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Heatstroke

One touch. One storm. One heatwave they never saw coming.

by Ryan Moore

On the sun-drenched island of Sainte-Margot, solitude was all Daniel Voss came for. A burned-out trauma nurse, he wants silence—not surf lessons, not sunshine, and definitely not the barefoot lifeguard who keeps showing up wherever he goes.

But Thierry Batiste is impossible to ignore. Bright, fearless, infuriatingly warm, he crashes through Daniel’s emotional defenses like a wave—slow, relentless, and inevitable.

What follows is a slow-burn M/M romance filled with:

A guarded hero trying to outrun his past
A bold local lifeguard who lives like nothing can break him
Tropical heat, salt-slick skin, and hammock-swaying seduction
Emotional flashbacks, buried grief, and second chances
A storm-drenched kiss that changes everything

As the island draws them closer, Daniel must decide: keep hiding—or surrender to the kind of heat that might just heal him.

If you love:

Emotionally charged LGBTQ+ romance with real stakes
Tropical settings, intimate storytelling, and slow-burn tension
Broken heroes, found peace, and late-night confession

Then Heatstroke will leave you breathless. Some heat leaves scars. Some brings you back to life. This one might do both.

Published:
Genres:
Erotic Romance, Erotica, Gaylit, Yaoi

Tags:
author - american

Pairings: M-M
Heat Level: 5
Romantic Content: 5
Ending: Click here to reveal
Protagonist 1 Age: 26-35
Protagonist 2 Age: 26-35
Tropes: Forced Proximity, One Night Stand, Opposites Attract
Word Count: 10,000
Setting: Sainte-Margot
Languages Available: English

About the Author

About Ryan Moore:

#1 Bestselling Author in LGBTQ+ Short Stories, Ryan Moore is an emerging voice in M/M erotic romance, known for crafting steamy, emotionally charged stories that explore the complexities of desire and connection. A native of the Pacific Northwest, Ryan grew up with a love for storytelling, finding inspiration in the region’s brooding landscapes and vibrant, diverse communities. With a background in literature and a passion for exploring unconventional romances, Ryan has developed a unique style that blends heartfelt emotion with irresistible heat.

When he’s not writing, he loves spending time outdoors—kayaking in Seattle’s waters, hiking through national parks, and camping under the stars. At home, he enjoys cooking and entertaining friends, drawing inspiration from both his travels and his everyday surroundings to infuse a fresh perspective into the world of M/M romance.

In his latest series, Private Encounters, Ryan invites readers to lose themselves in a world of hidden desires, intense passions, and the thrilling journey to love. He currently resides in Seattle with his golden retriever, Alex, a well-worn notebook, and an endless coffee supply, ever ready to capture the next story waiting to be told.