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Espen Jetties #2
Breaking Through the Bond
Two teammates whose lives were intertwined. For Kingston Walker and Hayes Garner, they lived and breathed hockey while also spending their free time together off the ice.
Hayes feared the day King found the person of his dreams, leaving Hayes alone wishing things were different. When King brought home Jamie Deary, Hayes knew everything was about to change.
Most people believed Jamie was a trust fund baby with no future. Late nights, parties, he lived the playboy lifestyle. With a successful father and a famous brother, Jamie constantly lived in their shadows.
King’s heart was torn in two. He loved his best friend, but now he had Jamie in his life; he couldn’t give either of them up.
Breaking through the bond between Hayes and King wouldn’t be easy. Maybe by the time all was said and done, the bond wouldn’t be broken, but reformed to include all three of them.
Hayes feared the day King found the person of his dreams, leaving Hayes alone wishing things were different. When King brought home Jamie Deary, Hayes knew everything was about to change.
Most people believed Jamie was a trust fund baby with no future. Late nights, parties, he lived the playboy lifestyle. With a successful father and a famous brother, Jamie constantly lived in their shadows.
King’s heart was torn in two. He loved his best friend, but now he had Jamie in his life; he couldn’t give either of them up.
Breaking through the bond between Hayes and King wouldn’t be easy. Maybe by the time all was said and done, the bond wouldn’t be broken, but reformed to include all three of them.
355 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 24, 2024
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Haven Hadley
10 books65 followersHaven Hadley is romance writing duo Rebecca Brooke and Michelle Dare. After being friends for years, they decided to venture together into the genre they both loved to read—M/M. Slow burn, sexy, angst-filled stories are their favorite. Both are wives and moms who love dogs, the beach, and baseball, even if they root for rival teams. With every Haven Hadley book, you’ll get stories filled with emotion, romance, hot scenes, and a happily ever after.
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October 24, 2024
**4.5**
I really enjoyed this MMM romance. Best friends, roommates and teammates, King and Hayes, do most things together and have done for several years. King is outgoing, social, the life of the party, whereas Hayes would much prefer a quiet night in with some friends, or even just with Hayes.
King hooking up with Jamie changes everything, for them all. King and Jamie both feel a strong connection and chemistry straight away, a new thing for them both who deal in one night only hook-ups. As they start to build something, Hayes finds himself experiencing new feelings for the first time - jealousy, loneliness, attraction to his best friend.
It becomes a rollercoaster of emotions for all three men who have to navigate, not only their own feelings and opinions, but two others as well. I thought it was well written from each character's POV, with time given to each man to go through what they were feeling and thinking. Along with the upkeep for King and Hayes to keep on top of their fitness during the hockey off-season, Jamie has issues regarding his professional life, firstly with an egotistical boss and then with a father who believes he knows best.
There's also a great cast of characters, many of the team that King and Hayes play for, along with Jamie's brother, Tim, who happens to be owner of another team in the city's sporting world.
A highly recommended read and I'm looking forward to Jensen's story to see how he can turn things around.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
I really enjoyed this MMM romance. Best friends, roommates and teammates, King and Hayes, do most things together and have done for several years. King is outgoing, social, the life of the party, whereas Hayes would much prefer a quiet night in with some friends, or even just with Hayes.
King hooking up with Jamie changes everything, for them all. King and Jamie both feel a strong connection and chemistry straight away, a new thing for them both who deal in one night only hook-ups. As they start to build something, Hayes finds himself experiencing new feelings for the first time - jealousy, loneliness, attraction to his best friend.
It becomes a rollercoaster of emotions for all three men who have to navigate, not only their own feelings and opinions, but two others as well. I thought it was well written from each character's POV, with time given to each man to go through what they were feeling and thinking. Along with the upkeep for King and Hayes to keep on top of their fitness during the hockey off-season, Jamie has issues regarding his professional life, firstly with an egotistical boss and then with a father who believes he knows best.
There's also a great cast of characters, many of the team that King and Hayes play for, along with Jamie's brother, Tim, who happens to be owner of another team in the city's sporting world.
A highly recommended read and I'm looking forward to Jensen's story to see how he can turn things around.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
November 20, 2024
“Breaking Through the Bond” is the second book in the “Espen Jetties Series.” This is a MMM sports romance book. King and Hayes are both hockey players with the Epson Jetties, they are best friends, teammates and roommates. They are polar opposites, Hayes likes a quiet night at home, whereas King likes to be the center of attention and party. They balance each other - platonically.
On a night out, King meets Jamie and breaks all his rules - brings him home, exchanges phone numbers and he stays the night. Both normally only have one night hookups, but they both feel the connection. Could this relationship be more? As the relationship develops between King and Jamie, Hayes starts to develop feelings that he has never felt before - he is attracted to his best friend, physically. King notices that Hayes is becoming distant and he is concerned. Hayes will not open up to him. Until he finally admits his feelings towards King ….
“I shook my head. “No, King. It’s you.” I swallowed what felt like a boulder in my throat. “It’s you I have feelings for.”
I literally heard the rush of air leave his mouth. He sat there stunned, lips parted, not blinking once.
“What?” he whispered.
Ducking my head, I repeated quietly, “It’s you.”
