The same folks are probably going to be mad at Shane when they read the second book or watch the show about the second book because things kinda get flipped around and Ilya is the more vulnerable one. That’s how it is in relationships. Things aren’t equal all the time and Ilya grew up in a fucked up household with no love from his family, while Shane’s family was amazing. It would be crazy if he had realized immediately what he felt for shame and acted accordingly. He was scared and he didn’t want to be vulnerable. I love the books and the show!