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Rake and DJ aren’t looking for a third when they meet Shaun, but after one scene together, they can’t stop thinking about the vulnerable sub. They want to see more of Shaun, but his obnoxious, uncaring Dom stands in their way.
When Shaun unexpectedly turns up at their front door, bruised and battered and in need of a refuge, he confesses a secret that will change all of their lives:
Vampires are real, and Shaun is one of them.
Refusing to give up on Shaun despite his inhuman nature, Rake and DJ are dragged into the vampire’s world, caught between Shaun and the vampire who created him.
But what can a quiet Dom and his insecure, sunshiny boyfriend do against a nightmarish monster?
With the help of their friends, they hatch a plan to free Shaun, putting their lives on the line.
But if they survive the fight, is it even possible to have a happily ever after when the third in your relationship is a vampire?
Inhuman Nature is an MMM paranormal romance with an established couple, the vampire third they never expected, and laughs as well as action. Set in Brighton, England, Inhuman Nature features a diverse cast and a sweet love story against a dark and kinky background.
When Shaun unexpectedly turns up at their front door, bruised and battered and in need of a refuge, he confesses a secret that will change all of their lives:
Vampires are real, and Shaun is one of them.
Refusing to give up on Shaun despite his inhuman nature, Rake and DJ are dragged into the vampire’s world, caught between Shaun and the vampire who created him.
But what can a quiet Dom and his insecure, sunshiny boyfriend do against a nightmarish monster?
With the help of their friends, they hatch a plan to free Shaun, putting their lives on the line.
But if they survive the fight, is it even possible to have a happily ever after when the third in your relationship is a vampire?
Inhuman Nature is an MMM paranormal romance with an established couple, the vampire third they never expected, and laughs as well as action. Set in Brighton, England, Inhuman Nature features a diverse cast and a sweet love story against a dark and kinky background.
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Published September 3, 2025
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August 16, 2025
I love these characters! Rake, DJ, and Shaun were three delicious men I am so glad I got to know! I want to give each of them a hug but also maybe make out with them a 'lil.
Marra was able to craft such a fun story. Full of romance, spice, action and adventure - what else could you want from a BDSM, MMM, Vampire romance? Because this book has it all. You'll laugh, cry, swoon, be horny, and feel all the loooooove. (And theres a lot of love bc there's three of them!)
I loved how Marra was able to create this vampire world but not make the rules of it too complex that it became a full fantasy story. You got hints to the old world of vampires with some modern twilight jokes that really took me back! The plot gave me everything I needed.
My favorite part? Googling all the BDSM bits because I have no clue about that life. Boy, I learned a lot.
Congrats on your debut Marra Moore! Now hurry up and write that second book because I need more Kit!
I was provided a free copy of this book in exchange for a review
Marra was able to craft such a fun story. Full of romance, spice, action and adventure - what else could you want from a BDSM, MMM, Vampire romance? Because this book has it all. You'll laugh, cry, swoon, be horny, and feel all the loooooove. (And theres a lot of love bc there's three of them!)
I loved how Marra was able to create this vampire world but not make the rules of it too complex that it became a full fantasy story. You got hints to the old world of vampires with some modern twilight jokes that really took me back! The plot gave me everything I needed.
My favorite part? Googling all the BDSM bits because I have no clue about that life. Boy, I learned a lot.
Congrats on your debut Marra Moore! Now hurry up and write that second book because I need more Kit!
I was provided a free copy of this book in exchange for a review
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August 24, 2025DNF @ 22%
The premise of this had me really intrigued and I think the cover's gorgeous, so I was excited when I got an ARC from the author.
Sadly, I didn’t really feel much chemistry between the mcs. The two smut scenes I read made me anxious more than anything because all I could think about was Shaun's incredibly abusive partner watching/finding out. Rake also seemed pretty judgmental for a kinkster in a bdsm club when he doesn't have the same info the reader does.
Maybe I read this at the wrong time but I don't think this one is for me, so I'm bowing out.
The premise of this had me really intrigued and I think the cover's gorgeous, so I was excited when I got an ARC from the author.
Sadly, I didn’t really feel much chemistry between the mcs. The two smut scenes I read made me anxious more than anything because all I could think about was Shaun's incredibly abusive partner watching/finding out. Rake also seemed pretty judgmental for a kinkster in a bdsm club when he doesn't have the same info the reader does.
Maybe I read this at the wrong time but I don't think this one is for me, so I'm bowing out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 3, 2025
Incredible debut. Beautifully written with three amazing characters. I loved how they all took care of each other, recognising what each individual needed and when.
Rake was a standout character to me. Such an attentive, loving Dom.
Adored this book.
Rake was a standout character to me. Such an attentive, loving Dom.
Adored this book.
August 16, 2025
I received this as a free ebook ARC. All my opinions are my own.
A vampire walks into a BDSM club in Brighton and catches the eyes of two humans…
I loooved this book. It’s such a good mix of angst and humour, so while it does get quite dark at times for baby Shaun, Deej comes along like sunshine incarnate, with his little rain cloud Rake to put out the fires.
The characters are well rounded, you got the broken one who masks his trauma with jokes and sarcasm. The self conscious one who struggles with his weight, and the autistic one who has to be in control at all times, and has a meltdown if he’s overstimulated.
And there are all sorts of ethnicities, body sizes and sexualities throughout the book, which felt natural rather than feeling overdone. 👌
This was full on action so I didn’t get bored at all, it made me feel nostalgia for my teenage years when Vampires were the sh!t.
Now I wait patiently for little b!tch Kit 👉🏻👈🏻
A vampire walks into a BDSM club in Brighton and catches the eyes of two humans…
I loooved this book. It’s such a good mix of angst and humour, so while it does get quite dark at times for baby Shaun, Deej comes along like sunshine incarnate, with his little rain cloud Rake to put out the fires.
The characters are well rounded, you got the broken one who masks his trauma with jokes and sarcasm. The self conscious one who struggles with his weight, and the autistic one who has to be in control at all times, and has a meltdown if he’s overstimulated.
And there are all sorts of ethnicities, body sizes and sexualities throughout the book, which felt natural rather than feeling overdone. 👌
This was full on action so I didn’t get bored at all, it made me feel nostalgia for my teenage years when Vampires were the sh!t.
Now I wait patiently for little b!tch Kit 👉🏻👈🏻
September 9, 2025
As a former twihard who skinwalked Bella and was obsessed with Twilight (at an embarrassingly big age), I was intrigued: a twilight fan who pursues a relationship with a real life vampire? This would’ve 100% been me, down to missing every red flag and getting kidnapped.
Despite the story covering some pretty dark and heavy themes, it’s surprisingly light, utilising an irreverent/tongue-in-cheek narrative style that was a good choice, both for pacing and the sake of brevity. Delving too deeply into the emotional aspect would have derailed the plot and weighed the story down. Moore’s comedic timing is on point, and the humour provided ample levity to balance out the heavy themes. The dialogue was funny and engaging, and the action scenes were really well done; tense, gripping and just the right length. I also really enjoyed the exploration of the intersection between kink, vampirism and autism in the story.
