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Truth or Dare #2
The Doctor's Truth
My son is in trouble. And the only man who can save him…doesn’t even know he exists.
At 18, I lost my v-card to my two best friends. And then came the fall out.
I ran from Hannsett Island. It’s been me and my son against the world ever since.
I told myself I’d never go back, but my son is sick. And the two doctors who could save his life...?
Jason and Donovan. The same two boys I shared one hot, steamy night with over ten years ago.
Can I keep my secret safe…even though it threatens to slip out every time their lips touch mine?
The Doctor's Truth is part two of a two part duet, and features a single mom and two hot, dominant doctors. This full length novel includes MF, MMF, and MM scenes, comedy, over the top drama, and a dash of angst...and, of course, a satisfying HEA.
At 18, I lost my v-card to my two best friends. And then came the fall out.
I ran from Hannsett Island. It’s been me and my son against the world ever since.
I told myself I’d never go back, but my son is sick. And the two doctors who could save his life...?
Jason and Donovan. The same two boys I shared one hot, steamy night with over ten years ago.
Can I keep my secret safe…even though it threatens to slip out every time their lips touch mine?
The Doctor's Truth is part two of a two part duet, and features a single mom and two hot, dominant doctors. This full length novel includes MF, MMF, and MM scenes, comedy, over the top drama, and a dash of angst...and, of course, a satisfying HEA.
324 pages, ebook
First published February 26, 2021
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July 5, 2026
Staying True, Finding Love
Okay. So, I'm gonna be forthright with you. Oh, who'm I kidding, I'm rarely anything less than - especially with my reviews. Back on topic. I haven't read the first book in this duet, but after reading the second book? Yeah, it needs to be read. I don't think for a moment that it prevented me from enjoying this book, but I simply need more of these three.
Kenzi has been caught between a rock and a hard place for a long time, but the rock and the hard place have outsized her when she makes a deal with the devil (a.k.a. Leonard King) for the sake of her son, his secret grandson.
All the while, she quickly reignites her friendship with Donovan and Jason. One is clueless as to what's going on behind the scenes, while the other joins her between that rock and hard place. The story is heartbreaking many times over, but it's also sweet, steamy, crazy, and funny with a heartwarming conclusion.
I like that they each have priorities separately that eventually converge. I also like that, even when the situations get tough, they stick to their beliefs - and they are all tried in different ways. It's a very enjoyable read with fun characters - even when it gets ugly.
UPDATED 6/2026:
I read the first book in the duet before re-reading this one. I still stand by my previous comments that this can be read on its own while also confirming that reading them together is better. I love getting to know these characters more. Adam Donovan, Kenzi Stratton, and Jason King truly are something.
I love how Pearl is a positive presence in Kenzi's and Otto's lives - mostly. There's no doubt that she loves them.
I read along with the audio book. The narrators are Penelope Ann Rose and Chris Chambers. I like them, I do, but I wish there are three narrators and that they are in duet. In lieu of that, this definitely works. 🎧💙🎧
Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x
H1-2 = 31 & 32; h = 31
TROPES & TRIGGERS:
🩷 Small beach town
🩷 Hidden paternity
💜 Spicy bisexual romance / MMF 🍆🍆🍑
💙 Single parent
💙 Controlling parent / boss
Okay. So, I'm gonna be forthright with you. Oh, who'm I kidding, I'm rarely anything less than - especially with my reviews. Back on topic. I haven't read the first book in this duet, but after reading the second book? Yeah, it needs to be read. I don't think for a moment that it prevented me from enjoying this book, but I simply need more of these three.
Kenzi has been caught between a rock and a hard place for a long time, but the rock and the hard place have outsized her when she makes a deal with the devil (a.k.a. Leonard King) for the sake of her son, his secret grandson.
All the while, she quickly reignites her friendship with Donovan and Jason. One is clueless as to what's going on behind the scenes, while the other joins her between that rock and hard place. The story is heartbreaking many times over, but it's also sweet, steamy, crazy, and funny with a heartwarming conclusion.
I like that they each have priorities separately that eventually converge. I also like that, even when the situations get tough, they stick to their beliefs - and they are all tried in different ways. It's a very enjoyable read with fun characters - even when it gets ugly.
UPDATED 6/2026:
I read the first book in the duet before re-reading this one. I still stand by my previous comments that this can be read on its own while also confirming that reading them together is better. I love getting to know these characters more. Adam Donovan, Kenzi Stratton, and Jason King truly are something.
I take her thumb in my mouth and swirl my tongue around the tip of it. This should not be as erotic as it is. But when she’s playful and coy like this, I would do anything for her.
-- Adam Donovan
I love how Pearl is a positive presence in Kenzi's and Otto's lives - mostly. There's no doubt that she loves them.
