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Ginger Kisses
The sweetest little and his doting Daddy.
875 miles and one year of college keeping them apart.
Colin has the most awesome Daddy that any little could ever want. But, there’s one problem— Daddy has to move away to a new state. The only thing standing in his way of joining Daddy is finishing up his last year of college. Will Colin be able to survive the infrequent flights between them?
Frank's lucky enough that his much younger boyfriend still wants him to be his Daddy even in a long-distance relationship. Now, all Frank has to do is find creative ways of engaging Colin's little side virtually. Will he be able to pull off being a caregiver from almost a thousand miles away or will Colin’s little require more than Frank can give?
If you enjoy low angst age play with ABDL, Daddy bears, and smart littles, you’ll enjoy Ginger Kisses.
This book was expanded from the original novella which was published for Ms. Holmes’s newsletter subscribers. The full novel includes Daddy’s POV and is more than twice the original word count.
875 miles and one year of college keeping them apart.
Colin has the most awesome Daddy that any little could ever want. But, there’s one problem— Daddy has to move away to a new state. The only thing standing in his way of joining Daddy is finishing up his last year of college. Will Colin be able to survive the infrequent flights between them?
Frank's lucky enough that his much younger boyfriend still wants him to be his Daddy even in a long-distance relationship. Now, all Frank has to do is find creative ways of engaging Colin's little side virtually. Will he be able to pull off being a caregiver from almost a thousand miles away or will Colin’s little require more than Frank can give?
If you enjoy low angst age play with ABDL, Daddy bears, and smart littles, you’ll enjoy Ginger Kisses.
This book was expanded from the original novella which was published for Ms. Holmes’s newsletter subscribers. The full novel includes Daddy’s POV and is more than twice the original word count.
280 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 12, 2021
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Gianni Holmes
106 books1,295 followersGianni Holmes is a USA TODAY Bestselling author who's embracing her love for literature by wielding the pen and creating stories of her own. She's the author of the popular series The Grimm Tales of Smoky Vale and The Taking Care series. Gianni is a former teacher of Spanish Language and Hispanic Literature.
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November 3, 2021
Re-read November 2021
Still good.
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Now this I really liked!
I wasn't sure how there could be a whole book about an established couple without it being dull, but it really wasn't. It was amazing.
Since this book starts out with Frank and Colin trying their best at a long distance relationship, it had this great build-up. There was pining! There was insecurity! There was longing! It was amazing.
This was such a sweet age play book. And we even got some lovely hurt/comfort in the second half. I really liked this.
Still good.
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Now this I really liked!
I wasn't sure how there could be a whole book about an established couple without it being dull, but it really wasn't. It was amazing.
Since this book starts out with Frank and Colin trying their best at a long distance relationship, it had this great build-up. There was pining! There was insecurity! There was longing! It was amazing.
This was such a sweet age play book. And we even got some lovely hurt/comfort in the second half. I really liked this.
February 13, 2021
4 stars...
So I'm a sucker for a Daddy kink book. I'm always looking for a book that would blow me away like some of my favorites.
This book was sweet, with minimum angst and steam.
What I loved....
- The Characters:
I loved Sweet Ginger and Daddy Frank. they were right for each other and complemented each other nicely.
Frank was a great Daddy, even in a long distance relationship, and i loved how even then he made sure to give time to his boy.
Ginger was a sweet boy. I felt for him through the book, and the need to just stop being an adult and go to his little space.
- The Plot...
It revolves around them tackling a long distance relationship. I think this was done really well. the author showed the obstacles both MCs went through during this LDR, and how it really feels to be in one... especially for a daddy-little relationship.
- The Romance...
it was a cute feel good romance for the most part. There was no angst between the MCs but a little external stuff that created a bit conflict, which resolves pretty quickly.
- The Steam...
Medium seam and it was hot! Frank is a thorough lover.
- The kink...
This was my first ABDL daddy kink and I was a bit weary going in. I didn't know how I would like binkies, diapers and stuff. I found that it was really well done, I actually enjoyed it and found myself smiling when Ginger was doing little stuff.
- The HEA..
It for the mood of the story. I loved where we left them, even though I would've loved a bonus story far into the future as well.
Slight niggles...
- The Relationship Status...
There was always uncertainty from both MCs which didn't really make sense. I mean two people have a long distance relationship. being exclusive and ditching condoms, being in a daddy-little relationship, wearing a cock-cage..
All of these scream long-term for me... so the uncertainty was a bit illogical.
- There were some slip-ups where Ginger called Frank by his given name.
So I'm a sucker for a Daddy kink book. I'm always looking for a book that would blow me away like some of my favorites.
This book was sweet, with minimum angst and steam.
What I loved....
- The Characters:
I loved Sweet Ginger and Daddy Frank. they were right for each other and complemented each other nicely.
Frank was a great Daddy, even in a long distance relationship, and i loved how even then he made sure to give time to his boy.
Ginger was a sweet boy. I felt for him through the book, and the need to just stop being an adult and go to his little space.
- The Plot...
It revolves around them tackling a long distance relationship. I think this was done really well. the author showed the obstacles both MCs went through during this LDR, and how it really feels to be in one... especially for a daddy-little relationship.
- The Romance...
it was a cute feel good romance for the most part. There was no angst between the MCs but a little external stuff that created a bit conflict, which resolves pretty quickly.
- The Steam...
Medium seam and it was hot! Frank is a thorough lover.
- The kink...
This was my first ABDL daddy kink and I was a bit weary going in. I didn't know how I would like binkies, diapers and stuff. I found that it was really well done, I actually enjoyed it and found myself smiling when Ginger was doing little stuff.
- The HEA..
It for the mood of the story. I loved where we left them, even though I would've loved a bonus story far into the future as well.
Slight niggles...
- The Relationship Status...
