Review: Duty and Desire by K.C. Wells 4 of 5 stars

Duty and Desire by K.C. Wells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gio, a creatively blocked and burned-out individual, seeks peace and inspiration at a friend's bungalow in Bora-Bora. There, they unexpectedly meet Nick, a quiet, intense, and handsome stranger who is completely unreadable. Their connection is immediate and powerful, leading to a whirlwind romance filled with laughter, longing, and deep affection. However, their paradise is shattered when Gio discovers Nick is not just an ordinary man; he's hiding from his destiny, and his past is about to reclaim him. Nick disappears without warning, leaving Gio heartbroken. When Gio uncovers the truth about Nick's identity and his world, they are faced with a difficult choice: abandon the love they found or fight for a relationship that Nick's world deems impossible. Despite their intentions, fate and love prove to be beyond their control.

This story was full of powerful emotions as the two men met, fell in love and then struggled with the implications and limitations of the real world. The other characters were well placed and written. The letters were very emotional and could bring you some tears. I loved the ending and that change was possible although it happen a little too fast. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: The Bait by N.R. Walker 4 of 5 stars

The Bait by N.R. Walker
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When three mysterious men appear in their quiet town of Tallowwood, Harry and Asher immediately suspect trouble, especially since Asher's informant and oldest friend, Yunho, is uncharacteristically silent and unreachable. Their search for Yunho leads them to Thailand, only to discover he's missing. Pulled back into a dangerous world of espionage and murder, Harry and Asher embark on a global race to find Yunho and uncover the mastermind behind his kidnapping. With a long list of enemies and a complex web of past entanglements, they must quickly determine who is hunting whom.

I loved this story with the two men who were drawn back into their previous lives as they worked to free their friends. As part of that they learnt new information and understood that they had been lied to and betrayed for years. Lots of passion, emotions and feelings that were easy to feel and understand. There was a lot of violence in this story. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Running Back by Charity Parkerson 4 of 5 stars

Running Back by Charity Parkerson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Jakk, a professional football player, finds his career in jeopardy after being publicly outed. His new agent, Rocky Zeal, is willing to help, but he also embodies Jakk's every fantasy, presenting a dangerous temptation. While Jakk is out, he's not ready to be open about his private life, fearing it will cost him everything, yet Rocky quickly eases his fears. Rocky, a former basketball player who lost his career after coming out, now dedicates himself to helping openly gay athletes navigate professional sports. Despite his experience, Jakk is the only client who has truly gotten under his skin. Rocky deeply desires to believe Jakk won't hurt him, even though his past suggests otherwise.

I enjoyed this story with the deliberate outing of Jakk and the subsequent fallout. Thankfully it meant that Jakk and Rocky met and were able to have a relationship in as normal manner as they could. Lots of emotions and feelings in this story covering the hurt of being outed and then their relationship. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Broken Wheels by K.C. Wells by Parker Williams 5 of 5 stars

Broken Wheels by K.C. Wells by Parker Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Someone wants Dr. Josh ‘Wheels’ Malone dead, and it's up to CrossBow Operations Manager Dixon Meeks to protect him. Dixon is secretly pleased with the assignment, as he's been interested in "Doc" for a while and will do anything to keep him safe and gain his attention. After a second assassination attempt, Josh is forced to reveal a deeply classified and dangerous project to Gary Cross and Michael Kennedy—a project he thought was long gone but has been resurrected and is now more lethal than ever, threatening thousands of lives. As Josh struggles to keep pace, his priorities shift to atoning for his past, identifying the culprit, saving the world, and holding onto Dixon and the life they're building, which has come to mean everything to him.

I loved this story with the mixture of tenderness, drama and danger. The relationship between Josh and Dixon was passionate and tender. The plot was complex and shocking yet also easy to imagine that it could happen in the future. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Broken Warrior by K.C. Wells by Parker Williams 5 of 5 stars

Broken Warrior by K.C. Wells by Parker Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gary Cross, a former military man scarred by war, lost his career and love, leading him to build CrossBow Protection, a top-tier bodyguard service. His personal assistant, Michael Kennedy, has endured Gary's difficult demeanour for nearly a year, proving more resilient than his predecessors. When a government protection assignment puts everything Gary has built at risk and brings danger to their doorstep, they realize the stakes are higher than ever. This time, however, Gary is determined not to let go of what he holds most dear, even if it means immense personal cost.

I loved this story with Gary who was broken by the US military and the death of his partner Eric. Michael was a breath of fresh air and his verbal take downs of powerful people were just inspired and made me laugh out loud. This story gripped me from the start to the finish. Lots of emotions and feelings between them both as their relationship stopped being just as employer/employee dynamic. This was an MM story with mature content.

** Please read the trigger warnings **

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Review: Captivated by K.C. Wells 4 of 5 stars

Captivated by K.C. Wells
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Zeeb Nolan has built a quiet, fulfilling life at the Salvation ranch, surrounded by open skies and a found family that accepts him unconditionally. Though content, he yearns for deeper connection—someone to come home to. Nate Caldwell arrives at Salvation for equine therapy, burdened by trauma and wary of people. Trust doesn’t come easy, but horses might be a start. When Zeeb is assigned to help Nate adjust, he anticipates resistance—but not the deep pull he feels toward Nate’s quiet strength. As Zeeb patiently chips away at Nate’s defenses, a fragile bond forms. Zeeb sees the bravery in Nate’s vulnerability, and Nate begins to believe that maybe, just maybe, he’s worthy of love—and of Zeeb.

I loved this story of the two men who were drawn together even though Nate had been seriously damaged by his experience in his childhood. Zeeb was so understanding and careful with Nate that falling for him seemed inevitable. I loved the comparison between Nate and a scared horse. A very emotional story so be prepared to cry. Easy to feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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Review: Seven+Four by Paulina Ian-Kane 5 of 5 stars

Seven+Four by Paulina Ian-Kane
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sariel Bear-Stone has spent his life entwined with his foster brother, Uriel Mahoe, who is also his protector and an unrequited, never-ending crush. Sariel believes Uriel, a sociopath, can't reciprocate his feelings, despite thinking he knows everything about him. However, recent revelations about Uriel have caused Sariel to distance himself, though moving on has proven difficult. A string of disastrous dates, a rat infestation, and a dangerous stalker eventually force Sariel back into Uriel's overprotective care. Sariel, no longer naive, craves something dark and desperate that Uriel seems unwilling or unable to provide. With his other brothers having found their partners, Sariel questions if he and Uriel are fated to be together or to die side by side. Uriel, for his part, sees Sariel as "My Sari," "My Baby Blue," and definitively "Mine."

I loved this dark story with the two men who in their own way loved each other deeply (and obsessively). After what they both went through it was no surprise that they both had a need for darkness in their lives. There were lots of complex feelings and emotions as they sorted out their relationship as well as finding out more about the family's enemy. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content.

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