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Tropical Vice

Paradise has its price. And sometimes, it’s your heart.

by Ryan Moore

Blake Sinclair has the perfect life — or so it seems. As a luxury travel curator for the rich and restless, he builds dream vacations for everyone but himself. Sent to a remote Thai island to evaluate a potential resort partner, Blake expects sun, structure, and solitude. What he finds is Kit Surasak — a guarded local who runs a scruffy beach café filled with hammocks, homemade curry, and rescued dogs. Kit doesn’t care for tourists. Especially not ones like Blake. But neither man can ignore the quiet pull between them. When a rainstorm strands them together, secrets spill, boundaries blur, and Blake must choose between the life he’s built and the one he’s only just discovered.

TROPICAL VICE is a slow-burn MM romance that delivers:

A lush Southeast Asian island backdrop
Snark, spice, and slow-simmering tension
A scruffy café, an unforgettable lassi, and a pack of dogs you’ll fall for
Found family, emotional intimacy, and second chances

If you love stories about opposites attracting, quiet yearning, and heat beneath the surface — this is your next escape.

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Genres:
Contemporary, 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: Cultural Differences, Found Family, Opposites Attract, Second Chances, Slow Burning Love
Word Count: 10,000
Setting: Ko Lanta, Thailand
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.