The protagonists DJ, Rake and Shaun were diverse, dimensional and memorable; I was never left scratching my head wondering which was which. I clocked Rake as a soul brother when his autistic sense of injustice kicked in and he couldn’t let it go, it was very relatable. I’m usually on the fence about autistic protags in my reading, at least the ones that have similar traits to me (I already annoy myself, I don’t need MORE of me) but Rake’s autism is portrayed really well. Sometimes authors can go overboard, turning their autistic characters into stereotypical caricatures whose entire personality is just a mixed bag of common autistic traits. Autistic people are more than their symptoms/traits, they’re people first, and this is what I loved about Rake. When he got overloaded, he became extra sensitive to his environment, focusing on sensory details like people talking and sounds. It was realistic without being heavy handed.
Shaun’s character absolutely broke my heart. The poor guy just wanted to be loved! 😭 I’m so glad he got his HEA with Rake and DJ, their D/s dynamic was so sweet. There were clear lines, but also a lot of love and mutual respect. BDSM gets such a bad rap in media, it was refreshing to read a positive representation.
In fact, the whole BDSM aspect was done really well, each character’s unique kink preferences made sense for them. I could see BDSM’s structure and rules appealing to Rake, being autistic, and his Dominance allowed him control when so much of an autist’s life is out of their control. Vampires and BDSM actually complement each other well, the vampire/thrall dynamic aligns perfectly with D/s. I also loved the exploration of how Vampirism affected each character differently; DJ’s complicated relationship with food transferred to blood, and Rake’s panic over DJ and need for control led to him abusing his compulsion. And rather than DJ and Rake being cured of their struggles when they were recreated, they retained their individuality. Loved that.
The poly aspect to their relationship was another area Moore handled well. Adding a third to an existing relationship would be tough to navigate, but Moore does a fantastic job of balancing the focus and not leaving anyone out.
I did find some of the sex scene timings a bit bizarre, but you gotta admire the boys’ knack for carving out the time for kinky sex in the face of danger.
Dangerous vampire wants to kill you? It’s fine, he can’t get in without an invite. Sex!
Shaun goes missing for days, could be dead? Sex!
DJ has been kidnapped and there are two vampires you barely know within earshot? More sex!
Plus that ending? Unhinged. Loved the homage to Mary Shelley in that graveyard scene.
This is the kind of book you think about after you put it down. The characters will randomly pop into your head, and you’ll find yourself wanting to get back and see what they get up to next.
Thoroughly enjoyable, a great debut by Marra Moore. I’m really looking forward to Kit’s story.
Follow me on IG @unhingedreaderaunt
Despite the story covering some pretty dark and heavy themes, it’s surprisingly light, utilising an irreverent/tongue-in-cheek narrative style that was a good choice, both for pacing and the sake of brevity. Delving too deeply into the emotional aspect would have derailed the plot and weighed the story down. Moore’s comedic timing is on point, and the humour provided ample levity to balance out the heavy themes. The dialogue was funny and engaging, and the action scenes were really well done; tense, gripping and just the right length. I also really enjoyed the exploration of the intersection between kink, vampirism and autism in the story.
The protagonists DJ, Rake and Shaun were diverse, dimensional and memorable; I was never left scratching my head wondering which was which. I clocked Rake as a soul brother when his autistic sense of injustice kicked in and he couldn’t let it go, it was very relatable. I’m usually on the fence about autistic protags in my reading, at least the ones that have similar traits to me (I already annoy myself, I don’t need MORE of me) but Rake’s autism is portrayed really well. Sometimes authors can go overboard, turning their autistic characters into stereotypical caricatures whose entire personality is just a mixed bag of common autistic traits. Autistic people are more than their symptoms/traits, they’re people first, and this is what I loved about Rake. When he got overloaded, he became extra sensitive to his environment, focusing on sensory details like people talking and sounds. It was realistic without being heavy handed.
Shaun’s character absolutely broke my heart. The poor guy just wanted to be loved! 😭 I’m so glad he got his HEA with Rake and DJ, their D/s dynamic was so sweet. There were clear lines, but also a lot of love and mutual respect. BDSM gets such a bad rap in media, it was refreshing to read a positive representation.
In fact, the whole BDSM aspect was done really well, each character’s unique kink preferences made sense for them. I could see BDSM’s structure and rules appealing to Rake, being autistic, and his Dominance allowed him control when so much of an autist’s life is out of their control. Vampires and BDSM actually complement each other well, the vampire/thrall dynamic aligns perfectly with D/s. I also loved the exploration of how Vampirism affected each character differently; DJ’s complicated relationship with food transferred to blood, and Rake’s panic over DJ and need for control led to him abusing his compulsion. And rather than DJ and Rake being cured of their struggles when they were recreated, they retained their individuality. Loved that.
The poly aspect to their relationship was another area Moore handled well. Adding a third to an existing relationship would be tough to navigate, but Moore does a fantastic job of balancing the focus and not leaving anyone out.
I did find some of the sex scene timings a bit bizarre, but you gotta admire the boys’ knack for carving out the time for kinky sex in the face of danger.
Dangerous vampire wants to kill you? It’s fine, he can’t get in without an invite. Sex!
Shaun goes missing for days, could be dead? Sex!
DJ has been kidnapped and there are two vampires you barely know within earshot? More sex!
Plus that ending? Unhinged. Loved the homage to Mary Shelley in that graveyard scene.
This is the kind of book you think about after you put it down. The characters will randomly pop into your head, and you’ll find yourself wanting to get back and see what they get up to next.
Thoroughly enjoyable, a great debut by Marra Moore. I’m really looking forward to Kit’s story.
Follow me on IG @unhingedreaderaunt
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 25, 2025
I was sent an ARC to review. But all opinions are my own.
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May contain spoilers. I don't personally read trigger warnings. But the book has them. So read them. This book has dark themes.
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I actually really liked this story. I think it was different. I read so many supernatural MMs, so sometimes they can blur together. But I felt this one stood its ground.
I do question myself at the beginning whether I was that naive at 18? 🤔 I was like oh come on, you can't be that dumb." I also had to message my bestie and send her a screenshot of a highlight in regards to her previous Twilight obsession when we were younger 🤣 She wasn't very nice with her response. F and Off were used several times, haha. I'm glad she grew out of it.
Anyways, I digress. I really liked the characters. They all had issues. And I think it was written well. Especially because they all didn't suddenly get better. These kinds of issues. Human or Vampire, haha, last a lifetime. You just build on doing your best.
Feck Lawrence, though. Absolute vile creature.
Can we also praise this author? For writing the fact he needed more blood to get hard! Because usually Vamps are all walking around with hard ons. It was nice to have this in a story.
“You’re still of the belief that this isn’t an evil plan?”
Lawrence harrumphed. “I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious.”
“That’s just evil with extra syllables.” ⬅️ 🤣
Nefarious is my favourite word. This made me LOL for no reason.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. And so look forward to Kits story. Although gotta wait a while 🫠🙄 rude. Haha.
🌶🌶🌶 on the old spicy scale. But I'm a freak, so nothing is ever spicy enough for me.
🌟🌟🌟🌟 I think it was a good story. Well written. Overall, I enjoyed the book.
Plus, I love a UK setting. I lived in Brighton myself for a few years.
🔞 NSFW Print 🔞
May contain spoilers. I don't personally read trigger warnings. But the book has them. So read them. This book has dark themes.
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.
