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A Family Chosen: Volume 2 by Sloane Kennedy
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 12 ratings***Note that this bundle includes books already available as single titles*** Save $2 if you buy the bundle vs the individual titles in each bundle! Come meet my amazing extended family of men, the Protectors and the Barrettis! Since all of my series cross over with one another, I've gotten many requests to bundle my bestselling books by reading order... -
![Gilliflowers by Gillibran Brown]()
Gilliflowers by Gillibran Brown
‘Fasten your seatbelts for another round of domestic adventures with houseboy Gillibran Brown. In his own words: ‘think of me as a gay male version of Flora Thompson writing not so much about Larkrise to Candleford as Arsehole to Breakfast Time. The BBC will never commission it as a series, but there you go, it’s their loss... -
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![Uncomplicated by K.M. Neuhold]()
Uncomplicated by K.M. Neuhold
Two men with a rocky history, and one with an all-consuming love for both of them. Sometimes I’m so lonely I swear I can’t breathe. I bring men and women into my bed to chase away the ache, but it never seems to help. I want something real, something lasting, but I’ve never been more afraid of anything in my life...Categorized as:
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![Curiosity by Carly Marie]()
Curiosity by Carly Marie
A Dom, a pup, and a little walk into a club… what could go wrong?Trent has spent the better part of his life in love with his best friend, Logan. When their short-lived romance falls apart, he knows it’s for the best. He’s a Dom and needs more control than Logan can give him.Logan knows Trent needs more than an excitable pup not looking for a Master... -
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![RULE by Nicole Edwards]()
RULE by Nicole Edwards
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI’m known to the Hollywood elite as The Fixer. Others refer to me as a Sin Eater. Whatever they call me, people know my name. Some even talk about me as this mythical creature who can make miracles happen, provided those miracles are unethical and usually illegal. But I don’t have a unique skill set. I’m merely a man in possession of a broken moral compass.I won’t apologize for who I am... -
![Embracing Faith by M.A. Innes]()
Embracing Faith by M.A. Innes
Two’s company and three’s a crowd, right? Not when you’ve got a genius who knows that sometimes it takes more than two people to make a family. Cody’s been waiting years for his sexy former professor to take the leap and ask him out. Unfortunately, Cody’s youthful looks and the fact that Jameson has known him since he was fourteen aren’t helping the situation any... -
![Curiosity by Carly Marie]()
Curiosity by Carly Marie
A Dom, a pup, and a little walk into a club… what could go wrong?Trent has spent the better part of his life in love with his best friend, Logan. When their short-lived romance falls apart, he knows it’s for the best. He’s a Dom and needs more control than Logan can give him.Logan knows Trent needs more than an excitable pup not looking for a Master... -
![Lesson In Trust: Part One by Kay Elle Parker]()
Lesson In Trust: Part One by Kay Elle Parker
It takes a strong man to share the love of his life...One night of kinky bliss at Black Light leads Evander Ledston to the woman of his dreams. He has everything he's ever a job that satisfies, a bank account that doesn't complain, and now, a sweet and wonderfully submissive woman who doesn't know the power she holds over him... -
![Winter's End by Cora Flynn]()
Winter's End by Cora Flynn
Cascade Falls Population: 3279 And that’s about how many lies we’re uncovering in our tiny town. The deeper we dig, the dirtier it gets, and no one, not even my parents, are innocent. Thankfully I’m not alone; five unlikely men and I have banded together to try to unbury the truths that plague our piece of paradise. The man who broke my trust is now my charming savior... -
![Screwed by Jayne Rylon]()
Screwed by Jayne Rylon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe original Powertools crew is back in a brand new series! Joe has it all--a gorgeous wife, two amazing children, four best friends who are also sometimes lovers, and a booming construction business. He never expected to face some sort of midlife crisis. But somehow, he finds himself longing for even more... -
![Impact by Tymber Dalton]()
