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The Fiends of Felcove #1
Bad Things Come in 3s
"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.
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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.
329 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2026
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Jonathan Hawker
5 books75 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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February 25, 2026
May I dare say I was getting some strong…
SOS Hotel vibes?!?
Hudson Garland is a witch from a long line of curse breakers and when his grandma suddenly dies the family legacy falls heavily upon his shoulders. He returns to his old town to face the pieces of his past life and stabilize his family's magic. But those pieces include two very important people he is forced with the difficult task of confronting.
Introducing Tyler and Emery. One who dumped Hudson, leaving him in the dirt with a shattered heart and the other who has been pining hopelessly after him since the moment they became friends. When these three all meet in the middle something ignites within them, drawing them together in a perfect link not even the horrors of this magical world can sway.
Yesss, I said magical, this world is full of all those good fantasy elements. Wolves, witches, vampires, curses!! And let me tell you, I was loving every second of it. Emery is a werewolf who was turned when he was younger. A result of the lasting curse created within Hudson’s family to forge protection. While Tyler is a human with a very controlling father he must learn to stand up to, and a sparkling world full of the unknown he must learn to navigate.
A witch, a wolf, and a human. Reminds me a bit of another lovely trio I’ve read before…
In all seriousness this was a very well written MMM. The bond they have was stabilized perfectly, no room for cracks. I loved every moment Tyler and Emery shared, moving past their differences and agreeing to love Hudosn together with everything they have. While also discovering a love they may have for each other along the way. And even though the writing is very simple and carefree I could tell their relationship was crafted with care.
Overall, this book is such a fun read!!! It’s honestly exactly what I needed. Packed full of action and steamy sex scenes while these three chaotic characters come together to navigate all the twists and turns of this magical society.
(4.5) ⭐️
SOS Hotel vibes?!?
Hudson Garland is a witch from a long line of curse breakers and when his grandma suddenly dies the family legacy falls heavily upon his shoulders. He returns to his old town to face the pieces of his past life and stabilize his family's magic. But those pieces include two very important people he is forced with the difficult task of confronting.
Introducing Tyler and Emery. One who dumped Hudson, leaving him in the dirt with a shattered heart and the other who has been pining hopelessly after him since the moment they became friends. When these three all meet in the middle something ignites within them, drawing them together in a perfect link not even the horrors of this magical world can sway.
Yesss, I said magical, this world is full of all those good fantasy elements. Wolves, witches, vampires, curses!! And let me tell you, I was loving every second of it. Emery is a werewolf who was turned when he was younger. A result of the lasting curse created within Hudson’s family to forge protection. While Tyler is a human with a very controlling father he must learn to stand up to, and a sparkling world full of the unknown he must learn to navigate.
A witch, a wolf, and a human. Reminds me a bit of another lovely trio I’ve read before…
In all seriousness this was a very well written MMM. The bond they have was stabilized perfectly, no room for cracks. I loved every moment Tyler and Emery shared, moving past their differences and agreeing to love Hudosn together with everything they have. While also discovering a love they may have for each other along the way. And even though the writing is very simple and carefree I could tell their relationship was crafted with care.
Overall, this book is such a fun read!!! It’s honestly exactly what I needed. Packed full of action and steamy sex scenes while these three chaotic characters come together to navigate all the twists and turns of this magical society.
(4.5) ⭐️
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March 1, 2026Dnf 23%. Not feeling this at the moment, might come back to it later?
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
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.
March 20, 2026
The Witch, The Jock & The Wolf - this book was so much fun and I had an absolute blast reading about these three guys. The romance is a second chance story that has a lot of layers and plenty of angst and longing, done in such a way that you definitely root for all three of these guys. Hudson, Tyler and Emery are a tornado of mischief and horny feelings that equally tug at your heartstrings while making you sweat. What a fantastic combo.
And that’s just the romance part. The supernatural drama part of the story was so well done. There’s plenty of action, gore and a fast plot that kept me interested the whole way. And then some, because I am ready for the next installment already.
