Review: Fey Divinity by S. Rodman 5 of 5 stars

Fey Divinity by S. Rodman

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jack, the son of the prime minister, finds himself forced into an arranged marriage after the fey conquer Earth. His intended husband, Prince Dyfri y Mhorriganogi, is breathtakingly beautiful but also suspected of being a spy and an enemy infiltrator. Jack resents the lack of choice and resigns himself to a fate he never wanted — sharing his life with Dyfri in Downing Street. Yet when they finally meet, Dyfri’s dark eyes and enigmatic presence stir doubt in Jack’s certainty. Beneath the suspicion lies the possibility that Dyfri may not be loyal to his people at all, but instead aligned with humanity. As attraction and mistrust collide, Jack must decide whether he is seeing the truth or simply what he longs to believe.

I loved this story which was about love and suspicion in the shadow of conquest, where one forced marriage could change everything. I loved the way that Jack defended Dyfri making him start to believe that he was not the worthless whore he had been treated as. I also loved that the fey conquest places Jack in a position of vulnerability, even as he represents human leadership but for Dyfri as a prince, he embodied power, but his possible disloyalty to his people revealed vulnerability. That emphasized that love became a negotiation of power, where intimacy required surrender from both sides. I felt that Dyfri was the prince with the possibility for the largest depth of character and this book did not disappoint. I loved the ending which was perfect for the series. Many emotions and feelings in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: A Little Snowed In by Della Cain by Kaytea Kat 4 of 5 stars

A Little Snowed In by Della Cain by Kaytea Kat

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Paxton agrees to check out a cabin for his boss on his way home for Christmas, but an unexpected snowstorm leaves him stranded. Inside the cabin, he’s stunned to find Nico — his first love, the one who got away. Years ago, Paxton never confessed his feelings, afraid that revealing his desire for a daddy/little dynamic would drive Nico away. Now, snowed in together with only one bed and plenty of time, Paxton sees this as his chance to finally be honest. With Christmas magic swirling around them, he musters the courage to admit his truth and risk rejection, knowing he can’t spend his life wondering “what if.” What follows is a tender, Hallmark-style holiday romance filled with stuffies, cookies, glitter, and second chances. Paxton and Nico rediscover their connection, find acceptance in each other, and realize that the greatest gift of all is true love and the promise of new beginnings.

I loved this story which was about rediscovering love, embracing vulnerability, and finding the courage to claim happiness during the magic of Christmas. I loved how the story explored how authenticity can feel risky but is the foundation of lasting love. I also loved how love was portrayed as the ultimate present — one that outshines all others and lasts beyond the season. A sweet second chance Christmas story. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Archie's Holiday by Brina Brady 3 of 5 stars

Archie's Holiday: A Foggy Basin Short Story by Brina Brady
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Archie Star, now a high school English teacher, spends his first winter break away from the Blue Star Diner and instead with Brogan Finnegan — the man whose rented room became a refuge and whose friendship grew into something deeper. As snow falls over Foggy Basin, Archie struggles with old insecurities that whisper he doesn’t deserve comfort or belonging. Yet Brogan’s steady warmth, shared meals, and gentle invitations begin to melt those doubts, offering Archie a glimpse of a life built together. On Christmas morning, under a tree adorned with handmade ornaments and soft lights, Brogan presents Archie with a simple but profound gift: a promise and a question. It’s not just about staying for the holiday season, but about choosing love, home, and permanence — staying for good.

I loved this short story that was about finding the courage to accept love, to stay, and to believe in a future built together. I loved how the story explored how belonging requires not just being welcomed, but believing you are worthy of staying. I also loved how love was portrayed as shelter — not just romantic passion, but the everyday comfort of being cared for. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: A Magically Delicious Christmas by A.E. Madsen 4 of 5 stars

A Magically Delicious Christmas by A.E. Madsen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thomas, a divorced single dad, has settled into life with his son until a surprise call from school reveals that his fourteen-year-old created a dating profile for him. With his ex remarrying, Thomas realizes he hasn’t dated in years and feels out of touch with modern apps and romance. Angelo, a dedicated teacher who spends his days grading papers and unwinding with medical dramas, never expected love to find him at his weekly book club. But when Thomas — his student’s father — asks him out for coffee, their friendship begins to blur into something more. As Christmas approaches, Angelo wonders if it’s wrong to invite Thomas as his date to the faculty party, while Thomas navigates the unfamiliar world of dating and the possibility of opening his heart again.

