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Review: Allegiant by Cora Rose by Lark Taylor 5 of 5 stars

Allegiant by Cora Rose  by  Lark Taylor My rating: 5 of 5 stars Rowan is haunted by the death of...

Wednesday, 14 October 2026

Review: The Doctor's Heart by Andrew Grey 4 of 5 stars

The Doctor's Heart









The Doctor's Heart by Andrew Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rosco, an overworked ER doctor and devoted single father, barely has time for a personal life — until months of quiet flirting with Miguel, an EMT, finally turn into something real. When Miguel is injured on the job, Rosco’s care brings them even closer. As they begin exploring their long‑simmering attraction, the head of medicine pushes back against their relationship, forcing both men to decide what matters more: their jobs, their stability, or the happiness they’ve found in each other.

A great romance full of warmth and tension as Rosco and Miguel flirt their way through long hospital shifts, only to finally collide outside of work — Rosco with his daughter Posey, and Miguel with his niece and nephew. Their connection feels natural and sweet, but everything changes when the medical director launches a homophobic campaign against them, forcing both men to navigate their relationship with extra care. I loved how mindful they were of Posey and her feelings, never letting their romance overshadow her stability. The emotional beats throughout were clear, heartfelt, and easy to connect with, and their caution at work only made their bond feel more genuine. A tender, passionate story that balances family, fear, and love beautifully. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Fire and Sand by Andrew Grey 4 of 5 stars

Fire and Sand









Fire and Sand by Andrew Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Quinton, a single dad with a criminal past, is pulled over by State Trooper Wyatt — who ends up helping reunite him with his infant son instead of arresting him. Their connection grows as Wyatt supports Quinton through the challenges of temporary custody and a hostile ex, but when Wyatt’s duties as a cop clash with Quinton’s fight for permanent custody, their fragile hope for a future together is put at risk.

A lovely, emotional story with baby Callum firmly at its heart. I really enjoyed how Quinton’s fight to protect and keep his son intertwined so naturally with Wyatt’s work in law enforcement, giving their romance both sweetness and grit. The wider police family stepping in to help added warmth and depth, showing how much support surrounded them. This is a gentle romance wrapped inside a tougher story about drugs, child neglect, and the determination to build a safe future. The emotions throughout were clearly written, easy to feel, and made the journey with Quinton, Wyatt, and Callum incredibly engaging. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Tuesday, 13 October 2026

Review: Don't Get Too Close by Alex Blaine 3 of 5 stars

Don't Get Too Close









Don't Get Too Close by Alex Blaine
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ted has survived by keeping everyone at arm’s length, living alone in a rundown trailer where no one can get close enough to hurt him. But Kacen — kind, steady, and unexpectedly drawn to him — doesn’t follow Ted’s rules. Their connection grows despite Ted’s mistrust, pushing him to confront the possibility that wanting someone, and trusting them, might finally be worth the risk.

This short story was heartbreaking in the best way, showing how deeply Ted had been damaged by past abuse — hiding in his trailer with the curtains shut, keeping the world at arm’s length even though he still managed to hold down a job and pay his bills. I loved that Kacen quickly understood Ted’s fear of closeness and gently worked around it, always keeping him safe rather than pushing too hard. I did feel the story would have been even stronger with a clearer sense of how their relationship began and developed, as that part felt a little rushed and could have been explored more. But overall it was easy to read and understand, with emotions that were simple to feel right along with Ted. This was an MM story with mature content with male lactation.

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Review: Fire and Diamond by Andrew Grey 4 of 5 stars

Fire and Diamond










Fire and Diamond by Andrew Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Deputy Nick takes in ten‑year‑old Ethan as an emergency foster placement, only to discover Ethan’s older half brother is Alexander — the cocky college kid he clashed with at a bar. As Nick and Alexander spend time together for Ethan’s sake, they realize they misjudged each other. A genuine connection grows between them, but with Alexander’s abusive stepfather causing trouble and Ethan’s stability on the line, building a future together won’t be easy.

