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ABOUT THE BOOK:Release Date January 22, 2026

I’ll stop at nothing to get him back.

Sometimes what you’re waiting for has a funny way of being right in front of you for a long time. Albrecht Holleran is one of those instances. I know that his broody, moody, assholery is the mask of a man struggling. Over two years, I’ve pried that mask off and we became friends.

Nearly coinciding with the birth of my son, Brek and I began to explore something growing between us. Then he vanishes and it’s a race against time to find him before his expiration date. Everyone knows that the longer someone is missing, the chances of finding them alive lessen.

Doing what I do best, I track Brek’s movements and find that I couldn’t possibly expect a worst case scenario. I’m better behind a desk; my weapon of choice is my computer. But nothing will stop me from getting Brek back. Even if we all die in the process.

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This is a LGBTQIA+ story with content not intended for those under 18 years of age due to graphic scenes and situations.

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REVIEW: Voss (Van Doren Book 4) by Crea Reitan is the latest installment in the Van Doren series.

It’s a gripping m/m romance with elements of suspense, hurt/comfort, and high stakes drama, focusing on Albrecht “Brek” Holleran and Voss Van Doren. We’ve met both of these characters from previous books, and although I wasn’t too keen on Brek (he did something that put him on the outside of the group!) I came to understand him more by the end of this book.

The Van Doren series follows a quirky, family group of characters (often with mafia, criminal, or intense action undertones) in interconnected stories. Along with a group of friends that act like family. Previous books like Loren, Noaz, and Imry have built up anticipation for Voss’s story.

This one centers on a slow burn friends to lovers dynamic that’s been brewing for over two years. Voss has patiently chipped away at Brek’s “broody, moody, assholery” mask to reveal the struggling man underneath.

And just as things heat up (around Voss becoming a father), Break disappears, kicking off a tense race against time to find him alive! 😧 (the story of how Voss became a father was introduced in the last story and it ends on this one.)Voss steps out of his comfort zone (he’s more of a computer guy than a field operative) to track Brek, uncovering a worst case scenario that threatens everyone involved. The stakes are life or death, with themes of obsession, protection, redemption, and the fear of losing someone just when you’ve finally connected.

Crea Reitan is probably my favourite m/m writer. She has heartfelt characters, found family feels, chaotic energy, and spicy romance. And I’ve been eager to read Voss’s story, especially after teasers in books like Imry. 😜

If you enjoy m/m romances with a dark edge, slow burn tension turning explosive, and heroes willing to risk everything, this is a strong addition to the series (and probably my favourite after Loren/Oakley’s story) Expect heavy triggers (violence, kidnapping/abduction themes, emotional trauma), graphic content, and some crossover elements (so although not necessarily a must, it’s helpful to know the dynamics reading the prior books.)

If you’re caught up on the series, Voss looks like the emotional and thrilling payoff i have been waiting for. 🥰 Brek not believing he is worthy of love, and Voss patiently showing him that he is. And the other thing I love about the author’s work, she makes no apologies for her “world”, if you don’t like it, then don’t read it. And the insights to her thought process have me hooked.

We know most of the Van Doren’s and we know they will/have hooked up with Brek’s “found” family. But that doesn’t stop the author from introducing more Van Doren’s into the mix (and I can’t wait for their dad Joren, to meet his partner.)

So, will Voss find Brek before it’s too late? Can Brek accept the love and feeling of belonging that Voss offers?

Highly recommend, I love this series probably the most out of all the writers series (with the exception of her “For Puck Sake Series.)

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Reviewed by Julie B.🦋

Crea lives in upstate New York with her dog and husband. She has been writing since grade school, when her second grade teacher had her class keep writing journals. She has a habit of creating secondary, and often time tertiary, characters that take over her stories. All of her RH relationships end up being heavily polyamorous – meaning it’s not just all the men for one woman. There’s also some M/M action going on. When she can’t fall asleep at night, she thinks up new scenes for her characters to act out. This, of course, is how most of her meant-to-be-thrown-away characters tend to end up front and center – and utterly swoon-worthy! Don’t ask her how many book boyfriends she has…

When not writing, Crea is an avid reader. Her TBR pile is several hundred books high (don’t even look at her kindle wish list or the unread books on her tablet). Sometimes, she enjoys crafting; sometimes, exploring nature; sometimes, traveling. Mostly, she enjoys putting her characters on paper and breathing life into them. Oh, and sleeping. Crea loves to sleep!

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