The Real Baxter (The Baxter Chronicles #1) by Lane Hayes

 

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The silver-fox and the faux bodyguard…

Sebastian

Who’s the true hero behind the Hollywood heartthrob, crime-fighting, adventure-seeking international man of mystery? Me. I’m the real Baxter.

Well, I wear the suit and let the action play out onscreen. You want to know the secret of my success? Sell the story you want to tell. Even if you have to bend the truth a little.

Okay…a lot.

Trust me, no one will notice. Except Trent, who seems to notice everything. And for some reason, I like that. I like him. I’m just not sure what to do about it.

Trent

Look, I’m not exactly killing it. I’m a typical struggling actor-slash-waiter, hoping for a break. And boom…in walks Sebastian Rourke. He’s a cutthroat, wickedly charming silver fox, a Hollywood legend in the making. No joke. You’ve got to sell a piece of your soul to get in this man’s orbit. Or fake a British accent, then take a job playing bodyguard to fool the press. As one does.

I know I should take advantage of the very strange situation I find myself in, but I’m not sure I’m cut out for it. However, I’m willing to take a chance, ’cause I want the real Seb.

Even though it might cost me everything.

The Real Baxter is a MM age-gap, bisexual romance featuring the man who has everything and the actor who’s willing to show him what’s real.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

The Real Baxter is a great start to The Baxter Chronicles series by Lane Hayes. 

Seb, who we met in the Starting From series, is a famous and wealthy Hollywood man. From the start, his relationship with Trent is everything I never saw coming. 

Trent definitely brings out a different side to Seb. And I love it. Seb isn't a bad guy, but love isn't on his mind when he meets the inexperienced actor. He just has a lot going on in his life and isn't looking for anything serious. 

These two are fabulous together. I enjoy the layers to their relationship, as well as the unconventionality of it. 

Their story is hot and emotional in all the best ways. I love the age gap as well as the opposites attract. And damn, these two are complete opposites in every way. 

Of course, there's a fake relationship aspect which is well executed. We all know how Hollywood is about fake relationships. 

The writing is wonderful, with a lot of heart, and a slew of secondary characters who we all have come to love. 

The Real Baxter is everything I never knew I needed. This looks to be the start of another amazing series by Lane Hayes. Be sure to check it out.

Not For Sale by Crystal Lacy

 

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Mistaken for an escort by his student's guardian ...

Jace wants to prove to himself that he can be adventurous. Which is why he's using one of those apps for the first time ever. And the gorgeous guy who just showed up is enough to make Jace let go of all his inhibitions.

Nothing is more important to Theo than being there for his orphaned nephew, even if it means staying in the closet. Luckily, Theo can afford a discreet escort service whenever he needs to scratch that itch. Except this latest escort is ... not at all what he expected.

A case of mistaken identity results in one scorching night neither man can forget. When they meet again, it's impossible not to want more—but being together means risking Jace's career and Theo's relationship with his family. Can Jace and Theo keep their distance?

Not For Sale is a steamy 88,000 word billionaire romance featuring teacher/parent dynamics, light rent-boy role play, and a swoony HEA sure to leave you smiling.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Not For Sale is a fun romance by Crystal Lacy. From the start I easily feel into this read and couldn't put it down. 

These two start off with a crazy meet cute that left me smiling. They're just too cute together. They are definitely attracted to one another, but have some major obstacles in their way. 

Oh, and it doesn't hurt that the sex is hot!

Theo's father is controlling, and holds the care of his nephew over his head. Good god, I love Theo's bond with his nephew and adore every moment with these two. 

Not For Sale is just a fun read. I enjoyed all of this Crystal Lacy tale. It's a nice comfort read. 

Suddenly Beck (Belong to Me #1) by Vawn Cassidy

 

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A surprisingly sweet, sinfully sexy, and deliciously hilarious romp along the Cornish coast.

