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Tangled Tentacles
The Baby Question
How many babies are too many in the world of Tangled Tentacles and Assassin's?
Come join the fun as we step back into the world of krakens and their mates, finding out just how Markov and Cassius coped with an unruly kraken and the shock of pregnancy in An All-Knowing Kraken.
How Magnus upsets the apple cart by not following along with his mate’s expectations in Magnus’s Way.
What happens when two unsuspecting mates who head off to the mall and end up with an unexpected gift in Marvin’s Little Miracle?
Will Victor and Azim finally decide if they want to join in the fun of baby making in Victor’s Dilemma?
Last but not least, how will Teilo and Nico react when invited to a party with a difference in Baby Shower Delights?
We hope you enjoy this catch up with our boys from Tangled Tentacles and Assassin’s to Order. The authors advise to get the best out of this book, read the other in the series first.
116 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 22, 2023
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About the author
J.P. Sayle
124 books346 followersWhere does one start with about what I do?
I’m a writer, but I’m sure you guessed that by now if you’re reading this, hey? What you might not know is I’m a little quirky, live in my pj’s most of the time and have cake Saturdays with my sisters every week. I dedicate a little of my time to taking care of my grandbabies and on the dedicated writing days I like to write an eclectic mix of romance, suspense and paranormal fantasy. In the main I’ve written gay romance but I’m branching out under another the pen name in the future, so watch this space.
I’ve a passion for books like you would not believe and it led me down this path and now I’ve over 29 books released and heading towards releasing a whole lot more. The way my head is I never know where I’ll be headed next. I hope you’ll find a little joy in my words and follow me to see where the journey takes me and you.
If you’re interested at some point in 2021 I’ll be writing under the name JP Paton which will be F/M crime and Fantasy two of my favourite things. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled
French
Par où commencer par ce que je fais?
Je suis écrivain, mais je suis sûr que vous l’avez deviné maintenant si vous lisez ceci, hein? Ce que vous ne savez peut-être pas, c'est que je suis un peu excentrique, que je vis dans mon pyjama la plupart du temps et que je prends un gâteau le samedi avec mes sœurs chaque semaine. Je consacre un peu de mon temps à m'occuper de mes petits-enfants et lors des journées consacrées à l'écriture, j'aime écrire un mélange éclectique de romance, de suspense et de fantaisie paranormale. Dans l’ensemble, j’ai écrit une romance gay, mais je vais dans le futur sous un autre nom de plume, alors surveillez cet espace.
J'ai une passion pour les livres comme vous ne le croiriez pas et cela m'a conduit dans cette voie et maintenant j'ai plus de 29 livres publiés et je me dirige vers la sortie de beaucoup plus. La façon dont ma tête est, je ne sais jamais où je vais me diriger ensuite. J'espère que vous trouverez un peu de joie dans mes paroles et que vous me suivrez pour voir où le voyage vous mène, moi et vous.
Si vous êtes intéressé à un moment donné en 2021, je vais écrire sous le nom de JP Paton qui sera le crime F / M et Fantasy deux de mes choses préférées. Assurez-vous de garder les yeux ouverts
Spanish
¿Por dónde empezar con lo que hago?
Soy escritor, pero estoy seguro de que ya lo habrá adivinado si está leyendo esto, ¿eh? Lo que quizás no sepas es que soy un poco estrafalario, vivo en mi pijama la mayor parte del tiempo y tengo pastel los sábados con mis hermanas todas las semanas. Dedico un poco de mi tiempo a cuidar de mis nietos y en los días dedicados a la escritura, me gusta escribir una mezcla ecléctica de romance, suspenso y fantasía paranormal. En general, escribí romance gay, pero en el futuro me voy a diversificar con otro seudónimo, así que mira este espacio.
Tengo una pasión por los libros que no creerías y eso me llevó por este camino y ahora tengo más de 29 libros publicados y me dirijo a lanzar muchos más. Por la forma en que está mi cabeza, nunca sé a dónde me dirigiré a continuación. Espero que encuentres un poco de alegría en mis palabras y me sigas para ver adónde nos lleva el viaje a ti y a mí.
