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Arctic Sun: A Gay Romance (Frozen Hearts Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Annabeth Albert (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 489 ratings
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He’s built a quiet life for himself in Alaska. But it doesn’t stand a chance against the unrelenting pull of a man who’s everything he shouldn’t want.

“Whether making my heart melt or my head burst into flames, Annabeth Albert draws the reader in and keeps them captivated.” —Gay Book Reviews

Ex-military mountain man Griffin Barrett likes his solitude. It keeps him from falling back into old habits. Bad habits. He’s fought too hard for his sobriety to lose control now. However, his gig as a wildlife guide presents a new kind of temptation in superhot supermodel River Vale. Nothing the Alaskan wilderness has to offer has ever called to Griffin so badly. And that can only lead to trouble…

River has his own methods for coping. Chasing adventure means always moving forward. Nobody’s ever made him want to stand still—until Griffin. The rugged bush pilot is the very best kind of distraction, but the emotions he stirs up in River feel anything but casual, and he’s in no position to stay put.

With temptation lurking in close quarters, keeping even a shred of distance is a challenge neither’s willing to meet. And the closer Griffin gets to River, the easier it is to ignore every last reason he should run.

Frozen Hearts
Book 1: Arctic Sun
Book 2: Arctic Wild
Book 3: Arctic Heat

Also by Annabeth Albert:

Shore Leave
Book 1: Sailor Proof
Book 2: Sink or Swim

Out of Uniform
Book 1: Off Base
Book 2: At Attention
Book 3: On Point
Book 4: Wheels Up
Book 5: Squared Away
Book 6: Tight Quarters
Book 7: Rough Terrain
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  6. Publication date
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"“Sexy, sensitive, smart, and thoroughly researched, Annabeth Albert’s gay romances have rocketed to the top of my to-be-read pile. I’ve fallen as hard for her books as her heroes fall for each other.” -Christopher Rice, New York Times Bestselling author of A DENSITY OF SOULS and the Burning Girl Series"

“The descriptions of Alaska are simply breathtaking, and if it wasn't on my bucket list to begin with, it definitely would be now. A great introduction to a new series, and absolutely one to follow. Highly recommended by me.”—The Romance Reviews

“Albert (Status Update) features some truly tender kisses and romantic moments, but also plays up River’s self-destructive tendencies and triggers. What makes Albert’s book resonate is the lovers’ realization they can be imperfect together.”—Publisher's Weekly

“Albert’s obvious affection for her characters, particularly Nick, makes this tale a pleasure” —Publishers Weekly on Better Not Pout

“BETTER NOT POUT is exactly what a holiday romance story should be.” – NetGalley User

"Whether making my heart melt, or my head burst into flames – Annabeth Albert draws the reader in and keeps them captivated." --Gay Book Reviews on SQUARED AWAY

About the Author

Annabeth Albert grew up reading romance novels under the bed covers. Now, she devours all subgenres of romance out in the open-no flashlights required. When she's not adding to her keeper shelf, she is a published romance writer. Emotionally complex, sexy, and funny stories are her favorites both to read and to write. She loves finding happy endings for a variety of pairings and is a passionate gay rights supporter. In between searching out dark heroes to redeem, she works a rewarding day job and wrangles two toddlers.



Cooper North is an audiobook narrator known for his readings of books in the Power Play series by Lynda Aicher.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07J3C79NH
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Carina Press; Original edition (April 1, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 1, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1082 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 489 ratings

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Annabeth Albert is a multi-published Pacific Northwest romance writer of over thirty-five published works. Emotionally complex, sexy, and funny stories are her favorites both to read and to write. Fans of quirky, Oregon-set books as well as those who enjoy military heroes will want to check out her many series. Her critically acclaimed and fan-favorite LGBTQ romances include the Hotshots, Out of Uniform, Frozen Hearts, Perfect Harmony, and Gaymers series along with several stand-alone titles. Her fan group, Annabeth’s Angels, on social media and her newsletter are both great places for bonus content and exclusive contests. For more info: www.annabethalbert.com

