Your Kind of Man (HeavyLoad! #2) by J.J. Harper

 

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Jem Hayes has a penchant for lacy underwear and makeup.
Nate Allinson likes pretty men and spanking, preferably at the same time.

He doesn’t want a man for more than a scene.
He doesn’t want a warm body for more than one night.
He doesn’t want “more.”

Until Jem.

With his slim body and beautiful face, Jem pushes every one of Nate’s buttons.
After one night of passion and an empty bed in the morning, Nate knows Jem is the one.
Running out was the dumbest thing Jem could have done. He felt the connection but bolted all the same.

Fate brings them back together, but their relationship is put to the test when Jem’s ex returns.
Can Nate’s love heal Jem from his abusive past?

Your Kind Of Man is an MM romance and book two in the HeavyLoad! Series. It contains lots of lacy panties, numerous spankings, and plenty of sexy shenanigans.

The book can be read as a standalone but will be enhanced by reading book #1 My Kind of Man.

Warning: This book contains a small amount of violence.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Your Kind of Man is the second book in the Heavyload! series by JJ Harper. Book one, My Kind of Man, started the fun off with a hot age play read. This time we get a Daddy relationship that's not your typical Daddy read. 

The series can be read as standalones, but the characters are all friends and appear in each others books, so just read them all and enjoy!

Jem and Nate's story is hot from the start. These two definitely have some amazing chemistry. But their relationship isn't all easy going. 

Everything starts with a scene between them, and continues when they run into one another again. They naturally work scenes together well, and both find it all extremely hot. 

Neither man is looking for a relationship, but everything just sort of leads them in that direction. 

Jem is a pretty boy who loves lace, some makeup, fancy clothes, and heels. He's also a boy who's last relationship was abusive and has left him insecure about himself. He needs a Daddy in real life, and Nate is willing to try. But he struggles between being a Daddy versus a Dom. The angst that this brings about is natural and well explored, including the way Jem's past affects him with Nate.

I am impressed with the way the Daddy versus Dom is developed. It's not something I have read much of, and I found it interesting, as well as compelling. The result of their journey is some major character growth. 

Jem and Nate are intense with their love. Their need, want, and connection jumps off the pages. 

This tale has a major off page trigger, so avoid if rape is a hard no for you. 

Your Kind of Man is a beautiful tale of learning to balance your boy's needs. JJ Harper perfectly explores the fine line between being a boy's Dom versus being his Daddy. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a unique Daddy romance. 

My Kind of Man (HeavyLoad! #1) by J.J. Harper

 

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An M/M age-play romance.

Michael knows what he wants. He wants a daddy.

When yet another attempt at a relationship fails, Michael decides to find himself his daddy. The one man that will care for him, nurture him, and love him for who he is. Twenty-six-year-old and successful in his career, Michael knows he’s missing out on life. He’s a quiet, introverted man with desires that seem too far out of his reach. Until he goes to Escape one night.

Callum is tired of being lonely. He has everything to offer the right man.

When forty-year-old Callum is encouraged to visit Escape, his hopes are high, but his expectancy of finding the perfect man is low until he sees a young man nervously looking around the club. Everything about him ticks Callum’s boxes. Shorter than his six-foot frame with blond curls that cry out to be stroked, and a look of anxious longing on his face. Callum is transfixed.
With only a few words exchanged, the two men are hooked, eager to explore everything they have ever dreamed of. Is this a life they can fulfill, or will they find too many obstacles in their way?

My Kind of Man is an age-play story and contains M/M sexual content, spankings, age play, ABDL.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Good god, I love My Kind of Man!  This JJ Harper book is a delicious age play read, diapers and all. I seriously just love it all! It's everything I would ask for in an age play romance. 

Mikey wants to be a little every evening and on weekends. As Michael, he's responsible and works hard. But, as Mikey, he finds his peace. 

And Callum is a wonderful Daddy, super nurturing and loving. 

