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SOS Hotel #5
SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked
Closed for gremlin extermination...
214 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 9, 2024
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August 21, 2025
I was provided an e-copy of the book by the author in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
✅ Characters
✅ Supernatural Hotel
✅ Vampires, demons, and other creatures
✅ Adam's secret is finally revealed
✅ Fast pace
✅ Entertaining plot
✅ Sass between Reynard and Zee
✅ Reynard making jokes...
✅ MMM smut (at last!)
❗️❗️Trigger warning: murder attempts (again), blood and some gore, decapitation
Yup. That about sums it up.
I don’t even need to write a summary of the book with a quote like that.
Reynard is having trouble with his company, Adam is overthinking, Zee is being amazing, and the trio has to deal with an infestation of vicious gremlins and survive murder attempts.
We finally find out what and who Adam is! I did not see that one coming, although maybe I should have… I am curious about the prophecy he keeps mentioning, and how it will affect him and his relationship with Reynard and Zee. I am glad to finally know what he is, I loved the suspense, but it was also slowly killing me, and I wouldn’t have been able to wait for another book to find out.
Adam is full of contradictions, and I love it! He is kind, sweet, adorable, and appears inoffensive most of the time, but he will not hesitate to destroy anyone who threatens him, his hotel, or his friends. He cannot bring himself to hurt pesky gremlins, but he enjoys killing vampires every once in a while. It makes him a complex and intriguing main character who’s impossible not to like.
There is still sexual tension between Reynard, Zee, and Adam, and we finally get some real MMM smut. It’s nothing over the top, just spicy and hot enough to make us want more of it, without stealing the spotlight from the hilarious characters and crazy plot full of action.
Victor is loosening up in this fifth book, and it is amazing to witness him slowly come out of his shell, and even more slowly being willing to admit that he might have feelings for Zee. I love Adam, but Zee and Reynard stole the show in this book. Daddy Spice and Sexy Spice are the best spicy combo there is.
Zee’s unrelenting humor and the sass between him and Reynard is delightful. Zee reminds me a little bit of Leeland from The Hitman’s Guide at times, he is sassy, thinks very highly of himself, and seems not to take anything seriously, except when it’s time to fuck shit up. His banter with Reynard made me smile so many times while reading this book, and seeing his being speechless every time Reynard would reply to his sass was even funnier.
I can't wait to see what awaits our trio next. Trouble is coming their way (who am I kidding, trouble has been there for 5 books already), and it feels that things at the hotel are getting crazier with each book. I particularly loved the gremlin cleaning crew in this one. I feel that there is a lot of unfinished business, namely with Cain and the vampire court, and I am curious to see how things will play out in the rest of the series. The more problems they solve, the more problems they get, and I am here for this wild ride.
1. SOS Hotel: For a Supernaturally Safe Stay! ⭐⭐⭐⭐
2. SOS Hotel: Friendly Sanctuary for the Fiendishly Fabulous ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
3. SOS Hotel: Sleep With Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
4. SOS Hotel: Great Service from Top to Bottom ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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✅ Characters
✅ Supernatural Hotel
✅ Vampires, demons, and other creatures
✅ Adam's secret is finally revealed
✅ Fast pace
✅ Entertaining plot
✅ Sass between Reynard and Zee
✅ Reynard making jokes...
✅ MMM smut (at last!)
❗️❗️Trigger warning: murder attempts (again), blood and some gore, decapitation
I’d begun the day learning that my vampire lover had left, while also discovering a goo portal in my room, and I didn’t have enough money to stop the gremlins from eating the hotel. And somehow, the day had gotten worse since then.
Yup. That about sums it up.
I don’t even need to write a summary of the book with a quote like that.
Reynard is having trouble with his company, Adam is overthinking, Zee is being amazing, and the trio has to deal with an infestation of vicious gremlins and survive murder attempts.
“Right, so . . . yes. This thing. About me. Erm. So. There’s this thing, about me,” I repeated. “You may have noticed, I’m not exactly a normal human.”
“What?” Zee mock-gasped, both hands going to his mouth, pink nails glittering. “Adam Vex isn’t human? Say it ain’t so! Is my middle name gullible?”
“Would you like me to answer that?” Tom asked, interrupting to make it clear he was listening in too.
We finally find out what and who Adam is! I did not see that one coming, although maybe I should have… I am curious about the prophecy he keeps mentioning, and how it will affect him and his relationship with Reynard and Zee. I am glad to finally know what he is, I loved the suspense, but it was also slowly killing me, and I wouldn’t have been able to wait for another book to find out.
Adam is full of contradictions, and I love it! He is kind, sweet, adorable, and appears inoffensive most of the time, but he will not hesitate to destroy anyone who threatens him, his hotel, or his friends. He cannot bring himself to hurt pesky gremlins, but he enjoys killing vampires every once in a while. It makes him a complex and intriguing main character who’s impossible not to like.
“He got something stuck in his throat? Getting a name from a pixie is about as likely as getting Sebastien to admit he’s a fuckface. Imma get a drink. Fancy Fangs, you want another Bitch?”
“No thank you, I already have one.”
Zee gasped. “Oh my fucking what?! Did you just . . . You did not just call me a bitch?!”
Victor smirked, as though he was a mere seventy percent innocent.
There is still sexual tension between Reynard, Zee, and Adam, and we finally get some real MMM smut. It’s nothing over the top, just spicy and hot enough to make us want more of it, without stealing the spotlight from the hilarious characters and crazy plot full of action.
The red mood lighting highlighted Victor’s sharp fangs.
“Ohh, nice.” Zee grinned. “Just like the red room at Razorsedge.”