Nathan Elliott has run away from home at the age of twenty-six. His teenage rebellion may have come ten years late, but better late than never. Leaving behind a world of wealth and privilege, and a strict patriarchal family that would never except a gay son, he’s ready to embrace life and make up for lost time, but nothing’s ever that simple. A coin toss, a delayed train, and a wrong bus later, and Nat finds himself in a small bay in Cornwall being hauled out of the ocean by a gorgeous stranger and wondering how the hell his life got so off track.

Beck Ainsley lives life by a very simple ethos, don’t get attached, don’t get involved and don’t fall in love. He’s been there, done that and got the t-shirt that reads I’m a gullible idiot. Now, he keeps his life simple; all he needs is his dog, his art, his rambling sea cottage overlooking the bay and a few choice waves to surf. He’s not looking for love or commitment, but when he ends up plucking a posh boy from London with incredible blue eyes from the ocean, Cupid doesn’t just shoot him with an arrow, he decides to club him senseless with the bow too.

One simple agreement. A summer fling, a chance to act on the insane attraction between them with no strings attached, and at the end of the summer they walk away.
There’s just one problem, fate is a fickle and capricious creature, and she has no intention of letting them walk away unscathed. They’re about to discover that sometimes the heart wants, what the heart wants…


From author Wendy Saunders writing as Vawn Cassidy, comes this hot and sweet, first time, MM romance that will leave you laughing out loud and fanning yourself from the heat…

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My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Suddenly Beck is the first book in the Belong to Me series by Vawn Cassidy. It's a wonderful, feel good read set in Cornwall.

From the start, this story pulled me in. We meet Nathan under some circumstances that leave him struggling and confused. 

As he says, he's off to find something better. "...I didn't know where I wanted to go, I just knew where I didn't want to be." And thus starts his tale. 

Nathan and Beck are great together. I enjoy the way they meet and the natural way things evolve for them. I love that Nat helps Beck's family while they help him in return. It's all heart-warming and sweet. These men are perfect together and I just love the way they compliment one another.

I love this little small town and all the charming characters, such as Molly. There are so many secondary characters who fully come to life and add to the fun. The setting is wonderful and I could easily imagine living there. But best of all, is the way the town, and Beck's family take Nat in, making him a part of this supportive community and big family. 

Written in alternating first person pov, the author fully brings the characters to life. It's definitely more detailed than I needed. For example, I didn't find the detailed surfing lessons necessary and found myself skipping forward. 

Suddenly Beck is a wonderful small town romance. I am happy with this Vawn Cassidy read and can't wait to see what happens next in this sweet series. This is perfect the next time you're looking for a sweet, small town romance. 

MF - Broken Trust (Pacific Prep #1) by R.A. Smyth

 

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My name is Hadley Parker, and today is the first day of the rest of my life.
Today I start school at Pacific Prep. This is my new lease on life, and I won’t be wasting it.
I need this, now, more than ever. I need the education, the promise of a future that I wouldn’t get anywhere else.
These rich kids don’t like me though.
When Hawk Davenport decides he doesn’t want me here, his friends back him.
Along with Hawk, Westley Warren, Cam Rutherford, and Mason Hayes rule this school and nobody dares go against them.

They don’t know the real me. I won’t back down.


***This book is a reverse harem, meaning the FMC will have three or more love interests.
The book also has trigger warnings for emotional/physical bullying, abuse, violent scenes, reference to self-harm and mature content/swearing, so please do not read if you are easily offended or have the mentioned triggers.
This book is intended for 18+

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Broken Trust is the first book in the Pacific Prep series by RA Smyth. 

Oh, this book is a tough one for me. It's everything I hate in a book. But I couldn't put it down. 

This is a young adult story that is disturbing and dark. It's messy, complicated, and not a sweet story. 

But the writing is full of suspense and intrigue, keeping me turning the pages quickly. I hate the different povs, as it isn't easy and clean. But again, I couldn't put it down.

