Grounds for Love by David Horne

Coffee shop owner, Caleb Wirth, has been single for two years and has no intention of getting back into the dating game. This is until his friends help him out. Thanks to a scribble on a coffee cup, Caleb has a date with a long-time crush. Travis Bechet is former Navy and has the muscles and strength to prove it. He’s also unfailingly kind and attentive. Caleb is head-over-heels, but there’s just one problem. Caleb’s last boyfriend left a distinct impression on him.

Caleb’s tries his best to hide his problem. However, Travis starts to pick up on little things that may lead to misunderstandings between them. With Caleb’s feelings developing into the “L” word, it’s only a matter of time before Caleb’s house of lies tumbles down around him. Will Caleb keep his secret and possibly lose Travis? Once the secret comes out, will Travis accept the truth or will he simply walk away?