AUDIO REVIEW: 'Legal Tender' by Andrew Grey
Title: Legal Tender
Series: Art Series #4
Author: Andrew Grey
Narrator: John Solo
Published: April 6, 2012
Audio: July 27, 2017
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Cover Artist: Anne Cain/DeviantArt
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Length: 200 Pages/7 Hours and 3 Minutes
Tags: Gay; M/M; Comfort/Hurt; HFN; Audiobook; CW: Substance Abuse; CW: Off Page/Historical - Child Abuse, Rape
About Legal Tender Timothy left home when he was eighteen to get away from his reckless mother, but he never stopped visiting his grandfather, who taught him what love was all about. Now that Grampy has passed away, Timothy finds that the old man's legacy is everything Timothy has dreamed of—and more.
Inside the house Timothy loves so much is a cache of coins with historical value… and a mystery, because one of them isn’t supposed to exist. In memory of his grandfather, Timothy sets out to make sure that the mystery and the coins are given their due honor. In his quest to keep the government from confiscating his grandfather’s legacy, he meets Joiner, whose interest in Timothy is as clear and open as Timothy is guarded. There are things about Timothy's life and his past he doesn't want anyone to know, not even the kind man who is helping him with the complications of legal tender.
REVIEW:
Knowing how wildly popular Andrew Grey is I’ve been looking for a title to start with, and I picked well with Legal Tender. I was in the mood for something sweet and comforting and this one fit the bill perfectly.
I don’t know what I enjoyed more, Grey’s adorable story or the soothing tones of John Solo’s narration.
I wasn’t expecting to learn so much about the history of the Double Eagle coin, or to also get such an interesting legal story, but it just goes to show that Andrew Grey’s reputation as an excellent writer is well deserved.
Since this is the first I’ve read of this series I can attest to the fact these books can be enjoyed out of order. Clearly there are characters from the prior books, but Grey explains their relationships and I didn’t feel like there were gaps or that I was missing anything.
The pace of the story flows beautifully beginning with some charming reminiscences from the main character, Timothy, about his grandfather. Having inherited his grandfather’s estate, Timothy returns to his boyhood home which dredges up all kinds of memories and people from his past.
There are some intense issues dealt with during this novel: child neglect and abuse, rape, drug use, but it is all woven into the story and enhances the plot. The characters are very realistic and I feel the relationships grow at a natural pace. It is wonderful to see Timothy burgeon in confidence with the love and support of his friends. While he has some major obstacles to overcome, I was pleased with the way everything is handled.
I am completely impressed with John Solo’s narration in this book. While I’ve previously enjoyed his snarky performance in romantic comedies, he definitely turns on the charm for this one.
Legal Tender hooked me from the very first scene.
The story is interesting, well written and fast paced, and Solo’s narration is flawless and a perfect match for these characters.
(Now I’m dying to go back and read the stories I’ve missed.) If you want to get your feet wet with author Andrew Grey, or if you’re a life-long fan of his writing, you’ll be thrilled.
An audiobook of Legal Tender was provided to Kimmers’ Erotic Book Banter, by Dreamspinner Press, at no cost and with no expectations in return. We offer our fair and honest opinion on behalf of our readers.
Meet the Author
Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation.
Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing) He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
For more from Andrew be sure and visit his website.
