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Three single dads looking for love that is right before their eyes.Mattie's life is as perfect as it could be without a partner. The one person he wants is oblivious, but he doesn't want to rock the boat and change how things are. When his life irrevocably changes by the appearance of a baby on his doorstep, he calls in his best friend to help. After all, Jordan had a child of his own; he knows what to do. Right?Jordan's life is as perfect as it could be minus a lover or two. His best friend, Mattie, is amazing; his ex is amicable, which is great as they have an eight-year-old son together; and he loves his job. Helping Mattie with his newfound daughter is a dream come true, and their bond grows into more with this new dynamic, but why does it feel incomplete?Bray's life is as perfect as it could be while withholding himself from the truth. He's retired military, loves being outside, and when it comes to children, has a heart the size of all the oceans put together. He creates wooden toys for the children's hospital, and when Jordan comes asking for help for his son's new hobby, he can't say no. Throw in Mattie and his beautiful daughter, and it's more than he can resist.But merging three separate lives into one cohesive family is harder than it seems.Mattie is an MMM romance in the Single Dads of Gaynor Beach series. It follows a shy lingerie shop owner, a wild but adventurous lifeguard, and a rough and ready woodworker as they work their way through the trials of a new triad relationship.

His secrets catch up with him, but luckily, protection is in his blood.Dominic has big shoes to fill. His promotion to the Lead Protection Officer for the king came at a price no one wants to think about. However, it's something he is very aware of. When his past comes calling, he has to make even more split-second decisions, and he's terrified of the potential consequences. Not for himself, but for those he cares about and protects. Including a certain PA who's never too far from his thoughts.Randall has been the King's personal assistant for many years. It's long hours and extremely busy, but he loves it. Even after being held prisoner by a twisted man hell bent on revenge, it didn't diminish his love for the job or the people he works for. But he never imagined falling in love. Especially with someone ten years younger than him. But love is love, right?When Dominic's secret comes to light, he has to shore his defences against those people who would use it against him. And the harder he falls for Randall, the more chinks in his armour appear.How can he keep everyone safe when the clock is ticking?Protecting his Past is a kinky, age gap romance with a handsome, secretive bodyguard and a personal assistant, who thinks he's too old for love.

What happens when you add a vet, a shelter worker and a gorgeous pug named Spencer? As a vet, Heath interacts with many people, but none who could become more. Every date or relationship has fizzled out. He wants someone who enjoys the same things he does and who doesn't feel like hanging out with him is a chore. Everyone tells him to be patient, but he's fed up with waiting.Moving to an area where he knew no one is perhaps not Rory's best idea. He jumps at the opportunity to escape the disappointed looks he receives daily from his parents. Four hundred miles later, Rory needs some friends. As much as he is happy with the company of the dogs at his shelter, he wants more. He needs more.Their love of animals provides them with the perfect opportunity, but someone gets in their way.A low-angst, MM romance about having the patience to wait for what you want... and need.

Will the magic of the pantomime rub off on its performers?Declan has been acting, singing and dancing since he could walk, but nothing comes close to the thrill of working in a pantomime with the beauty and wonder of Christmas around him. When Declan trades kisses with a younger actor, he panics and pulls away.Micah loves the theatre. Everything about it sings through his blood. Falling for his co-star was not in his plan, but maybe he can find love this Christmas. When they begin their performances, Declan's behaviour throws that idea into the wind until Micah becomes ill, and Declan is the one to nurse him back to health.What stops Declan from giving Micah his heart and building something magical?An MM romance about sexual awakening, an age gap and the joy of Christmas.

Charlie is living the life he wants, except for one thing: he needs someone to take his virginity. Working his way up the management ladder at Crush doesn't leave much time for hooking up. The support he receives from his family means everything to him, but they can't help him with this.Josh had plenty of time to sow his oats at college, but he chose to stay true to his boyfriend. An art student with a place at university waiting for him, he has little to complain about until he finds his boyfriend in a compromising position. After ending their relationship, he seeks comfort in his family - the one thing that never lets him down.Every corner exposes new secrets, which shake the foundations of the family. Charlie and Josh find solace in one another, crossing boundaries they never expected to. But between blackmail and assault, what are they even fighting for? And who will stand with them?Find out what happens when they knock down the first domino in a long line of changes set to test their loyalty and put them on a path neither anticipated.

Three stories about the ups and downs of love, life and work within the Daddy/boy lifestyle.¿¿Includes:¿¿¿¿ Love Me, Daddy is a heartwarming tale of being at the right place at the right time and taking a chance on someone. Just because Nathan is homeless doesn't mean he's up to no good. Street living is hard, but he does what he needs to. When Loren decides to help him out of a situation, he realises he could have something he never thought he'd be able to.¿¿¿¿ Soothe Me, Daddy tells the journey of two work colleagues, who try to keep things platonic, but things don't quite go to plan. Henley is new to the job, but he's quick to learn and a total charmer, whereas Isaac has been doing the job for a long time and prefers to stick to the rules. Apart they're indispensable, but together they're combustible.¿¿¿¿ Spoil Me, Daddy is a story of fate and coincidence and being willing to fight for what you believe in. Zaire has been hurt many times in the past, so he's been living two separate lives. When he meets Aaron, he chooses to have what he's always wanted and what they both yearn for, but someone doesn't agree with their decisions.