I read along with the audio book. The narrators are Penelope Ann Rose and Chris Chambers. I like them, I do, but I wish there are three narrators and that they are in duet. In lieu of that, this definitely works. 🎧💙🎧
Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x
H1-2 = 31 & 32; h = 31
TROPES & TRIGGERS:
🩷 Small beach town
🩷 Hidden paternity
💜 Spicy bisexual romance / MMF 🍆🍆🍑
💙 Single parent
💙 Controlling parent / boss
June 25, 2025
3.5⭐️
November 3, 2022
Content filled. All of the feels. SPICY.. And a couple of moments where I couldn’t tell if the author said something on accident or on purpose as far as the context went.. but overall a good read.
First and foremost… Leonard is horrible and absolutely nobody can tell me otherwise. Karma got him- as it should.
Otto- Comedy gold with his one liners and I love the relationship that he has with Jason & Donovan.
Proud of Jason for being true to himself and sticking up for everyone when his dad was being so horrible.
Donovan calling out what he see’s when he knows something shady is going down… Yes please! So glad that he and Otto were a match. Also, CEO looks good on you buddy.
Kenzi.. Girl went on a whole rollercoaster of emotions and I truly felt for her. She grew so much as a character and in the end I’m glad things worked out for the better.
First and foremost… Leonard is horrible and absolutely nobody can tell me otherwise. Karma got him- as it should.
Otto- Comedy gold with his one liners and I love the relationship that he has with Jason & Donovan.
Proud of Jason for being true to himself and sticking up for everyone when his dad was being so horrible.
Donovan calling out what he see’s when he knows something shady is going down… Yes please! So glad that he and Otto were a match. Also, CEO looks good on you buddy.
Kenzi.. Girl went on a whole rollercoaster of emotions and I truly felt for her. She grew so much as a character and in the end I’m glad things worked out for the better.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 6, 2021
It was ok
My major problem with the book was that Kenzi held back information for no reason in my opinion.
***Mild Spoiler*** It happens at the beginning of the book.
She finds out she's pregnant and instead of telling her baby daddy or their best friend, she immediately goes to his father for help? WTH? That makes no sense.
I was annoyed with her during this story. The love scenes are fine. All in all the book was average at best.
My major problem with the book was that Kenzi held back information for no reason in my opinion.
***Mild Spoiler*** It happens at the beginning of the book.
She finds out she's pregnant and instead of telling her baby daddy or their best friend, she immediately goes to his father for help? WTH? That makes no sense.
I was annoyed with her during this story. The love scenes are fine. All in all the book was average at best.
October 9, 2022
This duet was just meh.
Idk why but I really didn’t connect to the characters that much.
I did love the kid tho and I think he gets his own story? I’m really curious and I want to know what kind of man he’ll be so I’ll probably read it
Idk why but I really didn’t connect to the characters that much.
I did love the kid tho and I think he gets his own story? I’m really curious and I want to know what kind of man he’ll be so I’ll probably read it
April 30, 2024
I wasn’t a fan of the 13 year time skip but I absolutely loved this book
December 27, 2024
I actually really liked the second one in this series!
July 26, 2022
Max, Aki, and Audrey from the Gossip Girl reboot as adults
January 14, 2025
The doctor is in and mama’s got her groove back!
Read
June 1, 2022DNF’d at 45%
March 3, 2021
Needs more editing
Not bad, but there are editing errors that really bothered me. Things like, they took off her pants but she was wearing a dress. Or they unbuttoned her blouse but she was wearing a bathing suit. I also hated that she doesn’t have sex with Donovan much. That guy is the sweetest guy and she only has sex with him once but she has sex with Jason a lot. Additionally, Jason is supposed to be this top surgeon but they make him out be kinda dumb.
Not bad, just not really that great either.
Not bad, but there are editing errors that really bothered me. Things like, they took off her pants but she was wearing a dress. Or they unbuttoned her blouse but she was wearing a bathing suit. I also hated that she doesn’t have sex with Donovan much. That guy is the sweetest guy and she only has sex with him once but she has sex with Jason a lot. Additionally, Jason is supposed to be this top surgeon but they make him out be kinda dumb.
Not bad, just not really that great either.
March 4, 2021
This 4.5 Star MMF romance sizzles with romance, passion, humor and steam
Wow! I loved this book. Unfortunately, I hadn’t read the previous story, THE BULLY’S DARE and how these three found one another, but Ms. Crooks has written enough of their backstory into this story to explain some things. Still wish I had read the first one.
