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Halo House #2
The Liar in Room 5
Sometimes the hardest person to find is yourself.
Andrew Greene
I always thought I was pretty good at relationships.
Sure, they ended eventually, but people break up. You dust yourself off, meet someone new, and move on. Looking back, I suppose I should have found it a little odd that my next boyfriend almost always came from my last boyfriend's group of friends. No one seemed to mind, though, so I didn't question it.
Then I came home from vacation to discover I'd already been replaced.
Now I'm staying at Halo House while I figure out what comes next. Getting a job would probably be a good place to start. It turns out "professional boyfriend" isn't something you can exactly put on a résumé. Unfortunately, getting a real job would mean leaving my room.
And then I met Henry Mercer.
The problem with Henry is that he never seems interested in the version of me standing in front of him. Every question he asks makes me wonder if he's looking for someone I haven't met yet.
Henry Mercer
I've built a career figuring people out.
Clients lie. Studios bluff. Everyone wants something, and it's my job to figure out what that is.
Andrew should have been easy to read.
Instead, he's the first person I've met in a long time who doesn't make any sense. Andrew says he loves pickleball, but he clearly doesn't know the first thing about it. Every question I ask somehow ends with me doing all the talking, and before I realize it, I've learned almost nothing about him.
The more time I spend with Andrew, the more I'm convinced he's spent so long becoming what everyone else wanted that he never took the time to figure out what he wanted for himself.
I'd have a much easier time with that if I were interested in any version of him besides the real one.
I hope that when Andrew finally learns to want something for himself, it's me.
This low-angst hurt/comfort MM romance features found family, fresh starts, a lawyer who asks far too many questions, and a man who's finally given himself permission to have answers of his own.
Welcome to Halo House, a haven for boys who have nowhere else to go. This multi-author daddy kink MM romance series is a shared world that follows vulnerable boys finding shelter, chosen family, and protective Daddies who are ready to love them exactly as they are.
Andrew Greene
I always thought I was pretty good at relationships.
Sure, they ended eventually, but people break up. You dust yourself off, meet someone new, and move on. Looking back, I suppose I should have found it a little odd that my next boyfriend almost always came from my last boyfriend's group of friends. No one seemed to mind, though, so I didn't question it.
Then I came home from vacation to discover I'd already been replaced.
Now I'm staying at Halo House while I figure out what comes next. Getting a job would probably be a good place to start. It turns out "professional boyfriend" isn't something you can exactly put on a résumé. Unfortunately, getting a real job would mean leaving my room.
And then I met Henry Mercer.
The problem with Henry is that he never seems interested in the version of me standing in front of him. Every question he asks makes me wonder if he's looking for someone I haven't met yet.
Henry Mercer
I've built a career figuring people out.
Clients lie. Studios bluff. Everyone wants something, and it's my job to figure out what that is.
Andrew should have been easy to read.
Instead, he's the first person I've met in a long time who doesn't make any sense. Andrew says he loves pickleball, but he clearly doesn't know the first thing about it. Every question I ask somehow ends with me doing all the talking, and before I realize it, I've learned almost nothing about him.
The more time I spend with Andrew, the more I'm convinced he's spent so long becoming what everyone else wanted that he never took the time to figure out what he wanted for himself.
I'd have a much easier time with that if I were interested in any version of him besides the real one.
I hope that when Andrew finally learns to want something for himself, it's me.
This low-angst hurt/comfort MM romance features found family, fresh starts, a lawyer who asks far too many questions, and a man who's finally given himself permission to have answers of his own.
Welcome to Halo House, a haven for boys who have nowhere else to go. This multi-author daddy kink MM romance series is a shared world that follows vulnerable boys finding shelter, chosen family, and protective Daddies who are ready to love them exactly as they are.
- GenresM M RomanceLGBTRomance
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 8, 2026
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September 7, 2026
4.5⭐️
HELLOOO YEARNING!!!!!!
Henry my king of yearning was so downbad for Andrew and this book made me feel so happy I was crying happy tears because seeing Andrew be loved the correct way it was the cutest thing to witness and they were so good together and seeing their journey and love blossom it was so Beautiful!!!!
Andrew or (DREW) he went though life thinking he wasn’t good enough and he didn’t know who he was anymore and seeing Henry give drew his sense of stability and comfort and helping him find himself was everything.
I really like their dynamic and the protectiveness and the caring, all the life that was shown, and just everything it was a really beautiful love story and they are precioussssssss ahhh!!!!
I inhaled this book I couldn’t stop reading!!
And that ending chapter omfggg my heart (only thing I wish it was
💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋
Fav scenes:
✨ He came around and opened my door.
Should I feel like a princess ?
Probably not.
But I did.
✨Hearing him call me Daddy?…… Sign me the fuck up.
✨ He didn’t need to ask me twice because I was damn sure I was going to give this man what he wanted. And if he called me Daddy while I did it? I might be the one in a puddle.
✨ Henry only wanted me. And that scared the hell out of me.
✨ When he turned and kissed my temple, I knew my decision was the right one. He was going to be my future.
💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋
FAV QUOTES
✨”Can I call you Daddy?”
“I can’t think of anything I’d want more.”
✨” I absolutely do what makes me happy.”
“ because being around you makes me happy.”
HELLOOO YEARNING!!!!!!
Henry my king of yearning was so downbad for Andrew and this book made me feel so happy I was crying happy tears because seeing Andrew be loved the correct way it was the cutest thing to witness and they were so good together and seeing their journey and love blossom it was so Beautiful!!!!
Andrew or (DREW) he went though life thinking he wasn’t good enough and he didn’t know who he was anymore and seeing Henry give drew his sense of stability and comfort and helping him find himself was everything.
I really like their dynamic and the protectiveness and the caring, all the life that was shown, and just everything it was a really beautiful love story and they are precioussssssss ahhh!!!!
I inhaled this book I couldn’t stop reading!!
And that ending chapter omfggg my heart (only thing I wish it was
💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋
Fav scenes:
✨ He came around and opened my door.
Should I feel like a princess ?
Probably not.
But I did.
✨Hearing him call me Daddy?…… Sign me the fuck up.
✨ He didn’t need to ask me twice because I was damn sure I was going to give this man what he wanted. And if he called me Daddy while I did it? I might be the one in a puddle.
✨ Henry only wanted me. And that scared the hell out of me.
✨ When he turned and kissed my temple, I knew my decision was the right one. He was going to be my future.
💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋💖💋 💋💖💋
FAV QUOTES
✨”Can I call you Daddy?”
“I can’t think of anything I’d want more.”
✨” I absolutely do what makes me happy.”
“ because being around you makes me happy.”
September 10, 2026
So like... did Drew really learn anything, or did he just barnacle to a good one this time?