“With fewer dildos,” Victor said.
Zee gasped. “Did you just make a dick joke? What is happening?
Victor is loosening up in this fifth book, and it is amazing to witness him slowly come out of his shell, and even more slowly being willing to admit that he might have feelings for Zee. I love Adam, but Zee and Reynard stole the show in this book. Daddy Spice and Sexy Spice are the best spicy combo there is.
“Like the Spice Girls,” Zee said. I had no idea who they were. Perhaps they set fire to things too?
“How so?” Victor asked.
“You’re Daddy Spice, obviously.” Victor’s left eyebrow arched. “I’m Sexy Spice, and Adam is . . .” We waited a while, until Zee shrugged and settled on, “Boring Spice.”
Zee’s unrelenting humor and the sass between him and Reynard is delightful. Zee reminds me a little bit of Leeland from The Hitman’s Guide at times, he is sassy, thinks very highly of himself, and seems not to take anything seriously, except when it’s time to fuck shit up. His banter with Reynard made me smile so many times while reading this book, and seeing his being speechless every time Reynard would reply to his sass was even funnier.
“That’s a whole lot of fuck-no.” Zee recoiled. “All aboard the nope train, we’re leaving this fucking station. Everyone who isn’t a sucker get behind me.”
I can't wait to see what awaits our trio next. Trouble is coming their way (who am I kidding, trouble has been there for 5 books already), and it feels that things at the hotel are getting crazier with each book. I particularly loved the gremlin cleaning crew in this one. I feel that there is a lot of unfinished business, namely with Cain and the vampire court, and I am curious to see how things will play out in the rest of the series. The more problems they solve, the more problems they get, and I am here for this wild ride.
1. SOS Hotel: For a Supernaturally Safe Stay! ⭐⭐⭐⭐
2. SOS Hotel: Friendly Sanctuary for the Fiendishly Fabulous ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
3. SOS Hotel: Sleep With Us ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
4. SOS Hotel: Great Service from Top to Bottom ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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January 21, 2025
I finally know what Adam is!! The moment it was revealed, I was like “ohhhhh that makes a lot of sense.” I feel like I should have figured that out 🥲. Anyway, I think I have another favorite in this series, we finally get some MMM action!! You don’t understand how loud I cheered when Zee and Reynard kissed. I love them so much 😭. Reynard has lost almost everything but at the same time he’s found a new family and his trust issues are getting better while being in this amazinggg trio. Honestly I’m scared to see how the ending comes about, I realllly don’t want anything bad to happen to them. Adam is a good person; he's just been put into bad situations and because of the prophecy he’s had to turn his back on everyone. I just want them to all be ok and happy and continue doing crazy shit 😂.
September 5, 2025
OMG, I'm so exhausted. Can you read yourself to death?
Why does this story get better with every book? How are you supposed to rate that?
My goodness.
Just the back and forth, should I download the next one, or should I take a break? I mean, I don't know how much more my brain can take before it explodes.
But if I take a break now, how long will it take before I can continue reading, because my brain is a stupid, stupid thing.
That's not really a review, I'm beyond words at this point.
I mean, finally the secrets are out of the way and the three of them are talking, and now they're also having sex together and oh, the plot...
Quotes ...
Once upon a time, a boring sunshine twink named Adam Vex, saved a spicy, brilliant demon (me), and together we opened a run-down hotel for Lost Ones.
Shit went south from day one. 🤭🤭🤭
He frowned. “You didn’t go through it?”
I frowned. “Why would I do that?”
“It’s a portal. Why wouldn’t you? They pop up all the time in Demontown.”
“I can think of a hundred reasons why you shouldn’t venture into random, throbbing dark holes.”
“Throbbing dark holes are my forte, babycakes. How you gonna know where it goes if you don’t go into it? Wait here.” 🤣😂🤣
I wiped my hands on a patch of nearby grass. “He kind of had to die though, right? I mean, the murdering had to happen. He’d have warned the vampires we’re on to them.”
“Uh-huh. Yeah. Yup. I just . . . Fuck. I think I just fell in love with you all over again.”
“Aw, that’s sweet.” I picked brain matter from under my nails. 🖤🫠🖤
“You have the warmest, kindest, most amazingly true heart. You will always try and do the right thing. Maybe it doesn’t work out? You eat people? So what. Nobody is perfect. Except me. Obviously.” 🌹🖤🌹
Why does this story get better with every book? How are you supposed to rate that?
My goodness.
Just the back and forth, should I download the next one, or should I take a break? I mean, I don't know how much more my brain can take before it explodes.
But if I take a break now, how long will it take before I can continue reading, because my brain is a stupid, stupid thing.
That's not really a review, I'm beyond words at this point.
I mean, finally the secrets are out of the way and the three of them are talking, and now they're also having sex together and oh, the plot...
Quotes ...
Once upon a time, a boring sunshine twink named Adam Vex, saved a spicy, brilliant demon (me), and together we opened a run-down hotel for Lost Ones.
Shit went south from day one. 🤭🤭🤭
He frowned. “You didn’t go through it?”
I frowned. “Why would I do that?”
“It’s a portal. Why wouldn’t you? They pop up all the time in Demontown.”
“I can think of a hundred reasons why you shouldn’t venture into random, throbbing dark holes.”
“Throbbing dark holes are my forte, babycakes. How you gonna know where it goes if you don’t go into it? Wait here.” 🤣😂🤣
I wiped my hands on a patch of nearby grass. “He kind of had to die though, right? I mean, the murdering had to happen. He’d have warned the vampires we’re on to them.”
