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Hosed: A Sentient Object Romance
“I saw the way you were looking at your friends. I wanted you to be happy, but I wasn’t trying to play matchmaker or anything. I swear!”
After a minor magical mishap, Kate finds watering the garden a much more enjoyable chore as her hose is enhanced with new special features. When they have a night of fun, she needs to decide whether she is looking for more from her garden hose or if Adrian is already more than she could have hoped for.
Hosed is book 10 in the Kyleverse, a series of sentient object romance short stories. Kyle isn’t the main character, but he shows up to help the plot in one way or another. The stories are sequential but can be read as standalones.
After a minor magical mishap, Kate finds watering the garden a much more enjoyable chore as her hose is enhanced with new special features. When they have a night of fun, she needs to decide whether she is looking for more from her garden hose or if Adrian is already more than she could have hoped for.
Hosed is book 10 in the Kyleverse, a series of sentient object romance short stories. Kyle isn’t the main character, but he shows up to help the plot in one way or another. The stories are sequential but can be read as standalones.
- GenresParanormal Romance
71 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 5, 2025
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Nicole Parker
39 books105 followersNicole Parker is the author of creative and humorous romance stories. She is a 30-something California native who spends the great majority of her free time writing books, reading books, or organizing her ever growing TBR list. She also has a spouse, some kids, and pets, but this isn't about them. Nicole's books are funny, raunchy, silly, and most importantly full of good vibes and happy endings.
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January 10, 2025
I really liked how this one touched on their comfort and communication as key to "breaking the curse". House party with multiple past characters gave me warm fuzzies, almost as if I had friends IRL.
Kyle revisits his talents as a rigger and made me feel some kinda way.
Kyle revisits his talents as a rigger and made me feel some kinda way.
January 5, 2025
im going to need a hose to cool off
Another hit for the Kyleverse. Somehow these books can be so silly and also so real? Like touching on insecurity while also questioning how animal control would handle a sentient snake. Also spicy, as expected.
Another hit for the Kyleverse. Somehow these books can be so silly and also so real? Like touching on insecurity while also questioning how animal control would handle a sentient snake. Also spicy, as expected.
January 4, 2025
This book gives new meaning to drinking straight from the hose!
Nicole has done it again with a funny and spicy sentient object romance! Adrian, the garden hose, is quick to voice what he wants from Kayla and everyone's always helpful friend, Kyle. Loved the creativity of using the garden trellis for some impromptu restraints. The insecurity both Kayla and Adrian felt about their budding relationship was incredibly relatable.
The Kyleverse is a must-read for anyone interested in sentient object romance!
Nicole has done it again with a funny and spicy sentient object romance! Adrian, the garden hose, is quick to voice what he wants from Kayla and everyone's always helpful friend, Kyle. Loved the creativity of using the garden trellis for some impromptu restraints. The insecurity both Kayla and Adrian felt about their budding relationship was incredibly relatable.
The Kyleverse is a must-read for anyone interested in sentient object romance!
January 5, 2025
I need a shed and a bunch of sentient garden tools. First a rake, now a hose. What's Nicole going to add next. I never put much thought into the anatomy of a hose so I was surprised with it's versatility in the bedroom especially where Kyle is concerned. Another fun romp in the Kyleverse to leave me panting for more. Hose me down if I get too impatient!
December 28, 2024
A garden hose.
Honestly I can't look at anything now and not think "WWKD What would Kyle do" LOL
Kate and Adrian was a fun addition to the Kyleverse, lots of crossovers and always entertaining!
Honestly I can't look at anything now and not think "WWKD What would Kyle do" LOL
Kate and Adrian was a fun addition to the Kyleverse, lots of crossovers and always entertaining!
December 27, 2024
Another unhinged sentiment object in the Kyleverse. I did love Kate & Adrian actually talking through their insecurities. Very precious but also nice & spicy 😏
January 4, 2025
When a main character can soak you in seconds, tie you up without lifting a finger, and leave you questioning your sanity (and maybe your morals), you know you’ve wandered into Nicole Parker’s world. And let me tell you, while your TBR might be in shambles, you’re definitely in good hands, or, frankly, whatever appendage or object happens to be nearby.
Spoiler Alert (but not really): I am an OBSESSED, card-carrying, unashamedly-devoted fan of the Kyleverse. This book? Oh, it checks every single box. It’s silly, it’s fun, it’s got inventive spicy time (featuring things you’d never expect to spice up your life), and of course, there’s Kyle. Always helpful, always ready to lend a hand, or, you know, anything else you might need—and he’s happy to come………. whenever he’s called.
Let’s get real. This isn’t your average romance. If you’re looking for a sentient book where a hose (yes, a HOSE) and a girl team up to tackle self-esteem issues, embrace change, and maybe discover a little something extra about themselves along the way, this is EXACTLY the book for you. It’s short, it’s spicy, and it slides perfectly between your heavier reads like a well-lubed bookmark.
