When my brother’s best friends walk in on me engaging in self-love, they offer me a deal that I can’t refuse. Why take care of my own pleasure, when they can do it for me? All I have to do is message, and they’ll come running. Kain, Blake, and Dalton were our neighbors growing up. Scrawny as kids, they always had cuts on their knees and mud on their shoes. They practically lived at our house and loved my brother, Travis, like family. But now they’re grown, and things are very different. Kain is the star running back of our college team, athletic and gorgeous with eyes like the ocean. Blake has a love of art and is gradually covering his smooth tan skin with tattoos. Dalton works in construction for their father’s business, honing his muscles to perfection. They offer me a deal to meet all my kinky fantasies, whatever they might be. Until I find a boyfriend, of course. Then the deal will be off. In exchange, I have to keep what we’re doing a secret, especially from my brother. And cook dinner for them each day. It’s a small price to pay. And it works perfectly for all of us. Kain is available in the mornings before lectures and training. Dalton finishes work in the early evening, and Blake is a night owl. On weekends, they’re all available to rock my world, and I get to exercise both my culinary and bedroom skills! I know I shouldn’t catch feelings for them. Our agreement is a temporary one, fun with no strings attached. Except, the more time that passes, the more I discover about my brother’s best friends and the less the deal seems to matter. They touch my body and my heart in ways I never imagined possible. But will any of that matter when Travis returns?
HUGE DEAL is a brother's best friends reverse harem romance with a happy ever after ending. It's book 2 in Beyond Huge Series, standalone romances with characters who continue to make appearances!
International bestselling author Stephanie Brother writes high heat love stories with a hint of the forbidden. Since 2015, she’s been bringing to life handsome, flawed heroes who know how to treat their women. If you enjoy stories involving multiple lovers, including twins, triplets, stepbrothers, and their friends, you’re in the right place. When it comes to books and men, Stephanie truly believes it’s the more, the merrier.
She spends most of her day typing, drinking coffee, and interacting with readers.
Her books have been translated into German, French, and Spanish, and she has hit the Amazon bestseller list in seven countries.
The following ratings are out of 5: Romance: 💙💜💚🩷 Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪 Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙 World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏 Character development: 😋😀😍🤯 Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙 Narration Type: Dual Narration
🎧 Audiobook Review: Huge Deal (Beyond Huge, #2)
Author: Stephanie Brother Genre: Reverse Harem Romance Narrators: Melissa Moran and Teddy Hamilton
🦸🏼♀️ The Heroine: Gabriella
Gabriella is a college student still living in the home she grew up in, a place filled with memories and a mother who keeps a close eye on her. She’s had her fair share of casual flings, but the second a guy starts leaning toward commitment, she bolts. Her heart belongs to romance novels — especially the ones with dangerous, brooding book boyfriends — and she’s been quietly pining after her brother Travis’s three best friends for years. Travis, of course, declared them off-limits long ago… which only makes them more tempting.
🦸🏻♂️ The Heroes: Kain, Blake, and Dalton
These three have been fixtures in Gabriella’s life for as long as she can remember. They grew up treating Travis’s house as their second home, and even after Travis moved to Germany for work, the emotional ties linger. What Gabriella doesn’t know is that each of them has spent more than a little time imagining what it would be like if she weren’t forbidden fruit.
Kain – A college football player with a dominant streak and a protective edge. Blake – A tattoo artist with ink-stained fingers and an artist’s soul. Dalton – A construction worker destined to inherit the family business, even though his heart isn’t in it.
They’re different in temperament and talent but united in one thing: Gabriella has been under their skin for a long time.
📚 The Plot
When Travis calls from Germany asking Kain to swing by his house and discreetly dispose of some questionable magazines before his mom redecorates, it seems like a simple favor. He even tells Kain to say hello to Gabriella while he’s there.
But things take a sharp turn when the guys hear a crash from Gabby’s room and rush in, only to find her in a very compromising — and very private — moment. Shocked, frozen, and absolutely transfixed, they don’t manage to look away until she screams at them to get out.
From that moment on, none of them can stop thinking about her. The idea that she’s relying on a battery‑operated stand‑in when the three of them are literally next door feels like a crime against nature. So they make her an offer: a no‑strings arrangement where she can use them for her pleasure until she finds a man her brother would approve of.
It’s messy, tempting, and absolutely doomed to get complicated.
🌟 Strengths
• I appreciated that Gabby already has a friend in a poly relationship, so the concept isn’t treated as taboo or shocking. It normalizes the dynamic in a refreshing way. • Kain asking Gabby what she likes before anything happens — and her being confident enough to tell him — was a great moment of communication and agency.
