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Ignited
My life was perfect. A dream degree course, amazing friends, a different guy every weekend.
Until him.
One night.
No names.
We thought we’d never see each other again.
But the man that blew my mind turns out to be Dr. Wilder, a lecturer at my university with a reputation of being cold and unapproachable.
Completely wrong for me.
He’s a teacher. I’m a student.
Did I mention my housemates loathe him?
It was only supposed to be a one-night stand… until it wasn’t.
Now, we can’t seem to stay away from each other.
He’s turning my world upside down.
We’re in too deep.
There’s only one way this can end, and neither of us are prepared to face the consequences…
Ignited is an M/M new adult student/professor college romance, and is the third book in the LSU series. Each book can be read as a standalone.
Until him.
One night.
No names.
We thought we’d never see each other again.
But the man that blew my mind turns out to be Dr. Wilder, a lecturer at my university with a reputation of being cold and unapproachable.
Completely wrong for me.
He’s a teacher. I’m a student.
Did I mention my housemates loathe him?
It was only supposed to be a one-night stand… until it wasn’t.
Now, we can’t seem to stay away from each other.
He’s turning my world upside down.
We’re in too deep.
There’s only one way this can end, and neither of us are prepared to face the consequences…
Ignited is an M/M new adult student/professor college romance, and is the third book in the LSU series. Each book can be read as a standalone.
270 pages, Paperback
First published March 11, 2024
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Becca Steele
50 books4,400 followersBecca Steele is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of new adult romance from contemporary to dark. Her books have been translated into multiple languages.
Becca resides in the south of England with her family. When she's not writing, you can find her reading, gaming, or curating yet another Spotify playlist.
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May 27, 2024
I would like to thank GRR for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.
there are a lot of things i thought would blow me away about this book...and really, even the composite parts separately would typically win me over every.👏🏽time.👏🏽
🗹 growly possessive hot teacher type
🗹 granny's boy dance major
🗹 an eccentric sassy meddling GRANDMA
🗹 silly found family fun
🗹 fking in places you absolutely SHOULD NOT be fking in if you're gunning for a promotion
🗹 something something else related to sex
🗹 did i mention possessive?
...no lie, the list does go on, too...
but all i felt when i finished reading this book was that it was just...ok.
and while there's nothing wrong with that, per se, the narrative just didn't have that certain oomph energy that took it from separate particles to atomic level cohesion. ummm...no killian wasn't a science lecturer. he was Dr Business, through and through😏
in any case, whatever wasn't clicking for me was not a big deal, because this quick little read is exactly what it is: a sweet, sexy, has-been-done-before bit of fun to gobble up over the weekend... and absolutely NOT quantum mechanics, in any way, and for that i very much appreciated the uncomplicated fun of it!🥰✌🏽
there are a lot of things i thought would blow me away about this book...and really, even the composite parts separately would typically win me over every.👏🏽time.👏🏽
🗹 growly possessive hot teacher type
🗹 granny's boy dance major
🗹 an eccentric sassy meddling GRANDMA
🗹 silly found family fun
🗹 fking in places you absolutely SHOULD NOT be fking in if you're gunning for a promotion
🗹 something something else related to sex
🗹 did i mention possessive?
...no lie, the list does go on, too...
but all i felt when i finished reading this book was that it was just...ok.
and while there's nothing wrong with that, per se, the narrative just didn't have that certain oomph energy that took it from separate particles to atomic level cohesion. ummm...no killian wasn't a science lecturer. he was Dr Business, through and through😏
in any case, whatever wasn't clicking for me was not a big deal, because this quick little read is exactly what it is: a sweet, sexy, has-been-done-before bit of fun to gobble up over the weekend... and absolutely NOT quantum mechanics, in any way, and for that i very much appreciated the uncomplicated fun of it!🥰✌🏽
May 27, 2024
⭐️ 3 stars ⭐️
I’m on a bit of a 3 star streak, so this might be a me thing.
I didn’t really fall for these characters or their story. It was a cliché forbidden teacher and student romance, nothing new or exciting.
The older teacher is always a workaholic grump, the young student super sunshine-y and flirty, there are the usual meddling friends, the same third act break up ‘cause “we can’t be together”.
It just felt a little been there, done that.
I didn’t feel a spark while reading JJ and Killian’s story, and their relationship felt a little too superficial for me.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
Tropes and NSFW info (spoilers):
- Teacher x student
- Age gap
- Grumpy/sunshine
- One night stand to lovers
- Rimming
- Vers MCs (one switch scene)
“I knew I was never going to be able to keep you.”
I’m on a bit of a 3 star streak, so this might be a me thing.
I didn’t really fall for these characters or their story. It was a cliché forbidden teacher and student romance, nothing new or exciting.
The older teacher is always a workaholic grump, the young student super sunshine-y and flirty, there are the usual meddling friends, the same third act break up ‘cause “we can’t be together”.
It just felt a little been there, done that.
I didn’t feel a spark while reading JJ and Killian’s story, and their relationship felt a little too superficial for me.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
Tropes and NSFW info (spoilers):
- Teacher x student
- Age gap
- Grumpy/sunshine
- One night stand to lovers
- Rimming
- Vers MCs (one switch scene)
June 21, 2024
Ignited is a fantastic forbidden opposites attract romance between a student and professor. Killian and JJ are amazing together, with sizzling chemistry alongside their forbidden attraction. Their first meeting is legendary and leaves an impression on both, leading to their eventual reunion that shocks them both.
I love the professor/student trope and I found this story a wonderful addition. What makes this story so much fun and addicting is the undeniable chemistry and connection between Killian and JJ. They are vastly different in personality but together create a wonderful balance for one another.
Overall I loved this story, seeing the familiar characters and being swept away with a great romance that I devoured from beginning to end. The connection between Killian and JJ is one of a kind and I loved every moment of their story.
I love the professor/student trope and I found this story a wonderful addition. What makes this story so much fun and addicting is the undeniable chemistry and connection between Killian and JJ. They are vastly different in personality but together create a wonderful balance for one another.
Overall I loved this story, seeing the familiar characters and being swept away with a great romance that I devoured from beginning to end. The connection between Killian and JJ is one of a kind and I loved every moment of their story.
May 9, 2025
Well this just took Collided's place as my favourite book in this series!
Really loved JJ and Killian together. The possessiveness and not being able to stay away from each other was exactly what I enjoy reading, but it was how Killian treated G that stole my heart ❤️
Really loved JJ and Killian together. The possessiveness and not being able to stay away from each other was exactly what I enjoy reading, but it was how Killian treated G that stole my heart ❤️
April 3, 2024
** possible spoilers**
This book started so good, JJ & Killian had an anonymous hook up, then it jumps to three months later where you think it will be revealed that Killian is JJ's professor and it will be a good forbidden romance-
but it turns out, Killian is not JJ's professor. He is not even a professor at the same college as JJ. Same university, different colleges- in fact such different colleges there is absolutely no overlap whatsoever between them. How is that forbidden? The whole conflict of the book is about the forbidden student professor? Made no sense to me? I don't know where a professor at one college and student at another who are both adults would be forbidden? I know this book isnt set in america where I went to school so maybe its different?
And at one point, Killian's colleague says "People have been noticing you outside the performing arts building" What, this doesn't even make sense? The university I went to had over 10,000 students, sometimes I would have to take a 20 minute bus ride to get from my dorm to my class- how are the faculty of the business college noticing who is going in and out of the performing arts building? These buildings would be on completely different parts of campus?
