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Coffee Beans & Love #1
Strong Coffee
I only wanted a one-night stand. I didn’t expect to fall for him too.
My best friend is in love with me.
Instead of trying to make things work with him, I decide to have a one-night stand with someone else.
I try making it last for only one night, but my stupid heart gets in the way and I end up falling in love with him.
What makes it worse is that he’s my father’s business partner.
My best friend is in love with me.
Instead of trying to make things work with him, I decide to have a one-night stand with someone else.
I try making it last for only one night, but my stupid heart gets in the way and I end up falling in love with him.
What makes it worse is that he’s my father’s business partner.
- GenresM M Romance
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Published January 1, 2023
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J.M. Walker
103 books1,224 followersJ.M. Walker, a Canadian author, is an Amazon bestseller who also hit USA Today with Wanted: An Outlaw Anthology. She loves all things books, pigs and lip gloss. She is happily married to the man who inspires all of her Heroes and continues to make her weak in the knees every single day.
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June 7, 2025
Intensity and strength – STRONG!
I love coffee and I love novellas. Novellas are the best type of break-in reads, palate cleansers, or just plain reading addiction craving fillers that can be squeezed in anywhere, anytime. If there is a novella of any kind in any trope I love, I'll be all over it like a filthy rash, and STRONG COFFEE from author JM Walker was everything I didn't know I needed.
In fact, until a reading friend boasted it's attributes, I didn’t even know it existed, and right now, I'm hella happy to have (ironically) sat down with a cup of strong coffee to read it. Novella ✔️ Insta-lust✔️ MM✔️ Age-gap✔️. Just, tick, tick, tick, seriously STRONG COFFEE is that strong a hit of MM romance, you've really got to wrap your peepers around it.
From the first few pages, the chemistry between Brady and Camden was so strong you'd have to wade through it. Their first encounter had my eyes bulging and the potency only picked up from there. It sparked intensely, fired up and grew to life like an out-of-control wildfire, the speed of which surprised them both. I was impressed. STRONG COFFEE was only 98 pages, but Ms Walker wasted no words in putting the deep and solid connection of Brady and Camden together, as well as build a whole world of amazing and supportive friends and family behind them.
Both characters had such a deep level of integrity, and the fierce loyalty to those they loved had them standing out from the virtual pages of my tablet as solidly as any 3-D figure could be imagined. Even in my head, I imagined Camden's growly controlling alpha voice that would have me falling to my knees in anticipation of bliss. My romance loving head needed them to succeed.
I'm happier than a pig in the proverbial doo-doo-pile to know there is more coming along behind this novella because the secondary characters are already such a big part to the success of Brady and Camden's story that I’m desperate to read more. 5-strong-☕️-MM-Stars 🖤🤎✦
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I love coffee and I love novellas. Novellas are the best type of break-in reads, palate cleansers, or just plain reading addiction craving fillers that can be squeezed in anywhere, anytime. If there is a novella of any kind in any trope I love, I'll be all over it like a filthy rash, and STRONG COFFEE from author JM Walker was everything I didn't know I needed.
In fact, until a reading friend boasted it's attributes, I didn’t even know it existed, and right now, I'm hella happy to have (ironically) sat down with a cup of strong coffee to read it. Novella ✔️ Insta-lust✔️ MM✔️ Age-gap✔️. Just, tick, tick, tick, seriously STRONG COFFEE is that strong a hit of MM romance, you've really got to wrap your peepers around it.
From the first few pages, the chemistry between Brady and Camden was so strong you'd have to wade through it. Their first encounter had my eyes bulging and the potency only picked up from there. It sparked intensely, fired up and grew to life like an out-of-control wildfire, the speed of which surprised them both. I was impressed. STRONG COFFEE was only 98 pages, but Ms Walker wasted no words in putting the deep and solid connection of Brady and Camden together, as well as build a whole world of amazing and supportive friends and family behind them.
Both characters had such a deep level of integrity, and the fierce loyalty to those they loved had them standing out from the virtual pages of my tablet as solidly as any 3-D figure could be imagined. Even in my head, I imagined Camden's growly controlling alpha voice that would have me falling to my knees in anticipation of bliss. My romance loving head needed them to succeed.