💔 Limitations
• All four of them still living at home as full‑grown adults pulled me out of the fantasy a bit. It made the setup feel younger than the characters actually are. • I wanted more depth from the guys beyond their occupations and surface traits. Their personalities never fully separated on the page, which made it harder to connect with them individually.
🎙️ Narration
The story is told through multiple POVs with dual narration by Teddy Hamilton and Melissa Moran.
Teddy Hamilton remains one of my favorite male narrators — that deep, gravelly, effortlessly natural delivery is unmatched. He never sounds like he’s reading; he just is the character. Melissa Moran has a pleasant voice and handles the material well, though her delivery occasionally feels more like traditional narration than lived‑in performance. Still, the pairing works overall
💬 Final Assessment
This story delivers exactly what it promises: a fantasy‑leaning, low‑angst escape built around desire, curiosity, and the thrill of finally crossing a long‑forbidden line. While I wished for deeper character development and a more mature living situation for the cast, the emotional beats still land, especially in the moments where communication and vulnerability peek through the heat. The narration adds an extra layer of immersion, with Teddy Hamilton in particular elevating the experience. If you’re in the mood for something indulgent, playful, and centered on connection without heavy drama, this audiobook offers a satisfying, easy listen.
Huge Deal is the second book in the Beyond Huge series. It features Gabriella and the three men next door who also happen to be her brothers best friends. When Dalton, Kain and Blake catch her in a compromising position, they come up with a forbidden deal to meet all her fantasies. The only catch is they all have to keep it a secret from Gabriella's brother, Travis.
I had so much fun writing this book. The humor between Dalton, Blake and Kain made me laugh out loud. The smexy times are smoking hot. There is conflict too, and a little heartache, but it all wraps up into an awesome happy ever after ending.
Ellie, from Huge Dare, is back, as are Colby, Sebastian and Micky. You also get some more from Celine, Dornan and Elias too...Huge Games is in the planning!
You'll love this book if you enjoy: Boy next door romance Brother's best friends romance Reverse harem Secret deals/forbidden relationships Childhood crush/notstalgia College setting Sports Romance
It's a ok ok book I will say , you don't love it but you don't completely Hate it ,with not so many option for reverse harem it's good book to read but I don't why I feel like there was no plot , you know we love brother's bestfriend romance ,we live for it although this one is like nothing u just open this book and you see the main leads that's it there is no drama from brothers side , if you wanna read smut with an Idea of plot this is a good book you
Huge deal was the story of Gabriella, Kain, Blake and Dalton. As kids growing up Gabriella always followed them around with her brother but by the time she was a teenager she was in love with all three brothers. As time went on and they grew up her feelings didn’t change but she was left behind. When an opportunity arises for Gabriella to make a mutually beneficial deal with the three brothers she jumps on it. It will be a mutually beneficial agreement for all to have a little harmless fun. Right? Nothing is ever as simple as it seems and sometimes old feelings do not die hard. Can they all keep it simple and without feelings? Sometimes life won’t make it easy on you.
The first chapter of this book was released at the end of Huge Dare and I’ve been looking forward to this one since then! This was a sweet palate cleanser with minimal angst. The guys are all about our FMC in a major way, which I always love.😍 This is childhood crush(s)/friends to lovers. Perfect to hit the spot if you’re looking for a lighter read! I’d recommend reading the first book in this series because characters do re-appear, but it can be read as a stand alone. I’m looking forward to the next book! We get a nice teaser of who the characters will be. Overall, the guys were all really distinct different from each other and the spice was smoking! (Like always with Stephanie Brother!) This book totally hit the spot for me and I’d recommend!
Another story about falling for your brothers best friend…except this time, it’s all three of your brothers best friends. Gabriella has been in love with Kain, Dalton and Blake since she was a little girl. And, it turns out that the Nowak boys have loved her just as long. When they make a deal to have some no-strings sex, they all think they will be able to stick to the deal and keep their feelings out of it. Of course, that’s easier said then done. 5 hot and steamy stars!
I loved the whole Huge series and this one is so wonderfully written. I loved the story line it kept me reading late into the night and made me want to finish my work so I could continue reading it.
Gabrielle was caught red handed ;) in a very compromising position. But said position could open doors she always thought would stay in the recesses of her mind. What she didn't know is that they've dreamed of her too, and now that they have her will show her she's right where she belongs.
I was hooked right from the very start oF this book. Even though it is quite steamy it still has a interesting plot. The main character has the ability grab your attention and keep it. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
This book is all about the steam factor! Not much plot, but enough to keep you interested in between the steam sessions. Let's face it, this isn't a book that is read for anything other than steam, but the steam is well written and will get your blood pumping so read and enjoy!
