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Chase
Chase was never part of my plan.
Chase is a forthcoming standalone MM romance about two guys who don’t make any sense together, but they’re pulled to each other in a magnetic, obsessive way.
Chase is a forthcoming standalone MM romance about two guys who don’t make any sense together, but they’re pulled to each other in a magnetic, obsessive way.
352 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 23, 2026
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July 10, 2026
This was a smooth, easy read with great dialogue flow.
I really loved Chase and his dominant, touch obsessed, needy self. Logan was also an interesting character, dealing with his mental health struggles and his new fame. While I connected with them more in the second half, the romantic chemistry stayed a bit surface level for me, so I didn't feel the deeper emotional pull I was hoping for with this type of story.
This book was well written enough that I would be open to reading other books by this author.
I really loved Chase and his dominant, touch obsessed, needy self. Logan was also an interesting character, dealing with his mental health struggles and his new fame. While I connected with them more in the second half, the romantic chemistry stayed a bit surface level for me, so I didn't feel the deeper emotional pull I was hoping for with this type of story.
This book was well written enough that I would be open to reading other books by this author.
July 23, 2026
"When I look down, Logan’s eyes are closed. I stare at his lashes for a while, realizing he’s fully asleep. I can’t stop rubbing the top of his back in slow, steady circles. I don’t have a single clue if I’d feel comfortable touching other guys… but having Logan resting on me like this feels good. Like he’s keeping me from drifting away, up into the air like a loosened balloon."
I've been inhaling Raleigh Ruebins's Crimson College series but I think their current standalone Chase is my new fave!
This is Chase and Logan's story and they are such opposites that they make for the perfect chaotic combination. There are some dark themes and toxic behaviours, but the journey for both men makes the ending that much sweeter for the reader.
What To Expect:
🖤MM romance
🖤Hurt/comfort
🖤Opposites attract
🖤All the spicy first times
🖤Bi-awakening
🖤Age gap (8 years)
🖤Toxic, obsessive traits
🖤Dark themes
🖤HEA
Loved it!
4.5 stars
I've been inhaling Raleigh Ruebins's Crimson College series but I think their current standalone Chase is my new fave!
This is Chase and Logan's story and they are such opposites that they make for the perfect chaotic combination. There are some dark themes and toxic behaviours, but the journey for both men makes the ending that much sweeter for the reader.
What To Expect:
🖤MM romance
🖤Hurt/comfort
🖤Opposites attract
🖤All the spicy first times
🖤Bi-awakening
🖤Age gap (8 years)
🖤Toxic, obsessive traits
🖤Dark themes
🖤HEA
Loved it!
4.5 stars
July 15, 2026
6 fucking stars. Damn, this was good. I loved Chase and Logan from the moment they laid eyes on each other. Their chemistry was off the charts!
⚠️ Probably some tiny spoilers past this point. Read at your own risk ⚠️
Their relationship is toxic in the beginning. They were SO GOOD for each other while being SO VERY BAD for each other. They were both living on the edge of their feelings. No one was saying things that needed to be said. It was heartbreaking. They relied on their sexual attraction to keep them coming back to each other while drowning out the rest of the world with alcohol.
Logan Stone is a big time TV star with the lead role in a massive production. Everyone knows him, fans and paparazzi follow him, tabloids print lies about him. He’s experiencing all this while dealing with past traumas. He has a hard rime dealing with being famous. He’s sad and lonely and a little bit broken. He’s trying to put on the perfect face for everyone while crumbling inside.
Then comes Chase Cameron… the “straight” bartender/artist from the hotel Logan is briefly staying at. He craves connection with someone. He’s touch starved/obsesses. He’s needy and clingy. And he’s just… lost. He has so much going on in his head all the time. And Logan spends so much time wanting to protect himself AND Chase from his lifestyle that he pushes him away. The moment they realized they would ruin each other if they kept going the way they were going BROKE MY FUCKING HEART. When they parted ways without ever even having kissed, it broke me.
But, Logan and Chase taking that year apart to find themselves and realize what they lost made them coming back together so much more impactful. Their journey back to eachother is emotional. Their lives are a struggle. The character’s growth through their journey was beautifully written. The vulnerability between them was top notch. I was an emotional wreck through most of this book. It hit me hard and I loved every second of it. Their HEA was well deserved.
Chase’s bi awakening was fucking beautiful. The way he experienced things with Logan was intense. It had me on the edge of my seat. All through the first arc of their story, I was clinging to every little moment between them in the hotel room.
Thank you Gay Romance Reviews for the opportunity to read an ARC of this beautiful fucking book.
⚠️ Probably some tiny spoilers past this point. Read at your own risk ⚠️
Their relationship is toxic in the beginning. They were SO GOOD for each other while being SO VERY BAD for each other. They were both living on the edge of their feelings. No one was saying things that needed to be said. It was heartbreaking. They relied on their sexual attraction to keep them coming back to each other while drowning out the rest of the world with alcohol.
Logan Stone is a big time TV star with the lead role in a massive production. Everyone knows him, fans and paparazzi follow him, tabloids print lies about him. He’s experiencing all this while dealing with past traumas. He has a hard rime dealing with being famous. He’s sad and lonely and a little bit broken. He’s trying to put on the perfect face for everyone while crumbling inside.
Then comes Chase Cameron… the “straight” bartender/artist from the hotel Logan is briefly staying at. He craves connection with someone. He’s touch starved/obsesses. He’s needy and clingy. And he’s just… lost. He has so much going on in his head all the time. And Logan spends so much time wanting to protect himself AND Chase from his lifestyle that he pushes him away. The moment they realized they would ruin each other if they kept going the way they were going BROKE MY FUCKING HEART. When they parted ways without ever even having kissed, it broke me.
But, Logan and Chase taking that year apart to find themselves and realize what they lost made them coming back together so much more impactful. Their journey back to eachother is emotional. Their lives are a struggle. The character’s growth through their journey was beautifully written. The vulnerability between them was top notch. I was an emotional wreck through most of this book. It hit me hard and I loved every second of it. Their HEA was well deserved.
Chase’s bi awakening was fucking beautiful. The way he experienced things with Logan was intense. It had me on the edge of my seat. All through the first arc of their story, I was clinging to every little moment between them in the hotel room.
Thank you Gay Romance Reviews for the opportunity to read an ARC of this beautiful fucking book.
Did Not Finish
July 17, 2026I just wanted to say I’m disappointed
I saw the tropes and and the cover I was intrigued it sounded good in theory
It didn’t connect with me. I didn’t feel it connecting in my brain and it just left me feeling underwhelmed.
I got to 17% and I just had to stop I just couldn’t do it. I wish I could suck it up and see where the story goes but I don’t know if I’ll like it enough to keep going. Especially if it’s not connecting.
“It’s like you’re trying to milk my cum from me” I also get cringed out when something like this is mentioned like I just can’t
However even though it wasn’t for me, it might be for you
I saw the tropes and and the cover I was intrigued it sounded good in theory
It didn’t connect with me. I didn’t feel it connecting in my brain and it just left me feeling underwhelmed.
I got to 17% and I just had to stop I just couldn’t do it. I wish I could suck it up and see where the story goes but I don’t know if I’ll like it enough to keep going. Especially if it’s not connecting.
“It’s like you’re trying to milk my cum from me” I also get cringed out when something like this is mentioned like I just can’t
However even though it wasn’t for me, it might be for you
July 25, 2026
4.5 stars!
I really enjoyed this despite it having a troupe that I don’t care for! It would’ve been a five star if the epilogue had been further out
I really enjoyed this despite it having a troupe that I don’t care for! It would’ve been a five star if the epilogue had been further out
July 24, 2026
ARC REVIEW
I adored this book ❤️❤️❤️!
When Logan and Chase first meet, Logan has just been catapulted into fame and is struggling to handle everything that comes with it. Chase isn’t in a great place either, drinking far too much and trying to escape his own problems.