King opens up and admits to Hayes …. “I have loved you for so long, Hayes. But I knew you were straight and didn’t feel that way about me, so I locked that shit down and moved on. I couldn’t have you, but I could have someone else.” And I did. With the odds of finding someone else against me, I found Jamie.”
Now the situation gets complicated as King has two men that love him and he loves them back in different ways - he wants them both! Jamie - “Every time I looked at him, my breath got knocked from my lungs. He was gorgeous. I was slowly getting to know Jamie, the real one not many saw. Understood the way he ticked.” Hayes - “My beautiful best friend …. He was so special. A gift in my life. I’d loved him from afar, never breathing a word about my feelings for him to anyone until today. Until now.”
Can the three of them make it work - all together! Will Hayes and Jamie feel the same way towards each other as he feels towards them? Though outside the norms of conventional relationships, can they work as threesome? You will fall in love with King, Hayes and Jamie as they explore each other emotionally and sexually, hoping that everything with work out for them and if they have a future together. Each bring their own individuality to the relationship - Hayes is quiet and likes to be in control, King is outgoing and likes to be the centre of attention and party, Jamie likes to go out but has a hidden side. Together, they complement each other and tie the relationship together. To be quite honest, you will not be able to put this book down. Overall, I would highly recommend this book and you will not be disappointed 😊
On a night out, King meets Jamie and breaks all his rules - brings him home, exchanges phone numbers and he stays the night. Both normally only have one night hookups, but they both feel the connection. Could this relationship be more? As the relationship develops between King and Jamie, Hayes starts to develop feelings that he has never felt before - he is attracted to his best friend, physically. King notices that Hayes is becoming distant and he is concerned. Hayes will not open up to him. Until he finally admits his feelings towards King ….
“I shook my head. “No, King. It’s you.” I swallowed what felt like a boulder in my throat. “It’s you I have feelings for.”
I literally heard the rush of air leave his mouth. He sat there stunned, lips parted, not blinking once.
“What?” he whispered.
Ducking my head, I repeated quietly, “It’s you.”
King opens up and admits to Hayes …. “I have loved you for so long, Hayes. But I knew you were straight and didn’t feel that way about me, so I locked that shit down and moved on. I couldn’t have you, but I could have someone else.” And I did. With the odds of finding someone else against me, I found Jamie.”
Now the situation gets complicated as King has two men that love him and he loves them back in different ways - he wants them both! Jamie - “Every time I looked at him, my breath got knocked from my lungs. He was gorgeous. I was slowly getting to know Jamie, the real one not many saw. Understood the way he ticked.” Hayes - “My beautiful best friend …. He was so special. A gift in my life. I’d loved him from afar, never breathing a word about my feelings for him to anyone until today. Until now.”
Can the three of them make it work - all together! Will Hayes and Jamie feel the same way towards each other as he feels towards them? Though outside the norms of conventional relationships, can they work as threesome? You will fall in love with King, Hayes and Jamie as they explore each other emotionally and sexually, hoping that everything with work out for them and if they have a future together. Each bring their own individuality to the relationship - Hayes is quiet and likes to be in control, King is outgoing and likes to be the centre of attention and party, Jamie likes to go out but has a hidden side. Together, they complement each other and tie the relationship together. To be quite honest, you will not be able to put this book down. Overall, I would highly recommend this book and you will not be disappointed 😊
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October 28, 2024Best friends & roommates who have been pining for each other get a chance to explore their relationship after realizing that as much as they want each other, they also want a relationship with King's new boyfriend...
This book combines instant attraction with a simmering romance that has been waiting to explode since book 1 (although the book can easily be read standalone if you are just looking for a steamy low angst MMM story). While there is some negotiation of the relationship, it's pretty smooth sailing and lets the three men explore during the hockey off season, where there's little relationship friction. It was a fun and steamy read.
This book combines instant attraction with a simmering romance that has been waiting to explode since book 1 (although the book can easily be read standalone if you are just looking for a steamy low angst MMM story). While there is some negotiation of the relationship, it's pretty smooth sailing and lets the three men explore during the hockey off season, where there's little relationship friction. It was a fun and steamy read.
October 26, 2024
I enjoyed this book. I felt like the relationship was balanced between all three men and I loved getting to see them grow closer. The sports piece doesn’t play a huge role in the book and there is a wide cast of characters. It would probably be helpful to have read some of the other books and know more about the side characters, but it wasn’t totally necessary. I’m definitely interested enough to go back and read some of those books now that I’ve read this one!
I received an ARC of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review.
I received an ARC of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review.
October 24, 2024
Wow, what a journey! Breaking Through the Bond, the second book in the Espen Jetties series by Haven Hadley, is a beautifully crafted tale of love, friendship, and the complexities of relationships. From the moment I dove into Kingston Walker and Hayes Garner’s world, I felt like I was stepping into the icy rink with them, feeling their passion for hockey and the depth of their connection off the ice.
Hayes's struggle with his feelings for King is incredibly relatable. The anxiety of watching someone you love find happiness with someone else is a feeling I know all too well, and Hadley captures it perfectly. Hayes is a character I found myself rooting for—his vulnerability and longing make him feel so real. When King brings home Jamie Deary, the dynamic shifts dramatically, and I could practically feel the tension rising.