This story follows Gabriella and an agreement she makes with her neighbors Kain, Blake and Dalton. There was humor and spice throughout the story. This book also brought out lots of emtions. There was also a bit of a revelation. I really liked Gabriella. She was smart, sassy and confident in her sexuality. Of course each of the guys were delicious. Each different and offering her something unique. I loved how natural the relationships were between her and the Nowak brothers. I also loved seeing how their relationships changed from a crush into a much deeper love. I loved it!
I liked it and didn't like it at the same time the previous books in this series were all just ok for me also. But I was looking forward to the next book in the FOUR series that's more my speed.
Age has no limit in the keeping of secrets. Gabriella's inner thoughts may be acted out privately, but when she finds out that her hidden desires are returned, no amount of time can hold her back.
I loved the characters; they were all so marvelous! The storyline is brilliant. Everything was going so well and then tragedy strikes. Oh my gosh, I cried so much. The only thing that made me feel better was knowing that everyone does get an HEA.
Wow! This series just keeps getting better! I loved getting to know Gab & her men who were sweet and sexy! I couldn't put the book down. This series will have me coming back to read it again and again.
Steamy fun and frolics from Stephanie, another great read from this author who never disappoints.
Getting it on with your brother best mates is always a shaky subject. Especially when he doesn’t know, neither does your mum or their dad, and everyone is bed hopping. You’ll see what i mean. Very enjoyable and fun.
Huge Deal by Stephanie Brother @stephaniebrotherbooks is book 2 of the Beyond Huge series. I’ve been reading a lot of new ARC books / new authors from my TBR lately & needed a go to author I knew I would love!
Kain, Blake & Dalton are Gabriella’s brother’s best friends. They walk in on Gabriella pleasuring herself & then later offer to help her. She agrees for 4 meals a week for unlimited orgasms. Kain is first, then Dalton & finally Blake. They take turns with Gabriella. They have group sex which blows Gabriella’s mind & body apart. The guys want more with Gabriella & Gabriella wants more from the guys but neither knows how to say anything. Kain has a scare & spends weeks in the hospital. Once he’s home, they all declare their love for each other.
Gabriella has always had a crush on the brothers next door, also her brothers best friends. When they walk in on her giving herself some self love they come up with a ridiculous plan. They suggest that they give her the real thing in exchange for her cooking skills. The boys, Dalton, Blake and Kian, now men have always crushed on Gabby. They want more from her but all she wants at the moment is the dial-a-“eggplant emoji” plan they laid out for her. She has feelings for them but is trying to keep them all at arms length until a medical emergency with Kian shows her that life is too short. (I liked that the author brought in a scary storyline that happens in real life).
This one was really steamy and had lots of inner struggle with all the emotions. They all were afraid of Travis her brother finding out. But he surprised them with giving his blessing.
The next story will be about Gabriella’s best friend and her brother, which sounds like it will be real interesting. Can’t wait!
I did enjoy Gabriella’s story as she was such a fun character in book one. Dalton, Blake & Kain are absolutely amazing men and from the first introduction of them it’s made clear how much they love and want Gabi and have done since they were kids. They are her brother Travis best friends and she feels guilty for the dial a dick service she has with them as she believes that Travis will not approve of their relationship. It seems trust is a big thing for Gabi and we find this out from learning of her past and what happened with her Dad, so she finds it difficult to trust her men and that they wouldn’t do what her Dad did. I loved their relationship growth and how each man came in to their own after their relationship starts, Kain goes through the wringer with a near death experience which changes Gabi’s reaction to keeping her men at arms length. We see a snippet of Celine, Travis, Dornan & Elias but we have to wait until December 2023 for that book which seems such a long way off.
Gabriella, Kain, Blake, and Dalton grew up being neighbors plus they are best friends with Gabriella brother and her secret crushes. Now as adults they all live separate lifes. But fate has them coming together in different ways. What will happen is her brother finds out about their secret? Will there be a HEA?
I voluntarily reviewed an ALC of this book. Gabriela and her neighbor-brothers Kain, Blake and Dalton know each other for literally all their lifes. The siblings being best friends with Gabriela’s brother. Due to circumstances, the brothers get an eye-full of her neither of them expected. A nice story, that actually has a story, not just the ban*ing between the sheets. And when disaster strikes, they have to hold on to each other or things will never be the same again. Absolutely perfect narrated by Teddy Hamilton and Melissa Moran - their voices just fit and get all the emotions to you.