There was always uncertainty from both MCs which didn't really make sense. I mean two people have a long distance relationship. being exclusive and ditching condoms, being in a daddy-little relationship, wearing a cock-cage..
All of these scream long-term for me... so the uncertainty was a bit illogical.
- There were some slip-ups where Ginger called Frank by his given name.
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February 15, 2021No rating until I read the expanded version.
Want to read
December 31, 2020
January 5, 2021
This was really sweet and adorable. I loved it!
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August 17, 2022We love a bi MC! Our MC in this is openly bi and has an ex wife and a teenage daughter. He also has a boyfriend who lives across the country.
I kinda love established couple stories when they're done well. We can avoid the "will they won't they of course they will" nonsense and focus on couples and their struggles once they're already in a relationship.
This is an age play romance with ABDL and a significant age gap. I think the age play was really well done and I genuinely enjoyed this couple and their struggles and worries about navigating a long term relationship until they could be together.
I also really appreciated that while the ex wife wasn't very nice in the beginning, she's never the enemy or the villain of this story. She's a woman struggling with her own issues and pain and taking it out on the wrong people.
All in all, a super solid story.
I kinda love established couple stories when they're done well. We can avoid the "will they won't they of course they will" nonsense and focus on couples and their struggles once they're already in a relationship.
This is an age play romance with ABDL and a significant age gap. I think the age play was really well done and I genuinely enjoyed this couple and their struggles and worries about navigating a long term relationship until they could be together.
I also really appreciated that while the ex wife wasn't very nice in the beginning, she's never the enemy or the villain of this story. She's a woman struggling with her own issues and pain and taking it out on the wrong people.
All in all, a super solid story.
December 18, 2021
Colin and Frank are in a boy/Daddy long distance relationship. For me, this needed a lot more play between them and a lot less of Frank's ex-wife and kid. The vindictive ex-wife got really old really quick. The 13 year old daughter was fine but it felt like a lot of time was spent setting up that relationship while the long-distance just lingered in the background. Again, Colin's clinically serious anxieties (to the point of not eating or sleeping, fainting spells, etc) were not sufficiently addressed beyond needing to be closer to Frank. This kind of codependent relationship doesn't always bug me but it did here and it felt irresponsible to paint it in such a cavalier light. I did like the age play scenes but the long-distance setup made it difficult for them and me as a reader.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 27, 2023
Dolce e romantico, con due protagonisti che mi hanno convinta e emozionata. Sono entrambi delineati con cura e l'incastro delle loro anime è meraviglioso.
Una storia delicata e coinvolgente, che sa fondere benissimo amore, accudimento, bisogno e passione. È arricchita da una serie di personaggi secondari molto interessanti, alcuni dei quali mi piacerebbe incontrare nuovamente per saperne di più.
Il ritmo è placido e avvolgente, lo stile pulito e scorrevole.
4 stelle e mezzo
Hugs&kisses
Una storia delicata e coinvolgente, che sa fondere benissimo amore, accudimento, bisogno e passione. È arricchita da una serie di personaggi secondari molto interessanti, alcuni dei quali mi piacerebbe incontrare nuovamente per saperne di più.
Il ritmo è placido e avvolgente, lo stile pulito e scorrevole.
4 stelle e mezzo
Hugs&kisses
February 11, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed this entire story! I loved that the glimpse of the relationship between the MCs was after they’d been together a while. There was an ex-wife, a best friend, a guy after one of the MCs, a best friend with boy issues, etc. There were just so many aspects to this story that were taken on and so well done, it was lovely. I thoroughly enjoyed this read.
February 13, 2021
Holy crap, I love Gianni Holmes' Ginger Kisses! Everything about it is amazing. I was immediately drawn into this story and couldn't put it down.
If you are into age play romances, you NEED this book.
If you are into sweet romances, you NEED this book.
A Daddy and a little having a long distance relationship. All of the issues that arise for these two are mesmerizing. Colin is in college, needing to finish up his degree. Meanwhile, Frank is on the other side of the country, having moved there to be with his daughter.
In addition to their distance, they have some other issues to deal with. Frank's ex. Introducing Colin to his daughter. Figuring out their future plans. And more.
This story is a perfect combination of sweet and heart wrenching. The angst isn't present throughout, but oh man, when it's there, it's so tear jerking.
There's binkies, blankies, and pull ups. Wet pull ups. It doesn't get any better. Oh wait, it does. There's some suckling involved too, which is a new to me read. And it's so damn tender.
And if I didn't love Colin already, I absolutely am in love with the fact that Colin can't hide his little side. As his Daddy says, Colin breaks into his little side so easily.
But by far my favorite aspect is the relationship between Colin and Hailey. Just adorable. I was definitely worried about how this would play out, but it wasn't at all how I thought. It's precious. Absolutely precious. I love it all!
Of course, Frank's ex wife is a pain in the ass, and adds some stress to the tale. No surprise there.
The writing is fabulous, as I expected. I appreciate the way Gianni develops a story. Everything works well and perfectly draws the reader into the emotions, keeping the reader thoroughly invested throughout.
Overall, Ginger Kisses is a heartwarming Daddy romance. Gianni Holmes brings all the feels to this age gap romance. I love every single moment of this amazing gem.
But I am left wanting more. I want Peter and Jeff's story. I want Elise's story. I want Fitz's story.
If you happened to read the novella that was released as a freebie in December 2020, be sure to pick this one up. It's the same sweet story, but with double the content and double the sweetness.
If you are into age play romances, you NEED this book.
If you are into sweet romances, you NEED this book.
A Daddy and a little having a long distance relationship. All of the issues that arise for these two are mesmerizing. Colin is in college, needing to finish up his degree. Meanwhile, Frank is on the other side of the country, having moved there to be with his daughter.
In addition to their distance, they have some other issues to deal with. Frank's ex. Introducing Colin to his daughter. Figuring out their future plans. And more.