Kenzi Stratton left Hannsett Island thirteen years ago when she found out she was pregnant from a wild fling with two male friends. Her son, Otto needs the help of his biological father’s renowned medical clinic where she soon discovers Jason and Donovan both work as physicians. Dr. Jason King, son of the CEO of the clinic, and Jason’s BFF, Dr. Donovan, live together since Jason’s divorce. Have they already had MM relations before Kenzi showed up? I wasn’t clear on that. (They recount several instances of interaction that sound older than current times.) Once Kenzi lets down her walls, they fall right back into their threesome and wow…just WOW!
Great book if you like MMF romance. There are explicit MM and MMF doings so be aware. There were poignant moments like at the aquarium, OMG moments like Jason “catching” the ferry, irritating moments like anytime Jason’s father was in the scene, scary moments in the hospital and LOTS of steamy moments. My only problem with the book was the age of Otto who is depicted as 12 years old but he acts like a seven to nine-year-old. What 12yo clutches his mother’s legs as he is introduced to a stranger? There were other things that a preteen would not do but a younger boy would. I think the age of the boy should be amended. Otherwise, I loved this book. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book and I give it 4.5 steamy stars.
Wow! I loved this book. Unfortunately, I hadn’t read the previous story, THE BULLY’S DARE and how these three found one another, but Ms. Crooks has written enough of their backstory into this story to explain some things. Still wish I had read the first one.
Kenzi Stratton left Hannsett Island thirteen years ago when she found out she was pregnant from a wild fling with two male friends. Her son, Otto needs the help of his biological father’s renowned medical clinic where she soon discovers Jason and Donovan both work as physicians. Dr. Jason King, son of the CEO of the clinic, and Jason’s BFF, Dr. Donovan, live together since Jason’s divorce. Have they already had MM relations before Kenzi showed up? I wasn’t clear on that. (They recount several instances of interaction that sound older than current times.) Once Kenzi lets down her walls, they fall right back into their threesome and wow…just WOW!
Great book if you like MMF romance. There are explicit MM and MMF doings so be aware. There were poignant moments like at the aquarium, OMG moments like Jason “catching” the ferry, irritating moments like anytime Jason’s father was in the scene, scary moments in the hospital and LOTS of steamy moments. My only problem with the book was the age of Otto who is depicted as 12 years old but he acts like a seven to nine-year-old. What 12yo clutches his mother’s legs as he is introduced to a stranger? There were other things that a preteen would not do but a younger boy would. I think the age of the boy should be amended. Otherwise, I loved this book. I volunteered to review an ARC of this book and I give it 4.5 steamy stars.
August 31, 2021
Phew! I was really nervous at the end of book 1 that this wasn't going to be a mmf, but I should have known better than to doubt miss Adora Crooks! I really liked this end for our main characters. There were a few little editing things that stuck out and I kinda wish we could get another epilogue after that super sweet last paragraph. But, overall, I like this one a lot and really happy I kept reading the duet.
October 24, 2022
Decent duology. I liked how this poly relationship was written and I think this author is good with dialogue.
I had to suspend disbelief that Kenzie returns to these two (the "loves of her life") after radio silence for 13 years and not ONE of them is angry with her... Seems unrealistic and also a huge missed opportunity for a good relationship arcs.
I had to suspend disbelief that Kenzie returns to these two (the "loves of her life") after radio silence for 13 years and not ONE of them is angry with her... Seems unrealistic and also a huge missed opportunity for a good relationship arcs.
March 22, 2023
Full circle
Finally after a decade apart and a man who pushes his own hatred onto his son, we finally see Jason get his HEA.
We see Donovan find his family. Kenzie get the medical help for her son.... And their heas.
Hot chemistry and a few challenges to get them to where they are supposed to be.
Finally after a decade apart and a man who pushes his own hatred onto his son, we finally see Jason get his HEA.
We see Donovan find his family. Kenzie get the medical help for her son.... And their heas.
Hot chemistry and a few challenges to get them to where they are supposed to be.
August 21, 2024
The logistics of this book don’t make sense. That’s not how medicine or even jobs work…
Also, I’d love to never hear the words “nether lips” again.
Also, I’d love to never hear the words “nether lips” again.
October 4, 2022
What’s the… I don’t want to ask what the kinkiest book you’ve read because that seems disingenuous and sensationalist. I guess what I’m asking is what is the most non-traditional romance novel you’ve read?
The two books that make up the Truth or Dare Duet, The Bully’s Dare and The Doctor’s Truth, by Adora Crooks are my first menage or “throuple” stories. I have to say I found them enlightening.
In #TheBullysDare, Kenzi is 18 spending her summer on Hansett Island, sunning herself on step dad number four’s boat. At the marina is where she meets 19 year old Donovan, the dock boy and they quickly become BFFs. Donovan is gay but has feelings for Kenzi that he’s never had for another girl. Then there’s Jason, also 19 and another Hansett Island local. He’s the quintessential as*hole jock running around with a bunch of other teenage as*holes.