I really wanted a forbidden professor/student book , but this sadly wasn't. There was nothing forbidden and no tension or anything. It started out good, but then it was pretty boring and anticlimactic. Started skimming at one point. Don't tease a forbidden professor/student book if you're not going to give us one pls.
This book started so good, JJ & Killian had an anonymous hook up, then it jumps to three months later where you think it will be revealed that Killian is JJ's professor and it will be a good forbidden romance-
but it turns out, Killian is not JJ's professor. He is not even a professor at the same college as JJ. Same university, different colleges- in fact such different colleges there is absolutely no overlap whatsoever between them. How is that forbidden? The whole conflict of the book is about the forbidden student professor? Made no sense to me? I don't know where a professor at one college and student at another who are both adults would be forbidden? I know this book isnt set in america where I went to school so maybe its different?
And at one point, Killian's colleague says "People have been noticing you outside the performing arts building" What, this doesn't even make sense? The university I went to had over 10,000 students, sometimes I would have to take a 20 minute bus ride to get from my dorm to my class- how are the faculty of the business college noticing who is going in and out of the performing arts building? These buildings would be on completely different parts of campus?
I really wanted a forbidden professor/student book , but this sadly wasn't. There was nothing forbidden and no tension or anything. It started out good, but then it was pretty boring and anticlimactic. Started skimming at one point. Don't tease a forbidden professor/student book if you're not going to give us one pls.
March 13, 2024
⭐︎
3.25 stars rounded down
⭐︎
I was sitting here, contemplating if I would give this 3.25 and round down, or 3.5 stars and round up. After re-reading my review for the last book in this series, I felt like I enjoyed this just slightly less. So 3.25 stars it is, rounded down.
Boy, I don't know if I'm finally in a reading slump of my own? Which, for me, is quite a few 3 stars reads. I generally feel like my reads are more 4/5 star reads, so about 3 of my last 4 or so reads being 3 stars is way out of the ordinary for me.
But the high hopes I had for this one just didn't come to fruition, unfortunately.
Anything this author could have used to have made this more interesting and spicy, was taken away.
Seriously, without:
✓ The student/teacher element (yeah, JJ is a student at the uni, but he's not Killian's student, and he's a legal adult, so it takes away a lot of the taboo-ness of it or any wrongness, any forbidden aspect.) Their age-gap goes hand in hand as well with this (which, aside from half-heartedness from Killian over that fact, wasn't a big deal either.)
✓ People reacting negatively to them being together
✓ Much personal drama with the main characters, between the main characters, or between the main characters and secondary characters
This book took away a lot of what could have made it interesting. And take away the elements that can make this have good, non-manufactured drama and you have to rely entirely on your main characters, their relationship and their chemistry. They have to deliver and these two just...didn't, entirely.
Now, they were good at points. They were chugging along, okay at times, a little bit sexy (but not blow your pants off sexy), a little fun, just mostly an "okay" feeling from them. But then around 50% there was this really hot scene of Killian being possessive AF, and I felt the first like "oh wow" feeling, one that would make you sit up and pay attention.
See, there's nothing wrong with these two as a main couple. They're sexy at times, they're sweet. They don't completely wow me, but I don't have anything against them either. Fairly middle of the road. So when that scene came along halfway through, I was pumped. Like yes, give me this because not much else was giving me that lit up feeling.
But then Killian has like...one somewhat possessive scene after that - JJ even kind of gives him what for about it, which is all well and good and healthy and blah blah - but then it just went back to being a little...meh. Boring. Not completely, but back to that middle of the road feeling.
They continued to have their sweet moments and I continued to like them well enough. But it didn't continue to perk my head up in interest, as it were, like that one halfway through scene did for me.
Neither character had any drama with any other character. The extent of their drama was thinking they'd both be fucked - especially Killian, who was looking for a promotion - if people found out, and them agonizing over it - - and then saying "fuck it" anyway, then soon after Killian and then that's that.
It just made this hard to get into at times. Very slow - in the beginning for sure. And then at times later on. This took me 4 days to finish and it shouldn't have. This is a fairly easy, light and quick read, and yet it took me too long to finish it.
The sex was also very...fast, most of the time. Except for a few times here or there which were fairly good overall, it was very vague and glossed over. The amount of times they got rid of their clothes from one sentence to the next - no tease, no foreplay, no lingering - and then the prep was almost completely skipped over, to them already in the act of fucking and coming like *that* was often. Sometimes it was just a "they fucked, the end" kind of one sentence feel to it.
It was just kind of a bummer a lot of the time, and also took away from the chemistry between them.
So, in the end, I didn't feel like I could give this more than 3 stars. It was just very much okay. Good at times, fun at times, entertaining at times, with okay chemistry most of the time, one time where it was really good, but not enough for me to have really enjoyed this to the point of a 4 or 5 star read.
The .25 star boost is for that halfway possessive scene alone. It was really good, and it had me really in this story for half a minute there.
I just don't think this author took the time the let the story breathe. Take away some of the unnecessary scenes, put in some drama by leaning more into the taboo elements this had, focus more on the sex scenes, giving more page time to them (I think most were less than a page, and some only about a paragraph long)
I think of that scene around 66%, where they're found out by Killian's kind of friend/work colleague, and there is literally only one sentence at the beginning of the chapter of them all the sudden at the end of a blowjob, the guy comes in in the second sentence, and it was fairly jarring to all the sudden get that. Like build up the sex scene, get us to the point where they're found out, don't just dive right into it, you know? It was off, for me, because of that. This feeling like the author wanted to get into it fast and didn't want to take time with some things.
So yeah, overall, this was just okay for me. This series has been fairly hit or miss - mostly miss - for me and that is a bummer. I hope future stories can pick things up. I was very interested in the very shy Leo, JJ's friend. Would love to see him get a love story.
So we'll see how that goes.
Until then, better luck next time 🤷♀️
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
My ratings for the LSU Series:
✨ Collided: 4.5 stars (my review)
✨ Blindsided: 3 stars (my review)
✨ Sidelined: 3.5 stars (my review)
✨ Ignited: 3.25 stars
I was sitting here, contemplating if I would give this 3.25 and round down, or 3.5 stars and round up. After re-reading my review for the last book in this series, I felt like I enjoyed this just slightly less. So 3.25 stars it is, rounded down.
Boy, I don't know if I'm finally in a reading slump of my own? Which, for me, is quite a few 3 stars reads. I generally feel like my reads are more 4/5 star reads, so about 3 of my last 4 or so reads being 3 stars is way out of the ordinary for me.
But the high hopes I had for this one just didn't come to fruition, unfortunately.
Anything this author could have used to have made this more interesting and spicy, was taken away.
Seriously, without:
✓ The student/teacher element (yeah, JJ is a student at the uni, but he's not Killian's student, and he's a legal adult, so it takes away a lot of the taboo-ness of it or any wrongness, any forbidden aspect.) Their age-gap goes hand in hand as well with this (which, aside from half-heartedness from Killian over that fact, wasn't a big deal either.)
✓ People reacting negatively to them being together
✓ Much personal drama with the main characters, between the main characters, or between the main characters and secondary characters
This book took away a lot of what could have made it interesting. And take away the elements that can make this have good, non-manufactured drama and you have to rely entirely on your main characters, their relationship and their chemistry. They have to deliver and these two just...didn't, entirely.