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I actually really liked this story. I think it was different. I read so many supernatural MMs, so sometimes they can blur together. But I felt this one stood its ground.
I do question myself at the beginning whether I was that naive at 18? 🤔 I was like oh come on, you can't be that dumb." I also had to message my bestie and send her a screenshot of a highlight in regards to her previous Twilight obsession when we were younger 🤣 She wasn't very nice with her response. F and Off were used several times, haha. I'm glad she grew out of it.
Anyways, I digress. I really liked the characters. They all had issues. And I think it was written well. Especially because they all didn't suddenly get better. These kinds of issues. Human or Vampire, haha, last a lifetime. You just build on doing your best.
Feck Lawrence, though. Absolute vile creature.
Can we also praise this author? For writing the fact he needed more blood to get hard! Because usually Vamps are all walking around with hard ons. It was nice to have this in a story.
“You’re still of the belief that this isn’t an evil plan?”
Lawrence harrumphed. “I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious.”
“That’s just evil with extra syllables.” ⬅️ 🤣
Nefarious is my favourite word. This made me LOL for no reason.
Overall, I enjoyed the book. And so look forward to Kits story. Although gotta wait a while 🫠🙄 rude. Haha.
🌶🌶🌶 on the old spicy scale. But I'm a freak, so nothing is ever spicy enough for me.
🌟🌟🌟🌟 I think it was a good story. Well written. Overall, I enjoyed the book.
Plus, I love a UK setting. I lived in Brighton myself for a few years.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 26, 2025
Ok, this book was just fun! It had everything I could want in a novel.
The story revolves around an 18 yo man named Shaun, who ventures out on his birthday to meet up with his “Edward Cullen” love interest that he met online. Things don’t go quite as planned…
Shane collides into the other two main characters DJ and Rake at a BDSM club and their lives are all changed forever.
DJ, a Sub who’s slightly over weight,and has a mild eating disorder and pop culture obsession, especially with Buffy; and Rakesh, or Rake for short, a Dom who is slightly on the spectrum but has a big heart and loves to be a caretaker and video game enthusiast, were both fully realized and fleshed out characters. I really enjoyed how everyone was so distinct and unique. Everyone had a purpose and role to play and I found myself rooting for them to find their happy ending!
I don’t ready many MMM so this was fun and I loved the dynamic between the three leads.
The story was very intriguing, funny, heartfelt, dramatic, and erotic! This book really did have it all for me, and I look forward to the next installment in this duology.
There are some very dark themes explored here, so as always, check the trigger warnings before reading if you know you have triggers. Otherwise, dive in as blind as possible and you will enjoy this wild ride.
The author is clearly a vampire lore expert; the lore presented here was very on par with most vampire lore in pop culture, but there were a few things changed to make this universe its own special place, and I appreciated that!
4.5/5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
Rounded up to 5 Stars for Goodreads.
Thank you to Marra Moore and her team for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. 🩸🧛🏻♂️🧛🏻♂️🧛🏻♂️🩸
The story revolves around an 18 yo man named Shaun, who ventures out on his birthday to meet up with his “Edward Cullen” love interest that he met online. Things don’t go quite as planned…
Shane collides into the other two main characters DJ and Rake at a BDSM club and their lives are all changed forever.
DJ, a Sub who’s slightly over weight,and has a mild eating disorder and pop culture obsession, especially with Buffy; and Rakesh, or Rake for short, a Dom who is slightly on the spectrum but has a big heart and loves to be a caretaker and video game enthusiast, were both fully realized and fleshed out characters. I really enjoyed how everyone was so distinct and unique. Everyone had a purpose and role to play and I found myself rooting for them to find their happy ending!
I don’t ready many MMM so this was fun and I loved the dynamic between the three leads.
The story was very intriguing, funny, heartfelt, dramatic, and erotic! This book really did have it all for me, and I look forward to the next installment in this duology.
There are some very dark themes explored here, so as always, check the trigger warnings before reading if you know you have triggers. Otherwise, dive in as blind as possible and you will enjoy this wild ride.
The author is clearly a vampire lore expert; the lore presented here was very on par with most vampire lore in pop culture, but there were a few things changed to make this universe its own special place, and I appreciated that!
4.5/5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
Rounded up to 5 Stars for Goodreads.
Thank you to Marra Moore and her team for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. 🩸🧛🏻♂️🧛🏻♂️🧛🏻♂️🩸
September 4, 2025
4.25 stars. A story that kept me interested throughout. Very interesting vampire world building and a great emphasis on consent. Shaun deserved so much better than Lawrence, and Rake and DJ really delivered. All three struggled with a variety of different issues that the others could support. I hope that there will be something about werewolves in the future, as I'm very curious how the author would write those. I look forward to reading about Kit next.
August 6, 2025
I received this as a free ebook ARC. All my opinions are my own.
Oh my God, this book was chef's kiss!! From the story to the characters, I was enthralled from page 1. Shaun, Rake, and DJ burrowed their way into my heart from their first appearances and have never left! I appreciated seeing DJ's insecurity on the page. I think it added a perspective I haven't personally read a lot of, and I also appreciated how Rake and Shaun made him feel loved.
The relationship between the three of them was a nice balm for all the harrowing things that happen in this book. I won't go into spoilers, but Lawrence when I catch you!!
I loved Shaun's journey through the book. When we meet him, he's at a very low place, and it's just nice to see how he got through it.
Anyways! 5 stars for excellent characters, an excellent story, and an overall incredible book!!
Oh my God, this book was chef's kiss!! From the story to the characters, I was enthralled from page 1. Shaun, Rake, and DJ burrowed their way into my heart from their first appearances and have never left! I appreciated seeing DJ's insecurity on the page. I think it added a perspective I haven't personally read a lot of, and I also appreciated how Rake and Shaun made him feel loved.
The relationship between the three of them was a nice balm for all the harrowing things that happen in this book. I won't go into spoilers, but Lawrence when I catch you!!
I loved Shaun's journey through the book. When we meet him, he's at a very low place, and it's just nice to see how he got through it.
Anyways! 5 stars for excellent characters, an excellent story, and an overall incredible book!!
August 6, 2025
Thanks SO MUCH to the author for sending me an ARC for this wonderful book!!
I wasn't even planning on finishing this tonight but my brain couldn't even think of sleeping until i finished this because Rake, DJ and Shaun had me in a deathgrip until i made sure they would be okay.
This book brought me a lot of joy while still having darker side (that i think were handled very well). I cant wait to get my hands on the next one in the series and find out more about Kit because I already love him as well.
I wasn't even planning on finishing this tonight but my brain couldn't even think of sleeping until i finished this because Rake, DJ and Shaun had me in a deathgrip until i made sure they would be okay.
This book brought me a lot of joy while still having darker side (that i think were handled very well). I cant wait to get my hands on the next one in the series and find out more about Kit because I already love him as well.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 12, 2025
Merci à l’auteure pour cet ARC et sa confiance.
Ça faisait longtemps que je n’avais pas lu un roman de vampires dans lequel les personnages humains découvrent l’existence du paranormal.
🩸MMM Romance
🥹Vampire twink/Deux humains dévoués et aimants
🩸Fast burn
🥹HEA durement gagnée
🩸BDSM
🥹Heavy hurt/comfort
Rake est un Dom autiste qui aime le cadre strict et les règles qui régissent le club BDSM auquel DJ et lui se rendent avec assiduité.