Jason finds himself intrigued by Kenzi when they are thrown together, his father being friends with her stepfather. When Kenzi starts to spend time with Jason, she finds he’s maybe not quite the douche he portrays himself to be.
Ok, here comes some spoilers, but the three of them end up together on a boat and things get intimate. And then things get intense when Kenzi misses her period.
The first book ends with Kenzi leaving the island and the second book, #TheDoctorsTruth picks up 13 years later when she’s returning to the island for the first time. But this time, she’s not returning alone. She has her sick son, Otto, with her. Hansett Island has one of the best medical centers in the world and guess who turned out to be a doctor?
Actually, BOTH Jason and Donovan are top notch doctors, a transplant surgeon and an internist respectively. Can Kenzi keep her secret while relying on the men she knew as boys to figure out what’s making her kid sick? And how will picking up with them where they left off more than a decade before play into it?
Oh, can’t forget the threats from Jason’s father who knew back when what was happening and tried to pay Kenzi off to end her pregnancy. He’s added the twist that if she shares the secret of Otto’s parentage, then he’ll make it so Otto can’t be treated at Hansett.
If you’ve made it this far, thanks for sticking with me. This is a two-for-one so 2200 characters just didn’t cut it.
If you haven’t ventured into atraditional relationships in your reading yet, this duet (plus the interim novella and spin-off) make for good introductions. Crooks explores how the relationship evolves between all three collectively but also individually with each other.
For someone like me who has come across these kinds of relationships IRL or in fiction before, Crooks helps to show how these relationships can evolve naturally and work for people without fetishizing or othering them.
The second book, given the added element of Otto and his illness, is extra poignant and goes to show how families can be complete with an extra member or two. And sometimes, relying on a single romantic partner just doesn’t work for everyone; sometimes one can fill the needs another doesn’t. Sometimes, love is really all you need.
(Yep, I did just get that corny. I just can’t help myself sometimes ;) )
More reviews on IG: @alexreadsthebooks
The two books that make up the Truth or Dare Duet, The Bully’s Dare and The Doctor’s Truth, by Adora Crooks are my first menage or “throuple” stories. I have to say I found them enlightening.
In #TheBullysDare, Kenzi is 18 spending her summer on Hansett Island, sunning herself on step dad number four’s boat. At the marina is where she meets 19 year old Donovan, the dock boy and they quickly become BFFs. Donovan is gay but has feelings for Kenzi that he’s never had for another girl. Then there’s Jason, also 19 and another Hansett Island local. He’s the quintessential as*hole jock running around with a bunch of other teenage as*holes.
Jason finds himself intrigued by Kenzi when they are thrown together, his father being friends with her stepfather. When Kenzi starts to spend time with Jason, she finds he’s maybe not quite the douche he portrays himself to be.
Ok, here comes some spoilers, but the three of them end up together on a boat and things get intimate. And then things get intense when Kenzi misses her period.
The first book ends with Kenzi leaving the island and the second book, #TheDoctorsTruth picks up 13 years later when she’s returning to the island for the first time. But this time, she’s not returning alone. She has her sick son, Otto, with her. Hansett Island has one of the best medical centers in the world and guess who turned out to be a doctor?
Actually, BOTH Jason and Donovan are top notch doctors, a transplant surgeon and an internist respectively. Can Kenzi keep her secret while relying on the men she knew as boys to figure out what’s making her kid sick? And how will picking up with them where they left off more than a decade before play into it?
Oh, can’t forget the threats from Jason’s father who knew back when what was happening and tried to pay Kenzi off to end her pregnancy. He’s added the twist that if she shares the secret of Otto’s parentage, then he’ll make it so Otto can’t be treated at Hansett.
If you’ve made it this far, thanks for sticking with me. This is a two-for-one so 2200 characters just didn’t cut it.
If you haven’t ventured into atraditional relationships in your reading yet, this duet (plus the interim novella and spin-off) make for good introductions. Crooks explores how the relationship evolves between all three collectively but also individually with each other.
For someone like me who has come across these kinds of relationships IRL or in fiction before, Crooks helps to show how these relationships can evolve naturally and work for people without fetishizing or othering them.
The second book, given the added element of Otto and his illness, is extra poignant and goes to show how families can be complete with an extra member or two. And sometimes, relying on a single romantic partner just doesn’t work for everyone; sometimes one can fill the needs another doesn’t. Sometimes, love is really all you need.
(Yep, I did just get that corny. I just can’t help myself sometimes ;) )
More reviews on IG: @alexreadsthebooks
September 26, 2022
Read The Bully's Dare first.