They meet at the hotel bar where Chase works, and Logan is immediately captivated because Chase doesn’t recognize him. After being followed by paparazzi and fans everywhere he goes, it’s a breath of fresh air to just be… Logan.
They spend a whirlwind few weeks together and form such a deep connection. But when Logan returns to LA, they both realize that, at that point in their lives, their obsessions with eachother aren’t healthy for either of them.
Fast forward a year…
(Yes, I know I usually hate time jumps too! 😂 But this one worked so well. You simply turn the page, there’s no unnecessary drama, and the time apart was exactly what they needed to grow.)
Logan returns to the hotel where Chase works, and they naturally gravitate back toward each other.
They’ve both grown so much. Logan has gone to therapy and learned to cope with his fame in a healthier way, while Chase is a year sober and focused on his art and on himself.
They are so perfect for each other that it genuinely made my heart sing.
I loved how Chase always needed to touch Logan. What first feels like an obsession slowly reveals itself to be something much more beautiful 💕
You’ll definitely find yourself thinking,
May this kind of love find me, please.
One of my favorite things was that there wasn’t a third-act breakup. Their biggest challenge wasn’t fighting each other it was becoming the best versions of themselves for each other.
And when news of their relationship breaks, Logan stands by Chase like a rock.
Read this if you like:
✨ An actor MMC falling in love with a chaotic artist.
✨ A famous actor who is hilariously bad at internet stalking his crush without getting caught.
✨ Being too much and being loved for it
✨ A bi awakening.
✨ A needy touch-starved MMC who can’t stop reaching for the person he loves.
✨ An ADHD-coded love language
I adored this book ❤️❤️❤️!
When Logan and Chase first meet, Logan has just been catapulted into fame and is struggling to handle everything that comes with it. Chase isn’t in a great place either, drinking far too much and trying to escape his own problems.
They meet at the hotel bar where Chase works, and Logan is immediately captivated because Chase doesn’t recognize him. After being followed by paparazzi and fans everywhere he goes, it’s a breath of fresh air to just be… Logan.
They spend a whirlwind few weeks together and form such a deep connection. But when Logan returns to LA, they both realize that, at that point in their lives, their obsessions with eachother aren’t healthy for either of them.
Fast forward a year…
(Yes, I know I usually hate time jumps too! 😂 But this one worked so well. You simply turn the page, there’s no unnecessary drama, and the time apart was exactly what they needed to grow.)
Logan returns to the hotel where Chase works, and they naturally gravitate back toward each other.
They’ve both grown so much. Logan has gone to therapy and learned to cope with his fame in a healthier way, while Chase is a year sober and focused on his art and on himself.
They are so perfect for each other that it genuinely made my heart sing.
I loved how Chase always needed to touch Logan. What first feels like an obsession slowly reveals itself to be something much more beautiful 💕
You’ll definitely find yourself thinking,
May this kind of love find me, please.
One of my favorite things was that there wasn’t a third-act breakup. Their biggest challenge wasn’t fighting each other it was becoming the best versions of themselves for each other.
And when news of their relationship breaks, Logan stands by Chase like a rock.
Read this if you like:
✨ An actor MMC falling in love with a chaotic artist.
✨ A famous actor who is hilariously bad at internet stalking his crush without getting caught.
✨ Being too much and being loved for it
✨ A bi awakening.
✨ A needy touch-starved MMC who can’t stop reaching for the person he loves.
✨ An ADHD-coded love language
July 26, 2026
The chemistry between Logan and Chase is off the charts from the very first page. I loved the spark that started from an accidental meeting between a movie star and a bartender, which sets the tone for an intensely magnetic connection. I am always a fan of a good bi-awakening trope because the initial tension is so strong!
What makes this book stand out is how deeply human and flawed the characters are. I really enjoyed reading their back stories. Chase is vibrant, artistic, and entirely chaotic, while Logan is navigating the overwhelming weight of sudden television fame alongside a quiet grief. I also really appreciated the ADHD representation, which I thought was done exceptionally well.
Watching them navigate their emotional baggage, the hurdles of a messy first attempt, a necessary period of personal growth apart, and a second chance made this such an addictive read. It’s hard to do that all in one book and better yet it was done so well. It’s angsty, steamy, and tender, handling themes of healing and self discovery with a lot of care. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the characters grow both individually and as a couple. An absolute must read for fans of emotional contemporary romance!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
What makes this book stand out is how deeply human and flawed the characters are. I really enjoyed reading their back stories. Chase is vibrant, artistic, and entirely chaotic, while Logan is navigating the overwhelming weight of sudden television fame alongside a quiet grief. I also really appreciated the ADHD representation, which I thought was done exceptionally well.
Watching them navigate their emotional baggage, the hurdles of a messy first attempt, a necessary period of personal growth apart, and a second chance made this such an addictive read. It’s hard to do that all in one book and better yet it was done so well. It’s angsty, steamy, and tender, handling themes of healing and self discovery with a lot of care. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the characters grow both individually and as a couple. An absolute must read for fans of emotional contemporary romance!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
July 26, 2026
This book was so so good. It's a story about two people from totally different worlds who meet by accident and end up realizing they were always meant to find each other, no matter how much time or distance comes between them.
Logan is an actor dealing with the ugly side of sudden fame, and Chase is an artist working at the hotel bar where Logan's staying for a shoot. They both end up hiding on the rooftop one day and that's where it all starts.
What I loved most is that Chase has no idea who Logan really is at first, and that anonymity is exactly what draws Logan to him.
Both of these characters are carrying real weight. They've each been through things that shaped how they see themselves and how they let people in, and watching them slowly choose each other again and again, without needing to say much at all, was so quietly powerful.
There's no drama for the sake of drama here. No secrets, no games. Just two people who fit.
And the dom/sub dynamic between them added a layer of intensity that made every scene between them spicier.
This one's going to stay with me for a while. Full 5 stars, easily.
Logan is an actor dealing with the ugly side of sudden fame, and Chase is an artist working at the hotel bar where Logan's staying for a shoot. They both end up hiding on the rooftop one day and that's where it all starts.
What I loved most is that Chase has no idea who Logan really is at first, and that anonymity is exactly what draws Logan to him.
Both of these characters are carrying real weight. They've each been through things that shaped how they see themselves and how they let people in, and watching them slowly choose each other again and again, without needing to say much at all, was so quietly powerful.
There's no drama for the sake of drama here. No secrets, no games. Just two people who fit.
And the dom/sub dynamic between them added a layer of intensity that made every scene between them spicier.
This one's going to stay with me for a while. Full 5 stars, easily.
July 24, 2026
Rating: 4.5
Steam: 4
PoV: dual, 1st person
Genre: contemporary romance, MM
Tropes / tags: age gap, opposites attract, hookup to more
RTC
Steam: 4
PoV: dual, 1st person
Genre: contemporary romance, MM
Tropes / tags: age gap, opposites attract, hookup to more
RTC
July 24, 2026
This was less dark than Raleigh’s usual work and I absolutely loved it! It still had some dark topics that can be triggering for some people but the story itself was just beautiful.
Chase was a bartender in one of NYC’s most prestigious hotels, it is there that he first meets Logan Stone. Unbeknownst to him, Logan is an up and coming actor who skyrocketed to fame in the blink of an eye.
Throughout the night, Logan won’t stop staring at Chase as if he wanted to swallow him whole. Chase isn’t interested in men yet something about Logan is intriguing. Maybe it was the way he looked at him like he was the only person in the room or maybe because he was just beautiful. Regardless of the matter, Chase couldn’t help but notice him.
Logan thought he was ready for fame, but he wasn’t. Becoming so famous overnight only increased his fear of what fame can do. After all, he knows first hand how easy it is to lose yourself to it and how high the stakes are. But when Chase has no idea of who he is, he feels like he can finally be himself.
What begins as a casual conversation, quickly turns into something hotter. And even though Chase has never been into men, he can’t keep his hands off Logan. A whole new world of possibilities and excitement opens up and Chase finds himself wanting to explore it with Logan.