I'm happier than a pig in the proverbial doo-doo-pile to know there is more coming along behind this novella because the secondary characters are already such a big part to the success of Brady and Camden's story that I’m desperate to read more. 5-strong-☕️-MM-Stars 🖤🤎✦
#fbombromancereads #mumsalwaysreading #bookblogger #bookreviewer #bookreview #marnsreads #marnsj
June 30, 2025
Strong Coffee by JM Walker
I was given this book for an honest review.
I am so excited for JM Walker diving into the MM World. She can write the heck outta MF and MMF and MFM so to see her concentrate fully on MM Couples, I was READY!!
I have read all the books in all the different versions of JM’s books. I gotta say, this one felt different. The characters were different. Different in a good way. Cam and Brady both have issues as with all characters she writes but they felt stronger in their bones…does that make sense? Like they felt really well defined…I don’t know but I was just down for some hot MM stuff.
I will say the first “get to know ya” scene was so dang hot and then the Bathroom scene…WOOOOOOOOWZERS. I mean it was so hawt. I even messaged her to say yes please to more of that. LOL
I loved the struggle each character had and how the other was there to help them get over it. I loved seeing Cam dominate Brady but also lovingly care for him. I loved Brady pushing Cam and making him realize that a relationship is exactly what they both want and need!!!
I kinda am sad for Shane and hope he is book 2. He needs to find an HEA.
Any book by JM has a great twist and this one doesn’t disappoint.
I was given this book for an honest review.
I am so excited for JM Walker diving into the MM World. She can write the heck outta MF and MMF and MFM so to see her concentrate fully on MM Couples, I was READY!!
I have read all the books in all the different versions of JM’s books. I gotta say, this one felt different. The characters were different. Different in a good way. Cam and Brady both have issues as with all characters she writes but they felt stronger in their bones…does that make sense? Like they felt really well defined…I don’t know but I was just down for some hot MM stuff.
I will say the first “get to know ya” scene was so dang hot and then the Bathroom scene…WOOOOOOOOWZERS. I mean it was so hawt. I even messaged her to say yes please to more of that. LOL
I loved the struggle each character had and how the other was there to help them get over it. I loved seeing Cam dominate Brady but also lovingly care for him. I loved Brady pushing Cam and making him realize that a relationship is exactly what they both want and need!!!
I kinda am sad for Shane and hope he is book 2. He needs to find an HEA.
Any book by JM has a great twist and this one doesn’t disappoint.
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May 7, 2025RELEASING JUNE 16TH!!
You can now pre-order Strong Coffee, book 1 in my little MM series! This series will be in Kindle Unlimited. ❤
Pre-order: https://books2read.com/u/mdxo6E
Coffee Beans & Love: An MM mini-series of novellas about 4 best friends who own a coffee shop and find love in the process.
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Releasing June 16th - Book 1 – Strong Coffee - Father's business partner
I only wanted a one-night stand. I didn’t expect to fall for him too.
My best friend is in love with me.
Instead of trying to make things work with him, I decide to have a one-night stand with someone else.
I try making it last for only one night, but my stupid heart gets in the way and I end up falling in love with him.
What makes it worse is that he’s my father’s business partner.
Add to your TBR:
Strong Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/mtcb5j78
Iced Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/kzb2ppnk
First Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/ydwmxmjr
Secret Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/mryn2f7x
Tropes/Themes:
Father's business partner
Son's best friend
Best friend's brother
Father's best friend
You can now pre-order Strong Coffee, book 1 in my little MM series! This series will be in Kindle Unlimited. ❤
Pre-order: https://books2read.com/u/mdxo6E
Coffee Beans & Love: An MM mini-series of novellas about 4 best friends who own a coffee shop and find love in the process.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Releasing June 16th - Book 1 – Strong Coffee - Father's business partner
I only wanted a one-night stand. I didn’t expect to fall for him too.
My best friend is in love with me.
