The Monster's Ring

Monster Boyfriends #3

by Willy Stroker

Marco was born Arcadian. Now the beast wants to be set free. And the rite can’t wait any longer...

The magic ring is both outlet and cage. The first transformation is mandatory and after that, he can choose. With Jamie as his anchor, they face the night together. Rules are set by daylight, trust is tested in the dark, and a heat that hits like a heartbeat under metal threatens to consume them both.

The ring won’t come off, but neither will their promises. What starts as survival becomes devotion as they learn to call the monster on purpose... and use him for... activities.

established boyfriends, transformation, possessive tenderness, dubious N/C, and a bite-or-sigil claim leading to a glowingly happy ever after.

Genres: M M Romance

47 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 17, 2025

About the author

Willy Stroker doesn’t just toe the line—he straddles it, growls something sinful in its ear, and writes 80,000 words about what happens when a “straight” man meets a monster in the woods.

His gay paranormal romance is dripping with clueless men, seductive creatures, and enough heat to steam up your Kindle and fog your glasses. Werewolves, demons, ancient gods, and tentacled strangers from beyond the veil? If they’ve got fangs, claws, or a mysteriously long tongue, they’ve probably starred in one of Willy’s books.

Equal parts smut peddler and cryptid matchmaker, Willy believes every “I’m not into monsters, but…” deserves a happily-ever-after—and probably a mating bite or two. When he’s not writing, he’s Googling “where does Bigfoot’s hot dad live” or taking suspiciously long walks in the forest for research.

Warning: Reading his books may result in monster cravings, gay awakenings, and a sudden desire to check under your bed—with hope.

Reviews

[Carol Snyder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Monster shifter vs human mate

Marcus is a shifter who doesnt know what he will shift into until his 25th birthday. He needs his partner as an anchor during the ceremony to keep him grounded. Slightly different type of shifter story but actually quite good

[Jimbo · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one felt promising at the beginning, but somehow -- for being so short -- felt repetitive and uninspired in that it felt like the first two books because the sex was so similar.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm not mad at it but how do I keep falling down these novella rabbit holes?

[Cristy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Esta pequeña historia se centra en la ceremonia que Marco tiene que pasar y en como Jamie lo apoya.

[Michelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

2½⭐