“Uh-huh. Yeah. Yup. I just . . . Fuck. I think I just fell in love with you all over again.”
“Aw, that’s sweet.” I picked brain matter from under my nails. 🖤🫠🖤
“You have the warmest, kindest, most amazingly true heart. You will always try and do the right thing. Maybe it doesn’t work out? You eat people? So what. Nobody is perfect. Except me. Obviously.” 🌹🖤🌹
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April 22, 2025OUT IN SEXY AUDIO TODAY!
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Read by the brilliant Michael Lesley...
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May 21, 2025
Finally, the secret is out 🐉
I’m really happy I’m taking my time with this series, waiting for the audios. I know, Michael Lesley can be a bit much with his 1000 voices, only increasing the already OTT plot, but I’m here for the ride.
This time, we have Adam Vex, the (not) boring human, dealing with a gremlin infestation of his hotel, only to discover there’s suddenly a portal in his bedroom, that leads up to… well, no major spoilers here, but our beloved Z might or might not have come back covered in lube after a foray 🤷♀️
And Victor… well, first they need to save Victor (again). And the family of the little murder pixie they rescued. And a bunch of Lost Ones. All that while staying under the radar.
It’s incredibly entertaining, it made me laugh out loudly more than once. And on top of everything, their relationship finally evolves to mmm, without entirely changing the dynamics between them.
Can’t wait for the next audio!
I’m really happy I’m taking my time with this series, waiting for the audios. I know, Michael Lesley can be a bit much with his 1000 voices, only increasing the already OTT plot, but I’m here for the ride.
This time, we have Adam Vex, the (not) boring human, dealing with a gremlin infestation of his hotel, only to discover there’s suddenly a portal in his bedroom, that leads up to… well, no major spoilers here, but our beloved Z might or might not have come back covered in lube after a foray 🤷♀️
And Victor… well, first they need to save Victor (again). And the family of the little murder pixie they rescued. And a bunch of Lost Ones. All that while staying under the radar.
It’s incredibly entertaining, it made me laugh out loudly more than once. And on top of everything, their relationship finally evolves to mmm, without entirely changing the dynamics between them.
Can’t wait for the next audio!
April 25, 2025
Not my favorite of the series, but it was still fun regardless
January 16, 2025
5.0 perfect stars ...
My favorite so far ...
and that's sayin' a LOT!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"It’s just been there, my whole life, chasing me. It’s why I’m hiding in this hotel, why I cursed myself in this glamor, and why I’m trying real hard to be nobody. Because if anyone finds out, then they will come. Bounty hunters, religious crazies, trophy hunters, sorcerers. You have no idea the things I’ve done. And I’m sorry, Zee, I really am. I wish I wasn’t the failure everyone thinks I am. I’m sorry this changes everything. It puts you and Victor in danger—it’s why he left. It puts this hotel in danger. I never wanted that, or any of it. I just want us.”
Zee’s smirk grew. “You know, you could be the world’s most viciously fucked-up, mass-murdering psychopath, and I’d still want to spend every second of every day with you. I fucking love you more than I love myself, Kitten. And everyone knows, I love me a lot. I will always stand with you,” he whispered. “For better, for worse, prophecy or fate. I don’t care about any of that, I care only about you. And maybe Victor. Whatever. Bring it in, Fancy Pants.”
My favorite so far ...
and that's sayin' a LOT!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"It’s just been there, my whole life, chasing me. It’s why I’m hiding in this hotel, why I cursed myself in this glamor, and why I’m trying real hard to be nobody. Because if anyone finds out, then they will come. Bounty hunters, religious crazies, trophy hunters, sorcerers. You have no idea the things I’ve done. And I’m sorry, Zee, I really am. I wish I wasn’t the failure everyone thinks I am. I’m sorry this changes everything. It puts you and Victor in danger—it’s why he left. It puts this hotel in danger. I never wanted that, or any of it. I just want us.”
Zee’s smirk grew. “You know, you could be the world’s most viciously fucked-up, mass-murdering psychopath, and I’d still want to spend every second of every day with you. I fucking love you more than I love myself, Kitten. And everyone knows, I love me a lot. I will always stand with you,” he whispered. “For better, for worse, prophecy or fate. I don’t care about any of that, I care only about you. And maybe Victor. Whatever. Bring it in, Fancy Pants.”
September 12, 2024
The gremlin problem has reached a peak so it's time to deal with the problem. However, hiring an exterminator is out of the budget so Adam, Zee and Victor will have to come up with a solution. Luckily the SOS Hotel now has a resident pixie, and pixies are supposed to be experts at corralling gremlins.
Little Jimmy agrees to take on the job as long as Adam recues his family. His family that has been captured by the vampires, the ones that want Adam dead.
Just another day in the job for SOS Hotel management.
August 26, 2024
“Who could have seen that coming ?! Not the sex demon who only thinks with his dick”.
Ha sido un tomo de transición por eso siento que ha sido el más flojo de todos. Eso sí las risas no han faltado y me ha alegrado como siempre. Siento que es esta entrega ha sido el principio del final.
Qué ganas, pero al mismo tiempo quiero más aventuras de ellos o de este mundo.
Ha sido un tomo de transición por eso siento que ha sido el más flojo de todos. Eso sí las risas no han faltado y me ha alegrado como siempre. Siento que es esta entrega ha sido el principio del final.
Qué ganas, pero al mismo tiempo quiero más aventuras de ellos o de este mundo.
July 26, 2024
I just love Adam Vex....
The way more and more is slowly revealed with each book has really grabbed my attention and has been a really good way of building suspense, and I can't wait to see the outcome of the overarching plot now.
