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Roll for Love #2
Advantage
Not yet published
Expected 15 Mar 26
Rules were easy. Feelings are not.
Living together blurred the lines, but wanting each other erased them.
In Advantage, the carefully balanced dynamics of the house begin to strain as emotions refuse to stay polite and compartmentalized. What once felt playful now carries weight. What felt safe now demands honesty.
Jealousy surfaces. Power shifts. Desire asks harder questions than anyone expected.
As boundaries are tested and redefined, the house must confront what it truly means to choose each other—without leaving anyone behind.
This isn’t the start of the story. It’s the middle—where everything deepens, complicates, and refuses to stay easy.
Living together blurred the lines, but wanting each other erased them.
In Advantage, the carefully balanced dynamics of the house begin to strain as emotions refuse to stay polite and compartmentalized. What once felt playful now carries weight. What felt safe now demands honesty.
Jealousy surfaces. Power shifts. Desire asks harder questions than anyone expected.
As boundaries are tested and redefined, the house must confront what it truly means to choose each other—without leaving anyone behind.
This isn’t the start of the story. It’s the middle—where everything deepens, complicates, and refuses to stay easy.
579 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 15, 2026
6 people are currently reading
10 people want to read
About the author
Maelana Nightingale
18 books90 followersBestselling author Maelana Nightingale writes romance that bleeds, breathes, and burns—stories where love is messy, healing is hard, and desire is sacred.
Her novels span contemporary found-family romances, dark and taboo stories, and sweeping romantic fantasy, united by raw emotion and unflinching realism. Known for intimate, character-driven storytelling, her work explores connection, power, and trust in ways that feel lived-in rather than performative—and never shies away from the complicated edges of love.
A nurse by trade and storyteller by soul, she brings authenticity to every page—from medical precision to the psychology of trauma, trust, and connection. When she’s not writing, she’s usually wrangling one of her five children or navigating the controlled chaos of her corporate healthcare day job.
Her novels span contemporary found-family romances, dark and taboo stories, and sweeping romantic fantasy, united by raw emotion and unflinching realism. Known for intimate, character-driven storytelling, her work explores connection, power, and trust in ways that feel lived-in rather than performative—and never shies away from the complicated edges of love.
A nurse by trade and storyteller by soul, she brings authenticity to every page—from medical precision to the psychology of trauma, trust, and connection. When she’s not writing, she’s usually wrangling one of her five children or navigating the controlled chaos of her corporate healthcare day job.
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February 11, 2026
No surprise that this was a 5 star read. Maelana has a way of reaching into your soul and forcing you to love her characters. This one has so much spice, but some of it is unexpected and some of the hottest stuff I’ve ever read! Buckle up cause this is a ride you’re going to beg to go on more than once!
Review of advance copy received from Author
"We have a house full of emotionally unstable bisexuals, a very sex-positive, amazing woman-and a Griffin. What could possibly go wrong?"
Received an ARC copy of this book, and I feel so lucky that I did! After Initiative (Roll for Love-Book 1), I was so in love with these characters and their chaotic but beautiful life. The "Polycule" RH book picks up where our resident Chaos Gremlin, Dungeon Daddy, Broody Sad Boy, Paladin Husband, and the glue that holds them all together, Cami, leave off in the cliffhanger in Initiative.
We see their relationships blossom so much more in this book and we get to observe every special, messy, and chaotic moment. You will laugh, cry, and maybe cuss a little.
I was worried in Initiative that being unfamiliar with Dungeons & Dragons would cause me to miss things, but Maelana does a great job in both books explaining the game and the scenes that are portrayed.
I definitely recommend this series if you love stories that contain real world problems, people that love who they love, hilarious banter in group chats, and a little tabletop gaming. You will fall in love with this little Polycule and their antics.
Please read the Trigger warnings due to some light dark elements.
Received an ARC copy of this book, and I feel so lucky that I did! After Initiative (Roll for Love-Book 1), I was so in love with these characters and their chaotic but beautiful life. The "Polycule" RH book picks up where our resident Chaos Gremlin, Dungeon Daddy, Broody Sad Boy, Paladin Husband, and the glue that holds them all together, Cami, leave off in the cliffhanger in Initiative.
We see their relationships blossom so much more in this book and we get to observe every special, messy, and chaotic moment. You will laugh, cry, and maybe cuss a little.
I was worried in Initiative that being unfamiliar with Dungeons & Dragons would cause me to miss things, but Maelana does a great job in both books explaining the game and the scenes that are portrayed.
I definitely recommend this series if you love stories that contain real world problems, people that love who they love, hilarious banter in group chats, and a little tabletop gaming. You will fall in love with this little Polycule and their antics.
Please read the Trigger warnings due to some light dark elements.
Review of advance copy received from Author
"I did not sign the HOA papers for this poly cule-de-sac"
Thank you Maelana for letting me read this early! I'm happy to give this series another loving review!
Our quintuple polycule is back in the spotlight as they manage to learn about themselves, their feelings of the situation and each other, and learning how to live with someone whose medical needs have to supercede the other parts at play.
Having learned better about the whole D&D group, they manage to get their feelings more complicated, and they start to learn to resolve internalized anxiety and the feeling of being left behind, while addressing that polycules are not easily written on page where it all meshes together.
The game table content made sense for the slices we see, nothing feels too complicated for anyone unfamiliar to the table to understand. Everyone tries to be in character for the game nights, but it's human in a fun way.
The spice? It's spicy. Like, the polycule actually is poly kinda spicy.
This book may make you require someone that treats you well, because the amount of scenes within the book is going to leave you needing relief no plastic can fill.
Thank you Maelana for letting me read this early! I'm happy to give this series another loving review!