Jamie, on the surface, seems like the typical party boy with a privileged background. Still, Hadley does an excellent job of peeling back the layers to reveal the pressures he faces living in the shadow of his successful family. I found myself drawn to his character more than I expected. His interactions with both Hayes and King are charged with emotion, and you can sense the potential for something more.
The love triangle is executed with such finesse. It’s not just about rivalry; it’s about understanding and redefining relationships. King is caught in a whirlwind of emotions, loving both Hayes and Jamie in different ways. Watching him navigate these feelings was both heartbreaking and exhilarating. The way Hadley intertwines their lives, showcasing their struggles, joys, and the bonds they share, had me glued to the pages.
The theme of breaking and reforming bonds is explored beautifully. I loved how the story didn’t just focus on the potential for heartbreak but also on the possibility of building something stronger together. The emotional depth of this book is impressive, and I found myself laughing, crying, and cheering for these characters as they tried to figure out their complicated love.
Hadley’s writing is engaging and immersive, making it easy to lose track of time while reading. The pacing felt just right, with a perfect balance of hockey action and intimate moments that had my heart racing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Hayes's struggle with his feelings for King is incredibly relatable. The anxiety of watching someone you love find happiness with someone else is a feeling I know all too well, and Hadley captures it perfectly. Hayes is a character I found myself rooting for—his vulnerability and longing make him feel so real. When King brings home Jamie Deary, the dynamic shifts dramatically, and I could practically feel the tension rising.
Jamie, on the surface, seems like the typical party boy with a privileged background. Still, Hadley does an excellent job of peeling back the layers to reveal the pressures he faces living in the shadow of his successful family. I found myself drawn to his character more than I expected. His interactions with both Hayes and King are charged with emotion, and you can sense the potential for something more.
The love triangle is executed with such finesse. It’s not just about rivalry; it’s about understanding and redefining relationships. King is caught in a whirlwind of emotions, loving both Hayes and Jamie in different ways. Watching him navigate these feelings was both heartbreaking and exhilarating. The way Hadley intertwines their lives, showcasing their struggles, joys, and the bonds they share, had me glued to the pages.
The theme of breaking and reforming bonds is explored beautifully. I loved how the story didn’t just focus on the potential for heartbreak but also on the possibility of building something stronger together. The emotional depth of this book is impressive, and I found myself laughing, crying, and cheering for these characters as they tried to figure out their complicated love.
Hadley’s writing is engaging and immersive, making it easy to lose track of time while reading. The pacing felt just right, with a perfect balance of hockey action and intimate moments that had my heart racing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 6, 2024
This story picks up where Devon and Lincoln’s left off – with the Jetties fighting for the Cup. They win, and this story rolls along during the off-season. Kingston and Hayes are teammates and bffs who live together. Hayes is the quiet one not needing or wanting the spotlight, and King is the more outgoing attention seeker. King is pretty open about his sexuality and has pushed his crush on Jamie aside, since Hayes believes he is straight when this story gets going. But, when King meets Jamie, things all change and Hayes is forced to take a closer look at his feelings for King.
You get the feeling early on where this story will go, you just have to wait a bit for the logistics to work themselves out. They go through a few bumps of who loves who and self-sacrificing for the other two by Jamie and Hayes with King left hanging, but King is successful fairly quickly in seeing the solution and then getting the others on board. They clearly all have great chemistry and it’s easy to see how they all work so well together. They each bring a piece of the puzzle to the relationship. I loved how they were able to foresee issues, such as Hayes and King’s schedules with the new season. Jamie has a few issues surrounding his actual career and his father’s expectations, but with the help of his men, he is able to stand firm against his father and really go after his dreams.
All in all, I really enjoyed this story. Looks like Jansen is up next, and I already have that one on my list. There isn’t much actual hockey played in this installment, as the guys are still in the offseason, but as this relationship was a bit more complicated than most, it felt right to give that more attention.
Review written for Love Bytes Reviews.
October 28, 2024
This is the second book in the Espen Jetties series, and while it’s connected to the first, it can absolutely be enjoyed as a standalone. This time, we dive into the story of Kingston Walker, Hayes Garner, and Jamie Deary.
King and Hayes are both professional hockey players, roommates, and best friends with a deep bond forged on and off the ice. When Hayes lost his mum—the only family he had—King’s family took him in as one of their own, becoming his second family. While King is outgoing and thrives in the spotlight, Hayes is quieter, content to stay behind the scenes.
One night, King goes out and meets Jamie. Sparks fly immediately, and the chemistry between them is undeniable. As their connection deepens, Hayes is thrilled for his friend, but it brings up feelings of uncertainty for him. What does he want for himself? As he sees King moving forward with Jamie, Hayes starts realising he doesn’t want to be left behind and feels a pull toward both of them. When King refuses to let go of either one, they face the question: can the three of them create a new kind of relationship together?
This story unfolds beautifully, and it’s written with such ease that it’s a pleasure to read. Watching these three navigate their feelings and form a genuine bond is both heartfelt and real. Once King, Hayes, and Jamie are finally open and honest, their relationship begins to flourish in unexpected ways. The way King and Hayes rally around Jamie, supporting him through the ups and downs of his career, adds a lovely layer of loyalty and devotion to the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed seeing their journey, and I can’t wait for the next instalment in the Espen Jetties series. This trio’s story is one you’ll want to linger in long after the last page.