I love seeing Jason and Donovan all grown up. Jason has shed the skin of the bully completely. He’s at the top of his game as a surgeon, but behind closed doors with the ones he loves, he’s a total cinnamon role. He’s a people pleaser in his personal life … and in his sex life.
(To Kenzi’s shock, Jason does’t jack off, finding no pleasure without a partner to please. Kenzi, on the other hand, loves her sex toys.)
Donovan who was forced to kneel for everyone as a teen has quite a Dom streak behind closed doors. But he’s still the grumpy introvert to Jason’s sunshine extrovert. They are quite the pair professionally — Donovan is an internist, Jason a surgeon— and personally.
I love how easily Kenzi once again found her place between her guys. Though, more often than not, it’s Jason in the middle. The boys take turns topping.
No double penetration, strangely enough. Donovan still leans toward guys, even if Kenzi is his exception. Donovan appears to be Jason's exception, though he claims the bisexual label.
Otto’s illness brings Kenzi back into their lives. When we found out Otto needed a kidney transplant, I was sure that’s the need for a donor would have Kenzi revealing her secret to Jason. But Jason is holding the scalpel, not going under it. And the donor, well, Otto now has a piece of all of them.
Loved Kenzi and Donovan from the start of “The Bulky’s Dare”. Jason took a while to grow on me. But as adults, Jason is the one I find the most fascinating. He’s had the most character growth.
I love seeing Jason and Donovan all grown up. Jason has shed the skin of the bully completely. He’s at the top of his game as a surgeon, but behind closed doors with the ones he loves, he’s a total cinnamon role. He’s a people pleaser in his personal life … and in his sex life.
(To Kenzi’s shock, Jason does’t jack off, finding no pleasure without a partner to please. Kenzi, on the other hand, loves her sex toys.)
Donovan who was forced to kneel for everyone as a teen has quite a Dom streak behind closed doors. But he’s still the grumpy introvert to Jason’s sunshine extrovert. They are quite the pair professionally — Donovan is an internist, Jason a surgeon— and personally.
I love how easily Kenzi once again found her place between her guys. Though, more often than not, it’s Jason in the middle. The boys take turns topping.
No double penetration, strangely enough. Donovan still leans toward guys, even if Kenzi is his exception. Donovan appears to be Jason's exception, though he claims the bisexual label.
Otto’s illness brings Kenzi back into their lives. When we found out Otto needed a kidney transplant, I was sure that’s the need for a donor would have Kenzi revealing her secret to Jason. But Jason is holding the scalpel, not going under it. And the donor, well, Otto now has a piece of all of them.
Loved Kenzi and Donovan from the start of “The Bulky’s Dare”. Jason took a while to grow on me. But as adults, Jason is the one I find the most fascinating. He’s had the most character growth.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 1, 2021
Great Conclusion to the Series
This is one of the best books I’ve read about polyamorous relationships; almost makes me want to go out and find one. What would it be like to be adored by two men, who are aso your best friends? Well, if you want to try that out, vicariously, then here’s your story. All the characters are unique and thoroughly engaging, most especially Donovan and Jason, and it’s especially poignant when the two of them express their love for each other. The author does a great job making you feel the love between the three of them, first in the angst and hormone driven summer they spent together as teenagers, and then again, in this book, as adults struggling with all the complexities of life, family expectations, (gone off the rails), careers, desires, secrets, and trying to save the life of a little boy they all love.
In general, the writing was very good, but it could have definitely used some proofreading, to catch errant words which appeared, either through mistyping, or autocorrect. They were only mildly distracting, though often enough, that I think the author needs to find a good proofreader/editor. Overall, a great read, and highly recommend for fans of this genre.
This is one of the best books I’ve read about polyamorous relationships; almost makes me want to go out and find one. What would it be like to be adored by two men, who are aso your best friends? Well, if you want to try that out, vicariously, then here’s your story. All the characters are unique and thoroughly engaging, most especially Donovan and Jason, and it’s especially poignant when the two of them express their love for each other. The author does a great job making you feel the love between the three of them, first in the angst and hormone driven summer they spent together as teenagers, and then again, in this book, as adults struggling with all the complexities of life, family expectations, (gone off the rails), careers, desires, secrets, and trying to save the life of a little boy they all love.
In general, the writing was very good, but it could have definitely used some proofreading, to catch errant words which appeared, either through mistyping, or autocorrect. They were only mildly distracting, though often enough, that I think the author needs to find a good proofreader/editor. Overall, a great read, and highly recommend for fans of this genre.
August 13, 2024
So.Many.Typos!
Sorry, but the typos ruined this book for me. Senseless mistakes that any half-decent proofreader or editor should have caught before this was published. I don't recall the first book having many, if any...at least nowhere near this bad.
