4.5 stars 
 I love a good coming out story, especially one that captures the highs and lows with sensitivity and honesty. In Moment of Impact, Karen Stivali gives us an erotic tale of first love and sexual awakening that hits that mark. 
 When college roommates Collin and Tanner finally give into their explosive attraction to each other, everything is just wonderful behind the closed doors of their dorm room. Collin has shaken off the guilt inflicted by his ultra-conservative mother and has come out to Tanner, but when it comes to going public with their relationship, things get tense between them. Tanner is more comfortable with his sexuality and it becomes a source of conflict for the couple. 
 But when an accident puts everything in a different perspective for Collin, he makes the decision to come out, with some very serious and hurtful consequences. 
 Collin and Tanner are passionate and provocative, while Collin is sometimes naive, sweet and scared all at the same time. These emotional qualities made both characters interesting to me. Oh, and did I mention they are so hot, hot, hot together? 
 I'm looking forward to seeing where their relationship goes in the next installment, now that Collin will be dealing with the aftermath of coming out and the sometimes roller coaster ride of being in a relationship. 
 Great start. Looking forward to the second book in the series. 
 ARC provided for review.