King and Hayes are both professional hockey players, roommates, and best friends with a deep bond forged on and off the ice. When Hayes lost his mum—the only family he had—King’s family took him in as one of their own, becoming his second family. While King is outgoing and thrives in the spotlight, Hayes is quieter, content to stay behind the scenes.
One night, King goes out and meets Jamie. Sparks fly immediately, and the chemistry between them is undeniable. As their connection deepens, Hayes is thrilled for his friend, but it brings up feelings of uncertainty for him. What does he want for himself? As he sees King moving forward with Jamie, Hayes starts realising he doesn’t want to be left behind and feels a pull toward both of them. When King refuses to let go of either one, they face the question: can the three of them create a new kind of relationship together?
This story unfolds beautifully, and it’s written with such ease that it’s a pleasure to read. Watching these three navigate their feelings and form a genuine bond is both heartfelt and real. Once King, Hayes, and Jamie are finally open and honest, their relationship begins to flourish in unexpected ways. The way King and Hayes rally around Jamie, supporting him through the ups and downs of his career, adds a lovely layer of loyalty and devotion to the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed seeing their journey, and I can’t wait for the next instalment in the Espen Jetties series. This trio’s story is one you’ll want to linger in long after the last page.
October 30, 2024
I really enjoyed this book and liked King when he was mentioned in Breaking Through the Pain.
King is a full of life character, living with his best friend Hayes. He has always had a crush on Hayes but their friendship was more important. Seeing what Devon has wants King wanting more but as a bit of a player he meets Jamie at a club and they click.
Jamie had a lot of secrets, but due to family pressure, he outs up a lot of barriers and only shows the face he wants every one to see, the one who loves to party.
Hayes, King's best friend only has King and hockey in his life, opposite to King, he likes spending time at home.
I really enjoyed how the MMM wasn't rushed and we follow King has he starts his relationship with Jamie. Watching Hayes struggle as he realises he has got feelings for King and I could connect to Hayes as he thinks he is not only losing his best friend but the only stable thing in his life.
Whilst there was a few bumps in the navigation of their relationship mainly thanks to an outside source, them getting together went pretty well. Watching Jamie and Hayes bonding slowly growing closer together. hearing Jamie and Hayes opening up with what was troubling them. Some of the best side characters were King's family. I love reading about a large loud family and how welcoming they were and if there is a story about King's little brother I would love this as I am curious about his boyfriend.
This is a good addition to the series and I am looking forward to what follows
King is a full of life character, living with his best friend Hayes. He has always had a crush on Hayes but their friendship was more important. Seeing what Devon has wants King wanting more but as a bit of a player he meets Jamie at a club and they click.
Jamie had a lot of secrets, but due to family pressure, he outs up a lot of barriers and only shows the face he wants every one to see, the one who loves to party.
Hayes, King's best friend only has King and hockey in his life, opposite to King, he likes spending time at home.
I really enjoyed how the MMM wasn't rushed and we follow King has he starts his relationship with Jamie. Watching Hayes struggle as he realises he has got feelings for King and I could connect to Hayes as he thinks he is not only losing his best friend but the only stable thing in his life.
Whilst there was a few bumps in the navigation of their relationship mainly thanks to an outside source, them getting together went pretty well. Watching Jamie and Hayes bonding slowly growing closer together. hearing Jamie and Hayes opening up with what was troubling them. Some of the best side characters were King's family. I love reading about a large loud family and how welcoming they were and if there is a story about King's little brother I would love this as I am curious about his boyfriend.
This is a good addition to the series and I am looking forward to what follows
October 30, 2024
This is the 2nd book in the Espen Jetties series featuring the beautifully written complex slow-burn romance full of friendship, hockey and relationships. Hayes and Kingston are not just teammates on their hockey team they are also best friends and roommates. Their friendship is special and unique and Hayes worries about what will happen to their relationship when King finds his forever he won't have time for Hayes anymore and he won't be in his life. King meets Jamie at a bar and he brings him home and they start hanging out which brings out mixed emotions in Hayes. Jamie comes from a privileged family he went to the bar where he met King after a fight with his brother. He knew when he met King that he'd found his one yet he doesn't tell King who he really is. King loves the limelight and he's not afraid of the cameras yet Hayes is the total opposite he's happy to stay home and Jamie is more at home on the computer doing code but his father doesn't accept that he has bigger plans for his son. With King and Jamie spending so much time together Hayes starts questioning everything he thought he knew about himself. How do three such different people come together amidst their confusion and their feelings of wanting to make each other happy? You really need to read this beautifully written complex slow-burn romance full of friendship, hockey and relationships to see what happens. I would recommend reading this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 17, 2024
I love MMM romance especially ones that have hot men. I am so happy that King, Hayes, and Jamie found each other. There are insecurities between each of these men but they work it out in the end.
King is a hot hockey player that isn't afraid to show and talk about his sexuality. He loves the limelight and is front and center when cameras are involved. He is carefree and doesn't care what people think about him. He meets Jamie and the chemistry is there.