Impact by Tymber Dalton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratings[Siren Sensations: Erotic Consensual BDSM Menage a Trois Romance, M/M/F, with M/M, caning, HEA] Tilly, Landry, and Cris all thought their lives had settled down and they could relax. Great careers and emotional healing lead Tilly to believe they have a charmed life. In her heart, however, she still mourns the fact that she can never have children... -
![Confessions: Ethan by Ella Frank]()
Confessions: Ethan by Ella Frank
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsEverything in the world is about sex except sex.Sex is about power. ~ Oscar WildeDesire. Dominance. Sex.Ethan Holt is in the business of all three.He believes that any fantasy can be created, and that any kink should be explored.Why wouldn’t he, when he has several of his own?Control. Ethan has to have it.In his job at The Office. In his relationship with Zayne... -
![Adrift by Leigh Lennon]()
Adrift by Leigh Lennon
What happens when two men lose the love of their life?DavenportI thought I found where I belonged with my husband and wife. Everything was perfect until we lost her on the same day our son came into this world. Together, we tried to stay strong and focused on bringing her dream to life, but maybe it’s finally time for us to follow our own dreams... -
![Zayne by Ella Frank]()
Zayne by Ella Frank
Rebellion is necessary for development of character. ~ Cynthia VoightImpatient. Impulsive. Rebellious.Zayne Copeland’s been getting in trouble for as long as he can remember.But if trouble goes by the name Ethan Holt, he’s quite okay with that.Why wouldn’t he be, when Ethan has been the one to show him what love is?From boys to men. From school to The Office... -
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![Midnight Ink - Boxed Set by Jayne Rylon]()
Midnight Ink - Boxed Set by Jayne Rylon
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsOne tattoo shop in one infamous city sets the stage for 8 ALL NEW stories about resolutions, kink, love and ink. Get ready to let the good times roll!Jayne RylonReport For BootyWhen Burke Levine got marching orders, he couldn’t bear to make his girlfriend Chavon White a military widow... -
![Catch Me by Mia Monroe]()
Catch Me by Mia Monroe
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIt’s never worked with two. Is three the magic number? Cairo has been my bestie for years. He’s sexy, charming, and absolutely gorgeous. Even though the attraction is strong, my track record taught me to keep the line between friendship and more intact.But then Luca entered our world with his southern drawl, bedroom eyes, and sexy smirk, quickly making a play for not one but both of us... -
![The Wild Tour by Erin O'Kane, K.A. Knight]()
The Wild Tour by Erin O'Kane, K.A. Knight
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWelcome to The Wild Boys, where all your wettest dreams come true. Life on tour is like nothing you can ever expect. G-strings, baby oil and innuendos are rife...and that’s only from the boys. Being a manager of an all male strip show does have its perks though and life is finally getting back on track for us. My job is going well and my love life is like a romantic comedy.. -
![Jordan by Michelle Dare]()
Jordan by Michelle Dare
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsMy days and nights were spent running successful legal and illegal businesses. As the mafia boss of East Dremest, I had a reputation to uphold. Falling for two men was a weakness I didn’t want.The people I loved before were no longer above ground. Circumstances arose and they were a risk I had to extinguish. Nothing good came from me loving another. I didn’t want to do so again... -
![Grind by Jayne Rylon]()
Grind by Jayne Rylon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe original Powertools crew are back in a brand new series! The crew has overcome enormous odds to live and love together, but can it survive being divided? Devon, Neil, and James know where they’re needed most is in Middletown, working on Mike and Joe’s new construction team. Because in addition to their careers, the Powertools’ intimate bond is in jeopardy... -
![B is for Beg by Colette Davison]()
B is for Beg by Colette Davison
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsA photographer, a rope artist, and a model. Can three create a beautiful romance?B is for Beg is the story of three men discovering that shibari, blindfolds, sexy lingerie, and rules can change everything. It's the second of three steamy, low angst novels, which follow each of the ABC triplets as they find love. You can read Archie and Corey's stories in A is for Aftercare and C is for Comfort... -
![Dear Cupid by K.M. Neuhold]()
Dear Cupid by K.M. Neuhold
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsDear Cupid,I’ve been a very good boy all year... -