Now, they were good at points. They were chugging along, okay at times, a little bit sexy (but not blow your pants off sexy), a little fun, just mostly an "okay" feeling from them. But then around 50% there was this really hot scene of Killian being possessive AF, and I felt the first like "oh wow" feeling, one that would make you sit up and pay attention.
See, there's nothing wrong with these two as a main couple. They're sexy at times, they're sweet. They don't completely wow me, but I don't have anything against them either. Fairly middle of the road. So when that scene came along halfway through, I was pumped. Like yes, give me this because not much else was giving me that lit up feeling.
But then Killian has like...one somewhat possessive scene after that - JJ even kind of gives him what for about it, which is all well and good and healthy and blah blah - but then it just went back to being a little...meh. Boring. Not completely, but back to that middle of the road feeling.
They continued to have their sweet moments and I continued to like them well enough. But it didn't continue to perk my head up in interest, as it were, like that one halfway through scene did for me.
Neither character had any drama with any other character. The extent of their drama was thinking they'd both be fucked - especially Killian, who was looking for a promotion - if people found out, and them agonizing over it - - and then saying "fuck it" anyway, then soon after Killian and then that's that.
It just made this hard to get into at times. Very slow - in the beginning for sure. And then at times later on. This took me 4 days to finish and it shouldn't have. This is a fairly easy, light and quick read, and yet it took me too long to finish it.
The sex was also very...fast, most of the time. Except for a few times here or there which were fairly good overall, it was very vague and glossed over. The amount of times they got rid of their clothes from one sentence to the next - no tease, no foreplay, no lingering - and then the prep was almost completely skipped over, to them already in the act of fucking and coming like *that* was often. Sometimes it was just a "they fucked, the end" kind of one sentence feel to it.
It was just kind of a bummer a lot of the time, and also took away from the chemistry between them.
So, in the end, I didn't feel like I could give this more than 3 stars. It was just very much okay. Good at times, fun at times, entertaining at times, with okay chemistry most of the time, one time where it was really good, but not enough for me to have really enjoyed this to the point of a 4 or 5 star read.
The .25 star boost is for that halfway possessive scene alone. It was really good, and it had me really in this story for half a minute there.
I just don't think this author took the time the let the story breathe. Take away some of the unnecessary scenes, put in some drama by leaning more into the taboo elements this had, focus more on the sex scenes, giving more page time to them (I think most were less than a page, and some only about a paragraph long)
I think of that scene around 66%, where they're found out by Killian's kind of friend/work colleague, and there is literally only one sentence at the beginning of the chapter of them all the sudden at the end of a blowjob, the guy comes in in the second sentence, and it was fairly jarring to all the sudden get that. Like build up the sex scene, get us to the point where they're found out, don't just dive right into it, you know? It was off, for me, because of that. This feeling like the author wanted to get into it fast and didn't want to take time with some things.
So yeah, overall, this was just okay for me. This series has been fairly hit or miss - mostly miss - for me and that is a bummer. I hope future stories can pick things up. I was very interested in the very shy Leo, JJ's friend. Would love to see him get a love story.
So we'll see how that goes.
Until then, better luck next time 🤷♀️
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
My ratings for the LSU Series:
✨ Collided: 4.5 stars (my review)
✨ Blindsided: 3 stars (my review)
✨ Sidelined: 3.5 stars (my review)
✨ Ignited: 3.25 stars
October 24, 2025
This is the best one in the series so far, JJ and Killian made sense together and were also very hot.
March 2, 2024
I loved this story so much! I definitely think it’s my new fav of the series! I have read all the books in the series as much as the past MCs are in this one I feel like it could still be a standalone and you wouldn’t be lost. I recommend reading the rest of the series as well though as this author is fantastic!
I really enjoyed Killian and JJ’s dynamic! I’m a huge fan of the one-night stand, think you’ll never see them again, only to find out you know them! It was done so well in this one. And with one of my fav tropes: professor/student!
JJ was a perfect character! I loved everything about him and loved that he was so close to his grandma. She was so cute and was such a fun addition to the story! Was so happy when things finally started working out for him!
Killian I had a little bit of a harder time with in parts as he’s a big grump in this grumpy/sunshine duo and it went over into being mean a couple times. But he was always quick to apologize and once they got closer he always thought of JJ! I was so proud of Killian and how they ended up officially together!
I highly recommend this story and can’t wait to read more by this author in the future!
I really enjoyed Killian and JJ’s dynamic! I’m a huge fan of the one-night stand, think you’ll never see them again, only to find out you know them! It was done so well in this one. And with one of my fav tropes: professor/student!
JJ was a perfect character! I loved everything about him and loved that he was so close to his grandma. She was so cute and was such a fun addition to the story! Was so happy when things finally started working out for him!
Killian I had a little bit of a harder time with in parts as he’s a big grump in this grumpy/sunshine duo and it went over into being mean a couple times. But he was always quick to apologize and once they got closer he always thought of JJ! I was so proud of Killian and how they ended up officially together!
I highly recommend this story and can’t wait to read more by this author in the future!
December 14, 2025
5 ⭐️
spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
format: ebook
sorry liam and noah, but i might love jj and killian just an itty bit more.
spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
format: ebook
sorry liam and noah, but i might love jj and killian just an itty bit more.
December 13, 2024
Rating: ♾️/5 🌟
Spice: 3/5 🌶️
Heroes: JJ and Killian
God this was so good. I flew through it and loved every single second of it. I have no idea what it is about Becca's writing, but reading her books always feels like coming home after a long trip. It's happiness and comfort and just makes my entire day good despite whatever is actually going on.
And JJ has shown up so often that I have been literally feral for his story and HEA. He's fun, confident, intelligent, mature, sweet, thoughtful, just perfect. Honestly, he's only 20 years old but you wouldn't know it.
And Killian...so dominant, hard, possessive. He likes order and routine. He's socially awkward and covers it up by being silent, broody, and closed off. He needed JJ's sunshine to fully open up and bloom into his real personality.
The steam in this book is off the charts. It starts off right away and is so damn good throughout the entire book. Physical morphs into emotional and it's absolutely beautiful.
Just going to add this to my list of all-time favorite books that I constantly re-read while I wait for Becca's next release.
A few quick notes:
Killian is a teacher
JJ goes to the college but is not his student
JJ is a dancer, both at school and for a club
Grandma G is hilarious and an amazing side character
Spice: 3/5 🌶️
Heroes: JJ and Killian
God this was so good. I flew through it and loved every single second of it. I have no idea what it is about Becca's writing, but reading her books always feels like coming home after a long trip. It's happiness and comfort and just makes my entire day good despite whatever is actually going on.
And JJ has shown up so often that I have been literally feral for his story and HEA. He's fun, confident, intelligent, mature, sweet, thoughtful, just perfect. Honestly, he's only 20 years old but you wouldn't know it.
And Killian...so dominant, hard, possessive. He likes order and routine. He's socially awkward and covers it up by being silent, broody, and closed off. He needed JJ's sunshine to fully open up and bloom into his real personality.
The steam in this book is off the charts. It starts off right away and is so damn good throughout the entire book. Physical morphs into emotional and it's absolutely beautiful.
Just going to add this to my list of all-time favorite books that I constantly re-read while I wait for Becca's next release.