Hayes is another hot hockey player that is roommates and best friends with King. He doesn't have family but King's family has made him their own. He is more subdued and doesn't really go out much. He is more of a laid back guy that is fine being indoors playing video games. He is straight but when King and Jamie are together, he starts to wonder about his sexuality.
Jamie is not a public person. He is a tech guy that loves technology and loves to code. He doesn't have social media and loves to go clubbing and picking up men. When he meets King, he realizes that King is the one and doesn't want to let him go. But add Hayes to the mix and it's a throuple that is full of love, compassion and hot scenes.
I really enjoyed this book and the men in it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
King is a hot hockey player that isn't afraid to show and talk about his sexuality. He loves the limelight and is front and center when cameras are involved. He is carefree and doesn't care what people think about him. He meets Jamie and the chemistry is there.
Hayes is another hot hockey player that is roommates and best friends with King. He doesn't have family but King's family has made him their own. He is more subdued and doesn't really go out much. He is more of a laid back guy that is fine being indoors playing video games. He is straight but when King and Jamie are together, he starts to wonder about his sexuality.
Jamie is not a public person. He is a tech guy that loves technology and loves to code. He doesn't have social media and loves to go clubbing and picking up men. When he meets King, he realizes that King is the one and doesn't want to let him go. But add Hayes to the mix and it's a throuple that is full of love, compassion and hot scenes.
I really enjoyed this book and the men in it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 21, 2024
Two teammates, housemates and best friends. King and Hayes. Their friendship is unique! And then King meets Jamie and the dynamics start to swift… Change is on its way, realizations start knocking and we get three beautiful people so confused and ready to sacrifice what they have in order to make the others happy. But what about themselves? A bi-awakening, a love that shifts into something deeper beyond friendship and there’s the “new” guy as well…
“You said it yourself. You can’t help who you love, and it always hits you out of nowhere”
King, Hayes and Jamie were killing me almost to the end… Yes, they get their HEA but, oh my, they had to go on an emotional rollercoaster ride and they took me with them…
I absolutely loved their story! It has it all!
“One step at a time”
“Breaking through the Bond” is book 2 in the “Espen Jetties” series. It can be read as a standalone but I personally prefer to read my books in order. This book will be out in a couple of days so get ready! And me? I’m already counting the days for Jansen’s story…
Thank you Haven Hadley for trusting me with an ARC of this story!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
“You said it yourself. You can’t help who you love, and it always hits you out of nowhere”
King, Hayes and Jamie were killing me almost to the end… Yes, they get their HEA but, oh my, they had to go on an emotional rollercoaster ride and they took me with them…
I absolutely loved their story! It has it all!
“One step at a time”
“Breaking through the Bond” is book 2 in the “Espen Jetties” series. It can be read as a standalone but I personally prefer to read my books in order. This book will be out in a couple of days so get ready! And me? I’m already counting the days for Jansen’s story…
Thank you Haven Hadley for trusting me with an ARC of this story!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 24, 2024
This is the second book in the Espen Jetties series and it can be enjoyed as a standalone. This is the story of Kingston Walker, Hayes Garner and Jamie Deary. Both King and Hayes are professional hockey players. They are roommates and best friends. When Hayes lost his mom and only family, King's family stepped up and included Hayes into their own family. While King is outgoing and loves the spotlight, Hayes is more quiet and more comfortable in the background. One night King goes out and meet Jamie. Sparks instantly fly and an immediate connection is formed. While Hayes is happy for his best friend, it triggers some soul searching on his part as to what he really wants out of life. Suddenly there is two sets of two and King isn't willing to let either one of them go. Can they merge into a group of three? This is their story. It is well written and easy to read. I loved watching their relationships develop. Once all three of them were totally honest with each other, the relationship started to grow. I liked how both Hayes and King were there to support Jamie with his career challenges and dream. I look forward to the next book in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 16, 2024
Hayes and King were roommates and played hockey on the same team together Hayes is dreading the day that King will find the person he loves because he will loose his best friend forever. King and Jamie got together after Jamie had gone to the bar after having a fight with his brother and wanted more but Jamie hadn’t told King who he was and didn’t like being under the spotlight which King loved. Jamie likes working not living off his trust fund but his father keeps pushing for him to buy a company and be a CEO of it or his father thinks he isn’t doing anything right. After a date King’s boss asks Jamie why he wasn’t in his brother’s box at the rink and then King finds out who he is but he talks to King that he isn’t the same as his brother. Hayes is upset that King has found someone and won’t see him as much anymore and that Jamie will take King away from him then he tells King how he feels but King and goes out and gets drunk then a friend’s house. King loves both of them and doesn’t want to give either one up so they talk and decide to be together.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 3, 2024
'What did one straight, newly bi guy, plus one gay but very private guy, plus one bi very out there and didn’t give a f--- who saw him guy equal? A big disaster, that was what.'
I really loved this book. I absolutely loved Hayes, King, and Jamie. Hayes and King have such a strong bond. I loved the banter between them, and Hayes found himself more drawn to King than he'd ought to be since he'd always been straight. But King meeting Jamie and falling for him is exactly what Hayes had been dreading- the day King would meet someone and end up pushed out of King's life. I liked the dynamic between them once Jamie was in the picture. I liked that Hayes did like Jamie, but was pulling away from King because he didn't want to lose him or mess up their relationship. Jamie was really sweet and understanding and had his own stuff to deal with. Once King knew the truth about Hayes' feelings- the best friend he'd always been in love with- and now being in love with Jamie, what was he going to do? I was so hooked to this story and there were a lot of emotions these guys were feeling. I've only read one other book by this author but clearly I need to read a lot more! 5 stars.
