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The Glory Whole Redemption
Never cross a witch.
It’s a lesson I learned too late and now I’ve spent two years paying for my crimes against her. But something is changing. Maybe the spell is weakening, maybe the witch is. Either way, it’s time to get my revenge on the witch that cursed me.
This is a deeply unserious story about a man cursed to be a glory hole. It is intended for audiences 18+.
It’s a lesson I learned too late and now I’ve spent two years paying for my crimes against her. But something is changing. Maybe the spell is weakening, maybe the witch is. Either way, it’s time to get my revenge on the witch that cursed me.
This is a deeply unserious story about a man cursed to be a glory hole. It is intended for audiences 18+.
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72 pages, Paperback
Published August 27, 2025
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August 27, 2025
Finally, after reading the first two books, we get to see what happens to Josh. What exactly did he do to deserve to be punished by Bethany the witch. Even though the book was short the ride was fun. This series is my first time reading sentient object romance. I was not disappointed!!
I want to thank BookSirens and Sabrina Cross for the ARC. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I want to thank BookSirens and Sabrina Cross for the ARC. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
August 17, 2025
The Glory Whole Redemption (Book 3) 🍆
First off—THANK YOU to Sabrina Cross for letting me ARC this delicious chaos. 🙏 After the absolute filth-fest of books 1 & 2, I had my mind set on vengeance, grovelling, maybe some drywall-daddy drama… but nope. Book 3 swerved, hit the gas, and took me somewhere I didn’t expect. And I LOVED it.
Do I want to scream spoilers? YES. Am I going to behave? Unfortunately. But let’s just say—when I finally found out what really happened to Josh? I blinked. Then I blinked again. Then I shouted “NO WAY” at my poor dog, who now thinks I’m possessed. And then ANOTHER plot twist came along and I did it all over again.
Josh, my sweet cursed man. You’ve been through it. You’ve been the voyeur, the wingman, the literal wall of smutty dreams. Now? I just want to scoop you up, take you home, give you a soft blanket… and maybe play with your “hole” for a little while. 🤣 Poor boy is so pent-up I swear he’s a one-man pressure cooker.
This was the perfect chaotic conclusion. My drywall daddy era is officially complete.
First off—THANK YOU to Sabrina Cross for letting me ARC this delicious chaos. 🙏 After the absolute filth-fest of books 1 & 2, I had my mind set on vengeance, grovelling, maybe some drywall-daddy drama… but nope. Book 3 swerved, hit the gas, and took me somewhere I didn’t expect. And I LOVED it.
Do I want to scream spoilers? YES. Am I going to behave? Unfortunately. But let’s just say—when I finally found out what really happened to Josh? I blinked. Then I blinked again. Then I shouted “NO WAY” at my poor dog, who now thinks I’m possessed. And then ANOTHER plot twist came along and I did it all over again.
Josh, my sweet cursed man. You’ve been through it. You’ve been the voyeur, the wingman, the literal wall of smutty dreams. Now? I just want to scoop you up, take you home, give you a soft blanket… and maybe play with your “hole” for a little while. 🤣 Poor boy is so pent-up I swear he’s a one-man pressure cooker.
This was the perfect chaotic conclusion. My drywall daddy era is officially complete.
August 16, 2025
JOSH!! My baby.
The long awaited conclusion of this series.
The edging had come to an end.
And what a end it was!!
Oh how I felt for both of them, but als had induration while reading.
Like legit I was screaming at my screen.
But it is all in good fun to come to the end to cross that finish line.
And to have them find their happy ending every thing was worth it.
And I even shed a little tear.
The long awaited conclusion of this series.
The edging had come to an end.
And what a end it was!!
Oh how I felt for both of them, but als had induration while reading.
Like legit I was screaming at my screen.
But it is all in good fun to come to the end to cross that finish line.
And to have them find their happy ending every thing was worth it.
And I even shed a little tear.