Drew the character, not Drew the me.
So the book is about a 39 year old named Andrew who has lived as a kept boyfriend being passed around a friend group for the last decade plus, and has no discernable personality or interests beyond those that match his current "boyfriend" (read: supervisor) and being as amiable as possible. When he's finally turfed by the group, he ends up at this halfway house for queer people in need? Which I guess is the basis of the shared universe. He's almost instantly placed in front of a wealthy benefactor, Henry, and becomes his kept boyfriend, except what Henry wants is to get to know the real Drew (preferred nickname now that he's got his own opinions), which means Drew has to get to know the real Drew.
And like it's a sweet enough concept, but at the end of the day, Drew didn't change much about how he operates in the world, he just lucked his way into being chosen by a man that was going to take care of him in a good way and not a negligent way. And not even one that he sought, one who actively decided to claim him before he even knew the real Drew. And that's all well and good, but I would have loved to see him actually learn to stand on his own two feet, instead of being immediately propped up by another Moneybags McGee. But alas, that's not what the book wants to be, and I can't be too upset with it for not being the empowering story my brain wanted it to be. But I can only give it three stars :)
Thank you to GRR for an eARC of this title, this is my honest review.
Drew the character, not Drew the me.
So the book is about a 39 year old named Andrew who has lived as a kept boyfriend being passed around a friend group for the last decade plus, and has no discernable personality or interests beyond those that match his current "boyfriend" (read: supervisor) and being as amiable as possible. When he's finally turfed by the group, he ends up at this halfway house for queer people in need? Which I guess is the basis of the shared universe. He's almost instantly placed in front of a wealthy benefactor, Henry, and becomes his kept boyfriend, except what Henry wants is to get to know the real Drew (preferred nickname now that he's got his own opinions), which means Drew has to get to know the real Drew.
And like it's a sweet enough concept, but at the end of the day, Drew didn't change much about how he operates in the world, he just lucked his way into being chosen by a man that was going to take care of him in a good way and not a negligent way. And not even one that he sought, one who actively decided to claim him before he even knew the real Drew. And that's all well and good, but I would have loved to see him actually learn to stand on his own two feet, instead of being immediately propped up by another Moneybags McGee. But alas, that's not what the book wants to be, and I can't be too upset with it for not being the empowering story my brain wanted it to be. But I can only give it three stars :)
Thank you to GRR for an eARC of this title, this is my honest review.
September 17, 2026
The Liar in Room 5 Kerry Kilpatrick September 17 GRR gave 5 stars
The Liar in Room 5 is part of the multi author Halo House series. Each book can be read as a standalone but why not enjoy the whole series. This is the story of Andrew and Henry. The blurb does a great job of letting you know what to expect in the story but not all the feelings that get you to the end. I loved the characters and found family aspects of the story. I loved watching Andrew and Henry work through their issues to build a relationship. I'm loving the shared world of Halo House. This was a low angst, sweet story full of pining that I couldn't put down once I started. I'm looking forward to seeing what Kerry Kilpatrick writes next. I'm also looking forward to the next book in the series. I would definitely recommend this book and series.
The Liar in Room 5 is part of the multi author Halo House series. Each book can be read as a standalone but why not enjoy the whole series. This is the story of Andrew and Henry. The blurb does a great job of letting you know what to expect in the story but not all the feelings that get you to the end. I loved the characters and found family aspects of the story. I loved watching Andrew and Henry work through their issues to build a relationship. I'm loving the shared world of Halo House. This was a low angst, sweet story full of pining that I couldn't put down once I started. I'm looking forward to seeing what Kerry Kilpatrick writes next. I'm also looking forward to the next book in the series. I would definitely recommend this book and series.
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September 7, 2026This was a fun, sweet daddy/boy story. Despite the fact that Drew arrives with virtually nothing, he is built up by his new, patient Daddy... I love that Henry is a younger Daddy and that the relationship builds slowly, unlike a lot of typical BDSM stories... I truly enjoyed getting to know these two men and also being introduced to Halo House! I can't wait to see how the other authors in the series interpret this premise!
September 10, 2026
Okay, I absolutely loved this one.
Andrew completely stole my heart. He’s spent so long moulding himself into whatever everyone else expects him to be that he barely knows who he actually is anymore. Watching him slowly start figuring himself out was honestly one of my favourite parts of the story.
And then there’s Henry.
Henry is exactly the kind of Daddy I want in a romance like this. Protective, observant, patient, and completely determined to see the real Andrew rather than the version Andrew has created for everyone else. Their relationship develops in such a sweet, natural way, and I loved watching Henry gently push Andrew to actually think about what he wants.
The whole “professional boyfriend” situation made Andrew’s journey even more heartbreaking because you can see just how little he understands his own worth. Halo House gives him somewhere safe to finally stop pretending, and the found-family element made the story even warmer.
I also really loved that this wasn’t packed with unnecessary angst. It has emotional moments and some heavier themes, but overall it’s such a comforting read. The Daddy/Boy dynamic works beautifully alongside the hurt/comfort and self-discovery, and Henry and Andrew together just work.
This was exactly the kind of MM romance I was hoping for... sweet, emotional, protective and full of that feeling of “you don't have to pretend with me.”
I finished this one with a stupidly happy smile on my face.
Andrew completely stole my heart. He’s spent so long moulding himself into whatever everyone else expects him to be that he barely knows who he actually is anymore. Watching him slowly start figuring himself out was honestly one of my favourite parts of the story.
And then there’s Henry.
Henry is exactly the kind of Daddy I want in a romance like this. Protective, observant, patient, and completely determined to see the real Andrew rather than the version Andrew has created for everyone else. Their relationship develops in such a sweet, natural way, and I loved watching Henry gently push Andrew to actually think about what he wants.
The whole “professional boyfriend” situation made Andrew’s journey even more heartbreaking because you can see just how little he understands his own worth. Halo House gives him somewhere safe to finally stop pretending, and the found-family element made the story even warmer.
I also really loved that this wasn’t packed with unnecessary angst. It has emotional moments and some heavier themes, but overall it’s such a comforting read. The Daddy/Boy dynamic works beautifully alongside the hurt/comfort and self-discovery, and Henry and Andrew together just work.
This was exactly the kind of MM romance I was hoping for... sweet, emotional, protective and full of that feeling of “you don't have to pretend with me.”
I finished this one with a stupidly happy smile on my face.
September 13, 2026
The Liar in Room 5 is a fun, fast-paced, short little Daddy/boy romance. It starts fast, the moves fast, it escalates fast, and then it's over.
However, I was pleasantly surprised because many stories that move things along this quickly do it in a way that feels rushed, disingenuous, and superficial. Kerry Kilpatrick managed to avoid those pitfalls - I found Andrew and Henry interesting, unique, nuanced, and their connection had depth for how rapidly the story unfolds.