MMM Paranormal
Second Chance
Witch x Human x Wolf
Friends to Lovers
Family Magic
Lots of Action
A Little Bit of Angst
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
And that’s just the romance part. The supernatural drama part of the story was so well done. There’s plenty of action, gore and a fast plot that kept me interested the whole way. And then some, because I am ready for the next installment already.
MMM Paranormal
Second Chance
Witch x Human x Wolf
Friends to Lovers
Family Magic
Lots of Action
A Little Bit of Angst
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
April 28, 2026
Well, this one was an entertaining and comforting read)
It has a very strong plot aside from the romance aspect, and I am conflicted whether I actually liked it or not 😅 Because on the one hand, they all come together pretty quickly, and after a bit confusing start with all the running, we have a very good and healthy communication, which I respect a lot. But on the other hand, I guess I expected more pining and grovelling and build-up I 🫢
Anyway, I loved all the MMCs, they were different, but all seriously adorable 💜 I loved their dynamics, that nobody felt left out, and again - there is a loot of action here) maybe I’m just not in a very paranormal mood rn, but I still enjoyed it ☺️
It has a very strong plot aside from the romance aspect, and I am conflicted whether I actually liked it or not 😅 Because on the one hand, they all come together pretty quickly, and after a bit confusing start with all the running, we have a very good and healthy communication, which I respect a lot. But on the other hand, I guess I expected more pining and grovelling and build-up I 🫢
Anyway, I loved all the MMCs, they were different, but all seriously adorable 💜 I loved their dynamics, that nobody felt left out, and again - there is a loot of action here) maybe I’m just not in a very paranormal mood rn, but I still enjoyed it ☺️
February 6, 2026
4,5⭐️
This was such a cute, easy read with genuinely adorable characters. The Human x Werewolf x Witch dynamic worked really well for me, and the story stayed enjoyable without getting overly complicated or filled with unnecessary drama.
The book contains a bit of gore, but honestly, I’ve read far worse ,and for my personal taste, I wouldn’t classify this as an angsty read. What I really appreciated was how early on the MCs actually take the time to talk about their dynamic and their feelings. Clear communication? Yes, I’m the biggest fan !❤️
My bae Emery deserves a special mention because he was the greenest flag imaginable and an absolute yum daddy. But also… the spice? The spice was very much spicing - ate it up. 🔥
Overall, a fun, comforting paranormal read with good vibes, solid communication, and just the right amount of heat.
I received an ARC from the author, but this is just my honest, unfiltered opinion.
This was such a cute, easy read with genuinely adorable characters. The Human x Werewolf x Witch dynamic worked really well for me, and the story stayed enjoyable without getting overly complicated or filled with unnecessary drama.
The book contains a bit of gore, but honestly, I’ve read far worse ,and for my personal taste, I wouldn’t classify this as an angsty read. What I really appreciated was how early on the MCs actually take the time to talk about their dynamic and their feelings. Clear communication? Yes, I’m the biggest fan !❤️
My bae Emery deserves a special mention because he was the greenest flag imaginable and an absolute yum daddy. But also… the spice? The spice was very much spicing - ate it up. 🔥
Overall, a fun, comforting paranormal read with good vibes, solid communication, and just the right amount of heat.
I received an ARC from the author, but this is just my honest, unfiltered opinion.
March 7, 2026
Hudson, Tyler, + Emery
-mmm pnr romance
-childhood best friends
-werewolf x witch x mortal
-second chance
-blood magic & shifted spice
okay but fr this cover had NO BUSINESSSSD being so fucking hot…for one!! haha & for two…what the hell ead that epilogue huh? WHAT DOES IT MEAN?? but no these three were just one word: inevitable! 🥹 & you could feel it the whole time! loved them!
-mmm pnr romance
-childhood best friends
-werewolf x witch x mortal
-second chance
-blood magic & shifted spice
okay but fr this cover had NO BUSINESSSSD being so fucking hot…for one!! haha & for two…what the hell ead that epilogue huh? WHAT DOES IT MEAN?? but no these three were just one word: inevitable! 🥹 & you could feel it the whole time! loved them!
March 31, 2026
3.75⭐️
A witch, a werewolf, and a human MMM romance!
