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Triple Trouble by Jesse H. Reign
Two dude-bros, one beautiful femme boy, and a game of gay chicken that goes badly awry…It’s fair to say my best friend Mat and I are looking for trouble when we head out for a wild night on the town, and boy, do we find it. We find it in the form of Trouble, a guy with long, silky black hair, doe eyes, and thick, fleshy lips... -
Naked Games by Roe Horvat
Completely naked, Curtis is stumbling through a dark maze at a sex club while three strangers hunt him. Scary? Except he wants to get caught. The hottest game ever! One epic night turns into a weekend, and he keeps coming back for more. George, Jack, and Ethan. Each different, all of them blindingly perfect. He’s just their toy, but he loves it... -
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... -
Catalyst by Aurora Crane
Detective Quinn Hughes doesn’t have many regrets in life, but Sebastian Devlin is the biggest. As a cop and a defence lawyer, the deck was stacked against them to start with, but Quinn was the one who left a burning inferno behind him... -
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Sugar Bunny by Colette Davison
Can a no-strings fun-times relationship with two older men lead to real and lasting love?With the My Kinky Housemate app, I've found a place to live with seven like-minded guys. My new start and a chance to make my dreams come true aren’t turning out like I hoped. A housemate has the solution—become a sugar baby... -
Finding Ian by Riley Hart
JordanHookups have always been my thing, and expanding new ways of playing has me . . . curious. The idea of submitting to someone's total domination and care? It feels right when not much else in my life has.DavidDominance and submission have always been things I need in my life--even when it made me lose someone I loved... -
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... -
Josh’s Jackpot by Anna Sparrows
A Daddy, a dom, and a Little walk into The Grove. What could go wrong…or right?Detective Josh Walker has been walking a tightrope, suspended between his deepest desires and what he feels people expect from him. Add an embarrassing condition and a punishing job, and it’s a recipe for disaster...Categorized as:
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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... -
Eternally Blessed by Garrett Leigh
LockeThree is the magic number. I gave them my heart, and they gave me theirs. But the downside of living my best life is that I have everything to lose. And sometimes it’s not the obvious thing that can rip it all away.It’s fate.It’s chance.It’s the worst luck in the world for the soul who least deserves it, and the one cruelty I can’t take.The one storm we can’t weather.I’m not a religious man... -
Stubborn Boys by K.M. Neuhold
Alden has always liked a challenge, and what could be more difficult than not one, but two stubborn boys?Five years ago the military returned me home short one leg with scars covering one side of my body. I learned to live with it, I built a new life for myself, and I found a way to love the new body I was given… there’s just one thing I can’t accept... -
Rough Heat by Marina Vivancos
Leo is used to taking Omegas through their heats, what with being a sex worker and an Alpha. When he gets hired by a couple to help with the Omega’s rougher-than-normal heats, he doesn’t think much of it. It’s just another job, after all.Omega Josh and Alpha Damon are obviously in love. They have everything Leo has ever wanted—safety, acceptance, tenderness... -
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... -
Head Shy by Kate Sherwood
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDan's early life left him with some complicated emotions - it's lucky he's got two understanding lovers and a totally annoying best friend to help him work through it all. This story is set between The Date and the epilogue of Out of the Darkness... -
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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... -
Who We Love by Claudia Y. Burgoa
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsUSA Today Bestselling Author Claudia Burgoa pens a thought-provoking emotional duet that works through the angst of finding love amidst past hurts and the pain associated with not belonging, not fitting in.I grew up knowing that the way I love is a sin.But how can something so wrong feel so blessedly right?Some people can’t drive fifty-five. Me?I’ve never done simple... -
Our Love: The Story by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen had his whole life become so miserable?Bishop knew something had to change when the only bright spots in his life were his online friends. So when a chance to visit one came out of the blue, he knew it was fate…and fate had a plan that involved the guys at his favorite online store, Leashes & Lace... -
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... -
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
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsDear Cupid,I’ve been a very good boy all year... -
Coffee, Cops, and Tattoos by Athena Steller
Coffee, Cops, and Rocky Lake Littles Book 3Adam Carter is too big, too busy, and too tired to ever find the Daddy that he dreams about. He's had his heart broken one too many times to ever want to try again. With his two best friends, his job, and his schoolwork, Adam is fine with how he's living his life... -
The Other Side of Here by E.M. Lindsey
“I’m a man of regrets, my love. I can always think of a thousand ways I could have done things better. But I don’t regret him.”Married for nearly two decades, Luca and Sebastion know what they want from life and from love, but they certainly don’t expect the shake-up that is Alexander Thomas... -
Ballads of Lines Blurred by Michelle Dare
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe Rhythm GuitaristWith his guitar in hand, Slater’s right where he’s supposed to be. Off stage, he battles severe anxiety. Very few bother to look deeper than his profession. When two men do, he can’t turn away.The DeejayMilo’s happy going through life without being in a relationship. He loves his job, his family, and his friends. How he ends up dating two men, he’s not sure... -
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
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... -
Master Zane's Boys: An MMM Age Gap/Daddy Romance by Morticia Knight
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMaster, Daddy, protector. Zane will do anything for his boys…As the owner of Boston's Club Sensation and mentor to the kink community, Master Zane does whatever he can to help those in need. When Ryan, his boy and Little, begs Zane to assist a young homeless man in trouble, he doesn't hesitate... -
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... -
Endeavor by Ava Olsen
