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Bad Things Come in 3s
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Expected 13 Feb 26"They say bad things come in threes. Turns out, yeah—we do."
I hightailed it the hell out of Felcove four years ago. Away from middle of nowhere Michigan. Away from the Midwest's supernatural epicenter and my future as a Garland witch.
Away from Emery, my werewolf bestie... and far, far away from Tyler fucking Hargraves.
Then Grams died. She wasn't supposed to. Maybe not ever. Garland witches don't just kick the bucket. Suddenly, I've got responsibilities I never prepared for and the family monarchy on my shoulders. And there was no way in hell I was going to dodge the two formerly most important people in my life while I was in town. Accidentally roping both Tyler and Emery into a full moon sex magic ritual didn't help matters, either. Now I'm never getting rid of them—and I don't think I want to.
—
Follow our witch Hudson as he challenges the traditions of love and magic, our werewolf Emery as he holds fast to the boy that has long held his heart, and our headstrong mortal Tyler as he breaks free of a life unfulfilled and fights to right the wrongs of his past. Bad Things Come in 3s is an MMM paranormal romance full of spice, laugh out loud banter, and a supernatural happily ever after.
I hightailed it the hell out of Felcove four years ago. Away from middle of nowhere Michigan. Away from the Midwest's supernatural epicenter and my future as a Garland witch.
Away from Emery, my werewolf bestie... and far, far away from Tyler fucking Hargraves.
Then Grams died. She wasn't supposed to. Maybe not ever. Garland witches don't just kick the bucket. Suddenly, I've got responsibilities I never prepared for and the family monarchy on my shoulders. And there was no way in hell I was going to dodge the two formerly most important people in my life while I was in town. Accidentally roping both Tyler and Emery into a full moon sex magic ritual didn't help matters, either. Now I'm never getting rid of them—and I don't think I want to.
—
Follow our witch Hudson as he challenges the traditions of love and magic, our werewolf Emery as he holds fast to the boy that has long held his heart, and our headstrong mortal Tyler as he breaks free of a life unfulfilled and fights to right the wrongs of his past. Bad Things Come in 3s is an MMM paranormal romance full of spice, laugh out loud banter, and a supernatural happily ever after.
- GenresParanormal
329 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 13, 2026
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Jonathan Hawker
5 books38 followersJonathan Hawker is a queer fantasy author, with a love for magic, all things supernatural, and endlessly witty banter.
Born and raised in Michigan, he lives with his husband, Keiri, and their three cats. Between writing, he enjoys gaming—both video and tabletop—constant EDM music, and of course, reading as much MM fiction as he can get his hands on.
Born and raised in Michigan, he lives with his husband, Keiri, and their three cats. Between writing, he enjoys gaming—both video and tabletop—constant EDM music, and of course, reading as much MM fiction as he can get his hands on.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Starting 2026 off with a bang literally, figuratively and everything in between.
There are some books where you read the first chapter and you think "wow. This is going to be so good. Will I even be able to handle it?". This book crashed into my consciousness and has now taken up permanent residence. This author puts something into his characters that inexplicably brings them to life in addictive and wonderful ways. Seriously. From the moment I opened the book Hudson, Emery, and Tyler had a strangle hold on me.
This book blends romance, magic, and mischief in one molotov cocktail of excitement and spice. Hudson, Emery and Tyler all bring their unique brand of comedic chaos that combines to form a perfect trio. You have Hudson the witch full of attitude, Tyler the lovable but sometimes clueless human, and Emery the goodest boy werewolf. I love their banter and their growing devotion to each other. This is clearly going to be an incredible series with plenty of plot to back up the romance and a core three that are intent on learning how to love and protect each other.
500 stars.
*Thanks to the author for an arc! these are my honest and voluntary opinions
There are some books where you read the first chapter and you think "wow. This is going to be so good. Will I even be able to handle it?". This book crashed into my consciousness and has now taken up permanent residence. This author puts something into his characters that inexplicably brings them to life in addictive and wonderful ways. Seriously. From the moment I opened the book Hudson, Emery, and Tyler had a strangle hold on me.
