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Hot Summer
Hot Bestie Summer
Jack
Zak and I do everything together. We're best friends and business partners, but we've never been the other B-word: boyfriends. When Zak inherits his grandmother’s house in a quiet small town, we head out for a relaxing summer escape. The last thing we expect to stumble upon is Harvey, a big man with a gentle soul who we both fall for. The question is: can we share him?
Zak
I'm proud of the media empire Jack and I have built, and I couldn't care less if some people look down their noses at us because it's 'adult content.' Unlike most people, Harvey doesn't instantly judge us when he finds out what we do. He likes our work. He, uh, really likes it. The question is: is he just looking for a hookup?
Harvey
I'm a 6'9" freak of nature. A former stunt double living a quiet life out of the spotlight. Jack and Zak don't just accept me for who I am. For the first time in my life, I feel seen. The question is: can the three of us find a way to make it work?
Hot Bestie Summer is a scorching MMM poly romance about two retired adult performers and a big, soft-hearted man, all in need of healing.
Double the fun, double the laughs, and double the steam—make your summer sizzle with the deliciously naughty Hot Summer series.
Zak and I do everything together. We're best friends and business partners, but we've never been the other B-word: boyfriends. When Zak inherits his grandmother’s house in a quiet small town, we head out for a relaxing summer escape. The last thing we expect to stumble upon is Harvey, a big man with a gentle soul who we both fall for. The question is: can we share him?
Zak
I'm proud of the media empire Jack and I have built, and I couldn't care less if some people look down their noses at us because it's 'adult content.' Unlike most people, Harvey doesn't instantly judge us when he finds out what we do. He likes our work. He, uh, really likes it. The question is: is he just looking for a hookup?
Harvey
I'm a 6'9" freak of nature. A former stunt double living a quiet life out of the spotlight. Jack and Zak don't just accept me for who I am. For the first time in my life, I feel seen. The question is: can the three of us find a way to make it work?
Hot Bestie Summer is a scorching MMM poly romance about two retired adult performers and a big, soft-hearted man, all in need of healing.
Double the fun, double the laughs, and double the steam—make your summer sizzle with the deliciously naughty Hot Summer series.
88 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 8, 2026
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June 14, 2026
not too shabby
June 13, 2026
Not bad.
KU Read
83 Pages
Not Summer Book 3
MMM Romance
Size Difference
Best Friends to Lovers
Older Men (later in life love)
Retired Cam Workers
Triggers (SA situation)
This novella is similar to the previous two; with two established friends finding love when a third man is brought into the mix to complete the throuple. This has been my least fave in the series, not that I don't like the characters but the spitting gave me the ick and I struggled to shake it after. That's a personal choice though and I am sure others would be fine with that and the love story between the three is actually quite sweet.
KU Read
83 Pages
Not Summer Book 3
MMM Romance
Size Difference
Best Friends to Lovers
Older Men (later in life love)
Retired Cam Workers
Triggers (SA situation)
This novella is similar to the previous two; with two established friends finding love when a third man is brought into the mix to complete the throuple. This has been my least fave in the series, not that I don't like the characters but the spitting gave me the ick and I struggled to shake it after. That's a personal choice though and I am sure others would be fine with that and the love story between the three is actually quite sweet.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Someone pass me a fan! This is steamy and so much fun. Realistic, gentle, caring, fun, compassionate, this story has elements of all that and so much more. It defeats me trying to work out how it's possible for Casey Cox manages to make all that fit into a novella but I'm thrilled he does. This series is one of my favourites and I've revisited it more than once so it was fun to meet some of my other favourite characters...
Jack and Zak, best friends since childhood, do everything together - quite literally. They need a break though, not from one another but from the relentless lives they now lead as owners of a very successful business empire. That Casey Cox spends time reflecting on this, on the toll their careers have taken, on their need for a summer break feels important, it brings the story into reality, reminding us we are all human, all need to take care of ourselves. It also reminds us to be as honest as possible with those closest to us, trusting them with those truths, trusting the bonds we have built.
