Overview

After fleeing his forbidden love for stepbrother Marcus seven years ago, Cole returns home to a choice—follow his heart or return to the life he left behind.

Cole:

Seven years ago, I fled Bayside Point—and my forbidden feelings for my stepbrother Marcus—to pursue my art in Portland. I never looked back, never said goodbye. It was easier that way.

Now my former stepfather's heart attack has brought me home, and Marcus is even more irresistible than I remembered. We may not be stepbrothers anymore, but the pull between us is stronger than ever.

I tell myself it's just physical, just temporary until I return to Portland. But the more time I spend with Marcus, the harder it becomes to keep my walls up—and my heart protected.

Marcus:

When Cole disappeared seven years ago, he took a piece of my heart with him. I've built a good life for myself since then, but seeing him again threatens to undo everything.

The attraction between us is as powerful as it was when we were teenagers, but this time, there's nothing standing in our way. Except Cole himself, who's determined to leave again once my father recovers.

I won't survive watching him walk away a second time. But how do I convince him that what we have is worth fighting for, when he's already got one foot out the door?

Steps Between Brotherhood is a standalone romance.