Bonus: If you love the writing style, check out Good Boy (a spin-off featuring Jamie’s sister, Jess), and the Vino & Veritas series.

Before you download anything, let’s make sure you know what all the fuss is about. Him is the first book in the Him series (followed by Us and the companion novel Epic ).

Let’s be honest: the search term is popular partly because the book is famously steamy. The intimate scenes are consent-focused, passionate, and integral to character development, not just filler.

Ryan Wesley is the character that breaks your heart before he stitches it back together. He has been in love with Jamie for years, but fear of ruining their friendship—and fear of the world of sports' reaction to his sexuality—kept him silent. Wes represents the struggle of the closeted athlete, a trope that Bowen and Kennedy handle with care. His internal monologue provides the angst that balances Jamie’s sunshine, creating a perfect romantic equilibrium.