Review: Maneater by M.M. Wilde 3 of 5 stars

Maneater by M.M. Wilde
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Darien escapes LA for a quiet herbalist life in the Ozarks, only to discover the local monster legends are real when Rex reveals himself as an Ozark Howler to save him. Their unexpected bond grows, and Rex begins to wonder if a human might actually be his forever match.

I enjoyed this story and the undeniable connection between Darien and Rex, even if their interactions sometimes felt a bit disjointed and stilted. Darien’s fixation on what he thought he saw, and the way he immediately broke his promise not to tell anyone, didn’t always endear him to me, and his unusually easy access to the solstice celebration felt off compared to how other humans were treated in the series. Still, the mix of magic, monster lore, and the slow‑building bond between the two men made the story enjoyable overall. There were emotions and feelings threaded throughout, even if both characters struggled with them at times. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Marriage Blunder by Aja Foxx 4 of 5 stars

The Marriage Blunder by Aja Foxx
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jude goes to Vegas for his sister Carolyn’s bachelorette party and ends up accidentally married to her fiancé, Kenneth. Carolyn’s fury is inevitable, but Jude and Kenneth quickly realise their impulsive night sparked a real connection worth fighting for. Now they must face the fallout, navigate family drama, and decide whether their unexpected marriage can become something lasting.

I really enjoyed this story, especially the undeniable connection between Jude and Kenneth that kept shining through even in the middle of absolute chaos. Jude’s sister’s explosive reaction didn’t just create drama as it uncovered something far more serious and long‑running tied to Kenneth’s business, pulling the story into mystery territory in a way I loved. Watching the two of them, along with the rest of the frat brothers from earlier books, worked together and use their talent with numbers to save everything added a fun, clever layer to the plot. At times the story dipped into farce, and I did occasionally wonder why certain things happened, but it didn’t stop me enjoying the ride. There were plenty of emotions and feelings throughout, even if both men struggled with them at times, and their relationship had a charm that made me want to smile, laugh, and occasionally shake my head at the chaos swirling around them. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Hacker Lawry by Sam E. Kraemer 5 of 5 stars

Hacker Lawry by Sam E. Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lawry’s life collapses after a devastating text and a career‑ending meeting, leaving him heartbroken, unemployed, homeless, and spiralling. His brother sends Gabriele Torrente to drag him to New York and help him stabilise. A tension‑relieving hookup at a family event introduces Lawry to Maxim Partee — sharp, confident, and unwilling to tolerate Lawry’s self‑destruction. Max sees a man crushed by recent events and, despite every reason to walk away, chooses to stay, offering friendship when Lawry needs it most.

This was a fantastic blend of two mysteries, one deeply personal to Lawry, and another tied to a case from his work. The danger and drama were constant, and every new reveal pulled me in further. At the centre of it all was the powerful, tender connection between Lawry and Maxim, whose relationship carried the emotional weight of the story. I loved watching Lawry work through the grief and fallout of his lover’s suicide, and how Maxim’s presence, sharp, caring, and impossible to ignore, helped him slowly rebuild. The mix of family, both blood and found, added warmth and grounding to the chaos around them. This story made me cry, laugh, and smile, often in the same chapter. A gripping, emotional read with danger, heart, and a beautifully written love story at its core. This was an MM story with mature content.

** Please read the trigger warnings and be kind to yourself.

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Review: Bales and Brawn by Jem Wendel 4 of 5 stars

Bales and Brawn by Jem Wendel
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Devin arrives in a small town and immediately clashes with Zane, only to end up working with him and discovering a mutual attraction neither expected. Their grumpy/sunshine dynamic, double bi‑awakening, demi‑sexual rep, and forced‑proximity moments, including only one bed, turn a slow burn into something undeniable.

This was an enjoyable, easy‑to‑sink‑into story, especially with how Zane’s unfriendly, prickly attitude toward Devin contrasted so sharply with the warm welcome from Zane’s younger brother, Nova. Watching Devin start work at the family feed store made for plenty of awkward, uncomfortable moments, and the tension between him and Zane was always right there under the surface. Their forced proximity on the remote part of the farm — especially having to stay in the shack and share the same bed — gave them the space to confront the emotions and feelings they’d both been avoiding. The story balances those quieter, tender beats with the rough edges of their dynamic, making it easy to read, feel, and understand throughout. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Cowboy Shep by Sam E. Kraemer 5 of 5 stars

Cowboy Shep by Sam E. Kraemer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shepard suspects the death of his mentor Saber wasn’t a simple accident, so he travels to Georgia to support Parker Howzer, Saber’s newly orphaned son. Parker is grieving and suddenly in danger from people searching for something his parents left behind. Shepard arrives determined to protect him, and as the threat grows, so does the unexpected bond forming between them.

I loved this story and its gripping mix of murder mystery, conspiracy, and danger at every turn, all anchored by the undeniable connection between Shepard and Parker. Their bond sits right at the heart of the book, giving every twist and threat an emotional weight that pulled me in completely. The plot felt like a rollercoaster, moving from discovery to discovery and from threat to danger, all woven together with tender, intimate moments between the two men. I was absolutely addicted, reading faster and faster just to see what would happen next. The story was packed with emotions and feelings, all easy to read, feel, and understand, making the journey both thrilling and heartfelt. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Fibre and Ink by Jamie Sands 4 of 5 stars

Fibre and Ink by Jamie Sands
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Aster returns to Foggy Basin to write, but ends up moving into his best friend’s family farm — where her brother Mickey still lives. Aster’s long‑time crush on him complicates things, especially as Mickey insists he’s done with romance. When a Gen‑AI data centre threatens the farm and nearby wilderness, Aster throws himself into the fight and pulls Mickey with him. Between alpaca chaos, board games, and rising feelings, the two men have to decide if love can really be denied.

I loved this story and the undeniable connection between Aster and Mickey, made even stronger by the way living in such close proximity finally gave them the space to explore what had always been simmering between them. Aster’s energy and enthusiasm were a joy — especially in the discovery of the data‑centre plot and the determined fight to stop it. One of my favourite parts was how sensitively they handled each other’s sexuality and identity. Aster being trans was treated with care and respect, and Mickey’s unwavering recognition of him as a man added a beautiful layer of trust to their growing relationship. The whole book was easy to read, feel, and understand, full of warmth, gentle humour, and the kind of emotional clarity that makes small‑town romances so satisfying. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Unrestrained by Charity Parkerson 4 of 5 stars

Unrestrained by Charity Parkerson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Stygian, a dark‑magic creation who needs another body to exist, sets his sights on Stellar, a star‑born fae prince bored with his long, uneventful life. Their clash brings Stellar more excitement than he’s had in ages. But Taurus, who secretly loves Stellar, sees Stygian stealing the prince’s attention — and the only way Taurus can have what he wants may cost someone else their life.

This was a really enjoyable story that whisked me straight into another world, where Stygian is trapped yet still able to feed on Stellar’s sexual energy from inside the same room as his prison. Watching him observe everything — especially the way Taurus and Stellar clearly care for each other long before they realise it themselves — added a lovely emotional thread to all the chaos. As always with this series, the familiar shenanigans, mischief, and unpredictable fae drama were front and centre, giving the story its trademark charm. The dynamic between the three characters was fun to follow, and Stygian’s presence stirred up exactly the kind of trouble you expect in this universe. A lively, magical instalment full of series‑style chaos and character interplay. This was an MM/MMM story with mature content.

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