Review: Kieran by Avery Tu by Kota Quinn 3 of 5 stars

Kieran by Avery Tu by Kota Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

As the CEO and founder of one of the world’s top makeup companies, Baton Blue Cosmetics, Kieran Kingsley has enough on his plate to worry about without having to take an arranged marriage into consideration. When he finds out his parents have plotted with another prominent family to get him hitched, he immediately seeks a way to call the whole thing off before word gets out. What he isn’t expecting is for Theodore Hudson to be so attractive. Theodore Hudson is a popular artist who’s spent years trying to build a life for himself separate from his family and their wealth. When his mother tells him he’s been matched with Kieran, he’s certain it’s part of a ploy to ruin his latest gallery showing and get him to return home. He has every intention of telling Kieran off when they meet, yet something about the other man makes it difficult to look away. The two of them soon realize the best way out of this is to pretend to give their families exactly what they want, with a predetermined timeline and an end goal in sight. They can both walk away from this with everything they need. But what happens when the thing they both start to need the most, is one another?

I enjoyed this story of the arranged marriage which brought the two men together in an unconventional way. I was glad that they both learnt more about each other and that gave them the time to appreciate the skills and knowledge of the other person. Lots of feelings and emotions in this story as they came to terms with their situation and understand each other. I loved Lucky who was such a feisty old lady. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Grindstone's Edge: The Road to Rocktoberfest 2024 by Gabbi Grey 3 of 5 stars

Grindstone's Edge: The Road to Rocktoberfest 2024 by Gabbi Grey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Last year, Axel's band, Grindstone, hit the stage at Rocktoberfest, their big break at last. But in the middle of that triumph, his love life crashed into disaster. He'd been in love with Hugo Threadgold for years, but he was once his high school music teacher, so he figured he was off-limits. Then, in Black Rock, he came clean about his feelings, but his heart cracked when Hugo turned and walked away. He's not giving up, though. He's ready to lose his straight-guy image for him, if only he can make him believe. Ten years ago, Axel and his best friend, Ed, were Hugo's most promising students. He taught them everything he could about music, and watched them struggle to become the musicians they are today. But boys become men, and last October in Nevada, Axel told him he'd developed romantic feelings for him. He was rattled. He'd never let himself look at him that way. Now that he's put the idea in his head, he can't get him out of his mind. The man he's become is someone strong and talented, determined and attractive. Someone he could fall for. But isn't it his duty to keep things professional and walk away from the man who tempts him as no one else ever has?

This was a good story of love between a music teacher and his former student. I did find Hugo's hesitancy a bit irritating at times and the ending was a little strange as I thought they wouldn't be safe to live there. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Coveted by Dale Mayer 4 of 5 stars

Coveted by Dale Mayer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kylie Oakwood is a new police sketch artist with an amazing talent but also a very secretive past. She’s desperate to make a good life for herself and to forget all about the tragedy in her life. Not that it’s easy being in the one field she should most likely avoid. Detective Porter Hanson takes note of the nightmares in the back of this young woman’s eyes, but it’s so easy to forget when he sees her artwork and how well she handles the witnesses. She’s a unique personality, and that rubs others in the department the wrong way. But, for him, something about her brings out his protective instincts. The trouble is, he cannot figure out why he is supposed to be protecting her or maybe that should be more about who, or better yet, what? Especially when weird things start happening around her.

I loved this story with Kylie struggling with her psychic powers, her family and her work. Porter did his best to help and support Kylie. There was a lot of angst, confusion and frustration in this story. Easy to read, feel and understand.

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Review: Bourbon and Burlesque by Raquel Riley 4 of 5 stars

Bourbon and Burlesque by Raquel Riley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love and affection had been missing from Kelley Michaelson's life since he came out to his parents as a teen. Burlesque gave some of that back to him. When he takes the stage, the audience admires him, the music loves him, but burlesque isn’t the passion of a lover, a soul-deep connection his heart yearns to share with another man. When his boss’s father plays his hero from a stalker, he knows his search is over. His vow to keep him safe feels like so much more than that. Smart, confident, loyal and generous, tough as nails - he can face anything, except when it comes to Kelley. If he runs, he has a plan to catch him. Graham Carrick never thought he'd give himself another chance to be a fool in love, but when Kelley strutted into his life on patent leather stilettos and turned it upside down, he didn’t really give him a choice. Nothing has been the same since, including his heart. I don’t want life to go back to the way it was before, even if it could, but it doesn’t matter. The twenty-eight years that separate us are too many to bridge the gap, no matter how Graham thinks he makes him feel.