So grab a towel (trust me, you’ll need it), suspend your disbelief, and dive into this wild, wet, and wickedly fun adventure. You might lose track of time—or your TBR—but you’re guaranteed to have a blast!
Spoiler Alert (but not really): I am an OBSESSED, card-carrying, unashamedly-devoted fan of the Kyleverse. This book? Oh, it checks every single box. It’s silly, it’s fun, it’s got inventive spicy time (featuring things you’d never expect to spice up your life), and of course, there’s Kyle. Always helpful, always ready to lend a hand, or, you know, anything else you might need—and he’s happy to come………. whenever he’s called.
Let’s get real. This isn’t your average romance. If you’re looking for a sentient book where a hose (yes, a HOSE) and a girl team up to tackle self-esteem issues, embrace change, and maybe discover a little something extra about themselves along the way, this is EXACTLY the book for you. It’s short, it’s spicy, and it slides perfectly between your heavier reads like a well-lubed bookmark.
So grab a towel (trust me, you’ll need it), suspend your disbelief, and dive into this wild, wet, and wickedly fun adventure. You might lose track of time—or your TBR—but you’re guaranteed to have a blast!
June 6, 2025
Now this one I can get behind. A hose. Water. Had me thinking like jets in a pool/hottub/jacuzzi. I can’t be the only one…right? lol
This story follows Kate. She’s discovered that her gardening hose can move and talk. Turns out Adrian is trapped inside of this hose due to a magical mishap of sorts. This wasn’t a favorite but I did enjoy it.
This story follows Kate. She’s discovered that her gardening hose can move and talk. Turns out Adrian is trapped inside of this hose due to a magical mishap of sorts. This wasn’t a favorite but I did enjoy it.
January 5, 2025
I might do more yard work if I had sentient yard tools, first a rake and now a hose!
Hosed is a short swoon worthy romance about a magical accident that leads to love in an unexpected form, a garden hose. Honestly, it’s probably expected because this is a Nicole Parker book but she does not dissapoint with it. Kate gets a suprise when she finds he hose is suddenly sentient but don’t worry our guide to loving Sentient objects, Kyle, swoops in to help her navigate this new experience with her hose, Adrian.
Overall, love this book and this series. These books are so much fun and Hosed is the 10th book in the Kyleverse!
Hosed is a short swoon worthy romance about a magical accident that leads to love in an unexpected form, a garden hose. Honestly, it’s probably expected because this is a Nicole Parker book but she does not dissapoint with it. Kate gets a suprise when she finds he hose is suddenly sentient but don’t worry our guide to loving Sentient objects, Kyle, swoops in to help her navigate this new experience with her hose, Adrian.
Overall, love this book and this series. These books are so much fun and Hosed is the 10th book in the Kyleverse!
July 23, 2025
When the hose went out into town by himself and someone called animal control on him I genuinely laughed so much I fell off my swivel chair
July 24, 2025
I have so many questions. Kyle is always just happening upon situations and just ready to GO. I love him for that.
August 11, 2025
I did not know how fun a hose can be.
Special shout out to the person that called animal patrol when the hose went out into town
Special shout out to the person that called animal patrol when the hose went out into town
January 1, 2025
Kate looking around her party and discounting everyone as people who wouldn't understand her hose suddenly becoming sentient had me dying! Most everyone there wouldn't have batted an eye, not that she'd know that. It's so funny that all these people have sentient object/former sentient object mates, but next to no one knows about each other.
Hosed was a great way to start my new year! It was just as much fun as the other books, and now that I've actually read them, the cameos by other characters was that much better. Kate certainly took her hose being sentient better than most, but it always makes me laugh how blasé Kyle always is about the situation when everyone is expecting him to freak out.
Nicole is so creative with these books, and I'm so happy I got to take a look at this one early! Hosed was adorable and another great entry to the Kyleverse!
Hosed was a great way to start my new year! It was just as much fun as the other books, and now that I've actually read them, the cameos by other characters was that much better. Kate certainly took her hose being sentient better than most, but it always makes me laugh how blasé Kyle always is about the situation when everyone is expecting him to freak out.
Nicole is so creative with these books, and I'm so happy I got to take a look at this one early! Hosed was adorable and another great entry to the Kyleverse!
January 5, 2025
I love this series. 😂 there’s never a dull moment when objects come to life for s3x 🤣 Kyle as always was the star of the show for me and the story was hilarious. I def recommend picking up any book from this series if you wanna lol.
January 4, 2025
This series never ceases to amaze me; it just keeps getting better! And this time, we have none other than a garden hose! What would you do if you saw a hose slithering across your backyard? Plus, it helps keep you cool during those hot moments, if you know what I mean *wink*. We can’t help but thank our friend and savior Kyle—there’s no problem he can’t solve. Nicole, you’ve done it again! Another perfect addition to the Kyleverse. What a great way to start the year!