A few quick notes:
Killian is a teacher
JJ goes to the college but is not his student
JJ is a dancer, both at school and for a club
Grandma G is hilarious and an amazing side character
March 4, 2024
This was so good! The chemistry with Killian and JJ was crazy hot right from the first chapter. I’m a complete sucker for grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, age gap and professor/student and this one hit all the right spots. Killian and JJ’s story is my new favorite in the series, but I also loved getting to see the other couples throughout the book.
August 10, 2025
My face when reading about the main characters making out in like the third and every alternate chapter when the reviews I’ve read spoke about forbidden tension🤡
January 15, 2025
forever a sucker for forbidden, student x professor romance and add in the found family trope and grumpy sunshine dynamic and watch me go mmmhhmmmmm
April 6, 2024
Tropes: age gap, failed one night stand, grumpy/sunshine, professor/student, forbidden relationship
Feels: 3.5/5
Steam*: 3/5
Kinks: sex in inappropriate places
Angst: low
HEA: yes
Pairing: MM
Triggers/potential icks/content warnings: foster system
3.75 stars
JJ is 20, gay and he is attending college for dance while working at a strip club as a dancer. He has a one night stand with an older guy at work one night, no names exchanged. 3 months later he meets the same guy again and finds out that he's his roommates hated grumpy business professor, Killian Wilder.
Killian is 30, bi. He is a former foster kid who's been on his own since 17 and he has a complex about proving himself and being someone worthwhile. So that has made him very career driven and he wants to be head of his department, it's part of his 2-year plan. He doesn't take time for anything but work, he's horrible at socializing, he doesn't even break for lunch often.
They are super attracted to each other and they give in again and again. As they spend more time together, feelings start to creep in, they like who the other person is and they have a positive influence on each other. But Killian is up for head of department and a relationship with the student would be horrible for his career and if he accepted the promotion he wouldn't have as much time for a relationship.
This was a pleasant story. I'm a fan of a prickly grump. There was a nice dynamic between Killian and JJ. They had a lot of sexual tension between them, and they genuinely liked who the other person was and had more than just a sexual connection between them. It was nice to see them be soft with each other and domestic. I also liked that they just could not quit each other. They half-heartedly tried a third act break up but they just couldn't stay away from each other. The reaction their friends had to their relationship was funny. Especially the roommates that were students of his, they couldn't see past Killian the a****** to see him as being hot. It was like JJ and the roommates saw two completely different people when they looked at Killian. JJ's relationship with his grandma was nice. I love a grandma like her, her rivalry with Barbara added humor too.
There were a couple things I wasn't a huge fan of, but they were relatively minor:
- After Killian saw JJ teaching a youth dance class at the youth center, as soon as the kids were out the door they were hard and ready to hook up. Little icky timing, maybe don't place a sexual scene so close to children, ew.
- over the top outburst, page 161
- Them having sex in his office on the regular. Of course they were going to get caught! And yeah it's unprofessional.
- In my opinion Killian wasn't really a good professor! He didn't teach people well because he was so grumpy and a hard ass, he intimidated and wasn't welcoming or nurturing or humanly decent. And then once he was going through drama with JJ, he took it out on his students whenever he was going through a rough time. Thankfully once they were happy together and settled, Killian did become a better person and teacher.
Some notable moments:
"Rising onto the balls of his feet, he leaned right in, his lips almost brushing mine. “Are you here to tell me you’ve changed your mind? You want a repeat of the night in the club? Because I’d be verrry interested if so.” At his words, something ignited between us. A hot spark, setting my nerve endings alight. All my objections went out of the window. “Yes,” I growled, my self-control fraying and snapping as I closed the distance between us, our lips connecting."
I love the range of friend reactions to Killian and JJ. "When he nodded, I stepped back from him. Spinning on my heel, I turned to face my three friends. Ander wore a look of resignation, Elliot seemed like he was still in shock, and Nic was grinning at me."
*FYI about steam: I rate steam based on a combination of quality & quantity. I note kink separate from steam because I don't want to underrate steamy reads that don't have much kink.
**Note about spoilers: I like to comment on the plot of a book in reviews, so I almost always mark my reviews as containing spoilers. But I try to avoid spoiling the big dramatic moments! As a reader, I personally like to know what I'm getting into before I read a book so I know more about the content and if it's to my taste/mood, so I try to give that information in my reviews for myself when I'm considering rereading and also for other readers.
Feels: 3.5/5
Steam*: 3/5
Kinks: sex in inappropriate places
Angst: low
HEA: yes
Pairing: MM
Triggers/potential icks/content warnings: foster system
3.75 stars
JJ is 20, gay and he is attending college for dance while working at a strip club as a dancer. He has a one night stand with an older guy at work one night, no names exchanged. 3 months later he meets the same guy again and finds out that he's his roommates hated grumpy business professor, Killian Wilder.
Killian is 30, bi. He is a former foster kid who's been on his own since 17 and he has a complex about proving himself and being someone worthwhile. So that has made him very career driven and he wants to be head of his department, it's part of his 2-year plan. He doesn't take time for anything but work, he's horrible at socializing, he doesn't even break for lunch often.
They are super attracted to each other and they give in again and again. As they spend more time together, feelings start to creep in, they like who the other person is and they have a positive influence on each other. But Killian is up for head of department and a relationship with the student would be horrible for his career and if he accepted the promotion he wouldn't have as much time for a relationship.
This was a pleasant story. I'm a fan of a prickly grump. There was a nice dynamic between Killian and JJ. They had a lot of sexual tension between them, and they genuinely liked who the other person was and had more than just a sexual connection between them. It was nice to see them be soft with each other and domestic. I also liked that they just could not quit each other. They half-heartedly tried a third act break up but they just couldn't stay away from each other. The reaction their friends had to their relationship was funny. Especially the roommates that were students of his, they couldn't see past Killian the a****** to see him as being hot. It was like JJ and the roommates saw two completely different people when they looked at Killian. JJ's relationship with his grandma was nice. I love a grandma like her, her rivalry with Barbara added humor too.
There were a couple things I wasn't a huge fan of, but they were relatively minor:
- After Killian saw JJ teaching a youth dance class at the youth center, as soon as the kids were out the door they were hard and ready to hook up. Little icky timing, maybe don't place a sexual scene so close to children, ew.
- over the top outburst, page 161
- Them having sex in his office on the regular. Of course they were going to get caught! And yeah it's unprofessional.
- In my opinion Killian wasn't really a good professor! He didn't teach people well because he was so grumpy and a hard ass, he intimidated and wasn't welcoming or nurturing or humanly decent. And then once he was going through drama with JJ, he took it out on his students whenever he was going through a rough time. Thankfully once they were happy together and settled, Killian did become a better person and teacher.
Some notable moments:
"Rising onto the balls of his feet, he leaned right in, his lips almost brushing mine. “Are you here to tell me you’ve changed your mind? You want a repeat of the night in the club? Because I’d be verrry interested if so.” At his words, something ignited between us. A hot spark, setting my nerve endings alight. All my objections went out of the window. “Yes,” I growled, my self-control fraying and snapping as I closed the distance between us, our lips connecting."
I love the range of friend reactions to Killian and JJ. "When he nodded, I stepped back from him. Spinning on my heel, I turned to face my three friends. Ander wore a look of resignation, Elliot seemed like he was still in shock, and Nic was grinning at me."