Instead of trying to make things work with him, I decide to have a one-night stand with someone else.
I try making it last for only one night, but my stupid heart gets in the way and I end up falling in love with him.
What makes it worse is that he’s my father’s business partner.
Add to your TBR:
Strong Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/mtcb5j78
Iced Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/kzb2ppnk
First Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/ydwmxmjr
Secret Coffee - https://tinyurl.com/mryn2f7x
Tropes/Themes:
Father's business partner
Son's best friend
Best friend's brother
Father's best friend
May 13, 2025
I’m long time fan of JM Walker and her books, and I think this book was amazing!
Strong Coffee has it all great friendships, friends to lovers, back to just friends/ business partners, and a new steamy love story.
Brady and Cam meet and the instant attraction has sparks flying everywhere. Their instant connection draws you in and let me tell you the spice in this book is amazing. This book is sexy and hot but written with class.
I loved the all the characters and the story line, I can’t wait for next book! This will be another of JM Walkers books that I will re-read on a regular basis.
June 19, 2025
Brady and his friends own a local business. Everyone thinks Brady is working too hard and say he needs to take a moment for himself. Reluctantly he takes himself on a solo date.
Cam can be accused of the same thing. He works hard and has no time for anything more. Then a sexy man in his establishment has caught Cams attention. So much so Cam does something completely out of character, leaving his waitress baffled. Before the weeks end, what started as a quickie between strangers rapidly turns into something more.
When I found out JM was writing a MM series I was psyched because thats my jam! Cam and Brady's story did not disappoint. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
Cam can be accused of the same thing. He works hard and has no time for anything more. Then a sexy man in his establishment has caught Cams attention. So much so Cam does something completely out of character, leaving his waitress baffled. Before the weeks end, what started as a quickie between strangers rapidly turns into something more.
When I found out JM was writing a MM series I was psyched because thats my jam! Cam and Brady's story did not disappoint. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
September 1, 2025
Strong, steamy, and classy novella about finding yourself (#Bramden).
Brady is made by his friends/business partners to take himself out on a date to just unwind and do something good for himself. While out, he and Cam have a “moment” that turns into a “MOMENT” (if you’re picking up what I am putting down *wags eyebrows*). Well, Brady and Camden, Bramden if you will, cannot keep to themselves. Bramden just keep falling for each other. What started as a “MOMENT” is turning into so much more. Just like every relationship, there are obstacles….age, parents, exes….but hey, the heart wants what the heart wants.
Brady is made by his friends/business partners to take himself out on a date to just unwind and do something good for himself. While out, he and Cam have a “moment” that turns into a “MOMENT” (if you’re picking up what I am putting down *wags eyebrows*). Well, Brady and Camden, Bramden if you will, cannot keep to themselves. Bramden just keep falling for each other. What started as a “MOMENT” is turning into so much more. Just like every relationship, there are obstacles….age, parents, exes….but hey, the heart wants what the heart wants.
May 17, 2025
I received an advance review copy and I am leaving this review voluntarily. This is my own opinion and was not influenced by anyone.
I am a fan of JM Walker. This book is a little different than her previous books; however, I really enjoyed it. It is a smexy, quick read. Brady and Cam have incredible chemistry. I also love the friendships throughout. These friends are like family with a strong bond. It is a MM romance. If this isn't your thing, I still recommend giving it a shot. The love is everything you would want.
I am a fan of JM Walker. This book is a little different than her previous books; however, I really enjoyed it. It is a smexy, quick read. Brady and Cam have incredible chemistry. I also love the friendships throughout. These friends are like family with a strong bond. It is a MM romance. If this isn't your thing, I still recommend giving it a shot. The love is everything you would want.
May 6, 2025
This is my first book by this author! It was ahmazing and I can not wait fir the rest of the series. I will warn you be ready for a cold shower because boy it is hawt! I was fanning myself the entire time. Or if you have a partner you might want to jump them.
Anyhooo one click this book! I gave it four stars because Cam and Brady navigate a one night stand that might become more! Happy reading.
I would recommend iced coffee with this book. Just saying wink wink.