Cette discipline est d’ailleurs très présente tout au long du roman, c’est un style de vie à part entière pour les personnages, pas juste un kink de temps en temps. C’est d’ailleurs grâce à ce club qu’ils font la connaissance de Shaun (bien que le traitement que ce dernier subit de la part de son "dom" tienne plus de la torture que d’un quelconque échange consensuel).
Shaun est un vampire figé pour toujours comme un twink de 18 ans alors qu’il est plus vieux que ses partenaires humains.🥲Et même s’il est le plus fort d’entre eux, il a désespérément besoin d’aide. Heureusement pour lui Rake et DJ ont assez de solidité et de stabilité dans leur relation pour l’accepter et l’accueillir. Quitte à basculer dans un monde qu’ils ignoraient exister.
Une chose que j’aurais bien aimé aurait été que Shaun profite un peu de sa liberté au lieu de directement passer de son esclavage à "appartenir" si rapidement à quelqu’un d’autre (même si pour une fois c’est consensuel), et que sa guérison des traumatismes et abus qu’il a subit soit d’avantage abordée. Je trouve qu’il saute trop rapidement d’une relation à une autre sans passer par la case de déconstruction de la dynamique toxique précédente.
Je recommande à tous ceux qui sont fans de vampires et de Kora Knight, avec histoire fortement axée sur le monde du BDSM.
⚠️Attention, Shaun a vraiment des débuts difficiles et certaines scènes d’abus sont explicitement décrites alors pensez bien à lire les TWs/CWs si vous n’êtes pas à l’aise.
Ça faisait longtemps que je n’avais pas lu un roman de vampires dans lequel les personnages humains découvrent l’existence du paranormal.
🩸MMM Romance
🥹Vampire twink/Deux humains dévoués et aimants
🩸Fast burn
🥹HEA durement gagnée
🩸BDSM
🥹Heavy hurt/comfort
Rake est un Dom autiste qui aime le cadre strict et les règles qui régissent le club BDSM auquel DJ et lui se rendent avec assiduité.
Cette discipline est d’ailleurs très présente tout au long du roman, c’est un style de vie à part entière pour les personnages, pas juste un kink de temps en temps. C’est d’ailleurs grâce à ce club qu’ils font la connaissance de Shaun (bien que le traitement que ce dernier subit de la part de son "dom" tienne plus de la torture que d’un quelconque échange consensuel).
Shaun est un vampire figé pour toujours comme un twink de 18 ans alors qu’il est plus vieux que ses partenaires humains.🥲Et même s’il est le plus fort d’entre eux, il a désespérément besoin d’aide. Heureusement pour lui Rake et DJ ont assez de solidité et de stabilité dans leur relation pour l’accepter et l’accueillir. Quitte à basculer dans un monde qu’ils ignoraient exister.
Une chose que j’aurais bien aimé aurait été que Shaun profite un peu de sa liberté au lieu de directement passer de son esclavage à "appartenir" si rapidement à quelqu’un d’autre (même si pour une fois c’est consensuel), et que sa guérison des traumatismes et abus qu’il a subit soit d’avantage abordée. Je trouve qu’il saute trop rapidement d’une relation à une autre sans passer par la case de déconstruction de la dynamique toxique précédente.
Je recommande à tous ceux qui sont fans de vampires et de Kora Knight, avec histoire fortement axée sur le monde du BDSM.
⚠️Attention, Shaun a vraiment des débuts difficiles et certaines scènes d’abus sont explicitement décrites alors pensez bien à lire les TWs/CWs si vous n’êtes pas à l’aise.
September 1, 2025
I really enjoyed the storyline of this book and eagerly awaited the downfall of the big bad Lawrence – I thought he was a great villain!
Shaun is the missing piece the other two didn’t know they were missing, and after Rake and DJ step in to help him at a sex club, they can’t stop thinking about the smaller man.
The MMCs balanced each other out well and I thought Rake was the perfect dom for the two subs. I loved how quickly Shaun becomes comfortable with Rake and DJ, opening up to them and being honest about his nature. They made him feel wanted and safe for the first time.
I also appreciated that all three characters had their own insecurities to try and overcome, and that they weren’t ‘swept under the rug’, instead being handled sensitively, each character having their time to share their doubts.
This will probably be an unpopular view, but I really enjoyed the conversations between DJ and Lawrence, as much as I didn’t like the situation DJ was in, and one of these interactions turned into my favourite of the book, making me chuckle:
“You’re still of the belief that this isn’t an evil plan?” (DJ)
“I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious.” (Lawrence)
“That’s just evil with extra syllables.” (DJ)
DJ’s sarcasm during these scenes, while still managing to get Lawrence to open up and let us in on his plans, really made them stand out for me. If Lawrence wasn’t the enemy, I can imagine them being friends with hilarious back and forth banter.
I adored how supportive DJ’s parents were, especially their kind acceptance and accommodation of Rake’s needs. I just wanted to hug them both so much!
I also loved the addition of Kit as a supporting character. He’s a brat but I did love him for it. I’d be interested to see where his story takes him.
Shaun is the missing piece the other two didn’t know they were missing, and after Rake and DJ step in to help him at a sex club, they can’t stop thinking about the smaller man.
The MMCs balanced each other out well and I thought Rake was the perfect dom for the two subs. I loved how quickly Shaun becomes comfortable with Rake and DJ, opening up to them and being honest about his nature. They made him feel wanted and safe for the first time.
I also appreciated that all three characters had their own insecurities to try and overcome, and that they weren’t ‘swept under the rug’, instead being handled sensitively, each character having their time to share their doubts.
This will probably be an unpopular view, but I really enjoyed the conversations between DJ and Lawrence, as much as I didn’t like the situation DJ was in, and one of these interactions turned into my favourite of the book, making me chuckle:
“You’re still of the belief that this isn’t an evil plan?” (DJ)
“I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious.” (Lawrence)
“That’s just evil with extra syllables.” (DJ)
DJ’s sarcasm during these scenes, while still managing to get Lawrence to open up and let us in on his plans, really made them stand out for me. If Lawrence wasn’t the enemy, I can imagine them being friends with hilarious back and forth banter.
I adored how supportive DJ’s parents were, especially their kind acceptance and accommodation of Rake’s needs. I just wanted to hug them both so much!
I also loved the addition of Kit as a supporting character. He’s a brat but I did love him for it. I’d be interested to see where his story takes him.
September 13, 2025
Maybe 2.5 stars, but I can't really give it that.
Look, I really think this is more of a *me* and not the story kind of thing, but I also don't think that.
The thing is, the premise is super cool. Super, super cool. The execution is... Mediocre. Not even at best. More at worst.
The prologue was very good.
And then the rest of the book just went downhill from there. How exactly does one make a BDSM threesome involving vampires boring? *waves hands* pretty much like this book does it.
The issue, I believe, is in the minutiae that doesn't concern the actual plot line and also the ridiculousness of the plot line itself.
But. Like. Things that took me out of the writing were:
* pointed mentions of everyone in DJs and his Dom’s circle of colleagues being all sorts of LGBTQ+. It's okay, we can tell you're inclusive, there's no need to do it so heavy handedly.