My favorite part of this story is Henry's perceptiveness and ability to draw out Andrew's truths. In very short order, Henry understands that Andrew has absolutely no sense of self and wants to support him in discovering who he is.
Henry really, truly wants to know what Andrew thinks, feels, and wants. Henry is secure enough in himself to without expectations, and the way he creates an emotionally safe space for Andrew to take vulnerable risks made my therapist heart happy.
This is a heartfelt kinky little appetizer of a book, and I enjoyed it more than I expected from the description. Henry makes a deliciously caring Daddy, and the end is incredibly touching.
However, I was pleasantly surprised because many stories that move things along this quickly do it in a way that feels rushed, disingenuous, and superficial. Kerry Kilpatrick managed to avoid those pitfalls - I found Andrew and Henry interesting, unique, nuanced, and their connection had depth for how rapidly the story unfolds.
My favorite part of this story is Henry's perceptiveness and ability to draw out Andrew's truths. In very short order, Henry understands that Andrew has absolutely no sense of self and wants to support him in discovering who he is.
Henry really, truly wants to know what Andrew thinks, feels, and wants. Henry is secure enough in himself to without expectations, and the way he creates an emotionally safe space for Andrew to take vulnerable risks made my therapist heart happy.
This is a heartfelt kinky little appetizer of a book, and I enjoyed it more than I expected from the description. Henry makes a deliciously caring Daddy, and the end is incredibly touching.
September 8, 2026
Henry & Drew Brilliant
OH.... WOW...... The Liar in room 5 by Kerry Kilpatrick is Absolutely Brilliant simply adore Henry and Drew together they are so amazing Henry is the perfect daddy love the way he cares and protects Drew to give him the chance to grow and blossom to be himself their relationship is so very beautiful I recommend so much.
OH.... WOW...... The Liar in room 5 by Kerry Kilpatrick is Absolutely Brilliant simply adore Henry and Drew together they are so amazing Henry is the perfect daddy love the way he cares and protects Drew to give him the chance to grow and blossom to be himself their relationship is so very beautiful I recommend so much.
September 10, 2026
I really enjoyed this book. It wasn’t exactly my normal genre, but it was definitely intriguing. And I will definitely read others from this author.
September 17, 2026
Review to come soon
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Liar in Room 5 by Kerry Kilpatrick is part of the Halo House series by various authors. It is the story of a man who has done everything he can to please others for the last 20 years until he doesn’t know who he really is, the man who helped him find himself, and how they fell in love. Andrew Greene had spent his life being a ‘professional boyfriend’ staying with one man for several years and then moving on to others when they tired of him. He was now almost 40 when his last one replaced him in a very mean way. He didn’t have any money or anywhere to go but luckily the housekeeper knew of a place and sent him to Halo House, a very nice halfway house for people who needed a place to stay. Phoenix, the owner, welcomed him and showed him to his room where he mainly slept and didn’t do much interaction with the others there. Phoenix knew Henry Mercer, a very successful entertainment attorney who supported Halo House and said he had someone interesting for him to meet. When Henry comes to a fund raising event he meets Andy and as he’s talking to him he realizes that he agrees with everything he says, likes what he likes, and is very good at deflecting questions away from himself, which he found unusual. On his way to a park to see Henry’s brother Marc and 4 year old nephew Ben, Andy has an ‘existential crisis’ when he admits that he has been a ‘professional boyfriend’ and has been passed around friends who eventually pass him to someone else and then realizes that he has been useless for half his life. Henry told him to give himself grace but he is very disheartened by this knowledge and that he didn’t figure it out sooner. Once they get to the park, he really enjoys meeting Ben and playing with him and Ben soon adores him. On the way home they stop for tacos and Andy admits he’s tired of being kept and wants to find his own way but doesn’t know what to do. Henry really likes him and says he will help him figure things out and asks him out again, which Andy agrees to but he won’t tell him that he hates what he’s going to be taken to. In the car Henry gets him to finally admit it and they go somewhere he wants to go instead. He tells him about how he came to California and how he got to where he was. He also likes the name Drew better so that is what Henry calls him from then on. They continue to date and get closer, especially when he takes him to his home and when Drew has a breakdown, he comforts him and tells him all the things he’s noticed that he’s done well. This leads to a kiss and then to Drew admitting what he doesn’t like instead of agreeing with everything and he starts to move forward. There has also been some ‘Daddy’ talk and when Henry tells him it would be his job to smooth the way, be a cheerleader and fan for him, and not try to control him he finds that comforting. Henry then keeps him company while he rediscovers who he really is and they both enjoy the journey and becomes his Daddy. There are also some hot love scenes along the way. Then an unexpected job offer comes along which Drew takes that makes Henry very proud and some birthday surprises for Drew that leads them to say they love each other. In the epilogue you find out where they are two years later and how happy they are together and looking forward to exciting changes that they have been hoping for. I really enjoyed this book. You feel so much for Drew and everything he has gone through, even though he has been clueless through most of it. Henry is a guiding force for him. He recognized that something was off from the first time he met him and helped him discover who he really was and to be able to state his likes and dislikes and not just go along with whatever the other person wanted. They have some wonderful dates as they explore this and Drew soon realizes that Henry makes him feel safe, confident, protected, and empowered. Henry also finds what he has been looking for in Drew and in being the Daddy he needs. There are some fun chapters where there are only texts between them but they really show the developing relationship. Marc, Ben, Phoenix, and Drew’s parents all play a part in the story and in helping Drew become who he really is and finding him Henry. I highly recommend this book, especially if you like stories about a man who lives to please his boyfriends until he loses who he really is, a man who figures this out and helps him find himself, and how they move forward together and fall in love.
September 13, 2026
Here's Kerry Kilpatrick's "The Liar in Room 5." It's a novel in the multi-author series, Halo House ("a shared world that follows vulnerable boys finding shelter, chosen family, and protective Daddies who are ready to love them exactly as they are").
["Sometimes the hardest person to find is yourself.
Andrew Greene
I always thought I was pretty good at relationships.
Sure, they ended eventually, but people break up. You dust yourself off, meet someone new, and move on. Looking back, I suppose I should have found it a little odd that my next boyfriend almost always came from my last boyfriend's group of friends. No one seemed to mind, though, so I didn't question it.
Then I came home from vacation to discover I'd already been replaced.
Now I'm staying at Halo House while I figure out what comes next. Getting a job would probably be a good place to start. It turns out "professional boyfriend" isn't something you can exactly put on a résumé. Unfortunately, getting a real job would mean leaving my room.
And then I met Henry Mercer.