This is a whirlwind relationship, that starts with a scene in a club. The two men mesh quickly and early on develop into a full time relationship. And I love it. 

Of course, there's some conflict and a tough time being "out" as little. I enjoy the mix between emotion, heat, and decisions. 

My Kind of Man is a must read for fans of age play.  JJ Harper delights throughout this fabulous kink read. With this being the first book in the Heavyload! series, I am thrilled to move onto the rest of the series!

VIP Access (The Road To Rocktoberfest #7) by Morticia Knight

 

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A singing sensation who steals hearts. The wannabe guitarist who worships him. Can true love survive once the tour is over?

Glitter Kink is one of the headlining bands at Rocktoberfest, and Braylin Sinclair can’t believe he’s scored a gig as their guitar tech. He’d rather be their guitarist, but he’ll take what he can get. Plus, how can he resist the opportunity to get up close and personal with Zen Diamond, the flashy singer he’s idolized since he was a kid?

Zen’s reputation as one of the kinkiest rockers on the scene can sometimes overshadow his musical prowess. As the founding member of Glitter Kink, he runs the show. His songs, his rules. The band’s world-wide tour is about to kick-off, however, lately there’s been more ills than thrills.

One night as they’re about to take the stage, everything falls apart. Unless a miracle occurs, the tour will be over and the band’s future in jeopardy. But then a sweet young thing steps up and claims he can save the gig.

Will Zen take a chance on a shy and inexperienced kid? Or will he only allow Braylin to be a star in his bedroom?

Note: VIP Access is the 7th book in the multi-author Road to Rocktoberfest Series. Each book can be read as a standalone, but why not stay and enjoy the whole show? If you like scorching tales of hot rock stars and the men who love them, then you’ll adore the untamed musicians of Rocktoberfest!

My Rating - 4 Stars!

VIP Access is Morticia Knight's contribution to the multi-author series The Road To Rocktoberfest. With this being my first time reading this author, I wasn't sure what to expect. 

Braylin's new on the tour, ending up as part of the band. And with his attraction to Zen, and Zen's desire to take the younger man under his wing, they end up in a BDSM relationship.

There's plenty of heat, including some spanking. 

There's a disgruntled bandmate who can't get his act together. With dealing with the band dynamics, being the new kid in the band, and being in a relationship with a band member, it's definitely a little messy. 

Zen is a total sweetheart who will have you falling in love with him. He's kind, he's patient, and he's caring. He's the perfect one to be a Dom for Braylin.

This isn't super developed, as it's a quick read. I definitely would have preferred more depth, but it's still a good read. 

VIP Access is a good ending to the multiauthor The Road To Rocktoberfest series. The whole series is wonderful. If you haven't yet started the series, be sure to start with Strung Tight to get in on all the fun. 

Star Spanked (Holiday Romance #3) by Leighton Greene

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A famous English chef who's tired of being hunted by the tabloid press.

An American model who's tired of being used for his looks.

An anonymous first encounter in an adults-only club.

And the age gap between them is the least of their problems.

Can Sebastian Fox and Ezra Whitfield find happiness together despite their differences?

My Rating - 3.5 Stars!

Star Spanked is a nice age gap romance by Leighton Greene. The third book in the Holiday Romance series, it's easily read as a standalone. 

Ezra and Sebastian are complete opposites. Their story starts with a hot hookup. From there their chemistry just gets even stronger. 

Ezra's a model who isn't loving his career anymore. He wants to find someone who loves him for who he is and not how he looks. It's definitely an interesting take on his career. The career choices in general are an interesting aspect of their story. One's a chef, the other's a model who can't eat much. It's an entertaining part of their dynamics. 

Ezra's always desired a BDSM relationship, but can't find a Dom worth being with. The kink aspect of their relationship is well done, with Sebastian showing Ezra some new things. And let's just say that the title has the word spanking in it for a reason. 

