Review: Dom by Ruby Raynes 4 of 5 stars

Dom by Ruby Raynes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beckett returns home after his culinary dreams fall apart, only to find Dom — the gorgeous, intimidating man asked to keep an eye on him — watching his every move. What starts as reluctant surveillance turns into a charged push‑and‑pull as Beckett teases and Dom digs into the secrets of his past. The closer they get, the stronger the attraction grows, pulling them from wary curiosity into a slow, steamy connection surrounded by meddling friends, good food, and found‑family warmth.

I loved this story that delivers a gorgeous mix of heat and heart. The chemistry between Beckett and Dom is intense from the start — all that push‑and‑pull tension, all those charged moments where neither of them can quite look away. Their passion feels raw and real, the kind that simmers long before either man is willing to name it. What really makes the romance shine, though, is the way Dom quietly, steadily supports Beckett as he tries to rebuild his life. He doesn’t swoop in to fix everything; he simply stands beside Beckett, offering strength, stability, and the kind of unwavering presence Beckett didn’t know he needed. Watching Beckett regain confidence with Dom in his corner is incredibly satisfying. But it wasn't one way as Beckett also supported Dom when he needed support too. A warm, steamy, low‑angst read about desire, healing, and finding someone who sees your cracks and stays anyway. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Jasper by Ruby Raynes 4 of 5 stars

Jasper by Ruby Raynes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Olly is determined to live for himself, but his plans take an unexpected turn when he helps a little girl find a home and Jasper reenters his life. As chaos swirls, Olly hopes Jasper will finally let him in before it’s too late. Jasper, shaken by a health scare, realizes he must slow down and let people in. Olly has always been his obsession, but now, with a baby spy shaking up their world, Jasper wonders if he has the courage to reveal his true self—and if Olly will still be there when he does.

I loved this story of the two men who could be something special together if only Jasper let Olly in. Lots of emotions and feelings as they developed their relationship and own lives. I loved the concept of the baby spy who needed a trench coat to complete the look. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Jaxon by Ruby Raynes 4 of 5 stars

Jaxon by Ruby Raynes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Alex's life was ok until he found himself homeless with his car Trixie on her last leg (plus he needs a fake fiance). Then Jaxon, his long-time crush and the owner of Ink Me, came swooping in like a knight in shining armour. Now Alex's head and heart are all confused, and it’s starting to feel like his fantasy has a chance of becoming a reality. Now Ink Me is running well Jaxon's best friend has reminded him that he needs a life outside then Alex runs into a bit of bad luck, and he feels an overwhelming need to help him his priorities begin to shift, and he starts to look past his hangups and see the future he never knew he needed with Alex.

This was a lovely story that became very emotional around a dog and the love that Jaxon had shown towards Alex. The found family was also very relevant in this story as opposed to the actual family. The situation around Alex's parents was brilliant lol. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Finn by Ruby Raynes 4 of 5 stars

Finn by Ruby Raynes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spencer owns Dragonfly Books a bookstore next to a tattoo shop called Ink Me. While Spencer is trying to find himself after his mother died the large tattooed man he runs into called Finn throws his world upside down. Will Spencer's makeup and lace be too much for him? Finn had decided to move from one side of the country to the other to quiet the ghosts haunting his memories. Then Spencer, the sweet, sexy bookstore owner from next door comes in and flips his world right side up. How does he push through the grief that consumes him and let himself feel worthy of love?

I enjoyed this story with the two men who are tortured for their reasons and how several chance meetings led to friendship and passion. I loved how well they communicated and that apart from one small hitch they had helped and supported each other. I also really liked how protective of him were those who remembered Spencer's mother. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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