* mentions of their jobs in such a context. This book isn't a society fresco, there's no need for detailed descriptions of what one does in an app to mobile or console gaming company. It also doesn't serve the plot in any way.
* all the Twilight references.
*Whatever Shaun's deal is. Also, a red headed character called Shaun.
* the BDSM scenes were boring. How. How do you make BDSM boring. Also. The logistics of the scenes were. Dubious. At best. AT BEST. I scratched my head like a thousand times over the scene in the club with the X cross. How exactly did the Dom open up his sub?
* the thousand and one mentions of neurodivergence. There's no need to hold a psychology lesson. Showing and not telling is an amazing tool which lacks completely here.
*Just. Man. Boring.
Look, I really think this is more of a *me* and not the story kind of thing, but I also don't think that.
The thing is, the premise is super cool. Super, super cool. The execution is... Mediocre. Not even at best. More at worst.
The prologue was very good.
And then the rest of the book just went downhill from there. How exactly does one make a BDSM threesome involving vampires boring? *waves hands* pretty much like this book does it.
The issue, I believe, is in the minutiae that doesn't concern the actual plot line and also the ridiculousness of the plot line itself.
But. Like. Things that took me out of the writing were:
* pointed mentions of everyone in DJs and his Dom’s circle of colleagues being all sorts of LGBTQ+. It's okay, we can tell you're inclusive, there's no need to do it so heavy handedly.
* mentions of their jobs in such a context. This book isn't a society fresco, there's no need for detailed descriptions of what one does in an app to mobile or console gaming company. It also doesn't serve the plot in any way.
* all the Twilight references.
*Whatever Shaun's deal is. Also, a red headed character called Shaun.
* the BDSM scenes were boring. How. How do you make BDSM boring. Also. The logistics of the scenes were. Dubious. At best. AT BEST. I scratched my head like a thousand times over the scene in the club with the X cross. How exactly did the Dom open up his sub?
* the thousand and one mentions of neurodivergence. There's no need to hold a psychology lesson. Showing and not telling is an amazing tool which lacks completely here.
*Just. Man. Boring.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2025
ARC review. The book comes out on the 3rd of September.
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With the power vested in me by being a nosy little bitch who can't stay out of other people's business, I hereby pronounce you Dom and sub. You may now spank your partner."
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Kinky, MMM, Paranormal? I tried hard not to sign up for the ARC (I have so many lovely books that I am trying to read!). I failed successfully. I am happy I read it!
The characters are witty, snarky and loving. There is lots of humour throughout the book, I definitely snort laughed! The story kept me intrigued and it is well written!
Marra gave me so much beautiful representation. Rake has an Indian background. He is also touch averse and is sometimes overwhelmed by the world. DJ is a dark skinned, chunky boy. The bdsm between the main characters is sweet, loving and spicy!
I was living for the many brat moments!
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DJ was a vision in white, his body contorted in a way that arched his back, with a single piece of rope between his teeth. It pulled his head back, showcasing the bliss on his face. He wore the ropes like his body had been built for the purpose of being tied; the indents in his flesh exquisitely accentuating his full figure.
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This book has a lot of dark themes too, please check the trigger warnings.
I was fine. The only thing that had me shooketh and shaketh was the graveyard scene. That is definitely in the dark/gothic romance corner.
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"You're still of the belief that this isn't an evil plan?" Lawrence harrumphed.
"I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious."
"That's just evil with extra syllables."
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With the power vested in me by being a nosy little bitch who can't stay out of other people's business, I hereby pronounce you Dom and sub. You may now spank your partner."
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Kinky, MMM, Paranormal? I tried hard not to sign up for the ARC (I have so many lovely books that I am trying to read!). I failed successfully. I am happy I read it!
The characters are witty, snarky and loving. There is lots of humour throughout the book, I definitely snort laughed! The story kept me intrigued and it is well written!
Marra gave me so much beautiful representation. Rake has an Indian background. He is also touch averse and is sometimes overwhelmed by the world. DJ is a dark skinned, chunky boy. The bdsm between the main characters is sweet, loving and spicy!
I was living for the many brat moments!
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DJ was a vision in white, his body contorted in a way that arched his back, with a single piece of rope between his teeth. It pulled his head back, showcasing the bliss on his face. He wore the ropes like his body had been built for the purpose of being tied; the indents in his flesh exquisitely accentuating his full figure.
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This book has a lot of dark themes too, please check the trigger warnings.
I was fine. The only thing that had me shooketh and shaketh was the graveyard scene. That is definitely in the dark/gothic romance corner.
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"You're still of the belief that this isn't an evil plan?" Lawrence harrumphed.
"I will accept that it is, perhaps, nefarious."
"That's just evil with extra syllables."
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August 18, 2025
Take all the best bits from Twilight but it’s written by a British author, it’s funny & make it a gay, poly, kinky romance!
Hear me out on this one ‘cos I’m not great at putting my vibey energy into proper words.
This is like the fanfic of Twilight that 50 shades wanted to be. We’ve got all the angst, the vamps, the kink & even an epic battle scene, but there’s also buckets of humour and the creepy billionaire dude is actually (rightfully?) the villain. He’s also just enough of a poser to probably be quite happy being compared to Christian Grey 🤣 I could imagine if he’d ever heard of it Lawrence would definitely want a ‘red room’ in his basement.
This is however not a fanfic, but was clearly written by a fan of the original. It’s more of an inspiration if you will. It’s ’what if a Twihard got turned into a Vampire’.
The prologue reads like a who’s who of red flags. Remember when we were kids and our parents told us to be careful who we spoke to online? Yea, this is why! Poor little Shaun was completely charmed by the odious Lawrence who convinced him to run away with him on the night of his 18th birthday.
Flash forward to many years later when Shaun meets Rake & DJ in a kink club in Brighton. They immediately sense his unhappiness and decide to make it their mission to try and look out for him.
The kink in this was great, it wasn’t excessive, but it set the scene for the kind of relationship Rake & DJ enjoy and what Shaun would like to be a part of. It didn’t feel gratuitous, there was loads of plot and humour to balance it.
Did I mention this book is funny? It had me snorting with laughter so many times I lost count. DJ’s sarcasm really is a load bearing structure and Kit’s snarkiness in the face of danger could lighten even the darkest of moments. Oh and even Rake’s got jokes, dad jokes admittedly, but jokes nonetheless. I think the comedy added a great balance to what could have become an incredibly angsty story.
I must give an honourable mention to the battle scene in the later part of the book ‘cos WOW that was intense! I don’t want to spoil it with details but it gets proper gory in places. It is a fitting end for the nasty Lawrence.
Loved the dynamic between Shaun, Rake & DJ. He really needed someone(s) to come along and take him under their wing and show him what real love should feel like and what a healthy relationship looks like. Also the spicy scenes between them are super hot 🔥
I can’t end this without mentioning the uber bratty Kit. He was a highlight of the book for me. He uses his snarkiness as a weapon and I can’t wait for him to get his book. I need to see more of what’s inside the head of this broken boy and I would love him to meet his perfect Daddy.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review
Hear me out on this one ‘cos I’m not great at putting my vibey energy into proper words.