I really loved this book. I absolutely loved Hayes, King, and Jamie. Hayes and King have such a strong bond. I loved the banter between them, and Hayes found himself more drawn to King than he'd ought to be since he'd always been straight. But King meeting Jamie and falling for him is exactly what Hayes had been dreading- the day King would meet someone and end up pushed out of King's life. I liked the dynamic between them once Jamie was in the picture. I liked that Hayes did like Jamie, but was pulling away from King because he didn't want to lose him or mess up their relationship. Jamie was really sweet and understanding and had his own stuff to deal with. Once King knew the truth about Hayes' feelings- the best friend he'd always been in love with- and now being in love with Jamie, what was he going to do? I was so hooked to this story and there were a lot of emotions these guys were feeling. I've only read one other book by this author but clearly I need to read a lot more! 5 stars.
January 12, 2025
Eh. Had higger hopes. Something just... Wasn't interesting 😅. The timing aka the reason for a poly relationship to form "naturally" instead of it being a choice is tricky and this one was a bit sus but the pattern just continued - there wasn't anything really wrong but nothing right either. There was plenty of acceptance ( remember the books where coming out was akin to career suicide?) but it felt like every other couple was gay which is the other end of the spectrum I am not super fond of. (Is this some part of a bigger universe so we have to include previous couple, not just the one?) Jamie and his career path/troubles felt really plot-forced, which you can see especially with the timing. It didn't make sense, it was added to add (outside) tension and to give him some personality (trait?) and to contrast with his "genius". Probably the only thing nice I can say is the slow burn. Relationship is work, hard work, even, which books don't always acknowledge, sometimes they just gloss over it so seeing the signs they are actively developing their individual relationships was nice. So no, nothing (too) wrong with this book but for a hockey gay trouple romance, it didn't impress me.
October 14, 2024
I really loved the first Espen Jetties book and normally MMM is a pairing I enjoy reading.
But unfortunately this book fell flat to what the blurb promised and what I know the authors normally can deliver.
It's a quite slow burn until all three men are on the same level, a lot of back and forth, pinning, pulling, lots of individual thoughts to a point where I hoped they just would get their acts together.
I struggled feeling chemistry until fairly late in the book. These three are very different personalities and while I can see how they balance each other, in the beginning they felt too different to make me see them as a throuple.
My biggest issue though is Jamie's professional life. I just can't see it, a hightly intelligent man, too stuborn for 20 years to do something about his job? With his background and money? Nope, that just doesn't work for me.
The book plays during off-season, so there is no acutal hockey scenes. A bit of a shame as I love how authors describe the teams and how they work together and support each other.
But unfortunately this book fell flat to what the blurb promised and what I know the authors normally can deliver.
It's a quite slow burn until all three men are on the same level, a lot of back and forth, pinning, pulling, lots of individual thoughts to a point where I hoped they just would get their acts together.
I struggled feeling chemistry until fairly late in the book. These three are very different personalities and while I can see how they balance each other, in the beginning they felt too different to make me see them as a throuple.
My biggest issue though is Jamie's professional life. I just can't see it, a hightly intelligent man, too stuborn for 20 years to do something about his job? With his background and money? Nope, that just doesn't work for me.
The book plays during off-season, so there is no acutal hockey scenes. A bit of a shame as I love how authors describe the teams and how they work together and support each other.
October 27, 2024
4.5 stars
The story of Kingston, Hayes and Jamie is set up very well in the blurb. You have two guys who like to party, not looking for a relationship, one guy who isn’t into parties that wants a relationship, one that’s been in love with his best friend for years, one bi-awakening, found family, family problems, hockey, and Molly. The phrase “it’s complicated” sure fits here, but the journey from point a to point z is interesting and entertaining. There were times I wanted to yank Jamie out of the book, shake him, and tell him to stand up for himself and be more forceful, then tell all three to quit hiding things and communicate, but hey, they’re men, and communication isn’t always high on the relationship list. Eventually things worked out, and three is better than two or one, so all is well at the end. Great characters to love, then mentally scream at, some emotional moments with laughter and tears, a very creative home system, and lots of very steamy encounters made for a great read.
The story of Kingston, Hayes and Jamie is set up very well in the blurb. You have two guys who like to party, not looking for a relationship, one guy who isn’t into parties that wants a relationship, one that’s been in love with his best friend for years, one bi-awakening, found family, family problems, hockey, and Molly. The phrase “it’s complicated” sure fits here, but the journey from point a to point z is interesting and entertaining. There were times I wanted to yank Jamie out of the book, shake him, and tell him to stand up for himself and be more forceful, then tell all three to quit hiding things and communicate, but hey, they’re men, and communication isn’t always high on the relationship list. Eventually things worked out, and three is better than two or one, so all is well at the end. Great characters to love, then mentally scream at, some emotional moments with laughter and tears, a very creative home system, and lots of very steamy encounters made for a great read.