This book blends romance, magic, and mischief in one molotov cocktail of excitement and spice. Hudson, Emery and Tyler all bring their unique brand of comedic chaos that combines to form a perfect trio. You have Hudson the witch full of attitude, Tyler the lovable but sometimes clueless human, and Emery the goodest boy werewolf. I love their banter and their growing devotion to each other. This is clearly going to be an incredible series with plenty of plot to back up the romance and a core three that are intent on learning how to love and protect each other.
500 stars.
*Thanks to the author for an arc! these are my honest and voluntary opinions
Review of advance copy received from Author
I went into this book without knowing anything more than MMM and paranormal, and am so glad I did ! Hudson, Tyler and Emery are endgame and I couldn't get enough. There is suspense, magic, spice, laughs, and lots of world building, so I eagerly anticipate the next book. I love to be wrong about how I think things will get figured out in the end and I sure didn't guess this one. A terrific read!
January 20, 2026
This story was awesome. I love the plot and the twist on werewolves. I also really adored the guys. They were total sweethearts.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Bad Things Come in 3s
As always, in the interest of transparency: I was given a copy of Bad Things Come in Three by Jonathan Hawker. However, this is my honest review of the book.
Foreword
There is a craft to writing a polyamorous relationship. It is very easy to make it feel unbalanced, where one pair within the group feels deeper for each other than the rest almost creating a third wheel. But I am pleased to say this story feels very balanced in that aspect.
Angst Level
💢💢💢 (3 out of 5)
I felt this story could've very easily been heavy on the angst, but it wasn't. Personally, I'm so glad, as this isn't the type of story that would've benefited from all that drama.
I'm going to coin a term here (if it’s already a thing, shoutout to the original creator): Angst Baiting.
This story felt very "angst baiting." It could just be me as an avid reader and aspiring author myself, but what I mean is that this story keeps you on your toes. Just when you think, "Oh, this is predictable, it's going to lead right into this angsty conflict," it shifts. I’d go as far as to say it subverts expectations multiple times. It’s refreshing because while there are indeed major conflicts, they don't happen in a predictable manner.
Speaking of predictability, this story truly has some great plot twists. There were things where I was like "Ahhhhh!" because it made past interactions make sense. It is very refreshing to read something on the surface and later discover that there was indeed subtext from a source you may not have expected, or were too caught up in the plot to see.
Every scene has a purpose; nothing is thrown away strictly for character development. In fact, there are times where you see a scene for what it provides at face value, only for it to end up serving a double or triple purpose later on.
Before I jump into the characters and spicy scenes, I want to mention a brief reminder:
For those who love blood, gore, and death:
The beginning isn't so heavy on all that, but towards the middle and the end, it can get a bit brutal with body horror. It is written more like action than pure horror, so to me, it adds to the story but just know this if you have a weak stomach.
Speaking of action:
The main plot, aside from the romance, really shone through as a well-thought-out, fun, and exciting action/paranormal shifter story. Honestly, sometimes in this genre, the plot isn't the main focus and falls prey to being forgotten or just used as a tool for character development. Here, both the main plot and the romance plot shone through equally and kept me interested from cover to cover.
Moving on to the characters:
Hudson: I liked Hudson the witch from the jump; the bad boy vibe is my thing. He ends up making a rather tragic situation into a great thing. Hudson's magic seems like a very "soft magic" system at the beginning, where it is at risk of being convenient to the plot, but it steers away from that rather quickly. If I'm to be quite honest, that might just be a personal critique because I heavily prefer a hard magic system, but it didn't bother me much.
Emery: Emery is adorable and was at risk of being the dreaded third wheel, but the story subverts that greatly. He actually stole my heart, which is interesting for me because I wasn't expecting it. Emery is so much fun and, dare I say, borderline chaotic. I love his relationship with Tyler and Hudson, both respectively and combined.
Content Warning: I want to remind prospective readers that there are scenes where Em, our lycanthrope, gets busy while wolfed out. Being honest, it ordinarily isn't my cup of tea, but it was written well enough that it didn't feel—for lack of a better word—taboo, unlike in some other shifter books I've read. It was appreciated.
Tyler: The human. At first, I was indifferent toward him and, to be honest, wasn't totally sure if I was going to vibe with him. But his story is both rewarding and pivotal to the entire book. He is one that takes his time to find his footing, but he is a total sleeper pick.
#TeamEmery
Okay, my favorite part to talk about: the spice scenes.
