Hostile Attraction

They were never meant to build together. They were never meant to burn together.

by Ryan Moore

Hostile Attraction - Ryan Moore - Private Encounters Love-Hate Connection

Editions:ePub

Pages: 62

Soren Knight is a world-renowned architect—controlled, methodical, and obsessed with precision. He designs skylines and doesn’t tolerate disruption. Matteo Sinclair is an elite interior designer—visionary, instinct-driven, and dangerously charismatic. He transforms space into art and refuses to be managed. In the cutthroat world of luxury architecture and high-end design, their professional rivalry is infamous. Architect versus designer. Structure versus style. Control versus chaos.

When a billionaire developer forces them to collaborate on a record-breaking penthouse project, the enemies-to-lovers tension ignites instantly. What begins as workplace rivalry becomes a slow-burn obsession neither man can afford. Every confrontation simmers. Every touch lingers too long. But surrender comes at a cost. Investors are watching. Contracts are fragile. One scandal could destroy both their reputations in the luxury real estate world. And neither the architect nor the designer has ever backed down from a challenge. Especially not one that feels this good.

Hostile Attraction is a steamy enemies-to-lovers MM workplace romance featuring:
- Rivals to lovers tension
- Forced proximity
- One bed
- Power struggle dynamics
- High-heat chemistry
- Alpha personalities
- Luxury setting
- Emotional payoff with a hard-won HEA

When rivalry turns into obsession and control turns into craving, someone will have to give in. The only question is who.

In this high-heat MM romance, power struggles blur into undeniable attraction, and professional boundaries collapse under forbidden desire.

Published: February 18, 2026
Genres:

Contemporary, Erotic Romance, Erotica, Gaylit, Yaoi

Tags:

author - american

Pairings: M-M
Heat Level: 5
Romantic Content: 5
Ending: Click here to reveal
Character Identities: Gay
Protagonist 1 Age: 36-45
Protagonist 2 Age: 26-35
Tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Slow Burning Love
Word Count: 10,000
Setting: USA
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.

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