Review: Makers by Casey Cox 3 of 5 stars

Makers by Casey Cox
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Anson is a wealthy, powerful man shattered by the loss of his son, unable to move beyond the grief that has hollowed out his life. He doesn’t expect anything to change — until Jarvis, his son‑in‑law’s younger brother and an unconventional, loud, sunshine‑bright personal trainer, steps into his world. Jarvis is nothing like what Anson imagined he needed, yet he becomes the first person to make him feel alive again. As their sessions shift from physical training to emotional healing, Anson begins to question whether he can let go of the past and open himself to a future with someone decades younger — and a man. MAKERS is a bi‑awakening, age‑gap, forbidden romance novella about grief, renewal, and unexpected love.

This novella delivers a lovely surprise in the way the attraction blooms between Anson and Jarvis. With a significant age gap — and the added twist that Jarvis is a man — their connection feels unexpected but completely believable. What really grounds their relationship is the friendship that forms first: Jarvis’s loud, unconventional training methods break through Anson’s grief, and their easy rapport becomes the foundation for everything that follows. Before anything physical ever happens, you can feel how much they genuinely like each other — how Jarvis brings light back into Anson’s life, and how Anson offers Jarvis a depth of care he’s never had. Their shift from companionship to something more feels earned, tender, and quietly transformative. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Movers by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Movers by Casey Cox

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Clayton heads to tropical North Queensland to mend his broken heart, only to have his quiet escape upended when a terrified man literally drops a baby into his arms and begs him for help. The father, Vaughn, is guarded, gorgeous, and clearly running from something dangerous. As Clayton shelters him, their chemistry grows through shared meals on the yacht and long days in the sun, even as Vaughn keeps his past tightly locked away. When the men chasing Vaughn catch up to him, a shocking truth comes out — forcing both men to confront what they’ve built together. This book blends forced proximity, a wounded billionaire, and a single dad with a dangerous secret.

I loved this tender, heartfelt romance built on the strength of connection. What really stood out to me was how close Clayton and Vaughn became as circumstances forced them together — their bond grows naturally, quietly, and with a surprising amount of warmth for such a high‑stakes setup. And Clayton’s love for Vaughn’s daughter is the emotional core of the story. His instinctive protectiveness and the way he folds her into his life make their little trio feel genuinely special. A soft, intimate read about healing, trust, and choosing the people who choose you. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Takers by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Takers by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Robbie is a no‑relationships podcaster who ends up fake dating Bremmer, a tightly wound billionaire CEO, after a tantric workshop and a PR crisis pull them together. What’s supposed to be a short stunt stretches into a year, and the lines between fake and real blur fast — the dates feel genuine, the chemistry is undeniable, and Robbie starts wanting more than he ever planned. But he’s hiding a secret that could destroy everything once Bremmer finds out.

I loved this story that had me laughing from the very beginning — the tantric workshop alone is worth the price of admission. The fake‑dating setup is equally entertaining, especially as Robbie and Bremmer spent a full year pretending to be a couple while very obviously becoming one. The humour woven through their public appearances, their mismatched personalities, and the increasingly blurred lines made the whole thing a delight. What really worked for me was how much they genuinely got to know each other over that year. With all the shared events, private moments, and unexpected intimacy, falling in love felt inevitable. The secret hanging over Robbie added a nice thread of tension, too, giving the story emotional weight beneath the comedy. A fun, warm, and charming fake‑dating romance with plenty of laughs and a satisfying emotional payoff. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Givers by Casey Cox 3 of 5 stars

Givers by Casey Cox
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Robbie turns to ALGRL, a high‑tech dating algorithm boasting a 97% success rate, convinced it’s the only way he won’t mess up love again. But everything gets complicated when he meets Dunlop Palmer — a billionaire playboy who is the exact opposite of the “perfect match” Robbie was promised. Dunlop irritates him, gets under his skin, and completely upends Robbie’s expectations. As they work together, Robbie starts seeing the real man behind the swagger, and suddenly the safe, guaranteed match online doesn’t feel nearly as compelling as the infuriating, irresistible disaster right in front of him.

