Garland & Giggles

by Athena Steller

Garland & Giggles

This story is part of the DKAG Christmas Daddies Season Two holiday romance series where Christmas magic is real and yuletide wishes do come true.

Nicky
When everything starts to fall apart a few weeks before Christmas, Nicky is desperate to get his holiday spirit back. A flat tire on his way to meet his bestie for dinner is the last straw. He’s having just a teeny tiny breakdown when the Daddy he’d been dreaming about comes to the rescue.
Law is everything that Nicky has ever wanted in a partner and Daddy. Nicky just isn’t sure what Law is looking for. Until Law begins to make all of Nicky’s Christmas dreams come true.

Law
There is no sweeter sound than a little’s giggles in Law’s honest opinion. Being the one to make a little light up is everything. He’d tried to find a boy to claim as his own but at nearly fifty, Law is close to giving up. Until he reconnects with his best friend who has his own little and Law is introduced to Nicky.
Christmas is coming, and Law vows to himself that he’ll make all of Nicky’s dreams come true. Even the naughty ones. It’s about to be the most wonderful time of the year.

This story features two men in their forties learning that it’s never too late to fall in love. This book contains MM sexual content (men having sex with each other), Age Play, and a Daddy/little relationship. This is a quick read filled with fluff and holiday cheer. All characters are over the age of consent. No cheating or cliff-hangers.

Genres: Christmas, M M Romance, Romance

152 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 2, 2025

Reviews

[Jamie Lee Zonneveld · Rating 5 out of 5]

Garland & Giggles by Athena Steller is part of the DKAG Christmas Daddies series by multiple authors. This is the story of Nicky and Law. I loved their story. It was sweet, sexy, full of feels and very well written.

[Mandy (MP Book Reviews) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nicky’s holiday season is falling apart — and a flat tire pushes him into a full‑on pre‑Christmas meltdown. But his luck changes when Law, the Daddy he’s secretly dreamed of, comes to his rescue. Law is kind, steady, and everything Nicky wants… though Nicky isn’t sure whether Law wants him back. That uncertainty fades fast when Law starts granting every one of Nicky’s Christmas wishes. Law, nearly fifty and convinced he’ll never find a boy of his own, is instantly charmed by Nicky’s sweetness and giggles. After being introduced through a mutual friend, Law realizes Nicky might be exactly the little he’s been hoping for. With Christmas approaching, he vows to make the season magical for Nicky — including the naughtier wishes.

I loved this story where two men in their forties discovered that it’s never too late for love, connection, or a Daddy/little bond wrapped in holiday magic. Nicky feels small, overwhelmed, and unseen, even by himself but Law sees Nicky’s sweetness, vulnerability, and joy immediately. I liked that Nicky’s giggles were not childish but an expression of safety and delight which Law treasured, showing how joy can be deeply intimate. Easy to read and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like DDLB dynamic.

[Sophie · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Once again Athena has done it, I’ve devoured another book. It was a wonderfully short Christmas read and I love how enthusiastic Liam and Nicky are together around the Christmas season! Law was perfect for Nicky and I am interested in seeing if this Josh character finds his little too!

Santa Daddy was also very much perfect and I thoroughly enjoyed that part of the book! Nicky is one lucky little!

Overall, this had me giggling, smiling and struggling to put the book down! if you’re looking for a nice short but festive daddy/boy read this one is great! 🎄

[Mandy Tunstill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Law & Nicky Brilliant

OH.... WOW ......... Garland & Giggles is Absolutely Brilliant could not put it down its a Christmas story that is sweet and wonderful we met Law and Nicky in Sandcastles & Sunburns with their best friends daddy Jude and his little Liam and little Nicky is hoping for his own daddy and when he breaks down daddy Law comes to the rescue love how their relationship blossoms and Nicky & Liam are simply adorable littles they are so cute together so much fun can't wait for more recommend so much.

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Law and Nicky’s book! It’s super sweet and cozy with lots of holiday cheer and the perfect amount of spice. We met them in Sandcastles and Sunburns, but you don’t need to have read it to keep up with this story. I love the whole story and how well they mesh together, both respecting the other man and what he wants in a relationship. I really love the Daddy/Little stories and this didn’t disappoint. There was plenty of Little time and cutie shenanigans. This is a wonderful short read perfect for Christmas time. I definitely recommend this book.

[FHR · Rating 4 out of 5]

Independent Nicky has just returned home and is in desperate need of some little time, when he becomes overwhelmed, the Daddy in Law can’t help but step up and things quickly start to build between them.

Having first met these characters in Liam and Jude’s book, we get to see Nicky and Law come together over the holidays and build a Daddy/boy relationship that they were both looking for.

A sweet holiday read full of holiday cheer, daddy/ boy moments and a sweet ending with the promise of new and interesting characters.

[Jodi · Rating 4 out of 5]

good

I always enjoy reading stories with older Mc’s. Both Nicky and Law are in their 40’s. Nicky, while independently rich, this bratty boy needs a daddy. Law wants the job and proves he’s up to the job.

[SJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

a lovely enjoyable story

I really enjoyed the storyline, the character were adorable and I love that the 2 littles are besties! Romario and sweet with some Christmas steam a great read

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great holiday read

I love this collection of characters. I am hoping that the author brings us more happy endings for the secondary characters in this series.

[Kelly Gress · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute Story

I enjoyed the story but wish it was longer. I actually wish we got to see how Christmas dinner went and a little more insight and connection with the invited guests.

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sweet fluffy Christmas story.

[amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful story!! The

This was such a wonderful story. I absolutely 🥰 loved everything about it. The flow of the characters was amazing. I would highly recommend this book.

[Brooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.75⭐️

[Denise GremoryKohta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yay!!!

I am so happy for Nicky. He needed his own Daddy. I love that both Nicky and Liam have uncles. Perfect Christmas read that warms the heart.

[Stacktheforest - Natalie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute plot. Adorable characters. Below average writing.

[Jai Oni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
Enjoyment: ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[Kat_MM_Reader · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️ If this book was full length it would have been perfect!

[Himom90 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable

I enjoyed Nicky and Law’s book. It’s a fun, low angst Daddy/boy story and I liked that both MCs were a bit older.

[Molly Otto · Rating 5 out of 5]

We met Nicky and Law in SANDCASTLES & SUNBURNS, when their best friends found love and hope to a brighter future. They weren't ready to begin something when they first met, but with time they are ready for something real. Nicky isn't ready for this holiday season and thanks to his bestie Liam the holiday spirit is brought back to him in full force. Law now that he is established in this new town is ready to start something with the boy that captured him over the summer. It was nice to see more of Jude & Liam and their blossoming relationship, and Jude getting the help he needed to move past the death of Sam. This book shows us the freer side of not only Nicky and Law, but Jude and Liam as well. I hope Athena continues with this growing found family to explore the dynamics of this group as it changes with each additional couple. A beautiful short read to bring joy to the holiday season.

[Tiana · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️4/5
🌶️2/5
💧2/5
😂4/5

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🩶mm
🩶ddlb
🩶abdl
🩶age play
🩶found family
🩶hurt/comfort
🩶pining
🩶they fall hard
🩶christmas novella
🩶wealthy mc
🩶bondage