All 3 went to high school together and have complicated pasts, but now, after which Hudson’s grandma’s death, they’re brought together again.
This book has:
-MMM poly romance (done well!)
-plot-based story with romance & spice mixed in
-(and the spice is spicy!) ((like the werewolf is shifted when they bone))
-paranormal storyline
This book was fun, and really did hook me from the beginning. I did like all 3 of the MCs, and I thought they were all well developed and fun. The world building was a little clunky, but still fun and interesting! Plot wise, it was just okay for me, but the MCs made it enjoyable.
Definitely a must read if you like MMM and paranormal romance!
A witch, a werewolf, and a human MMM romance!
All 3 went to high school together and have complicated pasts, but now, after which Hudson’s grandma’s death, they’re brought together again.
This book has:
-MMM poly romance (done well!)
-plot-based story with romance & spice mixed in
-(and the spice is spicy!) ((like the werewolf is shifted when they bone))
-paranormal storyline
This book was fun, and really did hook me from the beginning. I did like all 3 of the MCs, and I thought they were all well developed and fun. The world building was a little clunky, but still fun and interesting! Plot wise, it was just okay for me, but the MCs made it enjoyable.
Definitely a must read if you like MMM and paranormal romance!
February 16, 2026
I was blessed to read an Advanced Reader Copy of Bad Things Come in 3s. All opinions are honestly and freely given.
When Hudson left Felcove, it was for two very good reasons. For one, his kind-of-boyfriend used him and then broke his heart clean in half. And for two, he needed to be sure his family's magic wasn't affecting his best friend's love and devotion for him. The only thing that brought him back was the death of his grandmother. Facing Tyler and Emery again was almost harder than leaving them, but being back in their orbit brought back all of those old feelings, and some new ones. Hudson never thought that he could have them both, but when his magic claims them as much as they claim him, there's really nothing he can do to stop it. Tyler may be human and Emery a werewolf, but together with their witch and the Garland magic, everything finally feels right. But Hudson knows he has something else to decide: whether to accept his family's magic as the sole heir or let it dissipate. With his two guys, Hudson thinks letting it go might be the better option. But werewolves keep trying to kill him, and with the blood moon looming, something even more sinister is growing in the night. Can Hudson, Tyler, and Emery take down the evil brewing up in Felcove? Or will the sacrifices required be too much to bear? The Garands were always taught that bad things came in threes, but no one anticipated that their names were Hudson, Tyler, and Emery and that their connection would be unbreakable.
This was such a fun and surprisingly emotional book! The characters were fun and unique, each bringing their own contributions to the relationship. I liked Hudson's brattiness and how he was kind of the master of the magical world. I liked how easily he accepted Tyler and Emery back into his life. I also liked Tyler and his human perspective. I hated that his dad treated him so poorly, but loved that he was willing to sacrifice so much for Hudson. I really liked Tyler and Emery’s relationship and how they both could recognize the good qualities in each other. They both just wanted Hudson to be happy and realized that he needed both of them. I loved Emery and his confidence. I loved that he just openly loved Hudson and that he was so protective of both him and Tyler. I loved how he always put both Hudson and Tyler first, no matter what.
I really enjoyed the plot and the magic system. I liked Hudson’s relationship with his ancestors and that they were as bratty as Hudson was. I really liked that Hudson inadvertently casts a spell that makes him and his guys stronger as a unit. It was a fun touch. Also, as a Michigander, I super loved that it took place in Michigan and I recognized some of the settings! I love when books take place in my state!
The spice was really hot. I loved that Tyler and Emery each got their own time with Hudson and that, all three of them together, was even hotter. Emery and Tyler both just worship Hudson completely. I knew it was coming based on the trigger warnings but still found the shifted intimacy…interesting. Still hot! But, yeah, interesting. Loved the knotting though! Especially at the end.
My one criticism is that I wish there had been more history explained. Like there were a lot of cool things that happened, especially with the Garland magic, but some of the revelations just seemed to be out of the blue. Like there was no lead up to some of them, and Hudson spent all this time researching but very little of his findings were actually described in book. Then the vampire thing was glossed over a little too quickly for my taste. I also really, really wish Tyler had to grovel more. Like A LOT more. Despite the fact Hudson was so hurt by what Tyler did, he forgave him awful fast. I kind of wish that Hudson and Emery had been able to solidify their romantic relationship alone before Tyler got added in, too. It just seemed like there was a chunk missing from before this book that just never quite got talked about enough.
