Omega Chattel (The Omega Misfits #5) by Wendy Rathbone

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At Zilly’s Chattel Farm, Alli is seen as an upstart Omega. But in reality, he is the victim of a brutal house-dad who wants to control him. Threatened with being institutionalized when he turns eighteen, Alli runs away.

Tarin is an Alpha who runs a small school from his own home for wayward Omegas. Three or four students at a time are all he can handle and his home is full. But when he meets Alli on the streets, he is compelled to bring him home.

Alli wants a better future for himself, better than selling himself on the streets, so he agrees to be a student, when what he really wants is Tarin himself. Tarin doesn’t sleep with his Omega students, and the one exception he made broke his heart.

But Alli is persistent. And not only does Tarin have a weakness for broken young men, there seems to be a spontaneous bond forming between them. The combination is turning hotter faster than they can keep up.

Non-shifter omegaverse, fated mates, age gap, virgin, knotting/bonding, high steam, HEA.

My Rating - 4 Stars!

Omega Chattel, the fifth book in The Omega Misfits series, is a delightful omegaverse read. 

This is a wonderful read, as Alli escapes the omega chattel and is searching for safety outside. Meeting Tarin sets his life off on a new path. 

Alli's past is well established, with the pain and suffering he saw and experienced. Tarin's past is also well explored, as he is a savior who likes to help omegas who need his help. 

This one is a little different than the typical fated mates read. This isn't that instant "My Fated Mate!" moment. Rather, the smell of one another is part of what attracts them. But, these two connect when Tarin helps Alli, and eventually they realize they're fated mates. It's definitely a more realistic take on the aspect, despite nothing being realistic about Omegaverse stories. 🤣 

There's plenty of emotion, as Tarin has been "in love" with a different omega. But, damn, these two are meant to be and are great together. Their story has a lot of heat once they make a move. 

I continue to enjoy the author's writing style. Written in alternating 1st person pov, the reader follows the main characters feelings and motivations throughout. The world building continues to be an important part of this series, and the author does a great job with adding to this world each book. 

Omega Chattel is an enjoyable read. This whole Wendy Rathbone series is definitely recommended to any fans of non-shifter omegaverse romances. 

Gareth's Boy (Meadowfall Firefighters #2) by Anna Wineheart

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No one expects lace in a laundry room to change their life.

At twenty-one, Flores Williams has a few things his (non-existent) friends don't: a police record, abusive parents, and a colorful hobby. But the worst thing about being independent? Breaking an expensive washing machine right before your ballet audition. Flores needs clothes, he needs a job, he needs a miracle.

As long as that miracle isn't Gareth Brown.

Ten years ago, Gareth lost his husband to a car accident. These days, he hangs around with his firefighting team, trying to fill the void in his heart. When his friend makes a request, Gareth agrees: Watch Tim Williams' son. Flores is a criminal, and Gareth thinks he can stop that boy from going back into jail.

But Gareth isn't prepared for Flores to call him Sir. Add to that the fact that Flores has never been kissed. And that Gareth increasingly wants Flores to be his boy. Gareth shouldn't—he's far older. He's promised Tim that he wouldn't get involved with Flores.

As fate drags them into a whirlpool of lace, sweet punishments, and an accidental pregnancy, will the growing fire between Flores and Gareth draw them closer, or will the demons from their pasts burn them to the ground?

Gareth's Boy is a 82,000-word standalone non-shifter age-difference MPreg romance, featuring a protective firefighter, hurt/comfort, and a broken soul who learns to smile again. HEA guaranteed!
Warning: This book contains so much heat, it'll fog up your windows. Try to stay cool!!

A May/Dec MPreg romance.

No one expects lace in a laundry room to change their life.

At twenty-one, Flores Williams has a few things his (non-existent) friends don't: a police record, abusive parents, and a colorful hobby. But the worst thing about being independent? Breaking an expensive washing machine right before your ballet audition. Flores needs clothes, he needs a job, he needs a miracle.

As long as that miracle isn't Gareth Brown.

Ten years ago, Gareth lost his husband to a car accident. These days, he hangs around with his firefighting team, trying to fill the void in his heart. When his friend makes a request, Gareth agrees: Watch Tim Williams' son. Flores is a criminal, and Gareth thinks he can stop that boy from going back into jail.

But Gareth isn't prepared for Flores to call him Sir. Add to that the fact that Flores has never been kissed. And that Gareth increasingly wants Flores to be his boy. Gareth shouldn't—he's far older. He's promised Tim that he wouldn't get involved with Flores.