This is like the fanfic of Twilight that 50 shades wanted to be. We’ve got all the angst, the vamps, the kink & even an epic battle scene, but there’s also buckets of humour and the creepy billionaire dude is actually (rightfully?) the villain. He’s also just enough of a poser to probably be quite happy being compared to Christian Grey 🤣 I could imagine if he’d ever heard of it Lawrence would definitely want a ‘red room’ in his basement.
This is however not a fanfic, but was clearly written by a fan of the original. It’s more of an inspiration if you will. It’s ’what if a Twihard got turned into a Vampire’.
The prologue reads like a who’s who of red flags. Remember when we were kids and our parents told us to be careful who we spoke to online? Yea, this is why! Poor little Shaun was completely charmed by the odious Lawrence who convinced him to run away with him on the night of his 18th birthday.
Flash forward to many years later when Shaun meets Rake & DJ in a kink club in Brighton. They immediately sense his unhappiness and decide to make it their mission to try and look out for him.
The kink in this was great, it wasn’t excessive, but it set the scene for the kind of relationship Rake & DJ enjoy and what Shaun would like to be a part of. It didn’t feel gratuitous, there was loads of plot and humour to balance it.
Did I mention this book is funny? It had me snorting with laughter so many times I lost count. DJ’s sarcasm really is a load bearing structure and Kit’s snarkiness in the face of danger could lighten even the darkest of moments. Oh and even Rake’s got jokes, dad jokes admittedly, but jokes nonetheless. I think the comedy added a great balance to what could have become an incredibly angsty story.
I must give an honourable mention to the battle scene in the later part of the book ‘cos WOW that was intense! I don’t want to spoil it with details but it gets proper gory in places. It is a fitting end for the nasty Lawrence.
Loved the dynamic between Shaun, Rake & DJ. He really needed someone(s) to come along and take him under their wing and show him what real love should feel like and what a healthy relationship looks like. Also the spicy scenes between them are super hot 🔥
I can’t end this without mentioning the uber bratty Kit. He was a highlight of the book for me. He uses his snarkiness as a weapon and I can’t wait for him to get his book. I need to see more of what’s inside the head of this broken boy and I would love him to meet his perfect Daddy.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review
August 29, 2025
Inhuman Nature is a dark and deeply emotional vampire romance that hooked me right from the start. Shaun’s story is one of captivity, pain, and finally finding freedom and love in the unlikeliest of places.
Turned against his will on his eighteenth birthday, Shaun has spent fifteen years bound to a cruel master, stripped of choice and made to exist rather than live. When DJ and Rake catch sight of him at a kink club, their hearts ache at the emptiness in his eyes, and they can’t shake the need to save him. Their connection is instant, undeniable, and dangerous.
The contrast between Shaun’s torment under his master and the tenderness he sees between DJ and Rake is breathtaking. The punishment scenes are hard to read, and very sad, but they make Shaun’s eventual escape and his desperate flight into the arms of DJ and Rake all the more powerful. What follows is a storm of passion, violence, loyalty, and the raw beauty of submission offered freely to someone who truly deserves it.
This isn’t just a love story, it’s about reclaiming identity, finding trust after betrayal, and the fierce fight for a chosen bond. It’s dark, it’s violent, but it’s also achingly tender. If you like your vampire romance with bite, angst, and devotion that shines through the shadows, Inhuman Nature delivers.
Turned against his will on his eighteenth birthday, Shaun has spent fifteen years bound to a cruel master, stripped of choice and made to exist rather than live. When DJ and Rake catch sight of him at a kink club, their hearts ache at the emptiness in his eyes, and they can’t shake the need to save him. Their connection is instant, undeniable, and dangerous.
The contrast between Shaun’s torment under his master and the tenderness he sees between DJ and Rake is breathtaking. The punishment scenes are hard to read, and very sad, but they make Shaun’s eventual escape and his desperate flight into the arms of DJ and Rake all the more powerful. What follows is a storm of passion, violence, loyalty, and the raw beauty of submission offered freely to someone who truly deserves it.
This isn’t just a love story, it’s about reclaiming identity, finding trust after betrayal, and the fierce fight for a chosen bond. It’s dark, it’s violent, but it’s also achingly tender. If you like your vampire romance with bite, angst, and devotion that shines through the shadows, Inhuman Nature delivers.
August 27, 2025
I wanted to try this one because vampires, although a trope that is already very well established, can be so good and fun when written well. Luckily this book delivered and I was immediately invested in Rake, DJ, and Shaun's story. Theirs is a little dark, with some angst because Lawrence is a trash bag but everyone gets what they deserve in the end and I loved seeing the trio come together.
Hands down my favorite person was DJ, I loved his flippant humor even in the face of deadly situations. Rake also I adored, especially as a Dom, he was incredibly gentle with both Shaun and DJ while also clearly holding the power - the dynamic was great with no weird feeling power imbalances. Shaun completed the three with his fierce refusal to be broken and his protectiveness. The three of them together worked so well.
I like this world of vampires and I liked the story outside of the romance. I think Kit will be a really good edition to the series and I'm super excited for his book since he clearly deserves an HEA as well. I thought this was a well done debut with promising themes and exciting characters to read about.
*thanks so much to the author for an ARC! These are my honest and voluntary opinions
Hands down my favorite person was DJ, I loved his flippant humor even in the face of deadly situations. Rake also I adored, especially as a Dom, he was incredibly gentle with both Shaun and DJ while also clearly holding the power - the dynamic was great with no weird feeling power imbalances. Shaun completed the three with his fierce refusal to be broken and his protectiveness. The three of them together worked so well.
I like this world of vampires and I liked the story outside of the romance. I think Kit will be a really good edition to the series and I'm super excited for his book since he clearly deserves an HEA as well. I thought this was a well done debut with promising themes and exciting characters to read about.
*thanks so much to the author for an ARC! These are my honest and voluntary opinions
August 19, 2025
📚B O O K♡R E V I E W📚
Inhuman Nature was both a fun and heart-wrenching read. Marra Moore strikes a perfect balance between laugh-out-loud comedic moments and the weight of trauma and tragedy. She somehow manages to bring the hilarity of a Twilight fanboy into the middle of a devastating story of survival and abuse—yet still delivers a hard-earned, deeply satisfying happy ending.
On top of that, there are layers that make the book so much more: sex clubs, BDSM dynamics, and a couple learning how to welcome a third into their relationship, all paired with plenty of delightfully spicy scenes.
This story truly has it all—vampires, dom/sub dynamics, found family, supportive friendships, and important representation. Moore touches on complicated relationships with food and body image, as well as authentic portrayals of autism, while also exploring the difference between healthy and unhealthy dynamics in relationships.
The fact that all of this is woven seamlessly into just 347 pages is astounding. I can’t wait to see what happens next—especially with my favorite grumpy character in @marramooreauthor 's upcoming book 2026 cant come fast enough!
Inhuman Nature was both a fun and heart-wrenching read. Marra Moore strikes a perfect balance between laugh-out-loud comedic moments and the weight of trauma and tragedy. She somehow manages to bring the hilarity of a Twilight fanboy into the middle of a devastating story of survival and abuse—yet still delivers a hard-earned, deeply satisfying happy ending.
On top of that, there are layers that make the book so much more: sex clubs, BDSM dynamics, and a couple learning how to welcome a third into their relationship, all paired with plenty of delightfully spicy scenes.
