Release Blitz: Malibu: Emmy Sanders

by - Thursday, February 09, 2023


Malibu
(Elite 8 Studios #2)
Emmy Sanders
Release date February 9, 2023


Falling for his client was never part of the plan.

Mal
Adult entertainer. Escort. Camboy. Surfer-bro. Malibu.

I’ve been called many names, yet no one knows the real me. Filming at Elite 8 Studios gave me the fresh start I was looking for, but now, my past is calling, and even working three jobs isn’t enough to keep me afloat. With my anxiety and panic attacks getting worse and my debts on the rise, something needs to change.

When I’m offered an outrageous sum for a new escorting gig, I can’t pass it up. The catch? I’ll be living in the client’s penthouse for the next six months. And I’ll be his—exclusively.

I’ve been warned Henrik is difficult, but all I see is a man who’s protective, caring, and lonely underneath that hard shell of his. He’s also blind. And yet, somehow, he sees me for exactly who I am.

Turning to this man I barely know for comfort is a bad idea—and falling for a client is even worse—but I can’t seem to stop. With only a few months left on our contract, can I convince Henrik to give us a real shot?

Or will I lose the only man who sees the real me?

Malibu is an age gap romance between older client and younger escort, with hurt/comfort, mental health struggles, plenty of sugar daddy jokes, fiercely loyal friends, and one very HEA. It’s book 2 in the Elite 8 Studios series but can be read as a standalone.


Malibu adopted a persona when he started at Elite 8 studios and he’s basically hidden behind it for years. His friends see him as this easy breezy Cali surfer type, but he is really none of that. He hides a painful past that still affects him significantly. And as he is under more and more personal stress and the triggers are becoming worse. He needs a way to make more money to get out of debt so when an amazing opportunity falls in his lap, it is just too good to refuse. 

Henrik Larsen is an older, broody, rich, successful businessman, but he has his own personal limitations that he has fought hard to overcome. Despite his challenge, he is very independent and has his life perfectly organized. But he’s lonely and needs companionship so much that he’s willing to pay for it. But by his own rules, he is not supposed to get attached and usually does not.

But when Malibu and Henrik meet, there’s just this spark and a connection that slowly builds. I loved the way Mal just sees Henrik as an attractive and interesting man and not his disability or a bank. And even though Henrik tries to be gruff and detached, he quickly finds himself enjoying Mal's company and wanting to break his own rules. And I loved seeing Henrik's protective and possessive nature come out. He starts wanting to take care of Mal when he needs it and he strives to make Mal feel safe. These two really see the real person under the facade straight to their heart and they accept each other and like each other for just who they are. But it’s a complicated situation not only because of their agreement, but also because they both have fears of getting attached and getting hurt.

So there are some misunderstandings and miscommunication,  and changing dynamics and they’re afraid to admit it. My heart hurt for both of these guys at times. Mal‘s just this sweet, loving, wonderful guy who has been through so much and just needs someone to really care and be there for him. But he is also afraid of letting people in and does not want to take advantage of people. And Henrik has been so determined to prove he did not need anyone that he self-isolated and felt like some people just want him for what he can do for them. He didn’t trust that someone would want just him for who he is as a person despite his challenges.

Seeing the vulnerability and trust develop between these two is really beautiful. You can feel the intimacy and draw between them and the intenseness of their connection. And there is understanding, acceptance, 
passion, and companionship too. I just really loved them together and seeing them grow and heal. 

Of course, everything‘s not going to be easy and there are some problems they have to overcome. But I will say this book had the most epic groveling scene that just had me smiling. I enjoyed getting more with his friends, Dix, Nico, and Alex. I can’t wait for Alex‘s book. He’s such a little vibrant sprite who is going to be quite a handful. 
I loved Henrik's assistant Benji too. If he didn’t already have a husband, I would’ve been wanting him to hook up with one of the Elite 8 guys. He cracked me up.

I think this story has just the right amount of hurt/comfort, along with humor, heat, hope, and heart. 
Dix
(Elite 8 Studios #1)
Emmy Sanders
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Do you believe in hate at first sight?

Dixon
If I had to choose one word to describe my new cocky costar, it’d be exasperating. Nikolas Adamos may look like a Greek god—and he certainly struts around like he knows it—but unlike everyone else, I refuse to fall prey to his charms.

Unfortunately for me, Niko and I get paired to do a series of lovey-dovey boyfriend videos for our employers at Elite 8 Studios. And when you film the sort of scenes we do, up close and personal takes on a whole new meaning.

I may have to play nice while the cameras are rolling, but off set, it’s another matter entirely. So what if our chemistry is off the charts? That doesn’t mean a thing. Nor does the tender look in Niko’s eye when we’re together under the lights.

Because I know the truth. Nikolas Adamos revels in riling me up. And even though my pesky friends think I need fireworks after a string of fizzled relationships, I have no doubt if I allow myself to get any closer to my new fake boyfriend, I’ll only end up burned.

Dix is a grumpy/sunshine, one-sided enemies-to-lovers romance with hate at first sight, forced proximity for two costars who work between the sheets, banter and snark galore, plenty of industrial-sized lube, and one very HEA. It’s book 1 in the Elite 8 Studios series, featuring characters that were introduced in Virgin Hearts (Plum Valley Cowboys Book 2), but can be read as a standalone.

Emmy Sanders

MM romance author Emmy Sanders would describe herself as a lover of love. She's obsessed with both reading and writing romance and believes everyone deserves their happy ending. Queer herself, Emmy has a soft spot for LGBTQ+ fiction, but MM is where her heart lies.

Emmy's books combine sweet, steam, humor, and the occasional kink. And, as always, will leave you with one very happily ever after.



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