Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chaser | 2012 | Rick R. Reed | Buy |
| 2 | Raining Men | 2013 | Rick R. Reed | Buy |
Chaser (2012) and Raining Men (2013) form a connected pair of novels that deal with body image and desire within the gay community. Reed approaches these themes directly, writing about characters who don’t fit conventional attractiveness norms and the complicated feelings that come with that. The books are frank about sex and desire without being gratuitous.
The series stands out in gay romance for its willingness to put larger-bodied characters at the center of love stories. Reed treats his characters with respect and complexity, making these books both entertaining reads and thoughtful explorations of how people find connection.