Review: End It All by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 4 of 5 stars

End It All by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blake is not well behaved, but has to run away to join a family he has only just been told about. But meeting the Vitale’s puts his life into perspective. They’re everything he's longed for; rich, adventurous, fearless, and close. Really close. This is supposed to be his family too. So why does he feel like an outsider? He has no choice except to fit in because he can’t go back home. Not when he's on the run. Amidst the chaos of a cooling war, a family struggle, and the law nipping at his heels, he meet Quincy. Bold, crazy, and hot as a five alarm fire.This man is the grand red flag of all red flags. And he's always loved to play with fire.

I enjoyed this story but was a little disappointed that the opportunity to expand on Blake's and Quincy's past lives could have been expanded more. I loved reading more about Benito and Harlow. Lots of passion and dark moments in this story. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Roommate Situation by Felicity Snow 4 of 5 stars

The Roommate Situation by Felicity Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rory came home to find his boyfriend in bed with another guy was not how he expected his birthday to go. When his two best friends find out, they help him with moving his things out of the apartment and trying to find a new roommate. In the meantime, they take him out to get his mind off Zach and get laid. Rory is not exactly the cream of the crop when it comes to the dating pool, and all of the messages he's been getting from Zach are only solidifying that in my mind. Surprisingly a guy notices him and he’s got to be the hottest guy he's ever seen. But it goes horribly wrong and Rory runs away mortified and in tears. Thankfully he'll probably never see him again. When Parker spotted the adorable little twink in the bow tie and suspenders at the club he was instantly attracted to him. All that wavy brown hair and the cute as-hell glasses. But when he runs away in tears, Parker is terrified he'd done something to upset him. When he shows up at Parker's doorstep the following day and he’s his potential new roommate he can’t believe his luck. He seems nervous and shy, but so sweet. The more time they’re together, the more Parker realises what a number his ex did to him, and he's determined to make sure he knows how amazing he is, and that he deserves someone who will appreciate and care for him.

This was a sweet story as Rory and Parker became roommates and Rory started to realise that his ex as wrong on many levels but Parker was the right man for him. Easy to read, feel and understand there were a lot of emotions and feelings in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Oliver: an mm romance by Felicity Snow 3 of 5 stars

Oliver: an mm romance by Felicity Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Oliver has repressed his sexuality and other wants in life to fit into his parent's viewpoints. Then one evening he met Hunter and gave in to those desires. Hunter returned home from college and discover that the man he slept with three months ago is the same man who is engaged to his mom, his world turns upside down. Then Oliver reveals some things about himself that have his heart softening towards him, and confesses that he hasn’t been able to stop thinking about Hunter either.

I enjoyed this story where Hunter taught Oliver that he deserved to be himself and to be loved. However, I did find some parts of the story boring and irritating at times. I found it hard to feel the emotions that should be in this story. Easy to understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Stepbrother Mine by Felicity Snow 3 of 5 stars

Stepbrother Mine by Felicity Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Rome and Sebastian have always been close from the minute he waltzed into his life he won him over with his pep, snark, and give no shits attitude. He’s Rome's best friend and when he is dared to kiss him at a party he doesn't think anything of it but days later he can’t stop thinking about it. Sebastian has been attracted to Rome since the moment he met him. He’s gorgeous with dark hair, soulful eyes, and a sinful smile. His broody personality and protectiveness do it for Sebastian. But he’s straight, and they’re stepbrothers.

I enjoyed this story but found it boring at the start and almost gave up reading it. I was glad I continued as it was heartening to see them get the HEA that they deserved at the end and I loved their parents' reaction. There were some emotions as Rome struggled with the feelings that he had towards his stepbrother but I felt that they were a little hard to feel. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with BDSM-like D/s dynamics.

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Review: No Good by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú 3 of 5 stars

No Good by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Movie star Tokyo Gatlin is the son of a man of god. A man who commands a flock who will not be embarrassed by the likes of me. I am a Son of the Sun, a man with morals and values. When he meets Angel he is supposed to be his dirty little secret that he can hide from the world but then he becomes so much more than that. Tokyo was meant for the path of light, but the darkness never looked so sweet. Angel might be his undoing, but he can’t let his feisty, determined, headstrong biker go. It’s time for him to find his path even if it breaks him.