I did not predict what Adam is, and I'm so happy that we finally find out, but yeah, even after thinking of paranormal species I did not see that coming! Very interested to see what happens with the curse and the glamour...
Zee was OTT as ever, and Vampire Daddy finally seems to be finding his place in their relationship - loved the scene between the three of them FINALLY!
I'd also like to get my own vicious Pixie and band of murder/maintenance gremlins because they were so efficient in their clean up and I'm so over doing housework 😂😂 Disney promised me woodland animals and household objects that would take care of all that!!
Can't wait for the next book to see what happens now that Zee and Daddy know who and what Adam is!
*****
I received an ARC of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review
The way more and more is slowly revealed with each book has really grabbed my attention and has been a really good way of building suspense, and I can't wait to see the outcome of the overarching plot now.
I did not predict what Adam is, and I'm so happy that we finally find out, but yeah, even after thinking of paranormal species I did not see that coming! Very interested to see what happens with the curse and the glamour...
Zee was OTT as ever, and Vampire Daddy finally seems to be finding his place in their relationship - loved the scene between the three of them FINALLY!
I'd also like to get my own vicious Pixie and band of murder/maintenance gremlins because they were so efficient in their clean up and I'm so over doing housework 😂😂 Disney promised me woodland animals and household objects that would take care of all that!!
Can't wait for the next book to see what happens now that Zee and Daddy know who and what Adam is!
*****
I received an ARC of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review
January 16, 2025
OMG!! 😆
Words can’t describe how much I love this book and love this series! This is literal comic gold sprinkled on top of an awesome supernatural fantasy adventure! There’s nothing I don’t love about this book! 👏😂👏 five stars!
Words can’t describe how much I love this book and love this series! This is literal comic gold sprinkled on top of an awesome supernatural fantasy adventure! There’s nothing I don’t love about this book! 👏😂👏 five stars!
August 7, 2024
"We were a mess, hadn't slept in almost a whole day, smelled of blood and smoke, and were coming off a high of Tom's cocktails, but somehow all of that made this even more perfect. Even more us."
O-M-G!!! This book slams our MCs right out of the gate into a bucket of trouble! But I know what you've all been waiting for like me and YES the secret is OUT!!!! 🤐🤐🤐
Adam as a person is such a study in contradictions. He presents as a man with good morals, like when he couldn't leave the animals behind to be baked into pies. But then he has brief moments where his morals are nowhere to be found. He's fascinating.
We get some more MMM action!! I feel like we saw Reynard start to come out of his shell a bit. He really is very sweet. The three of them together are such a mess, but they are so fierce when it comes to protecting one another. I'm truly enjoying the wild journey as this trios dynamic evolves. The SOS Hotel is a fantasticly addictive series that will have you laughing and gasping as you hold on for the ride!!
O-M-G!!! This book slams our MCs right out of the gate into a bucket of trouble! But I know what you've all been waiting for like me and YES the secret is OUT!!!! 🤐🤐🤐
Adam as a person is such a study in contradictions. He presents as a man with good morals, like when he couldn't leave the animals behind to be baked into pies. But then he has brief moments where his morals are nowhere to be found. He's fascinating.
We get some more MMM action!! I feel like we saw Reynard start to come out of his shell a bit. He really is very sweet. The three of them together are such a mess, but they are so fierce when it comes to protecting one another. I'm truly enjoying the wild journey as this trios dynamic evolves. The SOS Hotel is a fantasticly addictive series that will have you laughing and gasping as you hold on for the ride!!
December 2, 2024
"Seconds ticked by . . . The kiss went on . . . Zee’s tail flicked. Victor rocked with the motion of their embrace. Erm. Maybe they should get a room? I shouldn’t watch, but also couldn’t look away. Zee and Victor, tongue-wrestling, hand-grabbing. There was even some hip action going on. Mercy, they were spicy hot."
Okay, so in SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked Ariana Nash finally gives us the scene we've all been waiting for between not-so-human-and-they-totally-know-it Adam, Fancy Fang Daddy and the ever overly-fantabulous demon Zee, and it was absolutely worth the wait!
In other business, the SOS Hotel has a gremlin problem - and it's seriously hilarious!
5 stars
Okay, so in SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked Ariana Nash finally gives us the scene we've all been waiting for between not-so-human-and-they-totally-know-it Adam, Fancy Fang Daddy and the ever overly-fantabulous demon Zee, and it was absolutely worth the wait!
In other business, the SOS Hotel has a gremlin problem - and it's seriously hilarious!
5 stars
August 24, 2024
This series is awesome *sigh* In this book we finally find out Adam’s secret (even though my sneaking suspicions from the last book as to what exactly Adam is were confirmed, so the surprise wasn’t as great), we have more throuple-action 🤤, we have a huge gremlin problem (omg these guys as maintenance is a strike of genius) and we obviously have more trouble, craziness, shenanigans, banter, epic fights and epic feels.
It is a bit repetitive if you read the books back to back like I did, but I somehow don’t mind because I just love these characters so much. I’m excited to see how this series will conclude in the last two instalments when they’re out!
It is a bit repetitive if you read the books back to back like I did, but I somehow don’t mind because I just love these characters so much. I’m excited to see how this series will conclude in the last two instalments when they’re out!
August 16, 2024
All of this is kind of repetitive, not going to lie about that.
Adam, Daddy Fancy Fangs and Zee are constantly rescuing and being betrayed in the process. The usual, you know.
Not that it's not fun. It is. Very much so.
And I'm thrilled that we finally know what Adam is and, more importantly, that we got a taste of the throuple.
So, all in all, it was pretty great.