But there’s too much baggage between them. Chase has his own ghosts to exorcise and Logan can’t let go of his fear of losing himself. They both have destructive tendencies as coping mechanisms that are slowly destroying them. They’re not good for each other because they’re both somewhat broken.
They both know that what they have won’t last long because of who they are. Logan has a career to focus on and Chase needs to get his life in order. However, that doesn’t make their goodbye any less painful.
After some time apart, Logan comes back into Chase’s life but this time things are different. They’re different. They both worked hard on becoming the best versions of themselves.
The time apart was supposed to have quenched their thirst for each other but it only made them want more. Chase’s feelings for Logan only got stronger as time went on and seeing Logan again just reinforced how deee those feelings were.
Logan never really got over the little time he had with Chase and seeing him again brought it all back. He wasn’t the same scared man from the first they met, now he wasn’t as afraid as he was then.
Chase was everything he didn’t know he needed. He taught him how to let go of the pain he’d been carrying for so long and to give himself the chance to be happy.
“𝑰 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒐 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒉. 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒂𝒚 𝒊𝒕 𝒃𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝒚𝒆𝒕, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒅𝒂𝒎𝒏, 𝑰 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒊𝒕 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆. 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒚 𝒍𝒊𝒇𝒆, 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒔𝒆. 𝑰 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒐 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒉 𝑰 𝒄𝒂𝒏’𝒕 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒕.”
Chase knew that being with Logan would bring scrutiny to his life but he never expect it to be so gut wrenching. Dragging the worst time of his life for all to see would have been devastating for him in the past. He would have reverted back to all habits that would probably have landed him in the hospital. Instead, this time he handled it with strength and determination without spiraling.
But even if he had spiraled, Logan would have been there to pick him up. He would always be there whenever Chase needs him because now that he had him, he wouldn’t let him go.
”𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏'𝒕 𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒆 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒚," 𝑰 𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒉𝒊𝒎. "𝑲𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒕𝒓𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈, 𝒊𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖'𝒅 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒐. 𝑰𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌. 𝑻𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰'𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆.”
Such a beautiful story. Logan and Chase had to deal with some serious issues but in the end, they found their way back to each other 🥰
Chase was a bartender in one of NYC’s most prestigious hotels, it is there that he first meets Logan Stone. Unbeknownst to him, Logan is an up and coming actor who skyrocketed to fame in the blink of an eye.
Throughout the night, Logan won’t stop staring at Chase as if he wanted to swallow him whole. Chase isn’t interested in men yet something about Logan is intriguing. Maybe it was the way he looked at him like he was the only person in the room or maybe because he was just beautiful. Regardless of the matter, Chase couldn’t help but notice him.
Logan thought he was ready for fame, but he wasn’t. Becoming so famous overnight only increased his fear of what fame can do. After all, he knows first hand how easy it is to lose yourself to it and how high the stakes are. But when Chase has no idea of who he is, he feels like he can finally be himself.
What begins as a casual conversation, quickly turns into something hotter. And even though Chase has never been into men, he can’t keep his hands off Logan. A whole new world of possibilities and excitement opens up and Chase finds himself wanting to explore it with Logan.
But there’s too much baggage between them. Chase has his own ghosts to exorcise and Logan can’t let go of his fear of losing himself. They both have destructive tendencies as coping mechanisms that are slowly destroying them. They’re not good for each other because they’re both somewhat broken.
They both know that what they have won’t last long because of who they are. Logan has a career to focus on and Chase needs to get his life in order. However, that doesn’t make their goodbye any less painful.
After some time apart, Logan comes back into Chase’s life but this time things are different. They’re different. They both worked hard on becoming the best versions of themselves.
The time apart was supposed to have quenched their thirst for each other but it only made them want more. Chase’s feelings for Logan only got stronger as time went on and seeing Logan again just reinforced how deee those feelings were.
Logan never really got over the little time he had with Chase and seeing him again brought it all back. He wasn’t the same scared man from the first they met, now he wasn’t as afraid as he was then.
Chase was everything he didn’t know he needed. He taught him how to let go of the pain he’d been carrying for so long and to give himself the chance to be happy.
“𝑰 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒐 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒉. 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒂𝒚 𝒊𝒕 𝒃𝒂𝒄𝒌 𝒚𝒆𝒕, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒅𝒂𝒎𝒏, 𝑰 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒊𝒕 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒆. 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒚 𝒍𝒊𝒇𝒆, 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒔𝒆. 𝑰 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒐 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒉 𝑰 𝒄𝒂𝒏’𝒕 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒕.”
Chase knew that being with Logan would bring scrutiny to his life but he never expect it to be so gut wrenching. Dragging the worst time of his life for all to see would have been devastating for him in the past. He would have reverted back to all habits that would probably have landed him in the hospital. Instead, this time he handled it with strength and determination without spiraling.
But even if he had spiraled, Logan would have been there to pick him up. He would always be there whenever Chase needs him because now that he had him, he wouldn’t let him go.
”𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏'𝒕 𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒆 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒚," 𝑰 𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒉𝒊𝒎. "𝑲𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒕𝒓𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈, 𝒊𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖'𝒅 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒐. 𝑰𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌. 𝑻𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒚𝒐𝒖, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰'𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒃𝒆 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆.”
Such a beautiful story. Logan and Chase had to deal with some serious issues but in the end, they found their way back to each other 🥰
July 26, 2026
This story was amazing. It pulled me right in and kept me invested the entire time. Logan and Chase were so utterly toxic to one another. Both dealing with things in life that had them all messed up on their heads. Logan is dealing with fame that he’s having a tough time with. Smiles on the outside, while slowly crumbling on the inside. Turning to alcohol to numb everything. And Chase the bartender that’s “straight” but he craves touch like no other. He’s so needy all the time. Together, they’re no good for one another. It was sexual and not much more. But once they started getting control of themselves, things started to change. They were there for one another in a healthier and more loving way. I absolutely fell in move with these two and this story. It was phenomenal
July 20, 2026
4.5⭐️
I LOVED this! Adding Raleigh to my go to authors now 😉
I freaking loved Logan’s and Chases chemistry. Logan is an actor thrust into fame, but his past makes him absolutely terrified of that fame. Chase is a bartender/artist working at the hotel Logan is staying at. Logan is immediately taken with chase but, he’s straight. But even chase can’t deny the chemistry.
Ahhhh these two 🤩 thanks for the ARC Raleigh!
🎥 MM Romance | bi awakening | strangers to lovers | hurt/comfort
I LOVED this! Adding Raleigh to my go to authors now 😉
I freaking loved Logan’s and Chases chemistry. Logan is an actor thrust into fame, but his past makes him absolutely terrified of that fame. Chase is a bartender/artist working at the hotel Logan is staying at. Logan is immediately taken with chase but, he’s straight. But even chase can’t deny the chemistry.
Ahhhh these two 🤩 thanks for the ARC Raleigh!
🎥 MM Romance | bi awakening | strangers to lovers | hurt/comfort
July 24, 2026
This was insanely good. I wasn’t sure what to expect with this but I fell in love with Logan and Chase. Hard. I’ve been reading a lot of books with the hurt/comfort aspect lately. These guys have really been through it and when they find each other it isn’t simple. Not clear cut. But somehow it works.
There is mention of substance abuse. Self harm. Depression. Done with care. This was just well written.
Pretty spicy. 3.5🌶️
There is mention of substance abuse. Self harm. Depression. Done with care. This was just well written.
Pretty spicy. 3.5🌶️
Did Not Finish
July 26, 2026No rating.
Not for me.
Not for me.
Review of advance copy
Logan Stone has a type- he likes them messy, complicated, and straight.
When Logan meets Chase, he's a rising star in the first season of a hit TV show. His life has changed overnight and the fame is overwhelming. He's coping by consuming too much alcohol and attempting to seduce the hot bartender at his hotel. Chase is straight, but he's also a sucker for undivided attention and gets off on how much Logan craves him.