I loved this story with the two men who were living in the same house as Graham went into protective mode for Kelley until his stalker was captured. Kelley had a beautiful soul and I was amazed that Graham resisted the pull towards him as long as he did. Be aware that Kelley has more changes of clothes than anyone else you know. Lots of emotions and feelings in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Deputy and His Enforcer by Kiki Clark 4 of 5 stars

The Deputy and His Enforcer by Kiki Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nothing is more important to Marcus Rivera than protecting his pack, so he doesn’t understand why he has the sudden urge to tell a nosy human deputy things he shouldn’t. Marcus follows the rules. Always. But something about Robson’s scent has him tempted to break them. The gorgeous red-head Deputy Robson Medina has been following has a secret. He just knows it, and he won’t stop looking until he finds out everything he can about the alluring man. Even if the idea of Marcus being a criminal seems less and less likely the more Robson learns. As the tension between them continues to grow, it stokes a fire inside Marcus he’s never felt before. One that’s driving him to trust his wolf’s instincts and release the stranglehold Marcus has always had on his control. But when Robson gets a painful glimpse of the magical world Marcus lives in, they have to decide how much they’re willing to risk to have it all.

I enjoyed this story as Marcus found his mate in Robson who was dogged in his search of the truth even if it was hard to believe. I loved their relationship and the way that it worked which was perfect for them. Lots of soul searching for them both in this story. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Protecting Mr. Fine by Lucy Lennox 5 of 5 stars

Protecting Mr. Fine by Lucy Lennox

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kids from backwoods Georgia don’t land scholarships to Yale, but Zane did, and striking it rich - like, billions of dollars rich - with his best friends after graduation should have used up his luck for a lifetime. But luck struck again when he followed his passion into music. His career exploded, and now he gets to travel the world, performing for thousands of raving fans every night. When you get this lucky, you don’t get to want more, and you definitely don’t get to complain about the little things. His family, his crew, and his label are counting on him and he refuses to let them down. He pretends he's fine, totally fine, Mr. freaking Fine even when someone starts targeting him with a strange series of threats. The only one who sees beneath the pretense is his gorgeous, strictly-professional bodyguard. Ryan keeps him safe and calm. He holds him when he's terrified. But even Ryan doesn’t see everything. He doesn’t know Zane wants him. That he craves him. The man who keeps him together has no idea how much he wants him to take him apart. And he'll never tell. Because there’s no way someone as strong and confident as Ryan could have feelings for someone as chaotic as him. Nobody’s that lucky - not even Mr. Fine.

I loved this story with pop star Zane and his bodyguard Ryan. Their relationship was lovely and while they tried to stay professional their feelings and emotions meant it became more familiar and closer. The threats to Zane were dramatic and the way that they worked it out was interesting. Their future looked great after Zane made some major life changes so that they could be together. Easy to read and feel it will pull your heartstrings. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Treat by Charity Parkerson 4 of 5 stars

Treat by Charity Parkerson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Someone has been stalking twins, Carver and Casper. While Casper has decided to hide behind his new protector, Carver plans to fight. After weeks of cryptic notes and weird gifts, Carver has had enough. He’s not one to live in fear. Plus, nothing about the situation has felt threatening to him. The entire stalking thing is more of an annoyance. While his twin has chosen to accept a friend’s help for protection, Carver has his own means of staying safe. He’s crazy. Not much trumps pure insanity. It doesn’t take long for him to make the predator his prey. But sometimes things aren’t what they seem, especially when it comes to matters of the heart, and what Carver expects to be a horror for Halloween might just be a treat in disguise.

I loved this dark story as we look at the stalking story from Carter's point of view. I loved that two psycho people work so well together. There was discussions about their thoughts and feelings as well as their childhood. I loved the way that the story ended. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: A Daddy in Paradise by Kota Quinn 3 of 5 stars

A Daddy in Paradise by Kota Quinn
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Noah loves his family but is tired of always living in their shadow. He’s worked hard to get where he’s at, first with his degree, and now with his new career if only he could apply the same effort to his love life. Noah just wants someone to see the real him, bonus points if that perfect someone is a daddy. Dylan feels frustrated by the direction his life has taken. His job is stressful, his friends and family have all moved away, and if he’s being honest, he wants to settle down with someone. When Dylan’s brother invites him on a cruise, the idea of a vacation in the tropics sounds like the perfect way to take a much-needed break to sort out his life. Only, the cruise is a little kinkier than he realized. And when Dylan sees Noah, his brother’s best friend being his Daddy in paradise is too tempting to resist.