That being said, I did still enjoy the book a lot. I loved the ending action sequence. It was nonstop from when Tyler and Emery realized what happened to when the blood stopped pooling. And the emotional gut punches during that sequence, I was NOT ready for it. It made me tear up!
And I can’t wait to find out what will happen with Tyler, Emery, and Hudson going forward. I loved the epilogue and can’t wait to meet this new character and his family. I am definitely ready for the next book! Overall I give this one 4/5 🌟!
When Hudson left Felcove, it was for two very good reasons. For one, his kind-of-boyfriend used him and then broke his heart clean in half. And for two, he needed to be sure his family's magic wasn't affecting his best friend's love and devotion for him. The only thing that brought him back was the death of his grandmother. Facing Tyler and Emery again was almost harder than leaving them, but being back in their orbit brought back all of those old feelings, and some new ones. Hudson never thought that he could have them both, but when his magic claims them as much as they claim him, there's really nothing he can do to stop it. Tyler may be human and Emery a werewolf, but together with their witch and the Garland magic, everything finally feels right. But Hudson knows he has something else to decide: whether to accept his family's magic as the sole heir or let it dissipate. With his two guys, Hudson thinks letting it go might be the better option. But werewolves keep trying to kill him, and with the blood moon looming, something even more sinister is growing in the night. Can Hudson, Tyler, and Emery take down the evil brewing up in Felcove? Or will the sacrifices required be too much to bear? The Garands were always taught that bad things came in threes, but no one anticipated that their names were Hudson, Tyler, and Emery and that their connection would be unbreakable.
This was such a fun and surprisingly emotional book! The characters were fun and unique, each bringing their own contributions to the relationship. I liked Hudson's brattiness and how he was kind of the master of the magical world. I liked how easily he accepted Tyler and Emery back into his life. I also liked Tyler and his human perspective. I hated that his dad treated him so poorly, but loved that he was willing to sacrifice so much for Hudson. I really liked Tyler and Emery’s relationship and how they both could recognize the good qualities in each other. They both just wanted Hudson to be happy and realized that he needed both of them. I loved Emery and his confidence. I loved that he just openly loved Hudson and that he was so protective of both him and Tyler. I loved how he always put both Hudson and Tyler first, no matter what.
I really enjoyed the plot and the magic system. I liked Hudson’s relationship with his ancestors and that they were as bratty as Hudson was. I really liked that Hudson inadvertently casts a spell that makes him and his guys stronger as a unit. It was a fun touch. Also, as a Michigander, I super loved that it took place in Michigan and I recognized some of the settings! I love when books take place in my state!
The spice was really hot. I loved that Tyler and Emery each got their own time with Hudson and that, all three of them together, was even hotter. Emery and Tyler both just worship Hudson completely. I knew it was coming based on the trigger warnings but still found the shifted intimacy…interesting. Still hot! But, yeah, interesting. Loved the knotting though! Especially at the end.
My one criticism is that I wish there had been more history explained. Like there were a lot of cool things that happened, especially with the Garland magic, but some of the revelations just seemed to be out of the blue. Like there was no lead up to some of them, and Hudson spent all this time researching but very little of his findings were actually described in book. Then the vampire thing was glossed over a little too quickly for my taste. I also really, really wish Tyler had to grovel more. Like A LOT more. Despite the fact Hudson was so hurt by what Tyler did, he forgave him awful fast. I kind of wish that Hudson and Emery had been able to solidify their romantic relationship alone before Tyler got added in, too. It just seemed like there was a chunk missing from before this book that just never quite got talked about enough.
That being said, I did still enjoy the book a lot. I loved the ending action sequence. It was nonstop from when Tyler and Emery realized what happened to when the blood stopped pooling. And the emotional gut punches during that sequence, I was NOT ready for it. It made me tear up!