The two start a secret relationship- kept out of the public eye due to Logan's unease with his own fame, and his terror of forcing Chase into the pressures that come with the public eye. They recognize that they aren't good together and so when circumstances take Logan away from New York, they break things off. The brief but explosive time they spent together leaves an impression on them though- well beyond what either of them expected. The hope of being together is so motivating that they both clean up and start living clean.
Sometimes I think Raleigh looks inside my brain and picks out my favourite things: Logan has major Connor Storrie vibes- blond waves, freckles and muscles for days looking like a Greek god... and then we have Chase who's angry and a bit messed up, with touch hyperfixation. 🚨 WE HAVE A SUPER HANDSY, INCREDIBLY BOSSY STRAIGHT GUY WITH A GIANT DICK hooking up with Ilya from Heated Rivalry 🚨. Are you kidding me 😮💨🤤. They both have issues, are scared to really admit how they feel, and on top of that there's some slutty little glasses and art and a nude photoshoot and so much more!
Chase is a very character driven book, and in my opinion is the best book Raleigh Ruebins has written to date. The bond and sheer chemistry between Logan and Chase is everything. Their relationship works because of their pasts, not in spite of them.
I wish we'd gotten a bit of the time the two spent apart, because skipping that time trivialized their hard work and made it look easier than it should've been. I think this book was about an inch away from being something truly spectacular. I hope more characters pop up in Raleigh's head and refuse to go away, because I'm gonna need more exactly like this. I really enjoyed it and put it in my top reads of 2026 list!!
Rating: 4.5 stars, rounded up
Angst: 3.5/5
Steam: 4/5
I received an advance copy of this book and this is my honest review.
You are completely and entirely a craving I can’t control. It's terrifying when I know I would willingly ruin my life for you. And maybe ruin yours, too.”
When Logan meets Chase, he's a rising star in the first season of a hit TV show. His life has changed overnight and the fame is overwhelming. He's coping by consuming too much alcohol and attempting to seduce the hot bartender at his hotel. Chase is straight, but he's also a sucker for undivided attention and gets off on how much Logan craves him.
I know the effect my cock can have on people, and honestly, it was just as flattering to have a guy be that hungry for it again that quickly.
The two start a secret relationship- kept out of the public eye due to Logan's unease with his own fame, and his terror of forcing Chase into the pressures that come with the public eye. They recognize that they aren't good together and so when circumstances take Logan away from New York, they break things off. The brief but explosive time they spent together leaves an impression on them though- well beyond what either of them expected. The hope of being together is so motivating that they both clean up and start living clean.
I don’t have a single clue if I’d feel comfortable touching other guys… but having Logan resting on me like this feels good. Like he’s keeping me from drifting away, up into the air like a loosened balloon.
Sometimes I think Raleigh looks inside my brain and picks out my favourite things: Logan has major Connor Storrie vibes- blond waves, freckles and muscles for days looking like a Greek god... and then we have Chase who's angry and a bit messed up, with touch hyperfixation. 🚨 WE HAVE A SUPER HANDSY, INCREDIBLY BOSSY STRAIGHT GUY WITH A GIANT DICK hooking up with Ilya from Heated Rivalry 🚨. Are you kidding me 😮💨🤤. They both have issues, are scared to really admit how they feel, and on top of that there's some slutty little glasses and art and a nude photoshoot and so much more!
I don’t think he’s a mess at all, because calling him a mess would be like saying a great painting is a mess of color. It’s supposed to be that way. The chaos is what makes it beautiful.
Chase is a very character driven book, and in my opinion is the best book Raleigh Ruebins has written to date. The bond and sheer chemistry between Logan and Chase is everything. Their relationship works because of their pasts, not in spite of them.
He’s given up all pretense of pretending he’s not completely in my control, right now, and he’s looking at me like I have his entire world within my palm.
I wish we'd gotten a bit of the time the two spent apart, because skipping that time trivialized their hard work and made it look easier than it should've been. I think this book was about an inch away from being something truly spectacular. I hope more characters pop up in Raleigh's head and refuse to go away, because I'm gonna need more exactly like this. I really enjoyed it and put it in my top reads of 2026 list!!
“You’re mine, Logan,” I tell him plainly. “You’re mine. You have been since the first time you saw me, because you couldn’t look away, and I couldn’t, either.”
Rating: 4.5 stars, rounded up
Angst: 3.5/5
Steam: 4/5
I received an advance copy of this book and this is my honest review.
July 26, 2026
Chase was such a beautiful surprise. It's definitely lighter than some of Raleigh Ruebins' other books, but it still delivers plenty of emotional depth. The heavier themes are handled with care, creating a story that's both heartbreaking and incredibly hopeful.
Logan and Chase completely stole my heart. Logan is a rising actor struggling under the weight of sudden fame, while Chase is a bartender quietly battling his own demons. Their first meeting is unforgettable, with Logan immediately drawn to the one person who has no idea who he is. Their connection is instant, intense, and impossible to ignore.
What I loved most was that this wasn't a story where love magically fixed everything. Both men needed time apart to heal, grow, and become healthier versions of themselves before they could truly be together. The time jump worked so well because it allowed them to do exactly that, and their reunion felt even more meaningful because of it.
Watching Chase embrace his sobriety while Logan learned to navigate fame and prioritise his mental health made their relationship feel incredibly authentic. Their biggest obstacle wasn't each other, it was learning how to love themselves enough to build something lasting together.
I also adored the little details that made their relationship so special. Chase constantly reaching for Logan, always needing that physical connection, became one of my favourite expressions of love. And when their relationship was finally tested, Logan never wavered. He stood beside Chase without hesitation, and I loved him for it.
This is a beautifully written story about healing, second chances, and finding someone who loves every part of you, even the messy ones.
💙 Celebrity Romance
💙 Bi Awakening
💙 Hurt/Comfort
💙 Second Chance
💙 Mental Health Representation
💙 Recovery & Healing
💙 Touch-Starved MMC
💙 No Third-Act Breakup
This was an emotional, heartfelt romance that completely won me over. Logan and Chase are the kind of couple you can't help but root for, and by the end I was left hoping everyone gets to experience a love like theirs.
Logan and Chase completely stole my heart. Logan is a rising actor struggling under the weight of sudden fame, while Chase is a bartender quietly battling his own demons. Their first meeting is unforgettable, with Logan immediately drawn to the one person who has no idea who he is. Their connection is instant, intense, and impossible to ignore.
What I loved most was that this wasn't a story where love magically fixed everything. Both men needed time apart to heal, grow, and become healthier versions of themselves before they could truly be together. The time jump worked so well because it allowed them to do exactly that, and their reunion felt even more meaningful because of it.
Watching Chase embrace his sobriety while Logan learned to navigate fame and prioritise his mental health made their relationship feel incredibly authentic. Their biggest obstacle wasn't each other, it was learning how to love themselves enough to build something lasting together.
I also adored the little details that made their relationship so special. Chase constantly reaching for Logan, always needing that physical connection, became one of my favourite expressions of love. And when their relationship was finally tested, Logan never wavered. He stood beside Chase without hesitation, and I loved him for it.
This is a beautifully written story about healing, second chances, and finding someone who loves every part of you, even the messy ones.
💙 Celebrity Romance
💙 Bi Awakening
💙 Hurt/Comfort
💙 Second Chance
💙 Mental Health Representation
💙 Recovery & Healing
💙 Touch-Starved MMC
💙 No Third-Act Breakup
This was an emotional, heartfelt romance that completely won me over. Logan and Chase are the kind of couple you can't help but root for, and by the end I was left hoping everyone gets to experience a love like theirs.
July 13, 2026
4.5 stars! I really really enjoyed this!
This is the story of Logan who’s a bisexual actor who’s adjusting to the fame and Chase who’s straight and works at the hotel Logan is staying!
