What do you think?
Rate this book
Rainsquall
Lone shepherd Folke is content to drift through life without the hassle of others. Yet his quiet days come to a thunderous end when a storm forces three enigmatic men to seek refuge in his secluded cottage.
Suddenly, Folke’s world is crowded with all the things he worked to avoid, while opening up to many alluring possibilities. Warm skin, shared breaths, and the caress of lips beguile him into what he knows will lead to heartbreak. Each day he grows closer to the men is another day until their inevitable departure—and to secrets that could change all he knows.
Suddenly, Folke’s world is crowded with all the things he worked to avoid, while opening up to many alluring possibilities. Warm skin, shared breaths, and the caress of lips beguile him into what he knows will lead to heartbreak. Each day he grows closer to the men is another day until their inevitable departure—and to secrets that could change all he knows.
279 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 21, 2025
92 people are currently reading
578 people want to read
About the author
Penny Moss
5 books99 followersHi, I'm Moss.
It/Its
I write deeply flawed characters who walk their own paths, and build stories from side to bottom to side to top, with intricacies that are more than a little inconspicuous.
Sign up to the Newsletter
It/Its
I write deeply flawed characters who walk their own paths, and build stories from side to bottom to side to top, with intricacies that are more than a little inconspicuous.
Sign up to the Newsletter
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 123 reviews
February 28, 2025
This is the first book I’ve read by Penny Moss but I’ve seen some of her other books around. And DAMN do I gotta pick those up because this one was gorgeousss. Folke really stole my heart, he is the only pov throughout this story and he is also blind so eveything is experienced through his other senses. Which I thought was done really well, written in a way that really led you beside Folke. Going into depth with emotions like being confused when he was confused, being frustrated when he was frustrated. Just getting a real experience of what it’s like in his position. I also absolutely loved his stubbornness and the moments where his softer side revealed itself, especially when he was with his sheep.
There’s also Darach and Finlay, who Folke was so reluctant to let creep inside his heart but eventually gave in. Darach is a lot sweeter, despite also being a bit big and scary. While Finlay is more rough, all three of them really create a good balance. They are also not quite what they seem and I thought it was really interesting slowly figuring out all the clues to the strange events that happen around Folke’s home. Finally, there’s Thomas, and honestly I don’t think his character was really necessary. He doesn’t appear much, we don’t get to know that much about him, and even though I think he’s meant to be looked down upon I just found myself feeling pretty sorry for him. But overall I really enjoyed this story and will definitely pick up more books by this author eventually!!!
There’s also Darach and Finlay, who Folke was so reluctant to let creep inside his heart but eventually gave in. Darach is a lot sweeter, despite also being a bit big and scary. While Finlay is more rough, all three of them really create a good balance. They are also not quite what they seem and I thought it was really interesting slowly figuring out all the clues to the strange events that happen around Folke’s home. Finally, there’s Thomas, and honestly I don’t think his character was really necessary. He doesn’t appear much, we don’t get to know that much about him, and even though I think he’s meant to be looked down upon I just found myself feeling pretty sorry for him. But overall I really enjoyed this story and will definitely pick up more books by this author eventually!!!
February 21, 2025
✨ Happy Release Day ✨
This was so great! I had high hopes cause I've enjoyed Penny Moss's writing in the past but gosh I really loved this a lot.
This is a low stakes, stand alone, M/M/M cozy romance with plenty of spice and surprisingly complex emotion depths; this is your cozy content warning though, if I see people picking this up and complaining they're bored I might throw hands 🤣🤣 ( I joke, I joke.....or do I).
I'm almost sad to be reading this in the middle of an Australian heatwave. This book was so evocative of winter days curled up under a blanket while the wind lashes the windows.
Our main character Folke broke my heart a little bit. He is one of those characters who is just stalked by tragedy throughout his life and is angry and resentful and scared and isolated as a result of it.
Set in the 1940s, following the end of WWII, Folke, blind and living a half life, tending to his last few sheep on his isolated property in Wales, is saved by three soldiers in the middle of a stormy night who end up taking shelter in his cottage. However, not everything is as it seems!
Folke finds himself developing feelings and entering into a relationship with the surly medic Finley and the big, loyal leader Darach. Normally, when it's a M/M/M, where there is no sword crossing, I feel like the emotional development of the relationships kind of suffer, but that was as very much not the case here. The emotional bonds that Folke shares with both Finley and Darach were lovely and unique in their own rights and watching the relationship between Finley and Darach develop with Folke as the linchpin was also really heart warming. I'll admit It did take me a little while to get my head around Darach and his Scottishisms though haha
This was pretty heavy on the spice however, but the dynamics and kinks in here definitely worked for me. It features intimate scenes both with each of the boys independently as well threesomes.
Theres a bit of a plot going on in the background which kind of *exists* but is also almost beside the point. The reader really pays about as much attention to it as Finley and Darach do, which is to say barely any, cause they're too busy boning their pretty Shepard lol.
This book will easy make it into my top reads of the year and has instantly become a reread book for me ❤️ thank you to the author for providing me an ARC of this book, this review are my own thoughts and feelings.
(I know I said this was a stand alone but I wish there would be a sequel, I'm not ready to say goodbye to these characters 🥲)
This was so great! I had high hopes cause I've enjoyed Penny Moss's writing in the past but gosh I really loved this a lot.
This is a low stakes, stand alone, M/M/M cozy romance with plenty of spice and surprisingly complex emotion depths; this is your cozy content warning though, if I see people picking this up and complaining they're bored I might throw hands 🤣🤣 ( I joke, I joke.....or do I).
I'm almost sad to be reading this in the middle of an Australian heatwave. This book was so evocative of winter days curled up under a blanket while the wind lashes the windows.
Our main character Folke broke my heart a little bit. He is one of those characters who is just stalked by tragedy throughout his life and is angry and resentful and scared and isolated as a result of it.
Set in the 1940s, following the end of WWII, Folke, blind and living a half life, tending to his last few sheep on his isolated property in Wales, is saved by three soldiers in the middle of a stormy night who end up taking shelter in his cottage. However, not everything is as it seems!
Folke finds himself developing feelings and entering into a relationship with the surly medic Finley and the big, loyal leader Darach. Normally, when it's a M/M/M, where there is no sword crossing, I feel like the emotional development of the relationships kind of suffer, but that was as very much not the case here. The emotional bonds that Folke shares with both Finley and Darach were lovely and unique in their own rights and watching the relationship between Finley and Darach develop with Folke as the linchpin was also really heart warming. I'll admit It did take me a little while to get my head around Darach and his Scottishisms though haha
This was pretty heavy on the spice however, but the dynamics and kinks in here definitely worked for me. It features intimate scenes both with each of the boys independently as well threesomes.
Theres a bit of a plot going on in the background which kind of *exists* but is also almost beside the point. The reader really pays about as much attention to it as Finley and Darach do, which is to say barely any, cause they're too busy boning their pretty Shepard lol.
This book will easy make it into my top reads of the year and has instantly become a reread book for me ❤️ thank you to the author for providing me an ARC of this book, this review are my own thoughts and feelings.
(I know I said this was a stand alone but I wish there would be a sequel, I'm not ready to say goodbye to these characters 🥲)
August 22, 2025
This story is ill-suited for those with an aversion to sophisticated words.
That is one of the author's warnings.
I have to say, it's rather misleading. After reading that sentence, I expected to find flowery, sophisticated language. And even though I'm not a native speaker, sadly, that expectation was not fulfilled.
Instead, there should have been a note indicating that the narrative style is not entirely mainstream. I'm not sure how best to express this. In any case, the writing style gave me quite a headache. However, this is not a negative criticism. I'm always happy to discover something new.
How can I describe it... as a reader, you need to have a lot of patience with this book. Patience with the prickly characters and their not always obvious reasons for being so gruff.
An example: Darach and Folke kiss. It's a very nice kissing scene, they're fooling around a bit and you're really into it, then this happens:
Darach stepped away and the last traces of suspiration caressing Folke’s face waned. Then the warmth was gone entirely, leaving him to slide bonelessly to the ground.
Heart pounding. Exhaling in sharp, jagged puffs. His erection straining against his trousers.
The car lurched against his back. A door snapped shut.
That's it. There's no one to help Folke up, no reasonable conclusion to this scene, or any explanation as to why Darach simply disappears into the car. The reader is simply expected to understand what has happened here and that it is a completely natural occurrence.
I don't know if this is a very good example. But there are many scenes like this, and most of them end with Folke being hurt or left alone.
You understand it later, much later. Or at least I think I understand why this story is written the way it is. I don't think it's a bad thing. It's just a little exhausting.
I like the book, but the many scenes that end abruptly, the many events that lead to Folke being hurt, and the rudeness of all the characters make it difficult for me to rate it higher.
The polyamorous relationship that develops between Folke and Darach and Folke and Fin is very well portrayed. And I also like the sex scenes.
The balance between the actual plot and the sex scenes could be better. I would have liked to learn more about the mystical events and more about the world the author has created here.
Despite all the slightly negative things I've mentioned, it was hard to put the book down. If I didn't have to live in reality every now and then, I would have read it in one sitting. So it was captivating and really good.
Finlay fixated on his lower lip. Teased and nipped until it throbbed. And kept going. Forced Folke’s mouth wide open by pinching it between fingers. Obscenely lapped into his mouth. Stuck his finger in, gliding it over Folke’s tongue, the excess saliva.
“Do you want us inside you?”
A question punctuated by a pinch to his right nipple.
His gasps ragged, Folke strained a pitiful, “Yes.”
Darach didn’t relent, swirling his palm over the head. Every one of the man’s breaths burning his left ear. Each whispered, “Ye’re beautiful,” and “I want to taste ye,” and “Sink deep into yer body,” wedging Folke further into the cramped space between panic and delirium. 🤤🤤🤤
That is one of the author's warnings.
