911 [Paperback]

Chris Owen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 25, 2008

Drew is a fireman who loves the rush and is looking for a roommate to share costs. Scott is a doctor looking for somewhere to live that isn’t with his now ex-lover. The match seems more than perfect when Scott moves in and it’s more than just costs that they share. So what happens when along comes EMT Eric with his blond good looks and boyish smile? Will this twosome be able to become a threesome or does it spell disaster for all?

Editorial Reviews

Review

Jane Davitt, author of Broomsticks and Stones, writes: This story goes to prove that when it comes to love, there's no such thing as too much. It's a believable, rewarding look at two men who discover that there's room for a third person in their busy, stressful lives.

And that's a good call, because when one of them comes close to the edge, it takes two of them to pull him back.

911 is full of everything you'd expect from this author; strongly drawn characters, vulnerable sometimes, but never weak, sizzling-hot sex and fascinating exploration of an unconventional, deeply loving relationship.

I found myself wanting to know more about their pasts and what had brought them to the place they're in when we meet them. And it's impossible not to feel for them as they deal with impossible schedules, sometimes maddening families, and demanding, often dangerous jobs.

These three are characters who will stay with you after the story is over. --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 308 pages
• Publisher: Torquere Press (June 25, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934166529
• ISBN-13: 978-1934166529
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #797,424 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 911 by Chris Owen, April 14, 2008

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JenB99 (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 911 (Paperback)

This is one of hottest manlove books I've ever read. And it's not just M/M. It's M/M/M. Yes, *three* sexy men in love, having sheet-scorching sex...not to mention a sweet, tender, and surprisingly believable three-way relationship. A fireman, a doctor, and an EMT. It just doesn't get any hotter than that. When you do read it, make sure you have a bucket of ice and a change of clothes handy. Better yet, find your own sexy fireman or doctor to play with. :)

Okay, enough about the sex. The sex is insanely hot, but what really stands out to me is the chemistry and the realistic presentation of a working threesome of men. It's rare for an author to be able to write a love story between three men that's not just erotic, but actually believable. This story makes me believe that such a relationship is entirely possible.

The men...ohhh, the men...they are strong, sexy, sensitive, and completely wonderful. I just can't find a negative word to describe this book or its characters.

I will definitely read this one again. It's a keeper. More brilliant M/M romance by Chris Owen.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars At last, a truly romantic threesome, July 15, 2009

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Jem (MD, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 911: Volume 0 (Kindle Edition)

Okay - this one surprised me. I don't usually prefer threesome romances because I never quite feel like the romance is equal for all three men. However, I was looking for another title for my iPod kindle app, and some strong reviews finally convinced me to buy it. Some of the first M/M romances I read were Sean Michael's Jarheads series. Rig and Rock were a great couple, who invited Dick to join them for a lust-filled night. The next chapter, he moved in. There was no build-up, I never felt like the relationship was built on anything other than sex. Thankfully, this story built a true romance.

Scott is a doctor, and Drew is a firefighter. Drew invites Scott to be his roommate when he learns Scott is in need of a place closer to the hospital and Drew needs extra help with the cost of having a home. The two are obviously attracted, but don't immediately become a couple. I liked that. Scott has some issues from a former relationship, and Drew isn't sure it's a good idea since they are already comfortable as roommates. Naturally, they do get together, and the author gives a hint of their threesome to come by having the topic come up after Drew sees a threesome, with 2 women and a man, who are happy (despite their home having caught fire). The two of them actually discuss the idea; could it work? Should it happen? How would they feel if it ever came up? However, it doesn't happen right away. About half the book is the development of Drew and Scott's relationship. How they handle their heavy, shift-driven schedules, the introduction of their parents to each other, insecurities in a new relationship, poker nights. It's all here, and very real. Oh, and lots of really hot explicit sex. This is definitely erotic romance, but the romance isn't overshadowed by the erotic.

Enter Eric, who is an EMT. He's become a regular at poker night. He needs to find a new place to live after his roommate gets married. He's already attracted to Scott and Drew, but isn't sure if either is available (or even gay). They see a friend in need and invite him to move in, when he learns that they are indeed a couple. He's not sure he wants to stay since he knows they are happy together, and he doesn't want to intrude. Meanwhile, Drew and Scott are both attracted to Eric as well. Scott becomes troubled by this because he isn't certain that Drew would really welcome a third, and would he be upset that Scott would? And, how will their families react? The angst for all three men is very believable as they work through it all.

I think what really worked for me here, that I haven't seen before, is that Drew and Scott become good friends with Eric first. Though they are all attracted to each other, they don't jump into bed immediately with another guy just out of lust or "to play." They build Eric into their life slowly; they learn about each other as time passes. I wasn't thrown a curve ball since I could see the love developing. Owen also took the time to show how the men relate to each other when they aren't all three together: Drew and Eric, Scott and Drew, Scott and Eric. This is an important point because it illustrates the equality I never found in threesomes until now. Overall, I enjoyed this romance very much and highly recommend it.

Re: the Kindle version. I've noticed reviews for some Kindle books sometimes mention problems with formatting, or type. This looked perfect to me. It scrolled easily, the chapter breaks were smooth and the text clear. I have quickly fallen in love with my iPod Kindle app.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Beginning...Wonderful Midpoint...Downhill From There, July 11, 2010

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winniedawg - See all my reviews

This review is from: 911 (Paperback)

Before I begin my review of this novel, I first must state that I am not any good at reviewing novels so I will not even try...I will just state my opinion. And I should say out of fairness to this post, I do not understand from life history, how it is possible to have a LONG term 3way loving relationship where all partners exist EQUALLY in their relationship over a period of decades. It takes a great deal of effort and much love and much compromise to keep a two way love affair going for a lifetime and by adding a third person into the mix, pain will be the result. With that in mind I loved the first two-thirds of this novel as we were introduced to and grew with the two main characters. I could not put 911 down and when I had to leave it, I could not wait for my day to end so I could resume reading. But then, the third character enters into "the fold" and for me the novel crumbles. Even if you are not prejudiced against 3way life long love affairs, 911 turns into a porn "read" once Eric enters into the love relationship...just endless sex scenes after another...became so monotonous as I quickly scanned the pages hoping to find a plot to latch onto...never came...final pages were just another graphic sex scene. After finishing this novel, I was so disappointed...had such great promise for me.