*FYI about steam: I rate steam based on a combination of quality & quantity. I note kink separate from steam because I don't want to underrate steamy reads that don't have much kink.
**Note about spoilers: I like to comment on the plot of a book in reviews, so I almost always mark my reviews as containing spoilers. But I try to avoid spoiling the big dramatic moments! As a reader, I personally like to know what I'm getting into before I read a book so I know more about the content and if it's to my taste/mood, so I try to give that information in my reviews for myself when I'm considering rereading and also for other readers.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 20, 2024
“Joshua,” he murmured. “I don’t want to live in a world where I don’t get to call you mine. Where I have to hide my love for you when you deserve to be loved freely and openly. I don’t want to compromise. I want you. You and only
you. I’ve fallen in love with you, and I’m choosing you”
my heart!!! my heart is screaming at how adorable Killian and JJ’s book turned out.
In this story, you can expect
- enemies to lovers (kinda)
- student x professor
- age gap (10 years)
- opposites attract
- grumpy x sunshine
wow, this book was just adorable. the second I saw Becca Steele announce this book, its tropes, and the blurb, i became so excited and knew it’d be a hit.
if you know me, you know i’m a huge lover of all the forbidden vibes which is what this book delivered. poor Killian has had such a hard upbringing which in turn resulted in him having not much of a social life and becoming this hard and uptight professor that students feared..that is until he met his sunshine, JJ.
as the tropes said, this book includes grumpy x sunshine…can you guess who’s who? ;) JJ was the opposite of Killian, being a big socialite who loves sweet drinks and dancing. together, these two made for such a cute couple and i thoroughly enjoyed this book.
i love how these two found each other. though i find it kinda pointless the way they first met (due to spoilers, i won’t say much, however you’ll find out what i mean in the first chapter of the book). in short, JJ is a stripper at a club which Dr. Wilder attended with his few friends and one thing led to another and boom. so so hot in my opinion. i loved all the spice in this book in pure Becca Steele fashion!!
overall, Killian and JJ’s story was pretty short and a light and easy read. i definitely suggest reading it to add a quick book to your yearly reading goal.
you. I’ve fallen in love with you, and I’m choosing you”
my heart!!! my heart is screaming at how adorable Killian and JJ’s book turned out.
In this story, you can expect
- enemies to lovers (kinda)
- student x professor
- age gap (10 years)
- opposites attract
- grumpy x sunshine
wow, this book was just adorable. the second I saw Becca Steele announce this book, its tropes, and the blurb, i became so excited and knew it’d be a hit.
if you know me, you know i’m a huge lover of all the forbidden vibes which is what this book delivered. poor Killian has had such a hard upbringing which in turn resulted in him having not much of a social life and becoming this hard and uptight professor that students feared..that is until he met his sunshine, JJ.
as the tropes said, this book includes grumpy x sunshine…can you guess who’s who? ;) JJ was the opposite of Killian, being a big socialite who loves sweet drinks and dancing. together, these two made for such a cute couple and i thoroughly enjoyed this book.
i love how these two found each other. though i find it kinda pointless the way they first met (due to spoilers, i won’t say much, however you’ll find out what i mean in the first chapter of the book). in short, JJ is a stripper at a club which Dr. Wilder attended with his few friends and one thing led to another and boom. so so hot in my opinion. i loved all the spice in this book in pure Becca Steele fashion!!
overall, Killian and JJ’s story was pretty short and a light and easy read. i definitely suggest reading it to add a quick book to your yearly reading goal.
March 11, 2024
"The realisation had me gasping, ripping myself away from Killian. We stared at one another, chests heaving, the music echoing around us while flashes of light alternated between illuminating us and throwing us into shadow. Killian’s pupils were wide and dark, but I noticed the same alarm flaring in his gaze."
I have enjoyed all the books so far in Becca Steele's LSU series and Ignited is another good read. Although this trope is not my favourite (age gap/student x teacher), I love the way Becca weaves together the story within the LSU universe and it was fun to finally meet JJ (and his grumpy Killian) properly.
Ignited will be a must read for you if you like:
❣️age gap
❣️student/teacher
❣️grumpy/sunshine
❣️one night stand to more
❣️found family
❣️steamy times
❣️HEA
4 stars
I have enjoyed all the books so far in Becca Steele's LSU series and Ignited is another good read. Although this trope is not my favourite (age gap/student x teacher), I love the way Becca weaves together the story within the LSU universe and it was fun to finally meet JJ (and his grumpy Killian) properly.
Ignited will be a must read for you if you like:
❣️age gap
❣️student/teacher
❣️grumpy/sunshine
❣️one night stand to more
❣️found family
❣️steamy times
❣️HEA
4 stars
April 13, 2024
Keeping with the theme of writing bad reviews, here is another one.
This was so good. I will always read an mm student x professor romance. They are so much fun. Also add in that the student is a stripper!! She made this specifically for me I swear. And there was sooooo much sex!!! I was so pleasantly surprised. This was amazing. Thank you and good night.
This was so good. I will always read an mm student x professor romance. They are so much fun. Also add in that the student is a stripper!! She made this specifically for me I swear. And there was sooooo much sex!!! I was so pleasantly surprised. This was amazing. Thank you and good night.
April 3, 2024
Hah, absolutely not.
2/5⭐ 5/5🌶️ 2/5😱
My TBR is so long that I don't feel I owe a book its due by rating it any higher than what it deserved for me.
Actually, there was nothing really wrong with this story. Academia, age gap (10 years), opposites attract and all that jazz. Fine set up, the execution was full of smut and that is all there is to it.
The smut and dirty talk were good, but I didn't feel much about either of these men.
I lose interest instantly when they get together in the prologue - that's any pretence of tension gone right out the window. So do with that what you will, this was barely a not no for me.
Xoxo
2/5⭐ 5/5🌶️ 2/5😱
My TBR is so long that I don't feel I owe a book its due by rating it any higher than what it deserved for me.
Actually, there was nothing really wrong with this story. Academia, age gap (10 years), opposites attract and all that jazz. Fine set up, the execution was full of smut and that is all there is to it.
The smut and dirty talk were good, but I didn't feel much about either of these men.
I lose interest instantly when they get together in the prologue - that's any pretence of tension gone right out the window. So do with that what you will, this was barely a not no for me.
Xoxo
April 22, 2024
A MM romance b/w Professor/Student & Grumpy/Sunshine, with an Age Gap (~10yrs). A one-night-stand becomes so much more! There's push/pull, emotions, & the feeling of being inevitable!
I DEVOURED my #ARC in around 4hrs. Loved JJ & Killian, their friends too!
Josh/JJ (20) is caring, charming, funny & a sweetheart. He's a dance student in LSU, & also a club dancer. His friends & Grandma are awesome!
Killian (30) is broody, short-tempered, grumpy yet protective & a sexy gentleman beneath! He's a business Prof at LSU.
Best thing? K's not J's teacher, BUT there still is the customary angst, they try but can't stay away for long. Them all domesticated is cute 🤭, Chemistry's hot. Tho the later scenes are fast & less descriptive. Love me a vers couple ❤️.
As a college student myself, I hate teachers who get their anger out on students. So, at start Killian was on my shit list. Tho, I liked that he was remorseful for it, & JJ changed him for the better! The vulnerable scenes are heartaching, eventual sweetness 🥺😍. Lovely HEA!
I was SO late at reading this ARC omg 🙈. But better late than never!
