All His Touches

by West Greene

Standalone DDlb Romance

Forrest never realized what he was missing out on until he walked into a hair salon to get his hair and beard cut for his best friend’s wedding.

Brayden, the sweet boy with beautiful curls and blue eyes, sucked the air right from his lungs.

Forrest never wasted a moment claiming Brayden as his boy, despite his own aversion to being touched due to trauma. But when Brayden looked at him with those big, blue eyes, Forrest knew he would drop to his knees and give him anything he wanted.

But maybe their time is going to be cut too short.

Laid up in the hospital, wondering if he’s going to live or die, suddenly Forrest is full of regrets. And one of those biggest regrets is not giving his sweet boy everything he needed.

**Trigger warnings: medical scare (appendicitis), aversion to being touched, Daddy Dom/little boy dynamic

Genres: M M Romance, Romance, Gay, Novella, Queer, LGBT

56 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 18, 2023

About the author

West Greene is a romance author that specializes in short, steamy books and erotic shorts.

All your instalove needs can be found in one of her books, whether you're looking for possessive men, men with no morals, spicy FF romance, a boy just needing his Daddy, a twink just needing love, or even the other woman to get her HEA.

West Greene refuses to be stuck in one trope or type of romance. She loves variety, and she's definitely going to share that variety with her readers.

Reviews

[Audi♡ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Naughty mfers getting freaky in a church! 🤭
Short n sweet, I loved it.

“I love you, baby boy. You’re my entire world, the reason I breathe, and I can’t imagine doing any more of this life without you. I want you forever, Brayden. And I don’t mean just until death does us part. I want to find you in every life after this one and make you fall in love with me all over again.”

[bookishninaa]

Underwhelming.

[Saskia Veldhuis · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars. This author is able to write good short stories and this one was no exception. It was interesting that no one in their lives had any issue with their relationship dynamics, and others also supported Brayden in being so very dependent on everyone (admittedly it was a bit too much for my personal liking). I would have liked more detail on the effects of Forrest's touch aversion.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via Booksprout and am happy to leave a voluntary review.

[Magali · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little disappointed with these characters
I generally like the stories of West Greene, and here, the story is tender, romantic in its own way, but I was bothered by the daddy side to which I had not paid attention during my selection. If we put this side aside (very important in the story), there remains a very tender romance between Forrest and Brayden, but also touching because of Forrest's difficulty in accepting being touched. The fact that Brayden is so dependent is probably what bothered me the most, even annoyed me at times.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book

[DLB2572 · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a quick read with some cute parts. It isn't among my favorite stories from West Greene but I was ok with reading it.

I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion

[Elz ࣪ ִֶָ☾. · Rating 1 out of 5]

Just no.

[Amy Louise · Rating 1 out of 5]

Disappointed I paid money for this.

[Savy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now, I usually don't like short stories, because I really want to sink into a story and get to know the characters. So color me surprised when I picked up this story and really enjoyed it!

This short story was just a shot of (spicy) happiness. It was super sweet and drew me in from the start. I didn't feel like I was missing out on anything. West gives us the basic background about both characters, without there being an information dump or having that stuff slow the story down. After the start, we get some sexy times, there is some drama, which resolves, some more sexy times and we have an happy ending, all wrapped up in one.

