: The novel explores themes of trauma , retribution , and the resilience of first love .
by Evelyn Drake is a standalone M/M romantic suspense novel published in 2017 that follows two deeply scarred men reconnecting under the shadow of a murder investigation. Recoil - Evelyn Drake.epub
If you enjoy the "broken hero" trope or intense romantic suspense, this book is often grouped with Drake's other works like Retribution and Ruined . Recoil by Evelyn Drake | Goodreads : The novel explores themes of trauma ,
The story centers on , a homicide detective who uses his work as a shield for his broken past, and Kyle Rivers , a bouncer who has spent years on the run from his family's cruelty. After years of believing Tobias was dead—a lie told by his parents while they subjected him to "conversion therapy"—Kyle discovers the truth. Their reunion is complicated when a murder occurs at Kyle's club, making him the prime suspect in Tobias's case. Key Story Elements Characters : Recoil by Evelyn Drake | Goodreads The story