Queen B’s Decree: As I get closer to the age of the FMC, Erika, the more I enjoy reading a reverse age gap trope. Yeah I’m married, but do I want to think a hot young thing would still want me? Who wouldn’t.
The Pool Boy definitely is a high proportion of smut, but there is still some real emotional connection and character growth. Erika is rediscovering herself after a bad divorce, and Troy is finally accepting what he really wants in life. And they end up figuring this all out together—sometimes clothed, sometimes naked.
I love the forbidden and taboo aspect and that they both push through to show everyone how real their relationship is. Overall, some well written spice with just enough plot and character growth to keep you listening. Great narrators that I’ll have to listen to more of.
Book: The Pool Boy by Nikki Sloane
Series: Nashville Neighborhood #2
Genre: Erotic
Plot Devices/Tropes: reverse age gap