Jack and Zak are not the only ones who need a break, some honesty and something more in their lives. They meet their summer neighbour, Harvey, when he helps them with their car and there is a spark there immediately but Harvey has his own issues. He's almost a recluse, a giant at 6'9" he tends to avoid public places but there is something about Jack and Zak, something honest and true. Harvey can be himself with this pair and they can all be more with one another.
Their story is beautiful, raw, honest, charming, funny and absolutely certain to have you reaching for that fan with a big grin on your face!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jack and Zak, best friends since childhood, do everything together - quite literally. They need a break though, not from one another but from the relentless lives they now lead as owners of a very successful business empire. That Casey Cox spends time reflecting on this, on the toll their careers have taken, on their need for a summer break feels important, it brings the story into reality, reminding us we are all human, all need to take care of ourselves. It also reminds us to be as honest as possible with those closest to us, trusting them with those truths, trusting the bonds we have built.
Jack and Zak are not the only ones who need a break, some honesty and something more in their lives. They meet their summer neighbour, Harvey, when he helps them with their car and there is a spark there immediately but Harvey has his own issues. He's almost a recluse, a giant at 6'9" he tends to avoid public places but there is something about Jack and Zak, something honest and true. Harvey can be himself with this pair and they can all be more with one another.
Their story is beautiful, raw, honest, charming, funny and absolutely certain to have you reaching for that fan with a big grin on your face!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
Oh boy, 83 pages of the finest hotness.
Jack and Zak are best friends. They are on the road from LA to a small town called Cumcircle, (of all places!) where Zak’s grandmother left him a house. They will pause for the coming weeks.
Both are forty, and they have known each other since they were seven.
They work together in the adult film industry aka the porn business. They went into business with a guy with money and launched FaceBros, a porn studio specializing exclusively in cum content.
Think about what you could do with it, and they’ll do it, or better they did it. For ten years, they ran the business but not on camera anymore. Little secret… Zak has been in love with Jack for years.
Harvey is a big guy at 6'9". He’s a former stunt-double, in the movie world, he now lives a quiet life. While he’s a big guy, he’s insecure. He’s also living next door to Zak’s late grandmother.
When the three neighbors meet they hit it off right away. Before you know it, Zak and Jack show Harvey what they can do with a big guy and a huge dick.
After weeks of being together, they are falling for each other. Is there a future together for them?
This was a lovely, hot, fast-paced story, with all the good feels. They have quite uncomplicated characters they are kind, sweet, thoughtful, and honest. The writing is, as always, well done.
With just enough of everything to leave us satisfied as readers, when finished.
Review also on LoveBytes - LGBTQ bookreviews
Jack and Zak are best friends. They are on the road from LA to a small town called Cumcircle, (of all places!) where Zak’s grandmother left him a house. They will pause for the coming weeks.
Both are forty, and they have known each other since they were seven.
They work together in the adult film industry aka the porn business. They went into business with a guy with money and launched FaceBros, a porn studio specializing exclusively in cum content.
Think about what you could do with it, and they’ll do it, or better they did it. For ten years, they ran the business but not on camera anymore. Little secret… Zak has been in love with Jack for years.
Harvey is a big guy at 6'9". He’s a former stunt-double, in the movie world, he now lives a quiet life. While he’s a big guy, he’s insecure. He’s also living next door to Zak’s late grandmother.
When the three neighbors meet they hit it off right away. Before you know it, Zak and Jack show Harvey what they can do with a big guy and a huge dick.
After weeks of being together, they are falling for each other. Is there a future together for them?
This was a lovely, hot, fast-paced story, with all the good feels. They have quite uncomplicated characters they are kind, sweet, thoughtful, and honest. The writing is, as always, well done.
With just enough of everything to leave us satisfied as readers, when finished.