Adam, Daddy Fancy Fangs and Zee are constantly rescuing and being betrayed in the process. The usual, you know.
Not that it's not fun. It is. Very much so.
And I'm thrilled that we finally know what Adam is and, more importantly, that we got a taste of the throuple.
So, all in all, it was pretty great.
July 28, 2024
"Is my name in there?" Zee asked.
"Yes."
"I bet I'm under B for Best Demon, right?"
"I suspect you're more likely listed under I for Irritating Distraction."
"Oh." Zee fluttered his lashes. "I see how it is. Daddy Vampire is getting his sass on."
What I adore about these books is...basically everything. Witty, charming Sex Demon with hidden insecurity and a growing confusion about why he finds everything a certain vampire does hot. Human-not-human who has finally revealed what he is, and whose heart is always in the right (wrong...?) place. Daddy Fancy-Pants and his austere self that can't help cracking smiles while Zodiac is around.
I particularly enjoyed the second half of this instalment - although I'm still wondering what Adam could have meant by - and THAT scene where we finally got what we ALL wanted.
I need more SOS Hotel.
Please.
Keep them coming!
(pun intended)
"Yes."
"I bet I'm under B for Best Demon, right?"
"I suspect you're more likely listed under I for Irritating Distraction."
"Oh." Zee fluttered his lashes. "I see how it is. Daddy Vampire is getting his sass on."
What I adore about these books is...basically everything. Witty, charming Sex Demon with hidden insecurity and a growing confusion about why he finds everything a certain vampire does hot. Human-not-human who has finally revealed what he is, and whose heart is always in the right (wrong...?) place. Daddy Fancy-Pants and his austere self that can't help cracking smiles while Zodiac is around.
I particularly enjoyed the second half of this instalment - although I'm still wondering what Adam could have meant by - and THAT scene where we finally got what we ALL wanted.
I need more SOS Hotel.
Please.
Keep them coming!
(pun intended)
July 28, 2024
Another wild adventure with Adam, Victor, and Zee.
We finally get some answers, which of course lead to more questions, but I just love how this series is slowly unveiling things. Part of the fun is thinking about things and creating your own theories and I've got a few now.
For the romance side of things, there's some emotional moments and a few steps forward in the Victor and Zee side of things, which I loved.
It's all the small details and interactions that are going to be important, I think. Adam is just such a fascinating character!
We finally get some answers, which of course lead to more questions, but I just love how this series is slowly unveiling things. Part of the fun is thinking about things and creating your own theories and I've got a few now.
For the romance side of things, there's some emotional moments and a few steps forward in the Victor and Zee side of things, which I loved.
It's all the small details and interactions that are going to be important, I think. Adam is just such a fascinating character!
January 2, 2025
The first 80% of this was honestly so boring I almost DNF’d a handful of times. Of course the last 20% has me mildly interested in the next book 🫠
January 12, 2025
Rating 5/5⭐️
These books are so good. I'm bingeing them at a terrifying speed. We finally find out what Adam is! But there is still the mystery of the prophesy to unravel.
Little Jimmy is a great addition and I can’t wait to read more of the trios hijinks.
These books are so good. I'm bingeing them at a terrifying speed. We finally find out what Adam is! But there is still the mystery of the prophesy to unravel.
Little Jimmy is a great addition and I can’t wait to read more of the trios hijinks.
August 12, 2024
4.5 stars
We finally learned some very interesting information about our very boring human, Adam Vex. Turns out he is not all that boring. Who woulda guessed?!
As always, Adam is out to protect those creatures that most people ignore. And we get to spend some more time with little Jimmy in this book.
The spicy scenes here were great! And the super cute scenes between Zee and Reynard. Zee didn't know what hit him! LOL. Honestly, the nicknames for Vampire Daddy are hilarious and always on point. I really enjoy this series and can't wait for the next installment.
I received an ARC of this book from GRR and this is my honest opinion.
We finally learned some very interesting information about our very boring human, Adam Vex. Turns out he is not all that boring. Who woulda guessed?!
As always, Adam is out to protect those creatures that most people ignore. And we get to spend some more time with little Jimmy in this book.
The spicy scenes here were great! And the super cute scenes between Zee and Reynard. Zee didn't know what hit him! LOL. Honestly, the nicknames for Vampire Daddy are hilarious and always on point. I really enjoy this series and can't wait for the next installment.
I received an ARC of this book from GRR and this is my honest opinion.
July 29, 2024
"It’s me. Hi. I’m the problem. It’s me.”
Okay. Okay. So I was wrong about what Adam was. Am I surprised I was wrong? No.
But I am surprised at what he turned out to be. More on this later.
THE HOTEL SO FAR…
BY ZEE
Once upon a time, a boring sunshine twink named Adam Vex, saved a spicy, brilliant demon (me), and together we opened a run-down hotel for Lost Ones.
Shit went south from day one.
Following the same format of zany/spicy/sweet as hell, Nash gives us exactly what we need and expect from this 5th series installment. This time, the subplot of Enemies continue to stack up, and I have to wonder how we'll ever reach some kind of peace for the SOS Hotel! Not to mention dealing with the gremlin problem...
His hair had been glued to his face, his wings dripped blobby bits, and his wet net-vest clung to his chest.
He peered through narrow, sticky eyelashes. “I have been lubed.”
Things that haven't changed for this whole series:
1. I love Zee. I love Zee with my whole being.
2. I'm still a little sketchy on Reynard.
I mean, Reynard I know it was for "altruistic reasons" but I'm OVER IT. Just get with the SOS Hotel program already, Vampire Daddy! I did adore that Adam and Zee no longer need to doubt things - they are solid as fuck and I am so here for it!