Anyhooo one click this book! I gave it four stars because Cam and Brady navigate a one night stand that might become more! Happy reading.
I would recommend iced coffee with this book. Just saying wink wink.
June 16, 2025
I usually pass on MM, but I'm really loving this authors words, so I thought Id give it a try, and I'm so glad I did, Strong Coffee was fantastic!
Brady and Cam are absolutely fire. Character flow and chemistry is perfect, and the spice is *chefs kiss*
I love the broodiness and bluntness of Cam when it comes to Brady's past relationship, and Brady's hesitancy, it feels real.
Overall Strong Coffee is a quick fantastic read with amazing characters, that you dont want to say goodbye to.
Brady and Cam are absolutely fire. Character flow and chemistry is perfect, and the spice is *chefs kiss*
I love the broodiness and bluntness of Cam when it comes to Brady's past relationship, and Brady's hesitancy, it feels real.
Overall Strong Coffee is a quick fantastic read with amazing characters, that you dont want to say goodbye to.
June 18, 2025
This was a beautiful love story that I could not get enough of.
Brady and Camden have an instant connection and explosive chemistry that was undeniable.
Their first encounter - HOLY CRAP - it was so freaking hot and spicy!! And it only gets hotter from there.
This was a really well written steamy MM love story that had all kinds of sparks flying everywhere.
Loved it and can’t wait for the next novella in this amazing new series.
Brady and Camden have an instant connection and explosive chemistry that was undeniable.
Their first encounter - HOLY CRAP - it was so freaking hot and spicy!! And it only gets hotter from there.
This was a really well written steamy MM love story that had all kinds of sparks flying everywhere.
Loved it and can’t wait for the next novella in this amazing new series.
August 17, 2025
I desperately wanted to like this book after meeting the amazing author but unfortunately it didn’t hit.
I found the issues repetitive and then confusing. I thought one of them was looking to be submissive to someone and then he turned out to have a more dominant side but then went back and so it kind of felt very wishy washy. And the ex slash friend was toxic but not in a fun sexy way, it was just really annoying and awkward
I found the issues repetitive and then confusing. I thought one of them was looking to be submissive to someone and then he turned out to have a more dominant side but then went back and so it kind of felt very wishy washy. And the ex slash friend was toxic but not in a fun sexy way, it was just really annoying and awkward
May 8, 2025
4*
Brady and his college friends Shane, Presley and Noah have worked hard to achieve their dreams of opening Coffee, beans and love together.
Camden is drawn to Brady when he sees him eating in his restaurant and knows he wants to learn more about him.
Brady is wary having just come out of a relationship that has put a strain on his friendships.
A nice start to the series, great characters.
Brady and his college friends Shane, Presley and Noah have worked hard to achieve their dreams of opening Coffee, beans and love together.
Camden is drawn to Brady when he sees him eating in his restaurant and knows he wants to learn more about him.
Brady is wary having just come out of a relationship that has put a strain on his friendships.
A nice start to the series, great characters.
June 19, 2025
Infatuation At First Sight
When Bradys friends and co-owners of the bar see he is burning out, they make him take some me time to de-stress. This takes him to a bar for a beer and food by himself. Where he spots a slightly older, very handsome man. One he cant seem to take his eyes off. This book is a very hot, steamy read.
When Bradys friends and co-owners of the bar see he is burning out, they make him take some me time to de-stress. This takes him to a bar for a beer and food by himself. Where he spots a slightly older, very handsome man. One he cant seem to take his eyes off. This book is a very hot, steamy read.
May 13, 2025
Brady and Cam are delicious. A brilliant read from an author who can turn her hand to anything she tries.
There's friendship, spice, possible drama, and it's all done really well.
I can't wait to see what she does next.
There's friendship, spice, possible drama, and it's all done really well.
I can't wait to see what she does next.
May 14, 2025
Brady and Cam were incredibly hot and had so much chemistry it made my head spin. This was a great read of friendship and love and two strangers coming together and finding a good balance in their relationship. A great book by a new author to me and I enjoyed the story and the characters.