The problem with Henry is that he never seems interested in the version of me standing in front of him. Every question he asks makes me wonder if he's looking for someone I haven't met yet.
Henry Mercer
I've built a career figuring people out.
Clients lie. Studios bluff. Everyone wants something, and it's my job to figure out what that is.
Andrew should have been easy to read.
Instead, he's the first person I've met in a long time who doesn't make any sense. Andrew says he loves pickleball, but he clearly doesn't know the first thing about it. Every question I ask somehow ends with me doing all the talking, and before I realize it, I've learned almost nothing about him.
The more time I spend with Andrew, the more I'm convinced he's spent so long becoming what everyone else wanted that he never took the time to figure out what he wanted for himself.
I'd have a much easier time with that if I were interested in any version of him besides the real one.
I hope that when Andrew finally learns to want something for himself, it's me."]
Gotta say, wasn't feeling too good about Andrew at first. His first chapter screamed very spoiled and a little shallow. But he really was that trusting and that naïve. Which isn't a bad thing. Drew is sweet as hell and cares about the happiness of others. But when you're constantly putting other peoples' happiness above your own, you're never really happy.
Good thing Henry stepped in when he did. He was always careful to give Drew options, so he knew he had autonomy, but never too many options, so he was taken care of. He was soft but firm where it counted.
That epilogue took me out! In the best of ways. In the most adorable of ways. In the “I’m not crying, it’s allergies” kinda ways.
Trigger Warnings: off-page parental death, and more.
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["Sometimes the hardest person to find is yourself.
Andrew Greene
I always thought I was pretty good at relationships.
Sure, they ended eventually, but people break up. You dust yourself off, meet someone new, and move on. Looking back, I suppose I should have found it a little odd that my next boyfriend almost always came from my last boyfriend's group of friends. No one seemed to mind, though, so I didn't question it.
Then I came home from vacation to discover I'd already been replaced.
Now I'm staying at Halo House while I figure out what comes next. Getting a job would probably be a good place to start. It turns out "professional boyfriend" isn't something you can exactly put on a résumé. Unfortunately, getting a real job would mean leaving my room.
And then I met Henry Mercer.
The problem with Henry is that he never seems interested in the version of me standing in front of him. Every question he asks makes me wonder if he's looking for someone I haven't met yet.
Henry Mercer
I've built a career figuring people out.
Clients lie. Studios bluff. Everyone wants something, and it's my job to figure out what that is.
Andrew should have been easy to read.
Instead, he's the first person I've met in a long time who doesn't make any sense. Andrew says he loves pickleball, but he clearly doesn't know the first thing about it. Every question I ask somehow ends with me doing all the talking, and before I realize it, I've learned almost nothing about him.
The more time I spend with Andrew, the more I'm convinced he's spent so long becoming what everyone else wanted that he never took the time to figure out what he wanted for himself.
I'd have a much easier time with that if I were interested in any version of him besides the real one.
I hope that when Andrew finally learns to want something for himself, it's me."]
Gotta say, wasn't feeling too good about Andrew at first. His first chapter screamed very spoiled and a little shallow. But he really was that trusting and that naïve. Which isn't a bad thing. Drew is sweet as hell and cares about the happiness of others. But when you're constantly putting other peoples' happiness above your own, you're never really happy.
Good thing Henry stepped in when he did. He was always careful to give Drew options, so he knew he had autonomy, but never too many options, so he was taken care of. He was soft but firm where it counted.
That epilogue took me out! In the best of ways. In the most adorable of ways. In the “I’m not crying, it’s allergies” kinda ways.
Trigger Warnings: off-page parental death, and more.
#theliarinroom5 #kerrykilpatrick #theliarinroom5 #thestarinroom7 #thegoalieinroom1 #theroyalinroom3 #halohouse #halohouseseries #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks
September 11, 2026
Oh, this one had me all up in my feels🥺 My heart hurt for Drew. He spent half of his life pleasing others and putting them first before himself. Half of his life giving his best to others only to be discarded like yesterday’s trash.
Finding out that he had been replaced was a really low blow and a reality check for Drew. Losing the relationship he thought he was in was a hard pill to swallow, but even harder still was finding out that all this time he was only a toy to be played with.
With nowhere to go, Drew finds himself at Halo House where Phoenix offers him a place to stay until he can get back on his feet. There, Drew gets to meet Henry one of the Halo House sponsors and someone who seems to see the real him.
Drew is used to lying in order to fit in but instead of that putting Henry off, it actually makes him want to know more about him. Henry sees that Drew makes himself small in order for others to shine, something that grates on Henry’s nerves.
Henry wants Drew to be himself without having to compromise who he is, but he knows that pushing too far, too fast could cause Drew to shut him out.
Instead, he gives Drew time and space to open up on his own terms.
Drew has never been treated with the kind of care and respect Henry gives him. He doesn’t want Drew to be who he thinks Henry wants him to be. On the contrary, he helps Drew discover who he really is and teaches him not to be afraid to speak up for himself.
I loved how patient Henry was with Drew. He knew exactly what Drew needed but he never pushed his ideas onto him, he allowed him to discover it on his own and ask for what he wanted whenever he was ready.
𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒉𝒊𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒎𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒉𝒊𝒎.
Seeing Drew blossom into himself was the most beautiful thing. Seeing him being confident in himself and becoming what he always wanted but was afraid to go after, really made my heart happy.
Henry wasn’t his savior, he simply gave him the tools for Drew to save himself. Learning his value and standing up for himself was the best gift Henry could have given him.
I loved everything about this book, especially the ending. Drew found someone who never asked him to be someone else just to make others happy. Henry loved him for who he was, and Drew learned to love himself too.
Finding out that he had been replaced was a really low blow and a reality check for Drew. Losing the relationship he thought he was in was a hard pill to swallow, but even harder still was finding out that all this time he was only a toy to be played with.
With nowhere to go, Drew finds himself at Halo House where Phoenix offers him a place to stay until he can get back on his feet. There, Drew gets to meet Henry one of the Halo House sponsors and someone who seems to see the real him.
Drew is used to lying in order to fit in but instead of that putting Henry off, it actually makes him want to know more about him. Henry sees that Drew makes himself small in order for others to shine, something that grates on Henry’s nerves.
Henry wants Drew to be himself without having to compromise who he is, but he knows that pushing too far, too fast could cause Drew to shut him out.
Instead, he gives Drew time and space to open up on his own terms.
Drew has never been treated with the kind of care and respect Henry gives him. He doesn’t want Drew to be who he thinks Henry wants him to be. On the contrary, he helps Drew discover who he really is and teaches him not to be afraid to speak up for himself.
I loved how patient Henry was with Drew. He knew exactly what Drew needed but he never pushed his ideas onto him, he allowed him to discover it on his own and ask for what he wanted whenever he was ready.
𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒉𝒊𝒎𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒎𝒆 𝒂 𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒉𝒊𝒎.
Seeing Drew blossom into himself was the most beautiful thing. Seeing him being confident in himself and becoming what he always wanted but was afraid to go after, really made my heart happy.
Henry wasn’t his savior, he simply gave him the tools for Drew to save himself. Learning his value and standing up for himself was the best gift Henry could have given him.
I loved everything about this book, especially the ending. Drew found someone who never asked him to be someone else just to make others happy. Henry loved him for who he was, and Drew learned to love himself too.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Liar in Room 5 by Kerry Kilpatrick is the 2nd book in a shared universe called Halo House. The series is linked together by characters staying at a halfway house called Halo House. It is a place where those who don't have anywhere else to go can rest and recover.
Andrew comes home after 2 weeks away to walk into a very awkward situation. He thought he was coming home to his boyfriend and their home only to learn he’s been replaced and the other man never considered him as his boyfriend. Andrew has nowhere to go now so he goes to the halfway house, Halo House.
Henry is an entertainment attorney that has supported Halo House for a few years. He meets Andrew at a fundraiser a few weeks after he arrives. Andrew fascinates Henry. He can tell there is something more going on with Andrew, but has no idea what yet.
Andrew always wants to please others and considers their needs before his. So much so that he seems to get anxious if he’s not. It also seems like he does it because he doesn’t see his worth. In the process of doing this he has lost himself and has forgotten everything that he likes, including being called Drew.
As Henry learns about Drew, Drew is doing the same for himself. I loved how Henry approached Drew not knowing what he likes and doesn't like. Like it is a fun experience to learn about himself.
It was amazing to watch Drew realize he loves working with children. I think he connects with them because he was learning all about himself just like the kids are. He can relate to them.
Thanks to the author for providing an ARC and this is my honest review.
Andrew comes home after 2 weeks away to walk into a very awkward situation. He thought he was coming home to his boyfriend and their home only to learn he’s been replaced and the other man never considered him as his boyfriend. Andrew has nowhere to go now so he goes to the halfway house, Halo House.
Henry is an entertainment attorney that has supported Halo House for a few years. He meets Andrew at a fundraiser a few weeks after he arrives. Andrew fascinates Henry. He can tell there is something more going on with Andrew, but has no idea what yet.
Andrew always wants to please others and considers their needs before his. So much so that he seems to get anxious if he’s not. It also seems like he does it because he doesn’t see his worth. In the process of doing this he has lost himself and has forgotten everything that he likes, including being called Drew.
As Henry learns about Drew, Drew is doing the same for himself. I loved how Henry approached Drew not knowing what he likes and doesn't like. Like it is a fun experience to learn about himself.
It was amazing to watch Drew realize he loves working with children. I think he connects with them because he was learning all about himself just like the kids are. He can relate to them.
Thanks to the author for providing an ARC and this is my honest review.
September 11, 2026
OMG—I love this book as tears stream down my face at the ending. It was so good. I loved Drew, he pulled me in from the first pages and found a place in my heart. Henry was perfect for him, he was so patient when he realized how hard it was for Drew to make a decision about anything, and he knew just how to get through to him, to build him up, to coax the wonder that was Drew out into the open. (I hadn’t expected the Daddy part, guess I totally spaced out on the Daddy/Boy part of the title.🤔). Even though I know Drew is the oldest of the two, I still picture Henry as older in my head, his life experiences had certainly matured him more than Drew’s. I appreciated the increased self-awareness about the past twenty years that Drew experienced as he compared his relationship with Henry to the ones in his past. Henry brought out the kind of love that Drew hadn’t even realized he had missed out on, until he found the care and protection and safety in Henry’s arms. Henry was a natural Daddy, and Drew brought out all the good characteristics he needed to take Drew from where he was to start with and help him become the confident, capable, loving and caring man that was always there underneath. This book just made me smile and my heart full as I traveled the journey with these two men. Grab a copy yourself, you can’t go wrong, and I dare you not to shed a tear or two along the way. Well done, Kerry Kilpatrick!!❤️
September 11, 2026
Andrew arrives at Halo House after yet another breakup, realising he’s spent years becoming whatever each boyfriend wanted. Then he meets Henry Mercer — a man who reads people for a living yet can’t make sense of Andrew at all. Henry sees that Andrew doesn’t know who he really is, and as they grow closer, he finds himself drawn only to the real Andrew he hopes will finally emerge…and choose him.
This was a strange but compelling story, centred on Andrew finding himself at Halo House and immediately slipping back into his old habit of saying and doing whatever he thinks people want — not what he wants. His life up to this point felt like a bewildering form of high‑class emotional performance, and I was genuinely bemused by how little of himself he seemed to know. What made the story shine was Henry Mercer. He sees straight through Andrew’s practiced charm and gentle lies, pushing him, kindly but firmly, to start thinking for himself for the first time in years. Their connection felt special because Henry wasn’t interested in any version Andrew performed; he wanted the real man underneath. I loved that Andrew eventually found a way forward, discovering who he truly was and stepping into a full, fulfilling life with his beloved Daddy. A thoughtful, emotional read about identity, honesty, and finally choosing yourself. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like Daddy/boy dynamic.
This was a strange but compelling story, centred on Andrew finding himself at Halo House and immediately slipping back into his old habit of saying and doing whatever he thinks people want — not what he wants. His life up to this point felt like a bewildering form of high‑class emotional performance, and I was genuinely bemused by how little of himself he seemed to know. What made the story shine was Henry Mercer. He sees straight through Andrew’s practiced charm and gentle lies, pushing him, kindly but firmly, to start thinking for himself for the first time in years. Their connection felt special because Henry wasn’t interested in any version Andrew performed; he wanted the real man underneath. I loved that Andrew eventually found a way forward, discovering who he truly was and stepping into a full, fulfilling life with his beloved Daddy. A thoughtful, emotional read about identity, honesty, and finally choosing yourself. This was an MM story with mature content and a BDSM-like Daddy/boy dynamic.
September 16, 2026
I’m absolutely in love with this book! I don’t think I’ve ever read a trope quite like this one, and I had such a wonderful time reading it.
I’ll keep this review as simple as possible because I really don’t want to spoil the experience. This is an M/M Daddy/sweet heart romance that starts with a friendship after one of the MMCs gets dumped. Interestingly, the Daddy is the younger of the two MMCs, which I really enjoyed.
What I loved most was watching the Good Boy grow throughout the book. We get to see him slowly find his confidence, discover his own worth, and, most importantly, learn to shape himself around what he wants rather than constantly molding himself to fit his partners expectations.
