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Becoming His Perfect Daddy
A new trans Daddy. A boy who’s given up on love. When a moment changes everything, will they embrace who they truly are for an imperfectly perfect love?
When Sam reads his favorite author’s latest book, he discovers a truth about himself he can no longer He is a trans man. Longing for connection, he gathers his courage and sends an email that will change his life forever.
Indie author Cameron can’t seem to write anything after his latest release. Maybe because he’s a romance author who’s sworn off love. But after a string of transphobic dates, who could blame him? Men can’t be trusted, after all. Only his dream guy—of whom he’s imagined every detail—would be the perfect man for him. But then a single email has him questioning everything he thought he knew.
As Sam transitions and their virtual relationship heats up, Sam realizes he may be ready for more. When they are thrown together in person—more than once—even Cameron starts to wonder if his perfect plan isn’t as great as he thought. But both are keeping secrets. When all is revealed, will their love be strong enough to hold them together?
Becoming His Perfect Daddy has an indie author ready to give up, a fan who just figured out he’s a Daddy, a transgender awakening, two trans MCs, a lot of fun toys, no age play, and a love that defies all the best-laid plans. This standalone book is the first in the interconnected Unlikely Daddies series, MM and MM+ romances about Daddies who may not look like a Daddy at first and the boys who love them. If you love watching men fall in love with other men in explicit detail, you’ll love this book.
*Check the “Look Inside” feature for content warnings.*
When Sam reads his favorite author’s latest book, he discovers a truth about himself he can no longer He is a trans man. Longing for connection, he gathers his courage and sends an email that will change his life forever.
Indie author Cameron can’t seem to write anything after his latest release. Maybe because he’s a romance author who’s sworn off love. But after a string of transphobic dates, who could blame him? Men can’t be trusted, after all. Only his dream guy—of whom he’s imagined every detail—would be the perfect man for him. But then a single email has him questioning everything he thought he knew.
As Sam transitions and their virtual relationship heats up, Sam realizes he may be ready for more. When they are thrown together in person—more than once—even Cameron starts to wonder if his perfect plan isn’t as great as he thought. But both are keeping secrets. When all is revealed, will their love be strong enough to hold them together?
Becoming His Perfect Daddy has an indie author ready to give up, a fan who just figured out he’s a Daddy, a transgender awakening, two trans MCs, a lot of fun toys, no age play, and a love that defies all the best-laid plans. This standalone book is the first in the interconnected Unlikely Daddies series, MM and MM+ romances about Daddies who may not look like a Daddy at first and the boys who love them. If you love watching men fall in love with other men in explicit detail, you’ll love this book.
*Check the “Look Inside” feature for content warnings.*
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Published May 17, 2024
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May 7, 2024
⭐️ 3 stars ⭐️
After reading that beautiful, personal and emotional introduction I had really high hopes for this story.
Becoming His Perfect Daddy was a sweet and soft romance between two trans men. One looking for his forever Daddy, the other trying to find himself.
Throughout, the author tackles in a delicate manner the difficulties of being transgender, of gender dysphoria, the daily struggle of trying to affirm your identity to not only those around you but also to yourself. I wholeheartedly love and believe in the message the author was trying to transmit with their writing, but I personally found the romance a bit lacking in some aspects.
It was just entirely too long. The plot was simple and predictable, as it should be for a daddy romance, but way too drawn out. The first 30/40% was months and months of them barely interacting. The online relationship had so much potential for story building (and also fun sexy times), but I don’t feel the author managed to use it effectively.
The drama was also just a touch too much, too over the top theatrical.
I also couldn’t really follow Cameron’s thoughts. One minute he’s mad and thinks Sam is a stalker, the next he’s head over heels for him. It was confusing. For how much I adored Sam’s character, I didn’t really like Cameron’s, which made me further disconnect from their story.
I really enjoyed following Sam on his awakening journey and for that alone I’m giving it a three, but I didn’t really feel the connection or the love between these two.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
CW and tropes (spoilers):
- Trans MCs
- Daddy/boy dynamic (no age play)
- Coming out
- Off page parental abuse (emotional)
- Religious trauma
- Transphobia/homophobia (internalized and non)
- Gender dysphoria
- Trans awakening
- Parental abandonment
- Spanking (even Daddy)
- Hidden identity
- Impact play
- Toys
- Exhibitionism (kink club scenes not between MCs)
- Mild humiliation kink
- JOI (jerk off instructions)/sexting
- MC w/ anxiety
- Frotting
- Rimming
- Edging
『 You are good, just as you are. You are enough because you exist. 』
After reading that beautiful, personal and emotional introduction I had really high hopes for this story.
Becoming His Perfect Daddy was a sweet and soft romance between two trans men. One looking for his forever Daddy, the other trying to find himself.
Throughout, the author tackles in a delicate manner the difficulties of being transgender, of gender dysphoria, the daily struggle of trying to affirm your identity to not only those around you but also to yourself. I wholeheartedly love and believe in the message the author was trying to transmit with their writing, but I personally found the romance a bit lacking in some aspects.
It was just entirely too long. The plot was simple and predictable, as it should be for a daddy romance, but way too drawn out. The first 30/40% was months and months of them barely interacting. The online relationship had so much potential for story building (and also fun sexy times), but I don’t feel the author managed to use it effectively.
The drama was also just a touch too much, too over the top theatrical.
I also couldn’t really follow Cameron’s thoughts. One minute he’s mad and thinks Sam is a stalker, the next he’s head over heels for him. It was confusing. For how much I adored Sam’s character, I didn’t really like Cameron’s, which made me further disconnect from their story.
I really enjoyed following Sam on his awakening journey and for that alone I’m giving it a three, but I didn’t really feel the connection or the love between these two.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
CW and tropes (spoilers):
- Trans MCs
- Daddy/boy dynamic (no age play)
- Coming out
- Off page parental abuse (emotional)
- Religious trauma
- Transphobia/homophobia (internalized and non)
- Gender dysphoria
- Trans awakening
- Parental abandonment
- Spanking (even Daddy)
- Hidden identity
- Impact play
- Toys
- Exhibitionism (kink club scenes not between MCs)
- Mild humiliation kink
- JOI (jerk off instructions)/sexting
- MC w/ anxiety
- Frotting
- Rimming
- Edging
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May 24, 2024It's hard for me to rate this book
As a trans person, I always appreciate the rep. It's just a 5 star read for me because I love to read about trans people living their happy lives and finding love.
I am not a fan of D/l dynamics, they're depictions are usually abut cringe, and because trans men are infantilised enough everywhere I though I wouldn't like it here. But it was actually good. Sam was the perfect smexy daddy and he is a great character. He's sweet and self-aware and caring. And Cameron definitely needed a daddy like Sam.
I guess my issue is Cameron, he wasn't my fav MC. There was something about him that just irked me and I can't put my finger on it. He was so lovely to Sam regarding his dysphoria. But on other aspects he was a bit... I don't know.
The writing also didn't click with me at times, maybe because it was overly descriptive, maybe because the dialogues weren't always flowing right. It might be a me thing because English isn't my first language (though I only read in English).
I liked their interactions both through emails and irl. But there was a bit of back and forth missing between them for me.
I'm not sure how to rate it, so I'm not using any stars. I might come back later and rethink my rating.
As a trans person, I always appreciate the rep. It's just a 5 star read for me because I love to read about trans people living their happy lives and finding love.
I am not a fan of D/l dynamics, they're depictions are usually abut cringe, and because trans men are infantilised enough everywhere I though I wouldn't like it here. But it was actually good. Sam was the perfect smexy daddy and he is a great character. He's sweet and self-aware and caring. And Cameron definitely needed a daddy like Sam.
I guess my issue is Cameron, he wasn't my fav MC. There was something about him that just irked me and I can't put my finger on it. He was so lovely to Sam regarding his dysphoria. But on other aspects he was a bit... I don't know.
The writing also didn't click with me at times, maybe because it was overly descriptive, maybe because the dialogues weren't always flowing right. It might be a me thing because English isn't my first language (though I only read in English).
I liked their interactions both through emails and irl. But there was a bit of back and forth missing between them for me.
I'm not sure how to rate it, so I'm not using any stars. I might come back later and rethink my rating.
May 9, 2024
You're reading Sam's journey transitioning, so it spreads over months. The romance takes a bit to get going. But, I was fully invested in Sam's story. I didn't mind waiting on the juicy stuff.