As fate drags them into a whirlpool of lace, sweet punishments, and an accidental pregnancy, will the growing fire between Flores and Gareth draw them closer, or will the demons from their pasts burn them to the ground?

Gareth's Boy is a 82,000-word standalone non-shifter age-difference MPreg romance, featuring a protective firefighter, hurt/comfort, and a broken soul who learns to smile again. HEA guaranteed!
Warning: This book contains so much heat, it'll fog up your windows. Try to stay cool!!

A May/Dec MPreg romance.No one expects lace in a laundry room to change their life.

At twenty-one, Flores Williams has a few things his (non-existent) friends don't: a police record, abusive parents, and a colorful hobby. But the worst thing about being independent? Breaking an expensive washing machine right before your ballet audition. Flores needs clothes, he needs a job, he needs a miracle.

As long as that miracle isn't Gareth Brown.

Ten years ago, Gareth lost his husband to a car accident. These days, he hangs around with his firefighting team, trying to fill the void in his heart. When his friend makes a request, Gareth agrees: Watch Tim Williams' son. Flores is a criminal, and Gareth thinks he can stop that boy from going back into jail.

But Gareth isn't prepared for Flores to call him Sir. Add to that the fact that Flores has never been kissed. And that Gareth increasingly wants Flores to be his boy. Gareth shouldn't—he's far older. He's promised Tim that he wouldn't get involved with Flores.

As fate drags them into a whirlpool of lace, sweet punishments, and an accidental pregnancy, will the growing fire between Flores and Gareth draw them closer, or will the demons from their pasts burn them to the ground?

Gareth's Boy is a 82,000-word standalone non-shifter age-difference MPreg romance, featuring a protective firefighter, hurt/comfort, and a broken soul who learns to smile again. HEA guaranteed!
Warning: This book contains so much heat, it'll fog up your windows. Try to stay cool!!

A May/Dec MPreg romance.No one expects lace in a laundry room to change their life.

At twenty-one, Flores Williams has a few things his (non-existent) friends don't: a police record, abusive parents, and a colorful hobby. But the worst thing about being independent? Breaking an expensive washing machine right before your ballet audition. Flores needs clothes, he needs a job, he needs a miracle.

As long as that miracle isn't Gareth Brown.

Ten years ago, Gareth lost his husband to a car accident. These days, he hangs around with his firefighting team, trying to fill the void in his heart. When his friend makes a request, Gareth agrees: Watch Tim Williams' son. Flores is a criminal, and Gareth thinks he can stop that boy from going back into jail.

But Gareth isn't prepared for Flores to call him Sir. Add to that the fact that Flores has never been kissed. And that Gareth increasingly wants Flores to be his boy. Gareth shouldn't—he's far older. He's promised Tim that he wouldn't get involved with Flores.

As fate drags them into a whirlpool of lace, sweet punishments, and an accidental pregnancy, will the growing fire between Flores and Gareth draw them closer, or will the demons from their pasts burn them to the ground?

Gareth's Boy is a 82,000-word standalone non-shifter age-difference MPreg romance, featuring a protective firefighter, hurt/comfort, and a broken soul who learns to smile again. HEA guaranteed!
Warning: This book contains so much heat, it'll fog up your windows. Try to stay cool!!

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Gareth's Boy, book two of Anna Wineheart's Meadowfall Firefighters series, is a wonderful mpreg read.


This is a story that starts with lace and gets ever hotter. Yum!

Gareth and Flores are two men who both know loss. One lost his husband, one his mentor, and both have been greatly affected by these losses. Some of the moments that focus on these losses are tear-jerking and tough to read.

Flores is a broken man, with parents who've never even shown him love. Gareth is tasked with watching over Flores, leading to Flores not trusting him at all. The complex family issues are well done and are extremely emotional. Both men are affected and have decisions to make.
The writing is good, with two well developed complex characters and a whole lot of tenderness and emotion. I was hooked from the start, but it's a long book with a slow pace at times.

Their story includes lace as well as dresses. It includes an age difference, which adds a lot to the tale. And, it includes a marker that leads to a super steamy scene. Damn, Gareth and Flores are super hot together. Expect intense chemistry and some smoking firsts, and some hot rimming.

One of my favorite lines is "...Gareth wanted to see what Flores would look like when he finally remembered to smile."

My absolute favorite however is the snake moments. I couldn't stop laughing. Caleb is an adorable little kid who is truly hysterical, adding tremendous amounts of love and humor to this book.

