Review: A Touch of Christmas Magic by A.D. Ellis 4 of 5 stars

A Touch of Christmas Magic by A.D. Ellis

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kai has been in love with his best friend for as long as he can remember. He’s well aware he can’t act on those feelings, so he keeps himself relatively happy going on dates, running a successful business, and supporting the guy he’s known since he was five years old. Colby ran from Peppermint Hollow years ago. Trying to escape the demons of his childhood drove him straight into the arms of drama and chaos. The only good thing to come from the years he’s been away is his daughter. When Kai encourages Colby to come home, both men get sucker punched with feelings they’ve convinced themselves they can’t have. With a little help from their tight circle of friends and family, heads are removed from backsides and the two men grasp onto their very own love of a lifetime. Just when the couple is settling in to celebrate their first Christmas together with their infant daughter, the past comes knocking. Together, Kai and Colby know they can take on anything, but they aren’t going to turn down a little luck and a touch of Christmas magic to get them through the storm.

I loved this story of the two best friends who had loved each other in secret for years and the sweet girl who made them into a family. Their neighbours/friends were really supportive and not above a little push in the right direction. Lots of emotions and feelings for them both to navigate. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Complete Me by Beck Grey 4 of 5 stars

Complete Me by Beck Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It takes a near-death experience for Bjorn to reprioritise his life. He needs to stop meddling in his siblings’ lives and focus on himself. Then Kaino Nieminen and Xander Neilsen walk out of his past and into his hospital room, and maybe, just maybe, the universe is finally cutting him a break. Xander lives to fill eager students’ minds with the wonder that is Dickens and Austen, to debate the merits of Shelley, and dive into the scandalous roots of the Bronte sisters’ novels. Woe betide the graduate student who doesn’t find English Literature fascinating. When Bjorn Osouf plays hero and almost gets himself killed, he takes it as his sign to reconnect. As expected, there’s still a spark between us. What he doesn't anticipate is the imminently fascinating Kaino Nieminen, or his inconvenient attraction to them. Making personal connections is a challenge. He's no introvert, but he needs time to really get to know someone, to trust them, before they’re a friend. As a non-binary, touch-averse, demisexual, it takes even longer for anything romantic to develop, and most people aren’t that patient.Only one person has cared to try. And when he almost dies, it’s the shove needed to reconnect. He finds himself in Bjorn Osouf’s hospital room, and the instant reconnection has him eager to give things one more try. Then Xander Neilsen walks in and throws a wrench into his plan.

I enjoyed this story as the three men had friendship then a relationship followed by love. I loved the care taken to describe Kaino and their limitations. I liked the focus on consent and safewords to ensure safety. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MMX story with mature content.

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Review: Beauty and the Boutique by Kota Quinn 3 of 5 stars

Beauty and the Boutique by Kota Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

What happens when a famous rock star rescues you from an embarrassing encounter with your nemesis, who also happens to be dating your ex? You kiss him, of course. When Olly Black walks into his small-town and takes a fast pass to his heart, all Ezra can do is go along with this wild ride. But there's more to Olly than meets the eye. Sure, he's gorgeous and talented, and seems a little grumpy at first, but the more he gets to know him, the more Ezra sees that he's a genuinely sweet guy. Olly is still dealing with the aftermath of his stalker. When one of his panic attacks is photographed for the world to see, he realised that it's time to get help. When his aunt invites him to her small home in Foggy Basin, California, it's the perfect place to hide out.

