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When the world appears to be a dark, threatening place can one special woman reveal how special the sunshine is?

Liam is a former soldier who was medically discharged after an explosion leaves him physically and mentally scarred. The visible injuries prove easier to deal with as mentally, Liam struggles to rejoin the world he now finds filled with threats and danger. Little does he know that those books that he read during his recovery could be his salvation.

Valerie has searched for her Little for years. When the hairdresser comes to the rescue of a man she immediately recognizes as being Little, she knows within minutes that he is hers.

Addiction Warning: Pepper’s stories will touch your heart and may warm your bottom. While both sweet & spicy, the Dr. Richards’ Littles stories may contain more heat than some will find comfortable. Playing doctor with Dr. Richards can be an intense experience that borders on electrifying. The greatest risk, however, is developing an intense craving for more after reading just one. Proceed with caution.

4 pages, Audible Audio

Published November 29, 2019

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Pepper North

336 books1,319 followers
Ever just gone for it? That's what USA Today Bestselling Author Pepper North did in 2017 when she posted a book for sale on Amazon without telling anyone. Thanks to her amazing fans, the support of the writing community, Mr. North, and a killer schedule, she has now written more than 150 books!

Enjoy contemporary, paranormal, dark, and erotic romances that are both sweet and steamy? Pepper will convert you into one of her loyal readers. What's coming in the future? A Daddypalooza!

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1,240 reviews10 followers
May 1, 2019
Liam is the twenty-eighth book in Dr. Richards’ Littles series, but reads wonderfully as a stand alone. Liam is determined to beat his war injuries, but when a movie trip goes bad, he’s shocked when Valerie saves him. Valerie notices right away that Liam is someone special and is thrilled that she’s able to soothe him when traditional methods haven’t worked. But could Liam be the Little boy that Valerie has been searching for?

Wow, I absolutely loved this book and once I started it, I did not want to put it down! I loved Liam and Valerie. I loved their dynamic, I loved how she was able to help him, I loved their connection and almost instant love. When you know, you know, so why waste time?! I think my most favorite aspect about Liam was that he was so strong and big and physically able, but preferred to follow, needed to be Little, and once he found Valerie, things just clicked for him. Valerie was caring, had a huge heart, and I loved how she instinctively knew how to respond to Liam and some of his PTSD struggles. They were a beautiful couple, full of tenderness, love, snuggles, a few discipline moments, but romantic, too! I loved reading this book and look forward to more from this series and author!
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4,905 reviews46 followers
November 5, 2022
Liam was a soldier and after an explosion, hr esd medically discharged leaving him physically and mentally scarred. He now finds it harder to deal with the world around him as all that he sees are threats and danger. He read books about age play in his recovery which meant he was not new to what was to come to him later. Hairdresser Valerie has searched for her Little for years and so when she comes to the rescue of Little in distress she knows immediately that he is hers.

I enjoyed the PTSD side of things as well as the event that tied Liam to his Mommy, but I did not understand some aspects of their relationship. I don't really get why it is so comforting for him to suckle on her beasts. Easy to read and understand, this was a quick read that was quite enjoyable.
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422 reviews4 followers
April 29, 2019
My heart overflowed! This author is the gold-standard in age-play romance. This might be the 28th book in the series, but it remains fresh with characters you will love, and a storyline that grabs your heart and bathes it in emotions to make you melt. I love the dichotomy of the strong yet damaged military man with the heart and soul of a Little, and a Mommy whose heart needs to be big enough to help him heal and bring his Little out to play. I was ready to leap into the pages and give Liam the hugs he needed and enjoyed his journey to happiness. Every Little needs a Mommy/Daddy, and Pepper North always finds the perfect match.
87 reviews1 follower
May 11, 2019
Another Awesome Little Story!

Every time I pick up a new age play novel by Pepper North it's always better than I thought it could be. I mean, how often can an author bat a thousand? Well, I'm not sure of the answer, but I do know she's done it again with Liam. Wounded and wonderful, Liam is a reminder that littles come in all shapes and sizes, with all kinds of backgrounds. No matter what, littles are littles, and they need love and understanding. Liam needs Valerie just as much as she needs him. Just as much as we need more Dr. Richards novels. Another great story. Read it,you will fall in love with these novels. I sure did!
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623 reviews6 followers
April 28, 2019
I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. I have to say that Pepper North has done it again! This is one of the best littles story to date, Liam a soldier who had been suffering from a debilitating injury and PTSD's has been trying to find a way to live in the aftermath of his military service.  He meets Valerie, a woman who knows just what he needs for him to suceed and together they learn to live life again, his Mommie and her little boy. This was a well written fast read story that was impossible to put down, it was so good!
1,506 reviews10 followers
April 29, 2019
Oh My Gosh! This is my new favorite story. I absolutely loved this book. The character of Liam is one you just want to wrap up in your arms and hug all day long. He is so well developed and well written, you can feel his anxiety/fear. Valerie is a warrior in her own right and really gets Liam. This is a story that will make you smile and even laugh out loud. I enjoyed how the Littles just accepted him and took this big guy under their protective little wings and arms. Can’t wait for the next story.
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231 reviews6 followers
April 30, 2019
Liam finds his special Mommy

Fell in love with Liam , such special little man. Has been through alot , being hurt in the military. Working to get through his triggers . While at the theater he has a melt down , specially when lights go out. Love that Valerie was there to help him through that giving him her scarf to focus on.
Gave him strength. Wonderful start to special relationship. Love his stuffie Ninja.