Robbie and Dunlop’s romance has one of my favourite tropes: two people who meet at work, start hooking up, and only afterward discover they were algorithmically matched by ALGRL. That twist should have been explosive, but honestly, the execution felt a bit too cheesy to land with real emotional weight. Their chemistry is fun, and the premise has so much potential, but the writing leans heavily on rom‑com fluff without giving either character the depth they deserved. Robbie and Dunlop’s personalities stay mostly on the surface, making it hard to fully invest in their connection beyond the initial spark. Still, the setup is entertaining, and the ALGRL reveal adds a playful twist — I just wished the story had dug deeper into who these men really were beneath the banter. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Worst. Christmas. Ever. LOCKED by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Worst. Christmas. Ever. LOCKED by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After a difficult year, Darby faces the holidays alone. A gift from his best friend — store credit for a New Year’s outfit — leads him to an unexpected twist: he gets locked inside a fitting room. Instead of panic, the moment turns magical when Kip, the store’s owner, stays with him. Through laughter, conversation, and Kip’s off-key singing, Darby discovers comfort and connection in the most unlikely place. Though he can’t see Kip, his older confidence, charm, and rich baritone voice stir feelings Darby thought he’d lost. What begins as a mishap becomes the spark of possibility — perhaps even a Christmas miracle — as Darby wonders if the man behind the door could be the dream he’s been waiting for.

I loved this story about finding joy and love in unexpected places, where even a locked fitting room can open the door to hope. This was definitely a feel good story of finding joy in unexpected confinement, rediscovering hope through laughter, and realising that miracles often arrive disguised as ordinary moments. This story made me smile. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: MOM by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

MOM by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After a scandalous wardrobe malfunction goes viral, chaotic bodybuilder Rocky finds himself banned from the Men of Muscle tournament and tangled in an FCC investigation. Desperate to salvage his career, he’s paired with Decker Carlson—a brilliant but emotionally guarded PR expert tasked with cleaning up the mess. The plan? A fake relationship with Decker’s friend to shift the narrative. The reality? A paparazzi photo of Decker and Rocky sparks a media frenzy, and suddenly they’re the couple everyone’s watching. As the chaos escalates, so does the undeniable chemistry between them. Beneath the public spectacle lies a deeper question: can a guarded PR genius take a chance on a walking disaster with a heart of gold—and can love be the one thing that finally goes right?

I loved this story which was a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt journey through scandal, identity, and unexpected romance. I loved that Decker, the PR expert, thrives on control and professionalism and Rocky, by contrast, is impulsive and emotionally transparent. Their dynamic explored how vulnerability can challenge emotional walls, and how love often requires surrendering control to something unpredictable and real. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Feels Like Home by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Feels Like Home by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a story about Courtland and Buzz, lifelong best friends who enter into a fake marriage after Courtland inherits an inn, bringing their long-suppressed romantic feelings to a head amidst new family secrets. Courtland has been in love with Buzz for fifteen years but has repeatedly let life and family crises get in the way of confessing his feelings. After returning home, he inherits his grandfather's inn with the condition that he gets married and stays in town for six months. Buzz, who loves the inn, offers to be his fake husband. Now married and living together, Courtland is determined to finally confess, but a shocking new family secret threatens to complicate things further. Buzz has always felt accepted only by Courtland, especially after a history of partners leaving him for being too "needy." Despite enjoying the unexpected "benefits" of their fake marriage, he views it as temporary, believing Courtland will inevitably return to his career in Boston. He fears letting himself hope for a future with Courtland, as the arrangement has a clear "end date."

I enjoyed this story with the two men who were drawn together but over time had lost the easier communication they had when they were children. I initially loved this story but as it dragged on I started to become frustrated with the two men and their relationship with the will he or won't he talk to him. I did love the way that they were described and the detail of the descriptions of the places, people, emotions and feelings which were easy to understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Grumpy Vet by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

The Grumpy Vet by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ryde has been quietly pining for his boss, Linus, for years. When his charming best friend Dario joins the clinic staff, Ryde hopes Dario can help him finally win Linus’s heart. But Dario’s plan to escape his own feelings for Ryde backfires—especially when he starts falling for Linus too. Linus, the emotionally guarded vet, finds himself caught between two men who couldn’t be more different. Ryde is sweet and steady; Dario is bold and magnetic. Both stir something in him he’s never allowed himself to feel. Now Linus must decide whether he can open up—not just to one, but to both—and risk everything for a love that’s anything but conventional.