What about the actual story? It was OK. It had its good parts...but it had some parts that seemed inconsistent.
Kenzi Stratton returns to Hannsett Island with her 12 y.o. son, Otto--who happens to be suffering from a mysterious illness that causes him to have seizures. Lighthouse Medical is THE best, so despite Jason King's a-wipe of a father, Dr. Leonard King, that's where Kenzi takes her son... hoping nobody will put 2 and 2 together and figure out Otto's paternity.
If this book has one person we're supposed to love to hate, Leonard King is that person. I'll just leave that right there and let you find out about him for yourself. (Of course, if you've read the first book--which you really need to--you are already familiar with his special brand of aholery.)
It was cool seeing how Donovan-- whose first name we finally find out is Adam...all this time I thought Donovan was his first name--and Jason turned out. I also kinda liked seeing how the relationships between Jason, Kenzi, and Donovan grew. Although Kenzi had some "she's-getting-on-my-nerves" moments.
What about those seeming inconsistencies?
Well, Otto is supposed to be12, going on 13, but there are places in the book where it refers to her reading him stories and tucking him in; and she apparently picks him up at one point, which makes me wonder how big--or small-- this kid is supposed to be. There are moments of "spice" where it looks like the author forgot what Kenzi was wearing... once she was wearing a dress, but Kenzi refers to (whichever guy it was) taking off her pants, and there's another scene where she only removes her shirt, but then the next thing we see is somehow they're "doin' the do." Was she only wearing a shirt? These may seem small, even petty (like the fact that the ice cream shop is described differently in this book than in book one), but details matter to me. Not sorry.
With the few things that I really liked about this book, combined with the few really funny lines in it, I could've given this book a 3.5-- possible 4--star rating. But those typos, man!
Sorry, but the typos ruined this book for me. Senseless mistakes that any half-decent proofreader or editor should have caught before this was published. I don't recall the first book having many, if any...at least nowhere near this bad.
What about the actual story? It was OK. It had its good parts...but it had some parts that seemed inconsistent.
Kenzi Stratton returns to Hannsett Island with her 12 y.o. son, Otto--who happens to be suffering from a mysterious illness that causes him to have seizures. Lighthouse Medical is THE best, so despite Jason King's a-wipe of a father, Dr. Leonard King, that's where Kenzi takes her son... hoping nobody will put 2 and 2 together and figure out Otto's paternity.
If this book has one person we're supposed to love to hate, Leonard King is that person. I'll just leave that right there and let you find out about him for yourself. (Of course, if you've read the first book--which you really need to--you are already familiar with his special brand of aholery.)
It was cool seeing how Donovan-- whose first name we finally find out is Adam...all this time I thought Donovan was his first name--and Jason turned out. I also kinda liked seeing how the relationships between Jason, Kenzi, and Donovan grew. Although Kenzi had some "she's-getting-on-my-nerves" moments.
What about those seeming inconsistencies?
Well, Otto is supposed to be12, going on 13, but there are places in the book where it refers to her reading him stories and tucking him in; and she apparently picks him up at one point, which makes me wonder how big--or small-- this kid is supposed to be. There are moments of "spice" where it looks like the author forgot what Kenzi was wearing... once she was wearing a dress, but Kenzi refers to (whichever guy it was) taking off her pants, and there's another scene where she only removes her shirt, but then the next thing we see is somehow they're "doin' the do." Was she only wearing a shirt? These may seem small, even petty (like the fact that the ice cream shop is described differently in this book than in book one), but details matter to me. Not sorry.
With the few things that I really liked about this book, combined with the few really funny lines in it, I could've given this book a 3.5-- possible 4--star rating. But those typos, man!
August 18, 2024
With how book 1 ended, I was really nervous how this book would play out. The unveiling of a secret baby can make or break a book based on how the unknowing parent reacts but I will say this was done really well. Along with a lot more spice, this book showed so much growth and development when it came to emotional connections. It really focused on the individual relationships of each couple and their love as a whole which I liked. I loved how open every conversation was, built on so much honesty, understanding and support.
From book one we could already tell Jason’s dad was awful but this book took it to a new level of controlling and psychotic. The plot twists surrounding him, but also all the medical issues with Otto (who I loved!) were so dramatic and it added a lot to the plot. The writing was pretty good and overall I enjoyed the story. 1 thing that bothered me though, was that the bonus epilogue was 7 chapters long and at least half of it was just smut. I mean good for them but it was such an unnecessary addition. That entire bonus could’ve been cut down to 2-3 chapters max. I was bored by that point and just wanting it to end.