Story Ratings:
POV: 1st person, Dual POV
1) Overall Enjoyment—> 5/5
2) The Characters: 5/5
3) Top feels: 😏😳😬😆🤭😩😁😍🥺😅🥰😭😤✨😊
4) Steamy scenes: 3.25/5
5) Levels: Cute+Swoon: 4/5
Angst: 2.75/5
Dark: 1/5
6) Creativity + world: 4.5/5
7) Plot arc: (Forbidden, Career vs Love) 4.25/5
8) Writing style + pace: 4.6/5
I DEVOURED my #ARC in around 4hrs. Loved JJ & Killian, their friends too!
Josh/JJ (20) is caring, charming, funny & a sweetheart. He's a dance student in LSU, & also a club dancer. His friends & Grandma are awesome!
Killian (30) is broody, short-tempered, grumpy yet protective & a sexy gentleman beneath! He's a business Prof at LSU.
Best thing? K's not J's teacher, BUT there still is the customary angst, they try but can't stay away for long. Them all domesticated is cute 🤭, Chemistry's hot. Tho the later scenes are fast & less descriptive. Love me a vers couple ❤️.
As a college student myself, I hate teachers who get their anger out on students. So, at start Killian was on my shit list. Tho, I liked that he was remorseful for it, & JJ changed him for the better! The vulnerable scenes are heartaching, eventual sweetness 🥺😍. Lovely HEA!
I was SO late at reading this ARC omg 🙈. But better late than never!
Story Ratings:
POV: 1st person, Dual POV
1) Overall Enjoyment—> 5/5
2) The Characters: 5/5
3) Top feels: 😏😳😬😆🤭😩😁😍🥺😅🥰😭😤✨😊
4) Steamy scenes: 3.25/5
5) Levels: Cute+Swoon: 4/5
Angst: 2.75/5
Dark: 1/5
6) Creativity + world: 4.5/5
7) Plot arc: (Forbidden, Career vs Love) 4.25/5
8) Writing style + pace: 4.6/5
March 3, 2024
- professor x student
- age gap (10 years)
- forbidden/secret relationship
- opposites attract
- grumpy x sunshine
I was so excited for JJ to finally get his own book, and his story did not disappoint!
He and Killian meet under pretty interesting circumstances and have a steamy one off hook up, never expecting to see each other again, which makes their reunion so much more shocking when it happens.
Despite Killian’s less than friendly reaction and the forbidden aspect of their dynamic, the magnetic chemistry between them cannot be denied, and they fall into quite the situationship.
The instant and deep connection between these two had me hooked, and I loved that despite their differences they really balanced each other out well. Plus Killian was a total sweetheart under that grumpy exterior, and seeing the way JJ softened and opened him up was 🥹😍
- age gap (10 years)
- forbidden/secret relationship
- opposites attract
- grumpy x sunshine
I was so excited for JJ to finally get his own book, and his story did not disappoint!
He and Killian meet under pretty interesting circumstances and have a steamy one off hook up, never expecting to see each other again, which makes their reunion so much more shocking when it happens.
Despite Killian’s less than friendly reaction and the forbidden aspect of their dynamic, the magnetic chemistry between them cannot be denied, and they fall into quite the situationship.
The instant and deep connection between these two had me hooked, and I loved that despite their differences they really balanced each other out well. Plus Killian was a total sweetheart under that grumpy exterior, and seeing the way JJ softened and opened him up was 🥹😍
April 4, 2024
Not happening.
2⭐ instead of just not rating it - and it's for the setting, the potential, the idea of what the story would be like with slighter changes to the MMCs and that autofellatio scene because I haven't read it so far anywhere, but other than that, the storytelling wasn't working for me, at all.
This book tried so hard to paint the sexual tension, the chemistry, the sexiness of the main couple coming together, but it didn't work.
So, so underwhelming.
🟢 Professor/student
🟣 Bisexual/gay
🟠 Age gap - 10 years 20/30
🔵 Grumpy/sunshine - but not really, it's not a good one
🟡 Some chemistry and potential, but not enough
🟢 Written in BE, London
🟠 Many loose ends
🌶️ Smut was good, but got boring, some autofellatio; both vers
The story starts with JJ, the cute 20-year old dancer who studies at LSU, working at the night club on the side and giving a lap dance at that club to Killian, the 30 year old genius business professor.
They have sex and it's fantastic, but the whole deal ended for me when JJ went to Killian's office and just talked to the guy and Killian pushed him, like threw him to the ground and told him to get out.
This kept happening - them hooking up or hanging out and Killian being a rude asshole for no particular reason.
The author wanted to depict him as some sort of troubled, broody professor who finally falls in love, but this guy was just an asshole. His character wasn't likeable, he had weird, stilted dialogues with everyone around him, particularly with JJ's friends.
"Someone cleared their throat close to me, and I gritted my teeth, lifting my head. Ander was there, a smirk on his face. “Bad day, huh? Maybe you need some alone time with JJ to improve your mood.”
“Get. Out.” His smirk disappeared instantly, his eyes widening. “Get the fuck out. Now.” I slammed my fist down onto the table, making my laptop rattle, and with a mumbled “Sorry” and another shocked glance, he left me alone."
You have to understand that this attitude usually came out of nowhere. He didn't seem like a nasty character at all and the interactions all these guys had with him were absolutely not how students behave towards professors (at least here in Europe), so completely fabricated and too personal in general.
You couldn't convince me even if you tried that JJ and Killian were meant to be. That they loved each other. They only had a 10 year age gap, both very young, yet Killian acted like he was 40, the whole story acted like Killian was 40. He seemed like a guy who needed an older partner himself! The story didn't fit him at all.
I remember JJ from previous books but all I can say about him in this one is that he has a grandma and he likes to have sex, the end. So much potential for JJ, yet despite the dancing and the sex I felt like there wasn't much more to him.
I kind of couldn't see Killian and JJ together. They didn't mesh. The story became more and more sappy and the only thing I did like was the autofellatio part and even that one wasn't well developed! Even with the bonus story it ends quick and that's it.
So for me, Killian and JJ had me until the end of their first time having sex and that was it.
All the side characters were annoying in this installment and granny had too big of a role.
My least liked installment in this series.
March 11, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️½
Was it getting hot in here, or was it the insanely attractive man radiating heat from his body, being all sexy and speaking in that husky voice that made me want him to do bad, bad things to me?
It was such a pleasure watching these men go from a one-night stand to FWB to their HEA. There were a few tears of heartache and many tears of joy. This was an easy book to read: sweet, steamy, and a little angsty.
These MMCs are easy to love—the sunshine playboy and the grumpy professor. They undergo great character growth as they change from attachment-phobic bachelors to committed lovers. Their journey isn’t easy; they must overcome the negative association with their forbidden pairing, which includes a ten-year age gap and a potential career-ending relationship if they are found out.
This fast-burn and spicy MM romance begins with a smoking hot one-night stand and keeps the steam going throughout.
Book three in the interconnected LSU series, this book can be read as a complete standalone.
A great MM romance; I loved every part of it. I can see this book becoming a comfort read.
Genre: NA College Romance
Tropes/Features: Age gap, forbidden romance, student/professor, secret relationship, grumpy/sunshine, found family, one-night stand to FWB to lovers
POV: Dual 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: MM, fast burn, spicy
Book Type/Ending: Standalone in LSU interconnected series, HEA
TW/CW: None listed; blanket TW/CW available on author’s website
🌶️🌶️🌶️½
Was it getting hot in here, or was it the insanely attractive man radiating heat from his body, being all sexy and speaking in that husky voice that made me want him to do bad, bad things to me?
