As a member of the Seal Team, the last thing Bacon wants is to have to babysit a reporter, especially one who was on the cover of the Pride magazine as the year's most eligible gay bachelor. With the military's DADT rule and the thought of coming out to his comrades, Bacon does not want to have feelings for Bryant but when they are alone and in danger the two cannot help but act on their feelings. But will the relationship be doomed from the start because of the expose book Bryant wants to write about the military and PTSD? Or will the two overcome the all obstacles that lay in their path? With great characters and an emotional storyline this was a wonderful read. I found the way the author dealt with PTSD was done with such professionalism and compassion. This is a book that should not be missed.

DNF at 35%. I thought the chemistry between the heroes was less than convincing, and I thought the plot seemed very predictable. I was also not a fan of bringing up the old fraternization scandal from the previous book. Sorry, this book was not for me. This series still rates very high in my eyes, however.

So this may be my favorite book of the series! It is always an interesting story when two people find love in a very unusual set of circumstances! Annabeth Albert does a phenomenal job of giving us the right amount of action, drama, and sizzle within her stories!

This story is a bit of a slow burn as Petty Officer Bacon, a sniper of a SEAL unit, has a injury to his hand. He's taken from the front line and relegated to support team. To make matters worse, he's been put in charge of a reporter, Spencer, joining his team to get the backstory of special ops. His job is to make sure he comes back safe and unharmed.

Things go sideways during the op, and Bacon and Spencer are forced to follow a contingent plan taking them through some pretty risky territory. They have quite a bit of time to talk and get to know one another. They are both very complex men and I loved finding out their backgrounds. Both are very good at their respective jobs and I liked hearing out how they got to that point in their lives. One thing that caught them both by surprise, was the immediate attraction they felt for each other. I feel they complimented each other rather well!

Once they finally gave into their attraction, there is no way to stay away. Talk about some steamy scenes!! Whew!! They were rough and tumble males, but also so very touching and sweet at times. I really liked how they were believable. They were some very exceptional people and I liked how they really seemed to click.

The entire book was interesting and you can appreciate the authors research to write it. The military has so many rules and its easy to find yourself in a tough place quick. She did a good job of explaining the reasoning and how to navigate all the rules and procedures.

I have read the entire series so far and each can be read by itself. I do enjoy seeing some of the characters from previous books pop up and say hi! If this is your first read in the Out of Uniform series, don't make it your last! Each book has a different set of unique characters and situations that keep you riveted just as this one does.

reviewed by Deb

I got a copy of this from netgalley in exchange for a review.

The Out of Uniform series has somehow become one of my ultimate fluff reads, despite the fact that I usually never read contemporary and have mixed feelings about the army, so imagine how THRILLED I was when my ARC of this actually came through on my birthday! Good times, thank you universe.

This wasn't my absolute favourite of the series, but it did rocket up to a firm second place. Which is saying something, considering just how deeply I loved Wheels Up. This was SUCH a good story. One that was really compelling, and heartfelt, and touched me in all the right places. I ended up sniffling a few times, and then ended up hugging my kindle a few more.

The characters were fantastic. Both of them were very complex, slightly flawed people and I think I loved them both equally. I've been eagerly waiting for Bacon's book, and he did not disappoint here - he's quite impulsive, but at the same time very responsible and with a slightly overdeveloped sense of duty. He ended up working really well with Spencer, the slightly older reporter who has a lot of integrity but is a bit less mature in several ways.

The two of them really did just gel amazingly together. The job of a romance novel, in a way, is to convince you that the two main characters are better for being together and this book did that excellently - Spencer gets Bacon to chill out a little, Bacon gets Spencer to expand his view of what he wants and both of them ground each other really well.

I also really liked the plot. I'd say this book is probably the one most embedded in the army stuff, Bacon is probably the person happiest with his career in this entire series, and it actually really works. The first half is really dynamic, and develops the central relationship in a really interesting way. The second half is quieter, but really compelling and does a great job of showing just how well Bacon and Spencer work with each other.