"You eat people? So what. Nobody is perfect."
I hate that I have to say this - but Adam's true identity feels totally random to me! I admitted in my pre-read that I wasn't paying too close of attention to any cues or clues we might've received in favor of being along for the ride, but I got zero vibes for his true self. I'm not against it by any means, but as of right now, I'm scratching my head a bit on why his identity is such a big deal.
Victor raised his free left hand—the right I still had hold of—and stroked a finger along Zee’s jaw. “Understand?”
The spice gets better and better in this series - my notes on this highlight were literally 'Huh, so Victor really is a daddy'. <3 I think these guys are a strong, solid unit as we leave book 5 and enter what I hope to be the start(?) of the endgame in book 6!
I was given an ARC of this story but the review is allllll my own <3
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Pre-read
I have a shiny ARC loaded and ready to start <3 But first I need to drop my theories on what Adam is! Now, I admit I haven't been paying too close attention to any possibly hints he may have given in the previous books - I was more going with the flow of the series, trusting that we'd get a big reveal eventually, and also not trusting Ariana Nash not to fuck with us over this big secret anyways because they are a puppet master of heart strings and angst, despite what this deceptively 'light hearted' series claims ;)
I'm going to guess God that was such a vanilla guess.... we'll see!
December 18, 2024
Soooo funny and that ending 🤣 I’m in tears from laughter.
I’m glad we know what Adam is now (I called it!!) and this prophecy… I bet it just doesn’t need to be taken literally you know? Prophecies are always metaphorical.
I’m glad we know what Adam is now (I called it!!) and this prophecy… I bet it just doesn’t need to be taken literally you know? Prophecies are always metaphorical.
August 4, 2024
“Everything is absolutely fine”
The word fine appears 53 times, but rest assured they are everything but 😀 The level of action funny is like a mix of MI meet Scooby-Doo 😂
There’s no rest for the wicked indeed🖤💜💛
👱🏻♂️Ready?” I clutched the door handle.
😈“Born ready,” Zee echoed.
🧛Victor tensed. “I am prepared.”
And the major plot twist no one saw coming, absolutely no fuckin one :
“What?”
“That’s the first time you’ve admitted to being a Lost One, like us,” Zee said.
Was it? I leaned back in the chair. “Oh, I just . . . Yeah. I’m not really human at all.”
“What? Pfft. Had me fooled. I had no fucking idea.”
Yeah a total wow moment 😅😅😅😅😅
Can’t get enough of these crazy lost ones and cant wait for more, because the plot shenanigans are getting so thick it’s hard to move!
PS: Also 🥵🥵🥵🥵 JFC hot!
I received an EArc from the totally human Adam Vex himself and this is my honest opinion 🫶
The word fine appears 53 times, but rest assured they are everything but 😀 The level of action funny is like a mix of MI meet Scooby-Doo 😂
There’s no rest for the wicked indeed🖤💜💛
👱🏻♂️Ready?” I clutched the door handle.
😈“Born ready,” Zee echoed.
🧛Victor tensed. “I am prepared.”
And the major plot twist no one saw coming, absolutely no fuckin one :
“What?”
“That’s the first time you’ve admitted to being a Lost One, like us,” Zee said.
Was it? I leaned back in the chair. “Oh, I just . . . Yeah. I’m not really human at all.”
“What? Pfft. Had me fooled. I had no fucking idea.”
Yeah a total wow moment 😅😅😅😅😅
Can’t get enough of these crazy lost ones and cant wait for more, because the plot shenanigans are getting so thick it’s hard to move!
PS: Also 🥵🥵🥵🥵 JFC hot!
I received an EArc from the totally human Adam Vex himself and this is my honest opinion 🫶
August 11, 2024
This latest installment was satisfying in a lot of ways, as elements of the plot that we'd gotten only teasers for start to come together.
I have to admit, I was caught slightly off-guard at first, and was wondering what the heck happened - I can't say more without spoiling things - but we aren't left wondering long.
I really love how the relationship between Adam, Zee, and Reynard is unfurling; no insta love for these characters, oh no!
As much as I'm enjoying the series, however, I wonder how many twists and turns are left. Adam's secrets are unfurling at a breakneck pace now, and I can't wait to see what happens next!
I have to admit, I was caught slightly off-guard at first, and was wondering what the heck happened - I can't say more without spoiling things - but we aren't left wondering long.
I really love how the relationship between Adam, Zee, and Reynard is unfurling; no insta love for these characters, oh no!
As much as I'm enjoying the series, however, I wonder how many twists and turns are left. Adam's secrets are unfurling at a breakneck pace now, and I can't wait to see what happens next!
August 10, 2024
The truth of Adam Vex is out, and I am so glad everyone is finally on the same page. These three are so oddly matched, but I love them. Zee is as radiant as ever, Reynard as brave and quietly sexy, and Adam, well he's not human, but he is resilient, and noble, and frequently funny. This installment moved both the central relationships and the overriding plot forward, and as always, I'm eager for more.
February 1, 2025
4.5 star series. A true series, where the storyline builds and information is doled out slowly over multiple books, by book 4/5 there are plenty of big secrets still being kept. Follows the same three characters throughout, must be read in order and cannot stand alone. Recommend reading them close together as there are quite a few friends, co-workers, allies and villains. Each book is a manageable 170-210 pages, so don’t let the 8-book series deter you.
Poly, slow burn MMM. There is a lusty daemon in the mix and we get some smut early on, but the relationship and romance is super slow to build. Good amount of pining and inner thoughts, some sweet gestures and thawing, but be prepared to wait for the feelings to develop, it take a while and even then, the romance isn’t very romantic or traditional. While that’s simmering, we have a cheeky story of some paranormal folks just trying to live normal lives with everything getting in the way.