This story is a perfect combination of sweet and heart wrenching. The angst isn't present throughout, but oh man, when it's there, it's so tear jerking.
There's binkies, blankies, and pull ups. Wet pull ups. It doesn't get any better. Oh wait, it does. There's some suckling involved too, which is a new to me read. And it's so damn tender.
And if I didn't love Colin already, I absolutely am in love with the fact that Colin can't hide his little side. As his Daddy says, Colin breaks into his little side so easily.
But by far my favorite aspect is the relationship between Colin and Hailey. Just adorable. I was definitely worried about how this would play out, but it wasn't at all how I thought. It's precious. Absolutely precious. I love it all!
Of course, Frank's ex wife is a pain in the ass, and adds some stress to the tale. No surprise there.
The writing is fabulous, as I expected. I appreciate the way Gianni develops a story. Everything works well and perfectly draws the reader into the emotions, keeping the reader thoroughly invested throughout.
Overall, Ginger Kisses is a heartwarming Daddy romance. Gianni Holmes brings all the feels to this age gap romance. I love every single moment of this amazing gem.
But I am left wanting more. I want Peter and Jeff's story. I want Elise's story. I want Fitz's story.
If you happened to read the novella that was released as a freebie in December 2020, be sure to pick this one up. It's the same sweet story, but with double the content and double the sweetness.
June 10, 2022
reread 6/9/2022
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I really like getting Frank’s POV this time. That really made me feel better about things that happened. My only real complaint is about Frank’s ex. I’m just so tired of bitchy women in mm romance. Yes. We can be bitches, but not every woman is. I hate when a woman is portrayed that way for some unnecessary drama. The story would have been just fine if she’d have been nice.
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I really like getting Frank’s POV this time. That really made me feel better about things that happened. My only real complaint is about Frank’s ex. I’m just so tired of bitchy women in mm romance. Yes. We can be bitches, but not every woman is. I hate when a woman is portrayed that way for some unnecessary drama. The story would have been just fine if she’d have been nice.
February 11, 2021
This is the extended edition of the Ginger Kisses novella by Gianni Holmes. I loved the story of Colin and Frank. Ginger and his Daddy are amazing together and I loved them. Their story was sweet, sexy and very well written.
January 5, 2021
Super sweet and adorable read. I couldn't put it down once I started it. I just adored collin and can't wait to get more of Daddy!@
February 13, 2021
I absolutely adored Colin and Frank. They were so wonderful together. I really loved reading a book about an established couple and the difficulties of a long distance relationship. My heart ached for them both. I just wanted to hug them. I also thought that the issues with Frank's ex wife were handled really well, in a very respectful and realistic way. And I loved the friendship between Colin and Frank's daughter. All the side characters were pretty amazing actually. Christie was a great best friend and I really enjoyed her plot. Fitz was really fun and I really really really need to read Peter and Jeff's story. Amazing book, wonderful writing, amazing characters and a beautiful love story. I highly recommend it.
4,5 stars
I received a free copy of this book through Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review
4,5 stars
I received a free copy of this book through Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review
February 21, 2021
I read the first half of this book in a giveaway and I enjoyed so much the sweet story that I needed to read the complete version. It was interesting to read about Colin and his Daddy Frank and all the issues a long distance relationship can cause. Ms Holmes managed in a very knowledgeable way their story stealing my heartwarming with all Colin's struggles and vulnerability and Frank love and protectiveness. A wonderful treat!
August 6, 2021
NOW HERE WE GO. This is what I needed. A romance story that ticks all my boxes and is well-rounded: angst, hurt/comfort, a BDSM lifestyle (Daddy/little), sweet, family connections, and a great HEA. Generally don’t read things with established couples but so worth it. I’ve been in a LDR before and I connected with Colin so much on how difficult it can be. I cried more than once in this story. The steam was 🔥🔥🔥, scenes well-written, especially the phone-sex one.
November 2, 2021
Super cute story!! Loved it.
June 30, 2024
Frank et Colin Shepherd
Daddy et boy (adbl)
Étudiant en finance
Hailey Rawlings (fille de Frank - 13 ans)
Julie (ex femme de Frank, mere de Hailey)
Histoire d'amour indépendante sur la différence d'âge
_________
Interessant. Hyper intéressant.
Sans plus
_________
Quotes __
La douleur de se séparer n’est rien comparée à la joie de se revoir.
Charles Dickens
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Le plus doux des petits et son papa adoré.
875 miles et une année d'université les séparent.
Colin a le papa le plus génial que n'importe quel petit puisse souhaiter. Mais il y a un problème : papa doit déménager dans un nouvel État. La seule chose qui l'empêche de rejoindre papa est de terminer sa dernière année d'université. Colin pourra-t-il survivre aux rares vols entre eux ?
Frank a la chance que son petit ami beaucoup plus jeune veuille toujours qu'il soit son papa, même dans une relation à distance. Maintenant, tout ce que Frank doit faire est de trouver des moyens créatifs d'engager virtuellement le petit côté de Colin. Sera-t-il capable de s'occuper de lui à près de mille kilomètres de distance ou le petit de Colin aura-t-il besoin de plus que ce que Frank peut donner ?
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___Frank ___
J'ai raccroché le téléphone et j'ai aperçu les photos sur mon bureau très encombré. J'ai souri à celle de ma fille. Puis il y en avait une de lui à côté. Colin Shepherd. Étudiant à l'université. Petit malin. Futur analyste financier. Mon meilleur ami. Mon partenaire. Mon amant. Mon bébé. Mon tout, vraiment.
Ils étaient à eux seuls les personnes les plus importantes de ma vie, et après avoir fréquenté Colin pendant un certain temps, il était temps pour eux de se rencontrer. Le plan était d'emmener Colin en avion pour Thanksgiving et de les rencontrer en personne. C'était le moment idéal, vu que j'étais complètement follement amoureuse de ce garçon.
