Mocha Latte

Little Cakes #17

by Pepper North, Paige Michaels

Welcome to Little Cakes, the bakery that plays Daddy matchmaker!

Who knew a trip to Little Cakes would completely rock her world?

When Aria Martin volunteers to pick up the dessert for her best friend’s bachelorette party, she never expects to uncover a whole new world in her own town. Fueled by the caffeine-laden treats, she’s energized to explore her hidden desires.

Cameron Ferguson is intrigued by Aria the moment she steps into Blaze. He immediately guesses she is Little and volunteers to show her around. By the time she finishes asking him a million questions about the adult club, he’s certain she is his. Now, all he has to do is convince her.

Little Cakes is a sweet and satisfying series, but dare to taste only if you like delicious Daddies, luscious Littles, and guaranteed happily-ever-afters.

Genres: Romance, BDSM

198 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2024

About the author

Ever just gone for it? That's what USA Today Bestselling Author Pepper North did in 2017 when she posted a book for sale on Amazon without telling anyone. Thanks to her amazing fans, the support of the writing community, Mr. North, and a killer schedule, she has now written more than 150 books!

Enjoy contemporary, paranormal, dark, and erotic romances that are both sweet and steamy? Pepper will convert you into one of her loyal readers. What's coming in the future? A Daddypalooza!

Reviews

[Little Blue Butterfly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVE this series 😍 Paige Michaels and Pepper North are such a dynamic duo 🤗 They’ve written a fantastic series, with amazing characters and stories, and yes…….oh so many yummy cupcakes 🧁 Aria and Cameron are such a wonderful couple ♥️ I love their story so much!!! Cameron is such a patient and charming Daddy. His character is so easy to fall in love with!! Aria is so sweet and she is definitely the perfect Little for him 💜 I hope Paige and Pepper write this series forever!!!! I’ll be very heartbroken and disappointed if there’s an end 💔
Aria comes to Little Cakes to pick up a cupcake order for her friend’s Bachelorette Party. When she sees a group of women huddled around the cupcake counter, having a wonderful time, she can’t help but feel lonely like she’s missing something in her life. Ellie, Little Cakes owner, invites Aria to join them in trying the cupcake of the month….Mocha Latte 🤎 Aria loves it, but is also curious about the ladies Little lifestyles. She’s invited to Blaze for a tour. While there, she meets Cameron, the bartender. He’s had his eye on Aria, while she was sitting at his bar, and wants to be the one to give her the tour. He guesses she is Little, so he takes her to Blaze’s daycare section, where Aria looks surprised and happy. Cameron knows he recognizes Aria from somewhere, figures it out, and takes her to a private room to tell her. Cameron is the HR manager at the company Aria works for, but not having spent much time together before, she had not figured it out. Cameron really wants to be Aria’s Daddy but she is really worried, because she doesn’t want to create trouble for them at work, plus she’s a newer Little so she’s still trying to figure herself out. Cameron has to figure out how to put Aria’s worries to rest…….
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK/SERIES 🩵💜

[jane]

Another disappointing one. She never ever has had a Daddy before or practiced age play. He has spent two half days with her and already decided to take her temperature, seriously? She wasn't even in her Little space. She wasn't even sure he was her Daddy for sure to trust and give consent. What happened to all the other aspects of age play, the easy and less scary ones? He put everything on her at once and didn't give her time to think or react. She had literally zero experience. He should has been more considerate and careful. Bad Daddy, if you ask me.

[Tiffany Barnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love both of these authors, and the Little Cakes series is one of my favorites when I need a sweet story.

Aria & Cameron were so good together! I loved how patient he was with Aria as she navigated her way through their relationship.

Can't wait for the next book of this series. I love how we see past characters but can start in the middle of the series if we choose to.

[Karon Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing addition to the series. Aria and Cameron work together so when they run into each other at Blaze and finally realize their connection, Aria is scared of being "outed". She didn't even know for sure if she really was a little, but Cameron shows her how great it can be. I love the hard working business woman who is a little with her daddy when they are together. I thought having them work together was even more fraught for disaster and boy was I proved correct. Thankfully Cameron wasn't willing to allow Aria to run from them and Aria eventually listened and didn't make him grovel (not that he needed to). Bottom line, these two were amazing together. Great HEA.