This world of Pacific Prep is one hell of a messed up one. The boys rule the school and everyone does what they say. Until Hadley shows up. 

And then...things get strange. She bucks the system. She messes up everything for everyone. And nothing is as it seems. 

If you hate cliffhangers, stay clear of this book until the series is completed. 

Broken Trust is fun and hot. RA Smyth will keep you up late into the night with all the layers and twists and turns. And when it ends, I have absolutely no clue what is going on, with the author leaving me clueless about all the mysteries. Well done. But now I hate that I have to try to remember all the details until I get my hands on the next book. 

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She's Still the One

by Kaci Rose

Genre: Contemporary, Billionaire Rockstar Romance

Bro Code Rule #1 – You can’t have your best friend's younger sister.

Austin

What is it that guys I date don’t seem to understand what a causal relationship is?

That doesn’t mean to propose to me. This is why I packed up everything into my car and I’m now heading to my brothers.

Only he’s not there. His best friend Dallas is.

Dammit, he’s the reason none of my relationships have worked out. I compare them all to how he treats me.

When they go on tour and drag me along it’s hard to hide feelings in the small space of a tour bus. But my brother has made it very clear.

Dallas is no good for me. We both risk losing my brother if we go any further.

Dallas

It sucks when you can’t have the one girl you love.

When the band I started with Austin’s brother took off girls were easy. It was less messy having flings.

Then she moves into the house with us.

Even when her brother has made it perfectly clear she is off limits I can’t seem to stay away.

She is still the only one who makes my heart race.

When her life is on the line because of the band's fame can we put our differences aside long enough to save her?

Can I convince them both I’ve changed, and I will be a one-woman man the rest of my days if she just chooses me?

This is a Steamy, Rockstar, Brother's Best Friend Romance. No Cliffhangers.

As always there is a satisfying Happy Ever After.

If you love steamy romances with hot love scenes, and rockstars, then this one is for you.

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My Rating - 5 Stars!

She's the One is a fun rocker romance by Kaci Rose.

Not all rocker romances are made the same, but I am thrilled with this one. It pulled me in immediately. I adore the dynamics between Dallas and his best friend's sister Austin. 

Brother's best friend is one of my absolute favorite tropes, and I'm so happy with this one. The attraction is high, the chemistry is hot, and everything about these two work for me. And the first times together is exquisite. 

I love Dallas' full commitment to Austin. Going from his man whore ways to all-in dedication to her is fabulous. 

I seriously love this book. The friendship issues. The strong bond between friends and siblings. Living together. The tour bus. The concerts. The lack of angst between the couple. It's all awesome. 

This story follows them while they're on tour, adding a lot of entertainment to the tale. Add in some outside angst factors, and I couldn't put this book down. 

She's the One is definitely worth a read when you're in the mood for a band romance. This Kaci Rose book is a fabulous friends to lovers/ brother's best friend romance. This is a must read the next time you're in the mood for either trope.

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Kaci loves romance books and has been jotting down ideas since she was in high school and is now putting the ideas down on paper. She believes in satisfying, happily ever afters with a lot of steam on the way.

She was born and raised in Southwest Florida but is wholeheartedly a mountain girl. She has been reading as many books as she could get her hands on since grade school and loves to travel when she gets the chance.

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Stoking the Fire (Salus Security #1) by Teodora Kostova

 

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"You hired my ex as my bodyguard?"

When Alec left NYC - left me - I was a broken mess. All my days blurred into a continuous haze of alcohol, parties, and meaningless hook-ups.
Until my sister nearly died in a car accident. Her recovery was the wake-up call I needed.
Now, three years later, I've cleaned up my act, sobered up, and finally became the son my father always wished I was - the heir of Van Dorf Media Group.
But being part of one of the most influential families in America has its disadvantages. Like fanatic supremacists trying to kill you.
My father's solution? Hire Alec Bonovich to protect me.
Doesn't matter that he's my ex.
Doesn't matter that just seeing him makes my pulse quicken.
Doesn't matter that he's the only man who's ever broken my heart.
Because Alec is the best.
And he’s the only one I trust to protect me when my life is in danger.