Once again Stephanie did a amazing job with this one I love all the drama and action that follow. This hotness of this book was wow and can't wait for the next one in the series. I definitely recommend this author she is a amazing writer and you will not regret reading her books that is if you are into RH books
Gabriella, Dalton, Blake and Kain grew up together and the men are best friends with Gabriella’s brother. I laughed a lot. Gabby has had a crush on the men since she was little and grew up next door to them. They walk in on her in an intimate moment with her vibrator, and end offering her sex with no strings. Of course they fall in love and get a HEA.
Love this one! This book is super sweet and cute and the perfect friends to lovers quick, and steamy read. I was glued to the pages and wanted to take my time to make this last longer! I loved this book. It does have a touch of emotion scattered throughout and it's the perfect balance. I highly recommend this book!!!!
The tragedy in this story really took it up a notch. These stories have lots of hot scenes. The injury to one of the men really was sad. It brought out a lot of hidden secrets in both families. Lots of good things and to light because of the accident. Good story.
I had been looking forward to reading this book since getting a preview at the end of another of Stephanie’s books - Huge Dare.
Huge Deal can be read as a stand-alone but other characters from Huge Dare do appear so if you want to immerse yourself into the world of the characters it’s worth reading both in my opinion.
There are a lot of things to like about the characters Huge Deal - 3 sexy brothers fall for the girl next door who also happens to be the little sister of their best friend. One brother plays college sports, one works construction for the family business and the other enjoys his ink - both on his body and as a job. They have dreamt of having more with Gabby since they were all kids and she has crushed on them too yet none of them have ever told the other. In fact Gabby’s brother made his friends strictly off limits.
Fast forward to Gabby’s college years and her brother is now working abroad. With him out of the picture the 3 brother’s make Gabby an offer she simply can’t refuse after accidentally trying to rescue her from her self pleasuring orgasm!!!
Full of spice and sexy fun the plot develops from fun to feelings. Throw in a few plot twists that I was not expecting and you are in for a great read with this book.
Really enjoyed the linking in to the next book too. We get a nice teaser of who the main characters will be and I have no doubt Stephanie will deliver.
I received a free copy of the book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Huge Deal is DEFINITELY a huge deal! To start, this was an amazing story! I always love how connected characters are in a Stephanie Brother book because it lets you check in on great characters. Gabriella was such a good friend in the previous book, Huge Dare. She deserved her own HEA and WOW did this book deliver! Dalton, Blake and Kain are both best friends with Gabriella's older brother Travis and the boys next door. Making them the ultimate forbidden fruit. Just as she was off limits to keep the bro code intact. Thankfully some rules are meant to be broken because this book was on FIRE 🥵 I mean SCORCHING🔥 And so passionate! I swear every encounter leveled up the heat and I found it hard to pick a favorite...It may be Kain 😍 I adored how they were so in awe of her, their angel👼🏼. What I loved most about it though without too many spoilers, was Travis's reaction to the news. If only we could all be as empathetic and caring as him, the world would be a better place. Our childhoods play such an important role in our love lives as we learn to fall in love and I'm happy that Gabriella was finally brave enough to let go of the demons of her past and the self-doubt that resulted, to claim what's always been hers...The hearts of 3 amazing men 💜 This is a story of forbidden love 🤫 finding love in unexpected ways and learning to live in your truth because when it's real, you fight for it! They were all worth fighting for and so deserving. Read this book! SO MANY STARS 🙌🏽💜😍
Wow, talk about an emotional roller coaster. I laughed and cried in this story and then celebrated with the four main characters in this story. I can see more stories coming from this book alone. Only Stephanie Brother can tell if this is true. Gabriella has been in lust with her brother Trevor’s three best friends Dalton, Blake and Kain, since they were kids, who live next door to them. They walk in on her in an intimate moment with her vibrator, they approach her with a physical relationship when she feels the need for sex. As you would expect, feelings come in to play and when Kain is injured, Gab is no longer able to keep her love a secret. Secrets are revealed and when her brother returns home from Germany, he learns what is happening with his best friends and his sister as well as a surprise relationship involving his mother. Things settle down and a happily ever after is in the future for these four characters.
I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.
As with all of this author's books, I was hooked right from the beginning. While the premise of the "deal" starting was a little different, I enjoyed it immensely. I really like all of the characters. I could understand where Gabrielle was coming from with her reluctance, but what happy when she got her HEA! This author has a way of interweaving several different tropes into her stories in such a way that you don't mind. I wasn't sure which ones she'd throw in or how she'd end it, but she bypassed the standard ones and made me stay up way too late to see how it ended. Because I tore through all of the author's books several months ago, I couldn't remember which characters were in the Huge series or which one had been before this one, but it didn't take me long to remember. I also liked the characters from other books pop up. I highly recommend to anyone that likes this genre. *I received a copy in exchange for an honest review