Midsummer Masquerade

by L.S. Pullen

Midsummer Masquerade Novella, A summer night masked in mystery and intrigue.
Rainbow has always been a precious ray of sunshine and one of the very few people I can tolerate.
She’s also my best friend’s half-sister, and the equivalent of forbidden fruit.
I’ve been fighting this attraction since I can remember.
But it’s a lost cause when one taste is all it takes to burn my good intentions to ash.

119 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 18, 2026

About the author

L.S. Pullen, aka Leila, is an indie author, born and raised in North London; and now resides in East of England. No longer working the corporate life, she writes full time.
When she’s not writing or reading, you’ll find her walking her adopted pooch Luna whilst squirrel spotting. As well as looking after her bunnies Beatrix & Bucky. And in true English cliche fashion, she loves afternoon tea.

You can find everything you need to know about the author here on her website: https://lspullen.co.uk

Facebook: http://facebook.com/lspullenauthor
Instagram: http://instagram.com/lspauthor

Reviews

[Laura]

If you love a brothers best friend romance then this one is for you. This book follows Tobias and Rainbow two people who shouldn't make sense but do. I love their chemistry and how they are drawn to each other. Things got and heavy between them very quickly. I loved Rainbow so much

[Samantha]

Love Tobias and rainbow spicy romance so much and love that Leila’s get straight into the spice in chapter two and Tobias and rainbow brother Eric are best friends and rainbow is staying in her brothers flat while he is away on a business trip and Tobias lives in the same building in Mayfair. Both Tobias and rainbow have had crush/ sexual fantasies about each other and love that Tobias is grumpy and rainbow is sunshine. Very spicy between Tobias and rainbow and rainbow and Eric’s mothers and dad is brought up in the book. And Eric and rainbow are half sibling different mothers, but same dad. And love that Harrison, hunter and Ari is mentioned from valentine masquerade appear in this book and rainbow has always wanted to be a fashion photographer. And love that rainbow is herself and rainbow has twelve tattoos and she is pierced in her private area. Eric isn’t happy when he finds out about Tobias and rainbow but love the ending with Eric and rainbow talking and officially Tobias and rainbow being together and love Tobias dirty talk and he calls rainbow beautiful and good girl and also calls her sweet cheeks. And set during the summer. And I just love Leila’s wring and she doesn’t disappoint on the spice and love all the characters and this was a quick spicy novella. And Eric and Tobias have been best friends since school.

Spicy
Dual PoV
Grumpy x sunshine
Novella
Brothers best friend
Opposite attract
He falls first
Pierced FMC
Under 115 pages

[Holli Pounds]

The way i was chomping at the bit for this book is unreal..

After smashing Valentine Masquerade, I could NOT wait for this!

This masterpiece follows Rainbow & Tobias.. guess what its a brothers best friend trope.. already salvating 🤤

Tobias goes to water is bestfriends plants unaware Rainbow is currently staying there and boy does he get a shock when he opens the door, certain things get a little hard, if ya know what I mean 🤭
Rainbow accidently drops a glass on the floor and of course Tobias has to pick her up and make sure she didn't get hurt right? And he also has to make sure he has something to eat... 😉

Tobias gets a phone call from Rainbows brother, let's just say he left not long after that. Next time they are together, Ric messages again!! Those two cant catch a break.

The chemistry between these two is through the roof! Im smiling & laughing along with them, you can tell they are meant to be together. Let's just say i will never look a popping candy the same again 🤣

I loved seeing Ari, Harrison & Hunter again! Oh how ive missed them three!! Tobias makes his move at the Masquerade ball, he goes and gets his lady!!

I LOVED this book so much!! I can not wait for Silk & Sin Masquerade!!

[Heather Simpson]

Another short, spicy novella to add to the growing L.S. Pullen collection, Midsummer Masquerade follows Rainbow and Tobias, two people who on paper, shouldn't be drawn to one another. But when the opportunity presents itself, neither of them can resist, and I'm so glad they didn't!

The way Tobias absolutely worships Rainbow? Top tier. This man is on another level, and I loved every second of it. Their chemistry was electric from start to finish.

Let me just shout this from the rooftops OUR FMC IS A CURVY BADDIE! I loved that Rainbow is curvy rather than the stereotypical slim FMC. We love to see that kind of representation, and it made her character feel even more relatable and I loved everything about her.

Leila writes spicy scenes incredibly well. They're steamy without ever feeling awkward or cringeworthy, which is something I always appreciate. If you're looking for a quick, spicy romance with fantastic chemistry and a man who's completely devoted to his woman, Midsummer Masquerade is definitely worth picking up.

[Jo Venison]

Midsummer Masquerade was exactly the book I needed.

Tobias and Rainbow had me completely invested from the start. I loved the grumpy/sunshine dynamic, the brother’s best friend tension, and the fact that Tobias falls hard despite trying his absolute best to resist. The chemistry between them is off the charts and the spice definitely delivers, but what really worked for me was how easy this book was to fall into. It’s fun, flirty, emotional in all the right places, and incredibly addictive.

I genuinely devoured it in one sitting and found myself smiling, laughing and occasionally questioning the innocence of certain childhood treats thanks to Tobias. Once you’ve read it, you’ll understand.

If you’re looking for a quick, spicy read that will pull you out of a reading slump or cleanse your palate between heavier books, I’d highly recommend picking this one up.

