Promises By Marie Sexton Apr 2026

The book deals with themes of widowerhood/grief and contains explicit sexual content.

The book is a "Gay-for-You" (GFY) trope classic. It focuses on the idea that Matt isn't necessarily changing his identity, but rather finding one specific person who transcends his previous boundaries. Promises by Marie Sexton

Grumpy, masculine, and deeply guarded. He identifies as straight at the start of the book. His journey is one of "Grief to Growth," as he learns to let go of his past to embrace a new future. The book deals with themes of widowerhood/grief and

Marie Sexton has released several "Coda Shorts" that provide glimpses into Matt and Jared’s domestic life after the first book ends. Grumpy, masculine, and deeply guarded

"Promises" is the first book in Marie Sexton’s acclaimed series. It’s a contemporary M/M romance often praised for its realistic portrayal of small-town life, sexual awakening, and the complexities of long-term friendship. 1. The Premise

The story is set in the fictional town of Coda, Colorado. It follows , a stoic, grieving police officer who has spent years in a self-imposed emotional exile after the death of his wife.