Review: Vetted for Vengeance by Charlotte Brice 4 of 5 stars

Vetted for Vengeance: A Dark MM Celebrity Romance by Charlotte Brice
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rhys is a beloved veterinarian with a public image built on compassion, but when legal avenues fail to stop animal cruelty, he secretly takes justice into his own hands. Noah, stuck working at a grim puppy farm, helps a masked intruder free the dogs — only to discover it’s Rhys and to witness far more than he intended. Their connection quickly turns intense and dangerous, forcing Noah to decide how much of Rhys’s darkness he can accept, and whether loving him means living with blood on his hands.

I loved how naturally Noah fit into Rhys’s life, especially with his gentle focus on the health and wellbeing of the dogs rescued from the puppy farm. That shared compassion became the heart of their connection. Rhys showed his affection in the only ways he truly knew how — by caring for Noah and for the animals Noah cared about — and it made their relationship feel both tender and a little obsessive in the best way. Rhys is a strange, intense man with his OCD routines and his lethal determination to stop animal cruelty, but Noah softens him in ways no one else ever has. Their bond grows out of that mix of darkness and devotion, and it was delightful to watch unfold. The story was full of emotions and feelings from start to finish, and the balance between danger, affection, and moral complexity made it a gripping, satisfying read. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Espresso Shot by M.J. Booth 3 of 5 stars

The Espresso Shot by M.J. Booth
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Tyler has finally been diagnosed but isn’t sure what it means for his future. Starting college in a field his parents don’t value, he just hopes someone will see more in him than his illness. Brandt, a nurse who frequents Tyler’s coffee shop, notices the signs he tries to hide — and soon discovers Tyler is also a Little. As Brandt learns about that world, he realises caring for Tyler feels natural, but Tyler doubts he could ever be a Daddy. They need to figure out whether there’s a dynamic that works for them both, and Brandt hopes Tyler will let him in enough to see he’s more than “the sick kid.”

This story really highlighted how much care Tyler had been missing for most of his life, and how perfectly the Daddy dynamic fit what he needed — not just emotionally, but in helping him manage his health and day‑to‑day life. Brandt was exactly the right man for him: gentle, patient, and never once making Tyler feel ashamed about his finances, his living situation, or the things he struggled with. That respect made their connection feel genuinely healing. I also loved that Brandt wasn’t wealthy or larger‑than‑life; being a nurse made everything feel more grounded and real. The support from the other Daddies added warmth and reassurance, giving Brandt the guidance he needed while Tyler found his footing. The whole book was full of emotions and tender moments, and their growing bond felt honest and deeply earned. A heartfelt, comforting read. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Hayden by Dale Mayer 5 of 5 stars

Hayden by Dale Mayer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hayden returns to New York to track down Arlene Cuddy, whose escape reveals her involvement in a much larger global trafficking and blackmail network. When journalist Andrea Galanis becomes a target of the same organization, she turns to Hayden — an old friend and former Navy SEAL — for protection. Together, they uncover a web of corruption tied to elite universities and powerful families, forcing Andrea to confront her past while they fight to save the victims and stay alive long enough to imagine a future together.

This story is packed with danger and tension from the moment Andrea is pulled into a global web of kidnapping, trafficking, and political corruption. The stakes around her are constant and genuinely dramatic, and that sense of threat makes every choice feel razor‑sharp. What I loved most, though, was the simmering passion between Andrea and Hayden — always there beneath the chaos, waiting for a moment when survival wasn’t the only priority. Their dynamic is fantastic: Andrea fierce, stubborn, and determined; Hayden steady, protective, and quietly confident. Together they balance each other perfectly, and their connection feels both inevitable and deeply earned. The emotions throughout are easy to feel and understand, from fear and frustration to longing and hope. A gripping, dramatic read with a relationship that shines even in the darkest moments.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

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Review: Portrait of a Killer by K.A Merikan 3 of 5 stars

Portrait of a Killer by K.A. Merikan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Victor has spent years hating the reclusive artist Sevastyan, convinced the man is a fraud whose self‑portraits are too beautiful to be real. After one exhibition destroys Victor’s career, his anger festers into obsession, filling his sketchbooks with violent fantasies. Determined to expose Sevastyan, Victor breaks into his home — only to discover the artist is nothing like he expected. Sevastyan is powerful, amused, and fully aware of Victor’s fixation. Instead of being the hunter, Victor becomes the one trapped, as Sevastyan claims him as a captive muse and makes it clear that Victor will not be leaving.

