Lots Of Naughty & A Little Nice

by Leigh Lennon

Avery
Order and stability are my life. I’m the responsible one, obedient—the good girl. In my new home, just weeks before Christmas, I’m building memories with my younger sister. It doesn’t include a longing for my two new neighbors. But with them, I’m treasured, desired, and needed. It’s chemistry I can’t explain, yet it’s there. Will the life I’m building be destroyed if I give into our forbidden threesome?

Rowan
The minute she whips around on the snow-covered streets, she captures my attention. I’m always a social mess, leaving a lasting impression and not a great one. Fate intervenes when she moves next door—the one I share with my committed boyfriend. And as I suspected the first time my path crossed with the stunning beauty, my boyfriend is as committed to making her ours as I am.

Knox
They say Christmas is the best time of the year. The snow fallen streets, the sparkling decorations, and time spent with those you love the most. And in it all, we’re given a gift, in the form of a long-legged beauty—our very own toymaker. No, seriously, she’s a toymaker, and we—my boyfriend and I, want nothing more than to make her ours. Will she give in to the chemistry we all share?

Genres: M M F, Menage, Holiday, M M Romance

219 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 19, 2020

About the author

Leigh Lennon is mother, veteran and a wife of a cancer survivor. Originally with a degree in education, she started writing as an outlet that has led to a deep passion. She lugs her computer with her as she crafts her next story. One could say she loves pretty nails, big earrings and spiky hair. She can be found drinking coffee or wine, depending on the time of the day.

Reviews

[Nadine Bookaholic · Rating 4 out of 5]

Avery is moving into a new home and trying to gain sole custody of her younger sister Whitney, which has her on edge because she's afraid that if she doesn't muster up her stepfather will get custody of her.

Rowan and Knox have been together for a while, they started out as friends and it grew into a loving relationship. Both men are bisexual and enjoy sharing a woman from time to time but never really thought of adding a third to their coupledom until they met Avery.

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[ᗩᑎᗪᖇᗴᗯ · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lovely holiday romance for three

Avery and her teen sister move to a new neighbourhood, where Avery is immediately drawn to her new neighbours.

Rowan and Knox are a bisexual couple in a long-term monogamous relationship. They both see something special in their new neighbour.

Will they or won't they? It's a rom-com, so of course they will!

This book makes a great holiday read, set as it is between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. I like that the trio didn't fall madly in bed in the first act, that they have time to get to know each other despite a huge case of insta-love. Also, since the two guys are already in a loving relationship there is still the opportunity for first act sexy times.

I was concerned by repetition in the first few chapters, with certain details repeated over and over, including at least one whole scene played out from different POVs with no new insight imparted through the process, but this settled down just when it was starting to bug me and the story flowed well from then on.

I'm not a fan of page-to-screen adaptations, but we need more exploration of polyamory in mainstream entertainment and this has all the makings of a fine Christmas rom-com. Recommended.

[Kelly G (Now Accepting Book Boyfriend Applications) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Hotness! The sexual tension between these 3 is freaking UNREAL! And the Christmas element made me smile! I also love that Avery is trying to get custody of here sister! As someone who has siblings that are a whole heck of a lot younger than I am .... I can totally empathize with this! Because I totally would have done the same thing and gone through it all the same as Avery did! Rowan is super intense and that is ABSOLUTELY what I freaking LOVE about him! And the way that he was written.... I swear that sometimes I could feel him staring into my soul right through my kindle! And Knox is totally the kind of guy you can see yourself having the greatest time with. Basically.... I am totally jealous of Avery! She is an insanely lucky female!!! 😍😍😍

[Jackie Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

The magic of Christmas is fast approaching and Ms Lennon has given us a smoking hot read to put in mood for this magical time of year.
Rowan, Knox and Avery are characters that are easy to love and relate to and their love story will draw you in and captivate you from the first page to the last line. Their story is about learning to trust and letting go because at some point in our lives we all need to take that leap of faith and hope someone we love will be there to catch us and how lucky would we be if we had two loves waiting to catch us..
Ms Lennon always gives us beautifully written romances and one of the genres she does exceptionally well is MFM, so if this is a genre you love please one click this gem and grab yourself a little piece of holiday magic early. Lots of Naughty & A Little Nice ticked all my boxes and I highly recommend it.