I think the main thing, though, is that I just really loved the tone of it. This was SUCH a heartfelt book, and it may be just because I got married recently - YAY :D - but it really touched me. It's hopeful, and optimistic, and lovely... But at the same time very pragmatic, and with a kind of battle optimism that really appealed to me.

So, yes. In conclusion I absolutely loved this book, and am really glad I read it. It was pretty much the perfect birthday present, and I look forward to seeing what this series does in the future!

ALSO WES AND DUSTIN HAVE A CAT!!!

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I’ve read a few here and there in the Out of Uniform series, and I’m always blown away by how invested I am in Annabeth Albert’s world. Tight Quarters is no exception.

Bacon gets the short straw when he is tasked with babysitting a reporter. The last thing he needs is someone slowing him down and keeping him off the Alpha Team in the upcoming mission. But there’s something about the older, confident and comfortable in his skin Spencer that draws Bacon in.

I really enjoyed these two right off the bat. Bacon was a bit grumpy, and I do so love me a grumpy, growly MC. He knows of the reporter Spencer (is attracted to him, too), but the timing is just off. Spencer, meanwhile, really wants to write a story on Spec Ops and it puts him in opposition to Bacon.

I had a hard time sometimes putting my finger on exactly what was keeping Spencer apart from Bacon. There wasn’t anything truly defined until later and because of that, I wasn’t completely sold on the tension. That said, they had delightfully intense chemistry and I LOVED how everything came together. Such a great resolution!

I’m eagerly anticipating the next book in this series.

4 stars!

I've said it before about this series, it's just bloody marvelous! Annabeth manages to have the right amount of laughs and romance and I can't recommend this one enough. Def to be read in order to enjoy the whole experience and meet all the couples.

So this may be my favorite book of the series! It is always an interesting story when two people find love in a very unusual set of circumstances! Annabeth Albert does a phenomenal job of giving us the right amount of action, drama, and sizzle within her stories!

This story is a bit of a slow burn as Petty Officer Bacon, a sniper of a SEAL unit, has a injury to his hand. He's taken from the front line and relegated to support team. To make matters worse, he's been put in charge of a reporter, Spencer, joining his team to get the backstory of special ops. His job is to make sure he comes back safe and unharmed.

Things go sideways during the op, and Bacon and Spencer are forced to follow a contingent plan taking them through some pretty risky territory. They have quite a bit of time to talk and get to know one another. They are both very complex men and I loved finding out their backgrounds. Both are very good at their respective jobs and I liked hearing out how they got to that point in their lives. One thing that caught them both by surprise, was the immediate attraction they felt for each other. I feel they complimented each other rather well!

Once they finally gave into their attraction, there is no way to stay away. Talk about some steamy scenes!! Whew!! They were rough and tumble males, but also so very touching and sweet at times. I really liked how they were believable. They were some very exceptional people and I liked how they really seemed to click.

The entire book was interesting and you can appreciate the authors research to write it. The military has so many rules and its easy to find yourself in a tough place quick. She did a good job of explaining the reasoning and how to navigate all the rules and procedures.

I have read the entire series so far and each can be read by itself. I do enjoy seeing some of the characters from previous books pop up and say hi! If this is your first read in the Out of Uniform series, don't make it your last! Each book has a different set of unique characters and situations that keep you riveted just as this one does.

I really enjoyed this! Both characters were endearing, and I liked seeing their relationship blossom. My one wish was that the books in the series connected a bit more, but they're still really good.

The “Out of Uniform” series earned ridiculously high scores from me, and this book, just like the previous installments, definitely secured its spot on my recommended section. The author is getting better and better over time and Bacon and Spencer’s story is solid evidence for that. I could say even now, that Apollo is my favorite daddy figure in this series. But Bacon’s character is winning my heart as well.

Another age-gap. My my. Though the author didn’t give much emphasis on that matter, I can nonetheless feel Spencer’s ‘daddy effect’ on Bacon. Also, no kids like the last book, but it still feels crowded.

I love how straight-to-point the main characters are about their attractions. And even if they are acting impulsively, they try to think about consequences.