Review also on LoveBytes - LGBTQ bookreviews
July 16, 2026
This is a me thing. I almost gave it 2 star because cum play is just not my thing and makes me kind of gaggy. So I found that rather off-putting. What I did appreciate was the mental health discussions of porn work and the fact that JAck had been celibate for 10 years after retiring and also facing the backlash of people when they find out what you do. I listened to a podcast about the Chippendales and back in the day it was more "hands on" and one guy said after kissing hundreds of women a night for years, he could barely stand to kiss anyone and didn't want to be touched, even in a "normal" relationship. So I appreciated that being raised as in issue for the porn biz, but I just couldn't get past the sheer amount of fluids and the reveling in it. *shrug* If you like it you like it. I also think Harvey was not 12 inches. Isn't that like the world record? LOL
Also,
So mixed. The sex itself didn't really appeal but the substance of the guys was interesting. The fact they are all older (40's and early 50's) is also a nice change.
Also,
So mixed. The sex itself didn't really appeal but the substance of the guys was interesting. The fact they are all older (40's and early 50's) is also a nice change.
June 11, 2026
Harvey, Jack and Zak’s story is short and engaging. Former adult entertainers Zak and Jack have come to the town of Cumcircle to decompress from their business in L.A. and to let Zak deal with memories of his grandmother who recently passed. On their first morning, they meet Harvey, their 6 foot 9 inch neighbor, a man who considers himself a freak of nature due to his size, a man who has never had a relationship, and keeps to himself. When Harvey helps Zak and Jack out, they invite him to dinner, and thus starts a friendship that quickly grows into more. Harvey feels seen and accepted by the two men, and he in turn totally accepts their former career, also happy to benefit from their skills. The relationship between the three starts out as friends, then develops naturally into a more romantic one as boyfriends in a committed throuple as they get to know each other better. Characters are interesting and relatable, and the evolution from friendship to lovers seemed very realistic and natural, leaving this reader satisfied with the conclusion as they move on together. Short, sweet, and low-angst, an enjoyable quick read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
Feeling hot hot hot!!
Jack and Zach are going on a holiday to relax from work. They have known each other since children and built a very successful porn company. They used to do the films but now they actually just make the films. But they just need to get away so they’re going to a place called Cumcircle. when they got there their car ran out of gas but it did lead to one good thing and that was meeting Harvey. Harvey is 6 foot nine and used to scaring small children who thinks he’s a giant so he stays at home he helps his elderly neighbours but mostly he’s happy At Home or on the lake. When he asked the guys if they need a hand, they manage to get the car home so they invite Harvey over for dinner and this is where the fun starts. You see Zak and Jack used to be in films together but they’ve never really done anything outside of filming. They’ve always felt something was missing and it seems that Harvey is just the right man to fill that gap and make them all hole. This is a really good read it’s effortless. It’s just fun and hot and steamy and it’s great seeing old faces too. A really good Read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jack and Zach are going on a holiday to relax from work. They have known each other since children and built a very successful porn company. They used to do the films but now they actually just make the films. But they just need to get away so they’re going to a place called Cumcircle. when they got there their car ran out of gas but it did lead to one good thing and that was meeting Harvey. Harvey is 6 foot nine and used to scaring small children who thinks he’s a giant so he stays at home he helps his elderly neighbours but mostly he’s happy At Home or on the lake. When he asked the guys if they need a hand, they manage to get the car home so they invite Harvey over for dinner and this is where the fun starts. You see Zak and Jack used to be in films together but they’ve never really done anything outside of filming. They’ve always felt something was missing and it seems that Harvey is just the right man to fill that gap and make them all hole. This is a really good read it’s effortless. It’s just fun and hot and steamy and it’s great seeing old faces too. A really good Read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
"Typical Zak. A free spirit. Never worries. Always trusts that everything will work out."
What a naughty quick little read this was and I enjoyed every moment. This is book 3 in the Hot Summer series by Casey Cox. I just finished another book and was looking for something to read when I saw this on Booksprout. I've enjoyed everything this author has written but nowadays I mainly lean towards PNR books. I'm so glad I decided to give this book a try.