I wasn't a big fan of the daddy/boy relationship here. It felt a little cringy, maybe bc I knew Sam was new to the daddy game? I'm not sure. BUT
Holy heck, the spicy parts were hot!!!
trans men have multiple orgasms 🥵
Sam is such a sweet soul. I have nothing negative to say about him whatsoever. I enjoyed reading him find himself and his happiness.
His brother, Seth, is an angel.
I didn't really connect with Cameron, I wanted to read his books. But he's on my shit list.
First, just being confusing on what he wants.
Then...the fucking rain fight omg.
My heart absolutely broke.
I CRIED.
I felt Sam's hurt.
He was so respectful and mature about needing space to process what Cameron said. Ugh.
I had fun.
YOU ABSOLUTELY HAVE to get the bonus epilogue. DONT FORGET!
It's after Sam's bottom surgery 👀
so ridiculously hot.
I think it's amazing what doctors can do for trans men.
No cheating
No OM
I wasn't a big fan of the daddy/boy relationship here. It felt a little cringy, maybe bc I knew Sam was new to the daddy game? I'm not sure. BUT
Holy heck, the spicy parts were hot!!!
trans men have multiple orgasms 🥵
Sam is such a sweet soul. I have nothing negative to say about him whatsoever. I enjoyed reading him find himself and his happiness.
His brother, Seth, is an angel.
I didn't really connect with Cameron, I wanted to read his books. But he's on my shit list.
First, just being confusing on what he wants.
Then...the fucking rain fight omg.
My heart absolutely broke.
I CRIED.
I felt Sam's hurt.
He was so respectful and mature about needing space to process what Cameron said. Ugh.
I had fun.
YOU ABSOLUTELY HAVE to get the bonus epilogue. DONT FORGET!
It's after Sam's bottom surgery 👀
so ridiculously hot.
I think it's amazing what doctors can do for trans men.
No cheating
No OM
May 19, 2024
Sam's trans awakening was really well portrayed, and adding in a kink awakening was interesting. Having realistic trans representation is always important and a gay trans couple as the MCs was very welcome (I am also a mostly gay transperson). However I struggled with Cameron - like his assumptions about Sam being a stalker because they met twice - why?
June 22, 2024
This was a very sweet book. I loved the slow burn, letter communication aspect which worked really well in the context of the characters and their personal development. This book takes place over a number of months which, as I was reading, I realized is pretty rare. I think most of the books I read take place over mere days haha.
Anyways, I would definitely read more by this author.
Anyways, I would definitely read more by this author.
May 21, 2024
Dynamic, powerful, authentic, raw...
...all words that describe this book but it's so much more. It's an honest rendition of author and characters melding together to give you something truly unique.
Sam and Cameron will melt your heart and show you a love without limits.
The collection of characters, besties, Daddies, and subs is awesome and I can't wait for more stories in this series!! I loved the hints of who could connect and who could be a Daddy or sub but I always circle back to Lincoln's series description that "a Daddy that might not 'look' like a Daddy and the boy(s) who love them" and anything's possible.
This book is spicy, flirty, and fun with a foundation of truth that makes it that much more hard-hitting. I think Sam and Cameron will stick with me for quite some time.
I love that we have another powerful and authentic trans story out there and as every trans story is different I loved reading about Sam's and Cameron's. I hope we get more stories with trans characters and different life experiences.
Definitely worth diving in!!
...all words that describe this book but it's so much more. It's an honest rendition of author and characters melding together to give you something truly unique.
Sam and Cameron will melt your heart and show you a love without limits.
The collection of characters, besties, Daddies, and subs is awesome and I can't wait for more stories in this series!! I loved the hints of who could connect and who could be a Daddy or sub but I always circle back to Lincoln's series description that "a Daddy that might not 'look' like a Daddy and the boy(s) who love them" and anything's possible.
This book is spicy, flirty, and fun with a foundation of truth that makes it that much more hard-hitting. I think Sam and Cameron will stick with me for quite some time.
I love that we have another powerful and authentic trans story out there and as every trans story is different I loved reading about Sam's and Cameron's. I hope we get more stories with trans characters and different life experiences.
Definitely worth diving in!!
June 11, 2024
So this book gives me vibes of a Reese Morrison book just not as well done. I wanted to love this and I did end up enjoying it for the most part but I think that it's too long and at points it's just too flowery and over-described.
I love the idea of having characters who come out later in life in both their sexuality and their gender. I also love the idea of having an author and reader fall in love. Very cute. As an asexual person it feels odd saying this but I actually think that the sex scenes in this book are the best part of the book. They're very emotional and well done. There are a lot of them and they are pretty long so just a heads up that if that's not your thing this is not your book.
I think maybe where this book fails for me is the beginning. The first half almost is just too long. There's too much time between the characters realizing who they are to each other and getting together. I also had some issues with how quickly Cameron was willing to get physical with Sam despite not knowing that he was SMC. I'd say that's a spoiler but it's not really cuz if you don't know who they are then it's not a spoiler 😂
I do appreciate flawed characters and both Sam and Cameron are flawed. They both have some issues with communication that they deal with at different points in this book and both have their own bouts of dysphoria and anxiety. I do kind of wish that was delved into a little bit more. I would have loved to see a session with a therapist. I also feel like we lost some important scenes that I would have rather had those than either more sex or more of that beginning weirdness. I would have loved to see Sam and Cameron do Christmas at Cameron's parents or with Sam siblings. I think that would have been a super valuable and important scene that would have highlighted that found family element that I always look for in queer books. I also would have loved for Sam's top surgery and recovery to be a part of the book.
Honestly though as a whole this is a pretty solid book and one that I would recommend to people who like queer daddy kink books.
Final rating 3.75
I love the idea of having characters who come out later in life in both their sexuality and their gender. I also love the idea of having an author and reader fall in love. Very cute. As an asexual person it feels odd saying this but I actually think that the sex scenes in this book are the best part of the book. They're very emotional and well done. There are a lot of them and they are pretty long so just a heads up that if that's not your thing this is not your book.
I think maybe where this book fails for me is the beginning. The first half almost is just too long. There's too much time between the characters realizing who they are to each other and getting together. I also had some issues with how quickly Cameron was willing to get physical with Sam despite not knowing that he was SMC. I'd say that's a spoiler but it's not really cuz if you don't know who they are then it's not a spoiler 😂
I do appreciate flawed characters and both Sam and Cameron are flawed. They both have some issues with communication that they deal with at different points in this book and both have their own bouts of dysphoria and anxiety. I do kind of wish that was delved into a little bit more. I would have loved to see a session with a therapist. I also feel like we lost some important scenes that I would have rather had those than either more sex or more of that beginning weirdness. I would have loved to see Sam and Cameron do Christmas at Cameron's parents or with Sam siblings. I think that would have been a super valuable and important scene that would have highlighted that found family element that I always look for in queer books. I also would have loved for Sam's top surgery and recovery to be a part of the book.
Honestly though as a whole this is a pretty solid book and one that I would recommend to people who like queer daddy kink books.
Final rating 3.75
May 12, 2024
First off thank you to the author for the chance to ARC read this amazing debut.
Remember to always take care of your mental health and mind any and all content & trigger warnings! The author was clear and concise with the listing.
Where to begin? This is my first T4T MM romance, first T4T romance period and I don't think I could've picked a better one to start with.
Sam - you beautiful, imperfectly perfect Daddy. Watching your story, your discovery about yourself play out in these pages was an absolute honour. There were so many times I set my phone down, cathartic tears on my cheeks because your words were like my words, my thoughts pulled out and put on the page. I'm transmasc enby but so much of your journey echoed my own in such similar ways that it rocked me to my core.
Cameron - you sweet, yet sassy, and just adorable boy. There were times I couldn't decide if I wanted to be you or spank you until you cried so I could hold you close and treat you right like you deserved. But you got the perfect Daddy for you in the end and I am so happy about that.
The Story: watching Sam's self-discovery, Cameron's willingness to swear off love only for the two of them to meet, both online and in two absolutely adorable meet-cute type situations was incredible. I love their meetings even if I wanted to shake Cameron for being mean and angry to Sam and spank Sam for not telling Cameron who he was sooner. But their happily ever after was worth every word, every page, every up and down that they went through.
The Spice: Ho-ly Hannah the spice! It was sweet and hot and oh so kinky. Whether they were playing online or in person Sam and Cameron's chemistry was off the damn charts! I had to top to fan myself multiple times and there were things these men did with each other that I'd never read in a spicy book before but loved and would love to read again.