I guess it’s safe to say that everything happened in due course, and that was in spite of the undeniable attraction that tortured Bacon and Spencer from the first day they met.

I was a bit disappointed to see Spencer dismissed from Bacon’s team after a terrorist encounter. I was expecting to see a journalist in action out on the field and I wasn’t prepared when he was sent home. But when the author took that opportunity to flood me with amazing sex, my disappointment quickly evaporated in the steamy passion. Meh! I can learn about journalism elsewhere. But the crazy bed scenes between Bacon and Spencer? I could find that right here, and here only.

I knew that Bacon’s story would be entertaining. When he appeared in the previous (especially his appearance in Mark’s story) installments, I knew he had an interesting past to know about. And Annabeth Albert did not disappoint. Bacon, indeed, was once a weird teenager with an entirely different dream. Oh. And he has a beautiful first name too! Haha. What a great way to brighten my life, Miss Albert.

I love how texting played a part on this romance. It’s practical.

Though the conflict is not so explosive, it is still a riveting conflict!

Bacon and Spencer may have pounded Spencer’s mattress like a storm, but I love the ‘one-step-at-a-time’ they’ve implemented on the more serious detail of their relationship. How they talked about the problem that resulted from Spencer’s book is oh-my-so serious and heartwarming at the same time.

The story ended nicely with an attempt to ring the bell.

Highly recommended.

Yes, brothers and sisters. It is another SEAL falling in love. But this one’s cuter.

✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ FOUR-STAR ✩ REVIEW ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩

> > Judging a Book by it's Cover < <
Two shirtless guys stand in a tight embrace with a fairly plain and nondescript background. Strong title and author fonts. This is another author that I do not read the synopsis for any longer, knowing that I enjoy her writing style and characters, I tend to jump in with both feet.

> > Looking Deeper < <
POV ~> Third Person

This story focused on Bacon and a journalist that was given the unheard of opportunity to embed with a Spec Ops team, Bacon's SEAL team. Minorly injured from a previous incident, Bacon was delegated to be Spencer's babysitter (Handler) for as long as he was on base or with the team.
The lead characters were likable. The secondary cast, both new and old, were entertaining. The chemistry between the two men was magnetic, but professionalism kept them at arms' length. Dialogue was smart and enjoyable. The plot was good, but lacked some of the excitement and/or tension a few of the other books had. The writing style was smooth and it made for a truly pleasurable reading experience.
Predictability was low. The conclusion was passable with an implied HEA.
Overall, I love this author and series. I felt this story makes a fantastic addition to the series.
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Rating: [R] ~ Score: 4.225 ~ Stars: 4
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I adore Annabeth Albert's books and Out of Uniform is one of the best military m/m series out there. Bacon and Spencer may be my favorite men in the series yet! It did take me longer than usual to get into the book but the pace got better with each chapter. Solid 3.5 stars.

Annabeth Albert keeps the magic going with Tight Quarters, the latest in her Out of Uniform series!

I adore Annabeth Albert and everything that she does, so it's really no surprise that I enjoyed the sixth book in her consistently stellar series.

What this author does SO right for me is get the perfect mix of desire, angst, heat, and longing with her queer military men, and this book was no different. I LOVED the pansexual Bacon and his painful backstory and his chemistry with the older, distinguished former dancer-turned-journalist, Spenser.

I loved that the angst never felt manufactured, but it was there never-the-less. These guys don't get a simple HEA- they have to fight for it. I was rooting for these men, especially in the second half of the story when I really became emotionally invested.

Also... I mean, I couldn't get an emo-muscled Bacon out of my head. Eyeliner and tight jeans... dreamy sigh.

While Tight Quarters isn't my favorite of this amazing series, I would still read it every day and twice on Sundays. Annabeth Albert never lets me down.

*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*

This book was well written and very fun to read. The characters were great and I enjoyed the world building. The author does a great job at introducing the characters and moving the plot along. There were a few things that I didn't like, but it wasn't enough to really sway me one way or the other. It's definitely a story that I can get lost in and both feel for the characters. It is definitely a go-to novel that I highly recommend to anyone who loves a great read. Definitely a highly recommended read that I think everyone will enjoy.