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 (5 out of 5)
The kink level is next level. It is very spicy, written very well, and very nasty (in a good way). As a gay man, it felt very true to life. It is a solid 5 out of 5—absolutely filthy in the best way possible. There is brief talk of knotting, but it wasn't immersion-breaking to me.
There is great versatility in the lovemaking, and to be honest, those are some of my favorite scenes to read. Let me just say, I was not bored like I am with some other rather vanilla books. No hate, I’m just the opposite of a prude, so I love this style.
My favorite Quote hands down was:
"Yes, in every horror movie I’d ever seen, I embodied the guy that was first to die”
Chapter 36 is an iconic chapter.
Overall:
I was skeptical going in, not knowing what to expect, but I now know that the unknown is the best part of this book.
As always, in the interest of transparency: I was given a copy of Bad Things Come in Three by Jonathan Hawker. However, this is my honest review of the book.
Foreword
There is a craft to writing a polyamorous relationship. It is very easy to make it feel unbalanced, where one pair within the group feels deeper for each other than the rest almost creating a third wheel. But I am pleased to say this story feels very balanced in that aspect.
Angst Level
💢💢💢 (3 out of 5)
I felt this story could've very easily been heavy on the angst, but it wasn't. Personally, I'm so glad, as this isn't the type of story that would've benefited from all that drama.
I'm going to coin a term here (if it’s already a thing, shoutout to the original creator): Angst Baiting.
This story felt very "angst baiting." It could just be me as an avid reader and aspiring author myself, but what I mean is that this story keeps you on your toes. Just when you think, "Oh, this is predictable, it's going to lead right into this angsty conflict," it shifts. I’d go as far as to say it subverts expectations multiple times. It’s refreshing because while there are indeed major conflicts, they don't happen in a predictable manner.
Speaking of predictability, this story truly has some great plot twists. There were things where I was like "Ahhhhh!" because it made past interactions make sense. It is very refreshing to read something on the surface and later discover that there was indeed subtext from a source you may not have expected, or were too caught up in the plot to see.
Every scene has a purpose; nothing is thrown away strictly for character development. In fact, there are times where you see a scene for what it provides at face value, only for it to end up serving a double or triple purpose later on.
Before I jump into the characters and spicy scenes, I want to mention a brief reminder:
For those who love blood, gore, and death:
The beginning isn't so heavy on all that, but towards the middle and the end, it can get a bit brutal with body horror. It is written more like action than pure horror, so to me, it adds to the story but just know this if you have a weak stomach.
Speaking of action:
The main plot, aside from the romance, really shone through as a well-thought-out, fun, and exciting action/paranormal shifter story. Honestly, sometimes in this genre, the plot isn't the main focus and falls prey to being forgotten or just used as a tool for character development. Here, both the main plot and the romance plot shone through equally and kept me interested from cover to cover.
Moving on to the characters:
Hudson: I liked Hudson the witch from the jump; the bad boy vibe is my thing. He ends up making a rather tragic situation into a great thing. Hudson's magic seems like a very "soft magic" system at the beginning, where it is at risk of being convenient to the plot, but it steers away from that rather quickly. If I'm to be quite honest, that might just be a personal critique because I heavily prefer a hard magic system, but it didn't bother me much.
Emery: Emery is adorable and was at risk of being the dreaded third wheel, but the story subverts that greatly. He actually stole my heart, which is interesting for me because I wasn't expecting it. Emery is so much fun and, dare I say, borderline chaotic. I love his relationship with Tyler and Hudson, both respectively and combined.
Content Warning: I want to remind prospective readers that there are scenes where Em, our lycanthrope, gets busy while wolfed out. Being honest, it ordinarily isn't my cup of tea, but it was written well enough that it didn't feel—for lack of a better word—taboo, unlike in some other shifter books I've read. It was appreciated.
Tyler: The human. At first, I was indifferent toward him and, to be honest, wasn't totally sure if I was going to vibe with him. But his story is both rewarding and pivotal to the entire book. He is one that takes his time to find his footing, but he is a total sleeper pick.
#TeamEmery
Okay, my favorite part to talk about: the spice scenes.