[Angela Farley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mocha Latte

This is Little Cakes Book 17. This is Cameron and Aria's story.
This was such a sweet book. Aria had came to Little Cakes to buy cupcakes and met Ellie and a group of Littles there. After talking with the them and Tarson she knew they were Littles and they invited her to Blaze one night. 3 weeks later she gets the nerve to show up and sits at the bar waiting on someone to give her a tour. The bartender Cameron gives her a tour and makes his interest known to her and let's her know he believes she might be his Little.
After a date the next day at CC's coffee Aria and Cameron's have sparks.
Since they work together Aria has worries, but Cameron reassures her.
Things go so well as Cameron helps Aria embrace her Little for the first time.
Then we have a bit of a hiccup in their path. But in the end we get that perfect HEA.
Was great to have some cameos of others from previous books in this one.
And we also met Nora a new owner of a art supply store and I think the star of the next book.
Can't  wait!!

I received a advanced readers copy for free and am leaving a honest voluntary review

[Shannon Bolton]

Another wonderful Little cakes story. Aria and Cameron were perfect for each other. Aria was unsure about her little side. Cameron helped her out of her shell but a misunderstanding almost ruined things. Plenty of emotions. Really connected with this one. A++

[Margaret Center · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read all the books in this series and each time I say this is the best but come on anything related to cupcakes and finding your one is the best. Each book in this series, brings you joy, and your hidden self comes to the front, whether your Dominant, submissive, Daddy or Little. Book 17 of this series, show's you that every relationship has bumps in the road, people who feel they should be important over all else. Making friends in unexpected places. That what you're looking for can be right in front of you or in the same workplace, and you don't even know it till someone takes a brave step to explore or change something or see past the scary. Aria and Cameron, both in upper-level positions in the same office, both craving what they're missing. Only one of them, Cameron, knows what he is wanting and looking for when he sees her sitting at his bar and the pull is strong. When he puts two and two together of how he knows her, he worries it will mess things up. Aria walks in to get dessert for a party, envious of the scene in front of her, not realizing or willing to admit, that she wants to be free spirited like the women in front of her. Does she know she's a Little, is she going to be brave and go see what Blaze has to offer. Can she let her self go and believe this man, Cameron, really wants her. Read and find out. Can't wait for the next one. They always hit all the feels.

I received this book as an advance copy and I'm leaving a voluntary review.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another simply splendid addition to series involving Little Cakes and their clientele

Aria had been visiting Little Cakes to pick up a batch she had purchased and had put by, it was the first time she had actually ever been in the store and she was instantly charmed by the fun the remaining women had been having in the store after the shop had just closed.

She had inadvertently learned that many of them were in fact Littles, she had read about this lifestyle but had not truly believed that Daddies, Mommies and Littles actually existed and had been curious about visiting Blasé a BDSM club they all visited and played with other Littles.

When Aria had been nervously waiting at the bar for some of the Littles from Littles Cakes to arrive, she had been speaking to Cameron, he had made no bones about the fact he was a Daddy an they had hit it off almost immediately.

This is a wonderful story and I do not want to give away too much, I guarantee that you will love the book and be left looking forward to future stories.

I assure you that you will love every moment of this book it is simply a fantastic read.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.

[Beverly McCall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mocha Latte is the 17th installment in the Little Cakes series penned by Pepper North and Paige Michaels. In it she chronicles the romantic journey of Aria Martin and Cameron Ferguson. Aria works for Tilden’s as an engineer production manager. Cameron works for the same company, but in HR. He is also a member of the local BDSM club. One night he is at the club working as a bartender when Aria arrives. He is instantly attracted to her and keeps an eye on her. After a while, he realizes they work for the same company. Soon they are an item, much to the chagrin of his personal assistant. Aria’s professional world is shattered when her personnel file is tampered with. Three complaints are in her personnel file. Devastated she runs. Can Cameron find her? Will he get to the bottom of how the complaints got into her file? Will they find happiness? To discover what unfolds, you must read this adorable age-play romance.

Pepper North and Paige Michaels did it again with another captivating romantic read. Their skill utilizing literary devices is outstanding. Their dialog, both conversational and internal monologues are entertaining, as they reveal a concise picture of her characters’ identities. The lead characters are multi-dimensional. The secondary characters add interest and help to move this plot along. I liked the way they use intrigue to enhance this character-driven romantic plot and capture their readers attention.