When logan sees Chase working at the bar he’s immediately attracted but Chase is straight he’s always been
They both have heavy issues they are working through
Logan is adjusting to fame being haunted by the memory of his first love and best friend Daniel who died after being overcome with the fame and drugs
Chase is drinking too much partying too much
When Logan goes up to the roof and finds Chase there they have an encounter Chase dares logan to get down on his knees in a commanding way and he does in his thousands of dollars pants!
They start a situation ship no one knows Logan is bi and he’s terrified of someone else getting hurt because of the spotlight so they just keep it at hooking up
Chase is someone who needs touch and he explains that to Logan so he doesn’t get overwhelmed
Logan very quickly realizes he would do anything Chase wants they continue being together until Logan has to leave New York to being filming and they just keep it casual even though neither of them want that
A year later Logan is back
He’s doing better with fame he’s not drinking he’s better
Chase is also better no drinking no smoking and he’s painting more
What they both can’t deny is the pull towards each other but this time around they communicate!!!
Chase let’s Logan know about his childhood and how his dad treated him and Logan tells him all about Daniel
One of the hottest scenes is the photoshoot Logan does with Chase what I didn’t like was the breakdown after I felt so bad for Chase for people saying stuff to him because of his past but that post breakdown scene when Logan asks him to be his boyfriend was top tier!
I really enjoyed their story truly it took them a lot of get there they both had obstacles they needed to overcome and they both had to heal before they could truly be one
Whenever Logan claimed him as his boyfriend it was just the best thing!
This is the story of Logan who’s a bisexual actor who’s adjusting to the fame and Chase who’s straight and works at the hotel Logan is staying!
When logan sees Chase working at the bar he’s immediately attracted but Chase is straight he’s always been
They both have heavy issues they are working through
Logan is adjusting to fame being haunted by the memory of his first love and best friend Daniel who died after being overcome with the fame and drugs
Chase is drinking too much partying too much
When Logan goes up to the roof and finds Chase there they have an encounter Chase dares logan to get down on his knees in a commanding way and he does in his thousands of dollars pants!
They start a situation ship no one knows Logan is bi and he’s terrified of someone else getting hurt because of the spotlight so they just keep it at hooking up
Chase is someone who needs touch and he explains that to Logan so he doesn’t get overwhelmed
Logan very quickly realizes he would do anything Chase wants they continue being together until Logan has to leave New York to being filming and they just keep it casual even though neither of them want that
A year later Logan is back
He’s doing better with fame he’s not drinking he’s better
Chase is also better no drinking no smoking and he’s painting more
What they both can’t deny is the pull towards each other but this time around they communicate!!!
Chase let’s Logan know about his childhood and how his dad treated him and Logan tells him all about Daniel
One of the hottest scenes is the photoshoot Logan does with Chase what I didn’t like was the breakdown after I felt so bad for Chase for people saying stuff to him because of his past but that post breakdown scene when Logan asks him to be his boyfriend was top tier!
I really enjoyed their story truly it took them a lot of get there they both had obstacles they needed to overcome and they both had to heal before they could truly be one
Whenever Logan claimed him as his boyfriend it was just the best thing!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 5/5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Disclosure: I received a complimentary eARC of Chase by Raleigh Ruebins in exchange for an honest review.
Chase, a standalone MM romance by Raleigh Ruebins, is a stunning surprise of a book. It follows Logan Stone, a golden-haired television star battling imposter syndrome and the lingering grief of a lost friend, and Chase Cameron, a wild, impulsive artist wrapped in a red-flag bow of ADHD, touch fixation, and intense creative energy.
When Logan intercepts a young, impulsive Chase on a stormy hotel rooftop, their paths intertwine in a way that defies logic. Despite Chase being straight and Logan living under the microscope of fame, an immediate, obsessive pull draws them together. What begins as a reckless impulse quickly spirals into a deep, magnetic connection that alters both of their lives.
Raleigh Ruebins has crafted something truly special here. The representation of Chase’s ADHD and his restless energy is handled with brilliant authenticity, channeling that chaos into his neon art and vivid photography. Meanwhile, Logan’s internal struggles—his constant need to care for others and his deep-seated loneliness—are mirrored by a profound, mutual hunger for touch.
The character dynamics are phenomenal; instead of becoming each other's downfall, Logan serves as the anchor that helps Chase choose sobriety, while Chase provides a safe space where Logan finally doesn't have to pretend to be okay. The pacing of their emotional and physical intimacy is electric, delivering a mouth watering spice level that matches the emotional stakes.
Chase is a breathtaking, obsessive, and ultimately healing romance about two people who make no sense on paper, yet fit together like they were made for each other. If you love intense emotional depth, high heat, and unforgettable characters, this is an absolute must-read.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary eARC of Chase by Raleigh Ruebins in exchange for an honest review.
Chase, a standalone MM romance by Raleigh Ruebins, is a stunning surprise of a book. It follows Logan Stone, a golden-haired television star battling imposter syndrome and the lingering grief of a lost friend, and Chase Cameron, a wild, impulsive artist wrapped in a red-flag bow of ADHD, touch fixation, and intense creative energy.
When Logan intercepts a young, impulsive Chase on a stormy hotel rooftop, their paths intertwine in a way that defies logic. Despite Chase being straight and Logan living under the microscope of fame, an immediate, obsessive pull draws them together. What begins as a reckless impulse quickly spirals into a deep, magnetic connection that alters both of their lives.
Raleigh Ruebins has crafted something truly special here. The representation of Chase’s ADHD and his restless energy is handled with brilliant authenticity, channeling that chaos into his neon art and vivid photography. Meanwhile, Logan’s internal struggles—his constant need to care for others and his deep-seated loneliness—are mirrored by a profound, mutual hunger for touch.
The character dynamics are phenomenal; instead of becoming each other's downfall, Logan serves as the anchor that helps Chase choose sobriety, while Chase provides a safe space where Logan finally doesn't have to pretend to be okay. The pacing of their emotional and physical intimacy is electric, delivering a mouth watering spice level that matches the emotional stakes.
Chase is a breathtaking, obsessive, and ultimately healing romance about two people who make no sense on paper, yet fit together like they were made for each other. If you love intense emotional depth, high heat, and unforgettable characters, this is an absolute must-read.
July 24, 2026
From toxic to the best parts of life
I absolutely loved this story and the characters. Their story starts at a time where neither is coping well with life and they feed each others toxicity while also leaving room for hope.
The beginning was like playing chicken. Two men who needed companionship. One bi and one "straight". One struggling with becoming famous overnight while not dealing with past trauma in a healthy way. One firmer addict and struggling artist who got cheated on. A moment on the roof that presents a challenge but may be exactly what they need.
I loved all the touchy feely vibes. I am super tactical and need touch just like these guys. Knowing the arrangement is temporary but wishing it wasn't.
I loved how both men not only realized they needed to be better they took the time to act on it. So when they are reunited they are different people who are both in a better place.
I loved the photo shoot scene. It was sensual, sexual, and beautifully done. I loved how this was used to help both men continue the narrative they wanted shown.
These two went through a good deal of pining, self doubt, criticism, and healing in thus story. I loved that they reunited after individually choosing different paths that ultimately brought them back together so much stronger.
This was such a beautiful story. The intimacy went from desperation to pure love. The connection these two had was so sweet. They both saw beyond what was shown to the world. They found that the vulnerability between them was a strength.
One rooftop rendezvous leads to nights spent together exploring. Chase's biawakening was beautiful to watch. Each night in the hotel built an undeniable connection and ultimately let them choose themselves before ever choosing each other.
I absolutely loved this story and the characters. Their story starts at a time where neither is coping well with life and they feed each others toxicity while also leaving room for hope.
The beginning was like playing chicken. Two men who needed companionship. One bi and one "straight". One struggling with becoming famous overnight while not dealing with past trauma in a healthy way. One firmer addict and struggling artist who got cheated on. A moment on the roof that presents a challenge but may be exactly what they need.