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 (5 out of 5)
The kink level is next level. It is very spicy, written very well, and very nasty (in a good way). As a gay man, it felt very true to life. It is a solid 5 out of 5—absolutely filthy in the best way possible. There is brief talk of knotting, but it wasn't immersion-breaking to me.
There is great versatility in the lovemaking, and to be honest, those are some of my favorite scenes to read. Let me just say, I was not bored like I am with some other rather vanilla books. No hate, I’m just the opposite of a prude, so I love this style.
My favorite Quote hands down was:
"Yes, in every horror movie I’d ever seen, I embodied the guy that was first to die”
Chapter 36 is an iconic chapter.
Overall:
I was skeptical going in, not knowing what to expect, but I now know that the unknown is the best part of this book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Review Of Advanced Copy Received From Author
𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑠𝑎𝑦 𝑏𝑎𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑠...
𝑇𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑠 𝑜𝑢𝑡, 𝑦𝑒𝑎ℎ-
𝑊𝑒 𝑑𝑜.
I have no words to explain just how fucking amazing this book was. 10/10. Immediately went to my top reads of the year list.
Bad Things Come in 3s is a dark, emotional, supernatural story that refuses to focus on just one kind of pain. Hudson, Tyler, and Emery are all carrying their own damage, and the book takes the time to show how that shapes them as individuals before it ever brings them together.
Hudson is raw grief and volatile magic, spiraling between anger and numbness while trying to survive everything that’s been ripped away from him.
Tyler is trapped in guilt and denial, clinging to control because facing his feelings would mean confronting his past.
Emery is quieter but no less broken, loving fiercely from the outside while fully expecting heartbreak as the price.
Each of them feels fully realized on their own, which makes their eventual connection hit so much harder.
The relationships are layered and complex in the best way. Hudson and Tyler are haunted by history and regret. So. Much. Regret. Hudson and Emery crackle with tension, want, and emotional vulnerability. Emery has loved Hudson for years, aching for his affection. Tyler and Emery have their own bond to navigate too, balancing early jealousy, growing trust, and eventual shared affection. Watching their love develop was genuinely so fucking sweet.
The book never treats their relationship as a shortcut or a gimmick. Every connection is built slowly, painfully, and with intention, until it feels obvious that the three of them only truly work when they’re together. Like they were always meant to be.
And the spice???? THE SPICE!! Goooood gods. It had me sweating and fanning myself 🥵
Beyond the relationships, the story is packed with action, magic, and escalating danger. Curses, violence, and supernatural threats constantly force them to act, fight, and make impossible choices. The plot keeps moving, the stakes keep rising, and nothing feels like filler or unnecessary.
This is a story about broken people finding strength together, and in each other, while the world actively tries to tear them apart. It’s intense, emotional, and unapologetically messy, and it doesn’t shy away from showing all the ugly parts alongside the love.
If you want a queer paranormal romance that balances character, relationship depth, and actual plot, this one absolutely delivers.
𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑠𝑎𝑦 𝑏𝑎𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑠...
𝑇𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑠 𝑜𝑢𝑡, 𝑦𝑒𝑎ℎ-
𝑊𝑒 𝑑𝑜.
I have no words to explain just how fucking amazing this book was. 10/10. Immediately went to my top reads of the year list.
Bad Things Come in 3s is a dark, emotional, supernatural story that refuses to focus on just one kind of pain. Hudson, Tyler, and Emery are all carrying their own damage, and the book takes the time to show how that shapes them as individuals before it ever brings them together.
Hudson is raw grief and volatile magic, spiraling between anger and numbness while trying to survive everything that’s been ripped away from him.
Tyler is trapped in guilt and denial, clinging to control because facing his feelings would mean confronting his past.
Emery is quieter but no less broken, loving fiercely from the outside while fully expecting heartbreak as the price.
Each of them feels fully realized on their own, which makes their eventual connection hit so much harder.
The relationships are layered and complex in the best way. Hudson and Tyler are haunted by history and regret. So. Much. Regret. Hudson and Emery crackle with tension, want, and emotional vulnerability. Emery has loved Hudson for years, aching for his affection. Tyler and Emery have their own bond to navigate too, balancing early jealousy, growing trust, and eventual shared affection. Watching their love develop was genuinely so fucking sweet.