Doesn’t take itself too seriously. The conversations and Adams inner thoughts are spectacular. The trouble have the perfect balance of personalities to create a fun and memorable story. Adam has a charming, vulnerable likability that is offset by a tremendously fabulous demon lover and a poised proper vampire love interest.
The adventures, quests and misadventures are fun, interesting and engaging. I binged the whole series back to back, which is a testament to how well written and how enjoyable the overall world is. I would typically give 4.25 stars as the romance was not as sweet and romantic as I would have personally liked, but the imagination, banter and silliness rates a 4.5.
Paranormal, vampire, demon, human-ish, MMM, poly, throne, hotel management, HEA.
Poly, slow burn MMM. There is a lusty daemon in the mix and we get some smut early on, but the relationship and romance is super slow to build. Good amount of pining and inner thoughts, some sweet gestures and thawing, but be prepared to wait for the feelings to develop, it take a while and even then, the romance isn’t very romantic or traditional. While that’s simmering, we have a cheeky story of some paranormal folks just trying to live normal lives with everything getting in the way.
Doesn’t take itself too seriously. The conversations and Adams inner thoughts are spectacular. The trouble have the perfect balance of personalities to create a fun and memorable story. Adam has a charming, vulnerable likability that is offset by a tremendously fabulous demon lover and a poised proper vampire love interest.
The adventures, quests and misadventures are fun, interesting and engaging. I binged the whole series back to back, which is a testament to how well written and how enjoyable the overall world is. I would typically give 4.25 stars as the romance was not as sweet and romantic as I would have personally liked, but the imagination, banter and silliness rates a 4.5.
Paranormal, vampire, demon, human-ish, MMM, poly, throne, hotel management, HEA.
July 30, 2024
I was given an arc of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review.
“I care for you Adam, in ways I’ve not cared for anyone in centuries.”
Things are finally happening! We finally find out what Adam truly are, and let me tell you I had no idea it was going to be THAT! Victor and Zee finally seems to accept that they got feelings for each other! And Adam finally opens up about the prophecy!
“You don’t belong here, you belong with us, blah blah. Don’t leave. Emotional shit.” He folded his arms, and added one more dry, “Blah.” Reynard almost smiled.
“Your compassion is sincerely heartwarming, demon.” Zee showed him his middle finger. They were so into each other.
For each book we get to know the characters more and after this book I feel like there isn’t much left before all the secrets are revealed. Still I can’t wait to find out more about Adam’s past and the curse.
“How could all this make anyone grumpy?” He swept his hands down himself as we ambled toward the car. “I am a fucking ray of sunshine.”
“He’s allergic to sunlight.”
“Oh. Fuck. I forgot.”
This book was definitely better than the last one because now I really feel like the plot is progressing. You can feel things building up and getting reviled/resolved in preparation for the end.
We also (finally!) get some MMM smut!
“He messed up the carpet by dying on it? Although, we think Gideon left him there, so . . . not his fault, I guess.”
His hair had been glued to his face, his wings dripped blobby bits, and his wet net-vest clung to his chest. He peered through narrow, sticky eyelashes. “I have been lubed.”
“I care for you Adam, in ways I’ve not cared for anyone in centuries.”
Things are finally happening! We finally find out what Adam truly are, and let me tell you I had no idea it was going to be THAT! Victor and Zee finally seems to accept that they got feelings for each other! And Adam finally opens up about the prophecy!
“You don’t belong here, you belong with us, blah blah. Don’t leave. Emotional shit.” He folded his arms, and added one more dry, “Blah.” Reynard almost smiled.
“Your compassion is sincerely heartwarming, demon.” Zee showed him his middle finger. They were so into each other.
For each book we get to know the characters more and after this book I feel like there isn’t much left before all the secrets are revealed. Still I can’t wait to find out more about Adam’s past and the curse.
“How could all this make anyone grumpy?” He swept his hands down himself as we ambled toward the car. “I am a fucking ray of sunshine.”
“He’s allergic to sunlight.”
“Oh. Fuck. I forgot.”
This book was definitely better than the last one because now I really feel like the plot is progressing. You can feel things building up and getting reviled/resolved in preparation for the end.
We also (finally!) get some MMM smut!
“He messed up the carpet by dying on it? Although, we think Gideon left him there, so . . . not his fault, I guess.”
His hair had been glued to his face, his wings dripped blobby bits, and his wet net-vest clung to his chest. He peered through narrow, sticky eyelashes. “I have been lubed.”
August 9, 2024
4.5 ⭐
In SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked, the fifth book in the series, the suspense continues to build as more of the overarching plot is gradually revealed. While you can’t read this one as a standalone, if you’ve been following the series, it’s definitely worth picking up.
The characters remain a highlight. Zee is as lovable as ever, while Lord Fancy Fangs starts to come into his own. And I love the three of them together and how their bond is growing. The mix of zany, spicy, and sweet moments that define the series is still going strong here.
One of the major plot points in this instalment is the revelation of Adam's true identity and the prophecy surrounding him. Even though I predicted Adam’s true nature, it didn’t take away from the excitement of the reveal. However, the book doesn’t focus entirely on this; there are plenty of other developments that keep the plot moving forward.
The romance also takes a big step forward, with Victor and Zee finally acknowledging their feelings for each other, and it’s the most adorable thing ever. Despite their struggles with communication—understandable given their pasts and difficulty trusting others—it's touching to see how they stand by Adam’s side and support one another. By the end of this book, the main trio feels more solid than ever, and I’m excited to see how their relationship will evolve in the next one.