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsChallenging the status quo in Hollywood doesn’t make me the most popular director in showbiz lately. Suing a former studio exec for almost ruining my life twelve years ago, even less so. But I’ve worked hard to get where I am, I’m not staying silent anymore. While filming my latest movie in Thailand, I get word that my legal case is moved up and in addition, there’s another threat to my life... -
Jalen & Colby: An MMM Christmas Daddy Romance by HJ Welch, Helen Juliet
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOne Daddy, two boys, and the epic road trip that brings them together ANDREASWhile selling a bunch of stuff that’s been sitting in storage here in Sydney, I end up with two guys aggressively bidding on the same childhood toys. I worry I’ve got a fight on my hands until I realize they’re actually best friends trying to buy them for each other as a Christmas gift... -
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Learning to Run by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratings“How do you know if you’re a hostage?”BatesHis boys ask the most interesting questions, but Bates wouldn’t have it any other way. They’re fabulously curious and wonderfully unique, and they’re quickly becoming the center of his world even though they haven’t technically known each other very long. But there are definitely more important things than time when it comes to falling in love... -
Starting Line by Crea Reitan
Every game begins with a good starting line. Ethan I’ve been secretly married for eight years. Why is it a secret? Because having an open marriage splashed all over headlines isn’t a good look. We’d constantly be under the spotlight; our lives and relationships judged. That’s not the kind of hockey player I want to be known for. Especially because we play for different teams...Categorized as:
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Scary by J.M. Dabney
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWelcome to Twirled World Ink where the crazies run the asylum. Gene Sheridan earned the appropriate nickname when Legend Gib Phelps employed him at Twirled World Ink—Scary. No one made it out of his old neighborhood without scars both mental and physical... -
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... -
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Shared Secrets by R. Cayden
His brother’s two best friends, and an HEA worth fighting for…I’ve had a crush on Blake and Casey since I first started getting crushes.My older brother’s best friends, they practically lived at our house growing up. And when I was an awkward tween, I truly believed they were the coolest people on this unworthy planet... -
Lyrics of Love Unheard by Michelle Dare
The DrummerDash loves being behind his drums. Playing with his brother and best friends is a dream come true. He thinks he has it all, then two men enter his life and change everything.The DancerAs one of the top dancers at Untouchable, Romeo knows how to grind his hips to have the members handing over big tips... -
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... -
A Little Bit Sheltered by Simon Strange
Do I even know who I am?Ross was the jock that I worshipped in high school. The guy that I thought about for years afterward. And when he and Cal first called me up on video chat, I thought I would die when they wanted to do more than just talk about old times...Now, with the order lifted, I'm seeing them regularly... -
The Princess by E.M. Denning
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTaylor Bennett wants his brother’s best friends.Taylor is the youngest of three kids. He’s a cook at the family diner, a plant dad, a devoted son, and irrevocably in love with his brother’s best friend. Both of his brothers’ best friends, actually. But they’re in a relationship with each other, one that’s supposed to be a secret... -
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
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... -
More than Need by Aurora Crane
One surprise visit changes everything, and three men find out what it means to need.Problems come in threes. That’s why Riley Sinclair has two rules in life: no relationships, and no inviting anyone into his home...Categorized as:
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Notes of Unspoken Words by Michelle Dare
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe Lead GuitaristCasper loves two things—his guitar and his stepbrother, Reed. Being in a band with Reed is both amazing and torturous. If only Casper could get out of his own way and tell Reed how he feels.The Lead SingerReed’s passion is music, but he’d give it up if it means staying in Casper’s arms...Categorized as:
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Simon Says by Honey London
Identical twins Cole and Maddox have lost touch, but a weekend wedding has them sleeping in the same room for the first time in years. Hot and horny, they are both looking for a hookup, but what they find--in the form of the prettiest twink God ever created--is a hell of a lot more than they bargained for... and exactly what they each need... -
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No Good Deed by Marie Sexton
Charlie Garcia has spent his life helping others. For years, he’s provided free healthcare for his neighbors and served as a counselor for his friends and their partners. He loves being the go-to guy, except when it results in him falling for the wrong man... -
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
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... -
Soft Hands by E.M. Lindsey
Rated: 3.96 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThere are a few things Nolan Ouellet has come to accept about himself.One: that his future with the NHL was irrevocably destroyed thanks to his reckless actions as a teenager destroying his knee.Two: that he will never fall in love because the very idea of it sends his skin crawling.Three: he will bed as many NHL players as humanly possible before he retires his game... -
Inevitable by Briar Prescott
The three of us were never impossible. We were always inevitable.When Drew meets Ezra, he doesn’t expect much. A one-night stand and a quick goodbye in the morning. That’s how these things usually go. Only there’s nothing usual about Ezra and the connection that forms between them.When Ezra meets Drew, he doesn’t expect much. A distraction and parting as strangers after a night of meaningless fun...Categorized as:
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Taming Tyler by A.E. Jensen, E.L. Ough
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe best things in life come in threes...TylerTurns out that burning down your married lover’s beach house is a felony in California–one that even my rich stepdad, Dale, can’t get me out of. So, six months of community service it is. Guess your boy just gotta put on his big boy panties and suck it up. Not ready to get Boris the Beast as a prison boyfriend just yet.I didn’t see him coming, though...
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