December 31, 2024
Nicole is like fine wine, she just keeps getting better and better with time!
Hosed was such a fun read that had me snorting and giggling the whole time! This was porbably the most wittiest book in the Kyleverse and I am all for it!
Adrian is so sweet and loving. I really enjoyed the topic of insecurity that this book touched on in a way that was real but also light!
Now to go talk to my hose.....
Hosed was such a fun read that had me snorting and giggling the whole time! This was porbably the most wittiest book in the Kyleverse and I am all for it!
Adrian is so sweet and loving. I really enjoyed the topic of insecurity that this book touched on in a way that was real but also light!
Now to go talk to my hose.....
January 1, 2025
Squeezing the last one into 2024
I feel like I’m part of this town now, I know the couples and the small businesses. Where’s my sentient partner?! Hello, Brittany and Kayla?? Jk I’m married
Kyle is my fave, down to party with anyone anytime! Always caring and respecting boundaries. Always giving the big Os!
I feel like I’m part of this town now, I know the couples and the small businesses. Where’s my sentient partner?! Hello, Brittany and Kayla?? Jk I’m married
Kyle is my fave, down to party with anyone anytime! Always caring and respecting boundaries. Always giving the big Os!
December 27, 2024
Did I ever think I would become emotionally attached to a sentient hose? Absolutely not. Am I now though? Yes, thanks to Nicole! And so is our lovely FMC!🤣 She is constantly making me realize just how ✨wacky✨ I am. Hosed was absolutely amazing!!! I’m always wondering how Nicole comes up with these novellas and every time I’m amazed by her and her brain!! From beginning to end, Hosed is hot, Hot, HOT!!! I may or may not be in love with Adrian. I also loved Kate!! She is such a gorgeous sweetie! And of course, Kyle is always the best helper in any ✨unusual✨ situations. Hosed just may be my new favorite book in the Kyleverse!
December 29, 2024
This is an Arc review.
Every time I read a book from this author, I think to myself, wouldn’t it be nice if we all had a witch in our back pocket to create the perfect boyfriend from a benign household item?
I loved this book. Adrian was all the green flags. Kate was cute as hell. Kyle was perfection, as per usual.
Every time I read a book from this author, I think to myself, wouldn’t it be nice if we all had a witch in our back pocket to create the perfect boyfriend from a benign household item?
I loved this book. Adrian was all the green flags. Kate was cute as hell. Kyle was perfection, as per usual.
December 31, 2024
I'm going to need a whole garden supply series. You had me with Rake but now I'm a hoe for a hose. Watermelon "water" HI. YES PLS. And like always, Kyle is there to lend a helPEEN hand. What a guy. Nicole always nails the vibe and brings the fun!
December 30, 2024
Kate and Adrian are another great couple to add to this latest book in the Kyleverse! In addition to learning more from some old favourite characters! Hosed is fun and sexy, you will need to hose off after reading these steamy scenes.
December 29, 2024
This book has everything: a sentient garden hose, backyard improvised shibari, watermelon flavoring, and Kyle.
Kate is envious of her friend's relationships, and finds her dreams coming true in the form of a very friendly garden hose named Adrian. Soon, Kate, Adrian, and Kyle find themselves all tangled up in so many ways. And Kate finds herself growing feelings for her hosefriend? Boyhose?
A sweet, spicy, fun romp back into the Kyleverse.
Kate is envious of her friend's relationships, and finds her dreams coming true in the form of a very friendly garden hose named Adrian. Soon, Kate, Adrian, and Kyle find themselves all tangled up in so many ways. And Kate finds herself growing feelings for her hosefriend? Boyhose?
A sweet, spicy, fun romp back into the Kyleverse.
December 27, 2024
Hosed by Nicole Parker
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You’re going to need a hose after this book to wash all the filth off. Not that it’s a bad thing. 😜
This was my first sentient being book and I’m surprised. I wasn’t sure how I’d like it but it was fun and sexy. I’m glad I started with Hosed.
Like Nicole said “there are no bad ideas” and she ran with that.
Hosed is a great mix of silly, sweet and raunchy. Once you start it you’ll finish it within the hour like I did. You just can’t put it down.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You’re going to need a hose after this book to wash all the filth off. Not that it’s a bad thing. 😜
This was my first sentient being book and I’m surprised. I wasn’t sure how I’d like it but it was fun and sexy. I’m glad I started with Hosed.
Like Nicole said “there are no bad ideas” and she ran with that.
Hosed is a great mix of silly, sweet and raunchy. Once you start it you’ll finish it within the hour like I did. You just can’t put it down.
December 27, 2024
Adding garden hose to my next shopping list!