The age gap is a big deal for Sebastian, as he struggles with thinking a younger man can be with him. This gives us some fun banter that had me giggling. 

The writing is good, with alternating povs, but it definitely isn't heavy on the holiday feels. 

Star Spanked is perfect when you're in the mood for a light into to kink. Leighton Greene entertains with this combo of age gap and opposites attract.

Dakota (Romance & Revolutions #5) by Shaw Montgomery

 

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Just because he’s scatterbrained and distracted doesn’t mean he needs a keeper…right?

Dakota is creative, passionate, and just a little too focused on his work. It’s helped him grow a single book into an impressive series and career, but it’s not helping his personal life. At this point, he barely has a personal life and even his friends are starting to get concerned.

Tristan’s had a thing for Dakota before he ever met the sexy, somewhat reclusive writer, and it only takes one chance meeting to feel the connection between them. That’s also all it takes to see that Dakota doesn’t just need an assistant, he needs a keeper. Luckily, that’s a role Tristan was born to play.

When a distracted, artistic sub meets a Dom with a thing for organization and role-playing, a beautiful masterpiece of a relationship can’t be far behind.

61k words

Story Contains: M/m romantic content, BDSM elements, and non-shifter alpha/omega dynamics.

My Rating - 4.5 Stars!

Dakota is the fifth book in the Romance and Revolutions series. This Shaw Montgomery read is another fantastic BDSM romance.

This time around we get the story of Dakota and Tristan. Dakota's a famous erotica author and Tristan's his new PA. Tristan's an Alpha who Dakota instantly bows to. Apparently when the right Alpha comes along...  And the heat between the two is HOT! 

Damn. Dakota and his new PA Tristan are sizzling together. Tristan naturally fills the role of his Dom and in a delightful game of exploration, they act out sex scenes from Dakota's books. 

Their story involves a kink club, spankings, rewards, and pony fantasy. There are drunk omegas and slave play. Good god, the drunk omegas scene had me laughing hysterically. 

The writing is fabulous, with some delightful characters and a compelling storyline. The emotions are ever present, as well as the heat. As usual, there are plenty of secondary characters who add to the entertainment, most notably Wade, whose pain and grief is devastating.

If you enjoy BDSM romances, Dakota is a must read. Shaw Montgomery definitely delivers in this charming read. It is a wonderful addition to the Romance & Revolutions series. 

Royally Screwed by Lynn Van Dorn

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Take one betrothal gone awry…

Prince Angelo is destined to marry Prince Yuri. Never mind that Angelo isn’t gay and didn’t choose to be saddled with a moony-eyed princeling who is determined to ruin Angelo’s life. Then one day Yuri goes too far and Angelo has to take matters into his own hands.

Add one doomed arranged marriage…

Prince Yuri is destined forever to pine after Prince Angelo. Arranged marriages are archaic and awful enough without being stuck for life with someone you want who will never, ever in a million years want you back. Still, for someone who claims to want nothing to do with Yuri, Angelo is surprisingly possessive.

And you just might get one unexpected romance.

Two men, thrown together by fate and scheming parents, shouldn’t have a prayer of finding a happy ever after. But fate can be fickle, and love can exist where you never thought it could.

Royally Screwed is a 75,000-word M/M novel featuring royalty, a poorly-thought-out betrothal, one prince in need of a firm hand, a second prince who isn’t as straight as he always thought, drunken texting, bickering, practice kissing, odious British nobility, and falling in love despite all the reasons why you shouldn’t. 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Lynn Van Dorn's Royally Screwed is everything I want in a royal romance. This book is amazing!

Angelo and Yuri were betrothed to one another in utero. Theirs was to be a marriage in name only, but Yuri wants a real marriage. With Angelo.

Yuri's attracted to the handsome Angelo, but Angelo has always dated girls. Until one word changes everything. "Sir."  