[Amber Boyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first book to read by Leigh Lennon, but it sure won’t be my last!! This sometimes sweet, often sexy story grabbed me from the start. Avery, Rowan and Knox had such amazing chemistry. I loved how the author developed their histories, the love and connection they each had for the other. Throw in an angsty teen and the drama of a custody fight and this story kept me turning pages. Just really enjoyed this story all around.

[Brit Conde · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love Avery, Knox and Rowan. Those three are hilarious and sexy at the same time. I love Whitney's foul mouth and sarcastic attitude. I am the same way lol. I love Avery's dedication to her sister and that they guys welcome Whitney with open arms and that she's rooting for them to make her sister happy. They make an amazing family and with the three of them Whitney is able to be true to herself. I love these books.

[Monae Doyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love a good Christmas romance book and this one fulfilled all my best tropes : Christmas romance, a cozy read and a ménage. Avery, Rowan and Knox wee my favorite. I especially loved her sister Whitney “Whit”. I’m glad that I read this and I would love to read more by Leigh Lennon. There are some steamy moments in this book to keep you warm during the holidays 🔥

[Tiffany Alvarez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the story!

I loved the story, that it was not your typical storyline. The court scene, by far one of my favorites of almost any book I've read. This was the first book from this author I've read, I'll definitely be downloading more!

[Ren || Reading What I Want · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of Naughty and a Little Nice was a quirky, adorable MFM Christmas romance...although I'd say the Christmas cheer was more on the backburner. It did provide a festive little feeling, though.

This story is about a sweet couple, Knox and Rowan, and their new neighbor, Avery. I LOVED Knox and Rowan. Rowan seemed to be on the autism spectrum and was both VERY brilliant and socially awkward. The love and understanding between the two of them was so inspiring. The way they circled each other was so interesting. When they meet Avery, we find out they sometimes share women for a night. But as they get to know Avery and her sister, they realize they want more.

Avery was okay. I understood her back and forth since she was trying to get custody of her younger sister, but I honestly felt like she was all talk to up the angst, and then immediately caved. When the guys pointed it out, I was like YES, thank you! Regardless, I thought their relationship dynamics was both endearing, honest, and sweet.

Now the steamy parts? I'll admit they seemed a bit...off. While they were pretty detailed, they seemed to laugh and talk more than act. The push/pull leading up to their first time seemed more sensual than the actual act.

Other than that, I liked it. And the epilogye was both funny and adorable.

[EducatedBookFreak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leigh Lennon does these books amazingly! She knows how to mix the hot and sexy with the emotion. This book does not disappoint and she is one I always go to for manage books. An absolute must ready by Leigh Lennon!

[Ashley Cestra · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really loved this story! It was a Christmas movie in book form! From their first meeting to how they ended up together! I really enjoyed reading these characters and their story! Leigh Lennon really knows how to set up a story and execute characters with depth! Those little twists at the end really made this story a great one!

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok

Let's say I glad it was on unlimited. It was just ok not sure what was off. It's borderline boring the sexy times are short and not very long. It's just ok.

[Jamie Leigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read

I enjoyed this story! I loved the passion and love they had for each other! I loved the author's writing style!

[Rebecca Bistel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed

I really enjoyed the dynamic of these characters and the story line. The need for each other was strong from the start. Great Christmas read

[TACORA MCCLUNEY · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Read

I like that Avery was willing to put the well-being of her lil sister before her own wants, needs and happiness. Rowan and Knox wanted her but was willing to give her the space and time she needed to come to them. Whitney's dad was a piece of💩 that wanted nothing to do with her once he found out she was gay, but he wanted her inheritance from her deceased mom. I'm glad everything worked out in the end.💘💘

[Jecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little sweet and spicy, but left some to be desired

While this was a sweet story, especially in regards to the situation with Whitney, I honestly expected more heat from a menage story. While it did have some steamy parts, I felt the sexy factor could be higher. Also, it was pretty cheesy at times, and pet names were much overused. I found it hard to stick with it at times, but that may just be from my preferences when it comes to MMF menage stories. If you like your sexy stories a little sweeter than graphic, this book might be for you.