And I can’t wait to find out what will happen with Tyler, Emery, and Hudson going forward. I loved the epilogue and can’t wait to meet this new character and his family. I am definitely ready for the next book! Overall I give this one 4/5 🌟!
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.
February 13, 2026
This was a lot of fun to read! It was fast paced, action packed while also being hot and funny.
The three high school best friends meet again after 4 years and things just start happening. I loved all of their individual connections to each other. It was good to get some context to their relationships and see a bit of their past and I would have liked seeing more of their past, but what we got was also enough. I loved how Emery, Hudson and Tyler got together, how much they knew each other and how far were they willing to go to protect each other. I really enjoyed how everything played out and how they got their happily ever after. It's not easy to write a good throuple, but this was done really well and I didn't feel like someone was left out or got less attention. I loved how they were all so happy for each other and for finally getting the love and acceptance they all wanted.
So, if you're in the mood to read about a witch, a werewolf and a human navigate the witch receiving all of his powers and dealing with the creatures life throws at them to tear them apart then this is the book for you. Trust you will be entertained to the max.
The three high school best friends meet again after 4 years and things just start happening. I loved all of their individual connections to each other. It was good to get some context to their relationships and see a bit of their past and I would have liked seeing more of their past, but what we got was also enough. I loved how Emery, Hudson and Tyler got together, how much they knew each other and how far were they willing to go to protect each other. I really enjoyed how everything played out and how they got their happily ever after. It's not easy to write a good throuple, but this was done really well and I didn't feel like someone was left out or got less attention. I loved how they were all so happy for each other and for finally getting the love and acceptance they all wanted.
So, if you're in the mood to read about a witch, a werewolf and a human navigate the witch receiving all of his powers and dealing with the creatures life throws at them to tear them apart then this is the book for you. Trust you will be entertained to the max.
March 24, 2026
How in the ever-loving FUCK am I supposed to just move on from this book?? It was everything I didn’t even know I needed - I will be daydreaming about these boys for the foreseeable future… and you better believe I’ll be INSUFFERABLE when book 2 comes out ☺️✌🏻🔥
February 13, 2026
Good things come in 3a as well.
My first book from Jonathan Hawker and I really enjoyed it. There were a few twists I didn't see coming it kept me wanting to keep reading and I can't wait for book 2.
My first book from Jonathan Hawker and I really enjoyed it. There were a few twists I didn't see coming it kept me wanting to keep reading and I can't wait for book 2.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was so excited to have the change to ARC this one, as I was completely intrigued the very first time I saw it!
This is a new-to-me author & Johnathan Hawker did not disappoint with my first queer paranormal romance!
Poly relationships have been high on my reading list lately and when I saw this one had a witch & a werewolf, I was sold!
I loved this story, loved all of these men! They are all so different, in their own ways, but in the end they just want to be loved and their love for one another is definitely the end game here! HEA for the win, always! And for my first actual shifter-romance/smut, the spice was perfect! 🔥
I'm super excited to see what's coming next and happy to know this won't be the end of their story.
I was definitely pleasantly surprised by this one and will be checking out more from this author! Kudos!!
This is a new-to-me author & Johnathan Hawker did not disappoint with my first queer paranormal romance!
Poly relationships have been high on my reading list lately and when I saw this one had a witch & a werewolf, I was sold!
I loved this story, loved all of these men! They are all so different, in their own ways, but in the end they just want to be loved and their love for one another is definitely the end game here! HEA for the win, always! And for my first actual shifter-romance/smut, the spice was perfect! 🔥
I'm super excited to see what's coming next and happy to know this won't be the end of their story.
I was definitely pleasantly surprised by this one and will be checking out more from this author! Kudos!!
February 13, 2026
"Maybe, just maybe, I had to stop waiting around in a crash position. Bad things happen. There’s no avoiding them. The good things, though—maybe it was up to us to make them happen."
Jonathan is a new-to-me author and can I just say.. wow?! This book had my attention from the very first page, I was immediately transported to Felcove right alongside Emery, Tyler, and Hudson. The world building is immensely detailed, and the plot is fleshed out SO well you can tell the author took their time fully creating this book.