Si está interesado en algún momento en 2021, escribiré bajo el nombre de JP Paton, que será F / M Crime y Fantasy, dos de mis cosas favoritas. Asegúrate de mantener los ojos bien abiertos
I’m a writer, but I’m sure you guessed that by now if you’re reading this, hey? What you might not know is I’m a little quirky, live in my pj’s most of the time and have cake Saturdays with my sisters every week. I dedicate a little of my time to taking care of my grandbabies and on the dedicated writing days I like to write an eclectic mix of romance, suspense and paranormal fantasy. In the main I’ve written gay romance but I’m branching out under another the pen name in the future, so watch this space.
I’ve a passion for books like you would not believe and it led me down this path and now I’ve over 29 books released and heading towards releasing a whole lot more. The way my head is I never know where I’ll be headed next. I hope you’ll find a little joy in my words and follow me to see where the journey takes me and you.
If you’re interested at some point in 2021 I’ll be writing under the name JP Paton which will be F/M crime and Fantasy two of my favourite things. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled
French
Par où commencer par ce que je fais?
Je suis écrivain, mais je suis sûr que vous l’avez deviné maintenant si vous lisez ceci, hein? Ce que vous ne savez peut-être pas, c'est que je suis un peu excentrique, que je vis dans mon pyjama la plupart du temps et que je prends un gâteau le samedi avec mes sœurs chaque semaine. Je consacre un peu de mon temps à m'occuper de mes petits-enfants et lors des journées consacrées à l'écriture, j'aime écrire un mélange éclectique de romance, de suspense et de fantaisie paranormale. Dans l’ensemble, j’ai écrit une romance gay, mais je vais dans le futur sous un autre nom de plume, alors surveillez cet espace.
J'ai une passion pour les livres comme vous ne le croiriez pas et cela m'a conduit dans cette voie et maintenant j'ai plus de 29 livres publiés et je me dirige vers la sortie de beaucoup plus. La façon dont ma tête est, je ne sais jamais où je vais me diriger ensuite. J'espère que vous trouverez un peu de joie dans mes paroles et que vous me suivrez pour voir où le voyage vous mène, moi et vous.
Si vous êtes intéressé à un moment donné en 2021, je vais écrire sous le nom de JP Paton qui sera le crime F / M et Fantasy deux de mes choses préférées. Assurez-vous de garder les yeux ouverts
Spanish
¿Por dónde empezar con lo que hago?
Soy escritor, pero estoy seguro de que ya lo habrá adivinado si está leyendo esto, ¿eh? Lo que quizás no sepas es que soy un poco estrafalario, vivo en mi pijama la mayor parte del tiempo y tengo pastel los sábados con mis hermanas todas las semanas. Dedico un poco de mi tiempo a cuidar de mis nietos y en los días dedicados a la escritura, me gusta escribir una mezcla ecléctica de romance, suspenso y fantasía paranormal. En general, escribí romance gay, pero en el futuro me voy a diversificar con otro seudónimo, así que mira este espacio.
Tengo una pasión por los libros que no creerías y eso me llevó por este camino y ahora tengo más de 29 libros publicados y me dirijo a lanzar muchos más. Por la forma en que está mi cabeza, nunca sé a dónde me dirigiré a continuación. Espero que encuentres un poco de alegría en mis palabras y me sigas para ver adónde nos lleva el viaje a ti y a mí.
Si está interesado en algún momento en 2021, escribiré bajo el nombre de JP Paton, que será F / M Crime y Fantasy, dos de mis cosas favoritas. Asegúrate de mantener los ojos bien abiertos
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March 19, 2024
Best day ever! MARVIN HAD A BABY 😭🥹🤭
I should have just read Marvin's book and then skipped to this one.
I should have just read Marvin's book and then skipped to this one.
June 2, 2023
Reviewed for Love Bytes – 4.5 hearts
To have babies or not to have babies? That is the question. The Thalassa brothers believe they are the last of their kind. Nature has provided them with mates, and a baby boom has erupted. But do all couples want babies? There’s the extended family, too – the assassins. The people who never believed they’d have a life outside of cages and killing.
This book is a spin-off to the Tangled Tentacles and Assassins for Hire series, and knowledge of these books is necessary to get the full reading experience. I have read all the novels in both series, and can heartily recommend them as standout stories, with pride of place on my shelf.
The Baby Question contains five short stories of couples who did not get pregnant at the end of their individual tales but whose stories continued in the background of future novels.