[Erin Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 star review of Lots of Naughty & A Little Nice by Leigh Lennon
It’s the most magical time of the year and my favourite holiday. So any books based around Christmas I will be drawn too. Add in that this is MFM story and this ticked the boxes for me.
This is an entertaining story about Avery, Rowan and Knox. All the characters were engaging and easy to relate too and I was drawn in to the story that Leigh Lennon wove. This is a story of going after what or who you want, of taking a leap of faith and learning to trust that the people you put your trust in will be there to catch you.
The dynamic between Rowan and his committed partner Know was smoldering. Both were immediately attracted to toy maker Avery but will she be brave enough to take a chance?
Having read several books by Ms. Lennon Lots of Naughty & A Little Nice was a well written beautiful romantic story about finding love when you least expect it. It was smoking hot, steamy, a tad naughty and a whole lot of nice that left me with a smile on my face.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leigh Lennon has delivered a wonderful Christmas read in Lots of Naughty & a Little Nice. We are introduced to Rowan, Knox, and Avery in this story and they quickly became some of my favorite Leigh Lennon characters. Rowan and Knox are already in a committed relationship but realize they are missing the final link to their happily ever after when they meet Avery. These three have a connection that they can't deny but while reading we find out there are bumps in the road that must be navigated. And Avery has a sister that adds some fun banter throughout the book. Leigh Lennon is an author that know how to write sexy menage romances and this one is right up there as one of her best.

[Steph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leigh Lennon has done it again for me by creating a wonderful story between three characters that will instantly grab your heartstrings, and pull you along for a ride filled with emotions, romance, and a sense of family that is always welcomed to read about during the holiday season.

Rowan, Knox, and Avery were well-developed characters, and I was instantly drawn into how they interacted with each other.

This was definitely a great read by Leigh Lennon, and I can't wait for her next book!

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love a good menage and this one has it all. It's not just sexy but the chemistry between the characters sucks you in. The story itself has some serious moments as Avery is trying to get custody of her sister but the pull between her and the guys can't be denied. They're sweet together and I love how their relationship progresses. It makes it all the best that it's set at Christmastime.

[Book-Lovin-Momma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This little gem is perfect for the upcoming holidays! Rowan and Knox are a devoted couple, and when they meet Avery, they become so intrigued with her. Their smoldering attraction to her grows until they finally show her what she means to them. But can Avery get past her concerns? And what about her sister Whitney? I thoroughly enjoyed this sweet MMF holiday romance!

[Heather Navarre · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet and naughty book at the same time.

It all starts with a visit to pick up art for a new home and ends with well I’ll let you read it to find out.

This is another book of three and it’s as good as all the others! The subtle build up, the confusion, the realization.

Whitney is hysterical and provides a lot of comedy.

I loved past characters woven through the book.

[Jamie Lee Zonneveld · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of Naughty and a Little Nice by Leigh Lennon is a new standalone MMF romance. I loved the story of Avery, Rowan and Knox. Their story was hot, sexy, sweet and very well written. If you love MMF romance then this is the book for you!

[Leigh Kramer · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was simply okay. Aside from a couple hot scenes, I was mostly befuddled while reading it. It is extremely insta-love and extremely centered around the heroine in spite of the two heroes having been together for four years. The dialogue often felt a bit stilted to me and the characters overly referred to one another as “my man” or “little toy maker.” I have a lot of questions around LGBTQ+ representation but I’ll defer to ownvoices reviewers as I’m a cishet woman. I do want to note that bierasure occurs when Avery never even thinks that Knox and Rowan could be bi or pan. They correct her but I found the whole interaction odd, since they’d already expressed interest in her at that point. There is also on-page homophobia—see spoilers in content warning below for more detail. This felt like an unnecessary choice as presented, although it potentially could have been handled better.

