Sparks — Talia Carmichael

Bernie Jenkins knows longing for Tomas is futile. The strong, sexy man sees him as nothing but an obligation, a burden he took on out of pity. He even calls Bernie “kid.” Bernie knows all about burdens and how they can consume you, so he pushes away feelings for Tomas.

Tomas Rodriguez likes Bernie. He's a buddy, a friend. No matter what anyone says, there is nothing going on between them… or so he believes until Bernie surprises him one night at a club. Tomas realizes there's more to the clumsy geek than he ever knew, but being attracted to someone isn't the same as acting on it. For that to change, Bernie will have to take a chance and allow Tomas into his heart.