[Monae Doyle · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was another book in the Little Cakes series. This story centered around a woman named Aria Martin. She goes to Little Cakes to pick up cupcakes 🧁 for a bachelorette party. She ends up meeting some of the women there who are also Little. Aria finds a cupcake she likes called Mocha Latte. She is encouraged to go to this BDSM club called Blaze. She meets a guy there named Cameron Ferguson. He is the bartender there and they start talking. He realizes that Aria is a Little. He becomes instantly crazy head over heels for her. She finds out that he knows her from work. She is uncertain that they should spend time together. Cameron reassures her about the fact that he likes her. They go out on a date to this coffee ☕️ place with cats. The only angst in this story is a woman that works for Cameron sets her up by her thinking Cameron signed off on complaints against her at work which wasn’t true. I had a problem with him constantly calling her Giggles and about her giggling. I also didn’t like the thermometer being used on the woman as if she was a baby. The diaper part is also a little much to read about. It was a cute story but I had certain issues with the story.

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really fun book that made me laugh. When Aria entered Little Cakes, she didn’t know that her life would change forever she only went to pick up an order of cupcakes for a bachelorette party. Aria was new to age play, she had only read books about it and didn’t realise that she was a Little. When she is invited to go to Blaze the local kink club, she thinks it’s just to see what is out there. When she meets Cameron the sexy bartender, she doesn’t realise that he will soon be her daddy.
I really enjoyed the interaction between Aria and the Littles at Little Cakes, and then as Cameron’s Little. She was wary of going out with him, especially since he was the HR Manager at her work. Their relationship became a bit rocky, at one stage, but with communication and the love that they shared it was resolved and they go onto live a happily ever after.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.

[Stats23 · Rating 5 out of 5]

It continues to amaze me how there can be so many flavors of cupcakes and how each one has a particular couple attached to it. Aria and Cameron first meet at Blaze, a local BDSM Club, but they actually have a previous connection. However, were it not for the new Mocha Latte cupcake being introduced at Little Cakes they might never have seriously connected, but once they did there was no holding back by either of them. The combination of kittens at CC’s Purrfect Coffee and cupcakes from Little Cakes could bend and break any “little’s” resistance. Add in swinging at the park and it’s a done deal. It is so sweet to follow the flow of their budding relationship and all that it entails, including some spankings and sex, and a whole lot of DDlg love and support. Oh yes, and a great line “Young love,” the woman said with a smile. “Enjoy being together and don’t waste any time.” And don’t you waste any time getting your hands on this book! 5 Stars

[Cat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say the Little Cakes series by Paige Michaels and Pepper North is one of my all time favorites. They are just the right amount of sweet and spice.
Mocha Latte is the latest release, and it does not disappoint. This is Aria and Cameron's story and it pulls you into the story from page 1 and fills your heart with love.
Although Aria has read books about Littles and their Care Givers, she never realized that people actually live that way, and never knew she was a Little. Then she meets Cameron at Blaze, and he just knows from first sight that Aria was the girl for him. Although they work for the same company there is no restrictions for them to have a relationship. Things are progressing very well, until a jealous coworker tries to cause trouble. Luckily for the two, the truth comes out and the right person gets what coming to them.
If you need an uplifting story that makes your heart glow, check out Mocha Latte and all the other fantastical books in the Little Cakes series.

[Shifty Bugger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

I absolutely loved reading this book it was awesome, once you start reading this story you don't won't to put the book down and the characters were really captivating. This story was about Aria Martin and Cameron, Cameron is a Daddy he also works at Blaze's behind the bar he hasn't found his little yet. Aria is organising a bachelorette party and ended up picking up from Little Cakes but while she was there they had her try the new flavoured cupcakes. She never thought that Littles existed, she had read books with it in. Aria went to Blaze's to wait for the Little's in the meantime she sat at the bar. Cameron was infatuated with her instantly and kept his eyes on her while working, Aria thought he's cute. It was hot and steamy, with a lot of them getting to know each other.