August 26, 2025
This journey has been a wild one, and I’m so glad to finally have some answers as to why Josh was cursed!! This was definitely one of the craziest sentient romance books I’ve read, but I had a great time 😂 these two were extraaaa spicy, and I loved the resolution.
If you’re looking for an angsty, super spicy, and wild time, this is perfect!!
TROPES:
Second Chance
Groveling
Edging
Pegging
Redemption
Thank you so much to Sabrina Cross for sending me an arc for an honest review. 💖
If you’re looking for an angsty, super spicy, and wild time, this is perfect!!
TROPES:
Second Chance
Groveling
Edging
Pegging
Redemption
Thank you so much to Sabrina Cross for sending me an arc for an honest review. 💖
September 2, 2025
funny and entertaining. it was super quick to read. there wasn't really much of a plot but it was all good because it was meant to just get you to look at redemption and curses in a whole new way.
August 19, 2025
short, spicy, and sweet lil read. i love u josh
August 16, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ 4 🌶
📖Pages: 60
🗓Release: 08.27.25
MCs: bethany ♡ josh gay
"If you can't forgive me, you have to learn how to forget me" 🥺
yes, joshie was quite lacking as a bf back then. he knew it, he even owned that misunderstanding that led them to this situationship, & accepted his fate without a word. but dayuum did bethany go overboard with her methods. she practically SWISS CHEESED him!!
i really wanna continue reading more of josh, but i 💯 enjoyed this conclusion!! more ♥️felt than the previous but juz as spicy!! for such quick reads, he has shown so much growth!! even MORE than bethany!! but... hey!! she came around so i forgive her😅 & as unfortunate as the whole situation was, they both learned valuable lessons & got their heas!!
"...change is possible with the right motivation"
🕳️ book 3 of the Cursed Matchmaker series with interconnected characters but can be read as a STANDALONE
✨ sᴇɴᴛıᴇɴᴛ ටʙᴊᴇᴄᴛ ɢʟටʀʏ ʜටʟᴇ
✨ 2ɴᴅ ᴄʜᴀɴᴄᴇ
✨ ᴍısᴜɴᴅᴇʀsᴛᴀɴᴅıɴɢ
✨ sʜᴍᴇx ᴄʟᴜʙ
✨ ᴍᴀɢıᴄᴀʟ ᴄᴜʀsᴇ
✨ ғටʀᴄᴇᴅ "ට"
✨ ᴘᴇɢɢıɴɢ
✨ ʟıɢʜᴛ ʙටɴᴅᴀɢᴇ
🕳️ thankU Sabrina Cross for this ARC. felt like i juz had a quickie that rocked my world & this is my honest opinion
📖Pages: 60
🗓Release: 08.27.25
MCs: bethany ♡ josh gay
"If you can't forgive me, you have to learn how to forget me" 🥺
yes, joshie was quite lacking as a bf back then. he knew it, he even owned that misunderstanding that led them to this situationship, & accepted his fate without a word. but dayuum did bethany go overboard with her methods. she practically SWISS CHEESED him!!
i really wanna continue reading more of josh, but i 💯 enjoyed this conclusion!! more ♥️felt than the previous but juz as spicy!! for such quick reads, he has shown so much growth!! even MORE than bethany!! but... hey!! she came around so i forgive her😅 & as unfortunate as the whole situation was, they both learned valuable lessons & got their heas!!
"...change is possible with the right motivation"
🕳️ book 3 of the Cursed Matchmaker series with interconnected characters but can be read as a STANDALONE
✨ sᴇɴᴛıᴇɴᴛ ටʙᴊᴇᴄᴛ ɢʟටʀʏ ʜටʟᴇ
✨ 2ɴᴅ ᴄʜᴀɴᴄᴇ
✨ ᴍısᴜɴᴅᴇʀsᴛᴀɴᴅıɴɢ
✨ sʜᴍᴇx ᴄʟᴜʙ
✨ ᴍᴀɢıᴄᴀʟ ᴄᴜʀsᴇ
✨ ғටʀᴄᴇᴅ "ට"
✨ ᴘᴇɢɢıɴɢ
✨ ʟıɢʜᴛ ʙටɴᴅᴀɢᴇ
🕳️ thankU Sabrina Cross for this ARC. felt like i juz had a quickie that rocked my world & this is my honest opinion
August 21, 2025
4.5 ⭐️
After reading the first two books in The Cursed Matchmaker series, I had one desire: to read The Glory Whole Redemption and learn more about Bethany and Josh’s relationship. Most importantly, I wanted to know what had prompted Bethany to curse Josh by turning him into a hole in a wall.