80,000 words.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Stoking the Fire is a riveting bodyguard romance by Teodora Kostova. The first book in the Salus Security series, it's a wonderful second chance tale.

Zach and Alec's romance starts in an easy manner, with everything developing quickly. It had me wondering what was going on, as things seemed too easy. 

Other than Zach's anxiety, that is. Being from a famous family, he's in the public eye. And the non stop criticism is drowning him with panic attacks. It's hard to see happen. 

And then. Oh man, their separation is devastating. 

But after that, things fast forward a few years. Zach's reclaiming his life for himself. He's removed himself from the public eye and goes about mostly unrecognized now. And Alec is no where to be seen.

Until Alec is hired as Zach's bodyguard. Ouch! 

Once they're reunited, it isn't easy. There's a lot of unresolved feelings and plenty of things to say. They also have to deal with danger. Worst of all though are all the things Alec doesn't know about.

Good god, Alec is so good for Zach. He saw what social media did to Zach and he is the only one who can get through to him to take care of himself. 

This is a tale where Zach essentially can't trust anyone. Except his sister and Alec. And oh man, his sister's situation is heart wrenching.

It's full of twists and turns, both in their relationship and in the danger aspect. It's a political power hungry read with threats, blackmail, and attempted murder.

I love the author's writing style, as well as the depth of her characters and storylines. It's written in first person pov, which is my preference. 

Overall, Stoking the Fire is a great second chance romance. Teodora Kostova excels in combining these complicated men and their romance with a lot of danger and a large, ever looming mystery. I'm excited to see what comes next in this series.

Let Me Love You (Love Permit #1) by Gianni Holmes

 

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What happens when a guy who constantly needs rescuing meets his Prince-not-so-Charming?

After bailing on his corporate kingdom due to a very public scandal, the last thing Tate expects is to bump into temptation in the woods. A five feet four, one-hundred-and-twenty-pound guy who reeks of a damsel in distress. In other words, Tate’s kryptonite.

When a sprained ankle leaves him trapped in the woods, Bryan has no option but to accept help from the only man within miles around. But there’s just so much to do in a cabin before boredom kicks in. With only one bed, one brooding inexperienced hunk, and a few days for his injury to heal, it's only a matter of time before things heat up.

Just when Tate starts opening up to Bryan, an unexpected turn of events throws Bryan in the face of danger. To rescue him this time, Tate must leave his fortress in the woods to return to society. Will their brief encounter be enough for them to survive what lurks in the city?

Full of playful banter, lingerie, heels, a slight age gap, devious friends, stubborn exes, mystery, and intrigue, this book will give you a thrilling and swoony experience.

Please note, this approximately 100k word book was previously published as Falling for Mr. Corporate and My Dear Mr. Corporate. Over 20k words have been added to the story for a dual POV of the section which was formerly Falling for Mr. Corporate. Also newly edited. 

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Let Me Love You is the first book in the Love Permit series. Gianni Holmes has revamped the previously released Falling For Mr Corporate and My Dear Mr Corporate and added more to the fun. And what a story it all is!

There are essentially three parts to Bryan and Tate's relationship. 

First, they meet in the mountains, after Bryan has had enough of his abusive boyfriend/boss. Ugh. That man is such an ass. With Bryan alone and needing help, Tate meets him and ends up helping him out. 

What follows is an instant attraction, as the two men quickly fall into bed. And damn, they are hot together. 

Tate's a recluse, with his past slowly revealed. The way Bryan helps heal him and bring him back to life is wonderful.

I love this quote. "Sex is easy...Relationships are different, and I'm not sure I'm any good at it."