I loved this story of tangled hearts, found family, and the courage to love outside the lines. I liked the way that Linus was able to go against his upbringing and process his feelings and emotions. I loved this series and so was sad to realise that this was the last book in the series. Easy to read and understand. This was an MMM story with mature content.

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Review: Faraway by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Faraway by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emery has built a vibrant, fulfilling life—thriving as a proud, unapologetic pianist far removed from his painful school days. But a surprise encounter at an all-male resort upends everything when he runs into Miguel, a former bully whose life hasn't exactly gone to plan. As Emery struggles with the whiplash of past trauma and present-day attraction, he finds himself falling for the one man he never thought he could forgive—let alone love. With old wounds reopening and feelings deepening, Emery must decide if embracing the unexpected could mean healing what he once thought was irreparably broken.

I enjoyed this story with the two men who had a rocky start after a shared rocky history. The story was bursting with emotional complexity and that addictive blend of resentment, curiosity, and reluctant chemistry. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Runaway by Casey Cox 3 of 5 stars

Runaway by Casey Cox
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Jedfire, the somewhat reluctant heir to a cowbell empire, is adrift—masking his inner confusion with a haze of parties and distractions. But everything changes when he crosses paths with Conrad, a mysterious vacation fling who’s clearly guarding secrets of his own. What starts as a spark of interest grows into a deeper connection, as both men grapple with their messy pasts and consider what it might mean to stop running and start building something real—together.

This was at times a bit silly but at others emotional and heartbreaking. An enjoyable read with emotions and feelings. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Getaway by Casey Cox 2 of 5 stars

Getaway by Casey Cox
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Spencer grapples with a newfound shift in his identity, realizing he's in love with his childhood best friend, Cassius—who has always assumed he was straight. As they embark on a luxurious getaway together, he struggles with the fear of confessing his truth, unsure if it will end their friendship or open the door to something deeper. With sunny beaches and endless cocktails as their backdrop, the weekend could change everything.

I struggled with this story which I had trouble connecting with. I just didn't like them or their personalities. I finished the story but it really was a struggle. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: My Fake Boyfrenemy by Casey Cox 3 of 5 stars

My Fake Boyfrenemy by Casey Cox
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This story revolves around Marnus, whose emotions are in turmoil after meeting Pierce Owen, a charismatic and puzzling individual. Marnus feels an undeniable chemistry with Pierce, yet struggles to decipher his hot-and-cold behaviour. Though Marnus identifies as mostly straight, he's drawn into a complex dynamic when he pretends to be Pierce's boyfriend to deal with Pierce's ex. As the lines between pretense and reality blur, Marnus questions whether their fake relationship could evolve into something genuine.

This was a sweet novella as the two men who had a unique relationship which transformed into something more when they were honest with each other about their feelings. Lots of emotions and feelings as they sorted out their own relationship and those around Pierce's ex. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: My Boss with Benefits by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

My Boss with Benefits by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kyler harbors a secret crush on his older, powerful, and kind boss, Miles Huntington. Though he struggles to suppress his feelings, an unexpected hurricane traps them in a shared hotel room—and bed—breaking down Kyler's resolve. As emotions spill over, Kyler faces the uncertain fallout, wondering if he's jeopardized his job or if there’s hope for a deeper connection with Miles.

I loved this story with the body positive attraction Kyler had for Miles. I also enjoyed that Miles was sensitive to the power imbalance between them. Lots of emotions and feelings as they allowed their true feelings for each other out. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: My Best Friend’s Brother by Casey Cox 3 of 5 stars

My Best Friend’s Brother by Casey Cox

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This story follows Hawk, who accidentally stumbles into a whirlwind of emotional chaos. First, they mistakenly confess their love for their best friend, Emry. Then, in a twist they never saw coming, they hook up with Emry’s older brother, Will—without knowing they were related. When Emry catches them in the act, tensions explode, dragging Hawk into a family feud they never intended to start. As if things weren’t messy enough, Hawk begins developing genuine feelings for Will, despite knowing he’s off-limits. Now, they face an impossible choice: follow their heart and risk losing their best friend, or walk away from something that could be real.