What follows is one hell of a hot read, with spankings and thongs. It's a story with betrayal, lies, and scandals, along with some great twists and turns. This royal world is filled with some far fetched villains and mischief that keep things interesting.

This is a gay for you tale with sexual exploration, sexual awakening, and the act of coming out. As for Angelo and Yuri together, they make for a unique duo. One certainly wouldn't expect them to fall in love, but it works and it's pure sweet and steam combined. 

The writing is fabulous, with two wonderfully intriguing characters and one heck of an entertaining storyline. The author adds in a lot of banter and humor to keep things fun, along with some light angst. It's a perfectly lovable read. 

Royally Screwed is a delicious GFY read. You can't go wrong with this Lynn Van Dorn tale that's fun, flirty, and has plenty of sex. 

RELEASE BLITZ & REVIEW - Ryder's Guardian (Maiden Voyage #1) by TL Travis & Ann Lister

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Ryder's Guardian by Ann Lister & TL Travis

 

Maiden Voyage, Book 1

For Maiden Voyage guitarist, Ryder Hampton, life is great. He and his bandmates are embarking upon an epic European double headlining tour with their friends from Social Sinners with the band Embrace the Fear opening for them.

Since joining Maiden Voyage in his twenties, Ryder’s life has been a whirlwind of the cliched, “Sex, drugs and monumental doses of Rock ‘n Roll. And he’s loved every minute of it from the sold out shows to the revolving door of bed partners.

Max Hightower has always been a team player. Whether it was working with his team in the Marines or now with the private security company, Ventura Security. These days, his job was to have the backs of a band of musicians. One band member in particular he'd allowed to get too close and now emotions were involved.

Ryder Hampton had left his mark on Max's closed-off heart and now Max's job was in jeopardy. Falling for your principal wasn't safe – nor smart. Neither was missing the mark on protecting him and now Max was guilty of both. The security detail he'd begged his boss for had turned out to be the one that could ruin him and shatter his heart too. Max couldn't allow either option to happen.

Maiden Voyage series must be read in order as each book starts where the last one ended but is from another band members point of view:

1 – Ryder’s Guardian
2 – Derek’s Destiny
3 – Jaxson’s Nemesis
4 – Shadow’s Light

 

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My Rating - 5 Stars!

Oh, how I love Ryder's Guardian, the first book in the Maiden Voyage series by TL Travis and Ann Lister. 

As an avid fan of both authors, who each excel in writing fabulous rock romances, I have been excited for this one since it was announced. And it is everything I was hoping it would be!

I love these guys and their large groups of friends, who are like family. From the very start, I felt like I was back with my own family. They are all fantastic characters who I have come to love over the years. 

This book is the romance between Max and Ryder. Cue the boss/employee, rock god/bodyguard tropes. They are super sweet, funny, and cute as a couple. Their story is hot and romantic, as well as full of action and danger, as they have to deal with a stalker. 

Of course, the forbidden aspect of their relationship adds to the fun with the secrets and sneaking around. 

The writing style is fabulous, as this writing duo crafts multi-layered, interesting, and lovable characters. The storyline is riveting, leaving me up late into the night to finish in one sitting. 

As I mentioned before, with the large group of friends, it is the continued involvement of past characters that make this book so special. These authors have managed to bring together several series, entwining them perfectly. 

And then later, later they go and practically rip my heart out! Commence emotion overload. I am not mentioning specifics, but be warned. 

As a fan of music myself, I love the following lines. "People liked songs that resonated within them...Everyone assimilates lyrics to events in their lives...We are drawn to songs, to lyrics that call out to us for one reason or another..."

Ryder's Guardian is an amazing addition to the resumes of TL Travis and Ann Lister. If you are a fan or rocker romances, this is a must read. I know I'll be adding it to my re-read list and anxiously anticipating the next book in the series.