I found this book harder to get on with compared to the first one in the series. However, the story between Tokyo and Angel is a love story with the complications of Toko's father and Angel's twin brother Demon (who was at times funny). There was great chemistry between the two men and I think that was part of what carried them through everything else that happened. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Bad Habits by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú 3 of 5 stars

Bad Habits by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Caleb and his MC Club shouldn’t have messed with the Vitales, but the score was too good to pass up. All Caleb saw were dollar signs but now he's in deep water and about to drown. When Benito Vitale spares his life he does whatever he's told to keep himself and his crew alive. He was also dumped into the lap of Tony Morelli. Tony nearly killed Caleb, but when he shows sides of himself he doesn’t show anyone else Caleb finds himself falling for his crap. Every stroke, every caress, every touch draws him closer to Tony who loves it when Caleb calls him Daddy.

I enjoyed this story with the two men who had a brutal passion between them but Caleb was able to get to the softer side of Tony as shown by his love of being called Daddy and his meltdown. I did find it a little repetitive and I think that was the way it was enhanced from a shorter story in an anthology. There were a lot of thoughts, emotions and feelings in this story as Caleb and Tony butt heads together and tried to have their way. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like Daddy/boy dynamic.

** Please note Bad Habits was formerly titled Trouble from the Ruthless Daddies collab. This is the same story with added scenes for more Tony, Caleb, and Hitters goodness.

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Review: Never Say Never by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 5 of 5 stars

Never Say Never by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gianpaolo Vitale has been undercover for years as "Paul Callo" working for the FBI while doing whatever he needed to do to protect his family. His manager and friend is York Washington who has two adorable twin daughters. All Paulo has to do is focus, complete his job, divert attention and stay out of trouble. When York and his daughters are thrown into danger Paulo has no choice but to step into the light. Finally, he will get to go back home. But home is a strange hellscape he no longer understands. While war wages on, I’m caught between who he is and who he was with a man he betrayed. There’s no happily ever after for Paulo.

This book was all danger, drama and emotions all on steroids as I was swept away into the story, the men and even Yprk's two daughters who were delightful. I loved Paulo and how torn he was between his life as Paul and his life as Gianpaulo but that he knew that York was the man for him and that he would protect his family with everything that he had even if he was hated for it. There is a fine line between love and hate and this story demonstrates it very well. Easy to read, feel and understand you will feel all of the emotions experienced by the characters. This is an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Until You by Felicity Snow 5 of 5 stars

Until You by Felicity Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Paul had felt like he was drowning for five years after losing everything that mattered to him. Then he sees nineteen-year-old Charlie on the street trying to act tough and offers him his spare room to stay in. As time goes on, he cares for Charlie with an intensity that he shouldn't because he has no idea what he's done, the kind of person he is; and if he ever found out, he would hate him. Charlie has spent his life being told it is wrong to be gay and love another man and so he left home as being on the streets was preferable. Paul's rescue stuns Charlie as no one ever cared for him before and he wonders what the catch is. But as time passes, he realises there is no catch but how can a man 27 years older than him want him?

I loved this story with the older man who was just captivated by the younger Charlie and how they fell in love with each other. I liked that Charlie was determined to work for his keep and that Paul wanted him to finish his education. Lots of tender moments in this story and lots of big emotions as they navigate the source of Paul's pain and their relationship. I loved Paul's ex-wife. Easy to read and lots of big feelings to be understood. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Best Friends: a coming of age novella by Felicity Snow 3 of 5 stars

Best Friends: a coming of age novella by Felicity Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Carter and Zach were childhood best friends who were always there for each other. At some point, their love for each other changed into something far more romantic they just hadn't told each other. Carter was a gifted actor who started in roles when he was in first grade. Zach was always there supporting him but struggled whenever Carter had to kiss someone on stage.

This was sweet but ended up being annoying as they both suffered so much needlessly if only they had been better at communication. It was easy to read but I definitely became more annoyed as the story progressed. This was an MM story with some mature content.

** Please note: Best Friends was previously part of the MM Class of 22/23 Prolific Works Giveaway. It is a 16k word standalone, coming-of-age mm novella with bi-awakening, all the pining and a sweet HEA.

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Review: Hope for the Holidays by Felicity Snow 4 of 5 stars

Hope for the Holidays by Felicity Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everest Jones lost his wife and love of his life two Christmases ago and he has had a hard time coping ever since. He feels like he is drowning in grief while he tries to raise their three young kids while barely managing to make ends meet. He is exhausted, overwhelmed, depressed and lonely. Teacher Levi Washington is 25 and moved to Arizona to make a fresh start after losing his parents and partner in a road crash a few years ago. Running into his student and her family at the school’s trunk or treat event turns his world upside down when he finds himself instantly attracted to the handsome single father. Everest is determined to keep Levi at bay, and Levi has to do everything he can to convince the older man that he is what Levi wants, despite his pain and insecurities. That the two of them just might be what the other needs to help make each other whole.