Adrian and Kate are absolutely adorable in this next part of the Kyleverse. Their connection is so sweet and pure. The way they work through their insecurities is so sweet plus the spice is amazing.
Also of course, our main man Kyle is back and damn does he do it right this time. Sign me up for being tied up by Kyle!
Adrian and Kate are absolutely adorable in this next part of the Kyleverse. Their connection is so sweet and pure. The way they work through their insecurities is so sweet plus the spice is amazing.
Also of course, our main man Kyle is back and damn does he do it right this time. Sign me up for being tied up by Kyle!
December 1, 2025
Sometimes starting book 10 in a series leaves you with questions that were probably answered in the first 9 books.
Great writing for a short story, I'm sure my book club will like this one.
Great writing for a short story, I'm sure my book club will like this one.
January 2, 2025
• Kyle!
• Watermelon "water"
• Shibari
• 'Hose' on hose action
• He doesn't need to be connected to water your garden
Book 10 in the Kyleverse where Kate is ready to get wet and wild with her garden hose!
As always, Kyle is readily available to lend a helping hand because he's good like that!
In true Kyleverse fashion, this story is bursting with fun shenaningans that will leave you needing to be hosed down.
Kate and Adrian are adorable together. They're both a little insecure, and that vulnerability had me emotionally invested and rooting for them!
Honestly, if my garden tools came to life, I'd be much more interested in gardening! I loved it!
• Watermelon "water"
• Shibari
• 'Hose' on hose action
• He doesn't need to be connected to water your garden
Book 10 in the Kyleverse where Kate is ready to get wet and wild with her garden hose!
As always, Kyle is readily available to lend a helping hand because he's good like that!
In true Kyleverse fashion, this story is bursting with fun shenaningans that will leave you needing to be hosed down.
Kate and Adrian are adorable together. They're both a little insecure, and that vulnerability had me emotionally invested and rooting for them!
Honestly, if my garden tools came to life, I'd be much more interested in gardening! I loved it!
January 12, 2025
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Another masterpiece by Nicole. 💚
I feel like I am always saying, "This is one of my favorite Kyleverse stories yet!" But, I can't help it when each one somehow gets better than the last! I always love getting more insight into the chaotic magic system of this world and getting to see past couples.
Kate and Adrian are absolutely adorable together. Navigating his newfound sentience and their shared insecurities.
And in true Kyleverse fashion. Kyle is there, and things get HOTT. Thankfully, Adrian is well equipped. 😉
Expect:
💚 Accidental magic
💦 Hose bondage
💚 Flavored 💦
💦 Ridged 🍆
💚 Anniversary surprises
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶
Another masterpiece by Nicole. 💚
I feel like I am always saying, "This is one of my favorite Kyleverse stories yet!" But, I can't help it when each one somehow gets better than the last! I always love getting more insight into the chaotic magic system of this world and getting to see past couples.
Kate and Adrian are absolutely adorable together. Navigating his newfound sentience and their shared insecurities.
And in true Kyleverse fashion. Kyle is there, and things get HOTT. Thankfully, Adrian is well equipped. 😉
Expect:
💚 Accidental magic
💦 Hose bondage
💚 Flavored 💦
💦 Ridged 🍆
💚 Anniversary surprises
February 20, 2026
Book number 10 in the Kyleverse series and we truly have had such a wide array of sentient objects so it felt full circle to return to gardening equipment in Hosed as the first book in this series is Rake.
For me, this was one of the weaker instalments in the series and I didn't get as much enjoyment out of reading this as others. It didn't feel as humourous and I didn't feel the connection between the main characters but still had quite a fun time overall with this buddy read.
2.5 stars (rounded down to 2 on Goodreads)
For me, this was one of the weaker instalments in the series and I didn't get as much enjoyment out of reading this as others. It didn't feel as humourous and I didn't feel the connection between the main characters but still had quite a fun time overall with this buddy read.
2.5 stars (rounded down to 2 on Goodreads)
August 1, 2025
Kyle really is an all around amazing guy helping people he barely knows. I really enjoyed Kate and Adrian maybe the most so far in this series. These books get better and better as we meet more individuals from this magical town. There is some light tying up, but all parties are more than willing to participate and, in the end, love shows things were meant to be. I truly hope this friend group continues to grow.
February 2, 2025
I don’t think I’ll ever look at a garden hose the same way again 😆
Like all the Kyleverse novellas, I really enjoyed this one. It was very funny and at the same time explored serious themes such as lack of self-confidence. Kate and Adrian are really cute together and Kyle is always the right man for the job—that’s why we love him so much.
Like all the Kyleverse novellas, I really enjoyed this one. It was very funny and at the same time explored serious themes such as lack of self-confidence. Kate and Adrian are really cute together and Kyle is always the right man for the job—that’s why we love him so much.
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