Working It (Metropolis #2)

My Review:
Overall: 4.25
Performance: 4.0
Story: 4.25

I really enjoyed this story. Hayden is just out of a relationship that really did a number on him and he’s moving in with Cody. Cody is absolutely the best person to take Hayden under his wing. Cody’s one of those guys…he’s sweet and protective and quickly sees that Hayden is messed up. Cody makes it his goal to pull Hayden out of his shell and out of his funk…and in the process gets so much more than he ever planned for.

Like I said, I really enjoyed this one. The main issue I had with the first book was the gay party atmosphere of the Metropolis. That seemed toned down in this book and I enjoyed it so much more as a result. This story instead focused on these two guys and how their relationship and friendship evolves. I enjoyed all of that.

Also, this is really a friends with benefits relationship, so it checked a lot of tropes for me that I loved. I love it when friends fall in love. I also love getting to see a character come into theirselves…that was Hayden to the core.

It was fun and entertaining and I definitely recommend it. I was waffling on book #3 because of the whole “daddy” trope which does NOT do it for me. But there’s a glimpse of Jackson at the end of this book and I caved. On to book #3 in the series. I’m crossing my fingers.

Note: I really do enjoy Michael Pauley’s narration, too. He has great inflections and emotions. That being said, though, there were a couple of points in this story where the two main character voices seemed to get a little lost and I wasn’t sure which one was speaking. It was a really minor thing, but something I noticed especially in the chapter transitions.

Working It was a wonderful follow up to the first book in this series, Faking It. The story continues with the coming together of Cody an Hayden. Two young men whose relationship began as roommates and turned into something so much more. Hayden coming out of a terrible long term relationship with LL (Loser Lance) and figuring out that it’s OK to be yourself and not conforming to someone else’s standard. Cody was the surprise for me. In Faking It, you don’t see this side of him and it was a wonderful surprise to see such a well-rounded man considering his upbringing. These two men found each other and it was lovely. The same characters are in this book that were in Faking It as well as a couple new ones, which I hope we see more of (Doc and Sebastian for starters). Almost makes you want to live at Metropolis! And yes, we see Derek. My goodness I just love me some Derek – he is so snarky and delicious. I just hope he finds his Daddy because that boy needs some serious discipline and a firm hand – he’s so naughty but I love it (I’ll never look at Santa the same way again)! And we can’t forget the Sailor………just wow. I hope we see him again too!

This was another fun ride from these two very talented authors. This collaboration between them is well written, super smoking hot and with a lot of humor and it hits at just the right time. It just doesn’t get any better than that. You can read this as a stand alone but reading Faking It will make reading this book so much more fun!

3.5

3.5 Stars
3.5 Stars My least favorite of the series so far but it is still a good read and a must read if you are enjoying the series!

Hayden and Cody fall in deep like and then love. They both have interesting backstories which I don’t want to spoil for you.

Cody is really well defined as person.

Hayden has a lot of traits like backing, loving math, and having a bad break up but a lot of this seems surface level and he never feels as developed as a character.

I wanted him to be way more nerdy than he is or at least that to come out more.

The circle of friends aspect remains great. There are some sexual escapades that might make you google to see that is possible but overall it is a sweet romance.

I love the writing partnership of Riley Hart and Devon McCormack. Their writing styles mesh perfectly, mixing humour, sexy times and sweet love stories.
This is the second book in the Metropolis series and even though it can be read as a standalone I highly recommend reading them in order. Knowing all the characters back stories makes for a better read and a full understanding of the relationships and their history as friends.
Cody and Hayden’s chemistry is off the charts and their journey to a HEA will keep you riveted until the final page.
Working It is a light, funny, sweet and sexy story. A fun read that will leave you highly satisfied and with a smile on your face.

Riley Hart and Devon McCormack can write one heck of a book together! This is the second book in the Metropolis series, but so far, easily my favorite. Lighter in tone than the first and far sweeter, I totally loved Cody and Hayden. Their chemistry together was incredible, but never devolves into anything other than absolute tenderness. Little touches throughout add to the chemistry, like home made cookies and visits to work. Even characters that would seem minor have the feel of having their own stories to tell. Completely recommended!!!!

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