The Side-Characters: Alex, you beautiful sweet 'Daddy?' I loved your friendship with Sam and unconditional acceptance of your friend. Tristian, you adorable brat. I want to spank you and make you squeal but I get the feeling someone else will do that just fine. Seth - Best brother ever. Enough said. I could sit here and gush about the rest of the men in the Daddies and subs group and the hint about Tristian's brother was super fun.
This was an absolutely incredible book from start to finish. I cannot wait to read Book 2 in the series and any others the author decides to write!
Remember to always take care of your mental health and mind any and all content & trigger warnings! The author was clear and concise with the listing.
Where to begin? This is my first T4T MM romance, first T4T romance period and I don't think I could've picked a better one to start with.
Sam - you beautiful, imperfectly perfect Daddy. Watching your story, your discovery about yourself play out in these pages was an absolute honour. There were so many times I set my phone down, cathartic tears on my cheeks because your words were like my words, my thoughts pulled out and put on the page. I'm transmasc enby but so much of your journey echoed my own in such similar ways that it rocked me to my core.
Cameron - you sweet, yet sassy, and just adorable boy. There were times I couldn't decide if I wanted to be you or spank you until you cried so I could hold you close and treat you right like you deserved. But you got the perfect Daddy for you in the end and I am so happy about that.
The Story: watching Sam's self-discovery, Cameron's willingness to swear off love only for the two of them to meet, both online and in two absolutely adorable meet-cute type situations was incredible. I love their meetings even if I wanted to shake Cameron for being mean and angry to Sam and spank Sam for not telling Cameron who he was sooner. But their happily ever after was worth every word, every page, every up and down that they went through.
The Spice: Ho-ly Hannah the spice! It was sweet and hot and oh so kinky. Whether they were playing online or in person Sam and Cameron's chemistry was off the damn charts! I had to top to fan myself multiple times and there were things these men did with each other that I'd never read in a spicy book before but loved and would love to read again.
The Side-Characters: Alex, you beautiful sweet 'Daddy?' I loved your friendship with Sam and unconditional acceptance of your friend. Tristian, you adorable brat. I want to spank you and make you squeal but I get the feeling someone else will do that just fine. Seth - Best brother ever. Enough said. I could sit here and gush about the rest of the men in the Daddies and subs group and the hint about Tristian's brother was super fun.
This was an absolutely incredible book from start to finish. I cannot wait to read Book 2 in the series and any others the author decides to write!
May 17, 2024
ARC obtained in exchange of an honest review. Thank you Lincoln Mercer for this opportunity.
This was an endearing story about how Sam fan-boyed over Cameron and experienced his light bulb moment thanks to Cameron's books and started his journey to become who he really had been on the inside all along, overcoming ingrained insecurities and low self-esteem. Also great side characters, Alex and Tristan really are the best friends Sam and Cameron needed to rely on and I was a bit sorry that their role diminished so much in the second half of the book. The Daddy/Boy kink and especially the humiliation part isn't my favorite type of kink, but I really liked how the importance of communication was highlighted and not only in "playing" but also for the development of the relation between Sam and Cameron.
Yes, maybe it all was a bit "too good to be true" even with their struggles of conquering their insecurities, self-image or the rejection by family etc, but that's why we read romance novels no? To escape, dream, live vicariously through the MC's and know that in the end they'll end up with an HEA. And that is the strength of these kinds of books, to be educated about certain subjects in a pleasurable and easy accessible way.
This type of stories about coming out, self discovery, acceptancy, found family... is what drew me to stories in the LGBTQIA+ genre and made me switch from YA to MM Romance. It is interesting to witness someones thinking proces, how the experience the world, what struggles they face. It was really refreshing to read a story with trans-males. I might not be looking actively for it, but for the amount of books I've read, I can't say I stumble over them regularly. So I was excited when I saw the blurb of this book and even more excited when I received the opportunity to review this book.
The introduction of the author really added to my experience of this book. So thank you again for this opportunity and experience.
This was an endearing story about how Sam fan-boyed over Cameron and experienced his light bulb moment thanks to Cameron's books and started his journey to become who he really had been on the inside all along, overcoming ingrained insecurities and low self-esteem. Also great side characters, Alex and Tristan really are the best friends Sam and Cameron needed to rely on and I was a bit sorry that their role diminished so much in the second half of the book. The Daddy/Boy kink and especially the humiliation part isn't my favorite type of kink, but I really liked how the importance of communication was highlighted and not only in "playing" but also for the development of the relation between Sam and Cameron.
Yes, maybe it all was a bit "too good to be true" even with their struggles of conquering their insecurities, self-image or the rejection by family etc, but that's why we read romance novels no? To escape, dream, live vicariously through the MC's and know that in the end they'll end up with an HEA. And that is the strength of these kinds of books, to be educated about certain subjects in a pleasurable and easy accessible way.
This type of stories about coming out, self discovery, acceptancy, found family... is what drew me to stories in the LGBTQIA+ genre and made me switch from YA to MM Romance. It is interesting to witness someones thinking proces, how the experience the world, what struggles they face. It was really refreshing to read a story with trans-males. I might not be looking actively for it, but for the amount of books I've read, I can't say I stumble over them regularly. So I was excited when I saw the blurb of this book and even more excited when I received the opportunity to review this book.
The introduction of the author really added to my experience of this book. So thank you again for this opportunity and experience.
May 19, 2024
By 7% I was hooked.
#MiddleLifeRomance
T4T
Self exploration
Found family
Queer/K!nk awakening
So many emails and messages 😍
There is so much good in this book.
The lack of transparency by Sam for the first half of the book was a little hurdle for me, I get his lack of confidence but he must see how his lack of honesty is going to blow up in his face; especially with Cameron accusing him of stalking him MULTIPLE times. This is a pretty normal way for me to feel, I personally get worked up over this kinda thing.
By 60% I found that I would have been okay if the book had ended here. I was really happy.
The last 40% of the book was not quite as quick of a read for me, it was sweet and it was nice to see the couple further solidify their relationship and dynamic, but I had been pretty happy with the HEA in the middle of the book.
Ultimately this was a super tender book. I did find that the tenderness/Dom balance was something I don't fully understand, the whiplash I would personally feel dealing with this would be too much for my single braincell to process.
This was an excellent example of how authors should deal with homo/transphobic slurs. This author was able to imply their use without actually using them.
#MiddleLifeRomance
T4T
Self exploration
Found family
Queer/K!nk awakening
So many emails and messages 😍
There is so much good in this book.
The lack of transparency by Sam for the first half of the book was a little hurdle for me, I get his lack of confidence but he must see how his lack of honesty is going to blow up in his face; especially with Cameron accusing him of stalking him MULTIPLE times. This is a pretty normal way for me to feel, I personally get worked up over this kinda thing.
By 60% I found that I would have been okay if the book had ended here. I was really happy.
The last 40% of the book was not quite as quick of a read for me, it was sweet and it was nice to see the couple further solidify their relationship and dynamic, but I had been pretty happy with the HEA in the middle of the book.
Ultimately this was a super tender book. I did find that the tenderness/Dom balance was something I don't fully understand, the whiplash I would personally feel dealing with this would be too much for my single braincell to process.
This was an excellent example of how authors should deal with homo/transphobic slurs. This author was able to imply their use without actually using them.
May 11, 2024
This book was an emotional one for me. I myself am AFAB and non-binary. Being raised in a similar way to San, I could totally relate to his feelings of wrongness and sudden epiphany. I’m non-binary, but many of the feelings are the same. This book was absolutely amazing and I cried with Sam and Cameron. I got so pulled into this that I couldn’t stop reading it! Some of the moments with Sam really brought tears to my eyes. Cameron gets a bit mean, harsh and unlikeable a couple of times in this story but it is all part of these two men figuring themselves out and realizing how much they need to be together. Sam is so forgiving and such the perfect Daddy for Cameron. This story was AMAZEBALLS and I can’t say enough good about it. I just don’t have the words. Read this! You won’t regret it. I also think this is the first book I have read with two trans characters as the MCs. It was beautiful.
June 2, 2024
When I tell you I was on the rollercoaster of emotions throughout the whole story! Sam and Cameron's story will forever have a special place in my heart. Some of their struggles were so relatable that it made connecting with them so much deeper. And the SPICE?! Oof 🥵 Definitely has become one of the top 5 for this year by far! 🥰
May 22, 2024
4.5 ⭐️ for this beautiful, sizzling hot story!
Amazing writing and storyline.
Lots of feels, and emotional moments!
