Lincoln's Park

Lincoln is drawn to Noel immediately. While Lincoln is protective and has his strength but Noel turns out to have his own strength. Noel has to learn his own worth and Lincoln and the rest of the diner crew are just the ones to do it. When the crisis point arrives Noel truly rises to the challenge.

Reviewed by Racheal for Diverse Reader

First I have to say that I am rather disappointed with myself for never reading a book from this amazing author! Parker William's is definitely a new author to me that I will make sure to read more of.

The story starts off with his main character Lincoln. A hard working owner of a restaurant. At first glance some people would probably never know the wealth that Lincoln was once accustomed to. I think for many, it's hard to believe that a person who once had so much wealth would give that up. But as the saying goes "sometimes the grass isn't always greener on the other side."

Noel then enters his life. Comes into the restaurant, looking unsure at first as he asked if he is hiring and then quickly admits that he is a hard worker and would do anything at all. It's easy to see by how the author describes Noel that he has had a hard life but he is also willing to do what it takes to be able to get on his feet. With just that one meeting Lincoln sees something in Noel and he suddenly feels the need to help him but also protect him.

What I absolutely loved about this book was that there was no rush between these two characters. I liked seeing the slow build up between them.

This was a fantastic read and cannot wait to see what the author has in store next.

Reviewed by Racheal for Diverse Reader

First I have to say that I am rather disappointed with myself for never reading a book from this amazing author! Parker William's is definitely a new author to me that I will make sure to read more of.

The story starts off with his main character Lincoln. A hard working owner of a restaurant. At first glance some people would probably never know the wealth that Lincoln was once accustomed to. I think for many, it's hard to believe that a person who once had so much wealth would give that up. But as the saying goes "sometimes the grass isn't always greener on the other side."

Noel then enters his life. Comes into the restaurant, looking unsure at first as he asked if he is hiring and then quickly admits that he is a hard worker and would do anything at all. It's easy to see by how the author describes Noel that he has had a hard life but he is also willing to do what it takes to be able to get on his feet. With just that one meeting Lincoln sees something in Noel and he suddenly feels the need to help him but also protect him.

What I absolutely loved about this book was that there was no rush between these two characters. I liked seeing the slow build up between them.

This was a fantastic read and cannot wait to see what the author has in store next.

Lincoln once was a ruthless businessman, just like his father wanted him to be until he met a young dying man and found there was so much more to life, he leaves his father's crutches and buys a diner, taking in other wounded people and giving them work. When Noel walks in he is completely taken in by him, gives him a job and they gradually fall in love. I liked the slow burn of this book. Loved all of the characters, even the bad ones ( gotta have bad guys whether we like it or not..LOL)
The storyline is good as well and I laughed and sighed.
There is some light BDSM though I expected it since it was mentioned early in the book that Lincoln played and clubbed in his younger days, but I really don't think it was necessary here. Don't get me wrong it does heat up the page and it is mostly D/s with some edging but I felt the story was great without it.
If you like great characters, a solid story, boss/worker, May/December (it had me here) a little BDSM and an allover great romance this is for you!

I have enjoyed this author for quite some time now and this was no disappointment. I enjoy how he creates a beautiful love story, throws in the reality of these situations and tosses in some BDSM. The BDSM in this story is very light weight and goes really well with this couple. There was only one thing that kind of bothered me but it was minor. The Dom had said he would prefer being called one name, which the sub did that one time, but not again. Like I said minor but I know from experience, that if the Dom asks you to call them something, then that’s what you call them.

Lincoln grew up with a silver spoon and thought the world owed him everything. That is until he met Everett. Lincoln’s world changed and so did his outlook on life. He walked away from the family business and money and opened up a diner. Lincoln has helped many of the local homeless by hiring them and giving them money. Katy and Tyler are two of his success stories. Lincoln is happy with the way his life is going and how the diner is going. He works around the clock but he’s good with that until the day that this adorable guy walks in his diner looking for work.

Noel has been homeless for some time now and it’s all due to his family kicking him out when they found out he is gay. He helps Robert run the shelter for his room and board. He has devoted his time helping others with similar or worse situations. Noel has been looking for work though so that he can be productive in his life. He hasn’t had any luck though. With his tattered clothes and all, people just shoo him away. He walks into this diner and is given the job right away.plus some money for work clothes. Noel is in shock and can’t believe this man is being so nice and is waiting for the shoe to drop.

These two are just adorable with each other. They are pretty slow getting together but the way they look at each other when the other is not looking is cute. They each thinks the other couldn’t possibly like the other and this slows their process. Plus the fact that they both are workaholics. Katy really plays a role on moving things along. Can these two find time for each other? Can they get past their pasts? Will Lincoln’s family put a wrench in the dynamics going on? Well, please get a copy for yourself and enjoy the ups and downs of new love.