This is a very dark romance with several uncomfortable themes, so it’s definitely one to approach with care. The story centres on a twisted, shifting obsession — first Victor’s fixation on Sevastyan, and then the far more intense, consuming obsession Sevastyan develops for Victor. Their dynamic is unsettling, messy, and often disturbing, and some of the behaviours and language push into depraved territory. Despite that, I found myself invested. The tension between them, the psychological push‑and‑pull, and the way their obsession reshapes itself kept me turning the pages. It’s a well‑written story that leans fully into its darkness, and while it won’t be for everyone, it delivers exactly the kind of intense, chaotic emotion it promises. This was an MM story with mature content.

** Please note the trigger warnings and be kind to yourself **

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Review: His Impossible Elf Mate by Jax Stuart 4 of 5 stars

His Impossible Elf Mate by Jax Stuart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tearlach, an elf searching for answers about the beta sickness and the elven fertility crisis, unexpectedly finds Axel — a man who feels like part of his soul. Axel is slowly recovering from the sickness, and Tearlach’s presence brings him comfort, but new revelations shake Axel’s long‑held dreams. As hidden truths emerge and the stakes rise for both elves and shifters, the two must decide whether their love is worth the sacrifices they may have to make to stay together.

This story had such an undeniable connection between Tearlach and Axel, even as they each battled their own struggles. Their bond felt powerful from the start, and I loved how their families stood firmly behind them both — that support made every challenge feel a little less overwhelming. And with the favour of the goddess on their side, it was hard not to believe they were meant to succeed. The raw emotions running through the book were beautifully written, and the growing strength between elves and shifters added a richness to the worldbuilding. I really enjoyed this instalment and the way love, loyalty, and hope wove through every part of their journey. This was an MM story with mature content and set in the omegaverse with MPREG.

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Review: The Perfect Blend by MJ Booth 3 of 5 stars

The Perfect Blend by M.J. Booth
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Orion has been on his own since seventeen, exhausted but determined to stay independent. His new job at the coffee shop gives him just enough stability to keep going. Garrett, a Daddy nearing forty and longing for real connection, recognises Orion as the man he went home with weeks earlier and is instantly drawn to him. Orion’s walls are high, but Garrett is patient — and his frequent visits to Shade Grown Coffee make it clear he’s hoping Orion will eventually let him in.

This was such a sweet, gentle story, and Garrett was absolutely perfect for Orion. I loved how supportive and careful he was with him — never pushing, never judging, and especially never making Orion feel embarrassed about his finances or living situation. That level of respect made their relationship feel safe and genuinely nurturing. They settled into their dynamic as naturally as they settled into their kink, with clear communication and a softness that made their connection easy to root for. The whole book was simple to read and understand, with a warm tone that let the emotions shine through. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Under His Rule by Davidson King 5 of 5 stars

Under His Rule by Davidson King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Prince Julian Davaros is adored as the heir to the Lamdera Islands, but secretly he’s a serial killer known only to his family and bodyguard. When Wynn Carter visits the islands for his thirtieth birthday, he unexpectedly catches Julian’s interest — not as a victim, but as someone Julian wants to claim. Wynn is swept into a glamorous, intoxicating romance, unaware of the darkness beneath it. But when someone targets him to expose Julian’s secrets, the prince’s violent nature erupts. As their lives spiral into chaos, Wynn learns the truth, and Julian must choose between giving everything up… or eliminating the man he’s become obsessed with.

This was a wonderfully dark and compelling story, built around Julian’s obsessive fixation on Wynn — an obsession so intense he even altered the itinerary of a royal tour just to stay close to him. Their connection was unsettling at times but also strangely intimate, especially in the way they helped steady each other. I loved how Julian could calm Wynn’s ADHD‑scattered mind, helping him feel focused instead of clumsy, while Wynn grounded Julian enough to quiet his violent urges or at least limit the damage. The writing made their thoughts and emotions incredibly easy to feel, pulling me right into their twisted, magnetic dynamic. The supporting cast was fantastic too, adding humour, tension, and depth, and I’d love to know more about the rest of the royal family. A dark, addictive read with a pair of characters who shouldn’t work together but absolutely do. This was an MM story with mature content.

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