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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Arctic Sun by Annabeth Albert was book that grabbed my heart and would not let go!
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Arctic Sun by Annabeth Albert was book that grabbed my heart and would not let go!
Arctic Sun by Annabeth Albert was book that grabbed my heart and would not let go!I adored Griffin and River's journey to a happy neither ever imagine.This story was so well done, attraction didn't solve anything and even love was not enough as each man needed to decide what makes them truly happy.It made my heart happy that this story was not rushed.. the character development, the look at both sobriety and eating disorders were so well done... that I think this book will remain in my heart for sometime to come.The author did an unbelievable job with the visual aspects around the setting for most of this story... Alaska almost became a character in the book!I also loved how the story was not dominated by intercourse.This story was great look at sexuality and connection and will really make the reader think.Annabeth is now a must click author for me and I am so excited to return to the Alaskan Wildness as this series of stand alone stories releases. Book 2 Arctic Wild is on my must read list...
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D.Hart, RCIS
5.0 out of 5 stars Alaska is for these two lovers !
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2019
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Griff is an Alaskan pilot/guide/photographer in a family business. He's a big mountain of a man who is a recovering alcoholic. Blue haired River is a world famous model/writer, taking a break from his world by going on this photographic hike. This lovely story is lyrical and explicit in it's words, so we get the vivid pics in our minds. We can feel their emotions, and we clearly can tell what each man is worried about, or what his desires are. Their role-play is exciting and enticing. No costumes, but they tell each other a fantasy tale they want to come true. It's erotic, powerful, and their sexy times are brought into action.
This trip includes other hikers, and their friendship is going to extend beyond the hike. We see what their "couple" would be like. So much is on the line, because each man has an established life. How will it ever blend?
Once back, there is much to still learn about themselves, and their needs. Both have baggage. They mess up, and then fix up, but we do get a happy ending and epilogue.
ENJOY !
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Aerielle
4.0 out of 5 stars Great story but slow paced
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2019
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I really enjoyed Griffin and River’s story. I love books set in wilderness surroundings. This is very much a slow burn and slow paced story but I think due to the issues of the mc’s it had to be more drawn out than usual. Both characters have a lot of baggage to work through but I think this makes them seem more real. This story isn’t as raunchy as some of Annabeth’s other story but I still found it sexy. There are issues with anorexia and alcoholism that may be a trigger from some people.
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Kristi Jung
5.0 out of 5 stars Alaskan Romance Mixed with MH, Angst.
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2021
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Griffin and River. Polar opposites except when it comes to masking and mental health. The blurb doesn’t really foreshadow the amount of angst, mental health and character development in the book; which is a good and bad surprise. I went into the book thinking it will be a vacation romance, when really the vacation part ended around 20-30%. It is a good book, but it is slow with a lot of angst so prepare for that:

Griffin is a medically-retired air force person who fell into alcoholism after a death. He spends his time helping the family with their tourism business and pretending he is “fine”. River is a supermodel, world-traveller and travel blog/book writer who has a major eating disorder and travels to run from his problems and mental health. Both pretend their problems don’t exist, and both have very negative mindsets about themselves.

The pair has to learn that good chemistry and good s*x isn’t enough to maintain a relationship. They can’t hide or run from their problems. Its like a “Its the right person, but the wrong time” when it comes to meeting someone and falling in love. Cue character development and therapy.
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Mrs. Readsalot
3.0 out of 5 stars Really not like the Annabeth Albert books I adore
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2019
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This just didn't seem like the Annabeth Albert that I am used to. I have LOVED so many of her books but this one really left me feeling flat. The romance was very slow, and when the guys did yield to the chemistry, there was a lot of mental resistance from Griff (and that's not sexy). The guys also spent too much time discussing the joys of (or lack thereof) gay sex.

The people that are on River's tour are fun and sweet and easy to imagine. The settings (the hotels, the boat) were not that easy to picture and I don't know why. I mean...I've seen Alaska. The picture just wasn't vivid for me. There was a lot of inner dialogue from River about his eating disorder, and it was part of the plot before and during almost every single meal. It really made an eating disorder real for me, but that's not what I thought I was buying. Griff also seemed to have so much anxiety over what people thought of him if he didn't drink - which he didn't, because he's a recovering alcoholic. Like is that a thing? Who cares if you drink or NOT?