Gareth's Boy is a great mpreg read. This Anna Wineheart book is a wonderful story of getting a second chance at love. It's a beautiful story of finding someone who believes in you and encourages you in life. 

Fixer-Upper (Vale Valley, Season 3 #15) by E.E. Silver

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King is not your typical sweet omega merman. He’s infamous for his explosive temper and his ability to let it ruin his life – which is why he’s in Vale Valley, jobless, homeless, and staying with his cousin and her husband, the sheriff of Vale Valley. He isn’t planning on take a job helping the new single dad in town remodel a house, and he really isn’t counting on the alpha being the one person he’s been waiting his whole life for.

When baby Anya came into his life, Jonah sold everything he owned in order to move to Vale Valley and open a daycare so he can build a life for the two of them. Anya and a run-down house on the lake are all he has, and wants, in this world. That is, until he meets a prickly omega with more than his fair share of baggage and kisses that melt Jonah’s brain every damn time.

But both men are hiding secrets that could destroy the fragile trust they’ve been building, and King’s determined not to let fate tell him who his mate should be. Even if Jonah is everything King’s ever wanted.

Fixer-Upper is the 16th book in season three of the popular Vale Valley series, where summer romance is in the air all year round, families are well-meaning even when you want them to go away, and surprise babies can be just what’s needed to help a couple of lonely souls build a home together.

A Summer Romance. 

Review 

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

EE Silver's Fixer-Upper is everything I usually avoid in a book; shifters and multiple types of shifters to be exact. But damn, it's really good. And I certainly am in love with the cover!

King and Jonah are an interesting pair who meet in Vale Valley. Both men have their share of secrets, but they can't resist one another. King's an omega merman with a large family history, and Jonah's an alpha who's raising baby Anya by himself.

As Jonah is working to open a daycare, King is around to help him. The men face their share of family issues, in addition to recovering from bad relationships in the past. The two are definitely great together, as well as hot, with some steamy scenes. Their tale is full of secrets and lies, which cause some decent angst throughout.

One of the great surprised is that King and Jonah don't stick to their usual stereotypes. I really enjoyed this surprise. As well, these two truly want to be together based on their time together, not just because of their fate.

My first EE Silver read, I was impressed with the writing. The pace is good, with a great flow. The characters are well developed, and the storyline is definitely entertaining. 

Overall, Fixer-Upper is a super cute book. I don't seek out books like this, but I really enjoyed it. It really focuses on the couple and their growing relationship, rather than the fantasy side of their worlds, which is a plus to me. Now I'm excited for the winter novella staring King and Jonah.

Walk Tall (Assassin's Claws #1) by Susi Hawke

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Watch out for the Assassin’s Claws…

Clay Moreno is a paid killer, just like his four brothers. It’s the family business—they fight together, they die together. Whether they’re working as a group or alone, they are a tight unit who protect their own.

Clay drew the short straw on their latest mission: assassinate the American president. He knew the case was going to be tough, but the last thing he expected to find was his mate… the president’s own son. The fact that he began the case with plans to seduce his way into the White House via that same son is beside the point. What his mate doesn’t know shouldn’t hurt him…

Nick Jackson is lonely and ordinary in a family of overachievers. He doesn’t want to do photo ops for the press, prep for the next year’s tests over the summer or any of the hundreds of other things his mother hassles him about. All he wants is to relax after his first year of college, work on his tan… and maybe find a boy to flirt with.

This is the first in a new series of short reads. Note: While mpreg exists in this world, we won’t have a birth in every book. This book contains killer cats, ninja bunnies and a life-changing mating bite. Get ready for naughty-knotty fun and low-ball humor as only Susi Hawke can provide. 

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Susi Hawke's Walk Tall is the first book in the Assassin's Claws series.

As with everything Susi writes, the storyline is amazing, the characters are compelling and likeable, and the flow is seamless. I love it all!

Clay is sent to assassin the president, and uses the president's son, Nick as his way into the white house. What Clay didn't expect however, is that Nick is his true mate. 

They are so damn cute together, and their story is full of heavy conflict, as Clay is a shifter, and Nick is someone who knows that shifters exist, despite it always being kept a secret. I love this flip from traditional shifter romances. Their relationship is fun and flirty, with a lot of humor as Nick doesn't know everything about shifters. It's always fun when a non-shifter starts to learn more and more about shifters.

Their story is full of danger, romance, action, and sex. And, omg, the knotting scene is fantastic!

I absolutely love Walk Talk and highly recommend it, even to those who don't love shifters. It's just sweet and hot, entertaining and riveting. I can't wait for more of this series!