The book never treats their relationship as a shortcut or a gimmick. Every connection is built slowly, painfully, and with intention, until it feels obvious that the three of them only truly work when they’re together. Like they were always meant to be.
And the spice???? THE SPICE!! Goooood gods. It had me sweating and fanning myself 🥵
Beyond the relationships, the story is packed with action, magic, and escalating danger. Curses, violence, and supernatural threats constantly force them to act, fight, and make impossible choices. The plot keeps moving, the stakes keep rising, and nothing feels like filler or unnecessary.
This is a story about broken people finding strength together, and in each other, while the world actively tries to tear them apart. It’s intense, emotional, and unapologetically messy, and it doesn’t shy away from showing all the ugly parts alongside the love.
If you want a queer paranormal romance that balances character, relationship depth, and actual plot, this one absolutely delivers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Yes they say bad things come in 3s, however with this book I’d say GREAT things come in 3s. And I’m not just talking about Hudson, Emery, and Tyler. I’m talking about how I was entertained throughout the entire book, I was always on my toes wondering what was going to happen next and what was really going on with Hudson and his ancestors. I had moments where I laughed out loud, was in shock, gasped, blushed, questioned everything, and even had my heartbroken. Then there’s the connection between the three MCs which goes far beyond just loving each other, it’s like their souls are bound together. The way they were so in tune with each other no matter what was going on around them. The cherry on top? The spice. I mean werewolf shifting sex … new kink unlocked. Now that might not be new to some of you, but this book definitely had me stepping out of my comfort zone.
Each of the MCs are so different from one another I’m not even sure I could pick a favourite. Emery with his devotion to Hudson was so sweet and yet his connection to Tyler was almost bewildering. To go from hating each other to … well I’ll let you read the book to find out. Then there’s Tyler who did everything he could to please his dad only to end up hurting himself and Hudson and still being a disappointment. But when push came to shove he knew where he truly belonged even if he second guessed himself being the only human in the relationship. Finally we have Hudson, the boy who truly didn’t know where he belonged or what was the right thing to do, but having Emery and Tyler by his side never giving up on him made him see what being home really means.
This book really was a fun ride with a couple twists and turns I was not expecting. I would 100% recommend if you’re into paranormal romances, witches, werewolves, polyamory, some suspense, action, and just an all around good time. It’s the perfect balance of plot, fun, character depth, and learning to unapologetically be yourself. I will now anxiously be waiting for book 2.
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Yes they say bad things come in 3s, however with this book I’d say GREAT things come in 3s. And I’m not just talking about Hudson, Emery, and Tyler. I’m talking about how I was entertained throughout the entire book, I was always on my toes wondering what was going to happen next and what was really going on with Hudson and his ancestors. I had moments where I laughed out loud, was in shock, gasped, blushed, questioned everything, and even had my heartbroken. Then there’s the connection between the three MCs which goes far beyond just loving each other, it’s like their souls are bound together. The way they were so in tune with each other no matter what was going on around them. The cherry on top? The spice. I mean werewolf shifting sex … new kink unlocked. Now that might not be new to some of you, but this book definitely had me stepping out of my comfort zone.
Each of the MCs are so different from one another I’m not even sure I could pick a favourite. Emery with his devotion to Hudson was so sweet and yet his connection to Tyler was almost bewildering. To go from hating each other to … well I’ll let you read the book to find out. Then there’s Tyler who did everything he could to please his dad only to end up hurting himself and Hudson and still being a disappointment. But when push came to shove he knew where he truly belonged even if he second guessed himself being the only human in the relationship. Finally we have Hudson, the boy who truly didn’t know where he belonged or what was the right thing to do, but having Emery and Tyler by his side never giving up on him made him see what being home really means.
This book really was a fun ride with a couple twists and turns I was not expecting. I would 100% recommend if you’re into paranormal romances, witches, werewolves, polyamory, some suspense, action, and just an all around good time. It’s the perfect balance of plot, fun, character depth, and learning to unapologetically be yourself. I will now anxiously be waiting for book 2.
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨️Thank you, Jonathan Hawker, for the ARC copy of this ebook and the opportunity to read it early. ✨️
I am a sucker for all things paranormal, for characters with emotional turmoil, and for writing that feels like your most charismatic friend telling you a great story over drinks.