This story truly has it all—vampires, dom/sub dynamics, found family, supportive friendships, and important representation. Moore touches on complicated relationships with food and body image, as well as authentic portrayals of autism, while also exploring the difference between healthy and unhealthy dynamics in relationships.
The fact that all of this is woven seamlessly into just 347 pages is astounding. I can’t wait to see what happens next—especially with my favorite grumpy character in @marramooreauthor 's upcoming book 2026 cant come fast enough!
August 19, 2025
ARC Review
Big thanks to the author for the advance copy. 💕🙌🏻
I immediately submitted for the ARC the moment I read the blurb.
It was definitely intriguing and upon reading the novel, it didn't disappoint. Except for being left broken bec of everything that happened with these three precious guys. 🤧
Shaun is such a bb.
Adorably small but absolutely strong and resilient 😭 He deserved his happy ending and definitely fought hard to finally get it.
I really felt so much for him, his experiences were really horrible and finding DJ and Rake was the best thing that happened to him. He completed them.
They didn't really expect to become a trio but they all fit perfectly.
DJ and Rake were so brave. Normally, being thrown into the world of vampires, would usually make someone run but they proved how much they want Shaun to be by their side 🥺
I seriously need Kit's story!!!
I loved him being so sarcastic and witty at the same time. Broken but also trying. I can't wait to see him heal, live and fall in love 😭
Big thanks to the author for the advance copy. 💕🙌🏻
I immediately submitted for the ARC the moment I read the blurb.
It was definitely intriguing and upon reading the novel, it didn't disappoint. Except for being left broken bec of everything that happened with these three precious guys. 🤧
Shaun is such a bb.
Adorably small but absolutely strong and resilient 😭 He deserved his happy ending and definitely fought hard to finally get it.
I really felt so much for him, his experiences were really horrible and finding DJ and Rake was the best thing that happened to him. He completed them.
They didn't really expect to become a trio but they all fit perfectly.
DJ and Rake were so brave. Normally, being thrown into the world of vampires, would usually make someone run but they proved how much they want Shaun to be by their side 🥺
I seriously need Kit's story!!!
I loved him being so sarcastic and witty at the same time. Broken but also trying. I can't wait to see him heal, live and fall in love 😭
September 3, 2025
Moore took some of the most well known vampire tropes and said "But what if we made it Queer and kinky?" and I am so here for it. Definitely mind the triggers, this one starts out pretty dark and poor sweet Shaun really goes through it. Luckily Rake and DJ are made to take care of him and make him smile respectively. Adding a 3rd to an established relationship takes skill and you'd never think Moore was a debut author because it's so skillfully done and does not feel like it is off balance. I know a lot of people are using the "golden retriever MC" trope lately and I kept thinking that this is like a Newfoundland (look I know he's not the biggest but he is the steadfast protective sweet one) and a jack russell terrier (if you've read this you know who I'm talking about) meet the twinkiest golden retriever to ever exist and fall in love....I think this review went off the rails.
Anywho, if you're a fan of some kink, a LOT of spice, vampire lore, and super sweet polyam romance, this is definitely the book for you. Bring on Kit's story!
Anywho, if you're a fan of some kink, a LOT of spice, vampire lore, and super sweet polyam romance, this is definitely the book for you. Bring on Kit's story!
August 21, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
ARC Review
Release: 9.3.25
Rake and DJ aren’t looking for a third when they meet Shaun, but one unforgettable night changes everything. When Shaun shows up at their doorstep bruised, desperate, and in need of safety, Rake and DJ are pulled into a world far darker and more dangerous than their own.
I absolutely loved reading this book! The Twilight reference had me laughing out loud, and the blend of action, atmosphere, and hurt/comfort made the story so engaging. The paranormal setting felt rich and vivid, and the chemistry between Rake and DJ was scorching. But Shaun… my heart. His vulnerability, his strength, and everything he’s survived made me want to wrap him in a hug and never let go.
And then there’s Kit—what a scene-stealer! He completely won me over, and he’s easily my favorite kitty boy (next to Shaun, of course). I’m already counting down for the next book to see where his story leads and how this series unfolds.
ARC Review
Release: 9.3.25
Rake and DJ aren’t looking for a third when they meet Shaun, but one unforgettable night changes everything. When Shaun shows up at their doorstep bruised, desperate, and in need of safety, Rake and DJ are pulled into a world far darker and more dangerous than their own.
I absolutely loved reading this book! The Twilight reference had me laughing out loud, and the blend of action, atmosphere, and hurt/comfort made the story so engaging. The paranormal setting felt rich and vivid, and the chemistry between Rake and DJ was scorching. But Shaun… my heart. His vulnerability, his strength, and everything he’s survived made me want to wrap him in a hug and never let go.
And then there’s Kit—what a scene-stealer! He completely won me over, and he’s easily my favorite kitty boy (next to Shaun, of course). I’m already counting down for the next book to see where his story leads and how this series unfolds.
August 28, 2025
ARC Review
This isn’t just a vampire story. It’s an unflinching look at power, survival, and the complicated ways love and harm can tangle together.
Marra Moore doesn’t shy away from darkness, but instead peels it open and shows you the raw, aching humanity inside.
Shaun’s journey broke me in ways I didn’t expect. Watching him navigate coercion, trauma, and the flicker of hope was both gut wrenching and beautiful.
And then there’s DJ and Rake. God, their scenes. The club, the restraint, the quiet worship wrapped in dominance? Absolutely intoxicating. Every moment of connection between them burned off the page.
Their care, their love, their grounding dynamic...it stood in sharp contrast to Lawrence’s predatory control, and it made the emotional impact hit ten times harder.
This book made me ache, made me rage, and made me hope. It’s messy, bloody, and brutal...but it’s also tender and unforgettable.
This isn’t just a vampire story. It’s an unflinching look at power, survival, and the complicated ways love and harm can tangle together.
Marra Moore doesn’t shy away from darkness, but instead peels it open and shows you the raw, aching humanity inside.
Shaun’s journey broke me in ways I didn’t expect. Watching him navigate coercion, trauma, and the flicker of hope was both gut wrenching and beautiful.
And then there’s DJ and Rake. God, their scenes. The club, the restraint, the quiet worship wrapped in dominance? Absolutely intoxicating. Every moment of connection between them burned off the page.
Their care, their love, their grounding dynamic...it stood in sharp contrast to Lawrence’s predatory control, and it made the emotional impact hit ten times harder.
This book made me ache, made me rage, and made me hope. It’s messy, bloody, and brutal...but it’s also tender and unforgettable.
August 30, 2025
OMG this book was such a ride!! I absolutely devoured it. It had the perfect mix of angst, humour, romance and spice that kept me hooked all the way through. The characters felt so real — messy, vulnerable, funny, and loveable all at once.
I adored how the author gave us such a variety of personalities: Shaun the sarcastic one hiding his trauma behind jokes, DJ the insecure one who tugged at my heart, and Rake, the one who needs control but is so deeply soft underneath. They balanced each other out so well, and their chemistry? Off the charts.
I also really appreciated the rep — different body types, ethnicities, sexualities — and it felt authentic instead of forced. It made the world richer without distracting from the story.
Plot-wise, there was so much going on (in a good way). Action, danger, tender moments, laugh-out-loud scenes, and a good dose of spice. Honestly, it gave me major nostalgia for the vampire craze of my teen years but with a grown-up, fresh twist.