I have to say, it's rather misleading. After reading that sentence, I expected to find flowery, sophisticated language. And even though I'm not a native speaker, sadly, that expectation was not fulfilled.
Instead, there should have been a note indicating that the narrative style is not entirely mainstream. I'm not sure how best to express this. In any case, the writing style gave me quite a headache. However, this is not a negative criticism. I'm always happy to discover something new.
How can I describe it... as a reader, you need to have a lot of patience with this book. Patience with the prickly characters and their not always obvious reasons for being so gruff.
An example: Darach and Folke kiss. It's a very nice kissing scene, they're fooling around a bit and you're really into it, then this happens:
Darach stepped away and the last traces of suspiration caressing Folke’s face waned. Then the warmth was gone entirely, leaving him to slide bonelessly to the ground.
Heart pounding. Exhaling in sharp, jagged puffs. His erection straining against his trousers.
The car lurched against his back. A door snapped shut.
That's it. There's no one to help Folke up, no reasonable conclusion to this scene, or any explanation as to why Darach simply disappears into the car. The reader is simply expected to understand what has happened here and that it is a completely natural occurrence.
I don't know if this is a very good example. But there are many scenes like this, and most of them end with Folke being hurt or left alone.
You understand it later, much later. Or at least I think I understand why this story is written the way it is. I don't think it's a bad thing. It's just a little exhausting.
I like the book, but the many scenes that end abruptly, the many events that lead to Folke being hurt, and the rudeness of all the characters make it difficult for me to rate it higher.
The polyamorous relationship that develops between Folke and Darach and Folke and Fin is very well portrayed. And I also like the sex scenes.
The balance between the actual plot and the sex scenes could be better. I would have liked to learn more about the mystical events and more about the world the author has created here.
Despite all the slightly negative things I've mentioned, it was hard to put the book down. If I didn't have to live in reality every now and then, I would have read it in one sitting. So it was captivating and really good.
Finlay fixated on his lower lip. Teased and nipped until it throbbed. And kept going. Forced Folke’s mouth wide open by pinching it between fingers. Obscenely lapped into his mouth. Stuck his finger in, gliding it over Folke’s tongue, the excess saliva.
“Do you want us inside you?”
A question punctuated by a pinch to his right nipple.
His gasps ragged, Folke strained a pitiful, “Yes.”
Darach didn’t relent, swirling his palm over the head. Every one of the man’s breaths burning his left ear. Each whispered, “Ye’re beautiful,” and “I want to taste ye,” and “Sink deep into yer body,” wedging Folke further into the cramped space between panic and delirium. 🤤🤤🤤
March 19, 2025
Such an odd, different sort of story. The depiction of Folke, the loner, blind shepard was written really well. Being in his head was a great insight into life as a blind person, his loneliness, frustrations, how hard it was to care for himself in his grief and keep track of lost items in his home. I really felt for him and how tough it was, especially losing his poor sheep 🐑 🐑. It was also interesting to see how he navigated things, with his sensory perception so heightened and as things progress, to see how stoic he really was, faced with all that had happened to him.
I’ll confess to not really following the fantasy plot line, or really being that invested in their odd but sweet polyamorous relationship. I just really liked Folke and wanted him to get a clean house, someone to cook for him and a lover or two to bring him orgasms and happiness.
I’ll confess to not really following the fantasy plot line, or really being that invested in their odd but sweet polyamorous relationship. I just really liked Folke and wanted him to get a clean house, someone to cook for him and a lover or two to bring him orgasms and happiness.
August 23, 2025
I don't think cozy books are a good match for me, unfortunately.
Sometimes we have to try new things, and it can really go either way, since we don't know our likes and dislikes about it...
The writing was very nice, but I wasn't able to grow attached to the characters in a meaningful way, and I was bothered by the romance and spice progressing faster than the story/plot.
This is just another case of mismatch between reader and book, and my rating is related to my experience with it, not objective qualities/faults.
Pre-read
Alright, KU is officially on!
I've been piling up KU reads since January, and now my physical TBR will have to appreciate the effort and stop shooting daggers at me. They are so pretty on the shelf anyway.
This is one of the many caused by Evie, my absolutely most reliable source of MM recs! She's that amazing.
Sometimes we have to try new things, and it can really go either way, since we don't know our likes and dislikes about it...
The writing was very nice, but I wasn't able to grow attached to the characters in a meaningful way, and I was bothered by the romance and spice progressing faster than the story/plot.
This is just another case of mismatch between reader and book, and my rating is related to my experience with it, not objective qualities/faults.
Pre-read
Alright, KU is officially on!
I've been piling up KU reads since January, and now my physical TBR will have to appreciate the effort and stop shooting daggers at me. They are so pretty on the shelf anyway.
This is one of the many caused by Evie, my absolutely most reliable source of MM recs! She's that amazing.
February 13, 2025
I can't fully articulate how personal it felt to read a book like this, a book about the difficulty of change, of letting go of the past, of moving past pain and grief and of learning to let yourself want something you didn't even know you could have.
Folke is starting late in all those things. It's been a struggle for him every step of the way, but this book is about love, of loving and letting yourself be loved even with your burrs and thorns. Moss consistently excels at characterization, and this book is no exception, with every single person breathing with life on every page. I loved them all, and I loved learning about them through Folke's very unique perspective, which was rich and beautiful and made me cry more than once.
It's also very much about literal monsters, but with the plot centered so much on Folke and his internals, I think that aspect took an overall backseat. I would have loved to learn more about this part of the world, but I think it's easy enough to fill in the blanks.
Not to mention, it leaves room for a potential next book, though as a standalone, this book holds its own quite strongly.
I don't think this will be for everyone--the plot moves slowly, the progression does as well, but I never felt like any of that was a problem because of how alive the world felt.
If you like cozy farming games, soft piano music, and the quiet, hopeful feeling you get when you look up at the sun breaking through the clouds after a long storm, you will love this book. I sure did.
Folke is starting late in all those things. It's been a struggle for him every step of the way, but this book is about love, of loving and letting yourself be loved even with your burrs and thorns. Moss consistently excels at characterization, and this book is no exception, with every single person breathing with life on every page. I loved them all, and I loved learning about them through Folke's very unique perspective, which was rich and beautiful and made me cry more than once.
It's also very much about literal monsters, but with the plot centered so much on Folke and his internals, I think that aspect took an overall backseat. I would have loved to learn more about this part of the world, but I think it's easy enough to fill in the blanks.
Not to mention, it leaves room for a potential next book, though as a standalone, this book holds its own quite strongly.
I don't think this will be for everyone--the plot moves slowly, the progression does as well, but I never felt like any of that was a problem because of how alive the world felt.
If you like cozy farming games, soft piano music, and the quiet, hopeful feeling you get when you look up at the sun breaking through the clouds after a long storm, you will love this book. I sure did.
August 16, 2025
I think I just read a piece of art
This book was unlike anything I've read before in many ways. If books have made me feel many things before, never had it been like this. I kind of felt blind while reading; I was wondering about the look of everything, trying to imagine what things looked like based on their descriptions to the touch... It was a whole new experience for me. We can only rely on Folke's feelings about his surroundings, how he remembers some things, how he interprets them...
It was as beautiful as it was frustrating since I'm a true sucker for description; I wanted to know more about some characters' and beasts' appearances, for instance. I kept thinking "what about the fanarts? How am I supposed to draw that?!" But I guess that's the beauty of interpreting things and letting one's imagination go wild; and yours will whilst reading this book, believe me. Folke may be blind but everything is still so surprisingly... Visual.
The book had a quiet melancholy to it; a story of pain and struggles. But also a story of resilience and healing, of newfound trust and, perhaps, change. Don't get me wrong though: it's not a fundamentally sad story but in my opinion, it's not particularly happy either. The best way to put it is raw. It felt raw and vulnerable and somewhat true. Cosy, too. As random as it is, I liked to think that I had a "sepia filter" on as I was reading, that there was a constant raining sound in my head—it's definitely a vibe.
That being said: I loved the relationship's dynamics and how the three of them evolved together. It was incredibly sweet! And, well... really spicy. Can you hear my faraway cries for a bonus epilogue?
I recieved a free copy of this book and this is my honest review
This book was unlike anything I've read before in many ways. If books have made me feel many things before, never had it been like this. I kind of felt blind while reading; I was wondering about the look of everything, trying to imagine what things looked like based on their descriptions to the touch... It was a whole new experience for me. We can only rely on Folke's feelings about his surroundings, how he remembers some things, how he interprets them...
It was as beautiful as it was frustrating since I'm a true sucker for description; I wanted to know more about some characters' and beasts' appearances, for instance. I kept thinking "what about the fanarts? How am I supposed to draw that?!" But I guess that's the beauty of interpreting things and letting one's imagination go wild; and yours will whilst reading this book, believe me. Folke may be blind but everything is still so surprisingly... Visual.
The book had a quiet melancholy to it; a story of pain and struggles. But also a story of resilience and healing, of newfound trust and, perhaps, change. Don't get me wrong though: it's not a fundamentally sad story but in my opinion, it's not particularly happy either. The best way to put it is raw. It felt raw and vulnerable and somewhat true. Cosy, too. As random as it is, I liked to think that I had a "sepia filter" on as I was reading, that there was a constant raining sound in my head—it's definitely a vibe.
That being said: I loved the relationship's dynamics and how the three of them evolved together. It was incredibly sweet! And, well... really spicy. Can you hear my faraway cries for a bonus epilogue?
Never again would he be able to stand isolation, to sleep alone in his bed. Darach and Finlay would break his heart. A stone under a sledgehammer, shattered into multitudinous pieces. Folke might take the shards and try to give them to others, someday. Try, and fail, for the shards would crumble in his attempts until nothing but dust remained. Because no one else would ever compare. He was ruined, irrevocably, and wouldn’t have it any other way.