Zak and Jack, two retired adult performers, get help with their rental vehicle from a resident of the small town of Cumcircle. The local resident recluse, Harvey, is a 6'9" retired stunt double. Even though Zak and Jack no longer perform they do own the production company and are ready for some much-needed R&R. This book almost writes itself.
MMM, size difference, two longtime friends and business partners, hurt/comfort, age gap around 10 years, game night got interesting, I need some mango cardamom cupcakes (going now to find the recipe)
What a naughty quick little read this was and I enjoyed every moment. This is book 3 in the Hot Summer series by Casey Cox. I just finished another book and was looking for something to read when I saw this on Booksprout. I've enjoyed everything this author has written but nowadays I mainly lean towards PNR books. I'm so glad I decided to give this book a try.
Zak and Jack, two retired adult performers, get help with their rental vehicle from a resident of the small town of Cumcircle. The local resident recluse, Harvey, is a 6'9" retired stunt double. Even though Zak and Jack no longer perform they do own the production company and are ready for some much-needed R&R. This book almost writes itself.
MMM, size difference, two longtime friends and business partners, hurt/comfort, age gap around 10 years, game night got interesting, I need some mango cardamom cupcakes (going now to find the recipe)
September 29, 2026
4.5 stars
This book was alot better than book 2 but I liked book 1 a little bit more. Once again this book like the others was a quick, easy, no angst read. The world building is good and I enjoyed the cameos by the previous books characters. You can still read this as a standalone though.
The overall plot was good. I love a good friends to lovers story and 3 are better than 2. The characters were very likeable. I like that they all had their own insecurities and together they had some character development and growth with overcoming them together. They had good chemistry but not very much relationshipdevelopment. Once again like the previous books, this book did feel like instalove.
A major part of this plot is based on Harvey thinking he is scary just because he's 6'9" and lives his life as a recluse because of it. I just wasn't believing it. Also, I found this book to be less steamy than book 1 and focused mostly on one obsession that the characters loved to do. While I get that it was the characters obsession, I just felt like the book was lacking in variety.
This book was alot better than book 2 but I liked book 1 a little bit more. Once again this book like the others was a quick, easy, no angst read. The world building is good and I enjoyed the cameos by the previous books characters. You can still read this as a standalone though.
The overall plot was good. I love a good friends to lovers story and 3 are better than 2. The characters were very likeable. I like that they all had their own insecurities and together they had some character development and growth with overcoming them together. They had good chemistry but not very much relationshipdevelopment. Once again like the previous books, this book did feel like instalove.
A major part of this plot is based on Harvey thinking he is scary just because he's 6'9" and lives his life as a recluse because of it. I just wasn't believing it. Also, I found this book to be less steamy than book 1 and focused mostly on one obsession that the characters loved to do. While I get that it was the characters obsession, I just felt like the book was lacking in variety.
June 14, 2026
I really enjoyed this
I’ve read MM books before but this was my first MMM and first book by this author. I definitely recommend it. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was quite surprised. I fell in love with all the characters and the amount of insight into their personalities and their development was amazing for having been done in the space of a novella.
I also found the psychological insight into adult content actors interesting. It wasn’t anything I thought of before and hope that in real life they are getting the support Zak is aiming for.
I have to say 1 or 2 of the small things they did, I found to not be not my thing but it didn’t detract from how well done the sex scenes were. They were not only sexy but loving. It was just superb how these scenes got Harvey to feel comfortable with himself and the group of them together allowed Zak and Jack to express their true feelings
I’ve read MM books before but this was my first MMM and first book by this author. I definitely recommend it. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was quite surprised. I fell in love with all the characters and the amount of insight into their personalities and their development was amazing for having been done in the space of a novella.
I also found the psychological insight into adult content actors interesting. It wasn’t anything I thought of before and hope that in real life they are getting the support Zak is aiming for.
