Review: Champagne Charade by Leighton Greene 4 of 5 stars

Champagne Charade by Leighton Greene
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tyler never told his best friend about his breakup, and with the New Year’s Eve wedding approaching, his ex is still on the guest list. When he unexpectedly runs into his friend, panic takes over and a lie slips out — helped along by Damon, his casual hookup, who jokingly offered to pose as the ex. What’s meant to be a one‑night fake relationship quickly becomes complicated as Tyler starts falling for Damon’s warmth and all the pretend affection that feels a little too real. With the wedding — and the end of their charade — looming, Tyler has to face the possibility that what started as an act might be something more.

I loved this novella that shines because of the quiet, powerful connection between Tyler and Damon. Even before the fake‑dating scheme begins, there’s an ease and trust between them that makes the whole charade feel surprisingly natural — almost like they were already halfway to something real without admitting it. What really pulls you in is how much they hide from each other while pretending to be a couple. All the staged affection, the whispered asides, the lingering touches… they’re meant to be for show, yet every moment is charged with the feelings neither man is ready to confess. That tension — trust on the surface, longing underneath — gives the story its emotional punch. A warm, sexy, and heartfelt fake‑relationship romance where the act only works because the connection was real all along. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like D/s dynamic.

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Review: Whisper by Garrett Leigh 4 of 5 stars

Whisper by Garrett Leigh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Harry, a stressed physiotherapist, escapes to a remote Cornish farm to work on his book. Joe, the grumpy horse farmer hosting him, is struggling to keep his rescue farm afloat. Forced to share space, the two opposites slowly grow closer, and when an accident puts Joe in Harry’s care, their connection deepens into something neither expected — if the farm’s troubles don’t pull them apart.

I loved this story which was a beautifully soft, slow‑burn romance where opposites don’t just attract — they fit together in a way that feels completely right. Harry and Joe couldn’t be more different on the surface: one is a calm, gentle physiotherapist from the city, the other a grumpy, overworked Cornish horse farmer. Yet every moment they share proves how perfectly they balance each other. One of the loveliest parts of the story is how Harry doesn’t just fall for Joe — he becomes part of Whisper Farm itself. The animals, the land, and Joe’s found‑family circle all quietly adopt him, giving him a place to belong just as much as he gives Joe someone to lean on. A tender, heartfelt read about unexpected connection, healing, and finding home in a person — and a farm — you never saw coming. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Tropes and Tenderness by M.A. Innes 3 of 5 stars

Tropes and Tenderness by M.A. Innes
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Klynn, a serious dragon shifter, is stunned to realize his fated mate is a human — the equally stern and private Agent Murphy. Murphy, used to chaotic aliens, is drawn to Klynn’s calm intensity. Both feel the pull between them but struggle to understand how to bridge their very different worlds. As they slowly figure each other out, their unlikely connection becomes a story neither expected but both want to write together.

I enjoyed this story where Klynn and Agent Murphy were such a wonderfully matched pair — two stern, serious men who fit together far better than either expects. Their dynamic is charming in its own understated way, and when they click, they really click. It’s clear they’re perfect for each other, right down to their shared dislike of “diner nonsense.” That said, there were moments where the story seemed to drift a little, and I occasionally found myself unsure of what the characters were trying to communicate or where the scene was heading. It didn’t take away from the sweetness of their connection, but it did leave me a bit confused at times. Overall, a quirky, heartfelt romance between two men who balance each other beautifully — even if the path gets a little muddled along the way. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Haunted Hearts by Leighton Greene 4 of 5 stars

Haunted Hearts by Leighton Greene
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Oliver gives things a second try with Lord Arden after their first weekend together goes badly, only to find himself increasingly drawn to the man beneath the icy, demanding exterior. As their dynamic softens into something deeper, Oliver senses Arden’s loneliness and the ghosts he refuses to share. With Arden set to return to England after the Halloween masquerade, Oliver must figure out whether he can reach the guarded man he’s falling for — or if Arden is already preparing to disappear from his life.