I loved all the touchy feely vibes. I am super tactical and need touch just like these guys. Knowing the arrangement is temporary but wishing it wasn't.
I loved how both men not only realized they needed to be better they took the time to act on it. So when they are reunited they are different people who are both in a better place.
I loved the photo shoot scene. It was sensual, sexual, and beautifully done. I loved how this was used to help both men continue the narrative they wanted shown.
These two went through a good deal of pining, self doubt, criticism, and healing in thus story. I loved that they reunited after individually choosing different paths that ultimately brought them back together so much stronger.
This was such a beautiful story. The intimacy went from desperation to pure love. The connection these two had was so sweet. They both saw beyond what was shown to the world. They found that the vulnerability between them was a strength.
One rooftop rendezvous leads to nights spent together exploring. Chase's biawakening was beautiful to watch. Each night in the hotel built an undeniable connection and ultimately let them choose themselves before ever choosing each other.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was a really sweet story. I didn’t expect it to be very emotional, but somehow it was, in a good way. It is also an interesting trope idea, we have a movie star celebrity who has a hard time dealing with fame and an artist who is trying to find himself, an 8-year age gap and a kind of second chance romance.
I loved that both Logan and Chase’s characters were really interesting. They are not very typical MCs; Logan feels everything very deeply, while Chase was chaotic and unpredictable and I enjoyed his awakening a lot, it was unexpectedly easy, but it made sense because it was very Chase 🩵
“The thing about Chase is that he doesn’t just wear his heart on his sleeve, though.
He wears it all over his whole fucking being.”
Their dynamics was interesting too, both in sexual way and in the way their relationship unfolded. I can’t really pinpoint why, but it read to me differently than the usual plotlines, their behaviour with each other was far from clichés.
The only thing that bothered me is that I wasn’t 100% in it with their romantic connection.. The chemistry between them was obvious, and the pull was definitely there from the beginning, it’s just that I really believed in THE love more towards the end. But maybe it’s a me problem 🙃
“You sure I’m not too much?”
“You are too much.
And I want you to keep being too much, because I want all of it.”
I loved them both and both of them managed to break my heart, make me shed a tear, but put it back together in the end 🩵
I am very thankful for this ARC and the thoughts are my own ❣️
I loved that both Logan and Chase’s characters were really interesting. They are not very typical MCs; Logan feels everything very deeply, while Chase was chaotic and unpredictable and I enjoyed his awakening a lot, it was unexpectedly easy, but it made sense because it was very Chase 🩵
“The thing about Chase is that he doesn’t just wear his heart on his sleeve, though.
He wears it all over his whole fucking being.”
Their dynamics was interesting too, both in sexual way and in the way their relationship unfolded. I can’t really pinpoint why, but it read to me differently than the usual plotlines, their behaviour with each other was far from clichés.
The only thing that bothered me is that I wasn’t 100% in it with their romantic connection.. The chemistry between them was obvious, and the pull was definitely there from the beginning, it’s just that I really believed in THE love more towards the end. But maybe it’s a me problem 🙃
“You sure I’m not too much?”
“You are too much.
And I want you to keep being too much, because I want all of it.”
I loved them both and both of them managed to break my heart, make me shed a tear, but put it back together in the end 🩵
I am very thankful for this ARC and the thoughts are my own ❣️
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Review of Chase by Raleigh Ruebins. This is a 5 star read for me. I loved this book. This book had my heart from the first page. This is Chase and Logan’s story. They are total opposites but balance each other out. I love them together. I love the spicy scenes this is a high heat romance. Chase and Logan’s pasts break my heart and what they each have gone through. This is a slow burn, very spicy, hurt/comfort, actor mmc x artist mmc, tattooed mmc, ADHD rep, hurt/comfort, bi-awakening, touch fixation, 8 year age gap, MM romance. Logan is 29 and is a newly famous TV star who doesn’t know how to handle the newfound fame. Chase is 21 and is a bartender at a hotel bar but he wants to be an artist. Logan and Chase meet when Logan comes into the bar of the hotel he’s staying at where Chase works. Logan is attracted to Chase instantly and likes the fact that he doesn’t seem to recognize him. Chase is straight but is attracted to Logan too and is now curious. Chase starts exploring his sexuality with Logan and soon they are together almost every night until Logan has to go back to LA. Chase and Logan both have traumatic pasts that effect how they are with each other. While navigating how they feel for each other and where they go next they have to deal with time apart, emotional healing, and finding their way back to each other. It makes me sad the time Logan and Chase spent apart but I love seeing them grow individually and then coming back to each other and really getting to know each other. I love seeing Logan navigate fame, fans, his career, and love. I love how they support each other. I love their HEA. I definitely recommend this book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Ohhh this book was SO TENDER. 🥹🖤 The kind of story that sneaks up on you while you're expecting chaos and suddenly you're sitting there feeling ALL the feelings.
✨ MM Romance
🖤 Famous actor x starving bartender
🔥 Straight... allegedly 😂
🖤 Touch-starved men
🔥 Obsessive attraction
🖤 Healing & found family
Two damaged men in NYC who make absolutely NO sense together... and yet somehow fit in the most perfect way. Logan is the famous, golden-haired film star struggling with fame and being seen for who he actually is. Chase is pure chaos wrapped in a red-flag bow, ADHD, touch fixation, partying, and a whole lot of "I'm totally straight!" energy. 😏
And then these two become friends. 🥹. That friendship becomes the foundation for something so much deeper, and I loved watching them slowly become the safe place the other didn't know they needed. Chase is such a pleaser, and watching him learn that someone can believe in him, his art, and his future? My heart. 😭🖤
Chase is battling drugs, partying, not belonging, and living entirely in the moment. Logan is dealing with the loneliness and pressure that comes with being famous. Together, they start to figure out what it means to build something real instead of just surviving day to day.
There are hints of dom/sub dynamics and a strong desire to please that added some delicious tension. 😮💨🔥 And Chase's whole "I'm straight" journey while he literally cannot stop touching, kissing, and wanting Logan had me laughing and fanning myself at the same time.
"Guess I'm a little bit gay... huh?" 😂🔥. YES, CHASE. I THINK YOU MIGHT BE and THANK YOU FOR IT.
✨ MM Romance
🖤 Famous actor x starving bartender
🔥 Straight... allegedly 😂
🖤 Touch-starved men
🔥 Obsessive attraction
🖤 Healing & found family
Two damaged men in NYC who make absolutely NO sense together... and yet somehow fit in the most perfect way. Logan is the famous, golden-haired film star struggling with fame and being seen for who he actually is. Chase is pure chaos wrapped in a red-flag bow, ADHD, touch fixation, partying, and a whole lot of "I'm totally straight!" energy. 😏
And then these two become friends. 🥹. That friendship becomes the foundation for something so much deeper, and I loved watching them slowly become the safe place the other didn't know they needed. Chase is such a pleaser, and watching him learn that someone can believe in him, his art, and his future? My heart. 😭🖤
Chase is battling drugs, partying, not belonging, and living entirely in the moment. Logan is dealing with the loneliness and pressure that comes with being famous. Together, they start to figure out what it means to build something real instead of just surviving day to day.
There are hints of dom/sub dynamics and a strong desire to please that added some delicious tension. 😮💨🔥 And Chase's whole "I'm straight" journey while he literally cannot stop touching, kissing, and wanting Logan had me laughing and fanning myself at the same time.
"Guess I'm a little bit gay... huh?" 😂🔥. YES, CHASE. I THINK YOU MIGHT BE and THANK YOU FOR IT.
July 21, 2026
Chase
by Raleigh Ruebins
Chase is a standalone MM romance about two men who meet by chance and find themselves drawn to each other when neither of them is truly ready for a relationship.
Chase is a bartender and artist who is struggling with his sobriety, while Logan is a rising TV star trying to navigate his newfound fame while carrying the weight of grief and his past. Even though Chase has always considered himself straight, he can’t deny the connection he feels with Logan, and the two begin a secret, casual situationship.