A SEAL and a sharpshooter, Bacon (just Bacon), because of a minor injury is forced to play babysitter to journalist Spencer Bryant who has been embedded in the team.. Bacon knows who Spenser is because of his books. He's in his forties, grey, gay, very hot and quite a bit older.

The attraction they feel just bubbling beneath the surface can be ignored, will be ignored. Spencer slips right into the teams training, proving that he won't be a dangerous hindrance. The mission doesn't go as planned and they have to depend on each other to get to safety. That pesky attraction getting closer and closer to the surface. Because the mission went south and there were injuries, Spencer's access is cancelled.

The men know that an attempt to have a “not” relationship can get them both in trouble but they want each other to much to fight. What follows is two men falling in love without even trying. The sex is spectacular, leading into a real relationship.

Spencer's job intervenes, forcing them apart. Both broken-hearted. Not seeing a way to make it work.

This was another good book in the series. Some angst, nice sexy times, and another set of likable heroes.

I stopped reading after 50%, and getting there was a struggle. I'm sorry, but this simply didn't manage to hold my interest. Looking back, I found that I've always liked the idea of this series a lot better than the books themselves in the end, and after struggling with this one and the one before I have to be honest with myself and just stop trying and giving it another chance to convince me.

After reading Squared Away a few month ago, I was really excited to see another book in the series from Annabeth Albert!

I loved reading about Spencer and Bacon (or Del) in Tight Quarters and I felt like their story was realistic and relatable. Granted, I've never been in the military nor have I ever been a reporter. I really enjoyed that we dived right into the action, which I'm assuming is because it's a sort of already long series that someone should know that there's a lot of history between most of the men. I've only read this and Squared Away, but I still feel like I know these guys and that's hard to do when you don't read every book in a series. Bacon was sweet and kind but also determined to be a good soldier. Spencer was funny and sophisticated, and I could see why both of them fell for each other.

At first I wasn't sure whether or not I was going to like this book, but really how could you not love Bacon. For me it seemed as if the book started off relatively slow.
We met Bacon ( and finally learn his real name, and as much as I would like to reveal it, you should just read the book lol) and he's not a happy camper about having to babysit journalist Bryant Spencer. Not sure if it's because of Spencer's job or because of how attracted he is towards him. But as the story continues and they give into the attraction towards one another, these two have major chemistry both in the bedroom and out. Although Spencer gets on my bad side, he definitely redeems himself.

I absolutely love this series and am excited for the next book.

Bit of a slow start but doesn’t take long for the story to pick up. I liked that while Del and Spencer know they’ve got chemistry, they wait until they’re out of danger before pursuing a relationship

I have loved Annabeth Albert's Out of Uniform series so when this came up here I requested it hard. I was really excited to read it, but I was left a little disappointed. I adored the characters and I liked the overall plot, but there's a fight between the characters, you know the trope, towards the end where they fight, break up, and make up and I just did not find that fight believable at all. And it's an easy fix! They fight because Spencer, the journalist, is writing a book about how the military fails veterans, especially those in Special Forces, like Bacon the love interest. Bacon should want this book to be written, and in the story he quickly comes back around to wanting the book to be written. The fight could easily, and should have been, about how Spencer didn't talk to Bacon about the book and how he expected Bacon to break up with him over it, essentially telling Bacon, when he tells him about the book, that. So the fight should have been about how Spencer didn't trust or communicate with Bacon rather than the book existing in general. And Albert does twist the argument after the fact as the story goes on to be about that instead but I was just annoyed with the book by that part. There is nothing leading up to the fight to imply that Bacon would react like he does in story to that book being written. It just felt out of place and like the author needed to shoehorn in a fight. It really brought the entire book down for me.

I just love a series about men in uniform. Such a turn on. If you haven’t started this series you must. At first I was a little apprehensive from book 1 blurb but man since I started reading I haven’t looked back.