I also didn’t like how aggressively they came on to her, even after she explained that it was a timing issue and she wanted to wait until after her sister’s guardianship hearing. It was a valid concern and of course it played out in a predictable way. Their pushiness was beyond annoying regardless. I was irritated that Knox and Rowan proposed to Avery after knowing her a month, when they aren’t even married to each other. It was way too much, way too soon, especially since they’ve only been together a couple weeks at that point and not even publicly, at that.

There were also two instances of ethical violations from the social worker assigned to Avery’s sisters case. A new social worker is assigned just before the hearing and they’ve talked on the phone once. Then the social worker notices Avery at the neighborhood Christmas party and introduces herself *as the social worker* where plenty of people could overhear. You never go up to a client in public and you for sure do not disclose your professional relationship to them. To make matters worse, the social worker gives Avery bad news about the case. Again, they’re in public where anyone could overhear and this is not during work hours. Huge breach of confidentiality. I don’t have experience in guardianship matters but I had questions about much about how that case went down. Those plot choices defied suspension of disbelief.

Character notes: Avery is a 29 year old 5’10 doll clothes designer. Knox is a 31 year old bisexual art gallery owner. Rowan is a 31 year old paleontologist and the president of their HOA. He wears glasses and appears to be neurodiverse, though it is not stated explicitly, aside from Knox thinking about how Rowan is “on the spectrum.” Whitney is Avery’s 16 year old sister. They are all white. This is set in Lovelace, MT.

CW: bierasure, homophobia, secretly closeted character Whitney comes out as lesbian during the court hearing and says her dad didn’t want her to live with him after she came out and she hadn’t wanted Avery to do the same thing and this is why she hadn’t told her; he is also homophobic toward her in court, Whitney’s father was neglectful and emotionally abusive, diet culture, Rowan is touch-averse (except for Avery and Knox), heroine’s mother died two years ago, heroine’s father died in a car accident when she was a kid, past bullying for hero (not many specifics given but he has a trauma response), pregnancy epilogue (triplets first epilogue, 9 month old baby second epilogue), on-page labor and delivery in epilogue, ableist language

[BookDaddy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Set around Christmas time and Christmas themes, a quick and fun holiday MMF read. The characters are all likable and developed enough to relate. Sometimes silly and sometimes serious and sometimes a little corny, but it worked.

The relationship is the focus and unlike other menage stories, this one touches on more of the real-life aspects of polyamory and plural marriage, even providing a definition of such in the plot. There is some content around "what people might think" and also it comes into play as a "morality" question for the f MC in a legal proceeding to obtain legal custody of her younger sister - it all works out (it is a romance novel, after all) for both the threesome and the younger sister.

There are scenes where their relationship is not accepted by others and creates problems, and even though this is a more realistic portrayal of what being in a IRL three person romantic relationship (and marriage) would likely entail, it does not take away from the love story, in fact, it makes you want to root for the threesome to prevail - and they do.

There is sex, but if you are looking for long, detailed, explicit sex scenes, you won't find them here. The sex is made clear and there is explicit language, but it gets back to the plot in a turn of the page and the focus on their love comes first over their lust and is emphasized in each scene. Disclaimer: the term "scene from a Hallmark movie" is used at least once in this book, if that helps you get a feel for the love tone vs. something more erotically focused.

Though it is a more realistic portrayal, the fantasy for me would be where people can choose to love who they want without the sneaking around, the guilt, the worry about what others will think, the fear of the legal system treating you differently just because you, as a woman, had (or appear to have had) sex with two men at the same time - and enjoyed it - even wanted it.