I recieved a free copy of this book and this is my honest review
January 31, 2025
Okay. So I need to write a review without spoiling, but also convince you to read it. Here it goes.
I always feel smarter after reading one of Penny's books. She has a way with words. My own writing style actually improves when I read hers. Masterful.
Her characters are vivid, and I just want to crawl between the pages to cuddle with them or something (and a lot of kisses).
MMM romance is not for everyone, and I get that, but trust me this one is masterfully done. I just love them so much together!
This book is low fantasy, but the little fantasy there is is just so well done. Penny is the moss queen of worldbuilding. I just want to see more of Folke's world now.
And the smut?? Good soup.
Do yourself a favor and read Rainsquall.
Also, have you seen the cover?? Gorgeous.
That's it. Peace out.
(I received and ARC of Rainsquall and this is my honest review)
I always feel smarter after reading one of Penny's books. She has a way with words. My own writing style actually improves when I read hers. Masterful.
Her characters are vivid, and I just want to crawl between the pages to cuddle with them or something (and a lot of kisses).
MMM romance is not for everyone, and I get that, but trust me this one is masterfully done. I just love them so much together!
This book is low fantasy, but the little fantasy there is is just so well done. Penny is the moss queen of worldbuilding. I just want to see more of Folke's world now.
And the smut?? Good soup.
Do yourself a favor and read Rainsquall.
Also, have you seen the cover?? Gorgeous.
That's it. Peace out.
(I received and ARC of Rainsquall and this is my honest review)
February 24, 2025
⭐️ 4.5 stars ⭐️
TROPES:
🐑 M/M/M why choose
🐑 Historical
🐑 Fantasy
🐑 Blind MC
Thank you Evie for putting this on my radar, ‘cause I don’t think I would’ve picked it up otherwise. I don’t usually gravitate towards historicals or even why choose romances without sword-crossing, but I was instantly and completely invested in these three.
It’s a romance first, light fantasy sub-plot second — but I honestly couldn’t even tell you what the plot was ‘cause I was here for the cottagecore vibes.
The language and writing style took me a while to get used to, as did Darach’s Scottish accent, but even though I kept having to translate words here and there I still really loved the setting, the calmness of the story opposed to the angst of Folke’s past, the comfort and coziness (and also Darach’s accent). There’s a bit of action here and there, but mostly we get to see Finley and Darach fall for our sweet Folke.
What made this read different but also hard to follow was the solo POV of a blind shepherd. I felt immersed into Folke’s world, only through touch and sound, only able to feel what he could feel. It was a very unique way to tell a story.
A very spicy and unexpectedly cozy historical romance. Honestly, the fantasy parts felt irrelevant to me (mostly ‘cause I still don’t understand what was going on), but they did add a little twist to the story.
I’m intrigued by this author’s style, and will definitely be on the lookout for more.
CW and NSFW info (spoilers):
- M/M/M w/ no sword crossing
- Two tops and one bottom
- Virgin MC
- Anxiety
- Mentions of parental death
- Multiple orgasms
- Coming untouched
- Rimming
TROPES:
🐑 M/M/M why choose
🐑 Historical
🐑 Fantasy
🐑 Blind MC
“Because we want ye, Folke.” His fork screeched across the plate, halting its hopeful chase for remnants. “If ye’ll have us.”
Thank you Evie for putting this on my radar, ‘cause I don’t think I would’ve picked it up otherwise. I don’t usually gravitate towards historicals or even why choose romances without sword-crossing, but I was instantly and completely invested in these three.
It’s a romance first, light fantasy sub-plot second — but I honestly couldn’t even tell you what the plot was ‘cause I was here for the cottagecore vibes.
“Ye’re breathtaking when ye smile.”
The language and writing style took me a while to get used to, as did Darach’s Scottish accent, but even though I kept having to translate words here and there I still really loved the setting, the calmness of the story opposed to the angst of Folke’s past, the comfort and coziness (and also Darach’s accent). There’s a bit of action here and there, but mostly we get to see Finley and Darach fall for our sweet Folke.
“Alright.” Finlay snorted. “Fuck, if you keep on being so precious I’m really going to fall for you.”
“Then my plan is falling into place.”
What made this read different but also hard to follow was the solo POV of a blind shepherd. I felt immersed into Folke’s world, only through touch and sound, only able to feel what he could feel. It was a very unique way to tell a story.
“I knew you had a mouth on you, Precious.” He fired back, “Of course you did, I’ve been using it on you.”
A very spicy and unexpectedly cozy historical romance. Honestly, the fantasy parts felt irrelevant to me (mostly ‘cause I still don’t understand what was going on), but they did add a little twist to the story.
I’m intrigued by this author’s style, and will definitely be on the lookout for more.
“I want you to stay for as long as you’re willing.” And let that willingness be forever.
CW and NSFW info (spoilers):
- M/M/M w/ no sword crossing
- Two tops and one bottom
- Virgin MC
- Anxiety
- Mentions of parental death
- Multiple orgasms
- Coming untouched
- Rimming
March 8, 2025
Penny Moss, I was not familiar with your game. Where did this book even come from? I don't think I've ever read anything quite like it.
Our protagonist, Folke, is a blind man living in a remote cottage in rural Wales. He tends a tiny flock of sheep and he spends all of his time alone, insisting on his privacy and independence, and just being generally extremely stubborn and ornery, but actually also just really, really lonely. Then one day, three mysterious men end up on his doorstep and his life is completely changed. Two of the men, Finlay and Darach, seem to be very attracted to Folke, and they eventually develop this menage-type relationship where they share Folke. A lot. Like there is A LOT of sex in this book, and I am not mad about it. And while all this shagging is going on, Folke slowly unravels the mystery of their appearance, discovering strong supernatural undertones. The third man is more of a boy, really, a young man with a chip on his shoulder that becomes a thorn in Folke's side.
The bulk of this book takes place over the course of a week, but it feels like months, with things escalating very rapidly between our throuple. The thing that made this book such a unique read for me is that the entire story is told from Folke's perspective, and with him being completely blind, we are tied to his sensory perception. We don't really know how anyone else looks, but we get a keen sense of how they smell and feel. It was beautifully written, with all the characters distinct and interesting. I really enjoyed it, I feel like there's room here for more, but maybe that's being greedy. Anyway, Penny Moss is now someone I'm definitely going to keep an eye on.
Our protagonist, Folke, is a blind man living in a remote cottage in rural Wales. He tends a tiny flock of sheep and he spends all of his time alone, insisting on his privacy and independence, and just being generally extremely stubborn and ornery, but actually also just really, really lonely. Then one day, three mysterious men end up on his doorstep and his life is completely changed. Two of the men, Finlay and Darach, seem to be very attracted to Folke, and they eventually develop this menage-type relationship where they share Folke. A lot. Like there is A LOT of sex in this book, and I am not mad about it. And while all this shagging is going on, Folke slowly unravels the mystery of their appearance, discovering strong supernatural undertones. The third man is more of a boy, really, a young man with a chip on his shoulder that becomes a thorn in Folke's side.
The bulk of this book takes place over the course of a week, but it feels like months, with things escalating very rapidly between our throuple. The thing that made this book such a unique read for me is that the entire story is told from Folke's perspective, and with him being completely blind, we are tied to his sensory perception. We don't really know how anyone else looks, but we get a keen sense of how they smell and feel. It was beautifully written, with all the characters distinct and interesting. I really enjoyed it, I feel like there's room here for more, but maybe that's being greedy. Anyway, Penny Moss is now someone I'm definitely going to keep an eye on.
April 21, 2025
Rainsquall is an intensely gorgeous and unique read that I haven’t stopped thinking about since I was delivered an ARC copy of it in the chill but warming month of February. There’s something so special about this book that’s hard to put my finger on. Perhaps it’s several things, all mulled together into hearth-warmed wine of a read - lush, warm, soothing, and the perfect, rain-soaked book to read hunkered down in the cool of tapering winter, spring just starting to blossom.
From the very beginning, page one, each word shapes this stormy, windy, cold, and lonely stone cottage in the hills of Wales with one shepherd who's losing his flock and three soldiers with dozens of secrets whose sudden intrusive move in make it... somehow much less lonely. Right from the start, it’s a descriptive, atmospheric, DELICIOUS story, unique, and rich with everything I want from a book.
I was in the rain with Folke, and I could sense his fear, his desperation, as well as all the memories he held tied to every single thing inside his cottage, and, not even in the mood to read that first night I opened my ARC of Rainsquall, I suddenly found my mood completely shifted and couldn’t wait to read more. Frankly, Rainsquall is the QUINTESSENCE of readable. Generally, there are precious few scenes and sections in a book that draw me in so deeply I’m immersed in the story. Generally, I’m just reading. With Rainsquall, it would take a few paragraphs, and I would be transported. Pages would slip away. My intent to read one chapter would become two, three, four. I would pick it up to read lightly before bed and would stay up another hour consumed with this world and, especially, the characters in it. I’m a bit of a slow reader with many draws on my time, yet when I was reading Rainsquall, I was UNWILLING to put it down.
Between quiet, roaming thoughts, soft conversations, and pointed interactions, characters are built distinctly, though first impressions don’t reveal all of who these characters are. They have such depth and quirks, and while those first impressions are not an inaccurate starting point, there’s much more to them that’s only revealed as the story goes on. Each with personality as distinct as they way he talks. Like real people with their own vices, histories, skills, and problems and all INCREDIBLY likable FOR those unique character traits. I wasn't even a quarter of the way into Rainsquall when I realized I could and had been telling the characters apart by the way their vernacular. Their name being attached was just bonus confirmation. It's rare I find characters so INTIMATELY REAL, lifelike, relatable - human wants, human decisions dragging them into things that may or may not work out for them. Moss excels beautifully, artfully at crafting characters just as well or, dare I say, even better than its outstanding grasp of language and lyrical, absorbing, consuming, VIVID writing and story telling.
