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Dante: Love at the Haven 1

Stella Shaw
4.0 / 5.0
Published: 2021

Description

For Dante, life at The Haven has always been a cycle of quiet routines and heavy expectations. As a man who has carefully compartmentalized his world, he is entirely unprepared for the electric jolt of destiny that arrives in the form of a sudden, undeniable connection. What begins as an ordinary day shifts into a whirlwind of emotional discovery, forcing Dante to confront the walls he has spent years building around his heart. This novella captures the breathtaking intensity of insta-love, diving deep into the raw, unfiltered chemistry between two souls who find each other at exactly the right moment. At its core, the story is a delicate exploration of vulnerability, the courage required to pursue happiness, and the transformative power of letting someone in. Stella Shaw crafts a narrative that is both intimate and expansive, perfectly balancing the excitement of new beginnings with the weight of personal history. It is an ideal read for those who crave a fast-paced romance that doesn’t skimp on depth or heart. Join Dante on a journey of self-realization where the stakes are high, the passion is palpable, and a single encounter promises to change everything.

Customer Reviews

Top 5 from Amazon
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Kindle Customer
July 12, 2022
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Very fulfilling short story

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5 stars Last night, I went searching for some short reads, and this did not disappoint! I was a little wary that it wouldn't be fulfilling since it was under 100 pages, and lately, books under 100 pages haven't really been fulfilling for me, but this book was AMAZING! Dante is an escort who was let down and then scorned by the first man he ever became infatuated with. It cost him his career and his family. Blake came in, instantly fell head over heels for Dante, and wormed his way into Dante's life. I couldn't get enough of this couple.
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CKing
October 2, 2023
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A Surprising Winner

Gay romance novels are fairly new to me, especially explicit ones like this story. So I dove in with little expectation and was pleasantly surprised. There was a lot of depth to the characters and a very satisfying conclusion. My only quip would be that the author focused on sexual attraction between characters without exploring deeper emotional connections. Sort of cheapens the story. But perhaps that was a consequence of the short story format. Regardless, the book had an unusual premise and I'm glad I picked it up.
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Lorraine, New Zealand
November 7, 2024
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Nice little story

This story about one of the escorts working from a run-down English hotel, and a business man who helps them all out is a pleasant read. No great drama. Written well. Just the right length for the pkot line.
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Jun Dagami
November 10, 2024
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A nice story

This is a very easy read. I could hardly put it down. I like that it keeps a balance of the story flow and the romantic scenes. I can't wait to read the other novels in the series.
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HockeyfanT
May 13, 2022
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Great start to the series

I enjoyed this story of Dante, a practical but kind sex worker, finding a love of his own. We got to know him better than his love interest Rick, but both men have good hearts and an undeniable attraction. The patience Rick showed was exactly what Dante didn't know he needed, and it was easy to root for this couple. I appreciated that the epilogue was told from Rick's point of view, after the rest of the book was from Dante's. Dante and Rick's romance was a great start to this series.