It was such a pleasure watching these men go from a one-night stand to FWB to their HEA. There were a few tears of heartache and many tears of joy. This was an easy book to read: sweet, steamy, and a little angsty.
These MMCs are easy to love—the sunshine playboy and the grumpy professor. They undergo great character growth as they change from attachment-phobic bachelors to committed lovers. Their journey isn’t easy; they must overcome the negative association with their forbidden pairing, which includes a ten-year age gap and a potential career-ending relationship if they are found out.
This fast-burn and spicy MM romance begins with a smoking hot one-night stand and keeps the steam going throughout.
Book three in the interconnected LSU series, this book can be read as a complete standalone.
A great MM romance; I loved every part of it. I can see this book becoming a comfort read.
Genre: NA College Romance
Tropes/Features: Age gap, forbidden romance, student/professor, secret relationship, grumpy/sunshine, found family, one-night stand to FWB to lovers
POV: Dual 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: MM, fast burn, spicy
Book Type/Ending: Standalone in LSU interconnected series, HEA
TW/CW: None listed; blanket TW/CW available on author’s website
May 3, 2024
2.5. My favorite moment was when JJ argued that there’s nothing wrong with an age-gap student/professor fuck buddies relationship because JJ is friends with his own grandma, who is significantly older than him. So clearly JJ should either never speak to his grandma again, or continue to speak to her and also fuck around with his older professor 😂
Just okay, a few memorable scenes but a lot felt rushed or lacked intimacy (e.g., tension, buildup, foreplay). Also, why did Killian slam his hand/fist/wine on tables 9 times in this book? Damn dude chill out for a minute.
These guys also were true failures at being discrete or hiding their relationship, it was hard to be concerned for them or buy the stakes.
Just okay, a few memorable scenes but a lot felt rushed or lacked intimacy (e.g., tension, buildup, foreplay). Also, why did Killian slam his hand/fist/wine on tables 9 times in this book? Damn dude chill out for a minute.
These guys also were true failures at being discrete or hiding their relationship, it was hard to be concerned for them or buy the stakes.
July 21, 2024
5⭐️ 3.5🌶️ 5🎧
“Why don’t you realise that when you’re in a room with me, you’re all I see?”
Hands down, the best of this series 💯 Words can’t even describe how hot for each other these guys were. Everything just worked. The age gap, and forbidden nature of their match was executed marvelously.
Killian is a professor, 30, super uptight and on the fast track to become head of the business department at LSU. JJ, 21, is student and dancer at a club that caught his eye on a rare night out. I’d say they both caught each other’s eye because before JJ’s shift was even over they were up close and personal 🥵☠️ and they didn’t exchange names🤭
Killian also happened to be the professor in his friends’ class and a chance meeting between them has Killian realizing who he had gotten involved with and he was NOT happy..oops. This was grumpy x sunshine perfection
Despite Killian being an ass to the nth degree he just couldn’t help himself around JJ. Like a moth to a flame, consequences be dammed. This is also one of my favorite micro tropes as well. Killian had so much at stake pursuing something with JJ. It wasn’t just forbidden in perception, being with him would literally have ruined everything he worked for.
The push and pull was so good and JFC, the spice 🔥 IMO it’s Becca’s best work. Certainly my first time with autofellatio 😏
“This wasn’t part of my plan, but I can’t resist you when you beg so fucking sweetly. Roll onto your back, head over the edge of the bed.”
I loved the moments with G, JJ’s grandma so much 😍 and just how vulnerable and open Killian was with JJ, pushing all of his preconceived notions of what he wanted and needed out of the way.
The third act break was devastating, but understandable and both of them were part of it, there was no miscommunication. But in the end loved how Killian went all in for them was just what I wanted. If you’ve read any of the other books in the series you probably also have a soft spot for JJ, so I couldn’t have been happier to see his HEA. 🫶
I will most definitely revisit this book and audio 🙌🏻
”Boyfriend slash partner. Which is it?”
“Do you have a preference?”
Returning with the cloth, he swept it over my face again. “I thought I’d have a preference, but the truth is, as long as I get to call you mine, I don’t care what other labels we put on it.”
“Why don’t you realise that when you’re in a room with me, you’re all I see?”
Hands down, the best of this series 💯 Words can’t even describe how hot for each other these guys were. Everything just worked. The age gap, and forbidden nature of their match was executed marvelously.
Killian is a professor, 30, super uptight and on the fast track to become head of the business department at LSU. JJ, 21, is student and dancer at a club that caught his eye on a rare night out. I’d say they both caught each other’s eye because before JJ’s shift was even over they were up close and personal 🥵☠️ and they didn’t exchange names🤭
Killian also happened to be the professor in his friends’ class and a chance meeting between them has Killian realizing who he had gotten involved with and he was NOT happy..oops. This was grumpy x sunshine perfection
Despite Killian being an ass to the nth degree he just couldn’t help himself around JJ. Like a moth to a flame, consequences be dammed. This is also one of my favorite micro tropes as well. Killian had so much at stake pursuing something with JJ. It wasn’t just forbidden in perception, being with him would literally have ruined everything he worked for.
The push and pull was so good and JFC, the spice 🔥 IMO it’s Becca’s best work. Certainly my first time with autofellatio 😏
“This wasn’t part of my plan, but I can’t resist you when you beg so fucking sweetly. Roll onto your back, head over the edge of the bed.”
I loved the moments with G, JJ’s grandma so much 😍 and just how vulnerable and open Killian was with JJ, pushing all of his preconceived notions of what he wanted and needed out of the way.
The third act break was devastating, but understandable and both of them were part of it, there was no miscommunication. But in the end loved how Killian went all in for them was just what I wanted. If you’ve read any of the other books in the series you probably also have a soft spot for JJ, so I couldn’t have been happier to see his HEA. 🫶
I will most definitely revisit this book and audio 🙌🏻
”Boyfriend slash partner. Which is it?”
“Do you have a preference?”
Returning with the cloth, he swept it over my face again. “I thought I’d have a preference, but the truth is, as long as I get to call you mine, I don’t care what other labels we put on it.”
November 27, 2025
"What had begun as a one-night stand had completely changed my life in unimaginable ways." 💛
Well this one did not waste any time at all. We were straight into the MM spice before the first chapter had even properly started and honestly that was exactly what I was looking for from this book 🤣 so I was absolutely not disappointed. Killin and JJ were so adorable together and I loved watching their dynamic unfold. They are complete opposites in many ways, yet somehow they fit together perfectly and balanced each other in the sweetest way. One soft and steady, one a little more chaotic and fiery, but both completely devoted once they let themselves fall.
The story had a great pace, plenty of heat and a surprising amount of heart too. There was vulnerability beneath the spice, moments of honesty and openness that made their relationship feel real and earned. I loved their growth as individuals and as a couple and their happily ever after left me smiling. Exactly the kind of satisfying MM romance I wanted.