This was a sweet story as Ezra helped Olly with his PTSD and he was helped with getting his fashion designs out there. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Doc by Abrianna Denae 5 of 5 stars

Doc by Abrianna Denae
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Doc Wescott’s life hasn't always been easy or smooth sailing, but as the Amato Family Head Doctor, he’s made a name for himself in both the medical community and the underground crime world. His close relationship with the Amato Boss, has given him liberties most people don’t have, and it’s allowed him to build a home and family he wouldn’t otherwise have. When tragedy hits the Family, Doc is the first on scene, using all his skills and contacts as a doctor to do what he does best - save the lives of those who’ve given him a place to belong. Extenuating circumstances means one of Doc’s assistants is needed elsewhere, and additional help comes in the form of the last person he ever expected, but might have always needed. Soren Petrov Knightly always knew the Bratva wasn’t for him. Too pretty for his own good, he’s the antithesis to everything the Bratva believes in. When his uncle negotiates an opportunity for him to join the Amato Family, he doesn’t hesitate to take it. A chance to make his own way, without having to censor himself for the comfort of others, is everything he’s always wanted. Before they can settle into their life together, the Bratva reminds Soren that no one escapes easily - not even the Pakhan’s nephew. Doc and Soren will need to fight against the Organisation’s prejudice and old-school ideals if they ever hope to have forever together, or die trying.

I loved this story with the complex men and the complex organisations surrounding them. I loved the attempts to separate physical intimacy and feelings or love. There were a lot of complex emotions and feelings that were quite addictive. I loved being back with the Amato family. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MMM story with mature content.

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Review: Yuletide Daddy by A.W. Scott 4 of 5 stars

Yuletide Daddy by A.W. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Micah has been too busy building his business to think of much else. It isn't until his brother practically begs him to come to one of his football games that he realises maybe there’s more to life than working all day. At the game, he finds himself distracted by the tall, handsome player with a focus unlike anything he’s ever seen. Hatching a plan to get closer to his brother’s teammate, Micah hopes to sweep the sweet, shy man off his feet by any means necessary. Jett doesn't like much outside of football and trains. And honestly, the first is just convenient since he’s good at it. He’d rather spend all day lost in the worlds of his imagination, playing with the collection he’s built up through the years. When he gets roped into a Secret Santa exchange by his teammates, he never expects to find himself at the centre of someone’s undivided attention.

This was a sweet story as football player Finn found the Daddy of his dreams when he was swept away on his dream railway journey. I loved that this story was set in Bellport and featured some friends from the author's other books. Easy to read and understand this book will make you smile. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Tempest by Kiki Clark 4 of 5 stars

Tempest by Kiki Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Cash’s loyalty to his pack is unwavering. He’d sacrifice anything to protect his packmates. Do anything to keep them safe. Put their needs above his own always. It is the life he was born for, and the one he’s worked years to achieve. As an Enforcer, he swore an oath to his alpha: pack before self. Not once has he regretted his choices. Until an injured eagle shifter lands in his lap, and his protective instincts get torn in two. He knows he can’t risk the safety of his pack - no matter what his panther demands. Once the little bird is all healed up, Cash will have to send him on his way. For the good of his pack. But dark, frightened eyes and a sweet smile call to his cat in a hungry, possessive way and challenge everything he’s ever thought he knew. For the first time in his life, he might just have to put himself first.

I enjoyed this story set in the same world as the Kincaid Pack. I loved golden eagle shifter Ore who was so much fun. Cash went a bit far with the pack first before talking to his Alpha as fated mates deserved more respect from him. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Omega Captive of the Mean Old Dragon by Wendy Rathbone 4 of 5 stars

Omega Captive of the Mean Old Dragon by Wendy Rathbone

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Akai is a set-omega, which means he has no inner beast and cannot shift. Considered worthless by his wolf pack, and with no individual rights, he is sold into slavery along with other set-omegas as they come of age. He is purchased in a flurry of paperwork by Danon, a man with a white beard so thick and bristly, he looks like some sort of old craggy beast. But things aren’t as they seem. Despite his fears, Akai is strangely drawn to Danon, who is standoffish but still polite, and in only a few days he finds himself entering his first heat.

I enjoyed this story with feisty Akai and Danon who was not as miserable and mean as he appeared. There were a lot of emotions in this story as they sorted everything out. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and MPREG.

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