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        I slid into the plush hotel robe and slippers. As soon as I opened the bedroom door, the wonderful aroma wafting from our food assaulted my senses, “That smells so damn good.” After removing the chrome dome shell that covered it, it instantly made the room smell even better. The plate was packed full and I for one was more than thankful for that. I plopped my tired ass down and dug in and couldn’t help the erotic noises escaping me. “This is better than any orgasm.”

        “Then you’re doing it wrong,” Max said, his eyes were glued to my lips.

“Really? Do tell,” I leaned back in the chair, seductively licking the grease from my fingers while keeping my eyes trained on his, waiting for his insightful explanation. He was taking far too long to spit it out, so I decided to…test his comfort level. I slung my leg over the arm of the chair. The robe slid down, barely covering my junk and leaving my left thigh fully exposed. His eyes heated, even more, than they already were. Through the material I cupped my dick, slowly sliding my hand up it, “please, continue,” I urged him.

        Max growled, standing up so abruptly that the chair went sailing backwards and before I could draw my next breath, he had me pinned where I sat. “Tease me again brat, and you won’t be able to sit for a week.”

        “Promises, promises,” I tsked, poking the bear. Probably not the wisest of decisions but I wasn’t backing down from it. No way, no how. I’d take whatever the big guy dished out.

        Up and over his shoulder I went, across the room in three long strides before my body landed on the bed, “Don’t move,” Max warned me, stripping the belt from around the bathrobe I was wearing. He secured my wrists tightly before flipping me over. The robe was now pushed up my back pooling just below my shoulder blades and putting my ass on full display, “I’ve dealt with spoiled brats before, immature as they were, they still knew not to push me. Now I find myself in a very precarious position with you and it seems I need to teach you a lesson, Ryder.”

        Over my shoulder I stared as he rolled his sleeves up and sat down, pulling me across his lap. “Ryder, I need you to count with me. If you don’t keep an accurate and timely count, I’ll add another swat for every number you pause on. Understood?” When I didn’t respond his hand landed across my right ass cheek with a resounding slap filling the air.

        “Fuck!” I yelled.

        “For having to repeat myself, the number has now gone from five to ten. Again I ask, do you understand me Ryder?”

 

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TL Travis & Ann Lister enjoy weaving erotic webs that transport their readers into the stories they tell.  They love to hear how they get swept away and are held captive with each turn of the page.

To learn more about their literary works, please visit their websites.

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https://www.annlister-author.com

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About Ann:

Ann Lister is a native New Englander currently living in Florida with her husband. She has pulled details from her years living in the New England area and uses many local settings and landmarks in her novels.

After graduating art school, marrying, and raising two daughters, she established her own video production company. Her nearly two decades working in video production included work within the music industry and won her a coveted Telly Award. Her 'behind-the-scenes' exposure to the music world and her love of rock music is the inspiration for her erotic rock star romances.

Her rock star romance, “Fall For Me”, Book One in The Rock Gods series, was a Finalist in the 2013 Rainbow Award and Book Three, Make You Mine, established her as an Amazon #1 Bestselling Author. Her stories focus on what it truly means to love; love unconditionally, love without restrictions or labels, love without fear or judgment – to just simply love.

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About TL:

TL Travis is the published author of a plethora of LGBTQ+ Erotica and Erotic Romance musings that have earned her a “Best Selling Author” status in the US as well as Internationally. In her spare time, when she’s not weaving erotic webs, she enjoys fishing, wine tasting and people watching. Everyone has a story to tell, what would yours be? She’s rescued 4-legged souls in need for as long as she can remember, and would like to remind you to “Adopt, not shop.” Saving that lost soul may very well save yours too.

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RELEASE BLITZ & REVIEW - Unbreakable (Heaven and Hell Club) by Colette Davison

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Book Title: Unbreakable (a Heaven and Hell Club prequel)

Author: Colette Davison

Publisher: Independently published

Cover Artist: Colette Davison

Release Date: November 14, 2019

Genre/s: Contemporary M/M Romance

Trope/s: Fake boyfriend

Themes: Self-belief, stronger together, faithfulness, friendship

Heat Rating: 4 flames

Length: 65 000 words

It’s a prequel to Broken, but can be read as a standalone.