I really enjoyed this story about finding love when least expected, learning to take chances again, and discovering that the holiday season can bring both magic and romance. I loved how this story explored how love requires balancing multiple identities without losing authenticity and explored how love often arrives when least expected, offering renewal after loss or stagnation. A sweet holiday romance which was easy to understand and feel. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Santa Daddies by Laylah Roberts by A.W. Scott 4 of 5 stars

Santa Daddies by Laylah Roberts by A.W. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This Christmas romance brings together Santa-inspired Daddies whose one holiday wish is to find the perfect Little — someone equal parts naughty and nice. When their Littles behave, they’re showered with gifts, affection, and indulgence. But when mischief takes over, these Daddies are more than ready to guide them back to the “nice list,” with discipline as fiery as Rudolph’s glowing nose. From mall Santas to North Pole fantasies, the story blends holiday magic with age-play dynamics, offering a mix of sweetness, spice, and the promise of love wrapped in festive cheer.

This was a very enjoyable anthology full of Daddy/little stories where holiday wishes came true, where love, play, and festive magic intertwine in the most unexpected ways. All stories are MF stories which were enjoyable apart from this one which was MM.

Holiday Hope by A.W. Scott
Jared writes to Santa asking for a Daddy but it is included in the mail delivered to Jerome who is thrilled to find himself a boy that he has yearned for. I loved how the Santa imagery transformed into a playful, romantic exploration of desire and belonging.

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Review: Ocean's Lost Octopus by Della Cain by Kaytea Kat 3 of 5 stars

Ocean's Lost Octopus by Della Cain by Kaytea Kat
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ocean appears every inch the powerful executive — suited up, commanding a corner office, and thriving as a vice president. Yet beneath the polished exterior, he longs for comfort, care, and the tender dynamic of being a little with a daddy. His treasured octopus stuffie is his nightly companion, a reminder of the love he once had but lost when his former daddy chose a more conventional family life. Three years later, Ocean is still alone, until a faulty fire alarm forces him out of his apartment — and he discovers his beloved octopus missing. This small loss becomes the catalyst for something much bigger: the arrival of Duncan, a man ready to be the daddy Ocean has been yearning for. Their story unfolds with snuggles, cuddles, footie pajamas, playful adventures, and the promise of true love. What begins with the loss of a stuffie transforms into a journey of healing, new beginnings, and the rediscovery of intimacy and belonging.

I enjoyed this story about how losing something small can lead to finding something profound — the love, care, and true daddy Ocean has always needed. I loved how the story explored how identity is multifaceted — strength in public can coexist with vulnerability in private, and both are equally valid. I also loved that belonging can be found not in status or success, but in relationships that honour our most authentic selves. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Breakneck by Roe Horvat 4 of 5 stars

Breakneck by Roe Horvat
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Terrance, a disciplined private security professional with a spotless record, is assigned to protect Lothair — a famous actor and stuntman who also happens to be a dragon-shifter. Lothair thrives on danger, arrogance, and chaos, treating Terrance less like a bodyguard and more like a challenge. Though both are alphas and bound by rules that should keep them apart, Lothair relentlessly tests Terrance’s limits, pushing him toward attraction he refuses to admit. For Lothair, unraveling his straitlaced protector might be the most thrilling stunt of all. Their clash of personalities ignites sparks that blur the line between duty and desire, turning protection into temptation and threatening to burn down every rule that stands in their way.

I loved this story about two alphas whose collision of duty, chaos, and desire threatens to consume them — and the rules meant to keep them apart. I also loved how the story asked whether love can coexist with responsibility, or if desire inevitably undermines duty. It was also interesting that in this story true intimacy required surrender — even for those who define themselves by power. At its heart, this story is about two alphas whose collision of duty, chaos, and desire threatens to consume them — forcing them to decide whether breaking rules leads to ruin or to freedom. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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