This book is all of those things. It's sharp, to-the-point, and absolutely binge-worthy. I was chortling, cheering, and tearing up within the first three chapters.
All of the MMCs have a sort of charm to them. Emery, the red-headed werewolf might be my favorite, with his almost knight-like devotion to Hudson. Tyler's struggle with being the only human in a relationship with a witch and a werewolf made my heart ache (but don't worry, it's a romance, so things work out well in the end!). And sweet Hudson is soft and also riddled with indecision, which is endearing.
I *thought* I knew how things were going to shake out by about halfway through, and I'm pleased to report that I was wrong. 🙌 I love when the plot twists catch me off guard.
Such a fun read, honestly. I already know I'll need a signed shelf trophy copy of this one, and I'll be dropping everything to read the next book in the series when it drops.
I am a sucker for all things paranormal, for characters with emotional turmoil, and for writing that feels like your most charismatic friend telling you a great story over drinks.
This book is all of those things. It's sharp, to-the-point, and absolutely binge-worthy. I was chortling, cheering, and tearing up within the first three chapters.
All of the MMCs have a sort of charm to them. Emery, the red-headed werewolf might be my favorite, with his almost knight-like devotion to Hudson. Tyler's struggle with being the only human in a relationship with a witch and a werewolf made my heart ache (but don't worry, it's a romance, so things work out well in the end!). And sweet Hudson is soft and also riddled with indecision, which is endearing.
I *thought* I knew how things were going to shake out by about halfway through, and I'm pleased to report that I was wrong. 🙌 I love when the plot twists catch me off guard.
Such a fun read, honestly. I already know I'll need a signed shelf trophy copy of this one, and I'll be dropping everything to read the next book in the series when it drops.
Review of advance copy received from Author
• WOW •
What kind of magic did you put into this book? 😍
I felt as if I were under a spell, completely captivated by this story. ✨
Hudson, the last living Garland witch, returns to his hometown after the death of his beloved Grams, a place he once left behind.
He left because Tyler, one of his former best friends, shattered his heart.💔
And because Emery, a werewolf bound to the Garland witches, was left behind with a broken heart as well.💔
Until Hudson comes back, and the three of them begin to find their way to each other again… but at what cost?
Hudson uncovers dark secrets about his family secrets powerful enough to destroy everything.
It becomes a race against time. 🐺
These three must work together if they hope to stay ahead of the danger closing in around them.
What an epic story this was.😍
Full of adventure, witches, werewolves and … other ‘monsters’
I’m a sucker for MMM and jonathan wrote a masterpiece 💕
The plot twist had me screaming!! 🤯
The spice had me blushing 🤭
And can we talk about that last chapter?!
Uhm…. 🤯
Okay … READ THIS BOOK 🖤
If you love anything paranormal, MMM, adventure, plottwists….
•
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, this has probably been one of only a handful of books I have given a 5 star rating too! It deserves it!
I loved the main characters in this story and how the poly aspect of this was handled as well. From the character development to the romance, to the bit of back story on the paranormal world, it all kept my attention from the start!
The witch MMC, Hudson, has not had an easy life, from his family drama, to the small town prejudices, and having his heart broken when he was younger. The Human MMC, Tyler, made some decisions when they were all younger with good intentions but, which really turned out to not be so great. I felt for him though, especially after learning his reasons why he did the things he did. The Werewolf, Emery, was one of the most interesting characters, who initially was more of a sidekick when they were all younger, relegated to the 'just friends' status however, when Hudson has to come back to town for his grandmother's funeral, things all change.
I don't want to say too much more without giving away spoilers but, I highly recommend this book!
I loved the main characters in this story and how the poly aspect of this was handled as well. From the character development to the romance, to the bit of back story on the paranormal world, it all kept my attention from the start!
The witch MMC, Hudson, has not had an easy life, from his family drama, to the small town prejudices, and having his heart broken when he was younger. The Human MMC, Tyler, made some decisions when they were all younger with good intentions but, which really turned out to not be so great. I felt for him though, especially after learning his reasons why he did the things he did. The Werewolf, Emery, was one of the most interesting characters, who initially was more of a sidekick when they were all younger, relegated to the 'just friends' status however, when Hudson has to come back to town for his grandmother's funeral, things all change.