D'après la photo, il sourit à la caméra, la tête penchée et ses boucles rousses tombant le long de son cou. J'adorais embrasser son cou fin et gracieux, ce qui le faisait ronronner à chaque fois.
Je frottai mon doigt sur le cadre en verre, puis tournai mon attention vers les papiers sur mon bureau. Je m'étais plongé dans l'idée de délocaliser mon entreprise ici depuis le moment où mon avion avait atterri. C'était pour ne pas penser à la décision difficile que j'avais dû prendre. Rester à Columbus avec Colin et rater l'enfance d'Hailey. Ou déménager à l'autre bout du pays pour me rapprocher de ma fille et laisser Colin derrière moi.
J'avais essayé de garder les deux avec moi, mais Colin était boursier à l'université de Thornton, et il aurait été injuste de le déraciner de cette vie. Je pouvais au moins lui permettre de terminer ses études avant de bouleverser sa vie.
J'étais absorbé par mon travail lorsque mon téléphone portable a vibré. Je l'ai rapidement sorti de ma poche, en espérant que ce soit Colin. Pas de chance. Le nom de mon ex-femme est apparu sur l'écran. Dernièrement, elle n’arrêtait pas de me demander de faire de petites choses dans la maison. Je n'avais rien dit, essayant de maintenir la paix entre nous pour qu'Hailey ne soit pas prise entre deux feux.
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___Colin___
Papa : Hé, Ginger. Tu n'as pas dit à papa où tu allais aujourd'hui et avec qui tu vas ?
Oops .
En lisant le message de papa, j'ai grincé des dents en pensant que j'avais enfreint l'une de nos règles que nous avions établies au début de notre relation. Que j'avais besoin de lui faire savoir où j'étais, mais je n'ai ressenti aucun remords à ce moment-là. Non pas que j'avais délibérément évité de lui dire, mais quand papa m'a réprimandé, cela m'a rappelé qu'il s'en souciait toujours, même si des centaines de kilomètres nous séparaient.
Les relations à distance étaient déjà difficiles. Ma petite n'a pas pu tenir plus longtemps que les mois qui s'étaient écoulés depuis la dernière fois que j'avais vu papa.
J'ai tapé sur l'espace pour taper un message, mes doigts survolant les touches.
Moi : Je suis vraiment désolée, papa. Cela n'arrivera plus.
Il ne lui a fallu que quelques secondes pour obtenir sa réponse, et le flux de nos messages habituels a continué.
Papa : Je m'inquiète pour toi si je ne sais pas où tu es, bébé. Tu le sais.
Moi : Je ne voulais pas t'inquiéter. Je suis sur le campus avec mon amie Christie.
Papa : Maintenant, c'est mieux. Tu as ton examen de statistiques dans une demi-heure ?
Je souris, ravie que papa se souvienne. Mais je ne devrais pas être choquée. Papa se souvenait de tout. Cela avait ses avantages et ses inconvénients, et l'un des plus gros inconvénients était qu'il se souvenait de… tout. Aucune infraction aux règles ne restait impunie. Même si cela signifiait que nous devions nous contenter de faire une promenade de santé jusqu'à ce que nous nous rencontrions tous les deux mois environ.
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Daddy et boy (adbl)
Étudiant en finance
Hailey Rawlings (fille de Frank - 13 ans)
Julie (ex femme de Frank, mere de Hailey)
Histoire d'amour indépendante sur la différence d'âge
_________
Interessant. Hyper intéressant.
Sans plus
_________
Quotes __
La douleur de se séparer n’est rien comparée à la joie de se revoir.
Charles Dickens
📖
Le plus doux des petits et son papa adoré.
875 miles et une année d'université les séparent.
Colin a le papa le plus génial que n'importe quel petit puisse souhaiter. Mais il y a un problème : papa doit déménager dans un nouvel État. La seule chose qui l'empêche de rejoindre papa est de terminer sa dernière année d'université. Colin pourra-t-il survivre aux rares vols entre eux ?
Frank a la chance que son petit ami beaucoup plus jeune veuille toujours qu'il soit son papa, même dans une relation à distance. Maintenant, tout ce que Frank doit faire est de trouver des moyens créatifs d'engager virtuellement le petit côté de Colin. Sera-t-il capable de s'occuper de lui à près de mille kilomètres de distance ou le petit de Colin aura-t-il besoin de plus que ce que Frank peut donner ?
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___Frank ___
J'ai raccroché le téléphone et j'ai aperçu les photos sur mon bureau très encombré. J'ai souri à celle de ma fille. Puis il y en avait une de lui à côté. Colin Shepherd. Étudiant à l'université. Petit malin. Futur analyste financier. Mon meilleur ami. Mon partenaire. Mon amant. Mon bébé. Mon tout, vraiment.
Ils étaient à eux seuls les personnes les plus importantes de ma vie, et après avoir fréquenté Colin pendant un certain temps, il était temps pour eux de se rencontrer. Le plan était d'emmener Colin en avion pour Thanksgiving et de les rencontrer en personne. C'était le moment idéal, vu que j'étais complètement follement amoureuse de ce garçon.
D'après la photo, il sourit à la caméra, la tête penchée et ses boucles rousses tombant le long de son cou. J'adorais embrasser son cou fin et gracieux, ce qui le faisait ronronner à chaque fois.
Je frottai mon doigt sur le cadre en verre, puis tournai mon attention vers les papiers sur mon bureau. Je m'étais plongé dans l'idée de délocaliser mon entreprise ici depuis le moment où mon avion avait atterri. C'était pour ne pas penser à la décision difficile que j'avais dû prendre. Rester à Columbus avec Colin et rater l'enfance d'Hailey. Ou déménager à l'autre bout du pays pour me rapprocher de ma fille et laisser Colin derrière moi.
