The Open Field: A Novel of Risk, Love, and the Ride of a Lifetime
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Cole Hendricks, “The Wall” of American polo, has it all: fame, strength, a perfect brand. But his eyes keep straying to his rival, British aristocrat Ash Chamberlain. It’s more than competition; it’s a terrifying, undeniable attraction that defies everything he knows about himself.
Bound by family legacy and expectation, Ash fights a silent war between duty and the dangerous pull he feels toward the powerful American. A single, reckless moment of passion in a horse stall ignites a secret that could destroy them both.
From Palm Beach to Argentina, London to Dubai, they navigate a double life of stolen touches and public performances, their hidden love flourishing in the shadows of the world’s most glamorous sport. But the weight of lies, the threat of exposure, and the cold force of tradition push them to a shattering choice: sacrifice the gilded futures laid out for them, or sacrifice the only real love they’ve ever known.
The Open Field is a sweeping, emotional saga of forbidden love, personal courage, and the high-stakes world of elite polo. It’s a story about the cost of living a lie and the breathtaking freedom of choosing your truth, no matter how hard the ride.
He played the world’s most dangerous game, but his greatest risk was love.
Cole “The Wall” Hendricks is the epitome of American polo supremacy: a 23-year-old powerhouse of masculine strength and fame. With trophies stacking up and a documentary crew framing his “all-American” legacy, his future is a gilded path. But in the steamy quiet of locker room showers and the charged space of the pitch, Cole’s gaze is irresistibly drawn to his opposite number—the elegant, reserved British star, Alistair “Ash” Chamberlain. It’s not just Ash’s athletic form that captivates Cole; it’s the quiet intelligence, the deep connection to the sport, the man beneath the polish. A terrifying, thrilling pull begins to crack the flawless facade of “The Wall.”
Ash is bound by centuries of tradition, the weight of a family name etched in polo’s history. His future is a prescribed path of duty, right down to the suitable wife. The fierce, beautiful American rival represents everything that is chaotic, impulsive, and dangerously attractive. A clandestine conversation in a rain-soaked stable becomes a hungry, desperate encounter in a horse stall—a moment of stolen, passionate truth that threatens to unravel both their worlds.
From the sun-drenched fields of Palm Beach and the gritty pampas of Argentina to the aristocratic lawns of England and the glittering deserts of Dubai, Cole and Ash are forced to navigate a treacherous double life. Their secret becomes a fragile, sacred thing, built in hidden rooms and coded glances, even as their public rivalry escalates to a global spectacle. Every touch is a risk, every match a performance within a performance.
The cost of secrecy mounts, straining relationships with ex-partners, families, and their own identities. When a career-threatening injury strikes and a coldly calculating father issues an ultimatum, they are forced to the brink. Is their love a truth worth sacrificing everything for—their careers, their legacies, their place in the only world they’ve ever known?
The Open Field is a sweeping, immersive novel that is at once tragically romantic, intensely erotic, and authentically sportive. It is a story about the courage to redefine strength, the brutal price of authenticity, and the breathtaking risk of choosing the love that sets you free, even if it means leaving the glittering empire you built behind. This is a 53-chapter journey of heart, sweat, and unwavering passion, perfect for readers who crave emotional depth, the high-stakes world of elite sport, and a love story that fights for its right to exist in the open.
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3 reviews for The Open Field: A Novel of Risk, Love, and the Ride of a Lifetime
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The Velvet Rides
£3.59Add to cartLeo Sterling is London’s most discreet chauffeur, a silent witness to the secrets of the rich and powerful from behind his limousine’s partition. His rule is simple: see everything, acknowledge nothing.
That rule shatters when Alexander “Xan” Thorne, a formidable and intensely private tech billionaire, gets into his car. Their connection is immediate and electric, evolving from charged professional exchanges to a potent, forbidden attraction. Within the private sanctuary of the car and Xan’s lonely penthouse, they find a raw, passionate love that threatens the carefully constructed walls around their lives.
But their hidden world collapses when a tabloid exposes their affair, splashing Leo’s face across the media as a scandalous “distraction.” Overnight, Leo goes from invisible observer to public enemy number one, a liability to Xan’s empire. As the board demands a denial and the press circles, Xan must choose between the empire he built and the man he loves. Leo must decide if he can step out of the shadows and fight for a life in the blinding, brutal light.
The Velvet Rides is a steamy, suspenseful gay romance about love across class divides, the price of authenticity, and the courage it takes to choose your own destination.
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Raising Rainbow Kids offers an unforgettable journey into the lives of fifteen LGBTQ+ families across the world. This powerful collection of true stories captures the raw emotions, everyday challenges, and extraordinary triumphs of modern parenting.
Experience the hopeful anxiety of IVF in Barcelona, the steadfast love of a single foster dad in Chicago, the cross-border legal battle of two fathers in Tokyo, and the quiet defiance of mothers hiding their love in Nigeria. From navigating school bureaucracies and explaining “dono-dads” to children, to finding faith and fighting for legal recognition, these narratives reveal the universal desire to build a safe and loving home.
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What begins as a dangerous deception becomes a passionate, forbidden romance. Kaelen, isolated and shrewd, finds in the mysterious prince a kindred spirit and a heat he cannot deny. But their love is a threat to the most powerful man in the kingdom. Hunted and exposed, they are forced to flee, trading gilded lies for the raw struggle of survival across deserts and stormy seas.
The Gilded Prince of Agrabah is a sweeping, 40-chapter LGBTQ+ retelling of a classic tale. It’s an epic adventure of magic, political intrigue, and survival, but at its core, it’s an intimate love story between two men learning to shed their disguises and build something real. Follow Aladin and Kaelen from the opulent halls of a palace to the edge of the world, as they discover that the most powerful magic isn’t in a wish, but in choosing each other, again and again.
