Review: Next of Kin by Marie Sinclair 3 of 5 stars

Next of Kin by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Nick, once the effortless playboy of his friend group, realizes he wants something deeper — a truth that hits hard when a casual hookup with Zack fizzles and Zack is later found dead. Aaron, Zack’s brother, is desperate for answers, and when Nick turns out to be the last person to see Zack alive, the two meet under heartbreaking circumstances. As they search for the truth, an unexpected connection forms between them, pulling them closer in both grief and hope.

An unusual, unforgettable meeting sets the tone for this novella, and the pull between Nick and Aaron is undeniable from the start. What I loved most is how slowly and thoughtfully their relationship develops — no rushed hookup, just a gentle build of trust, comfort, and genuine romance as they navigate grief and uncertainty together. The mystery surrounding Zack’s murder adds a compelling thread, and while Kit’s storyline takes up a surprising amount of space without a real conclusion, it still enriches the emotional landscape of the book. In the end, this is a warm, satisfying novella with a final note that genuinely made me smile. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Voir Dear by Marie Sinclair 3 of 5 stars

Voir Dear by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Cameron dreads yet another round of jury duty, and a spilled coffee on a cold February morning only makes it worse — until he turns around and meets the blue‑eyed guy who bumped into him. Tyler, a distracted webcomic artist, is mortified by the accident, but fate isn’t done with them. They end up on the same jury, seated side by side, and their awkward encounter slowly turns into something warm and promising as the trial moves toward Valentine’s Day.

This was such a sweet novella, and the instant attraction between Cameron and Tyler gives it a lovely spark right from the start. Even while they’re trying to stay focused on the trial, their awareness of each other never really fades — it’s always there, warm and steady, threading through every interaction. I really enjoyed how they balanced their growing feelings with the responsibility of serving on a jury. It made their connection feel grounded and genuine, not rushed. The story keeps things light, charming, and heartfelt, making their slow build toward something real especially satisfying. A quick, cute read with great chemistry and a gentle romantic pull. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Troubled Skies by Marie Sinclair 3 of 5 stars

Troubled Skies by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Ricky is a flight attendant who, after a string of bad luck—including a cheating boyfriend, a plane crash, and an eviction—decides to change his life. He rebrands himself as Adrian, buys a first-class ticket, and vows to be more careful with his heart. His plan is to go to Ibiza, but a panic attack on the plane leads to him being rescued by a handsome stranger. That stranger is Prince Renard, a "playboy prince" whose public misdeeds have landed him in trouble with his father. As punishment, he must sail his yacht from Ibiza to the Maldives alone. However, an unexpected encounter with Adrian on the plane sparks a change in him, and he finds himself intrigued and unwilling to let Adrian go.

I enjoyed this tale of two people running from their pasts and finding a new path together. Ren was a very OTT example of someone wealthy who was out of control with his decadent lifestyle. Ricky was more deserving of pity after his plane crash but was unbelievably pathetic with his choices for romantic partners and sulking. I enjoyed this story but did not love it. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Friendly Skies by Marie Sinclair 2 of 5 stars

Friendly Skies by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Luis and Darius have been soul twins since childhood—inseparable best friends, flight attendant colleagues, and occasional partners in shared intimacy. But beneath their platonic façade lies a love neither has dared to name. Darius, openly gay, accepted his place in Luis’s friend zone long ago, choosing to be Luis’s safe haven through years of unexplained anxiety and silent suffering. Luis has hidden the truth of a traumatic assault that followed a night of innocent kisses with Darius—fearing that revealing it would cost him the one person he can’t live without. When a troubling incident on a flight forces Luis to confront his past and his feelings, the fragile hope of romance between them is tested by false accusations and resurfacing trauma. To build a future together, Luis and Darius must face the pain they’ve buried, the love they’ve denied, and the strength it takes to heal side by side.

I was really disappointed with this second book in the series. I found many of the moments silly which felt so wrong given the fact that there was a sexual assault there too. I lost my temper and attention for much of the book which was such a shame. This was an MM story with mature content.

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

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Review: Blue Skies by Marie Sinclair 4 of 5 stars

Blue Skies by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Greg, a sex-positive asexual man living with HIV, is no stranger to rejection and misunderstanding. After yet another failed relationship, he’s not looking for love when he meets Holden—a sexy, closeted silver fox—at a West Hollywood club. Their spark is undeniable, but timing is terrible: Holden leaves for the East Coast, and Greg’s flight attendant schedule keeps him away. They exchange numbers and part ways, both assuming it’s over. Holden, nearly fifty and weary of decades spent hiding his truth, can’t stop thinking about Greg. But when Greg doesn’t reach out, Holden assumes it was a polite brush-off. Then fate intervenes—a week later, Greg is part of Holden’s flight crew. Their reunion is tense, but destiny isn’t done with them yet. As two men with complicated histories and guarded hearts collide again, they must decide whether to risk everything for a connection that defies the odds.

I loved this story of second chances, hard truths, and the courage to be seen. I loved the diversity of the characters and the positive relationship that they had. I enjoyed that it captured identity, vulnerability, and the unexpected pull of fate. A lot of feelings and emotions in this story which was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Love Comes in Threes by Marie Sinclair 5 of 5 stars

Love Comes in Threes by Marie Sinclair
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A single phone call changes the perfectly balanced V-relationship between husbands Elliott and Luc and Luc's Dom/boyfriend Leo. Elliott thrives on routine as he teaches college literature, taking care of their two dogs and unconditionally loving his husband Luc which could be building a studio for this burgeoning career as a pet care influencer or supporting Luc's love for his Dom. Luc is the luckiest man as his pet care YouTube channel is about to launch into a real career with Elliott giving him the solid foundation he needs and Leo giving him the domination and structure he craves. He’s secure in the knowledge that both his husband and his lover will be his wings. Leo knows no one would look at his wheelchair and think that he was a Dom but having served an accident which paralyzed him and a health crisis which almost killed him he has Luc kneeling at his feet it complete devotion and perfect submission. Having kept the balance perfect for several years everything changes after the phone call. Now they have a new dynamic which could destroy everything or build something so much better if they are brave enough to take the chance.

I enjoyed this story with all the emotions involved and the way that they developed, were handled between the three of them and how they worked out an adult way to handle everything. This proved frequently how important communication was between them and how it really was the key to making everything work. I loved that there was a character who was in a wheelchair and that they were so good at giving him as much independence as he wanted but were there to support him whenever he needed and asked for help. Easy to read, feel and understand. This is an MMM story with a BSDM-like D/s relationship including sensation play and a consensual V -relationship.

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