I usually shy away from books with over 300 pages, but this one just flew by 💛
A unique story with fantastic characters 💛
Amazing writing and storyline.
Lots of feels, and emotional moments!
I usually shy away from books with over 300 pages, but this one just flew by 💛
A unique story with fantastic characters 💛
May 31, 2024
Have you ever read a book and the characters just stick with you? Like you related to them in so many ways that it was impossible to let them go? That’s how it was with Sam and Cameron for me. From start to finish these guys had me captivated. The more they shared of themselves, the more I could relate to them. And let me tell you.. it was everything.
In this book, you’ll find an avid romance reader and an Indie author on a journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, healing, and love. Watching them navigate through all these things separately while also trying to navigate through their relationship dynamic was remarkable. And holy. crap. The spice was SPICY. Like, catch your kindle on fire kinda hot. I was SO here for it.
This book gave me ALL the feels. Like every single one. It was the absolute BEST roller coaster of emotions. I laughed and cried. I was happy and frustrated at times. But every single thing was worth it for their HEA.
I just loved everything about this book. The writing is absolutely incredible and the characters are amazing. Like literally all of them. The side characters are just as good as the MC.
Lincoln came in with a bang with his debut novel and I can’t wait to see what else he writes.
10/10 recommend.
In this book, you’ll find an avid romance reader and an Indie author on a journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, healing, and love. Watching them navigate through all these things separately while also trying to navigate through their relationship dynamic was remarkable. And holy. crap. The spice was SPICY. Like, catch your kindle on fire kinda hot. I was SO here for it.
This book gave me ALL the feels. Like every single one. It was the absolute BEST roller coaster of emotions. I laughed and cried. I was happy and frustrated at times. But every single thing was worth it for their HEA.
I just loved everything about this book. The writing is absolutely incredible and the characters are amazing. Like literally all of them. The side characters are just as good as the MC.
Lincoln came in with a bang with his debut novel and I can’t wait to see what else he writes.
10/10 recommend.
May 22, 2024
The blurb sets this book up perfectly. As an older generation female, I knew little to nothing about transgender men or women, and the description of the book intrigued me, hoping I might understand why someone might choose the path to fully transition. In my youth, a young girl like Samantha might have been considered a tomboy, gravitating to more traditionally masculine toys and activities, but pressure was definitely exerted to fit the gender roles, especially in more religious homes. I am sure there were children, and adults, that felt they were “in the wrong body”, but it wasn’t widely talked about. Because it is a topic discussed more openly today, I wanted to learn more. Even though this is a work of fiction, the author states there are elements of his truth, and it felt very honest and real reading about what Sam went through in his realization that he was classified as the wrong gender, then trying to decide what to do about it. His initial steps made sense to me to try to make some small changes that didn’t necessarily scream a gender identity change, but let him process physically, emotionally, and mentally as he thought and planned what he wanted and how to achieve his goal. Finding a support group of other trans men as well as the Daddy/Boy group afforded people to talk to about what he was doing, and to get questions answered. Telling family was another big step on his road to transitioning from Samantha to Sam. His experiences with Cameron also made sense to me, building that connection with his books, then the physical attraction and pull during their accidental meetings, and trying to juggle the two personas at the beginning of the relationship. Cameron’s trust issues also felt very honest and real — no one likes to be hurt and past relationships and experiences can leave deep scars, making it very hard to lower walls and trust another person, even one you care deeply for. I think this book gave me a beginning understanding of thoughts and feelings of a trans person from realization to steps of transitioning and the physical. Mental and emotional changes involved. There aren’t many books that I have come across with two trans MCs, and I think this one is important to initially foster both education and understanding for the trans community. I also really appreciated the glossary of relevant terms at the back. It was very helpful in understanding the meaning of some of the less familiar terminology used in the book. Big thank you for that.
I think the story itself was a beautiful one of two lonely men, neither with the strongest self concept about their worth as people, Cameron confident in his role as a trans man and supporting Sam, and Sam finding more confidence in his role as a Daddy, boosting his self esteem in a positive way as he went through his transition. I think it could help teach some understanding of the feelings of those questioning their assigned gender when it just doesn’t feel right, the actions and procedures one might go through to transition, the ongoing things one must do to keep the transition stable (for example I never knew weekly T shots were necessary, but it would make sense, sort of like anti-rejection meds taken for organ transplants, I would think, but not totally sure), and especially the emotional side of the transition process which must be daunting at times. I feel I learned a lot and have a minute, but better, grasp of what it could be like to transition from a female to a male. I think it would take a lot of courage, confidence, and love of self to persevere to become the person you know you were meant to be. Thank you to the author for this book.
I received an ARC of this book and this is my voluntary review.
I think the story itself was a beautiful one of two lonely men, neither with the strongest self concept about their worth as people, Cameron confident in his role as a trans man and supporting Sam, and Sam finding more confidence in his role as a Daddy, boosting his self esteem in a positive way as he went through his transition. I think it could help teach some understanding of the feelings of those questioning their assigned gender when it just doesn’t feel right, the actions and procedures one might go through to transition, the ongoing things one must do to keep the transition stable (for example I never knew weekly T shots were necessary, but it would make sense, sort of like anti-rejection meds taken for organ transplants, I would think, but not totally sure), and especially the emotional side of the transition process which must be daunting at times. I feel I learned a lot and have a minute, but better, grasp of what it could be like to transition from a female to a male. I think it would take a lot of courage, confidence, and love of self to persevere to become the person you know you were meant to be. Thank you to the author for this book.
I received an ARC of this book and this is my voluntary review.
March 28, 2025
4.25/5 ⭐
Becoming His Perfect Daddy is the first book in Lincoln Mercer's Unlikely Daddies series. You can get the free prequel novel, Saving His Bookish Daddy, by signing up for Lincoln's newsletter however, you don't have to have read it to enjoy Becoming His Perfect Daddy. Here's what you can expect from Sam and Cameron:
❤️ MM contemporary romance
❤️ First person dual point of view
❤️ Guaranteed happily ever after
❤️ T4T Daddy/boy dynamic (no age play)
❤️ Trans awakening
❤️ Anxiety representation
❤️ Found family
❤️ Hurt/comfort
❤️ Impact play, spanking, humiliation kink
❤️ Online/anonymous relationship
All characters depicted in this story are over the age of 18.
As always, ensure you review the content and trigger warnings to decide if this book is right for you. Note that this list of warnings and triggers may be incomplete. Please take care of yourself while reading.
I'm so happy I finally had the chance to read this one! It feels like it's been on my TBR forever. Although there was a lot going on in this book, I really enjoyed the way Lincoln wove all the different plot points and emotions together because that can be really tough to do seamlessly. I'm a fan of Daddy/boy romances, but it's rare we get to see a character come to realize they identify as a Daddy and explore that. Coupled with the trans awakening we had the privilege of accompanying Sam on, it made for a very emotional read at times.
I love the concept of a series featuring Daddies who may not look like a Daddy at first and the boys who love them. We are promised a beautiful story about men falling in love with other men (in explicit detail) and Lincoln certainly didn't disappoint. The spice and kink in this book were great, and approached in a safe and consensual manner. I loved that the characters had such a supportive found family surrounding them, and I think the side characters really helped round out this story. Although there were plenty of elements of hurt/comfort, there were some light scenes and laughter that helped balance out the emotion. I love that this is an #ownvoices story for the author, and I look forward to reading more of their work!
Becoming His Perfect Daddy is the first book in Lincoln Mercer's Unlikely Daddies series. You can get the free prequel novel, Saving His Bookish Daddy, by signing up for Lincoln's newsletter however, you don't have to have read it to enjoy Becoming His Perfect Daddy. Here's what you can expect from Sam and Cameron:
❤️ MM contemporary romance
❤️ First person dual point of view
❤️ Guaranteed happily ever after
❤️ T4T Daddy/boy dynamic (no age play)
❤️ Trans awakening
❤️ Anxiety representation
❤️ Found family
❤️ Hurt/comfort
❤️ Impact play, spanking, humiliation kink
❤️ Online/anonymous relationship
All characters depicted in this story are over the age of 18.
As always, ensure you review the content and trigger warnings to decide if this book is right for you. Note that this list of warnings and triggers may be incomplete. Please take care of yourself while reading.
I'm so happy I finally had the chance to read this one! It feels like it's been on my TBR forever. Although there was a lot going on in this book, I really enjoyed the way Lincoln wove all the different plot points and emotions together because that can be really tough to do seamlessly. I'm a fan of Daddy/boy romances, but it's rare we get to see a character come to realize they identify as a Daddy and explore that. Coupled with the trans awakening we had the privilege of accompanying Sam on, it made for a very emotional read at times.