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aria didn’t expect to find Littles. She was only going to Little Cakes for something sweet. Even to find out that a place called Blaze also caters to them. Cameron has been looking for his Little for a while. Having one sitting at the bar of Blaze was fate. He now had to get her to open up to him. I think these two are adorable. For one they connected at Blaze and surprise they work for the same company. Good thing is not in the same department. Cameron didn’t have to work too hard to get Aria out of her shell. She just didn’t know that she was a Little. He was patient and nurturing and helped guide her. Aria was lucky to find a man that didn’t push her. There was a point I was almost going to cry but thank goodness it got resolved. We got to see the girls from Little Cakes and even met someone new, Nora. Looking forward to her story and her store.

[Mandy (MP Book Reviews) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Aria Martin picked up the dessert for her best friend’s bachelorette party from Little Cakes and discovered a whole new world of Littles and Daddies. Fueled by the caffeine-laden treats, she’s energized to explore her hidden desires. Cameron Ferguson is intrigued by Aria the moment she steps into Blaze. Guessing that she is a little he decides to give her a tour and by then he is certain that she is him - now he needs to get her to agree.

This was a sweet story of how Aria found her inner Little and fell in love with her perfect Daddy. I loved that he gave her time but also made decisions when he had to. I liked that safe sex was a priority and that consent was central to what they did. Easy to read, feel and understand. This is an MF story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLG dynamic.

[Toni L · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's been a little while since I've read a Little Cakes book and this, like all of the others, is a standalone, HEA story. I really liked how this story started, with Aria stumbling onto the dynamic in Little Cakes bakery and discovering that what she reads in fiction may not be fantasy. The story moved quite quickly in the relationship with Cameron and Aria. They were lovely together and there was some great interaction. Aria fitted seemlessly into her Little role, and Cameron was s caring and loving Daddy. This story is a bit more younger age play than I normally like, but it is only a small part of the story. I thought it was great that this story balances their private DDlg relationship with their professional daily relationship. There is a bit of angst in the last third but overal this is just a stressfree romance and a delightful read.

[Kitty Mccaffrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

As sweet as a cupcake

Little Cake series is always a hit with me.
Aria is a woman who is caught in the trap of losing herself in her profession. A shakeup is required and a trip into Little Cakes was just the catalyst she needed to open her eyes, mind and heart to who she really is.
Cameron has been looking for his special woman. A man who only wants to care for someone and take stress away from them.
What I liked: Aria and Cameron are great together and sparks fly immediately. The formula of this series works to show off this couple. The villain was easy to dislike.
What I didn’t like: virtually nothing was wrong.
Overall this book was released at the right time I needed a sweet book. Yes there are steamy scenes but book holds up.

[Joe Kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rexy and Marigold

An excellent addition to the Little Cakes series. Book seventeen, and it's as fresh as the first. I love the character interactions and story detail.
Aria is being brave, visiting Blaze to find out more about the lifestyle she only thought lived in books, until she met Ellie at Little Cakes.
Cameron is tending bar and offers to show her around. Her starts a beautiful journey to happiness. There are bumps along the way, new people to meet and a love that will surpass all expectations.
I loved this book, the detailed plot, and emotions that capture my attention.
I love how this is a broad world with a central point, Little Cakes, that everything rotates around.
I highly recommend this book, series, and authors.

[Amy Reads Romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aria is the Little girl Cameron has been searching for, even if she didn't know she was Little. When he spies her from his position as bartender at Blaze, he knows right away. They realize they work for the same company, and they get to know each other better over lunch each day. You'll need to read it to see their happily ever after ending. A new character is introduced at the end at Little Cakes, and I'm hoping her story is next! This book made me smile. Aria's story is not what she ever thought would happen for her, but Cameron introduces her to the lifestyle, and teaches her about herself. It's a beautifully written story by two of my favorite authors. It's very worth the one click.

I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Gsmitty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mocha Latte by Pepper North and Paige Michaels is the seventeenth book in the Little Cakes series, and it was exactly what my sweet tooth was looking for!

My heart melted for Aria from the very first page. She's sweet, giving, and just wants to be loved for who she is. And Cameron? Holy moly, but that dedication, that focus, that intensity, that care, all directed at Aria, well, it was delicious to read!

There's some light angst and drama around learning to accept what you truly want, and letting yourself be yourself, no matter what others might think. This story made my heart happy as two people found their person, and then did the work to make it stick and make it last.

P. S. Marigold is too cute!

[ZJT · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet treat designed to keep you up all night.