This was an enjoyable story as Noah and Dylan connected on the cruise and spent a lot of time together as a Daddy and boy. They had a lot of conversations about their history, assumptions and feelings as they used the time on the cruise to connect. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like Daddy/boy dynamic.

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Review: Zayden's Temptation by Kota Quinn 4 of 5 stars

Zayden's Temptation by Kota Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

For years, Carter32 has been Zayden's rock. The person he can chat with when life gets tough. He doesn’t know what he looks like, yet somehow he knows him. Carter32 knows all his secrets. He knows everything there is to know about Zayden, except for one tiny little thing. Carter has no idea he's the lead guitarist of Arcade Lake. For years, ZeeShredz has been Carter's best friend. The person who will always have his back. He's not concerned about his physical appearance or actual name. He respects his decision to keep his identity hidden, and is okay with that. So, if that’s the truth, why does Carter run away the instant he learns that Zee is a gorgeous rock star?

This was a sweet story as the two men met in a series of coincidences before their final meeting. I loved that their relationship didn't involve Zee's celebrity and that they could have the kind of HEA that they both deserved. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Second and His Bonded by Kiki Clark 4 of 5 stars

The Second and His Bonded by Kiki Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After barely escaping his abusive family, wolf shifter Kieran McAllister struggles to find his place in the Kincaid Pack. Especially with the pushy but gorgeous second-in-command showing up every time Kieran turns around and making him want things he shouldn’t. The traumatised wolf who continuously refuses Bennett Young’s help has begun to haunt his dreams. But if there’s one thing he knows, it’s that tiger shifters don’t have mates. So why can’t Bennett get Kieran’s sad eyes out of his head? Despite their differences, Kieran and Bennett find something they never expected in each other. Just as their bond begins to grow though, Kieran's past threatens to destroy the very pack they both have been fighting to protect.

This was an enjoyable story with Kieran being so shy and feeling like a burden against Bennett who was confident and secure in his place and position. I loved that Kieran was brave in his own way and that Bennett was there to step in when required. Lots of emotions and feelings in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Resilient Raccoon by Lorelei M. Hart 3 of 5 stars

The Resilient Raccoon by Lorelei M. Hart

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

To all appearances, this raccoon had made it. His recycled art pieces are in one of the most prestigious galleries in the city.  Appearances lie. His pieces were bought as a favour to the owner of the gallery who used them to get him into both his bed and his penthouse just like he did with his younger and more optimistic replacement. It’s time for a change. Maybe trying that Male-Order app will bring him what the city never did. Happiness. Crios doesn't mind being alone. Not really. But when his closest friend, on his deathbed, made him promise not to continue to live his life this way, he agreed without hesitation.  He should at least try the Male-Order app that many of his friends have been raving about. Who knows? Maybe he can find my fated mate just like they did.

This was a sweet story although it was a little strange too because their relationship felt a little confusing too (even taking into account the mate bond). It didn't gel for me. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content set in the omegaverse with MPREG.

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Review: Vodka and Virtue by Raquel Riley 3 of 5 stars

Vodka and Virtue by Raquel Riley

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Rory MacGregor best friend’s nephew grew up while he worked abroad. Now that he's home, his priorities have shifted, moving Carlisle Carrick to the top of his ’to-do’ list. He is exactly the type of man Rory dreamed of settling down with, but every time he gets close to him, he runs away. How can he convince him they'd make a perfect match? Carlisle Carrick is seventeen years younger than it Rory who wears leather, and rides a motorcycle for kicks. He doesn't see how they have anything in common. 

So why do I still burn up every time I catch him watching me?

This was a sweet story of a determined man who thought that their age gap was irrelevant and that their attraction overrode everything. I loved their dates and how romantic they were. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Alpha and His King by Kiki Clark 4 of 5 stars

The Alpha and His King by Kiki Clark
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When Kai flies out of a shed, swinging a rake, Rick’s life flips upside down. As alpha, Rick’s dedication to his pack has never wavered - until Kai. The pull he feels toward the younger man is more than a simple distraction, but Rick won’t let himself lose focus. Not while a hidden enemy is drawing near. Moving in with the grumpy alpha who saved him is a big change for Kai, and it isn’t long before he begins to ache for something he can’t have. As a half-human shifter responsible for his three younger siblings, he knows he can never be Rick’s mate. Pushing aside their doubts and insecurities, they grow closer. But when the pack’s enemies strike, bringing their fears to fruition, Rick and Kai have to decide if they’re willing to risk it all to be together.