Which brings us to the supernatural elements, based on real folklore, hinted at right from the start, teased through the middle, and delivered ubiquitously by the end. While I won’t go into detail with them, as it’s all better left to be discovered while reading the book itself, I loved these elements and the accuracy of them. While almost background noise to the story of Folke, these elements play an important role and add a layer of almost immeasurable danger always hovering in this dreamy, sensual story, and a je ne sais quoi to the mystery as well as the relationships.
The relationships, might I add, which develop quickly, yet so… naturally. They never feel rushed and they always carry a depth of intensity, passion, and MEANING behind every interaction. The spice in this is ON FIRE, each directed thought and touch desperate with desire and the want to not only have but to hold, to claim, to keep. It's rough and needy in the best possible way. Every interaction between any of the trio leaving me breathless. I couldn't get enough, and the way the characters couldn't get enough was everything I wanted out of them and fulfilled my book desires in ways I can't describe.
This isn't my first foray into Penny Moss's novels, so I can say with confidence that Moss has a talent for making a romance so much more, leaving so much room for growth and story. Sometimes, when the characters in other romances finally have their moment, I gradually become bored, wondering why there's so much story left. Yet, so far with Moss's works, there's never been a single moment I'm bored, I never want it to end, and I never got tired of seeing the characters finally be able to have each other, or to see their need to express themselves with touch and so much kissing.
I'm gushing, but I can't seem to help it. I've never before been quite this SMITTEN with every single work an author has created before. I've been in LOVE with Moss's writing style since I first stepped into Coil of Boughs, and, later, its other works last year, and yet every time I step away and then come back to sink dreamily into these worlds again I find myself staggered that my remembered experience was not only accurate but even better that what I had thought couldn't have possibly been as good as I remembered and, instead, in fact, threatens to be of my favorites of all time.
I can't get enough. Moss has risen to the top of my very short insta-buy author list, Rainsquall another masterpiece of excellence in every single way. Even if you don't normally go for MMM, like me, TRY THIS. Even if you don't normally read historical fantasy, TRY THIS. It's impossible not to like, and it will scoop out all your misgivings and fill you with passion instead.
From the very beginning, page one, each word shapes this stormy, windy, cold, and lonely stone cottage in the hills of Wales with one shepherd who's losing his flock and three soldiers with dozens of secrets whose sudden intrusive move in make it... somehow much less lonely. Right from the start, it’s a descriptive, atmospheric, DELICIOUS story, unique, and rich with everything I want from a book.
I was in the rain with Folke, and I could sense his fear, his desperation, as well as all the memories he held tied to every single thing inside his cottage, and, not even in the mood to read that first night I opened my ARC of Rainsquall, I suddenly found my mood completely shifted and couldn’t wait to read more. Frankly, Rainsquall is the QUINTESSENCE of readable. Generally, there are precious few scenes and sections in a book that draw me in so deeply I’m immersed in the story. Generally, I’m just reading. With Rainsquall, it would take a few paragraphs, and I would be transported. Pages would slip away. My intent to read one chapter would become two, three, four. I would pick it up to read lightly before bed and would stay up another hour consumed with this world and, especially, the characters in it. I’m a bit of a slow reader with many draws on my time, yet when I was reading Rainsquall, I was UNWILLING to put it down.
Between quiet, roaming thoughts, soft conversations, and pointed interactions, characters are built distinctly, though first impressions don’t reveal all of who these characters are. They have such depth and quirks, and while those first impressions are not an inaccurate starting point, there’s much more to them that’s only revealed as the story goes on. Each with personality as distinct as they way he talks. Like real people with their own vices, histories, skills, and problems and all INCREDIBLY likable FOR those unique character traits. I wasn't even a quarter of the way into Rainsquall when I realized I could and had been telling the characters apart by the way their vernacular. Their name being attached was just bonus confirmation. It's rare I find characters so INTIMATELY REAL, lifelike, relatable - human wants, human decisions dragging them into things that may or may not work out for them. Moss excels beautifully, artfully at crafting characters just as well or, dare I say, even better than its outstanding grasp of language and lyrical, absorbing, consuming, VIVID writing and story telling.
Which brings us to the supernatural elements, based on real folklore, hinted at right from the start, teased through the middle, and delivered ubiquitously by the end. While I won’t go into detail with them, as it’s all better left to be discovered while reading the book itself, I loved these elements and the accuracy of them. While almost background noise to the story of Folke, these elements play an important role and add a layer of almost immeasurable danger always hovering in this dreamy, sensual story, and a je ne sais quoi to the mystery as well as the relationships.
The relationships, might I add, which develop quickly, yet so… naturally. They never feel rushed and they always carry a depth of intensity, passion, and MEANING behind every interaction. The spice in this is ON FIRE, each directed thought and touch desperate with desire and the want to not only have but to hold, to claim, to keep. It's rough and needy in the best possible way. Every interaction between any of the trio leaving me breathless. I couldn't get enough, and the way the characters couldn't get enough was everything I wanted out of them and fulfilled my book desires in ways I can't describe.
This isn't my first foray into Penny Moss's novels, so I can say with confidence that Moss has a talent for making a romance so much more, leaving so much room for growth and story. Sometimes, when the characters in other romances finally have their moment, I gradually become bored, wondering why there's so much story left. Yet, so far with Moss's works, there's never been a single moment I'm bored, I never want it to end, and I never got tired of seeing the characters finally be able to have each other, or to see their need to express themselves with touch and so much kissing.
I'm gushing, but I can't seem to help it. I've never before been quite this SMITTEN with every single work an author has created before. I've been in LOVE with Moss's writing style since I first stepped into Coil of Boughs, and, later, its other works last year, and yet every time I step away and then come back to sink dreamily into these worlds again I find myself staggered that my remembered experience was not only accurate but even better that what I had thought couldn't have possibly been as good as I remembered and, instead, in fact, threatens to be of my favorites of all time.
I can't get enough. Moss has risen to the top of my very short insta-buy author list, Rainsquall another masterpiece of excellence in every single way. Even if you don't normally go for MMM, like me, TRY THIS. Even if you don't normally read historical fantasy, TRY THIS. It's impossible not to like, and it will scoop out all your misgivings and fill you with passion instead.
February 9, 2025
I don't typically read historical romances as its usually difficult for me to get invested in the story, but this one was different. It held me captive with its well written prose, and intriguing plot line. Not to mention the characters themselves that made things even more interesting.
Folke lives on his own and doesn't care much about other people, his sheep are the only things he cares about anymore. When three military men stumble upon his house in the middle of a bad storm he reluctantly lets them stay, and that is where their story truly begins.
Folke is such a grumpy man, he's jaded and gruff, but under that exterior he cares deeply once he gets to know someone. He may have a gruff attitude but he's a softie inside, especially when it comes to Darach and Finley.
Darach and Finley were interesting characters, they bring a lot to this story. They add an extra layer of depth to the story along with surprising elements to the plot, and they also provide witty banter and an unconventional romance.
I liked how this story flowed, and I really enjoyed the paranormal aspect, I thought it was unique and was handled and described well! My only critique is the romance between Folke, Darach, and Finley is primarily focused on the spicy steamy moments in and out of the bedroom. I just wish there was more romance to their relationship instead of all the spice, I don't think all of the spicy scenes were necessary. Despite that though I did really enjoy this, it was different than what I normally read which was quite refreshing!
Folke lives on his own and doesn't care much about other people, his sheep are the only things he cares about anymore. When three military men stumble upon his house in the middle of a bad storm he reluctantly lets them stay, and that is where their story truly begins.
Folke is such a grumpy man, he's jaded and gruff, but under that exterior he cares deeply once he gets to know someone. He may have a gruff attitude but he's a softie inside, especially when it comes to Darach and Finley.
Darach and Finley were interesting characters, they bring a lot to this story. They add an extra layer of depth to the story along with surprising elements to the plot, and they also provide witty banter and an unconventional romance.
I liked how this story flowed, and I really enjoyed the paranormal aspect, I thought it was unique and was handled and described well! My only critique is the romance between Folke, Darach, and Finley is primarily focused on the spicy steamy moments in and out of the bedroom. I just wish there was more romance to their relationship instead of all the spice, I don't think all of the spicy scenes were necessary. Despite that though I did really enjoy this, it was different than what I normally read which was quite refreshing!
Read
September 15, 2025I didn’t quite like this. There isn’t anything wrong with it; and I’m aware enough why it’s got a high rating and other people have enjoyed it, but it just wasn’t for me. It really doesn’t feel fair to rate it though, since again, nothing is technically bad about it.
So no rating.
So no rating.
February 12, 2025
The Best Kind of Heartache
Moss has an incredible talent for characterization, and it shines once again in this story. From the very start, the stormy, complicated mind of Folke, a wayward shepherd thrust into this situation, captivates you. Despite his reluctance, you can’t help but feel drawn to his journey (and the characters within) just as much as he is.
This book doesn’t shy away from the heavy stuff. In fact, Moss embraces it all as core to the narrative experience; trauma, healing, and the risk of opening yourself up to love and life again afterwards are all explored with raw honesty. It’s not your typical lighthearted adventure or romance, but that’s what makes it so special. It hits hard in the best way possible. If you’re looking for something deeper and more emotional, it’s worth it. (These very aspects contribute to the savory nature of the eventual spice 9,000X fold as well.)
The slower pace felt like a strength; it gave the scenes room to breathe, letting me sink into every moment and mystery as it unraveled along every step of Folke’s own internal journey. By the time I realized how much time had passed, I was already on the edge of my seat and unable to put the book down. Moss creates a world and a story that you don’t just read—you feel it, and it stays with you long after you’ve turned the last page. As a stand-alone, it shines but leaves things open in a way that invokes hope for future peeks into this world’s fate.