All the themes of this book are far more common than (at least most men) might know for many women (and perhaps men) and a story like this one cast in that light, with perhaps a bit more of the erotic element played up (it is a whole extra person in bed each time, after all, and three, not just one, simultaneous relationships, emotions, and sexual connections and possibilities) could net four or even five stars from this BookDaddy. Recommend.

[Nicola Dean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Leigh Lennon you are definitely a lot naughty!!!!!!

Avery is trying to secure custody of her half sister who has had a terrible time with her father and to do this she buys herself a lovely house. Avery wants a nice piece of art for her new home and goes to get this but encounters Rowan who is introverted, and social challenges but decides he is going to challenge the woman who has parked in his man's spot. Avery sees red and walks away leaving Rowan devastated and concerned he has lost his man a sale. More worrying is his attraction for Avery.

Jump forward to moving in and Avery encounters Rowan again because he is her neighbour and this time he causes her to drop her wine and he walks away. Trying to make amends for his partner Knox strolls in with a new bottle of wine and apologies and it doesn't take !omg before both men are smitten by Avery and want her to share their bed.

Avery isn't immune to their charms either but as the men are a couple doesn't see how she can fit in. Rowan and Knox want Avery and things are heading in the right direction but then Avery bolts again. Rowan and Knox are not deterred but has Avery out her sister's custody at jeopardy but giving in to her desires.

There are some incredibly hot scenes between Avery, Rowan and Knox and of course everyone gets their happy ending despite Avery's stepfather.

Loved this book and think I love Rowan and Knox, they feel like they are perfect men

[~TheBlasian~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a cute little read.

I liked how the guys eased in with their approach with Avery. Although the attraction was immediate on all sides, it wasn't a quick jump in the bed or extremely assertive. Instead, they sought the friendship avenue and wanted a serious relationship.

Ro and Knox's pre-established relationship was precious and them having a strong foundation ensured no unnecessary drama. I will say that sometimes their affection and terms of endearment were enough to give you diabetes. I swear every sentence started and ended with affirmation of love and devotion.

It was also refreshing to see non-typical characters. Ro is such a sweetheart, but assertive and a rock when necessary. Knox is the more social one, but he had his bouts of emotional dependency. Avery is a sassy, independent woman with a strong love for her little sister and a tendency towards self-sacrificing, but she also was mature enough to acknowledge her own desires.

[Mia Y · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lush, Funny…Did I Mention Lush?

I’m going to try not give any spoilers about the minute details of this LUSH book’s plot. Ms. Lennon has a wicked smart manner of writing, she gives all of her main characters such depth and the nicknames are wonderful…Boy Genius, Robin Hood, Toy Maker and Emo Girl are just brilliant.

I caught myself tearing up on several chapters when we read about the difficult loss and pain of 3 of our main characters. Ms. Lennon articulates the sensation of lust, silliness, personal conflicts, sadness and most importantly love in her story telling that you catch yourself rooting or booing.

Bravo for not making the characters cliche or setting them for being the butt of a joke and giving alternative lifestyle and gender fluent characters such depth of soul.

[Caz · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book has the instalove trope of which I'm not a fan - ILYs are exchanged in a ridiculously short period of time - but my main complaint was how pushy the male couple was in pursuing the MFC, who had a very legitimate reason for not wanting to get involved in a triad. Knox in particular seemed to blow off her concerns and disrepected her boundaries; even his partner had to tell him to back off and give her space. I also didn't think there was much character development for either Avery, who went from wound-up-tight to sexual adventuress in the blink of an eye, or Knox. And I instantly hated the nicknames of "Robin Hood" and especially "little toy maker". Cringe.

[Slick · Rating 3 out of 5]

Something was missing in this book, it lacked character development and to be honest it lacked the time these three needed to convince me a long term relationship would work between them. It was very rushed and considering Avery spent a good deal of the book being wishy-washy about the idea of the three of them. I loved that Rowan was on the spectrum and honestly would have loved to see his character developed more, well all of them. It felt rushed and for me in a story like this their backgrounds are important. It wasn't a bad book, I just needed more.