At first, I expected a bunch of tales containing the hilarious antics of preschool children. Then I read the blurb properly and realized that this was better. It delves into a world where, just because everyone else was getting pregnant, was it suitable for XYX now or later, if at all?
An All-Knowing Kraken. This story features Markov and Cassius (Kraken/Shark), and one of them discovers they are pregnant. However, in the novel – Markov - something happened to Markov and his Kraken, which allowed the Kraken to have his own voice. Since then, the Kraken has become somewhat of an oracle for all the others – one that keeps secrets – much to the frustration of Markov and Cassius. These two are not ready to become parents, but they must get used to the extraordinary event on the horizon.
Magnus’s Way. This story features Kelvin and Magnus (Kraken/Cat) and the imminent birth of their baby. It is a story of what is right for them. Traditionally Kraken deliveries take place in a pool surrounded by relatives. However, Magnus (the cat) is pregnant and wants privacy, pointing out that he is more than a baby carrier and that the Kraken way isn’t the only way.
Marvin’s Little Miracle. Featuring Marvin, who stole everyone’s heart in earlier novels and Ajani from the Assassins series (Wolf mix/Gorilla). Marvin has no idea he is pregnant until the surprise birth. Imagine the chaos that causes! What I love about Marvin is how he is so innocently idealistic while telling someone to fuck off all in the same breath.
Victor’s Dilemma. A Kraken/Vampire tale featuring Victor and Azim, who believe they don’t want kids, but examine their feelings because of the peer pressure of everyone else getting pregnant. This is a tale I think a fair few will identify with – children aren’t for everyone.
Baby Shower Delights. Featuring the all-cat trio of Ben, Nico, and Teilo from the Assassins series. If I had to pick a fav, this would be it. With babies popping out all over the place, the three are invited to a belated baby shower. All Nico and Teilo have known is a cage and how to kill. That is until Ben came to the rescue and introduced them to ice cream. Ben guides them through the whys, do’s, and don’ts of shopping for babies, which is hilarious. Teilo wants to buy everything, Nico hates shopping, wanting to stab any toy that makes a noise, yet is indulgent to Teilo’s enthusiasm. Nico’s comments are the one’s I identified with the most.
I loved every story as each gives a different view of babies, pregnancy, and birth, with some astute observations. And while all births and babies are special, it would have been nice to have a finishing tale of Markov’s and Cassius’s to go full circle. Their surprise pregnancy is documented, but their birth is a footnote, which is a shame because this one is particularly unique in the Kraken world – I felt left out.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
To have babies or not to have babies? That is the question. The Thalassa brothers believe they are the last of their kind. Nature has provided them with mates, and a baby boom has erupted. But do all couples want babies? There’s the extended family, too – the assassins. The people who never believed they’d have a life outside of cages and killing.
This book is a spin-off to the Tangled Tentacles and Assassins for Hire series, and knowledge of these books is necessary to get the full reading experience. I have read all the novels in both series, and can heartily recommend them as standout stories, with pride of place on my shelf.
The Baby Question contains five short stories of couples who did not get pregnant at the end of their individual tales but whose stories continued in the background of future novels.
At first, I expected a bunch of tales containing the hilarious antics of preschool children. Then I read the blurb properly and realized that this was better. It delves into a world where, just because everyone else was getting pregnant, was it suitable for XYX now or later, if at all?
An All-Knowing Kraken. This story features Markov and Cassius (Kraken/Shark), and one of them discovers they are pregnant. However, in the novel – Markov - something happened to Markov and his Kraken, which allowed the Kraken to have his own voice. Since then, the Kraken has become somewhat of an oracle for all the others – one that keeps secrets – much to the frustration of Markov and Cassius. These two are not ready to become parents, but they must get used to the extraordinary event on the horizon.
Magnus’s Way. This story features Kelvin and Magnus (Kraken/Cat) and the imminent birth of their baby. It is a story of what is right for them. Traditionally Kraken deliveries take place in a pool surrounded by relatives. However, Magnus (the cat) is pregnant and wants privacy, pointing out that he is more than a baby carrier and that the Kraken way isn’t the only way.
Marvin’s Little Miracle. Featuring Marvin, who stole everyone’s heart in earlier novels and Ajani from the Assassins series (Wolf mix/Gorilla). Marvin has no idea he is pregnant until the surprise birth. Imagine the chaos that causes! What I love about Marvin is how he is so innocently idealistic while telling someone to fuck off all in the same breath.