Moss has an incredible talent for characterization, and it shines once again in this story. From the very start, the stormy, complicated mind of Folke, a wayward shepherd thrust into this situation, captivates you. Despite his reluctance, you can’t help but feel drawn to his journey (and the characters within) just as much as he is.
This book doesn’t shy away from the heavy stuff. In fact, Moss embraces it all as core to the narrative experience; trauma, healing, and the risk of opening yourself up to love and life again afterwards are all explored with raw honesty. It’s not your typical lighthearted adventure or romance, but that’s what makes it so special. It hits hard in the best way possible. If you’re looking for something deeper and more emotional, it’s worth it. (These very aspects contribute to the savory nature of the eventual spice 9,000X fold as well.)
The slower pace felt like a strength; it gave the scenes room to breathe, letting me sink into every moment and mystery as it unraveled along every step of Folke’s own internal journey. By the time I realized how much time had passed, I was already on the edge of my seat and unable to put the book down. Moss creates a world and a story that you don’t just read—you feel it, and it stays with you long after you’ve turned the last page. As a stand-alone, it shines but leaves things open in a way that invokes hope for future peeks into this world’s fate.
July 17, 2025
Self-shaming time.
Why didn't I write a review for this?! I am the worst.
Why didn't I write a review for this?! I am the worst.
February 22, 2025
I loved this why-choose queer romance nestled in a remote homestead.
This book leans into its historical setting of rainy, post-WWII, rural Wales. Moss threads fact and folklore into a story that could only take place in Folke's cottage. The setting also sets the tone: Folke's comfortable isolation has long been teetering precariously towards loneliness when he meets these three mysterious strangers.
The polyamorous dynamic is lovely. Folke's intimacy with his lovers feels all the more meaningful when they negotiate shared desires and revisit boundaries. Darach and Finlay are mindful and respectful of Folke's ability in a way that helps solidify their dynamic as a partnership.
I really enjoyed experiencing the world through Folke. Vivid tactile, olfactory, and auditory descriptions made for an uniquely immersive reading experience. These details made the spice feel especially hot in this piece.
I'm so grateful to Moss for the chance to read an ARC for free. I'm leaving this review of my own accord.
This book leans into its historical setting of rainy, post-WWII, rural Wales. Moss threads fact and folklore into a story that could only take place in Folke's cottage. The setting also sets the tone: Folke's comfortable isolation has long been teetering precariously towards loneliness when he meets these three mysterious strangers.
The polyamorous dynamic is lovely. Folke's intimacy with his lovers feels all the more meaningful when they negotiate shared desires and revisit boundaries. Darach and Finlay are mindful and respectful of Folke's ability in a way that helps solidify their dynamic as a partnership.
I really enjoyed experiencing the world through Folke. Vivid tactile, olfactory, and auditory descriptions made for an uniquely immersive reading experience. These details made the spice feel especially hot in this piece.
I'm so grateful to Moss for the chance to read an ARC for free. I'm leaving this review of my own accord.
February 28, 2025
This book was incredible. I don’t remember coming across something so unique in a long time. First It is beautifully written. The language was rich (English is my second language so at times it was bit hard) and like old timey, it added a layer to the story. The characters were full-bodied I don’t know if it is the right term, but that is especially valid for Folke. You could feel his sorrow, his resentment and loneliness, my heart ached for him. Darach was amazing too, kind and soft and Finley he was something else. I really liked the dynamic between them.There was a supernatural element which made the story that much more interesting. Last there were secondary characters- the sheep 🐑 and the 🌧️ these take a big chunk of the story. Highly recommend this book.
February 22, 2025
This book is truly a storm of emotions. It has the cold, dreary, rainy & country life vibes. It is 1940's Wales after all. But with it brings character turmoil and the search for the truth and love.
When our grumpy loner Shepard is forced to deal with 3 unknown men & an animal killing his flock, His true nature really comes forward. These strange men invade not only his house, but his mind as well.
We see a lot of the day to day lives of all 4 men and the center of that is the M/M/M essence of the book. Now, I don't normally read 'Why choose'.... it's just not my preference. But the mastery of our trios stories is masterful and full of history and sorrow. I like to thing of our trio as a triangle, all with their problems and ways to improve. But if this was a M/M it wouldn't work nearly as well. Each partner has something special to bring to the relationship that their other partners NEED.
Their relationship was imo the highlight of the story. Folke is grumpy, stuck in his ways and by all means depressed. He doesn't like change and he's stubborn!
Darach is a steady and patient hand that helps guide Folke into being comfortable. He's so very gentle and tender with Folke, even though he has a ravenous desire for our Shepard.
Fin is brass, brutally honest & working on his patience. He's a bit more rough with Folke, but he does coax the stubborn Shepard into experiencing true passion. Their dynamic all together and as pairs just does it for me honestly. Doting, patient, forcing Folke out of his shell and loving him regardless of how he reacts.
Now if that didn't sate your need for heat... you'll need to read ALL the naughty and really heated scenes as a trio and as pairs. That's right! They aren't always together as a trio. And I honestly think it brought them together much more seamlessly. It helps fuse their bond quickly.
Now this book isn't all spice. It's magic has to with the weaving of words, worldbuilding and story flow. This isn't just a book about three men finding their love. These men would not have met if it wasn't for some big plot points.
Threaded through all the story are bits and pieces of history and mythology. This is the point in which you might need to do some research as I did myself. The mythology sewn into the fabric of the story brings such a rich depth to not only the plot of the story, but it effects the trio as a couple as well.
Overall, This book swept me away in it's cold Wales stormy weather. Heating me up with the pure innocence of surrender by broken men. Throw in some adorably lovely sheep, 'who dun it' & 'what the hell is going on', a nosy aunt, spiraling life sorrow and who or what is the bad guy. This book hit every point of enjoyment in my brain. The characters and story have hemmed themselves into my life, even after the worst of the storm has passed.
When our grumpy loner Shepard is forced to deal with 3 unknown men & an animal killing his flock, His true nature really comes forward. These strange men invade not only his house, but his mind as well.
We see a lot of the day to day lives of all 4 men and the center of that is the M/M/M essence of the book. Now, I don't normally read 'Why choose'.... it's just not my preference. But the mastery of our trios stories is masterful and full of history and sorrow. I like to thing of our trio as a triangle, all with their problems and ways to improve. But if this was a M/M it wouldn't work nearly as well. Each partner has something special to bring to the relationship that their other partners NEED.
Their relationship was imo the highlight of the story. Folke is grumpy, stuck in his ways and by all means depressed. He doesn't like change and he's stubborn!
Darach is a steady and patient hand that helps guide Folke into being comfortable. He's so very gentle and tender with Folke, even though he has a ravenous desire for our Shepard.
Fin is brass, brutally honest & working on his patience. He's a bit more rough with Folke, but he does coax the stubborn Shepard into experiencing true passion. Their dynamic all together and as pairs just does it for me honestly. Doting, patient, forcing Folke out of his shell and loving him regardless of how he reacts.
Now if that didn't sate your need for heat... you'll need to read ALL the naughty and really heated scenes as a trio and as pairs. That's right! They aren't always together as a trio. And I honestly think it brought them together much more seamlessly. It helps fuse their bond quickly.
Now this book isn't all spice. It's magic has to with the weaving of words, worldbuilding and story flow. This isn't just a book about three men finding their love. These men would not have met if it wasn't for some big plot points.
Threaded through all the story are bits and pieces of history and mythology. This is the point in which you might need to do some research as I did myself. The mythology sewn into the fabric of the story brings such a rich depth to not only the plot of the story, but it effects the trio as a couple as well.
Overall, This book swept me away in it's cold Wales stormy weather. Heating me up with the pure innocence of surrender by broken men. Throw in some adorably lovely sheep, 'who dun it' & 'what the hell is going on', a nosy aunt, spiraling life sorrow and who or what is the bad guy. This book hit every point of enjoyment in my brain. The characters and story have hemmed themselves into my life, even after the worst of the storm has passed.
March 12, 2025
4⭐️
So this was quite an interesting read. You might think „well of course it was, what with it being a MMM romance 😏😏😏“ but no, I‘m not referring to the smut. Yet.
This actually felt like a book written by a blind person. It‘s really difficult to describe. We as readers rely so much on the narrator‘s sight. But if the narrator‘s blind, then we‘re also robbed of sight, which is such a strange and frustrating experience. It’s such a privilege to be able to see. I think that Penny Moss did such a good job there. We‘re stumbling along with Folke and it‘s deeply annoying and effective. Folke‘s so terribly lonely, angry, isolated and frustrated, and at first I was a bit annoyed because I‘m a terrible people pleaser and couldn‘t fathom being this grumpy to strangers (unless they deserved it lol). But then again, it‘s just so understandable when you‘re stuck somewhere that‘s not very accommodating to blind people.
The change from grumpy cat to (little less grumpy and) smitten bottom who loses his virginity to two soldiers whom he had met 3 days before gave me some whiplash, but I was absolutely here for the ride. It was very hot and very smutty. A little bit too insta-love (the plot only covers 1 week) but it was very sweet nonetheless.
I have to admit that I struggled a bit with the writing. You just need to really pay attention because next thing you know grass is brushing his legs as he‘s walking away and you haven‘t realised that he actually got up and walked away mid-conversation.
That being said, this was, like I said, surprisingly sweet for a MMM romance set in post-WW2 rural Wales and just such a good time. If you‘re here for a complex plot you‘re at the wrong place. But if you want to witness the healing of a wounded soul by means of two burly men and their magical appendages.. read this.
So this was quite an interesting read. You might think „well of course it was, what with it being a MMM romance 😏😏😏“ but no, I‘m not referring to the smut. Yet.
