It Takes Three

by J. Jones

My heart wants both of them…

College was supposed to be a fresh start.
A chance to spread my wings and fly like I couldn’t back in my small hometown.
Instead, I flew right into the arms of two brothers and got tangled up.

One night changes everything.

Could it be my chance to have everything I desire?



It Takes Three is a steamy MFM romance about two brothers who like to share. There are MF and MFM scenes, but nothing happens between them, they focus wholly on her. This story is for readers 18+.

Genres: Why Choose, Novella

124 pages, Paperback

First published August 28, 2023

Reviews

[Queen Nena 🦋👑 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm speechless for words. I felt like I was really in the book. I was Lala. It's crazy to even think that her thoughts of being with both of them really happened. This book is really to prefect for words. I can't wait to read more because I need to know more. I cried my eye out because i finished because I didn't want it to finish. The cute little acknowledgement how she named every person who supported her through this journey of writing and telling a story. I will never forget my first ever arc reading. This book will forever be my favorite arc reading and my favorite Storie! I recommend you reading this book because you won't ever wanna stop reading it. It will feel like it's actually happening to you when it really ain't. To the author thank you for writing and telling this story! Thank you for letting me be an arc reading for this book. 📚
I always love the bad boy they brothers are prefect♥️ I fell for them!

[Toryann · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing first debut by this author! Congrats!

[Johanna Sawyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawt! If I had one word to describe this ménage book it would definitely be hawt! Novella length but it does what it should and wet’s your thirst for more. If they’re was a steamy anthology out there then this would be a great submission. Congratulations on your debut read! Five stars for me!

[Lindsey Larimer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finished in just under an hour! Great debut book!!! Had me obsessed with the steamy moments. Greaaaat read 🔥 🔥

[Xanny Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first good book I've read this year and it was only 120 pages long that's so unfair 😭 but I loved this book I'm definitely looking forward to reading more from J. Jones in the future

[Jenna Inman · Rating 3 out of 5]

It Takes Three by L. Jones is exactly what you reach for when you need a palate cleanser between heavier reads. It’s short, spicy, and gets straight to the point — no unnecessary fluff, no long-winded drama. Just a fast-paced, steamy escape that delivers what it promises.

The story centers around a sultry dynamic between three characters, and while it doesn’t dive deep into complex character development or elaborate plots, it thrives in its simplicity. Jones knows the audience and delivers a bold, sensual narrative that wastes no time heating up.

If you’re looking for a thought-provoking literary experience, this probably isn’t it — but if you’re in the mood for an easy, spicy read that’s over in a sitting and leaves you smiling (or blushing), It Takes Three hits the mark. A solid 3 stars for serving up exactly what it intends: fast, fun, fiery fiction.

[Bex's Bookshelves | Bookstagram | Book Reviewer · Rating 4 out of 5]

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This book is such a spicy read that leaves you wanting more.

I would absolutely love to see where this book was heading as it was such a short book. Maybe a book before everything had happened, but that bombshell that was dropped, I felt so sorry for our main character.

If you want a book with lots of spice and very little plot, this is for you. Definitely a palate cleanser.

[Brittany Secor · Rating 3 out of 5]

✨ARC REVIEW✨

To be completely honest, I struggled through this book and it’s a shorter book. It has nothing to do with the storyline, that in itself was really good.

The book was three chapters. And chapter 2 my kindle read at “1 hour 30 minutes” of reading. It felt very tedious in my opinion. Chapters, to me, are such great stopping places for a mental break at and I did not have that in this book.

This book revolves around Lainey, Eli, and Ethan. This is a MFM steamy romance about twin brothers who like to share 😜

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It Takes Three was a short sexy steamy story about Lainey and two twin brothers, Ethan and Eli. Really enjoyed their story and the smut is pretty steamy, because twins 🥵. The book was well written. I loved how they both took care of her. It is short but you get a lot in that short amount of time. The last sentence makes it seem more of an open ended ending and I am not crazy about those and waffled between a 4 or 5 star based on that. Very well written it’s hard to believe that this is J debut novel. Looking forward to future books by this new author.

[Mandy Peden · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
It Takes Three ARC by @authorjjones
Phew! 🥵 this one was hawt! I want more! This book had me so jealous of Lainey! Who wouldn’t want twins all to themselves?! 😮‍💨 The spice, the plot, the dialogue between the characters… *chefs kiss* 👩🏻‍🍳💋

This book comes out 8/28 - y’all are gonna want to grab it!

[Amanda Girvan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is this authors debut novel and it did not disappoint! Super spicy novella (🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️) that I couldn't put down. The tension at the beginning of the story kept making me want to keep reading and the ending was absolutely perfect. The FMC is super relatable and the MMCs are perfect for her in every way. This is definitely a must read!!

Would love a sequel with these three characters!

[Gina V · Rating 5 out of 5]

The smutty fantasy I never knew I needed!! I absolutely LOVED the slow burn! The fact that we were inside of Lala’s head and experiencing all the pure bliss and chaos with her! We were along for the ride! And I am here for it! Keeping my fingers crossed for a second book featuring Lala, Eli, and Ethan! 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[n_ow_n · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was short and sweet! It was literally a snapshot of a moment in time. Even though that one *smutty* moment was most of the book, the story gave romantic vibes. It was well-written and not at all cringy (which is often the case with MFMs). I'd definitely read this again if re-written as a longer book with more plot and character development.

[Gwen · Rating 4 out of 5]

tiny book that has so much potential. Twin menage is one of my guilty pleasures and sure I know IRL it would probably be super gross (for the twins) this is why I read books. So our h is heartbroken because her super hot boyfriend broke up with her. She runs to his brother to comfort and console her, which he does. When his brother comes home though...things get tricky.

[Georgia Hollyoak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing, i need more! This is well written! I would love to hear their full story, the life they build. If u dont like the idea of two brothers sharing someone then this isnt the book for u. But this for me was sexy and spicy and just brilliant . 10/10. Cant wait to have another book!

[Rachel Stephens · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and Steamy
Lainey and the Renner brothers know how to heat things up in this book!
Lainey is struggling with her thoughts and feelings over the twins, Ethan and Eli. Will she have to choose when her heart might want both?!!

[bookcathe · Rating 5 out of 5]

5⭐️
This book 🙌❤️
J. Jones I am forever you fan! I want to read every single page you wrote and I NEED to read more about them.
The connection between all of them, the main character, the romance, the spice 🙈 and the title of the book was mentioned!!!
Absolute perfection

[Davin Moss · Rating 5 out of 5]

🥵🥵🥵 my favorite trope and probably my favorite spicy read of the year. The story is short but it's filled with exactly what you need to get character depth and what we all want (obviously) in a spicy book. Loved it so much!!

[Kylera · Rating 4 out of 5]

More please

This was incredibly hot and just the right amount of angst for how it would go. That said I want more. I want to see how they play out. Or even pov of when she was just with Eli and how Ethan felt, maybe include how they met and that first night at the party.

[echo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow omg a amazing debut book from the author loved this so much read this so quickly , loved it and the spicy moments omg 🌶️

[Mylene Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eli, Lainey and Ethan meet at a party. Which of the brothers should Lainey chose? The twins are difficult to tell apart. Let the fun begin.

[Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good book! Definitely a quick read. I wish it was longer to build more of a story line. However for its length it was good and captivating!

[Gail Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this. It’s a short hot read . The steam between these three is off the chart, and is described so beautifully. Well worth a read

[Zoey Day · Rating 4 out of 5]

Holy hot!!! Like really hot. Short but sweet and hot! I love how the three of them were with each other!