I love the concept of a series featuring Daddies who may not look like a Daddy at first and the boys who love them. We are promised a beautiful story about men falling in love with other men (in explicit detail) and Lincoln certainly didn't disappoint. The spice and kink in this book were great, and approached in a safe and consensual manner. I loved that the characters had such a supportive found family surrounding them, and I think the side characters really helped round out this story. Although there were plenty of elements of hurt/comfort, there were some light scenes and laughter that helped balance out the emotion. I love that this is an #ownvoices story for the author, and I look forward to reading more of their work!
May 21, 2024
Independent reviewer for GRR, I was gifted my copy of this book.
Let me just put this out there, Ok?? I'm a straight cis woman, on the wrong side of 50. I read a lot of MM books, and have read some with trans main characters. I have not ever read a T4T (my apologies if this is incorrect, but I'm trying!) book, never. So I went into this with an open mind and an open heart and an open book brain.
But let me tell you about this book!
There is a bit at the beginning of this book, that the author wrote. I don't usually bother with those, unles my book feelings tell me to read it, so I did and it gave me a much better insight into Sam and Cameron, but also into this author, as some of this book is their story. (again, apologies is this is incorrect, but I couldn't find your preferred pronouns, so went with the best option!)
And what that bit does, my good peeps, is set it all out for you, in a way a lay person like myself can understand the terms, words and difficulties being a trans person comes with.
While this book is set over a long period of time, over a year, I was surprised at the speed at which things moved for Sam, once he made the decision to become himself. I know in the UK these take a long, LONG time, so that surprised me.
Sam and Cameron are perfect for each other! Cameron has already transitioned, and Sam has the dawning realisation that he is not in the right body after reading one of Cameron's books. That CAMERON makes him see who he really should be, a man and a Daddy. These two are absolutely perfect for each other, they really are! Loved how the D/b relationship developed.
I will be honest, I wasn't sure the smexy times would work, I don't know WHY I thought that, but you know me and my book brain, but bloody hell! They work, trust me! Super spicy smexy times!! Loved that!
You get deep into the psyche of being trans with these two. The emotions are deep and heavy in places. Made me cry in some places, it really did, the weight of feelings that these men have about themselves. It's really painful reading in parts, and I think you need to be aware if you have any triggers regarding body dysmophia.
I LOVED this book, in case I didn't say it yet!
I see two pairings among the side characters, one set have their book next and I will be reading that book, and any more that come along! I also found that this is only the author's second book, with a short before this one. And bloody hell, they smashed it out the park!
I cannot give it anything other than. . .
5 full and super shiny stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
Let me just put this out there, Ok?? I'm a straight cis woman, on the wrong side of 50. I read a lot of MM books, and have read some with trans main characters. I have not ever read a T4T (my apologies if this is incorrect, but I'm trying!) book, never. So I went into this with an open mind and an open heart and an open book brain.
But let me tell you about this book!
There is a bit at the beginning of this book, that the author wrote. I don't usually bother with those, unles my book feelings tell me to read it, so I did and it gave me a much better insight into Sam and Cameron, but also into this author, as some of this book is their story. (again, apologies is this is incorrect, but I couldn't find your preferred pronouns, so went with the best option!)
And what that bit does, my good peeps, is set it all out for you, in a way a lay person like myself can understand the terms, words and difficulties being a trans person comes with.
While this book is set over a long period of time, over a year, I was surprised at the speed at which things moved for Sam, once he made the decision to become himself. I know in the UK these take a long, LONG time, so that surprised me.
Sam and Cameron are perfect for each other! Cameron has already transitioned, and Sam has the dawning realisation that he is not in the right body after reading one of Cameron's books. That CAMERON makes him see who he really should be, a man and a Daddy. These two are absolutely perfect for each other, they really are! Loved how the D/b relationship developed.
I will be honest, I wasn't sure the smexy times would work, I don't know WHY I thought that, but you know me and my book brain, but bloody hell! They work, trust me! Super spicy smexy times!! Loved that!
You get deep into the psyche of being trans with these two. The emotions are deep and heavy in places. Made me cry in some places, it really did, the weight of feelings that these men have about themselves. It's really painful reading in parts, and I think you need to be aware if you have any triggers regarding body dysmophia.
I LOVED this book, in case I didn't say it yet!
I see two pairings among the side characters, one set have their book next and I will be reading that book, and any more that come along! I also found that this is only the author's second book, with a short before this one. And bloody hell, they smashed it out the park!
I cannot give it anything other than. . .
5 full and super shiny stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
May 26, 2024
This is not much of a review and I apologize for that, but I want to show you why I think this is a story worth reading by explaining how it helped me challenge my way of thinking. I want to show you how something that disappointed me at first turned out to be something beautiful.
This story is about Sam, coming out as trans and one of the tropes that is listed for this book is “trans-awakening”, which created a certain expectation in my mind. I was sure this story was going to be about Sam, slowly questioning his identity, changing clothes and hair and maybe adapting some small “perceived-as-male” mannerisms over time, until he ultimately comes out as trans. I was convinced this was going to be a big part of the story. Maybe he would need to meet Cameron and talk about his feelings until he finally understood what was going on? I don’t know, but I fully expected to see the step by step explanation of how someone would realize they are trans. But what happens is, that Sam realized he’s trans within the first 3 pages and the rest of the book is about him transitioning and coming out to friends, workplace and family. And at first I was mad. What kind of awakening is that, I thought. It happened before the story really started. What was the point?
I got that gross feeling you get when you know you are in the wrong but I didn’t understand yet, why I was bothered with myself. I kept reading and I watched Sam become this beautiful man who is unapologetic himself and I finally realized. He doesn’t owe me an explanation. Just as I don’t have to explain how I’m cis, he doesn’t have to justify his existence.
I didn’t think I would be that kind of person but here I am. Realizing my disappointment was about nothing. Realizing that not explaining anything was the best explanation. Because Sam just is and that is beautiful.
All that being said, I really liked the book. The romance was sweet, the characters just worked and the spice was hot and creative (I mean seriously, I’m an avid romance reader and this book managed to offer something new in terms of spice scene). I’m super happy to have read the book and I’m patiently awaiting the next one about a certain book bestie side character (pretty please with cherries on top).
This story is about Sam, coming out as trans and one of the tropes that is listed for this book is “trans-awakening”, which created a certain expectation in my mind. I was sure this story was going to be about Sam, slowly questioning his identity, changing clothes and hair and maybe adapting some small “perceived-as-male” mannerisms over time, until he ultimately comes out as trans. I was convinced this was going to be a big part of the story. Maybe he would need to meet Cameron and talk about his feelings until he finally understood what was going on? I don’t know, but I fully expected to see the step by step explanation of how someone would realize they are trans. But what happens is, that Sam realized he’s trans within the first 3 pages and the rest of the book is about him transitioning and coming out to friends, workplace and family. And at first I was mad. What kind of awakening is that, I thought. It happened before the story really started. What was the point?
I got that gross feeling you get when you know you are in the wrong but I didn’t understand yet, why I was bothered with myself. I kept reading and I watched Sam become this beautiful man who is unapologetic himself and I finally realized. He doesn’t owe me an explanation. Just as I don’t have to explain how I’m cis, he doesn’t have to justify his existence.
I didn’t think I would be that kind of person but here I am. Realizing my disappointment was about nothing. Realizing that not explaining anything was the best explanation. Because Sam just is and that is beautiful.
All that being said, I really liked the book. The romance was sweet, the characters just worked and the spice was hot and creative (I mean seriously, I’m an avid romance reader and this book managed to offer something new in terms of spice scene). I’m super happy to have read the book and I’m patiently awaiting the next one about a certain book bestie side character (pretty please with cherries on top).
May 13, 2024
Becoming His Perfect Daddy: An MM Trans-Awakening Romance
was absolutely incredible! I was emotionally pulled in every way possible throughout the book. Do NOT sleep on the chance to read Lincoln Mercer's first offering to the MM reading community or you will regret it.
I will admit that it's my first storyline with any trans MCs, let alone two! But I knew I wanted to give it a chance because the story just sounded so sweet, and I always enjoy Daddy/Boy stories. The added little bit of a "You've Got Mail" style was icing on the cake. I am so ecstatic that I was able to enjoy the book.