![Sinfully Theirs by Serena Akeroyd]()
Sinfully Theirs by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFor little Miss Nobody, a love this unique is more than she'd ever dared expect... * Mona is Miss. Average. Her ass isn't the tightest, her job sucks, and she's still getting over her divorce. Life is one long round of work, work, and more work until, one day, she accidentally falls into the arms of an ex-Marine... -
![Come When Called by Piper Trace]()
Come When Called by Piper Trace
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsEvie has made a deal with the devil.She has a safe-word. She has a way out. But her submission to him is her only way in...**********Billionaire Ford Hawthorne is cool sexuality and dominance, his best friend, biker Charley Baker, is warm muscles and affection, and Evie is the lucky girl in the middle... -
![PHOENIX CLUB: The Complete 15 Books Series by CJ Bishop]()
PHOENIX CLUB: The Complete 15 Books Series by CJ Bishop
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFREE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED! To celebrate the month of love, THE PHOENIX CLUB series is bundled together for the first time. Over 600,000 words, more than 1,000 pages of hot, scorching MM romance. Discover why this series has more than 100 5* reviews combined.. -
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![Love, Never-Ending by Michele Notaro]()
Love, Never-Ending by Michele Notaro
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJax~ Years ago, I picked myself up and started a new life after having my heart broken. And now I love it, I love my life. But it still isn’t enough. Something is missing. When I meet Symon for the first time, I know there’s something special about him, and I can’t help but wonder if he’s my missing piece. But everything’s confusing because my ex shows back up in my life... -
![Her Italians by S.C. Daiko]()
Her Italians by S.C. Daiko
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTwo alpha Italians. One Sassy American.SefiGo to Italy, they said.It will be interesting...Little did I realize HOW interesting.Marco and Alessio are committed to each otherBut they also want me.A fling with them turns into way too much fun.Until another man sets me in his sights.One thing's for sure... Marco and Alessio in protective mode are even more gorgeous... -
![Free Pass on Halloween Night by Chara Croft]()
Free Pass on Halloween Night by Chara Croft
A sex slave on a leash is the last thing I would have thought of to distract me from my ex. That’s the nice thing about my roommate, though. With him around, I don’t have to be the one to think of all the good ideas.CAIN: Jackson wants to dress me up in a leather harness tonight, and since I kinda like doing what he says, I’m down with that. I’m no Dom, though... -
![Sincerely Yours by Lizzie Fox, Sariah Skye]()
Sincerely Yours by Lizzie Fox, Sariah Skye
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEvan Michaels: Everyone thinks being a rock-star is glamorous. They couldn’t be more wrong. I’ve been abused, mocked, and ridiculed all in the public eye. I live for weeks on end in a smelly tour bus, my family is the worst, and all I have is my playboy manager, Christian, for company. So, I get bored and sit on social media. No big deal... -
![Hotter Than Ever by Elle Kennedy]()
Hotter Than Ever by Elle Kennedy
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 37 ratingsWhen you land in hot water, swim for safety—or let the fire burn. An Out of Uniform StoryClaire McKinley has just experienced every bride’s nightmare. The groom is a no-show, and now she must face five hundred guests alone... -
![More Than Anything by E.M. Denning]()
More Than Anything by E.M. Denning
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJoe Carpenter’s parents have pressured him his entire life. He’s always needed to do more and do it better, but as hard as he tries, he can’t seem to keep his head above water. When a friend makes an offhand comment about finding a Daddy, Joe initially scoffs at the idea—until he doesn’t. Through mutual friends, he meets not one, but two gorgeous men who are looking for somebody just like Joe... -
![Safety In Numbers by Jessie G., Andrew Reyna]()
Safety In Numbers by Jessie G., Andrew Reyna
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“Bro’s stick together no matter what.” When Chris and Liam made that promise, they had no idea how important it would become or how it would be tested in the most brutal way. Nine years later, their bond cemented in blood, that relationship is all they have to hold onto. Or is it? “No matter what happens, this friendship will be the one constant we can count on... -
