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Review by Rainbow Book Reviews
Trusting can be scary, but it is absolutely essential for our happiness. Sarah does a marvelous job of portraying Trev's emotions in this short, but emotion-filled story. I cried for Trev because of the unfairness of the entire situation and wanted to knock quite a few heads together for being so ignorant. Yet, if Trev had not been put in this awful situation, he would never have met James. That, in itself, would have been an even greater travesty. If you enjoy love stories with angst, relearning trust, and reassurance, then you may like this one. Thank you, Sarah, for reminding us that we need to listen to ourselves first; follow our own feelings, rather than worrying about how other people think.
Review by Tracy Gee
Sarah Masters unique style drags me in every time, Trust was no different, I was hooked on the first page. The British dialogue is alway a plus for me. I understood the hurt Trev was feeling, why him. Both Trev and James seemed very young although the author didn't give ages I would guess at early 20's. The ending had me giggling so much. It finished the short story off to perfection. Overall a book that looks at acceptance within the work place and learning to accept yourself. No sex in this one, it wasn't needed. I enjoyed it just the way it was....
Review by Crystal's Many Reviewers
Trust is as short and sweet read. I really enjoyed that the writer did not have them jump into bed immediately. They were getting to know each other – something young characters don’t often do. It was a cute M/M story that was a very quick read.
Review by Wicked Reads
This very short story is a snapshot of the beginning of a relationship. It is set up well, and delivers a thoughtful, and hopeful view of two men finding each other. It is innocent and draws the reader into wanting things to go well. There is a good mix of humour and seriousness.
Review by Susan
Trust by Sarah Masters was a very sweet, very British, very fun read for me. As an Anglophile who has never managed to visit Great Britain, I enjoy unabashedly British books. Trust gives the reader a little slice of life for newly-out Trev, whose work colleagues have made life difficult for him. He is understandably nervous when another guy from work asks him out. Their first date is just delightful, one I would not mind going on myself! This story is a nice change from angst, being very positive and upbeat.
Review by Rainbow Book Reviews
First off, I think my favorite character in this story was Nancy, Trev’s supportive co-worker. My heart hurt for Trev and all that he had suffered. He had endured and I was so proud that he didn’t let them run him off. The dates that Trev and James go on were definitely romantic. James was able to show Trev that there was more to life than hiding and being ashamed. The feel of the book was almost young adult.
Review by Prism Book Alliance
Trust is a beginning. It is a step in the right direction. It is (as it’s name implies) about learning to trust — one’s self and others. James is a symbol of the possibilities. He is a symbol of a person who has been there and built his defenses. He is a symbol of where our main character is going. I don’t know that they will make it as a couple. I don’t know if they will have a happily ever after. What I do know is that James brings something much needed to the right now. He will help our narrator grow.
Review by Divine Magazine
Trust is an interesting story although Sarah Masters' style of writing is unconventional. The novella is written in first-person narrative, much of which is inner dialogue as Trev struggles with 'coming-out' and the homophobic attitudes towards him. Trev's fledgling relationship with James is crucial to the plot and Trev's self-acceptance, however, Trust is not a typical contemporary romance. Instead, Sarah Masters confronts issues of bullying, victimisation, friendship and learning to "stick two fingers up" at the world.
Trust is a great book for anyone who feels the fear of not being able to be their true self or readers who enjoy honest but warm-humoured stories.
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