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Just a Bit Twisted

Book 1 in the series:Straight Guys

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'Just a Bit Twisted' by Alessandra Hazard is a story that delves into the complex relationship between Shawn, a struggling college student tasked with raising his twin sisters, and Derek, a wealthy and emotionally closed-off professor. The book explores their unconventional romance, characterized by Derek's aloof personality and Shawn's unexpected attraction towards him. The writing style is described as realistic and subtle, with a focus on the characters' flaws and the gradual development of their relationship.

Characters:

The characters include Derek Rutledge, a strict professor with a wealthy background, and Shawn Miles, a straight college student who evolves throughout the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is fast-paced and engaging, combining humor with serious themes and descriptive, graphic sexual encounters.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a taboo relationship between a student and his professor that begins as a transaction for academic favors but develops into a deeper connection.

Setting:

The setting primarily takes place in a college environment, providing a backdrop for the characters' interactions.

Pacing:

The pacing is quick and suitable for the book's length but can feel rushed in certain scenes, particularly towards the ending.
“I’m sorry,” Shawn said before she could say anything. “I’m really, really sorry. It won’t happen again, I swear. I couldn’t get back sooner. It was a slow night, and I didn’t get a lot of tips. I did...

Notes:

The story centers on a straight college student named Shawn who has a tough life and becomes involved with his wealthy gay professor, Derek.
Derek is characterized as a strict and cold professor, but he has a hidden desire for Shawn.
The book features a dynamic where Shawn initially propositions Derek for a better grade, leading to a transactional relationship.
This series has themes of forbidden romance, power play, and emotional manipulation.
The narrative includes discussions of internalized and externalized homophobia, adding depth to the characters' journeys.
Shawn's character evolves from being strictly straight to accepting his attraction to Derek, contributing to a queer awakening theme.
Each book in the series can be read as a standalone, but they all connect to the overarching themes of the series.
The plot includes explicit sexual content and explores the complexity of relationships between straight and gay individuals.
The series is often described as a guilty pleasure due to its steamy scenes and unhealthy relationships.
Alessandra Hazard has multiple books in this series, all with a happy ending (HEA) for the main characters.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include elements of emotional manipulation and themes surrounding consent in sexual situations.

Has Romance?

The book includes significant romantic elements, with a focus on the evolving relationship between the main characters.

From The Publisher:

Professor Derek Rutledge is hated and feared by all of his students. Strict, reserved, and ruthless, he doesn't tolerate mistakes and has little patience for his students.

Shawn Wyatt is a twenty-year-old struggling to provide for his younger sisters after the death of their parents. On the verge of losing his scholarship, Shawn becomes desperate enough to go to Professor Rutledge.

Everyone says Rutledge doesn't have a heart. Everyone says he's a ruthless bastard. Shawn finds out that everyone is right. He strikes a deal with Rutledge, but unexpectedly, the deal turns into something so much more.

Something all-consuming and addictive. Something neither of them wants.

Just a Bit Twisted is a steamy MM romance novella about a teacher-student relationship.

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About the Author:

A mom. Engineer. MM Romance author. Avid reader of many genres. Alessandra Hazard loves romance with an edge: a bit twisted, a bit unhealthy and messed up.ÊShe loves that push-pull of two characters who drive each other crazy and yet are totally perfect for each other.

She loves mild D/s undertones, hate-to-love relationships, and the friends-to-lovers trope. She alsoÊhas a bit of a weakness for the good old Alpha Male, stern, strong-willed and tough, but who will turn into a lump of sugar for the manÊhe loves.

 
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