J'avais essayé de garder les deux avec moi, mais Colin était boursier à l'université de Thornton, et il aurait été injuste de le déraciner de cette vie. Je pouvais au moins lui permettre de terminer ses études avant de bouleverser sa vie.
J'étais absorbé par mon travail lorsque mon téléphone portable a vibré. Je l'ai rapidement sorti de ma poche, en espérant que ce soit Colin. Pas de chance. Le nom de mon ex-femme est apparu sur l'écran. Dernièrement, elle n’arrêtait pas de me demander de faire de petites choses dans la maison. Je n'avais rien dit, essayant de maintenir la paix entre nous pour qu'Hailey ne soit pas prise entre deux feux.
.
___Colin___
Papa : Hé, Ginger. Tu n'as pas dit à papa où tu allais aujourd'hui et avec qui tu vas ?
Oops .
En lisant le message de papa, j'ai grincé des dents en pensant que j'avais enfreint l'une de nos règles que nous avions établies au début de notre relation. Que j'avais besoin de lui faire savoir où j'étais, mais je n'ai ressenti aucun remords à ce moment-là. Non pas que j'avais délibérément évité de lui dire, mais quand papa m'a réprimandé, cela m'a rappelé qu'il s'en souciait toujours, même si des centaines de kilomètres nous séparaient.
Les relations à distance étaient déjà difficiles. Ma petite n'a pas pu tenir plus longtemps que les mois qui s'étaient écoulés depuis la dernière fois que j'avais vu papa.
J'ai tapé sur l'espace pour taper un message, mes doigts survolant les touches.
Moi : Je suis vraiment désolée, papa. Cela n'arrivera plus.
Il ne lui a fallu que quelques secondes pour obtenir sa réponse, et le flux de nos messages habituels a continué.
Papa : Je m'inquiète pour toi si je ne sais pas où tu es, bébé. Tu le sais.
Moi : Je ne voulais pas t'inquiéter. Je suis sur le campus avec mon amie Christie.
Papa : Maintenant, c'est mieux. Tu as ton examen de statistiques dans une demi-heure ?
Je souris, ravie que papa se souvienne. Mais je ne devrais pas être choquée. Papa se souvenait de tout. Cela avait ses avantages et ses inconvénients, et l'un des plus gros inconvénients était qu'il se souvenait de… tout. Aucune infraction aux règles ne restait impunie. Même si cela signifiait que nous devions nous contenter de faire une promenade de santé jusqu'à ce que nous nous rencontrions tous les deux mois environ.
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March 3, 2021
This was previously published as a shorter story but I didn’t end up reading that one. I decided to wait for the longer version so I can’t really compare between the 2.
I did like that I had both Colin and Frank’s POV. This story starts after they’re already established as a couple. They’d been together almost 2 years already and Frank had already moved away while Colin stayed behind to finish school. We get a bit of an explanation on how they got together and stuff so I’m happy for that but I still felt like I was missing something. It’s the feeling I get when there are characters in a book that feels like they were in a previous book. I don’t like that.
Also, I kinda felt meh about the whole ex-wife and kid situation with Frank. I’ve read books that included this before but I didn’t feel too happy about it here. I don’t know if it was the fact that the ex-wife kept insisting that Frank cheated on her with Colin while they were married or what.
I also felt a bit irritated when Frank had promised Colin that he’d fly him up there for Thanksgiving but then backed out because his daughter got in trouble at school. I sort of get it but I also felt sad for Colin at the same time. Not a cool thing for a Daddy to do to his Little.
All in all the story was good. I enjoyed the writing style and I felt like some of the characters could have their own books, maybe? Jeff and Peter, Fitz and the Doctor, Christie and her 2 lovers. 🤔 I’d totally read about all of them.
This book has age play/regression, binkies, onesies, bottles, wearing a diaper and using it.
3.5⭐️
POV: Dual 1st person
I did like that I had both Colin and Frank’s POV. This story starts after they’re already established as a couple. They’d been together almost 2 years already and Frank had already moved away while Colin stayed behind to finish school. We get a bit of an explanation on how they got together and stuff so I’m happy for that but I still felt like I was missing something. It’s the feeling I get when there are characters in a book that feels like they were in a previous book. I don’t like that.
Also, I kinda felt meh about the whole ex-wife and kid situation with Frank. I’ve read books that included this before but I didn’t feel too happy about it here. I don’t know if it was the fact that the ex-wife kept insisting that Frank cheated on her with Colin while they were married or what.
I also felt a bit irritated when Frank had promised Colin that he’d fly him up there for Thanksgiving but then backed out because his daughter got in trouble at school. I sort of get it but I also felt sad for Colin at the same time. Not a cool thing for a Daddy to do to his Little.
All in all the story was good. I enjoyed the writing style and I felt like some of the characters could have their own books, maybe? Jeff and Peter, Fitz and the Doctor, Christie and her 2 lovers. 🤔 I’d totally read about all of them.
This book has age play/regression, binkies, onesies, bottles, wearing a diaper and using it.
3.5⭐️
POV: Dual 1st person
February 10, 2021
Ginger Kisses by Gianni Holmes is a very sweet love story between a Daddy in his 40’s and his Little Boy in his early 20’s. When the story opens Daddy Frank has been with his Boy Colin for a while and they are in love. Unfortunately Daddy was married before and has a 13 year old daughter. His wife is resentful and has moved to Portland, Maine, for a new job and taken their daughter with her. Since Daddy knows he needs to be in his daughter’s life he has moved his business there, too. But Colin was in college and it was decided that he would stay in Columbus to finish school. When the story starts it is Thanksgiving time before his last semester before graduating. The story continues from there with the angst of not seeing each other and making due with talking and playtime over Facetime. Then Colin visits Daddy in Portland and meets his ex-wife, daughter, and makes 2 new friends. He does not want to leave after his 3 week Christmas visit and things deteriorate when he gets back to college. I don't want to give away any more so you will have to read the book to find out what happens. I have read many of Ms. Holmes’ books and I am constantly amazed at the different kinds of M/M books she writes from dark and dangerous to very sweet. Daddy/Boy stories are one of my favorite genres so this book was right up my alley and I loved all of it. It has stayed with me long after I finished it. This is one of my favorite books by this author and I highly recommend it. I can’t wait to read her next book.