First, I think it’s great that Sabrina Cross mentions in her author’s notes that everyone involved is consenting. That said, I can now move on to another essential point: I loved this novella! This isn’t surprising, as I loved all the other books in the series.
It’s difficult to write this review without revealing any spoilers 😅 and I never aim to do that in my reviews, especially when it comes to this book. All I can say—as mentioned in the blurb—is that it’s time for Josh to get his revenge on Bethany. However, as the title suggests, the story also gives Josh an opportunity to redeem himself for the pain and sorrow he caused her.
Personally, I liked how The Glory Whole Redemption ended. I had my hypothesis, and I was pleased to see it confirmed.
I would definitely recommend The Glory Whole Redemption, as well as The Cursed Matchmaker series. Special thanks to Sabrina Crosse for including one of my favorite things in books (from Bethany’s point of view at the end of the book, to be precise).
Many thanks to Sabrina Cross for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC of The Glory Whole Redemption. This review is my own. All opinions expressed are mine.
After reading the first two books in The Cursed Matchmaker series, I had one desire: to read The Glory Whole Redemption and learn more about Bethany and Josh’s relationship. Most importantly, I wanted to know what had prompted Bethany to curse Josh by turning him into a hole in a wall.
First, I think it’s great that Sabrina Cross mentions in her author’s notes that everyone involved is consenting. That said, I can now move on to another essential point: I loved this novella! This isn’t surprising, as I loved all the other books in the series.
It’s difficult to write this review without revealing any spoilers 😅 and I never aim to do that in my reviews, especially when it comes to this book. All I can say—as mentioned in the blurb—is that it’s time for Josh to get his revenge on Bethany. However, as the title suggests, the story also gives Josh an opportunity to redeem himself for the pain and sorrow he caused her.
Personally, I liked how The Glory Whole Redemption ended. I had my hypothesis, and I was pleased to see it confirmed.
I would definitely recommend The Glory Whole Redemption, as well as The Cursed Matchmaker series. Special thanks to Sabrina Crosse for including one of my favorite things in books (from Bethany’s point of view at the end of the book, to be precise).
Many thanks to Sabrina Cross for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC of The Glory Whole Redemption. This review is my own. All opinions expressed are mine.
August 16, 2025
This was such a fun read and a perfect wrap-up to The Cursed Matchmaker series. Finally getting the backstory on why Josh was cursed to be a glory hole was everything and his relationship with Bethany kept me hooked. At first I was rooting for Bethany when Josh’s past actions came to light even though I had been sympathetic toward him in the previous books.
This fast-paced, one-sitting read is absolutely spicy and full of steamy moments. I kept questioning whether Josh could really have betrayed her the way it seemed but the evidence was there. And then the ending hits and it is a total facepalm moment for both of them, and really, for me too!
And yes, there is a sweet satisfying HEA to leave you grinning.
Thank you Sabrina Cross for another hilarious, hot, and surprisingly emotional ride. You are an instant read for me every time and I can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
This fast-paced, one-sitting read is absolutely spicy and full of steamy moments. I kept questioning whether Josh could really have betrayed her the way it seemed but the evidence was there. And then the ending hits and it is a total facepalm moment for both of them, and really, for me too!
And yes, there is a sweet satisfying HEA to leave you grinning.
Thank you Sabrina Cross for another hilarious, hot, and surprisingly emotional ride. You are an instant read for me every time and I can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
August 15, 2025
✨✨ARC REVIEW✨✨
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
The conclusion to this story is finally coming and so is Josh!
