A Little Too Broken

Gay Romance

By: Brad Vance

Narrated by: Brad Vance

When Jamie walks through the door of the Humane Society, it's not just an animal who needs rescuing that day. Tom is there to adopt another service dog into the Canine Comrade Corps, but it's Jamie his heart goes out to. But each man turns away, walks away, from the potential pain, the rejection, the knowledge that it'll all end in tears....

Jamie knows damn well that the HIV he contracted from an unfaithful lover has put him out of the dating game forever in the small town of Santa Vera. Tom lost his legs in Afghanistan, and got new ones, yeah, but with a side order of PTSD to go, he thought grimly. The real problem is that only now does he realize he's gay, now that the revelation would be just one too many things to put his family through, after everything else they've had to deal with.

So both men grin and bear the loneliness, put their feelings on a shelf, even as Jamie's volunteer stint at CCC turns into friendship and, despite their resolve, something more....

Tom saw Jamie's smile. He's totally relaxed about this. You're getting there. This is going to work out, this is going to be a friendship. I need this. To be with normals again, people who aren't....

Well, the fact was that Jamie wasn't normal, was he? The fact that he had been through what he'd been through, in Tom's mind put him on Tom's side of the world, on the island of broken toys. Someone who could understand, who wasn't one of them, the ones living a life oblivious to suffering, illness, pain.

It's too bad, Jamie thought calmly. If only I didn't have the bug, I could do this, I could...well, at least fantasize realistically about this becoming something. People liked it when you were just a little broken, he knew from experience.

©2013 Orland Outland (P)2016 Orland Outland

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A Little Too Broken written and narrated by Brad Vance is incredible. I knew immediately after reading the synopsis that this was a book I would enjoy. One man with a military disability, who works with canine helpers and the other who is HIV positive, what a great storyline.

I was hooked from the moment I started the audiobook till the very end. A Little Too Broken is 3.5 hours long. It was so good, I was able to finish within 5 hours of starting it. I would have finished right at the 3.5 hours, if life wouldn't have gotten in the way. The voices fit the characters and the story flowed well. Therefore, it was easy for me to connect with them all and get a good visual of the scenes.

I love both Jamie and Tom. They are such great men who have been dealt a crap hand, but refuse to let the disadvantages own them. Their situations maybe different, but they are both survivors. It's these circumstances that bring Jamie and Tom togethor. They both are instantly attracted to the other. However, both men believe that their issues would be a big downfall for the other so they sidestep the pull it has on them. Jamie and Tom become great friends and share everything. They finally realize that they could have it all if they are willing to take the leap.

When they finally come to terms to take their friendship to the next level, they don't take anytime to hit the sheets. It is both hot and beautiful. Taking this step is scary for both Tom and Jamie, but they trust and love their partner enough to know that it was ok to break down the final barrier. It's the strength that these men possess that I love the most.

The secondary characters are terrific. They offer support, but aren't afraid to give them a little push when needed. Tom’s family is great. I loved their dynamics. It was comical to see how his sister poked at their father when it came to her views verses his. There is a scene at the end with Tom’s dad that is amazing. His dad is kind of a hardass set in his military ways, but this particular part shined a new light on him. It brought me to tears and made me want to just hug them both.

The only complaint that I have has nothing to do with how the book is written or narrated. I felt so much for the characters that I didn't want the book to end.

This may have been the first book that I have read or listened to by Brad Vance, but it wont be the last.

Smooth and easy

I love Brad Vance's books and am no stranger to this one. I had read it when it first came out but wanted to revisit it. So while doing my holiday baking I figured it was a good time to try my first ever audio book. He did not disappoint! His voice is nice and smooth and very easy to listen to. I wasn't sure I would be able to follow since I am a bit ADD but soon found myself tuning all things and everyone around me out. So pleasant, I will definitely listen to more of his books as they are recorded.

A sweet romance that touches your heart

What did you love best about A Little Too Broken?

This story packs quite a punch for a novella, touching on veteran's issues, HIV, and a host of other concerns when two men marginalized by society must come to grips with stepping once more out of their fragile safety zones. Their journey is one of confronting risk and opening themselves up to each other and the world around them.

What about Brad Vance’s performance did you like?

The narrator has a smooth, soothing delivery that doesn't overpower or overdramatize the story.

Who was the most memorable character of A Little Too Broken and why?

Both characters receive equivalent treatment, with their motivations, backstories and issues realistic. Both are approachable, likeable and worthy of being cheered on.

I highly recommend this book

I loved this book. Brad you did a great job. it brought me to tears

Another Great Story!

I received a free copy of this audiobook from the author, in exchange for an honest review.

Brad Vance crafted another great love story. Sometimes two "broken" people find being together makes them whole. I like how Brad does a lot of research in the subjects he writes about so they are accurate and the situations are believable.

I am so glad I was able to find another new author to read/listen to.

Still a hit

Grabbed the ebook when it was first released and loved it. Had to have the audio version, and I don't regret buying it, even if Thanksgiving had me in tears. Can't wait for the next Brad Vance audiobook. He can only get better.

I have fallen in love.

I really really enjoyed listening to this book which is the second by this author. I love how he writes, and I love how he narrates. This story is about two broken men who find each other, but there is depth to the story, as there was in his last book. I am disappointed that the next book is not on Audible because how this author narrates his own books.