This was a sweet novella which was a story packed with romantic turmoil, tough decisions, and the inevitable clash between love and loyalty. Emry was a bit silly with his sulking but I did like Will who was fairly well adjusted. Easy to feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Feeling by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Feeling by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Roman, a man with a troubled past, has worked hard to rebuild his life and maintain control, focusing on paying off debts and helping at his brother's animal shelter. But when he meets Locky, a charming Aussie vet navigating a messy divorce, Roman's carefully constructed discipline unravels. Despite identifying as straight, Roman feels an intense, possessive pull toward Locky, challenging his self-restraint and forcing him to confront emotions he never expected. As their connection deepens, Roman risks everything he’s worked for to protect the man who’s turned his world upside down.

I loved this story with the two men who were drawn together even though they both have their own problems. I loved how supportive they were of each other and that they were more to each other than just their physical relationship. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Talking by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Talking by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Montgomery, seeking a fresh start after years of caring for his dying mother, moves from the UK to a small-town vet clinic in the US. A brief, unexpected encounter in New York leads to a surprising connection with Jeremy, a charming baker fifteen years his junior. Despite grief, self-doubt, and questioning his identity, Montgomery finds himself drawn to Jeremy, challenging everything he thought he knew about himself and his future.

I loved this story with the two men who were drawn to each other. I loved Monty's acceptance of Jeremy's limitations and how Jeremy accepted Monty's future plans. This story had lots of emotions and feelings as they navigated their relationship.  Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Merry by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Merry by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lawson has never been a fan of Christmas—the crowds, the cold, and the ever-present Mariah Carey song. Without family traditions or holiday cheer, he’s content focusing on his veterinary internship and spending time with his best friend, Chester. But Chester has other plans. With a team of holiday-loving vets by his side, he’s determined to make Lawson enjoy the season—and maybe even fall in love. Lawson is skeptical, but this Christmas might just surprise him.

This was a sweet Christmas story in the Vet Shop Boys series with a good dose of romance. I loved the two best friends who were everything to each other without the romantic relationship. The vets were such fun and the fun run clothing was inspired lol. Easy to read, feel and understand. Lots of emotions and feelings as mistletoe was put to good use. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Going by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Going by Casey Cox

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A sassy veterinarian, hiding a painful past and an embarrassing secret, decides to lose his V-card before turning twenty-five. Enter Daly, a charming new barista with irresistible looks and a kind heart. After a tequila-fueled pact, Daly agrees to help—but only after they truly get to know each other. As their connection deepens, what starts as a simple arrangement turns into something far more meaningful, leaving the veterinarian unexpectedly falling for Daly.

I loved this story with two men who were drawn together but were also shy and so it took time for them to connect with each other. They both had historical problems to talk through with each other as well as decisions to make about the future. A lot of feelings and emotions in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Thinking by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Thinking by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chase, newly divorced and determined to redefine his life, buys a fixer-upper and adopts piglets, much to his friends' concern. He’s focused on self-discovery—until a chance meeting with single parent Fischer West changes everything. Their undeniable connection challenges Chase’s belief that the timing is all wrong. As they navigate uncertainty and past wounds, Chase wonders if love might be worth taking a risk on after all.

This was a sweet story as Chase focused on finding himself but meets his dream life partner Fischer accidentally. There was some hesitation but they did find a way to be together. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Got Me Looking by Casey Cox 4 of 5 stars

Got Me Looking by Casey Cox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

After being cheated on at his own wedding, Gus swears off love and commitment, convinced that his dream of settling down is out of reach. Enter Tate—charming, unpredictable, and decidedly uninterested in monogamy. Their unexpected connection challenges Gus’s assumptions, forcing him to reconsider not only his views on love but the possibility of something real between them. Despite their differences—age, outlook, and past wounds—Tate has Gus seeing love in a whole new way.

I loved this story with the two men who had a spectacular physical relationship but had very different views on relationships. Tate's mother was a great character and the meeting between her and Gus was hilarious. I loved that Gus finally found the happy ending that he deserved. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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