It quickly becomes clear that they’re both carrying a lot of emotional baggage, and while their attraction is undeniable, their relationship isn’t healthy. When Logan returns home to Los Angeles, they decide to end things. During the year they’re apart, they both put in the work to heal, face their personal struggles, and grow into healthier versions of themselves.
When Logan comes back to New York a year later, the difference in both of them is obvious. Their chemistry is still as strong as ever, but this time it’s paired with maturity, trust, and genuine support for one another. I really loved seeing how much they had grown and how they were finally able to build the relationship they both deserved.
This was such a beautiful, emotional story that kept me invested from beginning to end. The character growth was one of my favorite parts, and I loved that the romance wasn’t just about finding each other—it was about finding themselves first. If you enjoy emotional romances with second chances, healing, and plenty of heartfelt moments, I’d definitely recommend giving Chase a try.
by Raleigh Ruebins
Chase is a standalone MM romance about two men who meet by chance and find themselves drawn to each other when neither of them is truly ready for a relationship.
Chase is a bartender and artist who is struggling with his sobriety, while Logan is a rising TV star trying to navigate his newfound fame while carrying the weight of grief and his past. Even though Chase has always considered himself straight, he can’t deny the connection he feels with Logan, and the two begin a secret, casual situationship.
It quickly becomes clear that they’re both carrying a lot of emotional baggage, and while their attraction is undeniable, their relationship isn’t healthy. When Logan returns home to Los Angeles, they decide to end things. During the year they’re apart, they both put in the work to heal, face their personal struggles, and grow into healthier versions of themselves.
When Logan comes back to New York a year later, the difference in both of them is obvious. Their chemistry is still as strong as ever, but this time it’s paired with maturity, trust, and genuine support for one another. I really loved seeing how much they had grown and how they were finally able to build the relationship they both deserved.
This was such a beautiful, emotional story that kept me invested from beginning to end. The character growth was one of my favorite parts, and I loved that the romance wasn’t just about finding each other—it was about finding themselves first. If you enjoy emotional romances with second chances, healing, and plenty of heartfelt moments, I’d definitely recommend giving Chase a try.
Review of advance copy
Well damn, I never read Raleigh Ruebins before, shame on me, but I will definitely read now!
Holly Molly this was incredible! RTC 🫠🥹🥵🙏🥺❤️😅🫦🔥🎞️📷🥺🎨🖌️
“I love you,” he tells me in bed right before sleep.
He smells like him. I don’t know how his hair has magical properties of always smelling that good, but I’m not going to question it.
I bring him close to me, burying my nose in his hair.
“I love you so much. And you know you’re getting a key to my New York apartment, right?”
I cherish every part of the excitement I see in his eyes as he looks up at me, in the pale light coming through my bedroom windows.
“Yeah? You like me that much, huh?” he says. “I swear you’re getting a crush on me, Logan Stone.”
I kiss his temple, softly and slowly. “Want to know a secret? I’ve sort of had a crush on you since the moment I laid eyes on you. And now my crush is all-consuming. You know I had a dream the other night where I was just trying to think of different ways to make you laugh?”
“Obsessed with me much?” he murmurs.
I can’t help but smile.
“Completely. Devastatingly. With all my fucking heart.”
“Well, I’m obsessed with you too,” he says. “So get used to me. Because I’m going to spend the rest of my fucking life falling more and more in love with you.”
“Even when I bother you?” I ask, stroking my palm over his back.
He hums. “Especially when you do that. Can you bother me forever?”
“I promise I will, Chase.”
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“I love you,” he tells me in bed right before sleep.
He smells like him. I don’t know how his hair has magical properties of always smelling that good, but I’m not going to question it.
I bring him close to me, burying my nose in his hair.
“I love you so much. And you know you’re getting a key to my New York apartment, right?”
I cherish every part of the excitement I see in his eyes as he looks up at me, in the pale light coming through my bedroom windows.
“Yeah? You like me that much, huh?” he says. “I swear you’re getting a crush on me, Logan Stone.”
I kiss his temple, softly and slowly. “Want to know a secret? I’ve sort of had a crush on you since the moment I laid eyes on you. And now my crush is all-consuming. You know I had a dream the other night where I was just trying to think of different ways to make you laugh?”
“Obsessed with me much?” he murmurs.
I can’t help but smile.
“Completely. Devastatingly. With all my fucking heart.”
“Well, I’m obsessed with you too,” he says. “So get used to me. Because I’m going to spend the rest of my fucking life falling more and more in love with you.”
“Even when I bother you?” I ask, stroking my palm over his back.
He hums. “Especially when you do that. Can you bother me forever?”
“I promise I will, Chase.”
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a new to me Author and this was a fun read.
Chase by Raleigh Ruebins I had the honor of averting an arc from the author
Wow this book is super sweet. It has its emotional moments the banter is amazing and the connection between Chase and Logan are off the charts.
Chase is a character for sure. He says what he’s thinking without filter. But under all of that charm and charisma he has some trauma he doesn’t like to speak of. He’s also discovering his sexuality. He’s an artist but is constantly going from job to job he meets Logan at the bar that’s how it all starts.
Logan who’s dealing with his own past and grief is an actor who in the beginning isn’t happy about at all. He meets Chase at a bar let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. But he does meet Chase again on a rooftop. Things get really spicy. Let just say Chase is a touchy feeling guy.
Chase and Logan truly have this beautiful chemistry it’s messy is obsession but they have a mutual understanding. That turns into a beautiful relationship. They both sort out their issues and become better versions of themselves. I love how Chase brought out Logan’s personality and opened his eyes and heart to what he truly craved and loved. Logan was so supportive of Chase even though he had a lot of doubts and fears about himself. He truly showed Chase he was more than just sex he was a person worth loving.
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Review of advance copy
Chase is a standalone MM romance story about Chase and Logan.
Chase and Logan meet by chance in NY and are immediately drawn to one another. Chase is a bartender/artist and struggling with his sobriety. Logan is a rising TV star and trying to deal with his new fame while struggling with his past and grief.
Chase is straight but wants to try something with Logan, and they start a secret casual situation ship. They both weren’t in a good place and realized their relationship was toxic. Things ended when Logan needed to return home to LA. They broke it off and while they were apart, they both worked on their issues and became better versions of themselves.
When Logan returns to NY one year later, we see how Chase and Logan can’t deny the pull towards each other. They definitely had chemistry, but I wish we would have gotten more of a romantic connection.
I did enjoy Chase’s character. I loved how he wore his heart on his sleeve and was a needy and touchy feely guy. Logan was eight years older than Chase. He was closed off and had his walls up. I wasn’t sure what to think of Logan’s relationship with his best friend. It wasn’t clear to me if Logan had been in love with him, but their relationship had a huge impact on Logan’s life.
In the end, I was happy to see Chase and Logan find acceptance and love.
I received an advanced copy of this book, and this is my honest review.
Chase and Logan meet by chance in NY and are immediately drawn to one another. Chase is a bartender/artist and struggling with his sobriety. Logan is a rising TV star and trying to deal with his new fame while struggling with his past and grief.
Chase is straight but wants to try something with Logan, and they start a secret casual situation ship. They both weren’t in a good place and realized their relationship was toxic. Things ended when Logan needed to return home to LA. They broke it off and while they were apart, they both worked on their issues and became better versions of themselves.
When Logan returns to NY one year later, we see how Chase and Logan can’t deny the pull towards each other. They definitely had chemistry, but I wish we would have gotten more of a romantic connection.
I did enjoy Chase’s character. I loved how he wore his heart on his sleeve and was a needy and touchy feely guy. Logan was eight years older than Chase. He was closed off and had his walls up. I wasn’t sure what to think of Logan’s relationship with his best friend. It wasn’t clear to me if Logan had been in love with him, but their relationship had a huge impact on Logan’s life.
In the end, I was happy to see Chase and Logan find acceptance and love.