From book one we could already tell Jason’s dad was awful but this book took it to a new level of controlling and psychotic. The plot twists surrounding him, but also all the medical issues with Otto (who I loved!) were so dramatic and it added a lot to the plot. The writing was pretty good and overall I enjoyed the story. 1 thing that bothered me though, was that the bonus epilogue was 7 chapters long and at least half of it was just smut. I mean good for them but it was such an unnecessary addition. That entire bonus could’ve been cut down to 2-3 chapters max. I was bored by that point and just wanting it to end.
December 31, 2024
This book only confirmed the opinion I had after reading
The Bully's Dare
: this duet is fantastic.
I think after the last few books I’ve read, I really needed this duet. It made me feel emotions by the dozen, and I found it very hard to put my e-reader down to do any other activity in my daily life.
As with the previous book, I enjoyed the dynamic between Kenzi, Donovan and Jason. I like the way they have grown since the end of The Bully’s Dare. The teenagers are now adults, each with their own responsibilities. A new character introduced in this book that I really liked was Otto. He really is his mother’s son and has inherited her sense of humour, which I love.
Now that this duet is complete, I can’t wait to see how the series continues with Otto’s story in All I Want for Christmas Is Them .
I think after the last few books I’ve read, I really needed this duet. It made me feel emotions by the dozen, and I found it very hard to put my e-reader down to do any other activity in my daily life.
As with the previous book, I enjoyed the dynamic between Kenzi, Donovan and Jason. I like the way they have grown since the end of The Bully’s Dare. The teenagers are now adults, each with their own responsibilities. A new character introduced in this book that I really liked was Otto. He really is his mother’s son and has inherited her sense of humour, which I love.
Now that this duet is complete, I can’t wait to see how the series continues with Otto’s story in All I Want for Christmas Is Them .
February 24, 2021
The Three Musketeers For Life -
Kenzie lost her virginity to Jason and Donovan when she was eighteen and for that summer, they were inseparable. However, her life changed in the blink of an eye, which led her to leave Hannsett Island. Kenzie returned years later because of a medical emergency, with the secret and threat still hanging over her head. However, it appears the three can’t keep their hands off each other, which means it is about time the secret is revealed and the threat is neutralised.
The drama, scintillating sexual encounters, engaging banter with bits of humor thrown in, family interference and emotions turmoil portrayed in the story, had me hooked and kept me entertained, to the extent that I read it in just a few hours, as I couldn’t put it down. I will recommend this book to anyone looking for an amazing book to sink their teeth into.
I received an advanced copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Kenzie lost her virginity to Jason and Donovan when she was eighteen and for that summer, they were inseparable. However, her life changed in the blink of an eye, which led her to leave Hannsett Island. Kenzie returned years later because of a medical emergency, with the secret and threat still hanging over her head. However, it appears the three can’t keep their hands off each other, which means it is about time the secret is revealed and the threat is neutralised.
The drama, scintillating sexual encounters, engaging banter with bits of humor thrown in, family interference and emotions turmoil portrayed in the story, had me hooked and kept me entertained, to the extent that I read it in just a few hours, as I couldn’t put it down. I will recommend this book to anyone looking for an amazing book to sink their teeth into.
I received an advanced copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 7, 2025
Just brilliant, and a swerve from the norm.
I thoroughly enjoyed both books in this duet.
Kenzi, Donovan and Jason are maybe the best characters that I have read recently. So different, so perfect for each other. Jason is the sunshine, Donovan is the grump and Kenzi is the untrusting sceptic.
Kenzi and Donovan are best friends and soulmates.
Donovan and Jason were childhood friends turned enemies (mainly due to social class).
Jason and Kenzi have an undeniable chemistry and pull to each other.
Their story isn’t typical, it is emotional and the characters really do develop. I loved this whole storyline. I have also read the naughty little novella (book 1.5) about Jason and Donovan just before Kenzi returns. It fills the little gap in the two main books delightfully!
These are my first books by this author and I’m definitely going to read the rest of her books.
I thoroughly enjoyed both books in this duet.
Kenzi, Donovan and Jason are maybe the best characters that I have read recently. So different, so perfect for each other. Jason is the sunshine, Donovan is the grump and Kenzi is the untrusting sceptic.
Kenzi and Donovan are best friends and soulmates.
Donovan and Jason were childhood friends turned enemies (mainly due to social class).
Jason and Kenzi have an undeniable chemistry and pull to each other.
Their story isn’t typical, it is emotional and the characters really do develop. I loved this whole storyline. I have also read the naughty little novella (book 1.5) about Jason and Donovan just before Kenzi returns. It fills the little gap in the two main books delightfully!
These are my first books by this author and I’m definitely going to read the rest of her books.