Anything with coffee gets an extra vote from me, but this featured cupcake sounds particularly delicious. The characters are so endearing. I really enjoy visiting Little Cakes and meeting up with the other Littles.

Cameron seems almost too perfect, but he is the epitome of a caring, watchful Daddy. I like how Aria never has to wonder if she is the center of her Daddy's world, Cameron is open and honest about his feelings.

As in every relationship there is a bit of angst; how the couple resolved the situation sets them up nicely for the future. I absolutely love the ending.

[Gloria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aria didn't know that she was a little

Aria went to Blaze to check out what it was like there. Cameron was the bartender on duty. She caught his eye and was looking for his little girl. He took her for a tour of the place. He showed her the daycare for the Littles to play. She was fascinated with the club but also the man who felt an attraction to.
Cameron didn't know that they worked for the same company. He worked in the HR department and was into the numbers of the business.
He loved being with her and pampering her. He wanted to be her Daddy. She feels like a little when she is with him.
It's another great story by Pepper North and the little and Daddy community.

[Rara Loves to Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

Moche Latte is another solid read from Pepper North and Paige Michaels. I don’t know how they write so many books in this series yet still keep the books from being formulaic. Each one is slightly different with well thought out characters and surprisingly realistic storylines. This time it’s about what happens when you start dating someone who works for the same company you do and the worry about how that may look to others. Mocha Latte does contain staples from this series such as delicious cupcakes, good friends, and sweet romantic love. This series is my comfort reading and I hope the authors never run out of ideas.

[Dana Busenbark · Rating 4 out of 5]

We meet Aria in this book. Who is she? Who is her best friend? I felt her trepidation and jealousy when she walked into Little Cakes. Oh boy, Tarson threw the cat into the middle of the street from the top of a skyscraper. Woah! What happens when Aria starts asking the Littles about their lifestyle? Who is Cameron? What happens when Aria goes to Blaze? What is Aria's response when Cameron tells her who he is? What does he say, then ask? Aria made me chuckle. I miss my muder mittens! Watching Aria and Cameron find each other was so much fun! Enjoy the story!

[Laiba Malik · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Little Cakes series keep on getting better and better. Mocha Latte is the seventeenth book and while this series can be read as standalone, I would highly recommend to read the previous books as the characters are interconnected.

Aria, a brave and sweet little girl never realised that she has her own little side until she decided to visit Blaze where Cameron is working as a bartender. Both Aria and Cameron work at the same office. Seeing Aria at Blaze, Cameron is determined that Aria is the one for him and he proves to be the best daddy for Aria.

[Foodiegirl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pepper North's Little Cake series is always a delicious treat!
Aria is a woman who is caught in the trap of her profession, friendless and bored with her life.
A into Little Cakes was just the thing she needed to open her eyes, and discover who she really is.
Cameron is a wonderful guy who has been looking for his special little, he wants someone to care for and take their stress away.
The formula of this series works to show off this couple. The villain was easy to figure out and there are a few steamy scenes.

[Princess TJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

FOR THE LOVE OF MOCHA LATTES ❤️

Pepper North and Paige Michael’s are the dynamic duo of DDLG romance! I love this story and they’ve made my favorite coffee drink a specialty cupcake at Little Cakes! I need a cookbook with recipes for each of the cupcakes in this series. Every book in the Little Cakes series is a standalone story that brings a sweet romance to a Happily Ever After. This romance between two people that work for the same company & and belong to Club Blaze is one I’ll reread again and again.

[Angi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Cakes finds itself a new little friend in Aria. Aria comes into Blaze to look around and see if she can explore her Little side. Cameron the bartender immediately knows she is it for him. This is all so new to her and not only the Little part of her. They realize that they also have ties professionally. Aria doesn’t ever want her personal life and lifestyle discovered at work. Will they be able to navigate through all the changes and complications that they are up against? This story proves that not only are Littles the bravest of people but they always need their daddy.

[Lee Hamm · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mocha Latte is the latest book (17) of the Little Cakes series. This is the story of Aria and Cameron. Aria isn't completely sure she is a Little. But a chance meeting with the Littles from Little Cakes has her agreeing to meet them at Blasé. Cameron notices her and shows her around the club, answering all her questions. He's confident that she's meant to be his, but it takes a little more convincing on his part. This is another cute story. I love the entire series!