The book also touches on how his previous relationships had essentially groomed him into becoming the person they wanted him to be, and I thought this was handled really well, especially since most of it happens off page.
The writing was really well done, the story ends with a HEA, and there’s a nice balance of intimacy and spice. Overall, this was such a unique and surprisingly emotional read for me.
Highly recommend! 💕 This one definitely left an impression on me and I will follow the author for their next books.
I received this book from Gay Romance Reviews in exchange for my honest opinion.
I’ll keep this review as simple as possible because I really don’t want to spoil the experience. This is an M/M Daddy/sweet heart romance that starts with a friendship after one of the MMCs gets dumped. Interestingly, the Daddy is the younger of the two MMCs, which I really enjoyed.
What I loved most was watching the Good Boy grow throughout the book. We get to see him slowly find his confidence, discover his own worth, and, most importantly, learn to shape himself around what he wants rather than constantly molding himself to fit his partners expectations.
The book also touches on how his previous relationships had essentially groomed him into becoming the person they wanted him to be, and I thought this was handled really well, especially since most of it happens off page.
The writing was really well done, the story ends with a HEA, and there’s a nice balance of intimacy and spice. Overall, this was such a unique and surprisingly emotional read for me.
Highly recommend! 💕 This one definitely left an impression on me and I will follow the author for their next books.
I received this book from Gay Romance Reviews in exchange for my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is part of the multi-author Halo House series. Each book is a standalone read and focuses on a different couple. This is the story of Andrew (Drew) Greene and Henry Mercer. Andrew has spent his adult life being a "professional boyfriend". He has been passed from friend to friend. Always adapting to his new boyfriends needs and wants. He has been doing it for so long, he no longer remembers who he is. What his wants, desires and preferences are. He ends up at Halo House after his last relationship abruptly ended. He is unsure of the path forward. He is definitely a boy in need for guidance and reassurance. Henry is a lawyer and a daddy. The two meet and slowly a connection is formed. Henry supports Drew as he rediscovers who he really is. This is their story. The book is well written and easy to read. I received a complementary advanced review copy of this book from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review. I enjoyed watching Drew as his confidence and self worth slowly grew back. And I especially liked that Henry is a daddy who is younger than Drew. I liked the juxtaposition. This is a sweet story and I enjoyed it. I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
September 9, 2026
I got this as an ARC, and nowhere in any blurb that I read (or any description of the book) did it say this was 'Daddy/boy'. That's the reason for the 3 stars - because that's not normally something I would read. I believe it's well done for the type of story it is, and if this is your thing, then clearly you would give it more stars.
Drew ends up at Halo house after his boyfriend kicks him out. He's almost 40 and suddenly realizes he's done nothing but go from being a stay-at-home boyfriend to stay-at-home boyfriend for the last 20 years (each time he thought he was in love, but they were just using him). He spends 6 months at Halo House figuring himself out with the help of Henry (well off lawyer) who is supporting him financially as well. They fall in love, eventually move in together and have a very nice life with lots of family. Still, it kind of felt like Drew just went from one 'kept' situation to another. And of course, he finally decided Henry was his "Daddy"(Henry is 8 years younger, yet he's the caretaker - the whole thing is just a little creepy. Yeah, I know, this is how daddy/boy books are and I'm supposed to be ok with this).
Anyhow, now that I know what this series is about, I'll be avoiding it. But if this is your thing, then I'd recommend it.
Drew ends up at Halo house after his boyfriend kicks him out. He's almost 40 and suddenly realizes he's done nothing but go from being a stay-at-home boyfriend to stay-at-home boyfriend for the last 20 years (each time he thought he was in love, but they were just using him). He spends 6 months at Halo House figuring himself out with the help of Henry (well off lawyer) who is supporting him financially as well. They fall in love, eventually move in together and have a very nice life with lots of family. Still, it kind of felt like Drew just went from one 'kept' situation to another. And of course, he finally decided Henry was his "Daddy"(Henry is 8 years younger, yet he's the caretaker - the whole thing is just a little creepy. Yeah, I know, this is how daddy/boy books are and I'm supposed to be ok with this).
Anyhow, now that I know what this series is about, I'll be avoiding it. But if this is your thing, then I'd recommend it.
September 12, 2026
It was ok. There were quite a few inconsistencies like Drew at one point said he didn’t even have a drivers license but then the next chapter he did. He’s standing between Henry’s legs and then a few sentences later they are sitting beside each other instead. Also the daddy/boy aspect came out of nowhere for me. I thought there would be hints or discussions about it but it’s just kind of dropped into the book. Like “bam now he’s your daddy” without having one or thinking about having one in your 40 years of living. Also the age of drew threw me off, he read as a 29 yr old rather than a 40 yr old. He was so naive and I found that hard to believe from a 40 year old adult. Thank god they brought up his age almost every chapter 😒 otherwise I would have forgotten he’s not in his 20s. The romance aspect was cute and I liked that Henry encouraged him to find himself little by little. Them adopting was also really cute and wished we could have seen more of the new family. Also they got married but it wasn’t mentioned?! They just casually drop that they have the same last name in the last chapter 😩. I would have liked to have seen the proposal part but oh well.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 12, 2026
Drew has been called something else his whole adult life because he didn't want to ruffle any feathers by saying "I don't go by Andy or Andrew". He realizes only after his last boyfriend replaces him with a younger model that he has been making himself be the model boyfriend by liking what everyone else likes and essentially burying himself in the process. He has nowhere to go and is helped out by being referred to Halo House. There he meets Henry who sees something in him that he would like to know better, but has a difficult time because Drew is constantly changing the subject. Drew isn't really a "liar", but he has been accommodating what everyone else wants for so long, he just goes along with whatever they say even if he hates it. Once Henry finds a way for Drew to break the cycle of putting other's needs first, they can move forward on equal footing.
Drew and Henry's relationship takes time to develop and feels like a natural progression of their interactions. Henry really helps Drew to believe he has value and can contribute to society in his own way. Their joy is mutual by the end of the story and the HEA is believable.
Drew and Henry's relationship takes time to develop and feels like a natural progression of their interactions. Henry really helps Drew to believe he has value and can contribute to society in his own way. Their joy is mutual by the end of the story and the HEA is believable.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a beautiful, sweet little story about Andrew and Henry.
Andrew came to be a professional boyfriend. It happens without him noticing… and after almost 20 years he suddenly wakes up from his „dream life“ that wasn’t so dreamy after all…
After his boyfriend dumped him he has to fend for himself and he finds a place to stay at Halo House. He also has to find out what he really likes without considering what he thought his “friends” liked and what he pretended to like for all these years.