I don't want to say too much more without giving away spoilers but, I highly recommend this book!
Review of advance copy received from Author
From someone who is picky about the supernatural books they read, this gets a solid five stars! The development of the world and magic system is done in a way that doesn't feel overwhelming. The lore of the witches is told but by bit naturally which adds to the underlying mystery. Tyler is an absolute sweetheart if a bit of a pessimist. Emery is a werewolf with the heart of a golden retriever. And Hudson is a witch at the precipice of change. These boys are funny, sweet and loyal to each other while still being very dangerous to those that threaten their bond. The story really grabbed me, there were twists and unexpected subplots that I never saw coming. The spice was a good level 4, sprinkled in here and there, intense but not controlling the plot. And an epilogue that sets up for a book two that I'm now anxiously going to be waiting for. This was an amazing read overall and I would pick up other books by this author.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Read: I really loved reading this paranormal romance. It was so cute and violent. I know crazy to put those two together but I don’t know how else to explain it. And the spice was so good.
A red headed werewolf, a blonde witch and then a human, sign me up. This was such a great read. The banter had me giggling and the nicknames had me cracking up because of the reactions it brought out in the other person and the writing was so good. It had the perfect amount of everything and things were explained so well but not dragged out which made it even better because you still understood everything. Wasn’t expecting towards the ending what happened but so glad it did, and I’m not going to say why because I don’t want to ruin anything.
I seriously hope Jonathan does a continuation with this story. With the way he ended it with new characters coming into the mix, it makes you want to know more. My fingers are crossed that he does
A red headed werewolf, a blonde witch and then a human, sign me up. This was such a great read. The banter had me giggling and the nicknames had me cracking up because of the reactions it brought out in the other person and the writing was so good. It had the perfect amount of everything and things were explained so well but not dragged out which made it even better because you still understood everything. Wasn’t expecting towards the ending what happened but so glad it did, and I’m not going to say why because I don’t want to ruin anything.
I seriously hope Jonathan does a continuation with this story. With the way he ended it with new characters coming into the mix, it makes you want to know more. My fingers are crossed that he does
January 16, 2026
This was so fun!! I had a great time with Hudson, Emery and Tyler!! Hudson’s was such a loving, stoic brat, Emery was the brave and ever loving bestie and Tyler was an interesting combination of them both. He never stopped loving Hudson, was brave enough to venture into a world he didn’t fully understand even going up against the one person who should have had his back and kept moving forward not knowing what it would bring as he continued falling for his guys! I enjoyed their relationship dynamic and it was often a smutty good time!! See Hudson come into his own with the support of Emery and Tyler was nice to see. I liked the twist and turns the book took us on and I’m excited to see what book 2 has for us!
🤍ARC REVIEW❤️
☑️ Trigger Warnings.
🤍ARC REVIEW❤️
☑️ Trigger Warnings.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Bad things may come in 3s but the best things come to those who wait and this masterpiece was worth the waiting and definitely worth the edging.
Witches, werewolves, magic, curses, secrets, suspense, and smoking hot spicy scenes that will have you melting quicker than an ice cream in a heatwave 🥵 I mean what more could you possible want? Oh yes, a (spoiler 👀) guess you'll have to read to find out 😎
I'm an absolute addict for Jonny’s writing and you can bet your backside I willingly gave up sleep for this wee beauty. It was totally worth it 👌
If a fast paced, paranormal, second chance romance with magical hotness and 3 awesome characters is your jam then you will not want to miss out on this. Seriously, what are you waiting for, go get now 🥰
Witches, werewolves, magic, curses, secrets, suspense, and smoking hot spicy scenes that will have you melting quicker than an ice cream in a heatwave 🥵 I mean what more could you possible want? Oh yes, a (spoiler 👀) guess you'll have to read to find out 😎
I'm an absolute addict for Jonny’s writing and you can bet your backside I willingly gave up sleep for this wee beauty. It was totally worth it 👌
If a fast paced, paranormal, second chance romance with magical hotness and 3 awesome characters is your jam then you will not want to miss out on this. Seriously, what are you waiting for, go get now 🥰
Review of advance copy received from Author
THIS BOOK IS SO FREAKING GOOD.
Hooks you right in the beginning and then you’re in for a wild (and lovely) ride.