Because we get the chance to experience the entire transition process for Sam, it really highlights some of the challenges and difficulties all transgendered individuals face with the different pieces of their life. I don't think I'd ever truly known as much about the transition as when reading this book. I know the experience is very different for all individuals, but I applaud the bravery of every single one.
Experiencing Sam's awakening and acknowledging that he's also a Daddy was eye-opening as well. It's an interesting process to observe, but I loved Sam's easy welcome into the Daddy community so he could learn more about what he was feeling. And his first real Daddy/boy interaction with Cameron was virtually incredible.
This is a phenomenal story to read if you want to learn more about transgendered individuals and what they can go through, and I cannot recommend it enough. I definitely can't say I had been too knowledgeable prior to reading this book, but I'm very glad I did, although I cannot admit to being fully schooled in the subject either. I will have to give it another read before the next Unlikely Daddies story is released later this year.
I received an advance copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
I will admit that it's my first storyline with any trans MCs, let alone two! But I knew I wanted to give it a chance because the story just sounded so sweet, and I always enjoy Daddy/Boy stories. The added little bit of a "You've Got Mail" style was icing on the cake. I am so ecstatic that I was able to enjoy the book.
Because we get the chance to experience the entire transition process for Sam, it really highlights some of the challenges and difficulties all transgendered individuals face with the different pieces of their life. I don't think I'd ever truly known as much about the transition as when reading this book. I know the experience is very different for all individuals, but I applaud the bravery of every single one.
Experiencing Sam's awakening and acknowledging that he's also a Daddy was eye-opening as well. It's an interesting process to observe, but I loved Sam's easy welcome into the Daddy community so he could learn more about what he was feeling. And his first real Daddy/boy interaction with Cameron was virtually incredible.
This is a phenomenal story to read if you want to learn more about transgendered individuals and what they can go through, and I cannot recommend it enough. I definitely can't say I had been too knowledgeable prior to reading this book, but I'm very glad I did, although I cannot admit to being fully schooled in the subject either. I will have to give it another read before the next Unlikely Daddies story is released later this year.
I received an advance copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
May 17, 2024
I loved loved loved this book.
Sam is your typical reader waiting for the next book from their favourite author and then binge reading it, but this book is different to what he has read before and he knows he needs to email the author. I have always wanted to email an author about their latest book and I have never been brave enough so straight away I loved Sam. From that first "enter" you follow a sweet, sometimes intense love story, whilst also following Sam become their true self
Sam was a caring sweet person, and I was so glad that he had not only Cameron but also Alex, his new best friend at work. I wish I had an Alex at work to talk books. There were times that Sam made me laugh out load with his no filter emails and I could imagine Cameron's face when he opened them. And a shout out to Seth Sam's brother who was great.
Cameron, with so many failed dates, I could understand why he was so jaded when it came to love and I could understand why he was protecting his heart but there was the odd occasion where I just wanted to sit him down and give him a good talking too. But I really liked him, he was kind, patient, took the time to correspond with Sam and offered the advice that Sam needed.
The Daddy/Boy kink added to the story and I enjoyed reading about Sam's creative mind, when it came to given Cameron what he really wanted and those scenes were hot. This also introduced us to some other characters including Cameron's best friend Tristan, who cared for Cameron a lot and their conversations had me chuckling especially when they were about Tristan.
Overall whilst this book was spaced over a long period, it never felt like it. I loved the back and forth over email and text, these interactions were easily recognisable, as being sight impaired I do sometimes miss that the communication is by something other than speech.
This book had me cheering, cussing at some characters and at times having tears in my eyes. I wanted to finish it, but I didn't want it to end.
I have a long wish list of who else I want a story about, I hope there are quite a few books planned in this series.
An excellent debut novel.
Sam is your typical reader waiting for the next book from their favourite author and then binge reading it, but this book is different to what he has read before and he knows he needs to email the author. I have always wanted to email an author about their latest book and I have never been brave enough so straight away I loved Sam. From that first "enter" you follow a sweet, sometimes intense love story, whilst also following Sam become their true self
Sam was a caring sweet person, and I was so glad that he had not only Cameron but also Alex, his new best friend at work. I wish I had an Alex at work to talk books. There were times that Sam made me laugh out load with his no filter emails and I could imagine Cameron's face when he opened them. And a shout out to Seth Sam's brother who was great.
Cameron, with so many failed dates, I could understand why he was so jaded when it came to love and I could understand why he was protecting his heart but there was the odd occasion where I just wanted to sit him down and give him a good talking too. But I really liked him, he was kind, patient, took the time to correspond with Sam and offered the advice that Sam needed.
The Daddy/Boy kink added to the story and I enjoyed reading about Sam's creative mind, when it came to given Cameron what he really wanted and those scenes were hot. This also introduced us to some other characters including Cameron's best friend Tristan, who cared for Cameron a lot and their conversations had me chuckling especially when they were about Tristan.
Overall whilst this book was spaced over a long period, it never felt like it. I loved the back and forth over email and text, these interactions were easily recognisable, as being sight impaired I do sometimes miss that the communication is by something other than speech.
This book had me cheering, cussing at some characters and at times having tears in my eyes. I wanted to finish it, but I didn't want it to end.
I have a long wish list of who else I want a story about, I hope there are quite a few books planned in this series.
An excellent debut novel.
May 9, 2024
Lincoln Mercer's Becoming His Perfect Daddy takes readers on a heartfelt journey through the evolving relationship of two trans men, Sam and Cameron, as they discover love in unexpected places. This book not only explores the dynamics of a growing relationship but also delves deeply into the personal growth of its characters.
The story begins when Sam, inspired by his favourite author’s latest work, comes to a profound realisation about his identity as a trans man. This epiphany prompts him to reach out through an email that forever alters his path. On the other side, Cameron, a romance author disillusioned by a string of transphobic dates, has nearly given up on love until Sam's email arrives, challenging his resolve and sparking hope once more.
This was my first foray into trans romance, and Sam and Cameron's story was incredibly enlightening. Sam's journey towards self-acknowledgment and acceptance resonated deeply with me, illustrating the courage required to embrace one's true self. Cameron’s experiences with dating, filled with frustration and longing for a nurturing relationship, painted a poignant picture of his desire for connection and trust.
Their communication, initially through emails, blossoms beautifully, showing how quickly they forge a bond that incorporates the complexities of their real lives. Mercer's writing shines in its organic flow and realistic portrayal of emotions and relationships. I found myself racing through the pages, eager to see how Sam and Cameron's relationship would unfold. The bonus epilogue left me smiling, satisfied yet eager for more stories from this world.
In summary, Becoming His Perfect Daddy is a beautifully written exploration of love, identity, and acceptance. Lincoln Mercer has crafted a narrative that is not only engaging but also deeply meaningful. I am eagerly looking forward to continuing this series and seeing what else this world has to offer.
The story begins when Sam, inspired by his favourite author’s latest work, comes to a profound realisation about his identity as a trans man. This epiphany prompts him to reach out through an email that forever alters his path. On the other side, Cameron, a romance author disillusioned by a string of transphobic dates, has nearly given up on love until Sam's email arrives, challenging his resolve and sparking hope once more.
This was my first foray into trans romance, and Sam and Cameron's story was incredibly enlightening. Sam's journey towards self-acknowledgment and acceptance resonated deeply with me, illustrating the courage required to embrace one's true self. Cameron’s experiences with dating, filled with frustration and longing for a nurturing relationship, painted a poignant picture of his desire for connection and trust.
Their communication, initially through emails, blossoms beautifully, showing how quickly they forge a bond that incorporates the complexities of their real lives. Mercer's writing shines in its organic flow and realistic portrayal of emotions and relationships. I found myself racing through the pages, eager to see how Sam and Cameron's relationship would unfold. The bonus epilogue left me smiling, satisfied yet eager for more stories from this world.
In summary, Becoming His Perfect Daddy is a beautifully written exploration of love, identity, and acceptance. Lincoln Mercer has crafted a narrative that is not only engaging but also deeply meaningful. I am eagerly looking forward to continuing this series and seeing what else this world has to offer.
May 4, 2024
4.5⭐️
A new trans Daddy. A boy who's given up on love. When a moment changes everything, will they embrace who they truly are for an imperfectly perfect love?
When Sam reads his favorite author’s latest book, he discovers a truth about himself he can no longer deny: He is a trans man. Longing for connection, he gathers his courage and sends an email that will change his life forever.
Cameron is a romance author who, after a ton of transphobic dates, has sworn off love. But then a single email has him questioning everything he thought he knew.