Old habits die hard though… and he lies a bit whenever he doesn’t have an answer… too bad Henry sees behind the facade, the lies and questions and challenges him…
I had a lot of fun getting to know Andrew.. he is adorable… and he might need a real daddy fighting for the true boy underneath all what he pretends to be on the outside.
Ah and of course this is a daddy/ boy story - Kerry doesn’t disappoint. My heart was warming instantly the first time Henry was called daddy….
So… 5 stars from me… Go check it out..
Andrew came to be a professional boyfriend. It happens without him noticing… and after almost 20 years he suddenly wakes up from his „dream life“ that wasn’t so dreamy after all…
After his boyfriend dumped him he has to fend for himself and he finds a place to stay at Halo House. He also has to find out what he really likes without considering what he thought his “friends” liked and what he pretended to like for all these years.
Old habits die hard though… and he lies a bit whenever he doesn’t have an answer… too bad Henry sees behind the facade, the lies and questions and challenges him…
I had a lot of fun getting to know Andrew.. he is adorable… and he might need a real daddy fighting for the true boy underneath all what he pretends to be on the outside.
Ah and of course this is a daddy/ boy story - Kerry doesn’t disappoint. My heart was warming instantly the first time Henry was called daddy….
So… 5 stars from me… Go check it out..
September 10, 2026
Kerry Kilpatrick has given us a sweet story about finding yourself after years of being what someone else wants.
When Drew is dumped by his boyfriend, who wasn't actually his boyfriend, he is left with nothing but a couple bucks in his pocket and two decades wasted. Halo House is just what he needs to get back on his feet and to find himself, finally, because it leads him directly to Henry.
Henry is a supporter of Halo House. Having seen the help they provide he has spent the last seven years as a sponsor, making sure wayward men have a safe place to land. So when Pheonix, the owner of said house, tells Henry about an interesting man he has to meet he is introduced to the Liar in Room 5.
This book was simply sweet. There is a little bit of turmoil, with Drew learning how to stop telling lies to please others and discovering what he actually like, but other than that it was very light hearted. The way Kerry wrote this flows so well and the secondary characters in this story were too cute.
I cant wait to see what else comes out of Halo House.
Happy reading
When Drew is dumped by his boyfriend, who wasn't actually his boyfriend, he is left with nothing but a couple bucks in his pocket and two decades wasted. Halo House is just what he needs to get back on his feet and to find himself, finally, because it leads him directly to Henry.
Henry is a supporter of Halo House. Having seen the help they provide he has spent the last seven years as a sponsor, making sure wayward men have a safe place to land. So when Pheonix, the owner of said house, tells Henry about an interesting man he has to meet he is introduced to the Liar in Room 5.
This book was simply sweet. There is a little bit of turmoil, with Drew learning how to stop telling lies to please others and discovering what he actually like, but other than that it was very light hearted. The way Kerry wrote this flows so well and the secondary characters in this story were too cute.
I cant wait to see what else comes out of Halo House.
Happy reading
September 16, 2026
This was a cute read.
What is a serial boyfriend to do when he gets dumped?
Find another boyfriend, of course, but he also finds himself.
Andrew, or rather Drew, realizes that he has jumped from one relationship to another and as he nears 40, he has no way to support himself, and no real skills to get a job. He has always done what others want and does not even know what he wants, or even likes.
Thru luck he ends up at Halo House- kind of a halfway house for gay men, who need help getting back on their feet.
A chance meeting with Henry, a sponsor at the house, leads to Drew realizing he wants a Daddy, and Henry is more than willing to step up.
Henry has the patience to help Drew along with finding himself, and he is exactly what Drew needs.
Some may find fault with Drew jumping into another relationship so soon, but actually it happens over more than a few months, and Drew does push himself to get out there and try to better himself. Drew gets a job and learns to live for himself for a change.
This story has an HEA and it is a great ending.
What is a serial boyfriend to do when he gets dumped?
Find another boyfriend, of course, but he also finds himself.
Andrew, or rather Drew, realizes that he has jumped from one relationship to another and as he nears 40, he has no way to support himself, and no real skills to get a job. He has always done what others want and does not even know what he wants, or even likes.
Thru luck he ends up at Halo House- kind of a halfway house for gay men, who need help getting back on their feet.
A chance meeting with Henry, a sponsor at the house, leads to Drew realizing he wants a Daddy, and Henry is more than willing to step up.
Henry has the patience to help Drew along with finding himself, and he is exactly what Drew needs.
Some may find fault with Drew jumping into another relationship so soon, but actually it happens over more than a few months, and Drew does push himself to get out there and try to better himself. Drew gets a job and learns to live for himself for a change.
This story has an HEA and it is a great ending.
September 18, 2026
4.75
This story follows Andrew Greene, who finds himself homeless at thirty‑nine and taken in at Halo House , a sanctuary for gay boys in the Daddy/Boy sense. Andrew’s situation isn’t quite captured by the blurb; he’s a naïve country lad who was taken advantage of, and I found myself becoming surprisingly protective of him as the story unfolded.
Henry Mercer, an entertainment lawyer with an uncanny ability to read people, sees straight through Andrew’s people‑pleasing and gently helps him rediscover who he is. Despite being younger, Henry offers Andrew the stability and encouragement he’s been missing, and their connection feels genuine and beautifully written.
I’ll admit the title The Liar initially put me off, as it implies intentional deceit, something that simply isn’t present in the main characters. Andrew isn’t a liar; he’s someone shaped by circumstance. But once I got past the title, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and found it a strong, emotional addition to the multi‑author series.
I’m very much looking forward to the next instalments.
This story follows Andrew Greene, who finds himself homeless at thirty‑nine and taken in at Halo House , a sanctuary for gay boys in the Daddy/Boy sense. Andrew’s situation isn’t quite captured by the blurb; he’s a naïve country lad who was taken advantage of, and I found myself becoming surprisingly protective of him as the story unfolded.
Henry Mercer, an entertainment lawyer with an uncanny ability to read people, sees straight through Andrew’s people‑pleasing and gently helps him rediscover who he is. Despite being younger, Henry offers Andrew the stability and encouragement he’s been missing, and their connection feels genuine and beautifully written.
I’ll admit the title The Liar initially put me off, as it implies intentional deceit, something that simply isn’t present in the main characters. Andrew isn’t a liar; he’s someone shaped by circumstance. But once I got past the title, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and found it a strong, emotional addition to the multi‑author series.
I’m very much looking forward to the next instalments.
September 18, 2026
This is a fun and cute feel-good romance between Drew and Henry. Drew got himself into a situation where he became a “kept” man for a series of boyfriends until one day he finds himself on his own and at a half-way house for gay men who need a place to go. Henry is a benefactor for Halo House, the half-way house where Drew now lives, and finds Drew intriguing. They get to know each other and develop a relationship that quickly develops into a Daddy/boy lifestyle (with no age play.)