This actually felt like a book written by a blind person. It‘s really difficult to describe. We as readers rely so much on the narrator‘s sight. But if the narrator‘s blind, then we‘re also robbed of sight, which is such a strange and frustrating experience. It’s such a privilege to be able to see. I think that Penny Moss did such a good job there. We‘re stumbling along with Folke and it‘s deeply annoying and effective. Folke‘s so terribly lonely, angry, isolated and frustrated, and at first I was a bit annoyed because I‘m a terrible people pleaser and couldn‘t fathom being this grumpy to strangers (unless they deserved it lol). But then again, it‘s just so understandable when you‘re stuck somewhere that‘s not very accommodating to blind people.
The change from grumpy cat to (little less grumpy and) smitten bottom who loses his virginity to two soldiers whom he had met 3 days before gave me some whiplash, but I was absolutely here for the ride. It was very hot and very smutty. A little bit too insta-love (the plot only covers 1 week) but it was very sweet nonetheless.
I have to admit that I struggled a bit with the writing. You just need to really pay attention because next thing you know grass is brushing his legs as he‘s walking away and you haven‘t realised that he actually got up and walked away mid-conversation.
That being said, this was, like I said, surprisingly sweet for a MMM romance set in post-WW2 rural Wales and just such a good time. If you‘re here for a complex plot you‘re at the wrong place. But if you want to witness the healing of a wounded soul by means of two burly men and their magical appendages.. read this.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 27, 2025
I do believe it is a crime this is the first book by this author I have read. The punishment of course is now setting aside my planned tbr to read everything else they have published. Because anyone who can write a book like this, deserves to have their stories read and shared. I will now consider myself a loyal reader and anything else they write in the future will be first and foremost on my tbr.
I don't even know how to describe the beauty of this book. Can I please read it again for the first time? Books like this don't come along often. I found myself skipping back a few pages quite often just so I could reread parts and grasp everything that was occurring to its fullest. I am honestly gutted that it's over.
The gentle tension!!! The way it builds gently, feeling you in with soft little touches and whispered promises, a shivering heat that builds slowly until it unfurls on the pages like a crackling fire. It was unquestionably my favorite part of the book.
There is no other way to describe this story other than pure artistry. With the soft rain swept plains of a moody period piece and lilting prose that will swirl you away in its tide, I would be highly suspicious of anyone who didn't care for this book. It truly is a story you just need to experience to appreciate.
I don't even know how to describe the beauty of this book. Can I please read it again for the first time? Books like this don't come along often. I found myself skipping back a few pages quite often just so I could reread parts and grasp everything that was occurring to its fullest. I am honestly gutted that it's over.
The gentle tension!!! The way it builds gently, feeling you in with soft little touches and whispered promises, a shivering heat that builds slowly until it unfurls on the pages like a crackling fire. It was unquestionably my favorite part of the book.
There is no other way to describe this story other than pure artistry. With the soft rain swept plains of a moody period piece and lilting prose that will swirl you away in its tide, I would be highly suspicious of anyone who didn't care for this book. It truly is a story you just need to experience to appreciate.
January 18, 2025
Arc copy:
Another banger by Moss, she really knows how to develop a story and her characters. Once again weaving secrets and breadcrumbs into her work, she leads us on a trail she's carefully crafted. I have to admit I have the softest spot for Folke and the way he grew in the book was wonderfully. Everyone felt real and just lines in the story. You can tell she did her research and her efforts shine through. I can't wait to see with that ending if there's truly only going to be one, or two in this wonderful setting.
Another banger by Moss, she really knows how to develop a story and her characters. Once again weaving secrets and breadcrumbs into her work, she leads us on a trail she's carefully crafted. I have to admit I have the softest spot for Folke and the way he grew in the book was wonderfully. Everyone felt real and just lines in the story. You can tell she did her research and her efforts shine through. I can't wait to see with that ending if there's truly only going to be one, or two in this wonderful setting.
February 18, 2025
"Ye care deeply. No' about a lot. I reckon ye would, if ye werenae so intent on locking yersel away. I saw it when we met in the storm, a shepherd more concerned for his flock than himself or his bleeding foot."
I expected to like this book, but I didn't expect it to wreck me like I was right there with Folke in the middle of one of these thundering storms. Pure sorcery, I'm telling you.
I'll try not to give any spoilers, and I strongly encourage people to go into this book blindly. Believe me, it's so much better if you go into this without knowing the little details. Yes, even the ones that you're introduced to right at the beginning.
It's a poly story (MMM) about a lone shepherd Folke, who is saved by three soldiers during a storm, after which they end up taking shelter in his cottage. Folke wants them to leave as soon as possible, but he doesn't expect to grow fond of them, nor to discover some secrets that will change his perception of the world.
This was more than a snippet. This felt like the beginnings of a jumper being undone right at the hem, the first few stitches pulled loose. The thread now there for him to tug on. Fibres might snag, knots might build, but he could work his way through it. He could unravel it all if he were determined enough to be without the warmth of the jumper.
Folke, sweet Folke. I'm not the one to often get personal in my reviews, but some of the things in this book hit me very close and deep. I could really connect to him, to his loneliness, isolation, anxiety, insecurities, struggling to let go of the past and open his heart to others. He might seem a bit harsh at first, but I found him relatable and easy to understand.
"Your sheep will be fine."
Folke wanted to argue, it's the only thing I'm good for.
Voiced, "It's all I have."
And hated himself for it. Busied toeing dirt out from the soles of his boots, while Finlay remained silent. His eyes were on Folke, he could feel them.
"That's not true anymore, is it?"
Darach and Finlay are both complicated men, but still very different and both are more than what they seem at first. Darach is gentle and calm, but also possessive and a bit cunning. Finlay is fierce and abrasive, but protective and loyal. I kinda favored Darach at first, I'll admit, but then Finlay totally stole my heart. I still love them both to bits, but it was Fin who surprised me (positively) the most.
"I just - don't go anywhere without me. I'll be by your side. Even if you have to go shit in the woods, I'll come with you. I need to come with you. Do you understand? Don't go out on your own."
A breathless, shocked laugh sprang free. "Saying you're worried about me would be less crude."
Although perhaps too direct even for the blunted axe.
I loved how gentle and protective the two of them were of Folke, how much importance they put on consent. They didn't always deal with situation perfectly, but they continuously worked on finding the middle ground. The slight rivarly between Darach and Finlay fits the plot, but it did kill me at times. The two of them are romantically interested only in Folke, not in each other, yet they are connected and need each other in a very interesting way. But just like Folke, I yearned to see the two of them show some passion and possessiveness over each other as well. Who knows, maybe in the future? That aside, I loved how united they were in keeping Folke happy and safe, and how much love and affection Folke gave them in return.
Happy. He made both men happy.
Such a terrifying notion, when he'd never even entertained the thought of being someone's happiness before.
The whole situation with Thomas (the third soldier) was really amazing. I couldn't make up my mind about him. I am still conflicted, okay, but it's in the best possible way, because I really love when antagonistic characters aren't all black and white. I feel compassion for Thomas, because he's just a kid with unfair, painful past, yet I can't forgive him and his behavior. I'm so torn.
The story is mostly centered on Folke and his building relationship with two men, but there are interesting folklore-inspired fantasy elements in the background (it's all very spoilery, so I won't say more about it). The atmosphere is slightly melancholic and it touches some heavy stuff; grief, trauma and healing. But don't you worry, there's lots of hurt/comfort for our touch-starved MC, as well as plenty of spice.
And just let me gush real quick about my favorite thing ever... the 'handtimacy'. Gosh. I'm an utter sucker for description of hands and intimate, lingering touches. I don't know why, but I so rarely find this in books. This book, though, has plenty of handtimacy and I was in HEAVEN. So sensual and so beautifully written, to the point that I kept going back to reread paragraphs. Sadly, I was so immersed that I didn't highlight any of them, but I'll definitely make sure to add a few when I reread it.
Never again would he be able to stand isolation, to sleep alone in his bed. Darach and Finlay would break his heart. A stone under a sledgehammer, shattered into multitudinous pieces. Folke might take the shards and try to give them to others, someday. Try, and fail, for the shards would crumble in his attempts until nothing but dust remained. Because no one else would ever compare. He was ruined, irrevocably, and wouldn’t have it any other way.
Also, that cover is absolutely gorgeous.
Highly recommended.
°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*⁀°•*
(Have in my mind that my notes are purposely not as detailed as usual; I omitted some tropes and details that I found too spoilery)
*General Notes*
-fantasy, hurt/comfort, poly (MMM)
-spicy
-MCs are all 30+ years old ; not gonna tell you about Thomas.
-CW for grief and loss.
*Intimacy Notes*
-Top/bottom/verse:
-Kinks/sex notes: there's plenty of stuff; both Darach and Finlay are very different lovers; there are scenes with all three of them together, as well as Folke being intimate with them separately;
-Other:
•Consent is the sexiest thing ever and this book is big on it.
•Virgin MC
•handtimacy and necktimacy
•Darach and Finlay are very protective - and possessive - of Folke
•endearing nicknames (not gonna name them, go and experience it yourself)
January 9, 2026
(this is officialy my 200th book of 2025, yay!)
Rainsquall is this sort of historical, atmosferic fantasy, about a blind shepherd getting tangled with two soldiers who barge on his self-imposed isolation amidst thunder storms and wolf attacks.
one important detail is that our shepherd is blind.
this was my first time reading a first person narrative by a blind character (the book's a third person limited pov btw, a very close third-person). it took some getting used to at first, but it was very interesting and it added this entire layer of mystery and intrigue. our shepherd doesn't know what's happening on his hill, doesn't know why his sheep disappeared into a sink-hole. doesn't know what the soldiers aren't telling him. it was crazy to go into the mindset of someone who lost their sight in childhood and then decided to live alone, raising sheep in a hill in the middle of nowhere. i adore this character, i swear.
i will say, i picked this up for the m/m/m, and i was bummed out that the two soldiers still weren't romantic with each other by the end of the story. also... the "sophisticated words" the author, for some reason, warned us about in their warnings (i kid you not) only managed to take me out of the story and make the narrative sound snobish... more's the pity, this was still one of the most interesting reads of this year and i wish there was more of this universe, specially to see more these characters and see how their relationship progresses. lol.
i'm writing this review after also reading one of the author previous works and i have to say, i think penny moss is improving with each publication, which is always sooo exciting to see. i found Coil of Boughs very underwhelming compared to Rainsquall, so i don't think i will continue to read other previous works, but am still looking forward to future releases!