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Add to cartHe came to photograph a vanishing way of life. He found a reason to live it.
Étienne, a celebrated but emotionally vacant Parisian photographer, flees to the coast of Brittany to escape his burnout. Jean-Paul, a widowed fisherman hardened by grief and the sea, wants no part of the intrusive city artist.
But Étienne doesn’t want a picture; he wants to understand. He earns his place through grueling labor on Jean-Paul’s boat, and amidst the salt spray and soaring gulls, a deep friendship forms, slowly warming into a powerful, life-changing love.
Together, they build a quiet life, until Étienne’s art threatens to pull them back into a world that wants to exploit their story. They must fight to protect their sacred bond, proving that their love, forged in hardship and tempered by time, is strong enough to weather any storm.
A sweeping, 47-chapter emotional epic, “Le Cœur et la Mer” is a profound tale of redemption, resilience, and a romance that builds a legacy, spanning decades to tell a story of the love that cares, endures, and forever changes two souls.
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Add to cartRomeo and Julian: A Gay Romance Novel of Sun, Sacrifice, and Second Chances on the Italian Riviera
Romeo escapes his stifling life in Milan for a fresh start in sun-drenched Portofino. There he meets Julian, a free-spirited lifeguard whose joy is as radiant as the sea. Their connection is instant and profound—a whirlwind of intimate moments on hidden nudist beaches, under starlit skies, and within the discreet sanctuary of a men’s sauna.
But their idyllic romance is threatened when Julian’s traditional fishing family forces him to choose between blood and love. Believing he is protecting Romeo, Julian makes a devastating choice, pushing him away with a noble lie that shatters them both.
“Romeo and Julian” is a heart-wrenching story of sacrifice, forgiveness, and the fight for a love that refuses to die. Can their bond survive the ultimate test of faith and family?
This emotional MM romance takes you on a journey from the glamorous parties of the Italian Riviera to the quiet, profound depths of a love reborn. It is a celebration of living authentically, building a chosen family, and finding a happily ever after more beautiful than any dream.
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The Unfurrowed Field
£3.59Add to cartThe Unfurrowed Field: A Story of Finding Home in the Most Unlikely Place
Karlos Almeida-Harris is bound by duty and love to his family’s farm and pub in the English countryside. But at twenty-nine, he is trapped, harbouring a secret he believes could shatter his world: he is gay. In a small community where tradition is everything, Karlos envies the straightforward, accepted path of the straight men around him, even as he knows he can never walk it.
His carefully constructed isolation is disrupted by the arrival of Rhys Morgan, the new, openly gay village vet. Confident and at ease, Rhys represents everything Karlos fears and desires. Through strained interactions, a crisis during a fierce storm, and a tentative friendship, Karlos is forced to confront the life he’s been denying.
This is not a story of fleeing to the city. It is a poignant, intimate battle for authenticity right where he is. Karlos must navigate his Brazilian mother’s intuitive worry, his traditional English father’s silent confusion, and the widening gap with his best friend. He must choose between the crushing safety of a lie and the terrifying, liberating risk of living truthfully on the land he loves.
“The Unfurrowed Field” is a deeply moving novel about the courage to be yourself in the place you call home. It’s a celebration of quiet resilience, the complexity of family love, and the promise of a future built on honesty, one brave step at a time.
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Review from James P., Book Blogger (james.reads.mail@proton.me):
“The Open Field is a masterpiece of modern romantic fiction that transcends its genre. As someone who cares little for sports, I was utterly captivated by the world of elite polo, which serves as the perfect pressure cooker for this forbidden love story. Hendricks and Chamberlain are exquisitely drawn—their internal conflicts feel raw and authentic. The author doesn’t shy away from the brutal costs of coming out in hyper-masculine, traditional spaces. The supporting cast, from Ash’s steely mother to the transformative students at The Clearing, adds rich layers. This isn’t just a romance; it’s a profound study of identity, legacy, and the courage to build a new life from the ashes of the old. The 53 chapters fly by, each one a perfect balance of tense sport, aching romance, and character growth. The ending is satisfying not because it’s easy, but because it’s earned. A stunning, memorable read.”
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Review from Maria G., Equestrian (m.gallagher.stables@outlook.com):
“Finally, a novel about the equestrian world that gets it right! The polo details are impeccable—the smell of the stables, the bond with the horse, the adrenaline of the match—it’s all there, written by someone who clearly understands the sport’s soul. But beyond that, this is a heartbreakingly beautiful love story. Cole and Ash’s journey from rivals to secret lovers to partners fighting for a shared future had me utterly gripped. The forbidden tension is electric, and the intimate scenes are powerfully emotional without being crude. As someone in the horse world, I recognized the pressures of tradition and appearance that Ash faces. This book made me cry, cheer, and stay up far too late turning pages. It’s a triumph for romance readers and horse lovers alike.”
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Review from Thomas R. (t.reed.literary@gmail.com):
“A gripping, literary-grade saga that deserves wide recognition. The Open Field cleverly uses the clash of polo styles—American power vs. British finesse—as a metaphor for the central relationship. Cole’s and Ash’s voices are distinct and compelling. The pacing is excellent, moving from the glitz of international tournaments to the quiet, transformative moments in stables and cottages. What impressed me most was the character evolution; both men are fundamentally changed by their love, becoming better, more authentic versions of themselves. The handling of Ash’s family dynamics, particularly the complex relationship with his father, is nuanced and avoids cartoonish villains. The secondary plotline involving their rehabilitation work adds a beautiful layer of redemption and purpose. This is a smart, swoony, and substantial book that lingers long after the final, perfectly-titled chapter.”