They are a cute couple and have a very nice HEA at the end but it still felt a bit off. I enjoyed reading this but there wasn’t much growth for Drew. He did start to have some agency over his live and his decisions but it felt like he traded his life of being “kept” by neglectful men into finally being “kept” by a good man. It was nice to see him find some independence but it would have been nice to see a bit more.
Overall, it is a sweet Daddy/boy book that left be with a happy and content feeling at the end.
I received and early copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.
They are a cute couple and have a very nice HEA at the end but it still felt a bit off. I enjoyed reading this but there wasn’t much growth for Drew. He did start to have some agency over his live and his decisions but it felt like he traded his life of being “kept” by neglectful men into finally being “kept” by a good man. It was nice to see him find some independence but it would have been nice to see a bit more.
Overall, it is a sweet Daddy/boy book that left be with a happy and content feeling at the end.
I received and early copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Part of a multi-author series (Halo House), but can be read as a standalone. Hurt/comfort. Daddy/boy. Found family. Mature characters. Slow burn. Dual POV.
Unexpectedly dumped with nowhere to go Drew ends up at Halo House with no idea what to do since he hasn’t had a job in years. When attorney Henry meets Drew there are several incongruities to the man and Henry is intrigued and finds himself oddly drawn to Drew.
This story was such a sweet palate cleanser and I loved everything about it. The way Henry understands Drew and patiently draws him out to reveal the real person beneath the mask Drew has been living behind in order to get along with all of his previous boyfriends was beyond swoony. These two slowly fall in love with Henry being a supportive younger Daddy to Drew’s sweet hidden boy. I really enjoyed every minute of their blossoming relationship. Not the story I was expecting, but something I loved and felt really brought the romance.
Unexpectedly dumped with nowhere to go Drew ends up at Halo House with no idea what to do since he hasn’t had a job in years. When attorney Henry meets Drew there are several incongruities to the man and Henry is intrigued and finds himself oddly drawn to Drew.
This story was such a sweet palate cleanser and I loved everything about it. The way Henry understands Drew and patiently draws him out to reveal the real person beneath the mask Drew has been living behind in order to get along with all of his previous boyfriends was beyond swoony. These two slowly fall in love with Henry being a supportive younger Daddy to Drew’s sweet hidden boy. I really enjoyed every minute of their blossoming relationship. Not the story I was expecting, but something I loved and felt really brought the romance.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is part of a series written by different authors, but can be read as a stand alone.
The Liar in Room 5 is a sweet daddy/boy book that Kerry Kilpatrick is known for writing. I know when picking up her books that I will get stories with a lot of feels, both sweet, spicy and sad ones.
When we meet Drew, he has just hit rock bottom and throughout the book we get to see him building himself up again. He realises some hard truths about himself and with the help from Henry he starts to come to turn his life around.
Henry is such a pure daddy that just wants to take care of Drew. But I loved that at the same time as he wanted to care for Drew, he gave him the tools to stand on his own two feet. This made their relationship journey so much sweeter.
This is the perfect little book to read while curled up on the couch, drinking a cup of tea and eating some kind of chocolate.
The Liar in Room 5 is a sweet daddy/boy book that Kerry Kilpatrick is known for writing. I know when picking up her books that I will get stories with a lot of feels, both sweet, spicy and sad ones.
When we meet Drew, he has just hit rock bottom and throughout the book we get to see him building himself up again. He realises some hard truths about himself and with the help from Henry he starts to come to turn his life around.
Henry is such a pure daddy that just wants to take care of Drew. But I loved that at the same time as he wanted to care for Drew, he gave him the tools to stand on his own two feet. This made their relationship journey so much sweeter.
This is the perfect little book to read while curled up on the couch, drinking a cup of tea and eating some kind of chocolate.
September 13, 2026
This was a sweet story about someone getting to know themselves and having someone show how much they care by showing up for them no matter what. It was, at times, an emotional read but had plenty of moments that made me smile too. I liked Drew and Henry's connection and their chemistry together. It was a good addition to this shared world of Halo House with a very different vibe to book 1 as it felt more removed from that setting and more about Drew slowly creating his own place with Henry and his family. I enjoyed the mix of Drew's independence with his job and Henry's protectiveness and support too. The last chapter and epilogue really painted a strong picture of what their HEA looks like and it made me smile to think of it. Overall, it's a sweet mm romance from start to finish.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
September 8, 2026
Thank you for the book, here is my honest opinion:
4.5⭐️Well, these two were pretty lovely together. Drew finds himself at Halo House after his relationship ends, abruptly and cruelly. He realizes over the past two ish decades he’s unwittingly become a serial boyfriend. Henry notices Drew right away, he clocks that Drew has made himself a kind of blank slate, taking on the likes of his partners. It’s an interesting premise, Drew is approaching forty and doesn’t really know what he actually likes and wants. I loved Henry’s approach to helping Drew discover who he is and what kind of life he wants. One of the things he discovered he wants is a Daddy, which Henry is thrilled with. I really enjoyed these two together!
4.5⭐️Well, these two were pretty lovely together. Drew finds himself at Halo House after his relationship ends, abruptly and cruelly. He realizes over the past two ish decades he’s unwittingly become a serial boyfriend. Henry notices Drew right away, he clocks that Drew has made himself a kind of blank slate, taking on the likes of his partners. It’s an interesting premise, Drew is approaching forty and doesn’t really know what he actually likes and wants. I loved Henry’s approach to helping Drew discover who he is and what kind of life he wants. One of the things he discovered he wants is a Daddy, which Henry is thrilled with. I really enjoyed these two together!
September 14, 2026
Full confession - I LOVE Kerry Kilpatrick. She is a must read any time I see a new book come out.
While this story seems a bit off Kerry’s typical path, I truly enjoyed the trip. And what a quick trip it was as I couldn’t put this book down. Drew and Henry were such a delight. I loved their journeys, both separate and together. There is something so refreshing about second chances, finding oneself later in life and younger Daddy/older boy relationships.
The concept for Halo House as a halfway house for queer folks is interesting in its design and I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
Thank you to Kerry Kilpatrick for the advanced copy. I am voluntarily leaving this review.
5.0 ⭐️
While this story seems a bit off Kerry’s typical path, I truly enjoyed the trip. And what a quick trip it was as I couldn’t put this book down. Drew and Henry were such a delight. I loved their journeys, both separate and together. There is something so refreshing about second chances, finding oneself later in life and younger Daddy/older boy relationships.
The concept for Halo House as a halfway house for queer folks is interesting in its design and I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
Thank you to Kerry Kilpatrick for the advanced copy. I am voluntarily leaving this review.
5.0 ⭐️
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