I also did not like that River went from being so determined to just giving up like *that*. That didn't fit his character. I didn't like that Griff's deceased best friend was so mean to Griff and he 1) took it like he deserved it and 2) continued to basically worship the guy. That's not what I expect from a big ole mountain man/bush pilot/former military man.

These two spend a lot of the book doing the 'I'm not good enough for you' routine, which is weird, especially for River who has been in therapy forever. And how is River estranged from his father when we find out later that he never really gave his father any slack and why didnt' he?? He should have talked about that with his therapist! And when River decides to get some help to get his head on straight, that's all glossed over and we don't even get to hear River REFLECT on it. LIke...what is the eating plan? Why was he going to the medical dr. too? When these guys finally were going to make a go of things, there were still some interesting plot points to wrap up, and that all went too fast. The ending was just way too rushed considering all the time that is devoted to the characters.

Sorry to sound harsh, but I looked forward to this book for so long and I was really disappointed by this.
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E L-G
4.0 out of 5 stars A hard-won Happy ending
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2019
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These characters are well-researched. River is in recovery with an eating disorder, and Griff is a recovering alcoholic. Both are terrified of disrupting all the controls they put on their life to not engage in dangerous behavior.
Their story of finding each other and having faith in happiness is hard fought—mostly because of all the negative self-talk they have to overcome. It’s a slow trudge to the HEA, but it felt like they earned it.
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Shauna S.
5.0 out of 5 stars A great start to a new series
Reviewed in Canada on June 28, 2019
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I really enjoyed this story! I appreciated the sensitivity shown to the eating disorder and recovery part of the story. And I really appreciated how both characters had issues and were ultimately willing to work through them, both for themselves and for their future together. And Alaska was such a great setting for the story! Highly recommended!
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Mel Rawlinson
5.0 out of 5 stars Totally adorable, and doesn’t gloss over the hard work
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 4, 2019
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I was already a fan of Annabeth Albert’s writing going into this book, but I’ve got to say it still blew me away. The premise is deceptively simple: total opposites River (blue-haired, fun-loving ex-model turned Professional Nomad) and Griffin (ex-military, introverted mountain man whose got Alaska running right through him) in the middle of nowhere with great chemistry. The story is much more rich and complex, with both facing different challenges that nonetheless give them some common ground.
The first half (ish) of the book are while these two are in Alaska, River being one of five people signed up to a week’s tour that Griffin has, reluctantly, agreed to run. There are beautiful pen portraits of all five tourists, with retiring doctors Dan and Melanie (who is learning how to deal with her new camera) and Dutch couple Fenna and Lieke (Fenna’s pride in her wife and Lieke’s art is gorgeous). They, and the additional characters along the way, feel like real people, not just Background Character 1, etc. River is fairly quickly open to the mutual attraction and pretty certain something will happen; Griff is reluctant to the point of avoidance. Some lovely talking and sharing of vulnerabilities helps them to find the connection.
After their tour week is over, they agree they’re not ready for a goodbye. But with a Professional Nomad and a gruff homebody introvert, there’s a lot of differences to bridge . That, coupled with their individual challenges and distance, makes for a real-feeling fight to keep the connection and make it work.
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Petey
5.0 out of 5 stars Thouroughly enjoyed. Looking forward to the next book.
Reviewed in Australia on May 13, 2019
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Really enjoyed this first book of the new series. I made the mistake of reading the first chapter preview for the next book at the end of Arctic Sun and now I'm hanging out to read that one too.
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Stargirl
4.0 out of 5 stars Good one here.
Reviewed in Australia on June 6, 2019
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Really enjoyable story. The problems the main characters had became heavy at times but this happens in real life. Good one Annabeth Albert!
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emse
3.0 out of 5 stars Story mit Längen
Reviewed in Germany on April 21, 2019
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Die Geschichte war gut und die Charaktere und ihre Entwicklung interessant . Aber das Buch zog sich zwischen durch sehr und war leicht langweilig.
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