I have received copy of Liam for my honest review.
Enjoy it so much I one clicked .
Another amazing Dr. Richard's story.
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1,102 reviews5 followers
January 10, 2020
Beautiful Story

I truly loved the dynamics of this story. When the big strong man is the little it always brings something a little more special to the story. Then on top of that we have a soldier growing thru personal things and needs extra help that a mommy can provide.

This story will tug at your heartstrings and you will fall in love with the characters. You will find yourself wanting to climb thru the pages and just hug Liam yourself at many times. You will even discover a few tears falling.

Until Next Time... Tabi
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4,702 reviews65 followers
August 29, 2021
Valerie finds Liam just when he needs her most. I love how she supports him where he is and tries to figure out what he needs best. She doesn't try to change him or to belittle his fears. She does encourage him to push forward but it seems in a reasonable way because it is things that have already been suggested by his support group. I love the way the care for each other.

I listened to the audio version and really enjoyed the bonus story at the
77 reviews
July 21, 2019
Another Amazing Little Story

This was such a sweet book to read. The understanding the author has of someone with PTSD, and the delicate way she handled the story is amazing. I have read all the little books and always felt Zoey was my favorite now I think Liam is ranked right up there with Zoey.
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676 reviews2 followers
October 23, 2019
Liam's brave New Venture Of Life

Liam is a soldier injured from war. PTSD is something he suffers from. He is at a movie theater trying to watch a movie, but his senses are flooded btw the previews when a woman come to him and helps him regain control. Valerie is a Mommy who knew a Little boy needed her. Awesome story, loved their interactions, the love and acceptance displayed.
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835 reviews4 followers
June 20, 2020
Another great Little story. The way Liam met Valerie was unique. I think the way the daddies and mommies know when they find a Little is amazing. Pepper has done an excellent job in writing these stories. Dr. Richards interactions with Liam was very delicate and caring because of all his injuries. Enjoy.
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266 reviews8 followers
May 1, 2021
Loved this one

I know I’ve read this before... but apparently forgot enough that it was fun reading it again. I don’t think we acknowledge veterans and how much they struggle with just trying to live life. This story was sensitive to the pain both physical and emotional this character was in.
3,143 reviews
March 31, 2022
Wonderful read, heartfelt read

I loved this book and the relationship that formed between Liam and Valerie who was able to not only love him but also help care for him and the injuries he carried from device and the result pain.

Th I is truly a match made in Heaven, once you start read in its impossible to put down until it finishd.
16 reviews3 followers
May 1, 2019
Loved how Valerie and Liam came together. You're Littles books are amazing. Especially when the other characters from the other Littles books are involved. The love and caring of everyone to help with PTSD. So Great.
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Author 16 books135 followers
May 11, 2019
This one hit close to home in a lot of ways. I felt the pain that Liam was dealing with and I cant imagine what all he had been through. It was beautiful to see him find his Mommy and the love that she gave him.
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786 reviews10 followers
January 12, 2020
A military Little who discovers his Mommy thru a flashback.

He is scarred from the war. He has PTSD and doesn't realize that someone could love him as he is a Little. Read to find out how his Big helps him.
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1,121 reviews15 followers
March 21, 2020
Scars never go away

Liam decided to take a big step and go to the movies; everything was fine until the previews started they were loud and they triggered a meltdown. This is when Valerie came to Liams aid; & knew Liam was her perfect oh
106 reviews1 follower
March 11, 2020
Great

Another great book written. It shows compassion and love to a Little boy who is wounded. No other Little cares what he or she has as flaws. Wish society was like this now.
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3,272 reviews14 followers
July 5, 2021
Awww

this Little guy needs a mommy to love him and guide him back into the world. Meeting others like him helps also.
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1,326 reviews20 followers
December 22, 2021
I loved how Valerie helped Liam and gave him what he needed.
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4,253 reviews
September 27, 2022
Touching Read

Valeria helps Liam when he has a PTSD attack at the movie theater, she sees something in him that she's been looking for, now all that needs to happen is a talk.
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4,265 reviews16 followers
August 19, 2023
Wonderfully written love story.
📚🔥🌟💜📚🔥🔥🌟📚🔥🌟🔥
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451 reviews
January 25, 2024
Liam and Valerie! Omg the cutest and probably my all time favorite in this series! The way she took care of him and helped him grow!!!! Valerie was the best Mommy to liam it was just so good!
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54 reviews
February 24, 2020
Loving

It's truly amazing how you can come up with these amazing stories. I enjoyed reading this book. It showed just how precious love is. People don't understand what it's like to love with PTSD. Thank you for bringing it to the light .
946 reviews1 follower
May 26, 2023
PN

This book was a different Little story. The fact that Liam suffered from PTSD was important. A lot of people don't understand the the effects of PTSD.
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