Rainsquall is this sort of historical, atmosferic fantasy, about a blind shepherd getting tangled with two soldiers who barge on his self-imposed isolation amidst thunder storms and wolf attacks.
one important detail is that our shepherd is blind.
this was my first time reading a first person narrative by a blind character (the book's a third person limited pov btw, a very close third-person). it took some getting used to at first, but it was very interesting and it added this entire layer of mystery and intrigue. our shepherd doesn't know what's happening on his hill, doesn't know why his sheep disappeared into a sink-hole. doesn't know what the soldiers aren't telling him. it was crazy to go into the mindset of someone who lost their sight in childhood and then decided to live alone, raising sheep in a hill in the middle of nowhere. i adore this character, i swear.
i will say, i picked this up for the m/m/m, and i was bummed out that the two soldiers still weren't romantic with each other by the end of the story. also... the "sophisticated words" the author, for some reason, warned us about in their warnings (i kid you not) only managed to take me out of the story and make the narrative sound snobish... more's the pity, this was still one of the most interesting reads of this year and i wish there was more of this universe, specially to see more these characters and see how their relationship progresses. lol.
i'm writing this review after also reading one of the author previous works and i have to say, i think penny moss is improving with each publication, which is always sooo exciting to see. i found Coil of Boughs very underwhelming compared to Rainsquall, so i don't think i will continue to read other previous works, but am still looking forward to future releases!
May 21, 2025
May 2025
Kindle edition
Read for a group challenge but wanted to DNF early on. This one wasn't for me. I struggled with the accent and Folke's prickly attitude. Add in Thomas and his murder attempt and it was a headache. Felt more HFN than HEA with room for a follow up. a wolf skin, a lightning dragon and a blind shepherd. It felt closed in and dragged a bit.
Kindle edition
Read for a group challenge but wanted to DNF early on. This one wasn't for me. I struggled with the accent and Folke's prickly attitude. Add in Thomas and his murder attempt and it was a headache. Felt more HFN than HEA with room for a follow up. a wolf skin, a lightning dragon and a blind shepherd. It felt closed in and dragged a bit.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 13, 2025
Stunning. Evocative, lyrical, incredibly poetic at times. Being immersed in Folke's perception was a great reading experience and the author was amazing at showing his world through no visual detail at all, avoiding the cliche of "heightened senses" but focusing on his emotional/physical perception instead. It was incredibly unique. And I loved Folke, seriously. Such an endearing character. Strong and afraid of being vulnerable, but searching desperately for love at the same time. And HIS MEN. GOD IN HEAVEN. I loved Fin way more than Darach, but that's how I'm wired. I found Fin way more into Folke in general, and I do like a grumpy big man 😂😂😂😂
4 stars because I felt many threads of this story were left loose - the worldbuilding, despite being incredible and immersive, was not fully fledged and did not answer all of my questions. More than anything... I felt a certain secret regarding Folke's blindness was hinted at many times, discussed sometimes, but never revealed... I felt cheated out of an important part of the story, this way.
But nevertheless an impressive novel, with amazing characters, extra hot in places, incredibly deep and sentimental, with a great writing style to match. One of the best readings of the year.
4 stars because I felt many threads of this story were left loose - the worldbuilding, despite being incredible and immersive, was not fully fledged and did not answer all of my questions. More than anything... I felt a certain secret regarding Folke's blindness was hinted at many times, discussed sometimes, but never revealed... I felt cheated out of an important part of the story, this way.
But nevertheless an impressive novel, with amazing characters, extra hot in places, incredibly deep and sentimental, with a great writing style to match. One of the best readings of the year.
April 13, 2025
Character- 4.25/5
Plot- 3.75/5
Pacing- 4/5
Entertainment- 4.5/5
Rating- 4/5
This might be one of the spiciest books I've read, and I had the misfortune of finding this out 30,000 feet in the air and sat beside a 80 year old woman. Needless to say I was hooked.
This book has a certain style and charm to it I'm all on board for, from the setting, to the language of the characters, I felt thoroughly immersed. The plot of this book is a little out there. We have a shepherd in the Welsh country side slowly losing his sheep due to his inability to care for them. The reason he is unable to tend to them is due to the fact that he is blind. During a particularly dangerous storm, three individuals, Finley, Darah and Thomas show up, with Finley and Darah in particular becoming immediately enamoured by him.
And thus begins one of the spiciest stories I've ever read.
I enjoy Folke's character in this book, and I find his struggles with his blindness, and the deep seeded pride instilled into him by his mother, a fascinating combination to watch play out in his character journey. He slowly has to begin to accept help from others again, overcoming his stubbornness and learning once again to trust.
Finley and Darah also have somewhat of a journey in this book, both having to set aside their more savage natures to accommodate Folke's need for closeness and *cough* physical needs....
There is also an element of fantasy to this book, with an undercurrent of suspicious happenings in relation to the reoccurring storms that Finley and Darah seem to get caught up in. This is developed further, but I felt at times that it was a little unnecessary for the story. Honestly if you were to remove the mystical elements of the story, the main events and story beats would essentially remain the same. I would be interested in learning more about the fantasy elements of this world, and maybe have a greater focus put on that particular part of the story.
But I have to be honest, this book was actually very entertaining to read, I had an absolute blast, and was genuinely disappointed when it ended. I'd love to see this story continued, and will be looking out for more books from Penny Moss. She's really impressed me with this one, great job.
Plot- 3.75/5
Pacing- 4/5
Entertainment- 4.5/5
Rating- 4/5
This might be one of the spiciest books I've read, and I had the misfortune of finding this out 30,000 feet in the air and sat beside a 80 year old woman. Needless to say I was hooked.
This book has a certain style and charm to it I'm all on board for, from the setting, to the language of the characters, I felt thoroughly immersed. The plot of this book is a little out there. We have a shepherd in the Welsh country side slowly losing his sheep due to his inability to care for them. The reason he is unable to tend to them is due to the fact that he is blind. During a particularly dangerous storm, three individuals, Finley, Darah and Thomas show up, with Finley and Darah in particular becoming immediately enamoured by him.
And thus begins one of the spiciest stories I've ever read.
I enjoy Folke's character in this book, and I find his struggles with his blindness, and the deep seeded pride instilled into him by his mother, a fascinating combination to watch play out in his character journey. He slowly has to begin to accept help from others again, overcoming his stubbornness and learning once again to trust.
Finley and Darah also have somewhat of a journey in this book, both having to set aside their more savage natures to accommodate Folke's need for closeness and *cough* physical needs....
There is also an element of fantasy to this book, with an undercurrent of suspicious happenings in relation to the reoccurring storms that Finley and Darah seem to get caught up in. This is developed further, but I felt at times that it was a little unnecessary for the story. Honestly if you were to remove the mystical elements of the story, the main events and story beats would essentially remain the same. I would be interested in learning more about the fantasy elements of this world, and maybe have a greater focus put on that particular part of the story.
But I have to be honest, this book was actually very entertaining to read, I had an absolute blast, and was genuinely disappointed when it ended. I'd love to see this story continued, and will be looking out for more books from Penny Moss. She's really impressed me with this one, great job.
April 21, 2025
4⭐️
Folke is a Shepard, left alone caring for a dwindling flock of ewes is not easy. After losing his sight and his family, his flock is all he has left. Terrible storms threaten to take his sheep, until three mysterious men show up at his place, and completely turn his world upside down.
This book has me really torn, because there are some things I absolutely loved, and some things that were really frustrating for me. My overall feelings are good, though!
The reason why I rated this book so highly is the absolutely incredible writing style. It’s truly beautifully crafted, and the prose and word choice is just gorgeous. Completely atmospheric. I even learned a couple new words while reading. The characters are similarly written with such interesting descriptions. With the main character being blind, the writing also focuses on the feelings and sounds, rather than just how things appeared. This heightened the mystery in the early book, and really made it interesting to read. I truly must commend the author for the amount of work it must have taken to write so beautifully and with such attention to detail.
My main issue with this book is the plot. While the first half of the book is really interesting, especially with the mystery and intrigue surrounding the characters, the overall plot and reveals are underwhelming. In the beginning, it feels like the book is working up to a big reveal or climax, yet that doesn’t really come. Instead the action is kind of just explained to Folke. Since Folke isn’t directly involved in a lot of the action as well, it seems a bit anticlimactic. It also feels like there are some unresolved points, and some details are not clearly explained. This might be done on purpose, but it made me feel a little unsatisfied.
Anyways, this book is definitely worth a read. It’s M/M/M, not MMM, meaning two of the characters are with the main character, but not with each other. It’s like nothing I’ve read before!
Folke is a Shepard, left alone caring for a dwindling flock of ewes is not easy. After losing his sight and his family, his flock is all he has left. Terrible storms threaten to take his sheep, until three mysterious men show up at his place, and completely turn his world upside down.
This book has me really torn, because there are some things I absolutely loved, and some things that were really frustrating for me. My overall feelings are good, though!
The reason why I rated this book so highly is the absolutely incredible writing style. It’s truly beautifully crafted, and the prose and word choice is just gorgeous. Completely atmospheric. I even learned a couple new words while reading. The characters are similarly written with such interesting descriptions. With the main character being blind, the writing also focuses on the feelings and sounds, rather than just how things appeared. This heightened the mystery in the early book, and really made it interesting to read. I truly must commend the author for the amount of work it must have taken to write so beautifully and with such attention to detail.