I enjoyed this novella with the two men at different stages of grief who understand perfectly how things are and the friendship they developed. I loved the involvement of the kids and Everest's family to persuade him that Levi was very necessary and that they could be together. I loved the way that Levi stepped in when Everest had a family emergency and how he handled everything proving that he really could be the other half of Everest's soul. Easy to read, feel and understand. This is an MM story with mature content. If you suffer from grief like Everest please talk to someone and seek help.

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Review: Say I Do by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 5 of 5 stars

Say I Do by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Benito Vitale was to marry as a business opportunity to the daughter of the head of the Yazuka but at the last minute, her twin brother is switched in. So instead he found himself marrying Harlow Hayashi who is mad after being restrained and drugged. Instead, Benito gets a snarling hellhound who has teeth and knows how to use them. So his choices are to either fall in love or bury another lover.

Wow - the fireworks between these two passionate men were off the charts. They were violent with each other as they jostled for position and advantage but that in effect then generated a whole host of hot sexual activity between them. I think they need to be congratulated for their ingenuity in punishments. I loved their reticence in admitting that they loved each other and that it took some danger to make them admit it to each other. I loved the ending. Easy to read, feel and understand. This is an MM story with mature and violent content.

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Review: Paid in Full by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 4 of 5 stars

Paid in Full by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gin Vitale is used to an insane life. He's even been locked up but he is just different and the life of the party. All that comes to a stop when he meets Ash who is shy, young and a virgin. Normally Gin would go for an experienced partner but there is something about him that makes him want to keep him. He is Gio's and no one will take him away.

Wow - lots of violence, intrigue, danger and hot sex. The guys had an unusual start but as time passed they developed into a slightly odd relationship and that eventually changed into love. They had such a strange relationship but they were also prepared to do whatever it took to protect each other and that was wonderful to see. Lots of emotions in this story and I definitely felt sorry for Ash on a couple of occasions. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Take Me Apart by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 5 of 5 stars

Take Me Apart by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cop Tex wants to get to detective just as his Dad did before him so he jumps in head first and starts to investigate the Vitale family. He deliberately goes into one of their clubs and meets Enzo Vitale who is a red-hot danger and determined to claim Tex as his by taking him apart and building him back up. As things progress lies and deceit are around every corner Tex is drawn to Enzo whose hands are bathed in blood.

I loved this story with the cop who got in over his head and tried to distance himself but kept being drawn back before all the lies and deceit around him came to a head and everything started to fall down. Tex's father was a total piece of work and I was impressed at Enzo's restraint which was a clear indication of the depth of his love for Tex. There were a number of possible avenues for corruption and deception and I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't think it was the correct person until he was almost unveiled. A lot of danger, drama and passion in this story which is all easy to feel and understand. This is an MM story with mature content.

** Please note there is torture and violence mentioned in this story.

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Review: Trouble by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú 5 of 5 stars

Trouble by Skyler Snow by Brea Alepoú
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Caleb is head of an MC and they tend to commit crimes but give much of the proceeds away like a modern-day Robin Hood. He makes a grave error when he tries to steal from the Vitale family and gets caught. He is given to Tony Morelli and so does whatever he is told to protect his crew. Tony is a psychopath and yet he loves to be called Daddy too. As time passes Caleb starts falling for him as every stroke, every caress and every touch draws him closer to the possessive and obsessed Tony who just wants to ruin him.

Wow. Some extreme violence and some bizarre kinks but I loved this story. Tony became a man possessed and it was kind of joyful to see him become rudderless towards the end of the story when a major turning point happened. It was easy to feel the thoughts and emotions of the two men during this story. I also enjoyed the banter between the Vitale brothers and Gin was just hilarious at times. This is an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Hissing by Skyler Snow 4 of 5 stars

Hissing by Skyler Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Detroit is home to humans, shifters, vampires and other unknown creatures. Ronin is a vampire and is on a mission and as part of that, he comes across a determined but also rambling and sometimes foolish human omega Ari. He wants to rise up as a journalist and so is trying to break a case so he can write about it. They have to work together to keep the people of Detroit safe if they can work out their differences and listen to the fated thread that connects them.