Victor’s Dilemma. A Kraken/Vampire tale featuring Victor and Azim, who believe they don’t want kids, but examine their feelings because of the peer pressure of everyone else getting pregnant. This is a tale I think a fair few will identify with – children aren’t for everyone.
Baby Shower Delights. Featuring the all-cat trio of Ben, Nico, and Teilo from the Assassins series. If I had to pick a fav, this would be it. With babies popping out all over the place, the three are invited to a belated baby shower. All Nico and Teilo have known is a cage and how to kill. That is until Ben came to the rescue and introduced them to ice cream. Ben guides them through the whys, do’s, and don’ts of shopping for babies, which is hilarious. Teilo wants to buy everything, Nico hates shopping, wanting to stab any toy that makes a noise, yet is indulgent to Teilo’s enthusiasm. Nico’s comments are the one’s I identified with the most.
I loved every story as each gives a different view of babies, pregnancy, and birth, with some astute observations. And while all births and babies are special, it would have been nice to have a finishing tale of Markov’s and Cassius’s to go full circle. Their surprise pregnancy is documented, but their birth is a footnote, which is a shame because this one is particularly unique in the Kraken world – I felt left out.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
May 14, 2024
"The Baby Question" received FOUR stars.
Love this!
The novel gained *stars* for these items:
* gained for: "The book caught my interest in the first five pages."
* gained for: "I thought about the book when I was forced to set it down and re-enter society."
* gained for: "There were no info dumps, poor writing, or copy edit mistakes that jerked me out of the story."
* gained for: "I was sad when the book ended. I wanted more!"
The novel failed to gain stars for this item:
NO STAR gained for: "That's it. I'm hooked on this author. I will automatically try anything she/he/they writes."
Love this!
The novel gained *stars* for these items:
* gained for: "The book caught my interest in the first five pages."
* gained for: "I thought about the book when I was forced to set it down and re-enter society."
* gained for: "There were no info dumps, poor writing, or copy edit mistakes that jerked me out of the story."
* gained for: "I was sad when the book ended. I wanted more!"
The novel failed to gain stars for this item:
NO STAR gained for: "That's it. I'm hooked on this author. I will automatically try anything she/he/they writes."
May 22, 2023
CUTE! CUTE!! CUTE!!!
THIS is a REMARKABLE Book with babies, Babies and more BABIES!! I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! JP SAYLE and LISA OLIVER let the babies run amuck. I laughed so hard at this mixed bag of Fathers. This is such a sweet way of catching up!! I cannot thank these two Authors enough for this quick catch up to all that's happening. Thank You for the fun and surprises!! I HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!
THIS is a REMARKABLE Book with babies, Babies and more BABIES!! I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! JP SAYLE and LISA OLIVER let the babies run amuck. I laughed so hard at this mixed bag of Fathers. This is such a sweet way of catching up!! I cannot thank these two Authors enough for this quick catch up to all that's happening. Thank You for the fun and surprises!! I HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!
June 1, 2023
This is a fun and engaging collection of stories. So many sweet babies. A wonderful way to return to your favorite couples and see how they deal with pregnancies and children. There is so much love and joy in these pages. I enjoyed getting to see how the mates are doing and getting to see a little more into their personal lives. These are fast paced and well written stories that will make you smile.
May 22, 2023
This was just an unexpected fun addition to the Tangled Tentacles and Assassins series! I loved catching up with all the couples and seeing how happy they still all are together! And the babies! SO MANY BABIES!! Marvin is going to have a field day playing with all the little ones. Just a great companion read to the series!
May 22, 2023
Babies!
The Baby Question is a sweet short story collection covering stories from all of the couples from Tangled Tentacles and the spin-off series that hadn't already had babies.
I got my little told you so moment (there was a hint in Ben that tipped me off), and that story was so sweet.
Loved this check-in with all of the characters. It was just too cute.
The Baby Question is a sweet short story collection covering stories from all of the couples from Tangled Tentacles and the spin-off series that hadn't already had babies.
I got my little told you so moment (there was a hint in Ben that tipped me off), and that story was so sweet.
Loved this check-in with all of the characters. It was just too cute.