February 10, 2021
I loved this book back when it was released as a short story and when I heard that an extended version was coming I couldn't wait..
Getting to see more of Daddy Frank and his boy, Colin, I absolutely loved seeing more of Frank’s perspective in this longer version. Having made the hard decision to move his business to stay close to his Daughter Frank wants to keep his relationship going so they have a long distance one while Colin is finishing school, as Frank doesn't want him to quit. This type of relationship is hard for anybody but I think it made the relationship even harder for these two as Daddy and boy because even though they had virtual dates and playtime, they both love it when they are actually together.
I adored Frank and Colin’s love and how they handled being apart til Christmas, colins understanding that his daddy couldn't see him at thanksgiving because of problems with his daughter. Colin’s breakdown when he went back to school was so sad, but I kind of seen it coming because he really didn't want to leave after Christmas, but I feel it was right that Frank encouraged him to finish school and then I cheered when colons friend contacted Daddy Frank and he showed up and did right by him.
It was a truly Amazing story and I so enjoyed the epilogue. I would love to see more though in sepereate books for the side characters especially Jeff and his boy..
Getting to see more of Daddy Frank and his boy, Colin, I absolutely loved seeing more of Frank’s perspective in this longer version. Having made the hard decision to move his business to stay close to his Daughter Frank wants to keep his relationship going so they have a long distance one while Colin is finishing school, as Frank doesn't want him to quit. This type of relationship is hard for anybody but I think it made the relationship even harder for these two as Daddy and boy because even though they had virtual dates and playtime, they both love it when they are actually together.
I adored Frank and Colin’s love and how they handled being apart til Christmas, colins understanding that his daddy couldn't see him at thanksgiving because of problems with his daughter. Colin’s breakdown when he went back to school was so sad, but I kind of seen it coming because he really didn't want to leave after Christmas, but I feel it was right that Frank encouraged him to finish school and then I cheered when colons friend contacted Daddy Frank and he showed up and did right by him.
It was a truly Amazing story and I so enjoyed the epilogue. I would love to see more though in sepereate books for the side characters especially Jeff and his boy..
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 2, 2023
Recensione a cura di Lettura Arcobaleno 🌈
Frank è un daddy che ama prendersi cura del suo baby, Colin. La loro relazione di un anno e mezzo è solida, ma deve tener conto di un inghippo: Frank si è trasferito lontano dal suo uomo per stare più vicino a sua figlia.
Il tipo di relazione tra loro non è solo age-gap, dove troviamo la figura di un daddy e di un baby boy, bensì più complessa. Gianni ci porta ad esplorare un mondo fatto di pannolini, di colori e di infanzia...in una parola: ABDL.
Questa dinamica è molto affascinante a mio avviso e mi sono ritrovata a scorrere le pagine avidamente per scoprire quello che Daddy avrebbe fatto al suo bimbo.
I personaggi si comportano in un determinato modo perché hanno le loro ragioni, sebbene alcune scelte appaiano estreme, Gianni non scende mai nella banalità. Ci presenta sempre delle persone forti che sanno quello che vogliono.
Se siete alla ricerca di qualcosa di diverso e avete la mente aperta per accettare e non giudicare, allora questo romanzo potrebbe fare al caso vostro.
Siete pronti a conoscere un Daddy molto dolce e accorto e un ragazzino dall'aria angelica che si trasforma in un diavoletto al letto?
Ho apprezzato il fatto che il romanzo sia tradotto in lingua italiana, ma esattamente come un film, preferisco l'originale, mi dà la sensazione di essere più veritiero e attinente alla storia.
Frank è un daddy che ama prendersi cura del suo baby, Colin. La loro relazione di un anno e mezzo è solida, ma deve tener conto di un inghippo: Frank si è trasferito lontano dal suo uomo per stare più vicino a sua figlia.
Il tipo di relazione tra loro non è solo age-gap, dove troviamo la figura di un daddy e di un baby boy, bensì più complessa. Gianni ci porta ad esplorare un mondo fatto di pannolini, di colori e di infanzia...in una parola: ABDL.
Questa dinamica è molto affascinante a mio avviso e mi sono ritrovata a scorrere le pagine avidamente per scoprire quello che Daddy avrebbe fatto al suo bimbo.
I personaggi si comportano in un determinato modo perché hanno le loro ragioni, sebbene alcune scelte appaiano estreme, Gianni non scende mai nella banalità. Ci presenta sempre delle persone forti che sanno quello che vogliono.
Se siete alla ricerca di qualcosa di diverso e avete la mente aperta per accettare e non giudicare, allora questo romanzo potrebbe fare al caso vostro.
Siete pronti a conoscere un Daddy molto dolce e accorto e un ragazzino dall'aria angelica che si trasforma in un diavoletto al letto?
Ho apprezzato il fatto che il romanzo sia tradotto in lingua italiana, ma esattamente come un film, preferisco l'originale, mi dà la sensazione di essere più veritiero e attinente alla storia.
February 12, 2021
I read the first bit of this book in its novella format and was so excited to hear that it was being expanded into a full-length novel. It did not disappoint.
If you're looking for a sweet, age-play novel with low angst, this is the book for you.
What I truly enjoyed about Ginger Kisses is the established relationship between the two MCs. No longer was I forced to endure the meet-cute and subsequent insta-love often found with age-play novels. That's not to say the relationship was concrete enough to not have its own struggles.