October 22, 2024
Emperors, Darcy, divining rod, Molly, DP, Sandpipers, leather cord
I could tell this is a MMM romance from the way the Table of Contents is setup, as I didn't know it was about a throuple.
Much to my surprise and delight I enjoyed the story immensely. The characters are equally delightful. King (one of the Ms) cracks me up. So did the Walkers, King's family. Hayes Garner's (another M) back story is sad and heartbreaking. Both of these MCs are pro hockey teammates. The third M is Jamie Deary who has the most angst in the form of his demanding and overbearing father. Jamie subjects himself to a job doesn't need or enjoy. His boss belittles others, and is a clueless mega-butthole. Jamie is actually a tech genius.
Because the imagery is wildly descriptive, it is easily imagined. The story is that well-written and flows well. But it's a long read. I recommend it.
I could tell this is a MMM romance from the way the Table of Contents is setup, as I didn't know it was about a throuple.
Much to my surprise and delight I enjoyed the story immensely. The characters are equally delightful. King (one of the Ms) cracks me up. So did the Walkers, King's family. Hayes Garner's (another M) back story is sad and heartbreaking. Both of these MCs are pro hockey teammates. The third M is Jamie Deary who has the most angst in the form of his demanding and overbearing father. Jamie subjects himself to a job doesn't need or enjoy. His boss belittles others, and is a clueless mega-butthole. Jamie is actually a tech genius.
Because the imagery is wildly descriptive, it is easily imagined. The story is that well-written and flows well. But it's a long read. I recommend it.
October 22, 2024
I want to start by stating that MMM isn't something I gravitate towards. I have nothing against it but for me its a bit harder to immerse into when I don't think I could ever be someone that shares. That being said it in no way hindered my enjoyment of Haven Hadley's latest addition to the Espen Jetties. My love of hockey trumps all others.
Hadley did a great job with the merger of the three MCs and giving narration from each of their perspectives. I always try and find someone whether it's an MC or a supporting character that I can identify with and this one was no different. I am all in on Hayes and his way of overthinking how he never has enough to give and doesn't feel anyone wants him around to bring down the group.
If you're into MMM this is definitely for you, if not, give it a try anyway, the supporting characters are great and the story line is believable.
Hadley did a great job with the merger of the three MCs and giving narration from each of their perspectives. I always try and find someone whether it's an MC or a supporting character that I can identify with and this one was no different. I am all in on Hayes and his way of overthinking how he never has enough to give and doesn't feel anyone wants him around to bring down the group.
If you're into MMM this is definitely for you, if not, give it a try anyway, the supporting characters are great and the story line is believable.
October 31, 2024
Talk it out! Hayes were best friends and team mates. Hayes, loved King and dreaded the day King found his 'person'. WhenvKing and Jamie became an item, Hayes knew his worse fears were realized. King, loved both men and didn't really want to give either up. King is balance on a very thin tight rope not looking forward to making changes or friendship deletions. These men are all really nice and sweet. Their big problem is that it takes them awhile and a bit of pain because they don't communicate. It is a pleasure getting to know all the men behind the faces they show the world. The author does an excellent job presenting who these men are and digs below the artificiality they show the world. Nice flow. I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 5, 2024
King + Hayes + Jamie ❤️
4.5 Stars ⭐️
I should have known after the first book in this series that this one would be just as good but damn, I didn't quite see this one coming. I'm a sucker for friends to lovers done right and this relationship had an extra bonus too. Kudos to Haven Hadley for doing the friendship and relationship justice by adding Jamie into the mix with perfection. There were some missteps and hurt due to lack of communication, but it worked and felt natural in the flow of this story. These three men together were as sweet as they were sexy, there was fun, there was heat and there was a whole lotta love and it was fantastic. I would most definitely recommend this book.
* I received an ARC from GRR, this is my open and honest review *
4.5 Stars ⭐️
I should have known after the first book in this series that this one would be just as good but damn, I didn't quite see this one coming. I'm a sucker for friends to lovers done right and this relationship had an extra bonus too. Kudos to Haven Hadley for doing the friendship and relationship justice by adding Jamie into the mix with perfection. There were some missteps and hurt due to lack of communication, but it worked and felt natural in the flow of this story. These three men together were as sweet as they were sexy, there was fun, there was heat and there was a whole lotta love and it was fantastic. I would most definitely recommend this book.
* I received an ARC from GRR, this is my open and honest review *
March 22, 2026
dnf
2.6 ⭐
I really wanted to like this, but at 70% I'm having to force myself to keep reading and just not enjoying it.
clunky sentence structure, flat characters, no emotional pull to the romance
but I've read worse so still giving it 2.6. if I'd been in a different mood maybe I would have finished it
a few small things that bothered me in particular:
Hayes's mom worked multiple jobs and could barely afford food but somehow he was playing hockey? how on earth was he paying for equipment and ice time?
"dressed in navy khakis" pick a colour
jamie on hayes: "but building a relationship would take more than a few hot fucks." that is literally exactly how you got together with King and it seemed enough to you then
2.6 ⭐
I really wanted to like this, but at 70% I'm having to force myself to keep reading and just not enjoying it.
clunky sentence structure, flat characters, no emotional pull to the romance
but I've read worse so still giving it 2.6. if I'd been in a different mood maybe I would have finished it
a few small things that bothered me in particular:
Hayes's mom worked multiple jobs and could barely afford food but somehow he was playing hockey? how on earth was he paying for equipment and ice time?