August 15, 2021
This book 😭🥵😍🖤🤬😍😭🖤 put me through it and back again! I read book one not realizing it was the first in a duet and screamed at the cliffhanger. Thirteen years!!! Thirteen years these three parts of a soul were separated!! It was agonizing!
I honestly think this is one of my favorite MMF relationships I've read. Donovan, Jason, and Kenzi operate together on a whole other wavelength. Was I frustrated a lot because of the secrets? Hard yes. Did I get over it knowing they were a perfect fit for each other and would overcome? An ASTOUNDING yes. These three are cosmic. I adore them.
That ending, the hospital 'situation' 😏, made me SO happy!! I'm actually kind of sad their story is over, I need more! This one is an emotional rollercoaster I'm glad I got to ride.
I honestly think this is one of my favorite MMF relationships I've read. Donovan, Jason, and Kenzi operate together on a whole other wavelength. Was I frustrated a lot because of the secrets? Hard yes. Did I get over it knowing they were a perfect fit for each other and would overcome? An ASTOUNDING yes. These three are cosmic. I adore them.
That ending, the hospital 'situation' 😏, made me SO happy!! I'm actually kind of sad their story is over, I need more! This one is an emotional rollercoaster I'm glad I got to ride.
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April 23, 2023
Okay so… this wasn’t good but it wasn’t bad.. the grammar was atrocious and I didn’t like how the “group-chats” from the characters had to have their own chapter, why not just incorporate it into the book itself and the characters talking? At one point I thought I was reading a screen play. I was debating on reading the first book first then this one but I’m glad I didn’t I don’t think I could have gone through that twice. However, I did enjoy how the characters connected and receiving really good back stories. I loved the relationship with Donovan and Otto. Pearls place however didn’t make much sense in the story, and the FMC would call her by her first name sometimes? Idk it was confusing. Anyways, three stars overall! ❤️
July 27, 2025
Holy hot!
This book is the second installment in the series. It follows Donovan Kenzi and Jason 13 years later. She returns to the only place she can seek help for her son. Jason’s father informs her that he will assist her as long as she keeps her secret about Otto’s father. She reconnects with the two people she loves, but their relationship is torn apart by the secrets. There is so much that happens between Donovan discovering the truth and confronting Kenzi, Jason finally tells his father that he is bisexual, and his father attempting to remove Donovan from the picture . In the end, he gets what he deserves, and Donovan becomes the CEO. They live happily ever after. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It had everything you could desire in a book—secrets, a spicy plot, and laughter.
This book is the second installment in the series. It follows Donovan Kenzi and Jason 13 years later. She returns to the only place she can seek help for her son. Jason’s father informs her that he will assist her as long as she keeps her secret about Otto’s father. She reconnects with the two people she loves, but their relationship is torn apart by the secrets. There is so much that happens between Donovan discovering the truth and confronting Kenzi, Jason finally tells his father that he is bisexual, and his father attempting to remove Donovan from the picture . In the end, he gets what he deserves, and Donovan becomes the CEO. They live happily ever after. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It had everything you could desire in a book—secrets, a spicy plot, and laughter.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 13, 2024
Kenzi, Donovan, and Jason are back. This time more specificly Kenzi is back on the island with her son...that was conceived on the island 13 years ago by Jason. Diego is sick and Kenzi has no idea from what but with the help of Jason and Donovan they work to see what is going on.
This has been a fun series so far. I've flown through each book and I really love the characters. Diego is a cute kid who is sick but doesn't act like it. Kenzi is still in love with Jason and Donovan and when they all get together the chemistry is top notch.
Quick reads with a good plot. This series is definitely one worth checking out.
This has been a fun series so far. I've flown through each book and I really love the characters. Diego is a cute kid who is sick but doesn't act like it. Kenzi is still in love with Jason and Donovan and when they all get together the chemistry is top notch.
Quick reads with a good plot. This series is definitely one worth checking out.
December 18, 2024
the blurb got me in when I chose this a while back and completely missed it was a due and I went into it thinking it was standalone, but upon reading that and the book saying that they all started as a bully story, I don'y think I'll read the first book. but this was a good read and chemistry between them, but somewhere along the 30-50+% mark, it got boring I almost dnfed it, but the end got this the 4 star rating. I liked how it meant the even tho the son isn't a biological son of the other MMC, he still have his kidney and somewhat a part of him too. I really love poly stories that transcends the standards. <3
August 4, 2022
This one was way longer than the first one, and I'm not mad about that. I like the consequences for actions from the first book, and I like how the dynamics have evolved over the time between books. Also, YES to Jason's self-actualization, we love character development here. TBH I started this series because I saw a TikTok for book #3 and obviously had to read the books in order, but now I don't think I'll even read the third book. I don't know how I feel about Otto being an adult, so I think I just want to leave the series here because it makes my heart happy.
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