All three characters are great, the world is interesting with plenty to explore (but isn’t a distraction), and I really couldn’t put the book down. I absolutely laughed and cried at this book. The last third was incredible and has some of the best lines that I won’t write here because of spoilers.
This book is great, fantastic — my only wish? Maybe a little more than “blink and you’ll miss it” additional rep. This is a big deal for me regarding the publishing world as a whole, and I feel like if we’ve got mythical beings we can have some additional rep included.
Otherwise THIS BOOK IS OUTSTANDING DO NOT HESITATE.
Really a 4.5/5 for me!
Hooks you right in the beginning and then you’re in for a wild (and lovely) ride.
All three characters are great, the world is interesting with plenty to explore (but isn’t a distraction), and I really couldn’t put the book down. I absolutely laughed and cried at this book. The last third was incredible and has some of the best lines that I won’t write here because of spoilers.
This book is great, fantastic — my only wish? Maybe a little more than “blink and you’ll miss it” additional rep. This is a big deal for me regarding the publishing world as a whole, and I feel like if we’ve got mythical beings we can have some additional rep included.
Otherwise THIS BOOK IS OUTSTANDING DO NOT HESITATE.
Really a 4.5/5 for me!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was freaking phenomenal!
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect going in - I tend to be pretty picky about PNR, but this one hit it out of the park! From the very first chapter I was hooked.
Bad Things Come in 3s is a fast paced, paranormal poly romance between witch Hudson, werewolf Emery and human Tyler. I really don’t want to give away any of the plot, since it is best read I think without any spoilers (don’t worry, it all turns out well!), but will just say that that if you like sweet, wonderfully written romance with a good dose of storytelling and a hint of suspense, this book is absolutely for you.
Can’t wait until the next one!!
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect going in - I tend to be pretty picky about PNR, but this one hit it out of the park! From the very first chapter I was hooked.
Bad Things Come in 3s is a fast paced, paranormal poly romance between witch Hudson, werewolf Emery and human Tyler. I really don’t want to give away any of the plot, since it is best read I think without any spoilers (don’t worry, it all turns out well!), but will just say that that if you like sweet, wonderfully written romance with a good dose of storytelling and a hint of suspense, this book is absolutely for you.
Can’t wait until the next one!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I didn’t know i needed werewolf shifted spice but here we are !!
First of : i love anything paranormal. And this books gave me what i wanted !
The story was amazing, plot twists that had me on the edge of my seat, a love story where we didn’t have to wait too long for them to find their happy together , AND MMM spice with a werewolf, a witch and a human that had me clutching my pearls.
I am already impatiently waiting for book 2!
First of : i love anything paranormal. And this books gave me what i wanted !
The story was amazing, plot twists that had me on the edge of my seat, a love story where we didn’t have to wait too long for them to find their happy together , AND MMM spice with a werewolf, a witch and a human that had me clutching my pearls.
I am already impatiently waiting for book 2!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was my first read from Jonathan Hawker and I have to say, job well done sir! The spice was perfect, the story line was amazing, and the twist.... ugh that twist had my heart in my stomach. No spoilers but will say I didn't see it coming but glad it ended the way it did. I can't wait to read what's coming next.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I really enjoyed reading this. The world building and story was a little unique, a slightly different take on the supernatural world. It was a new thing for me and I really dig it. I found myself not wanting to put the book down even though I had to adult. I look forward to the next book, itching to know what happens next.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Omg, I can’t say enough about how much I enjoyed reading about Tyler, Emery and Hudson! The only time I put it down was while working and let’s say that was a hard task to do. The spice was 🥵 perfection, the twist 😰 whew! I stopped breathing for a second! It gave vampire diaries vibes and I couldn’t get enough! I’m sad it’s over, hoping more to come in the future. 🖤
Review of advance copy received from Author
Loved it. Beautiful world building, great characters and amazing storytelling.
I will try and sort through my thoughts and will update here for a longer review once that happened.
Thanks for the ARC.
I will try and sort through my thoughts and will update here for a longer review once that happened.
Thanks for the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Love a good paranormal romance. This one has a fantasic plot with lots of mystery. I was hooked. Loved the characters and how they grew over the course of the story together. Got some action in there and supernatural fighting. 4 🌶.
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