I have to say 1 or 2 of the small things they did, I found to not be not my thing but it didn’t detract from how well done the sex scenes were. They were not only sexy but loving. It was just superb how these scenes got Harvey to feel comfortable with himself and the group of them together allowed Zak and Jack to express their true feelings
July 11, 2026
1 Sweet Giant and 2 Besties
Harvey is an adorable big man whose very self conscious about his body and height. Even coming to a small town Harvey hates going into town because of the whispers and looks. But when two men come to town things start to change for Harvey.
Zak and Jack are in need of a vacation. When Zak inherits his grands house they decide it was past time to take a break. After being in the adult media business both men are tired even if it is behind the scenes now. When they get to the house they find out they have a very interesting man as one of their neighbors. After several dinners with the sexy man named Harvey, all three men realize more is happening than any of them realize.
This book is about being excepted for who you are, finding yourself, finding in love and knowing it’s ok to just be you. Oh and yes there is spiciness ❤️🔥
This Novella is very well written and gets 5 stars 🌟. 💜❤️
Harvey is an adorable big man whose very self conscious about his body and height. Even coming to a small town Harvey hates going into town because of the whispers and looks. But when two men come to town things start to change for Harvey.
Zak and Jack are in need of a vacation. When Zak inherits his grands house they decide it was past time to take a break. After being in the adult media business both men are tired even if it is behind the scenes now. When they get to the house they find out they have a very interesting man as one of their neighbors. After several dinners with the sexy man named Harvey, all three men realize more is happening than any of them realize.
This book is about being excepted for who you are, finding yourself, finding in love and knowing it’s ok to just be you. Oh and yes there is spiciness ❤️🔥
This Novella is very well written and gets 5 stars 🌟. 💜❤️
June 13, 2026
This is a poly MMM novella romance, featuring Jack, Zak and Harvey, and is book three in the Hot Summer series.
Jack and Zak are best friends who run an adult entertainment media business together and spend the summer in the small town of Cumcircle after Zak inherits a house from his grandmother. When they meet the neighbour, Harvey, feelings start to grow.
This was a low angst and entertaining read. Zak and Jack are such a perfect fit for Harvey, they make each other feel whole. This town is full of poly relationships, and I’m loving it.
Things to expect in this book are:
Book 3 in series
MMM romance
Novella
Check CW
Small town
Best friends + local
Ex stunt double
Ex p*rn stars / adult entertainers
Size difference
Friends to more
Strip poker
Buys them flowers
Spicy times
Threesome
Cum play & snowballing
Facials
Monster c*ck & DP
Protective / rescues him
Admit feelings
Poly relationship
Found family
HEA
Jack and Zak are best friends who run an adult entertainment media business together and spend the summer in the small town of Cumcircle after Zak inherits a house from his grandmother. When they meet the neighbour, Harvey, feelings start to grow.
This was a low angst and entertaining read. Zak and Jack are such a perfect fit for Harvey, they make each other feel whole. This town is full of poly relationships, and I’m loving it.
Things to expect in this book are:
Book 3 in series
MMM romance
Novella
Check CW
Small town
Best friends + local
Ex stunt double
Ex p*rn stars / adult entertainers
Size difference
Friends to more
Strip poker
Buys them flowers
Spicy times
Threesome
Cum play & snowballing
Facials
Monster c*ck & DP
Protective / rescues him
Admit feelings
Poly relationship
Found family
HEA
June 11, 2026
3 stars
I like this series very much but this 3rd book didn't completely work for me for two big reasons.
First, Zak and Jack's specialty as performers (and something still like it very much) is cum play. I don't like it and I never would have picked up the book if that was advertised in the blurb.
Second, I feel like all happened too fast between the three of them, like Harvey and Jack's personal issues didn't matter anymore.
Moreover, Harvey is fifty three and Zak and jack are over forty, but they all seem way more younger.
I'll keep reading this serie, though. I loved seeing Bailey, Stellan and Duke again and I hope we'll have the chance to see all the MCs in the next book.
I like this series very much but this 3rd book didn't completely work for me for two big reasons.