I loved joshes redemption ark as well as a shocking discovery as to why Josh was turned into a sentient glory whole and the miscommunication behind it.
I feel bad for Josh but I’m glad he’s finally got closure and gets to live his happily ever after. This book is a lot more emotionally driven then the first two so although this is still a good time it also does stab you in the heart with a small but effective pointy object.
I think that this series is such a good pallet cleanser between books and I reccomend this to anyone who is curious about a cursed sentient glory whole 🤣 thank you Sabrina cross for having me on your arc team and for existing I love the books you write so much!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
The conclusion to this story is finally coming and so is Josh!
I loved joshes redemption ark as well as a shocking discovery as to why Josh was turned into a sentient glory whole and the miscommunication behind it.
I feel bad for Josh but I’m glad he’s finally got closure and gets to live his happily ever after. This book is a lot more emotionally driven then the first two so although this is still a good time it also does stab you in the heart with a small but effective pointy object.
I think that this series is such a good pallet cleanser between books and I reccomend this to anyone who is curious about a cursed sentient glory whole 🤣 thank you Sabrina cross for having me on your arc team and for existing I love the books you write so much!
August 17, 2025
The Glory Whole Redemption - Sabrina Cross
This book was a wild ride, and I enjoyed every second of it. I absolutely need to read this series and do a reread of this book. I adore this authors writing and I can’t get enough of it. The characters Josh and Bethany, were so fun and I liked their story and it definitely made me want to read the first books in the series. I definitely would recommend this book and series for people who love sentient romances or who want to experience the genre.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / Out of 5 Stars ⭐️
Format 💫 Gifted Digital Copy
Series 🌙 The Cursed Matchmaker, #3
Genre/Tropes ✨ sentient romance, second chance romance, novella
This book was a wild ride, and I enjoyed every second of it. I absolutely need to read this series and do a reread of this book. I adore this authors writing and I can’t get enough of it. The characters Josh and Bethany, were so fun and I liked their story and it definitely made me want to read the first books in the series. I definitely would recommend this book and series for people who love sentient romances or who want to experience the genre.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / Out of 5 Stars ⭐️
Format 💫 Gifted Digital Copy
Series 🌙 The Cursed Matchmaker, #3
Genre/Tropes ✨ sentient romance, second chance romance, novella
August 23, 2025
3.5 rounding up to 4
The Glory Whole Redemption brings Josh’s story to a close with plenty of spice, humor, and a few surprising twists. After two books of buildup, this novella finally reveals the truth behind his curse and the missteps that landed him in such a bizarre situation.
The pacing is quick, making it easy to finish in a single sitting, and the mix of outrageous premise with sharp banter keeps it entertaining throughout. While shorter than I expected, it ties up the series neatly and gives both characters the resolution they needed.
Josh really seems to have come around, after everything Bethany did to him, and became a better person for it, whether he deserved his punishment or not.
The Glory Whole Redemption brings Josh’s story to a close with plenty of spice, humor, and a few surprising twists. After two books of buildup, this novella finally reveals the truth behind his curse and the missteps that landed him in such a bizarre situation.
The pacing is quick, making it easy to finish in a single sitting, and the mix of outrageous premise with sharp banter keeps it entertaining throughout. While shorter than I expected, it ties up the series neatly and gives both characters the resolution they needed.
Josh really seems to have come around, after everything Bethany did to him, and became a better person for it, whether he deserved his punishment or not.
August 29, 2025
Okay, I have mixed feelings on this story.
While I really loved the redemption arc of Josh and how he knew he had needed the time for growth and maturing, I can never hang with a miscommunication trope. Bethany jumped to conclusions and never let Josh explain and then just blew up his life? And he’s okay with it(ish)? It had some nice spicy scenes, there were some cute and tender moments, but I really did not like Bethany by the end of the story.
Thank you to Sabrina for the ARC so I could leave my honest opinion.