I loved this story where Lord Arden was the kind of character who steals the spotlight the moment he appears — all sharp edges, exacting standards, and a perfectly controlled exterior that dares anyone to get too close. Watching Oliver navigate that intensity is both thrilling and nerve‑wracking, because Arden’s emotional distance has the very real potential to break his heart. What makes the story so compelling is the tension between Arden’s rigid self‑containment and Oliver’s growing feelings. Every small crack in Arden’s armour feels monumental, and every moment of softness hints at the possibility that he might actually fall just as hard. The question of whether he’ll let himself do it keeps the pages turning. A deliciously prickly, emotionally charged romance where vulnerability is the ultimate risk — and the ultimate reward. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like D/s dynamic.

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Review: Miles's Pact by Stella Rainbow 4 of 5 stars

Miles's Pact by Stella Rainbow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Miles never expected his fated mate to be a duck shifter who refused to take human form, but that’s exactly who Mateo brings home from the shelter. Determined and gentle, Miles sets out to earn Duckie’s trust, supported by his twin and their close‑knit clan. Duckie, wary after years of isolation and convinced shifting is too dangerous, slowly begins to feel safe in Mistvale — especially with Miles’ patience, Mateo’s warmth, and the town’s protective magic. As trust grows, so does the possibility of finally belonging. A soft, low‑angst paranormal romance about found family, quiet devotion, and two shifters learning to feel safe in each other’s care.

I loved this story which was an absolute gem of gentle magic, found family, and beautifully unconventional love. Miles and Duckie shared the kind of fated‑mate bond that feels soft, inevitable, and deeply comforting — a connection built on patience, safety, and the slow unfurling of trust. Their relationship is tender in a way that makes every small step forward feel meaningful. What truly sets the book apart, though, is the dynamic between all three men. Mateo, who is aroace, isn’t a romantic or sexual partner, yet his bond with Duckie is just as important and just as valid. The story treats their connection with such respect, showing how mateship can take different shapes and still be profoundly intimate. The three of them form a unit that feels warm, supportive, and wonderfully unique. A cosy, low‑angst paranormal romance that celebrates love in all its forms — romantic, platonic, fated, and chosen. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Forecast Looks Like Reindeer by Wendy Rathbone 3 of 5 stars

The Forecast Looks Like Reindeer: Double-Booked for the Holidays by Wendy Rathbone
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Aspen, a reindeer‑shifter omega escaping his family’s holiday pressure — and preparing for an upcoming heat — books a quiet Christmas getaway at a luxury winter resort. Dale, a human alpha craving solitude after a stressful year, books the same place for his annual peaceful retreat. When the resort accidentally overbooks, the two strangers are forced to share a room. Neither wants to give up their hard‑earned vacation, and what begins as an inconvenient mix‑up quickly becomes a cozy, snow‑dusted setup for unexpected connection.

This was an utterly charming, snow‑dusted romance built on an instant connection and unexpected companionship. Aspen and Dale may have been thrown together by a booking mistake, but the way they adapted — with warmth, patience, and a surprising amount of chemistry — made their story irresistible. What began as an inconvenience quickly turned into something tender as they navigated shared space, shared comforts, and the growing awareness that they actually fit together beautifully. Both men made the best of their situation, turning a disrupted holiday into a cosy, intimate escape neither of them knew they needed. This was an MM story with mature content set in the omegaverse with MPREG.

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Review: Star Spanked by Leighton Greene 4 of 5 stars

Star Spanked by Leighton Greene
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sebastian, a British celebrity chef hiding from the tabloids in L.A., has a scorching anonymous encounter at an adults‑only club. Ezra, a model craving more than superficial attention, is captivated by the older stranger — and stunned when he later discovers his mystery man is his new boss. Their chemistry reignites instantly, but between the age gap, workplace complications, and disapproving voices around them, keeping their connection alive won’t be easy.

I loved that this romance fizzled from the very first moment Sebastian and Ezra crossed paths. Their attraction is instant, magnetic, and only grows stronger as they’re pulled back into each other’s orbit. What makes their connection so compelling is how effortlessly it rises above the gossip, judgment, and outside negativity trying to pull them apart. No matter what’s thrown at them, the spark between them refuses to dim. There’s also a beautiful thread of trust woven through their relationship. As they explore a BDSM-like D/s dynamic together, it never feels performative or forced — it’s grounded in genuine care, communication, and a deep desire to understand one another. That trust becomes the foundation that lets them grow grow together. A warm, spicy, and surprisingly tender MM story with mature content about chemistry that can’t be denied and love that thrives even under pressure.

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