First, Zak and Jack's specialty as performers (and something still like it very much) is cum play. I don't like it and I never would have picked up the book if that was advertised in the blurb.
Second, I feel like all happened too fast between the three of them, like Harvey and Jack's personal issues didn't matter anymore.
Moreover, Harvey is fifty three and Zak and jack are over forty, but they all seem way more younger.
I'll keep reading this serie, though. I loved seeing Bailey, Stellan and Duke again and I hope we'll have the chance to see all the MCs in the next book.
Review of advance copy
Jack, Zak, & Harvey
This was a sweet, fun story. I love the small town of Cumcircle. And it fit this crew in particular very well.
I did hate the insecurities that Jack had about his and Zak's profession, but I love how Harvey was able to counter that with his attentions and total understanding. I was very grateful for the heads up in the content warning about the issue Jack faces, and I'm glad that was resolved very quickly and safely.
It was a simple and spicy story, and I love when we get the chance to reconnect with characters from a previous book in the series, even if it's just a couple small moments.
I received an authorized copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
This was a sweet, fun story. I love the small town of Cumcircle. And it fit this crew in particular very well.
I did hate the insecurities that Jack had about his and Zak's profession, but I love how Harvey was able to counter that with his attentions and total understanding. I was very grateful for the heads up in the content warning about the issue Jack faces, and I'm glad that was resolved very quickly and safely.
It was a simple and spicy story, and I love when we get the chance to reconnect with characters from a previous book in the series, even if it's just a couple small moments.
I received an authorized copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
June 7, 2026
This was a short and fun read, I really enjoyed our main characters and their insecurities and how the other guys encouraged and uplifted them. Zak and Jack are lifelong friends who are in the adult entertainment business and Harvey is an ex-stuntman living a quiet life in small town. When they end up living in the same street there is instant chemistry.
This was a fast-paced, spicy and sweet. The characters are likeable and the writing was good. Well paced and realistic for such a short read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was a fast-paced, spicy and sweet. The characters are likeable and the writing was good. Well paced and realistic for such a short read.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
Hot Bestie Summer by Casey Cox delivers a scorching-hot, deeply tender romance that will make you wish you were just half as lucky! The friends-to-lovers chemistry is completely off the charts, blending high-heat passion with total emotional devotion.Casey Cox crafts the exact kind of pure, supportive, and intensely passionate love that we all want in a real-life partner. It is a beautiful, sizzling escape that leaves you daydreaming about finding your own perfect match. An absolute must-read!
Review of advance copy
Casey Cox can write the most romantic books you’ve ever read that bring a tear to your eye… they can also write the smuttiest smut you’ve ever read - and that’s what you’re gonna get here! These little novellas are always so good and you’re guaranteed a fun time. Hope this series continues!
Thank you Booksprout for the ARC. This review is honest and voluntary.
Thank you Booksprout for the ARC. This review is honest and voluntary.
June 25, 2026
Filthy fun quick read.
Sweet and spicy little novella that packs a heated punch with 3 hot MMM!? Sign me up!
They had me laughing one moment while kicking my feet and then swooning and melting from all the sizzling smut.
I loved the two childhood friends turned to lovers along with the perfect sweet gentle giant to balance them all out.
Sweet and spicy little novella that packs a heated punch with 3 hot MMM!? Sign me up!
They had me laughing one moment while kicking my feet and then swooning and melting from all the sizzling smut.
I loved the two childhood friends turned to lovers along with the perfect sweet gentle giant to balance them all out.
Review of advance copy
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I liked this steamy story where three men find love and fulfillment. Jack and Zak finally confess their love for each other and find the third they need to be complete in Harvey.
June 15, 2026
Jake and Zak meet their soulmate in a small town. Harvey brings out their true feelings for him and each other. The three find they have a lot in common besides lust. Together they found their HEA!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 12, 2026
We love Harvey
July 1, 2026
Short and surprisingly different porn/thruple mix with tall, hung men.
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