While I really loved the redemption arc of Josh and how he knew he had needed the time for growth and maturing, I can never hang with a miscommunication trope. Bethany jumped to conclusions and never let Josh explain and then just blew up his life? And he’s okay with it(ish)? It had some nice spicy scenes, there were some cute and tender moments, but I really did not like Bethany by the end of the story.
Thank you to Sabrina for the ARC so I could leave my honest opinion.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 12, 2025
Josh is certainly a one of a kind man.
His girlfriend sees him asleep in bed with a woman , and accuses him and curses him to be a glory hole. No time for excuses or anything! Now two years later the curse wears off. I believe there would be a lot of paybacks, if I were Josh. See how things evolve, and if the couple stays together. This was a very strange story. I voluntarily read a free copy of this book provided by book sirens and am giving an honest review.
His girlfriend sees him asleep in bed with a woman , and accuses him and curses him to be a glory hole. No time for excuses or anything! Now two years later the curse wears off. I believe there would be a lot of paybacks, if I were Josh. See how things evolve, and if the couple stays together. This was a very strange story. I voluntarily read a free copy of this book provided by book sirens and am giving an honest review.
August 22, 2025
Thank you BookSirens, and Sabrina Cross for sending me this advance review copy for free. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. I don't want to spoil any details, but I'm so happy for Josh. That poor guy went through so much, and that HEA was so deserved.
This was a great fast paced, and extra hot novella! I read it all in one sitting, because it was impossible to put down.
This was a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. I don't want to spoil any details, but I'm so happy for Josh. That poor guy went through so much, and that HEA was so deserved.
This was a great fast paced, and extra hot novella! I read it all in one sitting, because it was impossible to put down.
August 24, 2025
❌ Sin. Secrets. Redemption. ❌
The Glory Whole: Redemption by Sabrina Cross is the kind of book that leaves your pulse racing and your jaw on the floor. The heroine? Sexy and fierce. The MMC? You’ll want to take him home and wrap him in your arms. The tension? 🔥. The spice? Off. The. Charts. 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you’ve been craving a dark, daring romance that isn’t afraid to push limits (and make you blush while doing it), this is the one you need on your shelf. 👀
The Glory Whole: Redemption by Sabrina Cross is the kind of book that leaves your pulse racing and your jaw on the floor. The heroine? Sexy and fierce. The MMC? You’ll want to take him home and wrap him in your arms. The tension? 🔥. The spice? Off. The. Charts. 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you’ve been craving a dark, daring romance that isn’t afraid to push limits (and make you blush while doing it), this is the one you need on your shelf. 👀
October 22, 2025
After getting little bread crumbs about Bethany putting a curse on Josh in the first two books, we find out what exactly happens to him. I was at the edge of my seat reading each chapter because this book was jam-packed with drama! This was miscommunication done right, in my opinion!
Thank you to Sabrina Cross for the opportunity to read an Advanced Reader's Copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
Thank you to Sabrina Cross for the opportunity to read an Advanced Reader's Copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
August 14, 2025
Josh and Bethany! 🥵🥵🥵
This was such a fun conclusion to this story!! My poor Josh and what he had to go through not only got his revenge but his HEA!
Bethany girl, I know what it’s like to get angry first without actually listening to anything 😉
Super spicy! 🌶️
Sabrina I can and will read anything you write!
This was such a fun conclusion to this story!! My poor Josh and what he had to go through not only got his revenge but his HEA!
Bethany girl, I know what it’s like to get angry first without actually listening to anything 😉
Super spicy! 🌶️
Sabrina I can and will read anything you write!
August 14, 2025
Finally poor Josh was put out of his misery!
After two years of being cursed to be a hole in the wall 👀 he was more than ready to give Bethany a taste of her own medicine!
I knew it must of been something bad to curse someone like that and it did hurt my stomach when I found out but I trusted Sabrina Cross would make it right and she did!
Amazing read! Definitely worth the wait for Josh's story!
After two years of being cursed to be a hole in the wall 👀 he was more than ready to give Bethany a taste of her own medicine!