Nothing felt rushed or disjointed, all the characters had a reason to be apart of the story, the story itself flowed so smoothly, and the aspect of magic, wolves, and vampires was so unique and a fresh take on creatures that are written about often.
I loved how this author took a concept and completely flipped it on its head and made it their own. I've never read a book like this before and I LOVE that! I don't want to say to much and spoil things for anyone, but I WILL say that this book is absolutely fantastic! I'm going to be eagerly waiting for the next book now!
Jonathan is a new-to-me author and can I just say.. wow?! This book had my attention from the very first page, I was immediately transported to Felcove right alongside Emery, Tyler, and Hudson. The world building is immensely detailed, and the plot is fleshed out SO well you can tell the author took their time fully creating this book.
Nothing felt rushed or disjointed, all the characters had a reason to be apart of the story, the story itself flowed so smoothly, and the aspect of magic, wolves, and vampires was so unique and a fresh take on creatures that are written about often.
I loved how this author took a concept and completely flipped it on its head and made it their own. I've never read a book like this before and I LOVE that! I don't want to say to much and spoil things for anyone, but I WILL say that this book is absolutely fantastic! I'm going to be eagerly waiting for the next book now!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow. This was a great read. This book was so fun. Shifter / witch / human (+). Emery, Hudson and Tyler, friends in high school, each holding one another's heart, are reunited and given a second chance at life and love.
Growing close, the three men try to forge a life and keep Hudson with them and not letting him move away, as he thought he wanted to do. However, their love and lust and the new threats in their town make them reconsider.
Secrets, spells, shifting and delicious smut are a full and robust background to an amazing story and great character development. Jonathan's writing is magical. It's descriptive and his world building is crystal clear and⁹ re⁹ally fun. The guys banter, play, love and fight---all in a whirlwind that leads to a very climactic ending and a set up for book 2. (It is not a⁰ cliffhanger!)
I am looking forward to it.
Story: 5/5 ⭐ ⭐
Characters: 5/5 🫂 🫂 🫂 🫂 🫂
Spice: 4/5 🍆🍆🍆🍆
Overall fun with shifting and paranormal: 5/5 🧙🏼 🐺🚶🏼♂️
Growing close, the three men try to forge a life and keep Hudson with them and not letting him move away, as he thought he wanted to do. However, their love and lust and the new threats in their town make them reconsider.
Secrets, spells, shifting and delicious smut are a full and robust background to an amazing story and great character development. Jonathan's writing is magical. It's descriptive and his world building is crystal clear and⁹ re⁹ally fun. The guys banter, play, love and fight---all in a whirlwind that leads to a very climactic ending and a set up for book 2. (It is not a⁰ cliffhanger!)
I am looking forward to it.
Story: 5/5 ⭐ ⭐
Characters: 5/5 🫂 🫂 🫂 🫂 🫂
Spice: 4/5 🍆🍆🍆🍆
Overall fun with shifting and paranormal: 5/5 🧙🏼 🐺🚶🏼♂️
April 6, 2026
First werewolf smut? Check
First witch smut? Check
First poly MMM book? Also check
Bad Things Come in 3s gave me so many firsts and it did not disappoint.
Poly relationships are not something I could personally see myself in, but Jonathan writes them so well. The way the characters give love and attention naturally made it feel real and balanced.
Hudson stole the show. His personality, sense of humor and slick comments had me hooked from the start.
This book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. There were moments where I wanted to rage quit because I felt like these 3 couldn’t catch a damn break. But that tension is what makes the story so compelling. The plot twists, the villains thinking they can win, and the devastating moments all make the good stuff hit that much harder when it comes.
Chaotic, spicy, emotional, and absolutely addictive.
First witch smut? Check
First poly MMM book? Also check
Bad Things Come in 3s gave me so many firsts and it did not disappoint.
Poly relationships are not something I could personally see myself in, but Jonathan writes them so well. The way the characters give love and attention naturally made it feel real and balanced.
Hudson stole the show. His personality, sense of humor and slick comments had me hooked from the start.
