Broken Rules: MM Steamy Romance Series by Damian Ezra Locke

When college student Noah crashes his car late one night, the last person he expects to see at the hospital is Marcus—his estranged father’s best friend and the rugged, brooding mechanic who always seemed just out of reach. With nowhere else to turn during his recovery, Noah reluctantly moves into Marcus’s home.But living under the same roof awakens a storm neither of them can ignore. Each glance lingers too long, every touch sparks something dangerous... moreWhen college student Noah crashes his car late one night, the last person he expects to see at the hospital is Marcus—his estranged father’s best friend and the rugged, brooding mechanic who always seemed just out of reach. With nowhere else to turn during his recovery, Noah reluctantly moves into Marcus’s home.But living under the same roof awakens a storm neither of them can ignore. Each glance lingers too long, every touch sparks something dangerous. Bound by guilt, loyalty, and an undeniable pull, Marcus fights the attraction with everything he has. Noah, tired of hiding, isn’t willing to walk away.As tension builds, one night shatters their fragile restraint. But when old loyalties collide with newfound love, the risk of losing everything becomes painfully real.Can Marcus find the courage to claim the man he’s always wanted? Or will fear force them apart forever?One house. One broken boundary. One forbidden love that refuses to fade.Will they fight for what’s right—or what they truly need? less

Shy violinist Eli never expected his private lessons to become the most intimate journey of his life. When he signs up for instruction under the guidance of the older, enigmatic Gabriel Laurent, Eli hopes only to refine his technique—not to awaken a longing that runs deeper than any melody he’s ever played.From the first touch of Gabriel’s hand adjusting his posture, to the commanding warmth in his voice, Eli feels himself drawn into a space of trust and surrender he never knew he craved... moreShy violinist Eli never expected his private lessons to become the most intimate journey of his life. When he signs up for instruction under the guidance of the older, enigmatic Gabriel Laurent, Eli hopes only to refine his technique—not to awaken a longing that runs deeper than any melody he’s ever played.From the first touch of Gabriel’s hand adjusting his posture, to the commanding warmth in his voice, Eli feels himself drawn into a space of trust and surrender he never knew he craved. Gabriel sees through the walls Eli has carefully built, offering him a haven where vulnerability is met with unwavering care.But stepping into this new dynamic means facing more than his own fears. The outside world, friends, and family won’t easily understand the bond growing between them—or the powerful desire Eli feels to submit completely.As their connection deepens beyond the confines of the studio, Eli must find the courage to embrace his needs and claim a love that challenges everything he thought he knew about himself.Will he risk it all to follow the pull of his heart and the music of surrender? less

Liam Shaw never meant to become a target. Blowing the whistle on a senator’s corruption turns the young political aide into public enemy number one—and paints a bullseye on everyone he loves. Enter Caleb Hart, an ex-special forces operative whose calm intensity makes danger feel almost bearable. Caleb’s mission is keep Liam alive until the storm passes... moreLiam Shaw never meant to become a target. Blowing the whistle on a senator’s corruption turns the young political aide into public enemy number one—and paints a bullseye on everyone he loves. Enter Caleb Hart, an ex-special forces operative whose calm intensity makes danger feel almost bearable. Caleb’s mission is keep Liam alive until the storm passes. But isolation in a remote mountain safehouse turns proximity into slow-burn temptation, and every stolen glance chips away at the walls both men built to survive their pasts.Liam sees more than a bodyguard in Caleb’s steady eyes; he sees the first man who might understand the loneliness beneath his bravado. Caleb sees more than a client in Liam’s fierce resolve; he sees a chance to protect something that finally feels worth the risk. When a betrayal from within Liam’s own circle shatters their fragile peace, the pair must rely on each other’s strengths to outsmart a killer who always seems one step ahead.Dodging bullets is second nature to Caleb—trusting his heart is not. Standing up to power is familiar terrain for Liam—surrendering to desire is uncharted ground. As threats close in and passion ignites, they must decide if love is the boldest move of all.Can two men scarred by duty and deceit fight for a future that was never part of the plan, or will the cost of protecting what’s forbidden be a price neither can pay? less