I adored how the author gave us such a variety of personalities: Shaun the sarcastic one hiding his trauma behind jokes, DJ the insecure one who tugged at my heart, and Rake, the one who needs control but is so deeply soft underneath. They balanced each other out so well, and their chemistry? Off the charts.
I also really appreciated the rep — different body types, ethnicities, sexualities — and it felt authentic instead of forced. It made the world richer without distracting from the story.
Plot-wise, there was so much going on (in a good way). Action, danger, tender moments, laugh-out-loud scenes, and a good dose of spice. Honestly, it gave me major nostalgia for the vampire craze of my teen years but with a grown-up, fresh twist.
August 19, 2025
Shaun has been stuck with Lawrence for 15 years, in a vicious cycle of being used and punished (under the guise of BDSM) and being compelled to do things he doesn’t want to. It’s been this way since he was kidnapped by him, though he thought he was meeting up with his boyfriend it turned out Lawrence was awful, oh, and a vampire - and now so is Shaun.
At their BDSM club, Lawrence leaves him to be used and he is approached by DJ and Rake to check if he is okay - though he claims he’s fine and hey are interrupted by Lawrence coming back, the two can’t stop thinking about Shaun and if he is okay.
This was such a fun read, lots of not nice parts for poor Shaun with what h e has endured with Lawrence but Rake and DJ are just so wonderful and sweet with him.
“𝒫𝓁ℯ𝒶𝓈ℯ 𝒸𝒶𝓃 ℐ 𝓉ℴ𝓇𝓉𝓊𝓇ℯ 𝒽𝒾𝓂 𝒶 𝒷𝒾𝓉 𝓂ℴ𝓇ℯ 𝓉ℴℴ, Sir?” 𝒽ℯ 𝒶𝓈𝓀ℯ𝒹.
“𝒲𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒶 𝓌ℴ𝓃𝒹ℯ𝓇𝒻𝓊𝓁 𝒾𝒹ℯ𝒶,”
At their BDSM club, Lawrence leaves him to be used and he is approached by DJ and Rake to check if he is okay - though he claims he’s fine and hey are interrupted by Lawrence coming back, the two can’t stop thinking about Shaun and if he is okay.
This was such a fun read, lots of not nice parts for poor Shaun with what h e has endured with Lawrence but Rake and DJ are just so wonderful and sweet with him.
“𝒫𝓁ℯ𝒶𝓈ℯ 𝒸𝒶𝓃 ℐ 𝓉ℴ𝓇𝓉𝓊𝓇ℯ 𝒽𝒾𝓂 𝒶 𝒷𝒾𝓉 𝓂ℴ𝓇ℯ 𝓉ℴℴ, Sir?” 𝒽ℯ 𝒶𝓈𝓀ℯ𝒹.
“𝒲𝒽𝒶𝓉 𝒶 𝓌ℴ𝓃𝒹ℯ𝓇𝒻𝓊𝓁 𝒾𝒹ℯ𝒶,”
August 14, 2025
I struggled to connect with the MC's, so this was a slow read for me. There is nothing wrong with the story, I just didn't "feel" it.
The repeated use of "recreated" as the term for making a new vampire did my head in and kept pulling me out of the story. I get that the author meant it to be "to give something new life" but making someone into a vampire is creating vampire, not recreating it. Funnily enough the head female vampire referred to her coven as "creations".
I nearly dnf'd at 96% when the MC decided a fuck fest in a cemetary, using blood as lube, would be appropriate.
The repeated use of "recreated" as the term for making a new vampire did my head in and kept pulling me out of the story. I get that the author meant it to be "to give something new life" but making someone into a vampire is creating vampire, not recreating it. Funnily enough the head female vampire referred to her coven as "creations".
I nearly dnf'd at 96% when the MC decided a fuck fest in a cemetary, using blood as lube, would be appropriate.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 8, 2025
Sexy, dark, romantic, horrific, bloody, funny, trauma tastefully done!
Rake and DJ's Relationship healed something inside of me. The way they loved each other, were equal partners in their dynamic and had amazing communication. Them loving each other and then loving Shaun the same is the best part of their relationship.
The traumatic events were respectfully done in a way that it didn't trigger me which I appreciate alot. The author did a great job with the kink aspects. Great book overall.
I need Kid's book now!!
Rake and DJ's Relationship healed something inside of me. The way they loved each other, were equal partners in their dynamic and had amazing communication. Them loving each other and then loving Shaun the same is the best part of their relationship.
The traumatic events were respectfully done in a way that it didn't trigger me which I appreciate alot. The author did a great job with the kink aspects. Great book overall.
I need Kid's book now!!
August 25, 2025
I can’t get over what Marra Moore was able to accomplish in this book. This story touches on the BDSM community, consent, body dysmorphia, and found family all within a fast-paced romance that was just so delicious.
The supernatural element was done to perfection and the ragtag team of do-gooder vigilantes gave me LIFE! Marra also wrote, Lawrence, who might be one of the most hateful villains I’ve ever read. I adored this book, and I can’t wait to read more from her!
The supernatural element was done to perfection and the ragtag team of do-gooder vigilantes gave me LIFE! Marra also wrote, Lawrence, who might be one of the most hateful villains I’ve ever read. I adored this book, and I can’t wait to read more from her!
September 13, 2025
4 ⭐️
3.5 🌶️
BDSM but make it vampires.
Shaun, Rake and DJ were a well done pairing. I loved their devotion to each other.
A great debut. I can’t wait to see what the author comes up with next.
Make sure to check the TW/CW prior to reading.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Vampire x Human
BDSM
D/s dynamics (1 Dom x 2 Subs)
Forced Proximity
Age Gap
Size Difference
Hurt/Comfort
Cheating: No
Third-act breakup: No
POV: Triple POV (Third Person POV)
3.5 🌶️
BDSM but make it vampires.
Shaun, Rake and DJ were a well done pairing. I loved their devotion to each other.
A great debut. I can’t wait to see what the author comes up with next.
Make sure to check the TW/CW prior to reading.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Vampire x Human
BDSM
D/s dynamics (1 Dom x 2 Subs)
Forced Proximity
Age Gap
Size Difference
Hurt/Comfort
Cheating: No
Third-act breakup: No
POV: Triple POV (Third Person POV)
July 20, 2025
I loved this. I felt fully immersed in the story from start to end. There was a perfect blend of backstory, character development, spice, drama and the conclusion brought everything to a wonderful close. I can't wait to read more by Marra Moore. I received an advanced reader copy and I am reviewing this voluntarily.
August 30, 2025
ARC review:
I really enjoyed this one. Found family, BDSM and Dom/sub living, focus on mental health struggles, dealing with the repercussions of trauma and abuse, all in a fun, often sexy vampire story! I really loved all 3 of our MMCs and many of the secondary characters. The HEA was sweet but grounded.
There is quite a bit of blood/gore in this story, so be warned if you are squeamish!
I really enjoyed this one. Found family, BDSM and Dom/sub living, focus on mental health struggles, dealing with the repercussions of trauma and abuse, all in a fun, often sexy vampire story! I really loved all 3 of our MMCs and many of the secondary characters. The HEA was sweet but grounded.
There is quite a bit of blood/gore in this story, so be warned if you are squeamish!
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