There's a forced long-distance, a petty ex-wife, and Frank has a daughter, while Colin is in his last year of college. Of course, there is mild angst that spans all of these elements, but watching these two overcome them both individually and as a couple made my heart sing.
My absolute favorite bit of the book was watching Frank take over his Daddy role in full force when Colin needed him the most and didn't want to admit it. It showed all the aspects of Daddy/little dynamics that I adore. Just enough of a tease from the side characters that have me wishing and praying for another book in this series (you'll know who I mean when you read it).
Overall, it was a refreshing spin on age-play and I highly recommend it. 5/5 stars.
If you're looking for a sweet, age-play novel with low angst, this is the book for you.
What I truly enjoyed about Ginger Kisses is the established relationship between the two MCs. No longer was I forced to endure the meet-cute and subsequent insta-love often found with age-play novels. That's not to say the relationship was concrete enough to not have its own struggles.
There's a forced long-distance, a petty ex-wife, and Frank has a daughter, while Colin is in his last year of college. Of course, there is mild angst that spans all of these elements, but watching these two overcome them both individually and as a couple made my heart sing.
My absolute favorite bit of the book was watching Frank take over his Daddy role in full force when Colin needed him the most and didn't want to admit it. It showed all the aspects of Daddy/little dynamics that I adore. Just enough of a tease from the side characters that have me wishing and praying for another book in this series (you'll know who I mean when you read it).
Overall, it was a refreshing spin on age-play and I highly recommend it. 5/5 stars.
July 25, 2023
Recensione a cura del blog Romantic Fairies
Ho letto tante storie che hanno per tema le pratiche BDSM, ma ad oggi non avevo saputo né letto nulla circa l’ageplay.
La cosa oltre a lasciarmi un po’ basita, mentre approfondivo la lettura e mi dipanavo lungo le pagine, mi ha portato anche a più di un sorriso, certamente non tutti apprezzeranno il genere, ma con l’età mi lascio scivolare tutto, l’unica eccezione è il non consenso, cosa che non fa parte della relazione tra Daddy Frank e piccolo Colin.
Il loro è un consenso a piene mani, è un gioco che li rende vivi, innamorati, pazzi l’uno per l’altro.
Una storia che ho letto in poche ore e che mi ha lasciato una strana euforia ma un senso di pace assoluta terminata la lettura.
Prima di giudicare, ricordiamoci che ognuno ha il diritto di vivere la propria vita come più gli aggrada e che nessuno può ergersi a giudice dell’altro o pretendere di sentirsi superiore e quindi giusto nell’additare.
Una storia di cui consiglio la lettura, soprattutto a chi come me ama spaziare tra i vari generi.
Buona lettura e alla prossima
Ho letto tante storie che hanno per tema le pratiche BDSM, ma ad oggi non avevo saputo né letto nulla circa l’ageplay.
La cosa oltre a lasciarmi un po’ basita, mentre approfondivo la lettura e mi dipanavo lungo le pagine, mi ha portato anche a più di un sorriso, certamente non tutti apprezzeranno il genere, ma con l’età mi lascio scivolare tutto, l’unica eccezione è il non consenso, cosa che non fa parte della relazione tra Daddy Frank e piccolo Colin.
Il loro è un consenso a piene mani, è un gioco che li rende vivi, innamorati, pazzi l’uno per l’altro.
Una storia che ho letto in poche ore e che mi ha lasciato una strana euforia ma un senso di pace assoluta terminata la lettura.
Prima di giudicare, ricordiamoci che ognuno ha il diritto di vivere la propria vita come più gli aggrada e che nessuno può ergersi a giudice dell’altro o pretendere di sentirsi superiore e quindi giusto nell’additare.
Una storia di cui consiglio la lettura, soprattutto a chi come me ama spaziare tra i vari generi.
Buona lettura e alla prossima
July 25, 2023
Ho letto tante storie che hanno per tema le pratiche BDSM, ma ad oggi non avevo saputo né letto nulla circa l’ageplay.
La cosa oltre a lasciarmi un po’ basita, mentre approfondivo la lettura e mi dipanavo lungo le pagine, mi ha portato anche a più di un sorriso, certamente non tutti apprezzeranno il genere, ma con l’età mi lascio scivolare tutto, l’unica eccezione è il non consenso, cosa che non fa parte della relazione tra Daddy Frank e piccolo Colin.
Il loro è un consenso a piene mani, è un gioco che li rende vivi, innamorati, pazzi l’uno per l’altro.
Una storia che ho letto in poche ore e che mi ha lasciato una strana euforia ma un senso di pace assoluta terminata la lettura.
Prima di giudicare, ricordiamoci che ognuno ha il diritto di vivere la propria vita come più gli aggrada e che nessuno può ergersi a giudice dell’altro o pretendere di sentirsi superiore e quindi giusto nell’additare.
Una storia di cui consiglio la lettura, soprattutto a chi come me ama spaziare tra i vari generi.
Buona lettura e alla prossima
La cosa oltre a lasciarmi un po’ basita, mentre approfondivo la lettura e mi dipanavo lungo le pagine, mi ha portato anche a più di un sorriso, certamente non tutti apprezzeranno il genere, ma con l’età mi lascio scivolare tutto, l’unica eccezione è il non consenso, cosa che non fa parte della relazione tra Daddy Frank e piccolo Colin.
Il loro è un consenso a piene mani, è un gioco che li rende vivi, innamorati, pazzi l’uno per l’altro.
Una storia che ho letto in poche ore e che mi ha lasciato una strana euforia ma un senso di pace assoluta terminata la lettura.
Prima di giudicare, ricordiamoci che ognuno ha il diritto di vivere la propria vita come più gli aggrada e che nessuno può ergersi a giudice dell’altro o pretendere di sentirsi superiore e quindi giusto nell’additare.
Una storia di cui consiglio la lettura, soprattutto a chi come me ama spaziare tra i vari generi.