Our quintuple polycule is back in the spotlight as they manage to learn about themselves, their feelings of the situation and each other, and learning how to live with someone whose medical needs have to supercede the other parts at play.
Having learned better about the whole D&D group, they manage to get their feelings more complicated, and they start to learn to resolve internalized anxiety and the feeling of being left behind, while addressing that polycules are not easily written on page where it all meshes together.
The game table content made sense for the slices we see, nothing feels too complicated for anyone unfamiliar to the table to understand. Everyone tries to be in character for the game nights, but it's human in a fun way.
The spice? It's spicy. Like, the polycule actually is poly kinda spicy.
This book may make you require someone that treats you well, because the amount of scenes within the book is going to leave you needing relief no plastic can fill.
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨ARC REVIEW✨
That’s a wrap on Book 2, and I loved how it picked up right where Initiative left off. The tension doesn’t reset. It deepens. The polycule dynamic grows in ways that feel intentional and layered, and the relationships actually blossom instead of staying surface-level.
One thing I continue to appreciate is that consent isn’t just mentioned, it’s a whole vibe throughout the book. The emotional awareness and communication make the messy moments hit even harder.
And that line…
I did not sign the HOA paperwork for this poly cul-de-sac
Instant favorite. No notes.
Each of the four MMCs brings a completely different energy to the table, and somehow I’m drawn to all of them for different reasons. Distinct personalities. Distinct chemistry. No one fades into the background.
Cami is a lucky girl… and I am now personally on my knees after that cliffhanger, respectfully begging for Book 3.
That’s a wrap on Book 2, and I loved how it picked up right where Initiative left off. The tension doesn’t reset. It deepens. The polycule dynamic grows in ways that feel intentional and layered, and the relationships actually blossom instead of staying surface-level.
One thing I continue to appreciate is that consent isn’t just mentioned, it’s a whole vibe throughout the book. The emotional awareness and communication make the messy moments hit even harder.
And that line…
I did not sign the HOA paperwork for this poly cul-de-sac
Instant favorite. No notes.
Each of the four MMCs brings a completely different energy to the table, and somehow I’m drawn to all of them for different reasons. Distinct personalities. Distinct chemistry. No one fades into the background.
Cami is a lucky girl… and I am now personally on my knees after that cliffhanger, respectfully begging for Book 3.
Review of advance copy received from Author
It is hard to describe how powerful this book is. The emotions, the brutally honest conversations between the characters, and the hot as $@#% chemistry destroys me. The way the characters interact is so deep. It makes me wish that everyone in real life could be this thoughtful in their choices and the way they talk to each other. This second book in the Roll for love series does not disappoint in the least. There is so much care and concern that this author has put into these characters. You feel like you know them the more you read.
If this was an ongoing series( like 20 books or more), I would happily read forever. The chemistry between Micah and Dex is my favorite, ok… and Ronan and Cami too! I barely could bring myself to stop reading. I wish sleep was not a thing.
I await the next installment with baited breath. I love, love, love this series.
If this was an ongoing series( like 20 books or more), I would happily read forever. The chemistry between Micah and Dex is my favorite, ok… and Ronan and Cami too! I barely could bring myself to stop reading. I wish sleep was not a thing.
I await the next installment with baited breath. I love, love, love this series.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Once again, Maelana knocks it out of the park.
When we last left our favorite polycule things were just starting to heat up and rules were being laid down. In Advantage we get to see them come into their own in their dynamic. They are finding their balance in all the best ways.
On top of logistics, which are being worked out in the best and healthiest ways I have ever read (even if imperfect at times,) we got some of the hottest scenes I have ever read, some of the best snark and humor you could ask for, and growth in all five humans.
This book was fantastic and this series is becoming one of my favorites of all time.
I cannot wait for the next one.
I need more Dungeon Daddy. I need more Griffin. I need more brat and sad boy.
Neeeeeeeed.
Thank you to the author for blessing me with an ARC of Advantage.
When we last left our favorite polycule things were just starting to heat up and rules were being laid down. In Advantage we get to see them come into their own in their dynamic. They are finding their balance in all the best ways.
On top of logistics, which are being worked out in the best and healthiest ways I have ever read (even if imperfect at times,) we got some of the hottest scenes I have ever read, some of the best snark and humor you could ask for, and growth in all five humans.
This book was fantastic and this series is becoming one of my favorites of all time.
I cannot wait for the next one.
I need more Dungeon Daddy. I need more Griffin. I need more brat and sad boy.
Neeeeeeeed.
Thank you to the author for blessing me with an ARC of Advantage.
Review of advance copy
We pick up where book one ended with the polycule learning boundaries and how to move forward as a group. Griffin is having a hard time being the only heterosexual in the group, everyone acknowledges his concerns and does all they can to help ease this transition. That's what I love about this story, it shows real emotions in the navigation of this lifestyle. All the relationships grow at different rates but the communication is there. They all work to make everyone feel seen and safe. Ends on a cliffhanger where the polycule is questioned.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I really enjoyed this book, we pick up where the first book leaves off. We are following Cami and her four men, each bringing something different to the table, from husband protectiveness, playfulness and strength to communicate how she feels. I loved seeing more of the dynamic between Micah, Dex and Cami. How they grow together and separately. I also really enjoyed the d&d campaign throughout the book, how it flowed through and how they each were with their characters. With how it ended I can’t wait to see what happens next, and how the trilogy concludes.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I really liked this sequel. It felt more like a slice of life for this group in growing and learning how to be together, navigating this new dynamic. Very different than most Why Choose and Poly romances. If you have ever read a why choose book and question how they just automatically know how to navigate the dynamics, you should read this and see the opposite. It was a little repetitive at times, which slowed down the reading, but the consent in this book is top tier.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I love the communication and the spice!!
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