Awakening the Sheriff

Written by Nora Phoenix

Narrated by Michael Dean

I thought we were building a friendship. Turns out I’m falling in love.

I’ve always wanted simple things. Become the local sheriff like my dad. Get married and have kids. Build a life in Forestville.

I’ve done all that…but it hasn’t turned out as expected.

At forty-eight, I’m single and co-parenting my two daughters with my ex-wife. My chances of meeting someone new in my small town are slim. Have I missed my chance at happiness?

When a new high school teacher moves into town, I recognize a kindred spirit. Keaton’s my age and a single dad too, and we hit it off, becoming friends.

The more time we spend together, the closer we grow. I love hanging out with him, and he seems to feel the same way.

When I realize our friendship has become something more, it’s the biggest shock of my life. I’ve never been attracted to men, but I can’t deny my feelings for Keaton.

But he and his sons struggle to feel at home in Forestville, and I can’t ever see myself leaving, so what does that mean for us? Is there even an “us,” or am I delusional in thinking we have a future together?

Awakening the Sheriff is a small town, single dads romance with a bisexual awakening between two men who grow from friends to lovers. This gay romance novel is the second book in the Forestville Silver Foxes series, a contemporary small town MM romance series featuring hot silver foxes and the men who fall in love with them. Each book can be read as a standalone.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Nora Phoenix
• Release date: Sep 7, 2023
• ISBN: 9798868729171

Reviews for Awakening the Sheriff

[Isabelle McGraw · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Gosh I love single dads trop… brewing friendship on top of it. I love it. It was so good. I love that she put trouble with one of his son very realistic. My heart broke for that kid I swear. I have no words and the audiobook was on point. I really enjoyed the voice and the way he did it.

[soulmates052018 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was an amazing story and I'm looking forward to reading the the first and third books as soon as they are available.

[Carlo Magracia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Good mixture of good pacing and healthy relationship with sexuality. The narration is the icing of the cake

[Karen He · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Book: ★★★★★
Audio: ★★★★☆

Town Sheriff × English Teacher
Friends to Lovers
Slow Burn
Bi Awakening
Hurt/Comfort
Single Dads
Small Town Romance

When I first read the prologue of the book, I wasn't really interested in diving into the story. Plus, Tiago's story was just average and didn't motivate me to keep going. So, I decided to skip to Book 3, Tomas's story instead. But now that I've gone back to Book 2, Auden's story, all I can think is, "Why didn't I read it sooner?"

This book is so damn good! I absolutely love it! And yup, just like the other comments said, it's all about family. Two divorced single dads trying their best for their kids and hoping to find love again. Luckily, they find each other as allies, best friends, and the loves of their lives. Both main characters are freaking adorable. Auden is gentle and loyal, like a golden retriever. And Keaton might seem vulnerable on the outside, but he's actually super strong-willed. Most importantly, they're both amazing fathers who love their kids unconditionally.

What I really dig about this book is that it's not just about their bittersweet journey of Bi-awakening, but it's also packed with gripping family drama. Those "falling-for-a-straight-guy" kind of plots always get me. The way the author depicts their emotions so delicately makes the love story even more heartwarming. Though there are not many, the sex scenes are hot-steamy and sensual. And at the same time, the tension and drama in Keaton's family keep you hooked throughout the whole damn book. You get to enjoy this beautiful love story between the two guys while wondering about the truth behind all the family drama. Trust me, there's not a single dull moment. The storytelling is freaking excellent!

The audio is actually pretty good too. Finally, I can match the voices to the images in my head.