![Unveiled by Christa Wick, Tessa Wood]()
Unveiled by Christa Wick, Tessa Wood
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI've got a giant secret no one knows about. Well, two secrets, if you count my spending the last decade stuck hopelessly in love with my brother's best friend, a man who’s spent most of his life seeing what comes of a not-happily-ever-after ending between two people. Interestingly, the fact that my heart is stubbornly holding onto this ill-advised crush is actually related to my other secret...Categorized as:
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![Love Him Wild by E.M. Lindsey]()
Love Him Wild by E.M. Lindsey
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe first time Parker Alling set eyes on his future husband, he was eight years old, and he punched him in the face. It was the moment his life with Ronan Hedrek was tied together in knots that could never be undone. Of course, things weren't always easy... -
![Dare to Hope by T.M. Smith]()
Dare to Hope by T.M. Smith
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDare to Hope An All Cocks story Tristan is the second oldest of the Brennan brothers and the odd man out. Most of the Brennan men have careers in law enforcement, but as a psychiatrist, Tristan chooses to help people in a different way. Quiet and restrained, he is content to hover in the background of his more gregarious brothers... -
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![My Three Crushes by Bianca Vix]()
My Three Crushes by Bianca Vix
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSometimes it takes getting lost to find what you really need.Getting stuck in the snow might be the best thing that ever happened to me.Especially when I end up sharing same bed as the three hot men I find tucked away from the rest of the world in their cabin. They aren’t what I expected. And they certainly weren’t expecting to have me crash into their own private world... -
![Finding His Daddies by Skyler Snow]()
Finding His Daddies by Skyler Snow
CarsenI don’t like the idea of living with such a young guy. They’re impulsive, reckless, and this one is definitely hiding something. My boyfriend wants to give him a chance, a home. I’m not so sure that’s a good idea. Even if I can’t keep my eyes off him.LukasCarsen might object to it, but we need to take care of this boy. He’s lost. He’s confused... -
![Lies like Rubies, Part Two by Poppy Jacobson]()
Lies like Rubies, Part Two by Poppy Jacobson
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe deal was simple--protect my daughter in exchange for my body. But this city turned their promises into lies.My entire life, I've been nothing more than a perfect mafia princess, a pawn for men to further their ambitions. Three men whispered sweet nothings to me and swore they'd stop at nothing to keep me and my daughter safe. But when the worst happened, no one was there to save me but myself... -
![Sound of Us by A.M. Arthur]()
Sound of Us by A.M. Arthur
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJake Bowden didn’t expect to be settling into a strong, loving relationship with another guy at only twenty-three years old—never mind with two. His chemistry with Cris is as strong as ever, while things with Charles are more like a simmer than a heavy boil. Charles says he’s perfectly content to go at Jake’s pace, but Jake isn’t sure slow is what he wants anymore... -
![Learning to Walk by M.A. Innes]()
Learning to Walk by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsWeirdest neighbor ever…but he has an addicting smile and he was helpful in explaining Brady’s…well, Brady’s love of interesting things. Craziest way to ever be asked out on a date…but Gareth is happy and the nosy neighbor is nice…and a good kisser. Best first date ever…and the best apartment building ever.Everyone sees meeting a potential date for the first time a little differently... -
![The King's Maiden by Elle Parker]()
The King's Maiden by Elle Parker
Twenty-five thousand dollars to let some entitled, rich guy boss me around for a month?Sign. Me. Up.Most days, I did that for free and called it being female.But it turns out the rumors circulating campus are true.A secret society wants to pay me for their privilege.Life has thrown me nothing but lemons since I lost my father.Crippling student loans. Unpaid medical bills. Overdue rent... -
![Dual Wielding by Allyson Lindt]()
Dual Wielding by Allyson Lindt
