Danced Close — Annabeth Albert

A baker with a secret past and a gender-fluid wedding planner find love on the dancefloor in this gay romance novella by the author of Wrapped Together.

Portland, Oregon, is one of the hottest cities in America. Just ask all the hard-working men sweating it up behind the counters of the restaurants, boutiques, and cafés all over town . . .

Newly clean and sober, Todd's taken a shine to his job at Portland's most talked about bakery. It's not just the delicious desserts they sell, but the tasty treats who keep walking through the door. That certainly includes Kendall Rose, a wedding planner with eyes the color of brown sugar and skin to match. Todd doesn't try to hide his attraction to Kendall's elegant confidence and unique style, even as he worries about exposing the secrets of his past.

For Kendall, the attention is just part of the anything-goes Portland he's grown to love. But he's still looking for that special someone who will embrace all of him -- including his gender fluidity. So he takes a chance and asks Todd to be his partner in a dance class leading to a fundraiser. When the music starts and he takes Todd in his arms, Kendall is shocked at how good it feels. Turns out taking the lead for once isn't a mistake. In fact, it might be time to take the next step and follow his heart . . .

Praise for the Portland Heat series

“A really enjoyable story.” -- Joyfully Jay on Baked Fresh

“Sometimes an author just gets everything right . . . Absolutely perfect.” -- Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews on Delivered Fast

“Charming and emotional.” -- RT Book Reviews on Knit Tight

“Knit Tight is a truly beautiful novella.” -- Smart Bitches Trashy Books