I’ll be honest, I was a little hesitant to read this book. I’ve never read a trans romance before, but I realize now how dumb I was to be nervous.
Sam’s realization about being a trans man just hit me in the gut. I can’t imagine what that must’ve felt like, to finally put into words who you are. And also have the courage to act on it and become their true self.
And Cameron? Ugh I felt so bad for him with those horrible dates. He knows he wants a Daddy to take care of him, but he’s not sure he can trust any man at this point.
I loved their emails and how quickly they opened up to each other- especially adding real life into the mix!
Mercer knows how to write!! I loved how everything just flowed organically and I fell into the story. {They already know how I felt about that certain conflict … in the rain 🤣} I also love how they wrote the love scenes, so natural and beautiful and realistic- I could see it play out and I felt for both of these men.
I found I couldn’t read fast enough to see how their relationship would end up, and when I read the bonus epilogue, I just had a goofy smile on my face.
Overall I really enjoyed Sam and Cameron’s love story, and I can’t wait to continue the series!
A new trans Daddy. A boy who's given up on love. When a moment changes everything, will they embrace who they truly are for an imperfectly perfect love?
When Sam reads his favorite author’s latest book, he discovers a truth about himself he can no longer deny: He is a trans man. Longing for connection, he gathers his courage and sends an email that will change his life forever.
Cameron is a romance author who, after a ton of transphobic dates, has sworn off love. But then a single email has him questioning everything he thought he knew.
I’ll be honest, I was a little hesitant to read this book. I’ve never read a trans romance before, but I realize now how dumb I was to be nervous.
Sam’s realization about being a trans man just hit me in the gut. I can’t imagine what that must’ve felt like, to finally put into words who you are. And also have the courage to act on it and become their true self.
And Cameron? Ugh I felt so bad for him with those horrible dates. He knows he wants a Daddy to take care of him, but he’s not sure he can trust any man at this point.
I loved their emails and how quickly they opened up to each other- especially adding real life into the mix!
Mercer knows how to write!! I loved how everything just flowed organically and I fell into the story. {They already know how I felt about that certain conflict … in the rain 🤣} I also love how they wrote the love scenes, so natural and beautiful and realistic- I could see it play out and I felt for both of these men.
I found I couldn’t read fast enough to see how their relationship would end up, and when I read the bonus epilogue, I just had a goofy smile on my face.
Overall I really enjoyed Sam and Cameron’s love story, and I can’t wait to continue the series!
June 27, 2024
If you’re looking for a read that tugs at your heartstrings while turning up the heat, dive into Becoming His Perfect Daddy by Lincoln Mercer. This isn't just any book—it’s a beautifully crafted journey of identity, love, and raw emotion that’ll resonate with you long after the last page.
Sam and Cameron, the main characters, truly stand out with their compelling personal struggles and powerful connection. As they navigate their relationship alongside their individual journeys, they create a story that’s as heartfelt as it is inspiring.
The writing? Absolutely top-notch. Mercer delivers a narrative that's rich with deep emotions and fiery scenes that’ll have your Kindle sizzling! It's steamy yet profoundly touching, a perfect blend of heat and heart.
Let's break down what makes this book a must-read:
Main Themes
♥️ T for T Romance, Trans Rep
♥️ Awakening & Identity
♥️ Healing & Comfort
✨ Pen Pals & Unknown Identity
✨ Found Family
Elements of Spice
🔥 Daddy dynamics
🔥 High Heat Levels
🔥 Strict Top/Bottom dynamics
🔥 Domestic Discipline & playful punishments
🔥 Emotional and physical intensity (including light humiliation, spanking, and more)
Lincoln Mercer truly knocks it out of the park with his debut, striking the perfect balance between emotional depth and steamy romance. Whether you’re in it for the touching story or the hot encounters, this book delivers on all fronts. I’m eagerly waiting to see what he writes next. Definitely a gem—10/10, highly recommend!
Sam and Cameron, the main characters, truly stand out with their compelling personal struggles and powerful connection. As they navigate their relationship alongside their individual journeys, they create a story that’s as heartfelt as it is inspiring.
The writing? Absolutely top-notch. Mercer delivers a narrative that's rich with deep emotions and fiery scenes that’ll have your Kindle sizzling! It's steamy yet profoundly touching, a perfect blend of heat and heart.
Let's break down what makes this book a must-read:
Main Themes
♥️ T for T Romance, Trans Rep
♥️ Awakening & Identity
♥️ Healing & Comfort
✨ Pen Pals & Unknown Identity
✨ Found Family
Elements of Spice
🔥 Daddy dynamics
🔥 High Heat Levels
🔥 Strict Top/Bottom dynamics
🔥 Domestic Discipline & playful punishments
🔥 Emotional and physical intensity (including light humiliation, spanking, and more)
Lincoln Mercer truly knocks it out of the park with his debut, striking the perfect balance between emotional depth and steamy romance. Whether you’re in it for the touching story or the hot encounters, this book delivers on all fronts. I’m eagerly waiting to see what he writes next. Definitely a gem—10/10, highly recommend!
May 17, 2024
♥️🔥Becoming His Perfect Daddy // Unlikely Daddies 1 // Lincoln Mercer 🔥♥️
♥️First and things first, READ THIS BOOK!! I’m talking instant favorite. So well written, such a special connection, all the emotion and identity, and light my kindle on fire shmink?? I’m in love! This is such a special, moving, and hot AF story! Like I cannot get over it. I already know these characters are going to stay in mind and thoughts for AWHILE!
🔥I think part of what makes this book so good is the perfect blend of heart and heat ! This is some TOP TIER Daddy shmink with a variety of shminks 🥵. While it’s super steamy, it also has SO MUCH HEART. This is a book about love and also about identity and self acceptance. While both characters are trans men, they face individual obstacles and support each other through their different and shared griefs. Their journeys are beautiful and their love for each other is moving and inspiring. 🔥
I absolutely can’t wait for more from this incredibly talented author. ♥️
♥️ T for T Romance, Trans Rep
🔥Daddy Shmink
✨Indie Author, Fan
♥️ Awakenings, Identity
🔥Mature MCs
✨Pen Pals, Unknown Identity
♥️ All The Hurt Comfort, Healing
🔥 High Heat/ Shmink
✨Found Family
🔥K!nky tags:
Strict Top/ Bottom: Yes.
Daddy Shmink
Praise
Toys
Domestic Discipline & funishments
O Control - 3dging
Needy Greedy Bottom- ALL THE BEGGING
Pleasure Pain
All the 🍒 Play
Light H-miliation
Sp🍑nking
Service
Tears
Role Play
♥️First and things first, READ THIS BOOK!! I’m talking instant favorite. So well written, such a special connection, all the emotion and identity, and light my kindle on fire shmink?? I’m in love! This is such a special, moving, and hot AF story! Like I cannot get over it. I already know these characters are going to stay in mind and thoughts for AWHILE!
🔥I think part of what makes this book so good is the perfect blend of heart and heat ! This is some TOP TIER Daddy shmink with a variety of shminks 🥵. While it’s super steamy, it also has SO MUCH HEART. This is a book about love and also about identity and self acceptance. While both characters are trans men, they face individual obstacles and support each other through their different and shared griefs. Their journeys are beautiful and their love for each other is moving and inspiring. 🔥
I absolutely can’t wait for more from this incredibly talented author. ♥️
♥️ T for T Romance, Trans Rep
🔥Daddy Shmink
✨Indie Author, Fan
♥️ Awakenings, Identity
🔥Mature MCs
✨Pen Pals, Unknown Identity
♥️ All The Hurt Comfort, Healing
🔥 High Heat/ Shmink
✨Found Family
🔥K!nky tags:
Strict Top/ Bottom: Yes.
Daddy Shmink
Praise
Toys
Domestic Discipline & funishments
O Control - 3dging
Needy Greedy Bottom- ALL THE BEGGING
Pleasure Pain
All the 🍒 Play
Light H-miliation
Sp🍑nking
Service
Tears
Role Play
May 18, 2024
I When I saw this book pop up in a Facebook group I knew I needed to read it! Yes I am a straight, Cis, white woman! But I knew DEEP in my soul I needed to read it. Once I started it I could not stop. When I tell you that all I wanted to do was wrap Cameron and Sam in a big weighted blanket and give them both a hug while giving them their comfort foods and watching trashy reality shows I mean it. I am not a crier but this book had me wiping my eyes due to “allergies” and yes that is my story and I am sticking with it…not because of a Christmas phone call Nope not that! 😜 I believe in this couple so much. Love is a beautiful thing. Learning to love you, the real you, is the most wonderful thing in the world but finding the person who loves you with the flaws, scars, mistakes, naivety, experiences and all is really the best thing. I will never not talk about this book. I will buy a physical copy at some point, it needs to be on my bookshelf! Thank you @lincolnmercerbooks for allowing me the privilege to read your amazing book and mean these wonderful men! Honestly sometimes I wish I had Sam’s courage as he navigates loving his true self and the body that is in. Also Trans rights are human rights!!!!!