Overall, SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked feels like a step forward for the series, with the plot gaining momentum and things starting to come together. It’s fun and filled with humour, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers engaged.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my unbiased review.
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CW: murder attempts, blood, some gore, decapitation
In SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked, the fifth book in the series, the suspense continues to build as more of the overarching plot is gradually revealed. While you can’t read this one as a standalone, if you’ve been following the series, it’s definitely worth picking up.
The characters remain a highlight. Zee is as lovable as ever, while Lord Fancy Fangs starts to come into his own. And I love the three of them together and how their bond is growing. The mix of zany, spicy, and sweet moments that define the series is still going strong here.
One of the major plot points in this instalment is the revelation of Adam's true identity and the prophecy surrounding him. Even though I predicted Adam’s true nature, it didn’t take away from the excitement of the reveal. However, the book doesn’t focus entirely on this; there are plenty of other developments that keep the plot moving forward.
The romance also takes a big step forward, with Victor and Zee finally acknowledging their feelings for each other, and it’s the most adorable thing ever. Despite their struggles with communication—understandable given their pasts and difficulty trusting others—it's touching to see how they stand by Adam’s side and support one another. By the end of this book, the main trio feels more solid than ever, and I’m excited to see how their relationship will evolve in the next one.
Overall, SOS Hotel: No Rest for the Wicked feels like a step forward for the series, with the plot gaining momentum and things starting to come together. It’s fun and filled with humour, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers engaged.
I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my unbiased review.
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CW: murder attempts, blood, some gore, decapitation
August 1, 2024
Every time I read one of these books I’m genuinely baffled at how ridiculously funny they are. Like how did Ariana go from her usual dark n sad goodness to this??
Zee might be the funniest character I have ever come across, I am forever cackling at his antics and his general ‘Zee-ness’. And if you’ve read my earlier reviews then you’ve probably gathered that I just absolutely adore Adam, he really is just such a gem.
I am extremely glad we finally got his truth in this one, I know a lot of people were (rightly) guessing what he was but I didn’t have a clue so it was a fun surprise.
Daddy Fancy Pants is, as always, a huge drama queen but we love that sexy man so we’ll forgive his past tantrums I guess. Plus he finallyyyyy got over himself so he can have extra points for that too.
All in all this series may actually be my favourite of all time and I might actually die waiting for the next one (hehe not joking someone pls check on me in a couple weeks thanks)
Zee might be the funniest character I have ever come across, I am forever cackling at his antics and his general ‘Zee-ness’. And if you’ve read my earlier reviews then you’ve probably gathered that I just absolutely adore Adam, he really is just such a gem.
I am extremely glad we finally got his truth in this one, I know a lot of people were (rightly) guessing what he was but I didn’t have a clue so it was a fun surprise.
Daddy Fancy Pants is, as always, a huge drama queen but we love that sexy man so we’ll forgive his past tantrums I guess. Plus he finallyyyyy got over himself so he can have extra points for that too.
All in all this series may actually be my favourite of all time and I might actually die waiting for the next one (hehe not joking someone pls check on me in a couple weeks thanks)
August 10, 2024
It is the fifth book in 'the amazing journey of the fabulous Zee'!
Wait, that's not right.
This is Adams story. But Zee and Reynard are Very Important Persons in this story as well.
If you haven't read the other books in this series yet, I'm not sure what you're waiting for. Yes, the series is still being written, but Nash is on a roll and I think we will get the last two books very soon. Which will make me cry, as I don't want this series to end. But still, these books are amazing and this one in particular is great as well.
Did you also have suspicious Adam is not 100% human? Pfft, such nonsense. He looks all sweet and innocent, surely he is who he claims to be! That said, there are some MAJOR revelations in this book.
There are also more crazy shenanigans, including trying to keep the hotel gremlin free, saving someones family and of course, Zee has to save the day again by beheading someone. Reynard also has some very important decisions to make and it looks like the Reyzee fandom is finally getting some real action as well. Of course, it wouldn't be complete without old enemies making their presence known again, resulting in Adam showing off (just a little bit).
The book ends with a minor cliffhanger, but all will be well. At least, I hope so. Anyway, please read this series as it has some very funny, witty, sweet characters, with lots of crazy action, spicy times, heartfelt moments, supernatural prowess and more. Much more!
p.s. Zee, I'm still waiting for those cookies!
Wait, that's not right.
This is Adams story. But Zee and Reynard are Very Important Persons in this story as well.
If you haven't read the other books in this series yet, I'm not sure what you're waiting for. Yes, the series is still being written, but Nash is on a roll and I think we will get the last two books very soon. Which will make me cry, as I don't want this series to end. But still, these books are amazing and this one in particular is great as well.
Did you also have suspicious Adam is not 100% human? Pfft, such nonsense. He looks all sweet and innocent, surely he is who he claims to be! That said, there are some MAJOR revelations in this book.
There are also more crazy shenanigans, including trying to keep the hotel gremlin free, saving someones family and of course, Zee has to save the day again by beheading someone. Reynard also has some very important decisions to make and it looks like the Reyzee fandom is finally getting some real action as well. Of course, it wouldn't be complete without old enemies making their presence known again, resulting in Adam showing off (just a little bit).
The book ends with a minor cliffhanger, but all will be well. At least, I hope so. Anyway, please read this series as it has some very funny, witty, sweet characters, with lots of crazy action, spicy times, heartfelt moments, supernatural prowess and more. Much more!
p.s. Zee, I'm still waiting for those cookies!
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