"dressed in navy khakis" pick a colour
jamie on hayes: "but building a relationship would take more than a few hot fucks." that is literally exactly how you got together with King and it seemed enough to you then
October 12, 2024
This was a really enjoyable MMM story. The slow-boil pining between Hayes and King was delectable and provided a yummy snippet of angst, but it wasn't overwhelming because it wasn't too long before the three men decided to proceed as a polycule. Just the right amount of angst for me, and paired with all those sexy throuple times? Yes, please! My only complaint is that when Jamie's dad was pressuring him, I really wanted Jamie to buy the old company he worked for and become his former boss's boss and put him in his place, lol. I wanted a little more pettiness in that storyline, haha.
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I was provided with an ARC from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review.
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I was provided with an ARC from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review.
October 17, 2024
I love m/m/m when it is written well, and boy is this written well! Hayes and King are both NHL hockey players on the same team and roommates. Jamie and King meet at a club, go home together and feel something special almost right away. Hayes overhears them having sex one night and realizes that he is jealous. At first, he thinks it's because he's lonely (since he is straight), but later realizes that he has ill-timed feelings for King. This book is super spicy with some very, very hot love scenes. If you like low-angst, well-written, bi-awakening, age-gap romances, then this book is for you!
October 24, 2024
3.5⭐️
I really enjoyed the world building and seamlessly the authors blend their baseball and hockey series. It feels like a cohesive sports setting and I love when the characters make cameos, it is all well done. This was a little slow of a burn for me, and I’m not quite sure I felt real connection between the three of them until the end. But, the writing is very good and the characters were interesting and well crafted, plus it has some nice spicy times. I also appreciate that we left Hayes, Jamie, and King in a lovely place by the end.
voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
I really enjoyed the world building and seamlessly the authors blend their baseball and hockey series. It feels like a cohesive sports setting and I love when the characters make cameos, it is all well done. This was a little slow of a burn for me, and I’m not quite sure I felt real connection between the three of them until the end. But, the writing is very good and the characters were interesting and well crafted, plus it has some nice spicy times. I also appreciate that we left Hayes, Jamie, and King in a lovely place by the end.
voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
October 28, 2024
I am not usually a fan of trouples, but this book is simply outstanding. It is written with such intensity, emotional depth, and complexity that I was hooked early from chapter one. My heart broke in different ways for King and Hayes...Hayes pines for King and his heart hurt when King meets Jamie, and poorJamie suddenly is torn in that he truly loves both men. Suddenly the three start to navigate a relationship. I cried, smiled, and laughed as these men got into my heart. A fantastic read that left me wanting more of this group and a big smile on my face. I did receive an ARC and leave this honest review.
March 27, 2025
Three men together? Yes! This was a really yummy book that not only is hot, it’s well written. We get an indepth view of each men, how they tick, think and feel. Hayes is one complex man. Being straight until one day he realizes how he feels for his best friend is more than friendship. King is bisexual. He’s a player and loves the media attention. He’s usually a one and done.. until he meets Jamie. Jamie is a gay, talented, ovoid media at all costs kind of guy. But him being with King leads to Hayes too. Haven Hadley did a great job in bringing all three men together and a sweet story too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 9, 2024
Three-way relationships are not normally my cup of tea, but I did enjoy this book.
Great to see Kingston and Hayes get their story and end up together. Jamie was the additional person, and he was a great addition to the story. The dynamic between the three men was excellent and the story well written. Loved that Jamie was happy just being himself and didn't want to be a CEO even though his father thought this was what everyone wanted in life.
This series is excellent, and I can't wait for the next instalment.
Great to see Kingston and Hayes get their story and end up together. Jamie was the additional person, and he was a great addition to the story. The dynamic between the three men was excellent and the story well written. Loved that Jamie was happy just being himself and didn't want to be a CEO even though his father thought this was what everyone wanted in life.
This series is excellent, and I can't wait for the next instalment.
October 20, 2024
For me, this book was really hard to put down. Jamie, Hayes, and King were something else. I loved the connection and chemistry between each other. Each one tries to be selfless when is comes with other people's relationships but I loved how King was the one who stood up for who/what he wanted. Drama, ansty, love, steam, spiralling, comedy, and HEA made this book a re-read asap for me. I can't wait to see what is in store for us next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 26, 2024
Haven has done a wonderful job showcasing how a loving mmm romance can work.
Sure there are missteps, growing pains and instances of miscommunication.
But when all three men put their hearts on the line and work for what they want...love and happiness...they are complete.
The time spent on the ice couldn't have better.
Luckily it didn't melt with all of the steam and heat pouring off of Hayes, Jamie and Kingston.
As well as some of the teammates.
I received an ARC from GRR.
I recommend you read the entire series.
Sure there are missteps, growing pains and instances of miscommunication.
But when all three men put their hearts on the line and work for what they want...love and happiness...they are complete.
The time spent on the ice couldn't have better.
Luckily it didn't melt with all of the steam and heat pouring off of Hayes, Jamie and Kingston.
As well as some of the teammates.
I received an ARC from GRR.
I recommend you read the entire series.
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