June 14, 2025
Whew! Spicy! But also sweet. It was a nice quick read. I enjoyed the characters and found them to be well written. It seems to me that there is a possibility of more stories about the rest of the group.
June 18, 2025
Lovely story
I really liked watching Cam and Brady explore their attraction. While I don't usually read MM books this one just felt like a good love story. I'm looking forward to reading more of this new series.
I really liked watching Cam and Brady explore their attraction. While I don't usually read MM books this one just felt like a good love story. I'm looking forward to reading more of this new series.
June 19, 2025
Fire!!
Oh my days!!! What a hot read!! Brady meets Cam unexpectedly on a rare night off and boom! Fireworks!!
Phew! Jam packed with feels and fire, what more could you want?! Go one click now!
Oh my days!!! What a hot read!! Brady meets Cam unexpectedly on a rare night off and boom! Fireworks!!
Phew! Jam packed with feels and fire, what more could you want?! Go one click now!
August 13, 2025
coffee beans &love.
I always pick up a Jm Walker book I am never disappointed. This was a quick read. Fast paced. Spicy. MM. Duel POV. I really enjoyed Cam and Brady’s story. HEA. If this is your cup of coffee, grab yours now.
I always pick up a Jm Walker book I am never disappointed. This was a quick read. Fast paced. Spicy. MM. Duel POV. I really enjoyed Cam and Brady’s story. HEA. If this is your cup of coffee, grab yours now.
May 20, 2025
Well this was my first complete MM and I have to admit I loved it I adored Brady, and Cam grew on me what a twist at the end! Can’t wait for book 2
June 16, 2025
This is a quick spicy MM story.
I liked both Brady and Camden.
They both instantly felt something for the other.
Their chemistry is hot and heavy.
I wish there was more of just the two of them in the story.
More development of their relationship.
Shane was like the invisible third wheel.
He was practically mentioned on each page.
I did really like the bond and friendship that is between all the owners of Coffee Beans & Love.
What these four had was more deeper than just a friendship. It was equivalent to family love.
**3.5 stars**
I liked both Brady and Camden.
They both instantly felt something for the other.
Their chemistry is hot and heavy.
I wish there was more of just the two of them in the story.
More development of their relationship.
Shane was like the invisible third wheel.
He was practically mentioned on each page.
I did really like the bond and friendship that is between all the owners of Coffee Beans & Love.
What these four had was more deeper than just a friendship. It was equivalent to family love.
**3.5 stars**
August 16, 2025
I got this book at FBBF25. This is a novella with mm, age gap and instant connection. Loved this book and I know that I’ll be reading it again and will also be looking out for the other books.
June 16, 2025
wow i don't know where to start but wow this one gets hot right off the start.
the insta attraction and quick love between the 2 main male characters is off the wall. smoldering looks and well it was to be a one night stand between them well that doesn't happen.
but best way to experience this book though a short read is by grabbing the book and sitting down to read. I can't wait to see whats next in this series
the insta attraction and quick love between the 2 main male characters is off the wall. smoldering looks and well it was to be a one night stand between them well that doesn't happen.
but best way to experience this book though a short read is by grabbing the book and sitting down to read. I can't wait to see whats next in this series
June 16, 2025
With Cam and Brady sparks were flying from their first encounter, but neither expected it to lead to anything more than one night. But as they learn more about each other neither wants to let go of their connection. Brady has a best friend/ FWB who could muddy things, and they find they have connections in other parts of their lives which could make and break them. Which will it be?
With intriguing side characters and plenty of humour this was a fun spicy read, with characters I came to care about. I loved it and am full of anticipation for the later books in this series from an author who knows exactly what she’s doing!
Now where did I put that hot, strong coffee??
With intriguing side characters and plenty of humour this was a fun spicy read, with characters I came to care about. I loved it and am full of anticipation for the later books in this series from an author who knows exactly what she’s doing!
Now where did I put that hot, strong coffee??
July 3, 2025
Absolutely loved this spicy little novella! I’ve been following this series ever since J.M. announced it and I’ve been waiting patiently for the first book and it did NOT disappoint!
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