✨ Tropes & Themes ✨
🔥 MM Romance
💥 Opposites Attract
❤️ High Heat / Fast Start
✨ HEA Satisfaction
🧠 Emotional Vulnerability
🌈 Supportive Partnership
💫 Character Growth
💞 Soft x Fiery Dynamic
Well this one did not waste any time at all. We were straight into the MM spice before the first chapter had even properly started and honestly that was exactly what I was looking for from this book 🤣 so I was absolutely not disappointed. Killin and JJ were so adorable together and I loved watching their dynamic unfold. They are complete opposites in many ways, yet somehow they fit together perfectly and balanced each other in the sweetest way. One soft and steady, one a little more chaotic and fiery, but both completely devoted once they let themselves fall.
The story had a great pace, plenty of heat and a surprising amount of heart too. There was vulnerability beneath the spice, moments of honesty and openness that made their relationship feel real and earned. I loved their growth as individuals and as a couple and their happily ever after left me smiling. Exactly the kind of satisfying MM romance I wanted.
✨ Tropes & Themes ✨
🔥 MM Romance
💥 Opposites Attract
❤️ High Heat / Fast Start
✨ HEA Satisfaction
🧠 Emotional Vulnerability
🌈 Supportive Partnership
💫 Character Growth
💞 Soft x Fiery Dynamic
October 25, 2025
I think this one was my favourite so far. There were times when I thought Killian’s attitude was a bit OTT. Yes, he had a difficult childhood and didn’t learn how to form bonds well, but that doesn’t mean he had to be a tyrant.
Other than that, though, I really enjoyed their story. They had great chemistry; they worked really well together, balancing out each other’s personalities.
JJ has always been a great character, confident and kind. It was nice to see him get his HEA, and despite the grumpy nature of Killian, I thought he was also a good character, and I loved when he chose JJ.
Really cute. 4.5⭐️
Other than that, though, I really enjoyed their story. They had great chemistry; they worked really well together, balancing out each other’s personalities.
JJ has always been a great character, confident and kind. It was nice to see him get his HEA, and despite the grumpy nature of Killian, I thought he was also a good character, and I loved when he chose JJ.
Really cute. 4.5⭐️
August 8, 2024
This was my favorite of the 3 (well, 4 i guess, but three actually books). Maybe it’s because I’m a sucker for an age gap or I love student/prof but it was so good.
All of these books are easy to read and have easy plot lines. There’s nothing crazy and the conflict is minor. It’s the perfect series to read if you just want something…well, easy. 😂
All of these books are easy to read and have easy plot lines. There’s nothing crazy and the conflict is minor. It’s the perfect series to read if you just want something…well, easy. 😂
March 11, 2024
"There was a moment when we paused, breathing hard, our gazes locked on one another, and then the spark between us ignited, setting us alight."
I freaking loved JJ and Dr. Wilder aka Killian!! They were so passionate about one another. And who knew the ice cold Dr. Wilder could be so swoony!! Certainly not his students I'll tell you that. He was different with JJ. With him Killian could relax his guard. The same was true for JJ. They felt effortlessly comfortable in each others presence. It was actually really sweet. And also set your kindle on fire hot when these two got up to some steamy times.
"Hold on. I'm going to wreck your pretty hole"
There were definitely some hurdles these two men had to jump before they could have their HEA. The biggest one being the fact that Killian is a lecturer at the same college JJ attends. However, JJ is in the dance program which means he will never be taking any business classes taught by his man. It's a fine line and not everyone agrees on how they feel about it. In the end Killian and JJ had to decide what truly meant more to them, their potential future careers or the insatiable need for the other.
"Why don't you realize that when you're in a room with me, you're all I see?"
I loved catching up with Ander and Elliot. Those two are still going strong and it was kind of cute seeing Ander try and get Killian to warm up to him. After all, he is one of JJ's best friends and his roommate. I'm hoping this isn't the last one in the LSU series. I've really enjoyed them all and just love whenever Becca Steele puts out a new MM!
I freaking loved JJ and Dr. Wilder aka Killian!! They were so passionate about one another. And who knew the ice cold Dr. Wilder could be so swoony!! Certainly not his students I'll tell you that. He was different with JJ. With him Killian could relax his guard. The same was true for JJ. They felt effortlessly comfortable in each others presence. It was actually really sweet. And also set your kindle on fire hot when these two got up to some steamy times.
"Hold on. I'm going to wreck your pretty hole"
There were definitely some hurdles these two men had to jump before they could have their HEA. The biggest one being the fact that Killian is a lecturer at the same college JJ attends. However, JJ is in the dance program which means he will never be taking any business classes taught by his man. It's a fine line and not everyone agrees on how they feel about it. In the end Killian and JJ had to decide what truly meant more to them, their potential future careers or the insatiable need for the other.
"Why don't you realize that when you're in a room with me, you're all I see?"
I loved catching up with Ander and Elliot. Those two are still going strong and it was kind of cute seeing Ander try and get Killian to warm up to him. After all, he is one of JJ's best friends and his roommate. I'm hoping this isn't the last one in the LSU series. I've really enjoyed them all and just love whenever Becca Steele puts out a new MM!
March 6, 2024
I have to say, JJ and Killian are awesome!
JJ is this quirky, happy, friendly, sociable dude who just loves being round people, people feel compelled to be round hom because he's just one of those guys who naturally shine.
And then we have Killian, the dreaded professor who some of JJs mates have and to say he's not a nice person is the understatement of the century! Quirky? No, just rude. Happy? No, he's a misery guts. Friendly? Pft, don't be ridiculous! Sociable? He teaches a class but that's the height of it
But SOMEHOW these two are drawn to each other. And somehow, these two have connected and a soul deep level and they are so freaking good for each other!
But it's never straightforward in the land of reading ....
Loved the characters, loved the storyline and loved Becca's style of writing!!
*I voluntarily received an arc and this is my honest review. 4.5 stars
JJ is this quirky, happy, friendly, sociable dude who just loves being round people, people feel compelled to be round hom because he's just one of those guys who naturally shine.
And then we have Killian, the dreaded professor who some of JJs mates have and to say he's not a nice person is the understatement of the century! Quirky? No, just rude. Happy? No, he's a misery guts. Friendly? Pft, don't be ridiculous! Sociable? He teaches a class but that's the height of it
But SOMEHOW these two are drawn to each other. And somehow, these two have connected and a soul deep level and they are so freaking good for each other!
But it's never straightforward in the land of reading ....
Loved the characters, loved the storyline and loved Becca's style of writing!!
*I voluntarily received an arc and this is my honest review. 4.5 stars
March 23, 2024
I had a sinking feeling that my answer to his earlier question, When will you be satisfied? was at best not yet and at worst never.
Either answer scared me.
ARC Review~
The way this had me hooked!!! Forbidden romance between a dance student and a professor is so my jam. Their mutual reluctant obsession that grows into deep feelings had me reading as fast as possible. Both were so scared of being hurt but completely unable to stop seeking each other out.
“The coffee has to stop. You know that, right?”
“I know. It was…” Fuck. “It’ll stop.”
So swoony and steamy! I immediately added it to my favourites list - this is one I’ll definitely read again and again. 😍
Either answer scared me.
ARC Review~
The way this had me hooked!!! Forbidden romance between a dance student and a professor is so my jam. Their mutual reluctant obsession that grows into deep feelings had me reading as fast as possible. Both were so scared of being hurt but completely unable to stop seeking each other out.
“The coffee has to stop. You know that, right?”
“I know. It was…” Fuck. “It’ll stop.”
So swoony and steamy! I immediately added it to my favourites list - this is one I’ll definitely read again and again. 😍
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