I enjoyed this story where the two determined men who both wanted to help people and could if they could get past some roadblocks, work together very well. I liked how feisty Ari was and how hard Ronin tried to protect him after getting past his dislike of humans. after they resolved their issues they were a powerful force together that could achieve great things. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and set in the Omegaverse with mpreg.

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Review: Howling by Skyler Snow 3 of 5 stars

Howling by Skyler Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

In Detroit, everyone is either alpha, beta or omega including omega Leland and his boss alpha Nicholas who are also shifters. Nicholas needs someone to pretend to be his fiance so he doesn't have to enter into an arranged marriage and Leland could use the money his boss is offering so one weekend, one deception and then everything can go back to normal. With all of the lies, Leland finds himself wondering what is real and what is acting and their animals keep screaming that they are fated mates but they aren't sure if that is true or not. Will going through with this farce ruin everything they’ve built over the years?

I enjoyed this story with the two men who were so determined to keep their relationship at work in a good state that they ignored the attraction between them and their animals. I loved that they were both very respectful of each other and that they were determined to not damage their friendship. That Nicholas spoke out to protect Leland was a wonderful thing to see and showed that he would do anything to protect his alpha. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and is set in the omegaverse including mpreg.

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Review: Problems: MMMM Mafia Romance by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow 4 of 5 stars

Problems: MMMM Mafia Romance by Brea Alepoú by Skyler Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jack O'Brien is off-limits to Finnian, Ronan and Cian as they all work for his father and are pledged to protect him. But they want him - all three of them. Caring Ronan denies it, wild Cian taunts him and Finnian is the disciplinarian. They will work together to protect their boy and slaughter anyone who stands in their way.

I enjoyed the story of Jack being sent away for his safety, his sassy attitude and how hard the three men fought their need to claim him, but in the end, they had to just go for the inevitable. I loved the way that Jack thrived under their care and tutoring and that put him in a much better place when everything counted. Easy to read, feel and understand. This is an MMMM story with mature content and a form of BSDM-like DDLB dynamic.

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Review: Be Mine, Bloody Valentine by Skyler Snow 3 of 5 stars

Be Mine, Bloody Valentine by Skyler Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Bailey finds his step-brother Alec after he abandoned him to stay living with this monster or a father. As Alex has reinvented himself and is a psychology professor Bailey intends to ruin him to pay him back for everything he has gone through. But looking at him, all he sees in Alex's eyes is love and desire. How far will these two go to move past the events in their history?

This was very dark and a little suspension of belief is needed at times, but they did seem to be happy together in the end. Their way of living at the end was a surprise as I had hoped they would move on from it. There is a lot of violence in this story which matches the story but is a little shocking at times. Easy to read and understand. This is an MM story with mature content.

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Review: His Boy to Tame by Skyler Snow 3 of 5 stars

His Boy to Tame by Skyler Snow
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Farmer Clay writes a letter to Santa on the Cuffd app asking for a bratty boy who is not a pushover and needs nurturing and correction but will love him unconditionally. Ty lives with his parents who are constantly trying to either set him up or get him into a worthy career, but all he wants is to avoid all of that and race on his motorbike. Ty would like a Daddy but he is tired of being used for one night of sex only. Can these two get together?

I enjoyed this story and the caring way that they both looked after each other and the way that their love grew over time with care and attention. I loved Clay's tolerance and Ty's passion for life. I thought it was clever to suggest that Ty might be more than just a submissive and that answered a lot of questions. I was thrilled when Ty's parents came to their senses. A great conclusion to the story. Easy to read, feel and understand. This story features mature content in this BSDM-like DDLB/Ds relationship.

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Review: Dear Daddy, Please Punish Me by Skyler Snow 4 of 5 stars

Dear Daddy, Please Punish Me by Skyler Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Boy Fitch uses the Cuffd app to ask Santa for a Daddy who will take note of his fragile state but also use a firm hand when punishing him when he breaks the firm rules that were set. Then much older Diego who is used to tough work and rough friends sends him a message. Can this Daddy and boy learn to love with a stalker on the loose?

I loved this story with the sensitive boy who was working hard, studying hard and yet also volunteering while also lonely and in need of a special Daddy who could give rules and punish him while doing it with love and care. I loved Diego and the way that he cared for Fitch so much and yet their both had their own communication issues. Easy to read, feel and understand. There is mature content in this MM story with a BDSM-like DDLB relationship with consensual punishments.

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