This book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. There were moments where I wanted to rage quit because I felt like these 3 couldn’t catch a damn break. But that tension is what makes the story so compelling. The plot twists, the villains thinking they can win, and the devastating moments all make the good stuff hit that much harder when it comes.
Chaotic, spicy, emotional, and absolutely addictive.
March 30, 2026
Supernatural is fun. Even more fun, when it's queer.
Emery, Hudson and Tyler are childhood friends. But Tyler's father manages to divide them time and time again and have them reject the bond they share. Only after Hudson returns to their hometown after years away do the men finally manage to confront their emotional tangles. Just in time to face the biggest threat together.
Bad things come in 3s is a MMM paranormal romance with witches, werewolves (lycantropes) and other supernatural beings.
📖 Bad Things Come In 3s by Jonathan Hawker
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Emery, Hudson and Tyler are childhood friends. But Tyler's father manages to divide them time and time again and have them reject the bond they share. Only after Hudson returns to their hometown after years away do the men finally manage to confront their emotional tangles. Just in time to face the biggest threat together.
Bad things come in 3s is a MMM paranormal romance with witches, werewolves (lycantropes) and other supernatural beings.
📖 Bad Things Come In 3s by Jonathan Hawker
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐
#reading #bookstagram #review #paranormalromance
Review of advance copy received from Author
This latest story from Jonathan Hawker is truly magical! There's friendship, found family, sizzling spice, mystery, murder, love, and a cat with the best name ever (and more)! The queer representation is always spectacular in any of Jonathan's books and this is no exception. The beautiful relationship between Hudson, Tyler, and Emery is so well written. These guys jump right into adventure and mayhem after years apart. This fast-paced story kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! If you want a little supernatural spark in your life, get this book!
Open door spice level 5/5.
Open door spice level 5/5.
February 28, 2026
I’ve read and loved everything the author has written before and this was no exception.
I laughed so much reading this one. It was so fun to JH have the opportunity to do all the jokes.
These characters were sweet and fun and I loved seeing their dynamic. It felt very authentic. Like a true Polyam relationship being formed. The love they all shared and how protective they are of each other…swoon. And the spice, red hot!
Can’t wait to read more in this series
I laughed so much reading this one. It was so fun to JH have the opportunity to do all the jokes.
These characters were sweet and fun and I loved seeing their dynamic. It felt very authentic. Like a true Polyam relationship being formed. The love they all shared and how protective they are of each other…swoon. And the spice, red hot!
Can’t wait to read more in this series
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!
March 17, 2026
Holy shit. That book was awesome. Just took the top MMM spot like wow. The plot was awesome. Love wolves & witches and vampires the way the 3 were woven together in the story was magical it wasnt a love triangle it was obsession equal among the 3 & I literally couldnt get enough. I will be rereading this again and again..
Emery, Ty & Hud all have a special place in my heart now
Emery, Ty & Hud all have a special place in my heart now
April 28, 2026
This book had a lot of potential and I understand why people like it. For me this felt like teen wolf.. parts felt rushed or not developed enough and I couldn’t stand Hudson ..
Rushing into spicy stuff is also killing the romance and build up I was ready to quit at 30%
Characters: I think this is what didn’t work for me
Story 3,5/5
Spice 2,5/5
Rushing into spicy stuff is also killing the romance and build up I was ready to quit at 30%
Characters: I think this is what didn’t work for me
Story 3,5/5
Spice 2,5/5
February 15, 2026
Bad Things Come in 3s
Hudson, Emery, and Tyler
From the moment I started reading I was drawn in and hooked. If you enjoy paranormal romance I definitely recommend reading this. I can't wait for book two!
Hudson, Emery, and Tyler
From the moment I started reading I was drawn in and hooked. If you enjoy paranormal romance I definitely recommend reading this. I can't wait for book two!
February 17, 2026
This was such a fun and spicy read. I honestly didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. It was my first time reading a book with a shifter, and now I kind of get the hype. Definitely a pleasant surprise. 👌🏻
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.
February 20, 2026
This book hooked me in from the first page and wouldn’t let me go!
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February 24, 2026
SO FUCJING GOOD OH MY GOD
April 2, 2026
Maybe the real magic was the dicks we rode along the way.
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