I knew it must of been something bad to curse someone like that and it did hurt my stomach when I found out but I trusted Sabrina Cross would make it right and she did!
Amazing read! Definitely worth the wait for Josh's story!
August 19, 2025
Cursing your unfaithful boyfriend into a glory hole… why not? After 2 years of being used the curse weakens and Josh turns human again.
This story had me laughing out loud/feeling uncomfortable and curious. All wrapped in one.
Genuinely a nice read👍.
I received an arc and am leaving this review voluntarily.
This story had me laughing out loud/feeling uncomfortable and curious. All wrapped in one.
Genuinely a nice read👍.
I received an arc and am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 24, 2025
#teamjosh #freejosh
This was a satisfying ending. I couldn’t believe Josh had done anything bad enough to warrant his punishment and I was right. Just the right amount of spice that happened in appropriate times. Well done, good quick read that even if you have to pause, you can jump right back in without needing to go back to see what happened.
This was a satisfying ending. I couldn’t believe Josh had done anything bad enough to warrant his punishment and I was right. Just the right amount of spice that happened in appropriate times. Well done, good quick read that even if you have to pause, you can jump right back in without needing to go back to see what happened.
August 25, 2025
#FREEJOSH
This is just the wrap up I needed. After being edged right along with Josh, we finally get some answers! Obviously Josh finds his freedom and exacts his revenge. Him and Bethany together are HOT! I feel like this experience taught both of them so much about themselves. This was short, sweet, funny, and hot. The perfect little bow to finish off this series.
This is just the wrap up I needed. After being edged right along with Josh, we finally get some answers! Obviously Josh finds his freedom and exacts his revenge. Him and Bethany together are HOT! I feel like this experience taught both of them so much about themselves. This was short, sweet, funny, and hot. The perfect little bow to finish off this series.
August 28, 2025
This was a fun little ending to a fun little series. The spice was SPICING. And it was hot. I'm not a huge fan of miscommunication, so that part was not my jam. And for a "glory hole" series, I was very bummed there was not a single glory hole scene in this book. But still a fun, SPICY, little read.
January 14, 2026
Tell me why, exactly, I just devoured a trilogy about a guy cursed to be a sentient glory hole and the witch whose heart he broke? I, ummm. Have nothing to say for myself except: this was fucking fun!
Loved this last part especially. Josh and Bethany are exactly the kind of messed up people in love I like to read about lol
Loved this last part especially. Josh and Bethany are exactly the kind of messed up people in love I like to read about lol
April 6, 2026
Josh is Redeemed
The conclusion to this trilogy of novellas. The curse is lifted and now Bethany and Josh have to work through their issues and decide if their is a future together or not. You should read all three novellas in a consecutive sequence and can complete it in a few hours.
The conclusion to this trilogy of novellas. The curse is lifted and now Bethany and Josh have to work through their issues and decide if their is a future together or not. You should read all three novellas in a consecutive sequence and can complete it in a few hours.
August 12, 2025
Sabrina Cross how dare you make me feel so many things! Thank you for trusting me as an arc reader 🖤 I couldn't be happier with this conclusion and the journey to get there. You amaze me more with every word you write! This is raw, emotional, and intriguing. You spend time questioning if this is a 2nd chance romance or a chance at revenge and you won't be disappointed.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 17, 2025
Oooh boy, did Bethany go hard on Josh!!! Ngl, it was brutal, but the guy took it like an absolute champ, learned from the experience, and even BEGGED for another chance! There's a lot more feels in this book - a lot of hurt between the MCs but also a lot of love there as well. I enjoyed it!
October 12, 2025
After being trapped as a Glory hole for the last 2 years, he's finally able to gain his freedom, and the he and the witch that cursed him find out the truth behind the event that caused him to be cursed.
A fun read, loved it.
A fun read, loved it.
August 15, 2025
I need more stars to give! 🤩❤️ No spoilers! Just go read the book! (Books! All three of them!)
August 15, 2025
Hell yeah for Josh finally getting some redemption!
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