I loved this story with Kai and his siblings who had endured so much in their lives already having to change their beliefs based on what they had been told to the facts they encountered in the Kincaid Pack. Rick was such a kind and fair man who tried to do what he thought was best but stood no chance against Kai and their mate bond. Lots of emotions and feelings in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Trouble With Spells by Raiven Matthews 4 of 5 stars

The Trouble With Spells by Raiven Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Callum made a promise to his family that there would be no spell casting while they were away. It was well known in the Turner household that his spells tended to go a bit, shall we say, wonky. Then he blew into his store. Michael Endicott the third. Or fourth? Maybe fifth? It didn’t matter. What did matter was that he was staring at his high school crush - who clearly did not remember him. Seems a vengeful one-night stand had placed a bad luck spell on Michael, and he needed help. It was just an easy reversal spell. No problem. Only somehow instead of reversing the spell, Callum managed to bind them together.

I enjoyed this story with the two men who were stuck together and managed to fall in love. Callum was funny and his family were nuts too. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Prince, Charmed by Duckie Mack 4 of 5 stars

Prince, Charmed by Duckie Mack
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Malachi is a prince and next in line for the throne, but as his coronation gets closer, strange things keep happening to him. Florian grew up in the palace alongside the prince. The two were always together until it was discovered that Florian had magic. The young witch was torn away from his friend and cast out from the only home he’d known. Despite the turn his life had taken, he has worked hard to build a reputation for helping people. When Malachi realises his problems are magical, he seeks out his childhood friend. As Florian works to undo the charms controlling the prince, that bond they once had comes back even stronger than before.

This was a sweet story of two men who had always loved each other but were separated and then reunited later in life. I loved that Florian was able to be himself and received an apology. Mal and Florian were a force to be wary of and I loved that they were a force for good and positivity. Lots of feelings and emotions in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Rum and Rendezvous by Raquel Riley 3 of 5 stars

Rum and Rendezvous by Raquel Riley
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

After a string of failed dates, Ryan was ready to give up on love. Carson Carrick was a self-proclaimed dating expert. Yet, under his careful direction, things went from bad to worse. he'd started to wonder if his terrible advice was deliberate. Was his one-night stand purposely sabotaging his chances at love? Carson had no idea what he was doing when he offered to help Ryan find his match. But he was hot, gullible, and desperate -he needed Carson's help. He should never have touched him, because now he couldn’t keep his hands off him. And the more he helped him look for the right guy, the more he became convinced that it was him. How could he make him see he had more to offer than one night of rum and rendezvous?

This was a sweet story as Carson did his best to get Ryan to see that he was the right man for him. It was a bit dishonest to "help" Ryan to fail but he did seem to be happy with the end result. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Warrior's Walk by Raquel Riley 5 of 5 stars

Warrior's Walk by Raquel Riley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Rhett Marsh's leg shattered, he thought my whole world was shattered. Riggs pieced both back together again, and then he disappeared. Navarro Riggs is a lot of things - devastatingly hot, his saviour and a brave warrior. But he didn't expect him to be, his physical therapist if only he wasn’t trying his damndest to stay far away from him. Navarro Riggs met Rhett on the battlefield under a hail of bullets and blood. Their bond was instant, forged in trauma, unbreakable and everlasting. He wasn’t just his patient, he was his. He trusts Rhett with his life, but can he trust him with his heart?

I loved this book with the meeting between Rhett and Riggs under fire and then their meetings afterwards as Riggs tried to help Rhett and stay professional. This book was full of deep emotions, feelings and reactions to circumstances. I was fully invested in both men and the Bitches with Stitches. I adored this series and feel gutted that this is the end. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Infuriated by Lola Malone 4 of 5 stars

Infuriated by Lola Malone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kai keeps crossing paths with the man under a death warrant who describes himself as No One. But he can't help noticing his elegant mess of soft curls and large eyes. Desperate to know his name he can’t help longing for him - for this gorgeous man who is far from no one to him. When Phoenix's Dad disappeared he took the light away and left him and his Mom in a place where he couldn’t fight her demons with so much drink, and so much disappointment. With every decision he makes he is lost in a war with no allies. He tries to hide, but Kai, next in command to rule the Void, has his piercing eyes on him.  They search for him, warm his body and soul, and make him want things he’ll never have. But when the war reaches a scorching climax Pheonix is given the chance to redeem himself. The price? Everything he's come to love.

I enjoyed this story as we had the chance to know more about No One and the influences he had in his life. There were a lot of complex feelings and emotions and I found Pheonix's life with his Mum heartbreaking. I liked the relationship between Kai and Phoenix and thought that the happy ending was worth all of the effort it took to get there. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

** Please note the trigger warnings.

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