I received an advanced copy of this book, and this is my honest review.
July 25, 2026
Book Rating: ⭐ 4.75/5
Spice Rating: 🌶️ 3.5/5
Ok, so I went in expecting a celebrity romance, but what I got was such a heartfelt story about healing and finding someone who loves every messy part of you while you grow with them!
Logan and Chase were such an unexpected pair, and if you know me, you know I love that trope lol. They just worked so well together; I fell in love with them. Logan is struggling with the pressure of fame while Chase is trying to outrun his own pain, and I loved that neither of them was magically fixed because of the other. That annoys me. Raleigh decided the best thing here for these two was to allow them to take the time to grow into the people they needed to be before finding their way back to each other, which made their relationship feel so much more meaningful!
Chase was obviously my favorite. He is chaotic (which I adore), caring, and wears his heart on his sleeve, while Logan just wants someone to see the person behind the fame. Their chemistry was undeniable from the start, but it was the emotional connection and vulnerability they built together that really made me connect with their story. And the spice...omg it was it spicing in the best way!
Overall, Chase was emotional, sweet, and full of heart, and I really enjoyed it. If you love celebrity romance, age gaps, bi awakening, and beautifully imperfect people helping each other heal, I definitely recommend picking this one up.
Spice Rating: 🌶️ 3.5/5
Ok, so I went in expecting a celebrity romance, but what I got was such a heartfelt story about healing and finding someone who loves every messy part of you while you grow with them!
Logan and Chase were such an unexpected pair, and if you know me, you know I love that trope lol. They just worked so well together; I fell in love with them. Logan is struggling with the pressure of fame while Chase is trying to outrun his own pain, and I loved that neither of them was magically fixed because of the other. That annoys me. Raleigh decided the best thing here for these two was to allow them to take the time to grow into the people they needed to be before finding their way back to each other, which made their relationship feel so much more meaningful!
Chase was obviously my favorite. He is chaotic (which I adore), caring, and wears his heart on his sleeve, while Logan just wants someone to see the person behind the fame. Their chemistry was undeniable from the start, but it was the emotional connection and vulnerability they built together that really made me connect with their story. And the spice...omg it was it spicing in the best way!
Overall, Chase was emotional, sweet, and full of heart, and I really enjoyed it. If you love celebrity romance, age gaps, bi awakening, and beautifully imperfect people helping each other heal, I definitely recommend picking this one up.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I want to firstly thank the author Raleigh Reubens but also The Author Agency for sending me this arc. If I could give this more than a 5 star rating I would. I absolutely fell in love with Chase, he was so goofy! So forthright with everything and that was refreshing. Logan was just a sweetheart.
When we first meet him, he is a mess. Like downing tequila like it’s water…. And then we meet Logan who is not much better 💀 he’s a scotch guy, who tries to mask his pain and his grief with the bottom of a bottle.
I don’t usually like the whole I’m straight and denying it BUT this was a complete different approach. Chase is not like any other person I swear, he’s blunt but also very hard on himself about everything. But his openness to everything and free spirit leads him to the best thing that could ever happen to him!!
There’s a time gap but it’s very much needed for them to evolve as people and I’m so glad they had that. It allowed them to live without each other but also show that even when they’re apart. They’re still tattooed on each others soul 🥹🥹🥹
People may think the pacing is rushed but it wasn’t fast enough with the time apart!!!! I thought they were adorable and just watching their relationship flourish and confidence grow eeeeek!!! Definitely would recommend this book a thousand times over!!!
When we first meet him, he is a mess. Like downing tequila like it’s water…. And then we meet Logan who is not much better 💀 he’s a scotch guy, who tries to mask his pain and his grief with the bottom of a bottle.
I don’t usually like the whole I’m straight and denying it BUT this was a complete different approach. Chase is not like any other person I swear, he’s blunt but also very hard on himself about everything. But his openness to everything and free spirit leads him to the best thing that could ever happen to him!!
There’s a time gap but it’s very much needed for them to evolve as people and I’m so glad they had that. It allowed them to live without each other but also show that even when they’re apart. They’re still tattooed on each others soul 🥹🥹🥹
People may think the pacing is rushed but it wasn’t fast enough with the time apart!!!! I thought they were adorable and just watching their relationship flourish and confidence grow eeeeek!!! Definitely would recommend this book a thousand times over!!!
July 24, 2026
Firstly, let me say I got this book from Gay. romance reviews and this is me leaving my honest review.
Wow this book is brilliant. I think I went through every single emotion reading this story of two men who shouldn’t connect but they do. You’ve got Logan who is a big time actor whose face is known to everyone. And then you’ve got Chase who works in a bar but hopes to one Day be an artist. Logan has hidden his sexuality from everyone except his best friend years and years ago. Then you’ve got chase who has always considered himself straight until he met Logan. There is this pull between these two men. It is beautiful but toxic in the same breath. These two men when they touch they forget everything but the pull of stardom. Eventually pull these two apart. That’s all I’m gonna tell you because this book is utterly utterly amazing. I just couldn’t put it down. Chase has been through so much and I was heartbroken in one part of this book where his past was brought up. My heart just hurt but my heart was overjoyed with these two men being together. They just needed to work out away where they would make it work. The passion is off the charts in this book it just left your skin tingling. I can honestly say I would recommend this Book to everyone. It’s a brilliant read and I am so excited to see what is next for this author
Wow this book is brilliant. I think I went through every single emotion reading this story of two men who shouldn’t connect but they do. You’ve got Logan who is a big time actor whose face is known to everyone. And then you’ve got Chase who works in a bar but hopes to one Day be an artist. Logan has hidden his sexuality from everyone except his best friend years and years ago. Then you’ve got chase who has always considered himself straight until he met Logan. There is this pull between these two men. It is beautiful but toxic in the same breath. These two men when they touch they forget everything but the pull of stardom. Eventually pull these two apart. That’s all I’m gonna tell you because this book is utterly utterly amazing. I just couldn’t put it down. Chase has been through so much and I was heartbroken in one part of this book where his past was brought up. My heart just hurt but my heart was overjoyed with these two men being together. They just needed to work out away where they would make it work. The passion is off the charts in this book it just left your skin tingling. I can honestly say I would recommend this Book to everyone. It’s a brilliant read and I am so excited to see what is next for this author
July 26, 2026
Chase by Raleigh Ruebins is a standalone book. Chase has long thought he was straight and becomes interested in famous actor Logan. He doesn’t know who Logan is and Logan loves that. He is struggling with fame, the death of his former best friend, and being honest with himself. Both men lose themselves in each other and alcohol. They have bad habits which make it impossible for them to be together.
One year later, they are reunited. What follows is them learning real things about each other and wondering if they can make it work in real life. I did appreciate how honest they were.
But there were times that it felt so helpless. I did enjoy these two together, but I wanted to see more. It happened so quickly and I wish there had been some communication over the year they were apart. I just missed the deepening connection. I also wish that we had seen more of Chase’s brother, Julian. I guess I needed to know more of why he thought Logan was going to be so bad for Chase. I understand his concern, but I didn’t think what he said matched up with what really happened during the year apart.
I enjoy this author and it did feel different from her usual stuff. I appreciate that. I cannot wait to see what she brings us next!
I received an ARC from the author and GRR for my honest review.
One year later, they are reunited. What follows is them learning real things about each other and wondering if they can make it work in real life. I did appreciate how honest they were.
But there were times that it felt so helpless. I did enjoy these two together, but I wanted to see more. It happened so quickly and I wish there had been some communication over the year they were apart. I just missed the deepening connection. I also wish that we had seen more of Chase’s brother, Julian. I guess I needed to know more of why he thought Logan was going to be so bad for Chase. I understand his concern, but I didn’t think what he said matched up with what really happened during the year apart.
I enjoy this author and it did feel different from her usual stuff. I appreciate that. I cannot wait to see what she brings us next!
I received an ARC from the author and GRR for my honest review.
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