June 17, 2024
A first read for this author with this book for Cameron and Sam.
A great start as Samantha was eager to get home and read the newest book of their author. At 37 Samantha knew he was just Sam by reading Cameron’s novel.
Cameron, 40, was focused as a Daddy and Boy romance writer, being lonely he wanted his own Daddy. Cam’s romances hadn't been good experiences and he was about done.
I loved how they officially met they're adorable. The second meet is even better, I thought Lady Fate was playing matchmaker and probably was.
The story continues in a fast time line with the character going about their lives still being in contact via email and app messaging.
Sam’s secrets do come out and scenes 🔥heat up between them and the romance. Feelings are complicated for Sam as he was still transforming into who he was. Angst emotions when it came to his family's reactions. This was a gorgeous story that has all the Daddy and boy play that tests Cameron’s willpower to please his Daddy. I enjoyed the insights into an author's mind when it comes to their characters, especially Cam when he struggles.
I really enjoyed the author's writing for this romance. I love reading trans storylines for their emotions and in this one there are two characters in this to love.
A great start as Samantha was eager to get home and read the newest book of their author. At 37 Samantha knew he was just Sam by reading Cameron’s novel.
Cameron, 40, was focused as a Daddy and Boy romance writer, being lonely he wanted his own Daddy. Cam’s romances hadn't been good experiences and he was about done.
I loved how they officially met they're adorable. The second meet is even better, I thought Lady Fate was playing matchmaker and probably was.
The story continues in a fast time line with the character going about their lives still being in contact via email and app messaging.
Sam’s secrets do come out and scenes 🔥heat up between them and the romance. Feelings are complicated for Sam as he was still transforming into who he was. Angst emotions when it came to his family's reactions. This was a gorgeous story that has all the Daddy and boy play that tests Cameron’s willpower to please his Daddy. I enjoyed the insights into an author's mind when it comes to their characters, especially Cam when he struggles.
I really enjoyed the author's writing for this romance. I love reading trans storylines for their emotions and in this one there are two characters in this to love.
March 23, 2025
This story is about self-discovery and trusting others. It is my first read of the Transrightsreadathon 2025.
Sam is very aware that there is something in his life that does not correspond to what it should be. Self-realization comes one day, while reading a book, he sees himself in one of the main characters. At that moment he begins a journey that will lead him to meet Cameron, the author of that book. It all starts through emails and chance encounters. He will also discover that he is a Daddy.
Cameron is an author of romance books whose love life is a real drama, he suffers from anxiety (I understand you, it's hard to live with it). After a horrific date, he gives up on finding his Daddy, until he meets Sam.
I liked it, mostly because there are a couple of aspects that touched my soul. Living with anxiety is not easy, you don't realize that you push people away, you don't realize that in order not to suffer you deny yourself things and feelings.
It's never too late to figure things out, it's never too late to find love, it's never too late to seek help for mental health issues.
Looking forward to reading the next book, which looks like it will be about Cameron's best friend and a certain mature waiter.
Sam is very aware that there is something in his life that does not correspond to what it should be. Self-realization comes one day, while reading a book, he sees himself in one of the main characters. At that moment he begins a journey that will lead him to meet Cameron, the author of that book. It all starts through emails and chance encounters. He will also discover that he is a Daddy.
Cameron is an author of romance books whose love life is a real drama, he suffers from anxiety (I understand you, it's hard to live with it). After a horrific date, he gives up on finding his Daddy, until he meets Sam.
I liked it, mostly because there are a couple of aspects that touched my soul. Living with anxiety is not easy, you don't realize that you push people away, you don't realize that in order not to suffer you deny yourself things and feelings.
It's never too late to figure things out, it's never too late to find love, it's never too late to seek help for mental health issues.
Looking forward to reading the next book, which looks like it will be about Cameron's best friend and a certain mature waiter.
March 30, 2025
Lincoln Mercer is an own voice author who has written a perfectly spectacular T4T love story that takes readers on an emotional journey. Cameron and Sam are at different points in their transitions, both physically and emotionally. But their paths cross at just the right time if they'll just allow each other in.
Is this story deliciously spicy? Absolutely! Just the title clues readers in to some kink and fun times. But Lincoln gives readers so much more than heat. These themes and scenes are written with care and a level of authentic desire for Sam and Cameron's love story to be told with the respect and compassion it deserves.
Woven deeply into each man's transition is their acknowledgement of mental health support needed and the love and care of their support systems. Not going through major life changes alone, and realizing that taking care of mental health is a forever thing is a wonderful message all readers can take away from this beautiful story.
If you are ready for a transformative love story filled with self discovery, friendship, love, and plenty of swoony spice, get this book!
Open door spice level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🫑 (4.5/5)
Is this story deliciously spicy? Absolutely! Just the title clues readers in to some kink and fun times. But Lincoln gives readers so much more than heat. These themes and scenes are written with care and a level of authentic desire for Sam and Cameron's love story to be told with the respect and compassion it deserves.
Woven deeply into each man's transition is their acknowledgement of mental health support needed and the love and care of their support systems. Not going through major life changes alone, and realizing that taking care of mental health is a forever thing is a wonderful message all readers can take away from this beautiful story.
If you are ready for a transformative love story filled with self discovery, friendship, love, and plenty of swoony spice, get this book!
Open door spice level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🫑 (4.5/5)
May 17, 2024
Reading a book can sometimes change a person's life and in Sam's case his life changed so dramatically it can only be described as mega, mega dramatic. Not only does he learn some things that put jigsaw pieces in place that have been missing for his life, but the discovery sends him on a path that is not only dramatic, but scary and so different to anything he could have ever thought.
This is a book dealing with gender change, transitioning from one gender to another. It is written with openness and honesty. It is emotional and opened a whole new world for me as a reader. Taking me into the "back room" of gender change - the psychology, the mixed emotions, dealing with family and friends, not to mention the public in general. Also finding out about the author as well and learning that there is a lot more to that author that also impacts Sam's life in ways he never thought possible.
Lincoln Mercer is a new author to me and I am really impressed with him as an author. I hope I get the opportunity to read more from him.
This is a book dealing with gender change, transitioning from one gender to another. It is written with openness and honesty. It is emotional and opened a whole new world for me as a reader. Taking me into the "back room" of gender change - the psychology, the mixed emotions, dealing with family and friends, not to mention the public in general. Also finding out about the author as well and learning that there is a lot more to that author that also impacts Sam's life in ways he never thought possible.
Lincoln Mercer is a new author to me and I am really impressed with him as an author. I hope I get the opportunity to read more from him.
May 21, 2024
What an honor to read this book. Honestly, reading Sam & Cameron’s story, it felt like I was peeking into someone’s life in such a realistic and emotional manner. I love that we get two different perspectives of their stories - Sam, at the beginning of his transition, and Cameron, 10 years in. Lincoln brings such an intimate look into both of their lives, while still delivering a story full of laughter, comfort, learning, and growth.
Some of this book wasn’t for me - I’m not a fan of humiliation k!nk, or org@sm control. But hoooooolllyyyy hell this spice is HOT in here. Sam becoming his true Daddy self is a fantastic journey to follow, and definitely keep a fan (or a wand *wink*) nearby to help you cool down.
Pick up if you love:
People living their truth
Daddy/Boy Dynamics, and everything that entails
Hurt/Comfort
Therapy Rep
Writer/Fan Relationships
Anonymous Texting turns into More
Dirty. Freaking. Talk.
Some of this book wasn’t for me - I’m not a fan of humiliation k!nk, or org@sm control. But hoooooolllyyyy hell this spice is HOT in here. Sam becoming his true Daddy self is a fantastic journey to follow, and definitely keep a fan (or a wand *wink*) nearby to help you cool down.
Pick up if you love:
People living their truth
Daddy/Boy Dynamics, and everything that entails
Hurt/Comfort
Therapy Rep
Writer/Fan Relationships
Anonymous Texting turns into More
Dirty. Freaking. Talk.
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