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Debbiereadsbook (1757 KP) rated Forbidden Lust (Sinful Knights) in Books

Jun 16, 2025  
Forbidden Lust (Sinful Knights)
Forbidden Lust (Sinful Knights)
Oliver Takely | 2025 | Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
too short but steamy!
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian, I was gifted my copy of this book.

This is the first I've read of Mr Takely and I do think I might read some more. I liked this, a lot.

Written from both Josh (not Joshua!) and Daniel's point of view, it tells of falling in love with quite possibly the most forbidden person: the son of your best friend. Cos that's basically what happens. Josh meets Daniel, they have amazing chemistry. Then Josh finds out Daniel is best friends with his sperm donor, the man who wants nothing to do with Josh.

There was not too much emphasis on the age gap, 20 years. I liked that. Too often it is the whole focus of a book, but not here. I liked that Daniel falls hard and fast, regardless who Josh is.

I hated Josh's sperm donor, and what he does here. He does redeem himself, but only after being put in his place by Daniel and by his wife. Who was wonderful to Josh once she knows who he is!

I do like how it all played out though!

4 very good, but, far too short, stars

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Merissa (14019 KP) rated Her Mountain Christmas (Honey Ridge #4) in Books

Nov 17, 2025  
Her Mountain Christmas (Honey Ridge #4)
Her Mountain Christmas (Honey Ridge #4)
Alyson Archer | 2025 | Contemporary, Erotica
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
HER MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS is the fourth book in the Honey Ridge series and, as you may have figured out, takes place at Christmastime.

Ella comes from money, but that has a price tag. When she finds out her parents have basically sold her to a man she can't stand, she leaves the party and leaves her apartment. Unfortunately, as happens when you're running away, she doesn't check the weather forecast and ends up driving in a blizzard. Along comes Jack to the rescue, who warms her up in more ways than one!

This is another cracker of a book from Alyson Archer. It is Christmassy with plenty of snow, but steam aplenty indoors. I loved how Ella knew what she wanted and made no bones about it, whereas Jack was more than happy to give his girl what she wanted, even when she didn't know what that was.

Although Ms Archer writes one helluva steamy scene, my favourite was when Ella stood up to her parents, with Jack by her side. Take that, you snotty pair!!!

Absolutely fantastic and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by me!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Nov 17, 2025
  
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Merissa (14019 KP) rated Crush (Unhinged Holidays #3) in Books

Jan 23, 2026  
Crush (Unhinged Holidays #3)
Crush (Unhinged Holidays #3)
Alyson Archer | 2026 | Contemporary, Erotica, Romance
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
CRUSH is the third novella in the Unhinged Holidays series, featuring Cupid no less! He arrives to help Anabel and Cole break through the man-made barriers and fears that stop them from loving each other. He's only supposed to watch and guide, not participate. That's fine, surely?!

Nope!

Luca is drawn from the very first moment to Anabel and Cole. He is turned on by watching them, even more so when they give him permission to join in. And the three of them together? Hot, hot, hot!

This was a quick, short read that is full of heat, emotion, and connections you hoped for, but never expected. It takes place over one night, so don't expect an in-depth backstory. However, if you're here for a steamy love menage, then you're in the right place.

I will say, this isn't my favourite of the series; that title still belongs with Spice. However, I thoroughly enjoyed every word and definitely recommend it.

** Same worded review will appear elsewhere. **

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jan 23, 2026