Hunter Vale and Damon Pierce have built their empires on fury and competition. For years, the rival tech CEOs have clashed in boardrooms and battled for headlines, each determined to outdo the other. Their rivalry is legend, their hatred undeniable—or so they’ve told themselves.When a twist of circumstance forces them to share a suite at a high-profile summit, the walls between them begin to crack. Late-night arguments bleed into charged confessions... moreHunter Vale and Damon Pierce have built their empires on fury and competition. For years, the rival tech CEOs have clashed in boardrooms and battled for headlines, each determined to outdo the other. Their rivalry is legend, their hatred undeniable—or so they’ve told themselves.When a twist of circumstance forces them to share a suite at a high-profile summit, the walls between them begin to crack. Late-night arguments bleed into charged confessions. A storm outside mirrors the one between them, until fury spills into a kiss that neither man can forget.But desire doesn’t erase suspicion. Every whisper of a corporate merger, every headline linking their names, threatens to unravel the fragile connection they’ve built in private. Trust is a dangerous gamble in their world, and one wrong move could ruin not only their companies but the fragile chance at something deeper.In public, they remain rivals. Behind closed doors, they burn. When passion collides with pride, when vulnerability fights with ambition, can two enemies risk everything to choose each other? Or will the fire that drew them together be the very thing that tears them apart? less

Jamie Rivers thought he’d buried the past years ago. A rising novelist with scars that still ache in the quiet, he has sworn never to look back—especially not at the man who shattered him. But when fate throws him into the same glittering gala as Cole Bennett, the firefighter who once held his heart, old wounds crack open…and the spark that never really died roars back to life... moreJamie Rivers thought he’d buried the past years ago. A rising novelist with scars that still ache in the quiet, he has sworn never to look back—especially not at the man who shattered him. But when fate throws him into the same glittering gala as Cole Bennett, the firefighter who once held his heart, old wounds crack open…and the spark that never really died roars back to life.Cole has spent years trying to be the steady, reliable hero everyone sees, but behind the uniform is a man haunted by the one love he lost. Seeing Jamie again is a shock he isn’t ready for, and resisting him proves impossible. One night of catching up turns into a dangerous game of temptation, stirring up memories of laughter, passion, and heartbreak.Neither man has forgotten how good it felt—or how badly it ended. With the weight of past mistakes pressing down, trust is fragile and desire is combustible. As they circle each other with fiery banter and simmering tension, Jamie and Cole must face the question they’ve both can two broken hearts truly learn to beat as one again, or are they destined to repeat the same painful ending?A steamy, emotional second-chance romance about love, regret, and the courage to risk everything one more time.How many nights can you share with the one who once destroyed you…before you admit you never stopped loving him? less

Ethan Carter built his life on discipline, control, and a relentless pursuit of success. Law school was supposed to be the next step on his carefully planned path—until the day he walked into Professor Hayes’s lecture hall. Charismatic, brilliant, and untouchable, Hayes was everything Ethan knew he shouldn’t want. Yet from the very first glance, sparks flared in ways neither could ignore.What begins as tension across the classroom quickly deepens behind closed doors... moreEthan Carter built his life on discipline, control, and a relentless pursuit of success. Law school was supposed to be the next step on his carefully planned path—until the day he walked into Professor Hayes’s lecture hall. Charismatic, brilliant, and untouchable, Hayes was everything Ethan knew he shouldn’t want. Yet from the very first glance, sparks flared in ways neither could ignore.What begins as tension across the classroom quickly deepens behind closed doors. Office hours become a battlefield of intellect and desire, every heated debate pulling them closer until restraint finally shatters. But giving in has consequences—on campus, whispers grow louder, rules tighten, and the weight of discovery threatens to destroy more than reputations.Hayes has spent years protecting his career and the integrity of his classroom, but Ethan tempts him past every boundary. For Ethan, walking away feels impossible; for Hayes, holding on may mean sacrificing everything.In a world where love is forbidden and desire is a risk, how far would you go to claim the one person you can’t stop wanting? less