[Marcia - itsabookthing2021]

Midsummer Masquerade is a fantastic novella that hooks you straight away and leaves you wanting more.
I loved the characters Rainbow & Tobias, the chemistry between the two characters was so realistic and felt like it was radiating off the page. The spice as always was top notch and the storyline was great. I always love reading LS Pullen books as I know I'm gonna get a fantastic romance amongst the plotline that is so easy to devour. The tropes in this novel were giving perfection, I loved the brother's best friend trope.
A fantastic, steamy read!!

[Kelly]

⭐️ 3.5 ⭐️

Following characters rainbow & Tobias

L.S. Pullen has blessed us with another novella in the Mayfair Masquerade series. If you want to fun spicy time this series is the one for you. Even though this is a novella L.S. Pullen is able to make you find a connection with these main characters. The tension and spicy scenes between Tobias and Rainbow were perfection.


Thank you Leila For the ARC

[Shannon's Books]

Wow! Just Wow 😍 For a Novella it feels like I know the characters so well. It flowed perfectly and those spicey scenes were top level, for a spicy short read.. its not even pure smut the storyline flows through it so well! I completely get how they are destined for each other. Perfect sexual tension, perfect build up and wow 😈🥵🔥 I have never related to a female MC more, I loved it!

[Debra]

Lust and Love

Rainbow and Tobias have secretly carried feelings for each other for years. During one hit summers weekend they come together. These two could set fire to the pages of a book. It's intense and seriously hot. Only problem is Tobias is best friends with Rainbows brother.

[Victoria Pen]

ARC review: OMG!!!! This novella series is super hot and spicy! I loved the characters so much! Highly recommended if you want a quick read with lots of fun and spice! Can’t wait for the rest of the series!

[LJ]

I feel so lucky to have read the ARC for this one.
“She has the power to make me or break me.” THE MAN THAT YOU ARE TOBIAS!
These novellas just keep getting better, I am obsessed.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
I hope y’all like popping candy!

[Kim Merkenhof]

Brothers best friend you say? Sign me up.

Although it is very spicy, it doesn’t feel like pure smut. You feel the connection between them.

I love the interconnected line with the other book. Can't wait for the next one.

[Hannah - Twiggy | Booktok]

Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Ending: HEA
Book style: brothers best friend
Kindle unlimited: Not yet!
Notes: I am so in love with LS pullen. Every book that women writes I froth over 🥰 girl how you keep doing it!!!
I loved it, I am so lucky to be an ARC reader for this author 🫶🏻

[Shiree rear]

I bloody love a quick read!
They’ll be no spoilers but I love the popping candy chapter 😍 and I love that she’s a curvy queen with pink hair and a summer strawberry scent to her.
As always it’s spicy as hell and there’s not many authors that can write sex scenes like you! 👏👏

[Caitlyn Jones]

This is a short but spicy Novella 🌶️ Brothers best friend, He falls first, Grumpy Sunshine, this is the best Palate cleanser to read to when you’re in a reading slump but want to still read something. Rainbow and Tobias are so lovable and you’ll be hooked from start to finish

[Rita Danko]

I loved the story of Bow and Tobias so much that I wished I could read it just a little bit longer. It was sweet and lovely and very very spicy 🥵 in the end I just wish I can find someone like Tobias 😏 loved every second of it ❤️

[Leanne]

Tobias and Rainbow are such a sweet couple, the way Tobias notices all the little things "The only reason I know it's fake is that I've seen enough of her real ones to know the difference" and the popping candy 👀 he knows his girl well 😂 another amazing novella 💖

[VMChick]

Loved it! Can’t wait for the next instalment:)

[Kerrie]

Amazing read.
Short and spicy.
Fell in love with both characters but Tobias took my heart.

[Katie’s Cosy Bookshelf]

I read this as an ARC ☺️

I LOVED this one! I just loved how beautifully the FMC was written. So much care and love within this character that made it sad to finish because I want more of their story.

It’s a light summer read with lots of spice, but again the spice is beautifully written and it was such a cosy read. Would highly recommend this one.

I love the fact the FMC loves ice cream and she’s a curvy girl. I just want more of their story now ☺️

[Katja]

I really liked this novella. Sometimes you need more spicy stuff than plot. But you will get to know Rainbow and Tobias pretty well. I liked both of them. They have know each other for a long time because her brother is Tobias’ best friend. But then one weekend everything change.




An ARC was provided in exhange for an honest review.

[Charlotte Marie]

Midsummer Masquerade focuses on Rainbow and Tobias. It's a brothers best friend, spicy novella.

I absolutely loved reading Rainbow and Tobais' novella. It's such a great book with a lot of spice and a plot that works.

L.S. Pullen's writing is just incredible as it's so easy to get lost in her books and become addicted.

Be warned you may not view popping candy quite the same after reading this!!

[Owella]

Brothers best friend ✔️
Spice ✔️
Lovable characters ✔️
Perfect palate cleanser ✔️

I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book and see Rainbow and Tobias's story. I really fell in love with these two! Tobias is such a sweetheart ❤️ I don't think I'll look at popping candy the same way again IYKYK 😉 Lots of spice for a novella and there was story to back it up, which I liked. A perfect palate cleanser and quick read that hit the spot. I loved how we caught up with the characters from the first book as well. Can't wait for the next one in the series! Would definitely recommend!

[Joanna Hazell]

Another 5star read by ls pullen for me ⭐️

Loved this spicy little novella 🌶️

Plot, spice and cameos of characters from valentine masquerade

Everything you could want from Fmc and MMC ☺️