Buona lettura e alla prossima
March 4, 2021
This is for the short version.
Stories with Daddies and Littles just isn't my thing. I've tried, many times, but there is something about the whole dynamic that makes me uncomfortable. If this was just an age difference story without the daddy/little aspect I would have really liked it. Colin and Frank were great characters and Hailey was a plus, now Julie on the other hand... lol yeah, it would take me a long time to warm up to her. Christie was a good character and friend to Colin but I needed more of her to get to know her better.
Overall, not a bad story. Unfortunately, as much as I'm curious to read Frank's side I won't be buying the longer version. If only it wasn't a daddy/little story. *sigh*
TAGS
-- Holiday/Christmas -- Daddy/Little -- sweet moments -- loved the MCs... Colin & Frank -- loved Hailey -- wish it wasn't a daddy/little story -- won't be getting the longer version -- quick read -- less than 100 pages
February 13, 2021
Colin and Frank are an established couple that are trying to make a long distance relationship work. Frank decided to move to where his teen daughter and ex-wife went so he wouldn't miss out on watching his daughter grow up. This meant leaving his younger, and little, boyfriend to finish his last year of college. Frank and Colin make it work with plenty of gifts and video call playdates. Finally its Christmas break and Colin is going to spend three weeks with his Daddy. But what will happen when Colin meets the daughter, the ex, and Frank's friends? There is plenty of fun, heart, and a few tears throughout this story. The minor characters are a wonderful addition and kept me engaged in the plot. Bonus points for the title of the book popping up in the story. I love it when an author does that.
February 20, 2021
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Though I didn’t necessarily enjoy the writing style of this story, it was nowhere near a DNF.
Frank and Colin are super sticky sweet, but absolutely not in a sickly “I just can’t take it”way, at least in my opinion.
I adore a good age gap/DaddyKink story and this one delivered. Frank is a super dedicated and supportive Daddy. Colin is precious, loving, funny, intelligent, and driven. Readers will be inspired by the work these two put in to their long distance relationship, it’s quite inspiring.
My biggest complaint for ‘Ginger Kisses’ is that the reader isn’t given any insight into how the Daddy/boy relationship began. Even reading a book about an established couple, I appreciate a bit of background information. The reader learns details about the start of their romantic relationship but not the D/b dynamic.
Though I didn’t necessarily enjoy the writing style of this story, it was nowhere near a DNF.
Frank and Colin are super sticky sweet, but absolutely not in a sickly “I just can’t take it”way, at least in my opinion.
I adore a good age gap/DaddyKink story and this one delivered. Frank is a super dedicated and supportive Daddy. Colin is precious, loving, funny, intelligent, and driven. Readers will be inspired by the work these two put in to their long distance relationship, it’s quite inspiring.
My biggest complaint for ‘Ginger Kisses’ is that the reader isn’t given any insight into how the Daddy/boy relationship began. Even reading a book about an established couple, I appreciate a bit of background information. The reader learns details about the start of their romantic relationship but not the D/b dynamic.
February 17, 2021
Story: 4.5 Stars
This is such a sweet and cuddly Christmassy romance, with some light touches of low angst. Frank and Colin are about the most adorable, affectionate and loving Daddy/boy couple I've read, long-distance or not, I enjoyed how they delight simply being in each other's company.
As the author makes clear, age play with ABDL features prominently here so that shouldn't be a surprise. It's a part of who Colin is and is fully intertwined in his relationship with Frank and in their story. And speaking of stories, hopefully Frank's friends Jeff and Peter will be getting their own as well. I received an advance reading e-copy of this book and have left this honest review voluntarily. (Also read in KU.)
This is such a sweet and cuddly Christmassy romance, with some light touches of low angst. Frank and Colin are about the most adorable, affectionate and loving Daddy/boy couple I've read, long-distance or not, I enjoyed how they delight simply being in each other's company.
As the author makes clear, age play with ABDL features prominently here so that shouldn't be a surprise. It's a part of who Colin is and is fully intertwined in his relationship with Frank and in their story. And speaking of stories, hopefully Frank's friends Jeff and Peter will be getting their own as well. I received an advance reading e-copy of this book and have left this honest review voluntarily. (Also read in KU.)
July 23, 2024
3,5/5 ⭐
Molto carino.
Deve piacere la dinamica Daddy/baby e tutta la questione del regredire a bambino, però l'ho trovato dolce, anche se alcune situazioni sono un po' inverosimili (tipo Frank che può permettersi di viaggiare come vuole incurante del lavoro).
Si nota un po' troppo lo stacco fra la prima e la seconda parte, perché a un certo punto la figura di Hailey, la figlia, un po' scompare, quando nella trama non è più necessaria, ed è un po' un peccato, perché l'autrice poteva descrivere meglio il rapporto fra lei e Colin.
L'epilogo un po' troppo affrettato.
Avrei voluto vederlo il matrimonio, o quantomeno la fantomatica cerimonia che hanno promesso di fare.
Voglio assolutamente un libro su Jeff e Peter e uno su Fitz e il dottore, cavolo
Molto carino.
Deve piacere la dinamica Daddy/baby e tutta la questione del regredire a bambino, però l'ho trovato dolce, anche se alcune situazioni sono un po' inverosimili (tipo Frank che può permettersi di viaggiare come vuole incurante del lavoro).
Si nota un po' troppo lo stacco fra la prima e la seconda parte, perché a un certo punto la figura di Hailey, la figlia, un po' scompare, quando nella trama non è più necessaria, ed è un po' un peccato, perché l'autrice poteva descrivere meglio il rapporto fra lei e Colin.
L'epilogo un po' troppo affrettato.
Avrei voluto vederlo il matrimonio, o quantomeno la fantomatica cerimonia che hanno promesso di fare.
Voglio assolutamente un libro su Jeff e Peter e uno su Fitz e il dottore, cavolo
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