Ace Locke is Hollywood's hottest action superstar. He's sexy, charming, extremely popular, and newly out. But everyone is waiting to see who he will choose as his new male companion so he is trying to stay out of the lime light and has not pursued any relationships.

Dylan Prescott is a new hot model with a sexy billboard tempting L.A. drivers--including Ace on his morning commute. There is something about him that gets Ace's motor running. But when he turns up on Ace's new movie set in his first film role, it is quite a surprise...and sparks start flying.

There is a fun dance of dominance between these two. At first Dylan is awed and unsure as Ace is the cocky, big man on set that has played a role in Dylan's fantasies. But soon Dylan discovers that he can surprise and get reactions out of Ace and finds his own moxy and mouth. Dylan is unfiltered, flirty, friendly, and confident in his sexuality. It does not take long before he is no  longer intimidated by Ace. Dylan has the ability to push Ace into being more reckless. But Ace is used to being locked down and cautious due to fear of public scrutiny.

Both of these guys have strong reactions to each other and realize that getting closer can be dangerous to both their hearts and reputations. I enjoyed the ever changing dynamics between them. They often changed the lead on who was flirty, bossy, naughty, sweet, or more dominant. They both had a good sense of humor and shared fun banter and flirtations. But they also both had issues with trust, opening up, and letting go of their fears. Each of them had their own insecurities and at times would wonder what they did to deserve the other. I loved when their vulnerability and softer sides showed.

This was fast-paced, fun,  hot, steamy, dirty, and had just enough  underlying emotional issues to give it depth. At the core of their relationship was the need to be truly open and trust in order to forge a real and honest connection. They have their own internal issues and interpersonal ones between them to navigate. But it is one thing to manage them while hiding out in their little bubble, they have a lot of outside influences watching and waiting for them to drop their guard. 

You do not have to read either Ella Frank's Sunset Cove series or Brooke Blaine's L.A. Liaisons to read Aced. Their story can stand alone from those series, but it is fun to see some cameos from other books. I enjoyed getting both of these swoon-worthy guy's points of view. I cannot decide which one of them is my favorite. And although it was written by two different authors, Ella and Brooke's styles blended naturally and it flowed seamlessly. I was not ready for this one to end, and I am looking forward to more with both of these authors.