November 7, 2023
Another great book
I love these authors . Never a disappointment.. And the tentacles always make me laugh who knew they could travel in the dark lol...And babies make the story interesting
I love these authors . Never a disappointment.. And the tentacles always make me laugh who knew they could travel in the dark lol...And babies make the story interesting
May 27, 2024
2.75 ⭐
So this was pretty much my definition of trashy goodness 😍😂 The writing was passable and dialogues were cheesy af but I loved getting extra glimpses from my favourite trashy tentacled daddies!
So this was pretty much my definition of trashy goodness 😍😂 The writing was passable and dialogues were cheesy af but I loved getting extra glimpses from my favourite trashy tentacled daddies!
May 22, 2023
The Baby Question
Fun little companion to this world. It was nice to see the different pairings again and see how they are getting on.
Fun little companion to this world. It was nice to see the different pairings again and see how they are getting on.
May 23, 2023
Adorable
For fans of this series, this is a wonderful wrap up. If you have not read the rest of the series, you will just be confused.
For fans of this series, this is a wonderful wrap up. If you have not read the rest of the series, you will just be confused.
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May 27, 2023OMG!
I absolutely loved this! Marvin having a child! That was the best! Great follow-up book! Wish for more! I loved these guys!
I absolutely loved this! Marvin having a child! That was the best! Great follow-up book! Wish for more! I loved these guys!
August 24, 2023
4.25 starss
May 24, 2024
A fun catch up with all the characters from the series.
July 11, 2023
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian, I was gifted my copy of this book.
This is an addition to the Tangled Tentacles AND Assassins To Order series, it cannot be read as a stand alone.
What this is, right, is a wonderful catch up everyone and I loved it, bar one thing.
There are a lot of babies in this book, and a LOT of surprises for several members of this ever growing family!
I liked that Magnus puts his paw down with Kelvin's kraken about their birth. I LOVED the surprise for Markov and Cassius, that one threw me! Them too, but did not see that one coming! I loved that there were conversations about NOT having babies, at all or just yet.
But the best surprise was for Marvin and Ajani!
So, what didn't I love?? Too short! I need more of these kind of catch up shorts, or better yet, the next book in the Assassins series! I love these books, and it's been a little while.
a delightful catch up, thank you for writing them!
4 too stinking cute and warm and fuzzy stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
This is an addition to the Tangled Tentacles AND Assassins To Order series, it cannot be read as a stand alone.
What this is, right, is a wonderful catch up everyone and I loved it, bar one thing.
There are a lot of babies in this book, and a LOT of surprises for several members of this ever growing family!
I liked that Magnus puts his paw down with Kelvin's kraken about their birth. I LOVED the surprise for Markov and Cassius, that one threw me! Them too, but did not see that one coming! I loved that there were conversations about NOT having babies, at all or just yet.
But the best surprise was for Marvin and Ajani!
So, what didn't I love?? Too short! I need more of these kind of catch up shorts, or better yet, the next book in the Assassins series! I love these books, and it's been a little while.
a delightful catch up, thank you for writing them!
4 too stinking cute and warm and fuzzy stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
March 6, 2024
THE BABY QUESTION is a follow-up that combines the Tangled Tentacles series and the Assassins To Order series with five short stories that all happen in a relatively short amount of time.
I enjoyed all of them - and the catch-up - but some more than others. And I found myself either agreeing or disagreeing more strongly than I had anticipated! For example, I really disliked how Markov's kraken basically played them until it became clear, but I liked him when he sided with Magnus. Then it was Kelvin who was out of favour. Marvin's miracle birth was absolutely perfect for him and I can understand how it would raise questions for those who either don't want children at all or those that don't want them yet.
All in all, this was a great short read that has just made me want to return to their world again and again, but with longer stories. Definitely recommended by me.
** 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!
Jun 13, 2023
I enjoyed all of them - and the catch-up - but some more than others. And I found myself either agreeing or disagreeing more strongly than I had anticipated! For example, I really disliked how Markov's kraken basically played them until it became clear, but I liked him when he sided with Magnus. Then it was Kelvin who was out of favour. Marvin's miracle birth was absolutely perfect for him and I can understand how it would raise questions for those who either don't want children at all or those that don't want them yet.
All in all, this was a great short read that has just made me want to return to their world again and again, but with longer stories. Definitely recommended by me.
** 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!
Jun 13, 2023
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