This was a deeply emotional story as Nick did everything he could to protect and care for Ethan while also making space for Alexander, knowing the brothers needed each other. Ethan’s struggle to understand that he wasn’t “bad,” and that the abuse he endured from his father was wrong, was heartbreaking, and the story handled his confusion and fear with real compassion. I loved how mindful Nick and Alexander were of Ethan even as their own relationship began to grow — always putting his stability first. Nick’s gentle approach, giving Ethan choices so he could regain a sense of control, was beautifully written. His patience in teaching Ethan about his diabetes, and showing him they could still do things together, added so much warmth to the story. The emotions throughout were powerful, easy to feel, and easy to understand. A tender, heartfelt read about building safety, family, and love in the middle of chaos. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Monday, 12 October 2026

Review: In at the Deep End by K.C. Wells 4 of 5 stars

In at the Deep End









In at the Deep End by K.C. Wells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Owen, determined never to love again, finds his resolve shaken when Matt — his old friend’s son — takes a summer job caring for his pool and garden. What starts as curiosity and blurred boundaries turns into a slow, simmering connection neither man can ignore. One summer becomes a journey of desire, trust, and unexpected feelings, pushing them to admit that casual isn’t enough and that what they’re building might be worth claiming forever.

This was a lovely, slow‑burn romantic story, even if Owen and Matt had to cope with outside interference that fed straight into Owen’s fears. I really enjoyed that Matt’s gardening expertise balanced their age gap and gave them the perfect reason to spend long stretches of time together. Owen offering Matt a quiet space to finish his master’s dissertation was another gentle touch that made their growing closeness feel natural and earned. I especially loved how Owen created a safe, open environment for Matt to talk about his sexuality and learn about safe practices, while Matt focused on how things worked emotionally in a romantic relationship. The result was a thoughtful, tender connection between two men figuring out what they wanted and how to trust it. The story was full of emotions and feelings that were easy to understand and easy to feel right along with them — a warm, heartfelt read. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Fire and Onyx by Andrew Grey 4 of 5 stars

Fire and Onyx









Fire and Onyx by Andrew Grey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Evan, an undercover deputy, pulls Wes into his investigation, and a shootout leaves Wes homeless. Evan takes him in, and living together quickly turns into something tender and full of possibility. But when Wes’s troubled brother, and his ties to a dangerous gang, crash back into their lives, everything they’ve begun to build as a family is suddenly at risk.

This story is packed with tension as Evan fights to get close to the drug gangs threatening his community while also protecting Wes and young Grayson. I loved the tender way Evan treated them both — how Wes and his son instantly became part of his world, and how the wider police family embraced them too. The emotions throughout were beautifully written, easy to feel and easy to understand, and even with a small child in the mix there was still plenty of passion and connection between Evan and Wes. A gripping, heartfelt read with a well‑earned happy ending. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Sunday, 11 October 2026

Review: A Sugary Life by Charity Parkerson 4 of 5 stars

A Sugary Life









A Sugary Life by Charity Parkerson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Phoenix and Shay were rescued as children and raised together, forming a bond that was always deeper than friendship. Phoenix knew he loved Shay, but Shay denied his feelings until it drove Phoenix away. When Phoenix’s new job unexpectedly brings him back into Shay’s life, they’re forced to face the truth: the love between them never went away.

A beautifully heartfelt novella about two men whose shared history and deep friendship make it impossible to imagine them ever living separate lives. I loved how their connection felt woven through every moment — solid, inevitable, and tender in a way that made their happily‑ever‑after feel completely earned. Their kindness toward others who had just been rescued added an extra layer of warmth to the story, showing how much compassion they carried despite everything they’d survived. The big emotions throughout were wonderfully written — easy to feel, easy to understand, and impossible not to root for. A short, emotional, deeply satisfying read about love that was always meant to last. This was an MM story with mature content.

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