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From fake, to real, to unbreakable.

Blurb

Mac’s life isn’t perfect, but he likes it the way it is: safe and predictable.

Mac works in a struggling pole dancing club at night, and a gym during the day. He’s tired and cash strapped, but content, until a confident twink walks into the club and turns his life upside down. It’s hard to resist when Russel asks him to be his fake boyfriend for one night, in return for double his normal take-home pay.

One date turns into more, as Mac helps Russel get an exclusive that will secure him the job he’s always wanted. But the rich playboy who holds Russel’s career in his hands isn’t going to give him the scoop so easily.

As Mac and Russel spend more time together, the lines between fake and real begin to get blurred, but can their relationship become strong enough to be unbreakable in the face of adversity?

Unbreakable is a fake boyfriend MM romance, with a buff pole dancer who swears like a trooper, a twink who likes to take charge, some spanking, light bondage, and a happy ever after. It’s a prequel story to Broken, but can be read as a standalone romance.

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Colette Davison's Unbreakable is an amazing slow-burn, fake boyfriend romance. I love the author's writing and the story's tone drew me in from the start. 

What starts as a hookup becomes more as Russell hires Mac to be his fake boyfriend for a work event.

Russell and his personality is amazing. A femme man who's into fashion, he's the stereotypical twink. Mac meanwhile is a tall and sexy pole dancer who's struggling for money. I love these two opposites who are fun and sweet together. And even better, they work well in bed, as their wants and desires align perfectly, which for them is extremely important. I highly enjoyed their smoking chemistry and steamy scenes.

What starts as a fake relationship based on attraction, leads to more as the two realize how well they complement one another. Their story includes some pompous and manipulative men, career issues, and some tough decisions. I enjoyed it all.

Written in dual pov, the reader easily gets into the mind of both men, and feels all the emotions along with them.

Unbreakable is a beautiful tale of two men who find one another, thus finding something worth standing up for. This Colette Davison read is a fantastic blend of laughs and cries that will leave you reading late into the night. 

Excerpt 

The city centre was packed, and a steady stream of well-dressed shoppers moved in and out of the posh department store. Mac really didn’t belong there, let alone loitering outside it. He was about to give up and go home—he’d been waiting for almost half an hour—when Russel appeared out of the crowd and flounced up to him.

“You were early!”

Mac narrowed his eyes. “You’re late.”

Russel waved his hand. “Only by a few minutes.” His eyes travelled up and down Mac’s body, full lips pursed thoughtfully. “Are those the nicest clothes you’ve got?”

Mac looked down at his tatty jeans, threadbare coat, and death metal T-shirt. “What’s wrong with what I’m wearing?”

Russel nodded towards the doors to the store. “We might have a problem getting in there. Not to worry.” He looped his arm through Mac’s. “There are plenty of other shops in Leeds. This way.”

Mac opened his mouth to object but snapped it shut again.

“I thought we’d do a bit of shopping and then grab a coffee somewhere,” Russel said. “We need to get a few facts straight before this evening.”

“What facts?”

“How long we’ve been together, what star sign we both are, favourite colours, hobbies… that sort of thing.”

“Is that really necessary?”

“Yes!”

Mac shook his head. Russel probably wasn’t a psycho, but he was a demanding son of a bitch. There was no way he was going to remember those kinds of stupid details about a fucking stranger. He kept his thoughts to himself. Russel was paying him, and that was all that mattered.

About the Author 

Colette’s personal love story began at university, where she met her future husband. An evening of flirting, in the shadow of Lancaster castle, eventually led to a fairytale wedding. She’s enjoying her own ‘happy ever after’ in the north of England with her husband, two beautiful children and her writing.

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