Zaire split his life in two when an argument broke his family apart. Unwilling to risk it happening again, he hides part of himself depending on his situation. It's only at home he can be who he wants to be without repercussion. He wants - no, needs - a Daddy to settle him, soothe him, spoil him.Aaron has been searching for a boy for years. Some have come close, but none have completed him in the way he needs. His hopes for a life full of laughter and caring is overshadowed by a lack of boys within their community. He wants a boy to spoil. To love. To cherish.A chance encounter ends with a verbal reprimand, a second coincidental meeting shows them what's right in front of them, and the third time's a charm. Right?Are they willing to let go of their preconceived notions and allow the other person to fill a gap in their lives?A low-angst MM Daddy/boy romance

Being homeless makes finding a safe Daddy experience difficult, which is confirmed when Nathan is injured after calling out the word during a liaison. When Loren steps in to help, Nathan lets the man take charge, but he won't ask for what he really needs, not when the reaction could be so extreme.With many failed relationships in his past, Loren yearns for the perfect boy to cherish, but it's a fantasy in more ways than one. Nathan's vulnerability calls to his protective instincts, but he refuses to cross the line until he finds Nathan's need is very real.When Loren assumes control, they explore their way through this new dynamic, and Nathan needs to decide if he's going to be Daddy's good boy or not.Meeting in imperfect circumstances, Nathan and Loren end up being exactly what the other needs.This is a low angst, sweet Daddy/boy romance

Soothing his boy is a pleasure in more ways than one...Isaac is worn out from the clubs, the scenes, the boys who say they want a Daddy then change their minds. When he's given the responsibility of training the most obedient guy he's ever met, Isaac is hooked. But does the guy even know what a boy is, despite acting like one?Henley knows what he wants from a relationship: to be taken care of by a Daddy. He knows he can be a handful. When he starts a new job, his gaze is taken to a prime specimen. Maybe Henley could persuade him to be his Daddy...Can their relationship survive in the workplace?This is a low angst MM Daddy/boy romance

Trent has had his fair share of bad luck - the least of which was his marriage - but he has two children who mean the world to him. Seeing his friends finding love makes his heart ache, but he doesn't want to make mistakes again. A match flickers to life inside him when Max kisses him, but Trent pushes him away, confused by his emotions.Max felt the pull towards Trent from the moment they met, but he shoved it aside until his body took over from him. Kissing Trent was a mistake, especially as he knew the man was straight. He throws himself into work, wondering if he'd blown any chance of friendship with the man who wouldn't leave his thoughts.When Max calls him for help, Trent surprises him, and they grow closer despite their lifestyle differences, mainly Max's love for domination. As their relationship continues, Max slowly introduces Trent to the clubs he frequents. But soon, trouble comes calling, and it throws their lives into disarray.Grab your copy to find out how they support each other through the trials and tribulations of not only a new, unexpected relationship but also family and lifestyle differences.

Casey wishes his colleague would turn his lecherous attention to someone else. His working environment was turning into a nightmare; his only escape is in the ambulance itself. Becoming scared for his safety after several harassment incidents, he enlists the help of an expert in evasive tactics.How can Luke compete with lawyers, police officers and teachers like his siblings are? His job is not as important, but he understands how his clients feel and has created a programme to help them learn to protect themselves. Casey is impatient, though, and it concerns Luke when he cancels their sessions.Unexpectedly, they realise their worlds are closer than they believed. Thrown together through family and friends' events, they grow closer, but Casey is still being harassed and keeping it quiet is his best course of action - or so he thinks.Grab your copy to find out what they do when the unthinkable happens to Casey. Who helps him - then and afterwards?

As a newly single father, Zak tries to find a balance between his son, his business and his friends. When loneliness seeps in, he loses himself in a one-night stand. That one night turns into more than he bargained for, and he finds himself adrift, not knowing the right course of action.Ex-Army officer, Kenzo, needs to help everyone. After letting down his best friend at the moment he needed him most, Kenzo is trying to make up for it. One night with Zak reminds him how precious life is, and he works harder to be the best he can be. Keeping his roommates secret, though, is taking its toll, and his relationship with Zak suffers.Unable to deny their connection, Zak and Kenzo try to work out a future for themselves, but secrets are still being kept. Ones that threaten their foundation.What happens when the columns of emotional support begin to crumble?