Second, once Bryan is ready to return to the city, they have to try to make things work, juggling all the insecurities and doubts involved. Bryan doesn't want to be a kept boy and is desperately trying to make himself self sufficient, while also trying to be with Tate. 

As for the heat, there's lots of it, including some sexy lingerie and some hot rimming. 

Third, there's action and danger, with plenty of twists and turns. There's abuse, assumptions, and plenty of manipulation. 

Both men have a lot of healing to do. Tate's getting over the death of his wife and daughter, but there's a lot involved with that situation and it isn't easy for Tate to deal with. 

And then there's Bryan, who's struggling to deal with the abuse he suffered from his ex, the long term effects of his upbringing, and his need to be dependent. 

All the while they're still dealing with Bryan's ex and plenty of issues with Tate's family business.

I love the author's writing style and her well developed characters. It's easy to fall in love with these men and root for them through all they have to deal with. My only complaint, if I had one, would be the completely different feels for the different parts of this book. It's a little strange, but I didn't let it bother me.

Let Me Love You is a wonderful mix of hurt/comfort, healing, and suspense. Gianni Holmes will definitely leave you turning the pages throughout.

Hold Safe (Biker Daddy Bodyguards #3) by Sue Brown

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HOLD SAFE

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Mo is content with the quiet life. Once upon a time he had his happy ever after, but that ended. Now he’s being asked to guard an ego-driven businessman who has no idea how much danger he’s in. He should say no.

A successful CEO, Joseph is used to most people saying yes. He’s not convinced ‘yes’ is in this bodyguard’s vocabulary. Every decision he makes, Mo vetoes. Joseph is furious. He’s the one in charge. Isn’t he?

They are dealing with escalating danger and increasing tension between them. Joseph is convinced he’s a Daddy. Mo knows Joseph is a boy. Will Mo keep Joseph safe and show him his true place?

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My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Hold Safe is a fabulous age play/bodyguard read. The third book in Sue Brown's Biker Daddy Bodyguards series, it's easily read as a standalone.

Joseph's in danger and is suddenly forced to have bodyguard Mo protecting him. He definitely isn't happy about this, but soon he realizes how much danger he's actually in. 

Joseph's complex, as he's a successful businessman who desperately needs Mo. To protect him. To love him. And to discipline him.

And I just love Mo. The biker parts are so funny, as Joseph is so reluctant in the beginning. Mo's annoyance had me giggling for a while.

And then - Age Play!!! Yes, I love age play romances. I admit this one doesn't have the usual amount of age play that I love, as this one's a little different. There's still plenty of sweetness and tenderness involved. And if you are new to age play, this is the perfect read for you. 

It all starts with the Daddy role. Joseph always thought he was a Daddy but never had much success at it. With Mo's help, he discovers he's actually a little. I adore the simple ways Mo helps Joseph to realize and accept his little side. 

The danger and action aspect of this story is perfectly done. The start with the two men bickering is great, there's plenty of suspense, and I enjoy the way it's resolved. 

The writing is great, as it's fluid and well developed. The characters are wonderfully realistic and lovable. And their storyline is fun and sexy.

Hold Safe is my introduction to this series. Now I definitely plan to go back and read the books I missed. Sue Brown delights in this combo of age play, danger, action, and love.

 

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The room went silent.

“Remember you’re a Holden. Never let another man tell you what to do.”

His father’s words rang in Joseph’s ears as they had done since he had sat an eight-year-old Joseph down in his study and told him that one day he would be the head of a great empire. 

Yet he’d sat like a kid, his cheeks flaming, because some yeti off the mountains had ordered him to. He knew he’d made a huge mistake. He’d lost face in front of a room full of alpha men. He could see that in the smug expressions in the room. Now he’d have to work twice as hard to regain the power.

He was the client, the top dog in the room. Correction. He should have been the top dog. He was the billionaire; they were merely muscle. So why did he feel like a kid playing dress up in his father’s shoes?

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