My main issue with this book is the plot. While the first half of the book is really interesting, especially with the mystery and intrigue surrounding the characters, the overall plot and reveals are underwhelming. In the beginning, it feels like the book is working up to a big reveal or climax, yet that doesn’t really come. Instead the action is kind of just explained to Folke. Since Folke isn’t directly involved in a lot of the action as well, it seems a bit anticlimactic. It also feels like there are some unresolved points, and some details are not clearly explained. This might be done on purpose, but it made me feel a little unsatisfied.
Anyways, this book is definitely worth a read. It’s M/M/M, not MMM, meaning two of the characters are with the main character, but not with each other. It’s like nothing I’ve read before!
February 15, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I highly reccomend it to anyone who loves "why choose" and fantasy type books. I loved how it was written and it definitely utilizes an impressive vocabulary. I'd like to consider myself well-read but I had to use my dictionary option to learn about new words I'd never seen before. Suddenly I feel a lot smarter.
I received this book as an ARC and I'm so happy I signed up to do so. The writing truly was poetic and beautiful. I loved Darach and how gentle and loving he was (until the smexy scenes *wink wink*). I love the idea of Finlay needing to keep control of the dragon he is. Just their entire system of sharing Folke. I love the "why choose" aspect, even though the two men are clearly a bit jealous of each other at times.
I also loved Finlay and how rough and gruff he was. True to the American name lmfao. He's got a nasty mouth and a bad attitude but I absolutely adore him because he clearly had a soft spot for Folke. I think there was a lot of character growth for everyone that I appreciated.
My only true complaint was Folke was hard for me to like in the beginning because of how cruel he was to others. But it all makes sense due to his trauma and the lack of coddling. We all heal differently and he clearly needed his big sexy men to help push him in that right direction. I grew to like him more, because truthfully, I think I'm quite similar to him. Which is not always fun to hear when a character has their faults. But I appreciate his growth and him trying to better himself. I am definitely a little disappointed about Thomas and how he never changed his ways. Idk why I was so hopeful for a three dad type dynamic, trying to raise Thomas right. But of course, plot is important to stories. So I understand.
Overall, this book was beautifully written and I definitely recommend it. I truly hope their story is expanded on even more and can't wait to hopefully get more ARCs from this author... Though, I should read other books they have out. This was my first book by them and I'm pleased. Apologies if my review is a little disorganized.. I'm still new to ARCs and how to best review them.
P.S. I too was raised religious and am a disaster pansexual who loves m/m and monsters so can't wait to see what more Moss comes out with. Thank you for letting me read this beautiful book for free.
I received this book as an ARC and I'm so happy I signed up to do so. The writing truly was poetic and beautiful. I loved Darach and how gentle and loving he was (until the smexy scenes *wink wink*). I love the idea of Finlay needing to keep control of the dragon he is. Just their entire system of sharing Folke. I love the "why choose" aspect, even though the two men are clearly a bit jealous of each other at times.
I also loved Finlay and how rough and gruff he was. True to the American name lmfao. He's got a nasty mouth and a bad attitude but I absolutely adore him because he clearly had a soft spot for Folke. I think there was a lot of character growth for everyone that I appreciated.
My only true complaint was Folke was hard for me to like in the beginning because of how cruel he was to others. But it all makes sense due to his trauma and the lack of coddling. We all heal differently and he clearly needed his big sexy men to help push him in that right direction. I grew to like him more, because truthfully, I think I'm quite similar to him. Which is not always fun to hear when a character has their faults. But I appreciate his growth and him trying to better himself. I am definitely a little disappointed about Thomas and how he never changed his ways. Idk why I was so hopeful for a three dad type dynamic, trying to raise Thomas right. But of course, plot is important to stories. So I understand.
Overall, this book was beautifully written and I definitely recommend it. I truly hope their story is expanded on even more and can't wait to hopefully get more ARCs from this author... Though, I should read other books they have out. This was my first book by them and I'm pleased. Apologies if my review is a little disorganized.. I'm still new to ARCs and how to best review them.
P.S. I too was raised religious and am a disaster pansexual who loves m/m and monsters so can't wait to see what more Moss comes out with. Thank you for letting me read this beautiful book for free.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 3, 2025
Holy hell, this book.
Rainsquall was like nothing I’ve ever read before. Single 3rd-person POV is usually my least favorite, but here it worked so perfectly — maybe because Folke himself is blind. I felt blind right alongside him. His perception of the world is so unique, sometimes confusing in the best way, and I was too busy devouring pages to stop and backtrack. I’ll be rereading, probably multiple times, because I know there are layers I missed the first go-round.
Folke’s story broke my heart. Losing his sight at 14, raised by a mother who clearly loved him but also instilled deep mistrust of the world — and then she’s gone. By the time the story starts, he’s lost almost everything, clinging to his last two sheep and the memory of his dog Needle. His loneliness just hums through every page. I also couldn’t help but feel like he might be on the spectrum — his stimming, social anxiety, and tendency to vanish into his thoughts were written with such raw tenderness.
And then come the other two MCs. They fall hard, and wow, does the reader fall with them. Somehow the author made Folke’s beauty shine without him ever once caring about it or seeing it in a mirror. That balance of innocence and sensuality? Unreal.
Oh, and the steam? Off. The. Charts. This is MMM poly, virgin bottom, two tops (who do not cross swords). There’s competition, jealousy, tenderness, and eventually acceptance. The dynamic is both scorching and surprisingly sweet.
Bonus shout-out for the content warning: “don’t read this book if you don’t like big words.” 😂 Accurate. Even my Kindle dictionary was stumped a few times. But I loved that about it — it felt lush, deliberate, and different.
Overall: heartbreaking, hot, and completely original. Definitely a HFN, and I’m begging for a duet because Folke deserves more story. What a sweetheart he was.
Rainsquall was like nothing I’ve ever read before. Single 3rd-person POV is usually my least favorite, but here it worked so perfectly — maybe because Folke himself is blind. I felt blind right alongside him. His perception of the world is so unique, sometimes confusing in the best way, and I was too busy devouring pages to stop and backtrack. I’ll be rereading, probably multiple times, because I know there are layers I missed the first go-round.
Folke’s story broke my heart. Losing his sight at 14, raised by a mother who clearly loved him but also instilled deep mistrust of the world — and then she’s gone. By the time the story starts, he’s lost almost everything, clinging to his last two sheep and the memory of his dog Needle. His loneliness just hums through every page. I also couldn’t help but feel like he might be on the spectrum — his stimming, social anxiety, and tendency to vanish into his thoughts were written with such raw tenderness.
And then come the other two MCs. They fall hard, and wow, does the reader fall with them. Somehow the author made Folke’s beauty shine without him ever once caring about it or seeing it in a mirror. That balance of innocence and sensuality? Unreal.
Oh, and the steam? Off. The. Charts. This is MMM poly, virgin bottom, two tops (who do not cross swords). There’s competition, jealousy, tenderness, and eventually acceptance. The dynamic is both scorching and surprisingly sweet.
Bonus shout-out for the content warning: “don’t read this book if you don’t like big words.” 😂 Accurate. Even my Kindle dictionary was stumped a few times. But I loved that about it — it felt lush, deliberate, and different.
Overall: heartbreaking, hot, and completely original. Definitely a HFN, and I’m begging for a duet because Folke deserves more story. What a sweetheart he was.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 21, 2025
”To the ones who have forgotten how to hope.”
Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 / 5 (rounded up)
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5 / 5
This book is breathtaking in so many ways. Moss’s prose is deep and heartfelt, creating palpable tension on the page. I went into this book with little context, and I’m grateful I did. My review is brief, so as to preserve this story’s magic.
It’s clear the author loved these characters and their journey. There is intricate care woven into the fabric of Folke’s life and experience. Rainsquall reads like a historical drama, but it doesn’t skimp on the spice. The scenes are detailed and intimate, and even though one of our leads is inexperienced in many ways, they read maturely.
I have only one note. I wanted more swoon-worthy moments. More heartfelt declarations and less left unsaid and interpreted by an unreliable narrator. I wanted a schmoopy scene that helped me .
I recommend this story highly for those who enjoy deep, introspective character studies (we spend a lot of time perceiving the world as Folke does), detailed descriptive narratives, and exploration of human emotion and growth.
📚Fast facts📚
✨ Deep & emotional
✨ Character-driven
✨ Inexperienced MMC
✨ (Almost) everyone’s grumpy
✨ Touch of mythology
✨ Disability rep
✨ Historical M/M/M
✨ Third person limited
I am grateful to the author to have received an ARC of this story! This is my honest and unbiased review.
Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5 / 5 (rounded up)
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️.5 / 5
This book is breathtaking in so many ways. Moss’s prose is deep and heartfelt, creating palpable tension on the page. I went into this book with little context, and I’m grateful I did. My review is brief, so as to preserve this story’s magic.
It’s clear the author loved these characters and their journey. There is intricate care woven into the fabric of Folke’s life and experience. Rainsquall reads like a historical drama, but it doesn’t skimp on the spice. The scenes are detailed and intimate, and even though one of our leads is inexperienced in many ways, they read maturely.
I have only one note. I wanted more swoon-worthy moments. More heartfelt declarations and less left unsaid and interpreted by an unreliable narrator. I wanted a schmoopy scene that helped me .
I recommend this story highly for those who enjoy deep, introspective character studies (we spend a lot of time perceiving the world as Folke does), detailed descriptive narratives, and exploration of human emotion and growth.
📚Fast facts📚
✨ Deep & emotional
✨ Character-driven
✨ Inexperienced MMC
✨ (Almost) everyone’s grumpy
✨ Touch of mythology
✨ Disability rep
✨ Historical M/M/M
✨ Third person limited
I am grateful to the author to have received an ARC of this story! This is my honest and unbiased review.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 123 reviews