When Logan witnesses something he shouldn't, something personal, he can't help himself and checks in on the guy, even though he saw the evidence himself that the man could take care of himself. As a police officer, he feels the need to protect everyone he can, especially when he'd been unable to protect his own brother. This need often overshadows everything else, including his sense.What Bastien does for a living has no bearing on his personality or morals. He does what he needs to do to live, even though it was a far cry from his privileged, wealthy upbringing. He'd gladly turned his back on that when his parents had thrown him out. Taking an offer of a night out from a so-called friend, he's placed in a precarious situation he never asked for. Luckily, the police save him. Then he finds evidence of someone stalking him. He's scared and asks Logan for help, not realising the repercussions of that request.Being unable to protect Bastien tears Logan apart, and their lives intertwine from that moment on. Logan needs to find the stalker before it's too late. He will do everything in his power to ensure he doesn't let someone down again.Read on to find out how one decision, one word, one action can alter the course of several people's lives.

Stressed, overweight, tired and fed up, Samuel's life looks nothing like he wanted it to growing up, and although he enjoys being a lawyer, his cheating ex-husband taints that joy every day. Someone gives him the opportunity to try something new, but he says no. Until the idea worms its way into his soul and feels more right than anything else ever has.Eric has enough on his plate, but when he finds a little, who doesn't even know what he's capable of, he can't help himself. Giving Samuel the experience of having a Daddy gives Eric more pleasure than anything. Before long, Eric needs to return to his job, but it leaves him in a predicament - Samuel doesn't have a Daddy to care for him while Eric's away.Giving in to Samuel's belief that he'll be fine goes against Eric's instincts, but they're stuck between a rock and a hard place. He decides to trust that the older man knows his limits. Unfortunately, he's wrong.Find out what happens when one change creates a wave that ripples through their lives, causing one of them to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Sean doesn't need anyone. He's happy on his own, working his way through life. Until he meets his client, Asher. Their attraction is instant, but Sean refused to let himself feel anything. Everyone leaves him in the end, so he's only saving himself from future heartbreak. Except he can't stay away.Being given guardianship of his niece was a blessing, although it came with grief at the loss of his sister. Life is short, and he needs to focus on being a single father. When Sean comes to his rescue unexpectedly, Asher finds himself smitten with the haunted man.Although Asher tries to help Sean, the man pushes him away. He can't bring someone into his niece's life if they're not going to stay.Loss has a way of changing how people view the world. Read what happens when Sean receives advice from a stranger that sets him on a path he would never have chosen before.

Craig loves his boyfriend. He wants to be better, to help more, to not be an imposition. He doesn't know why Darren puts up with him. When an accident lands Craig in hospital, he's shown the truth about the type of relationship he has. The news rocks Craig's world because that's not how he sees it. At least, until Darren uses his fists one time too many.Alex needs to get Craig to see what's happening, but he knows how difficult it is for a domestic abuse victim to get help. He tries to assist Craig, but Craig struggles with his new reality. Alex finds himself falling for the man, although it is completely the wrong time, wrong place.His feelings for Alex confuse Craig, and he can't understand it. Alex tries to move on, but his friends bring Craig into their circle, making it almost impossible for Alex to forget him. A new relationship is not the distraction it should be, and when Craig calls for help, Alex goes running, disregarding the potential issues.Read on to find out what happens when Craig's carefully balanced life falls apart. Who is there to help him patch up his wounds - physically, emotionally and mentally?*This book contains sensitive material that could be a trigger for some*

Dean has finally found a workplace where he's welcomed with open arms. Starting fresh in a new city was the only downside, and he refused to become a burden to his new colleagues by accepting too many dinner invites.Oliver's restaurant is finally making a profit, and his loss of social life is no concern for him. Anyway, an overweight workaholic is hardly considered a catch from what he's been told. But when the new firefighter sends heated glances his way, he can't help but react. One night won't hurt.But one night becomes more, and Oliver and Dean become inseparable. Until Oliver's restaurant is burnt down. Their relationship is tested to the limits during the investigation, but Oliver took a chance with Dean and he refuses to take it back.This is an MM romance, featuring a firefighter who wants to believe in love, a chef who learns that a work/life balance is essential, and the reminder that when someone finds "the one," it doesn't matter whether it was only supposed to be one night. Love is love.

A charity firefighter calendar? Check.A sexy photographer staring at his semi-naked body? Check.An arsenal of humour? Check.Jason's and Harry's pasts are hurting their future, but there is so much piling on their shoulders, they can't see a way out. So, when they come together for a night of passion, they believe it's a one-night only thing.Unfortunately, feelings are wild and untameable, especially when it relates to two men who have broken hearts.How can they find a light through the darkest of tunnels when neither has a match?An MM romance about trust, friendship and love.

Matias and Eli couldn't be more different if they tried. Matias wants the dream life, with a career, a husband and kids. Eli only wants to provide for his family; falling in love was never in the equation.When Eli jumps in to save Matias from his overbearing family - by pretending to be his boyfriend - he doesn't realise what stones he's just set rolling.How can they keep their fake relationship from being the end of them?An MM romance about fighting for what you believe in and loving someone enough to let go.