ReeseI’ve loved Danny for as long as I can remember. As a friend. As a band mate. As more. We had a good run as a couple, but I walked away for fame. Talk about a big-time screw-up. No wonder I'm almost forty, still single, and singing in dive bars for beer tickets.DannyWhen Reese and I split, I was adrift without an anchor. I climbed into the bottom of a bottle and made myself at home... -
![Stable Hand by A.E. Lister]()
Stable Hand by A.E. Lister
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsBook One in The Braided Crop Ranch series. BDSM/MMM/Erotic romance.The Braided Crop Ranch is looking for stable hands. But this is no ordinary horse ranch. They cater to men with a certain interest. An interest involving harnesses, tails, and trainers... -
![The Wild Interview by K.A. Knight, Erin O'Kane]()
The Wild Interview by K.A. Knight, Erin O'Kane
Rated: 3.92 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI have been working hard my whole life for people to take me seriously. After all, women ‘don’t belong’ in the music industry. However, when an interview goes wrong, I am offered a once in a lifetime opportunity, to manage The Wild Boys, an all-male strip show featuring bad boys with an even worse reputation. It’s now my job to fix it, if I can keep my hands to myself... -
![I Wished for You by Colette Davison]()
I Wished for You by Colette Davison
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThree wishes. Seb wants to be happy. Matt wants to find ‘the one.’ Connor wants them. Two drunken kisses. Seb didn’t plan to kiss Matt and Connor, but he doesn’t regret it, even if it has changed their friendship forever. Matt has never considered dating a man before, let alone two. Despite his confusion, being with Seb and Connor feels right. One uncertain future... -
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![Just Looking by Roxanne Riley]()
Just Looking by Roxanne Riley
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsShe was just looking for her birth mother.But instead she may have found a whole new kind of family.Astrid Lucas has been searching for information about her birth family for years. When she finally finds a scrap, an address, she leaps at the chance. So she packs up her bags and drives across the country in the hopes of finding answers about her life... -
![Between the Stacks: Behind the Lens by T.L. Reeve]()
Between the Stacks: Behind the Lens by T.L. Reeve
Rated: 3.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLyra JenkinsMy dorm burned down. Not because of carelessness, on purpose. After being taken to the hospital, I answered a school ad for housing. Who knew I’d get paired with the sexy librarian or that he would change my life forever? Cole FarmerWorking for Behind the Lens gave me the opportunity to explore my sexuality more. Having my step-bro, Scott with me... Even better... -
![Crazy Kinky Dirty Love by K.A. Merikan]()
Crazy Kinky Dirty Love by K.A. Merikan
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsBy buying the box set, you save 40% of the price!XXX’d is a series of short stories revolving around the sex life of a young, kinky couple. Dan and Kyle don’t hesitate to go through with even the dirtiest and least politically correct of sexual scenarios. Each short focuses on a particular fantasy... -
![Summer Heat by Jay Northcote]()
Summer Heat by Jay Northcote
A summer fling is an ideal cure for a broken heart. But when it’s with your best friend, things get complicated. When Adam is dumped by his boyfriend, a week away at a beach resort seems like a great opportunity to get over his ex. Sun, sea, and no-strings sex will be just the boost he needs to move on with his life. Adam’s best friend, Finn, agrees to accompany him at short notice... -
![Citywide by Santino Hassell]()
Citywide by Santino Hassell
Rated: 3.81 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA record-breaking heatwave engulfs the Five Boroughs, and emotions run as hot as the temperatures.In Rerouted, Chris Mendez is trying to live a drama-free life. That doesn’t include another threesome with Jace and Aiden Fairbairn. But then a citywide blackout leaves them trapped together, and Chris is forced to re-examine everything he thought he knew about relationships and his own heart... -
![Nowhere to Hide by Jaye Pratt]()
Nowhere to Hide by Jaye Pratt
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThanksgiving was supposed to be simple —just a chance to enjoy some home-cooked meals and reconnect with family. What I didn’t anticipate was the return of my brother’s three best friends. Years ago, I had the biggest crush on them, but I convinced myself I had moved on.When I stumble upon a mysterious card for an exclusive website that claims to make your wildest fantasies come true, I sign up...
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