It was just really neat and makes me want to read more from this author!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Anne Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was adorable
Forrest is a hard-working construction worker he enjoys what he does but what he loves most in the world is his boy Brayden. A lot happened to Forrest when he was younger and he has problems with being touched at times but when he went in for a haircut well forced to go in for a haircut for his friends wedding this is where he met Brayden, he was stunning with his electric blue curly hair and eyes you could get lost in. Forrest was amazed that he didn’t mind his touch. When Forrest left the hairdressers he had asked Brayden to be his date and there had been no looking back. But Brayden is an extremely sensitive young man who doesn’t like to upset anyone or be in the way. Finding someone like Forrest who wanted to take care of him and be his daddy was everything to him. And before long that moved in together
At first I thought Forrest was a bit harsh on Brayden as you read the book you find out that’s exactly what he needs and Brayden and Forrest have the best relationship. They each have an understanding of one another but then something happens that opens their eyes. They are extremely passionate these two but what I really enjoyed was the fact that they didn’t hide their relationship from anyone, there friends and work colleagues excepted them and they were just treated like a normal couple but instead of calling out first name he called daddy. A really good read very sweet understated just the lush read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Marion · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really enjoyed it. It is well written and very easy to read. This is the story of Forrest and Brayden. The story starts while they are already in an established relationship. I would liked to have read more about the growing pains when they first started. Maybe it will be in another book. Forrest have an aversion to touch that he works very hard to put aside to be the perfect Daddy for Brayden. A little more explanation or back story on how his aversion came about would have been appreciated. But none the less, the story is enjoyable. Brayden is a little and has trouble standing up to others and avoids confrontation at all costs. He is perfectly happy to have Forrest exactly the way he is. He realizes his daddy's limitations and never demands more. Both Forrest and Brayden just want to love, protect and care for each other. Even though it is a short story, it is definitely a love story. I liked how they cared for one another and openly loved each other. This is a sweet story and I enjoyed it very much. I look forward to more by this author.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a sweet story Forrest wasn’t treated well as a child he doesn’t like being touched working as a construction worker which he enjoys very much and when he loves he love completely so when he goes in for a haircut which he didn’t want but he must attend for his friend’s wedding and meeting Brayden the stylist who cuts his hair. They say opposites attract and this couldn’t be truer for these two. Brayden a cute stylist with blue hair not just blue but electric blue eyes that trap you for hours and cutting the older man hair enjoying the chance to touch him. Forrest didn’t mind his touch and took a chance asking him to accompany him to the wedding as his plus one. Brayden has struggled with his sensitivity of not upsetting anyone or being in the way so he is happy that Forrest wants to take care of him he has always wanted his very own daddy and of course daddies punish their boys making sure they are the best they can be even if it seems they were a little hard but is it enough will they work together considering his sensitivity, his need not to be touched will they heal each other and can they find happiness along their path of discovery.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Nina Diab · Rating 5 out of 5]

"That boy loves you with every fiber of his soul. His world doesn’t revolve around you; it is you."

I absolutely loved this book. It's a short read, but it felt so complete. I loved both Forrest and Brayden and thought they were so sweet together. Forrest having an aversion to physical touch at certain times (due to trauma from abuse growing up) was an interesting trait, and I loved how it was handled in this story; and how Brayden seemed to sense his Daddy's needs in this regard. I also really liked the supporting characters in this book and you really get a sense for who they are and their personalities.

I was completely hooked and wished this book was longer. I loved the way that Forrest and Brayden first met- as detailed in the story premise- and it was mentioned in this book, though the story began six months afterward. I would have loved a sort of prologue chapter of that meeting and their first date at Jax's wedding- up until Forrest asked him to move in with him. I understand it would have changed the pacing, and I did like this story just the way it is, but I also want more because of how much I love these two men! I've read almost a dozen of this author's books, and this one is my favorite. 5 stars.

[Pipas Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really cute and quick read!
This book was a super cute story. All His Touches is about Forrest and Brayden. The story starts with them already in a relationship and living together, which at first surprised me since it isn't the usual layout of a typical romance novella, but the author made it work. And let me just say, I loved how protective Forrest was of Brayden, his feelings, and his needs, though he had to put his own difficulties aside to be able to meet them sometimes. I also loved how, though it's a short read and their love is already obvious from the start, we still get some anxious moments and uncertainties.
Also, be warned this does have heavy DDlb. Meaning Brayden refers to Forrest as Daddy pretty much every single time, in public and with friends and family. So if that's something you don't enjoy, this one might not be for you.
It's such a short book that you can read it in one sitting, but it still doesn't feel rushed or leave you unsatisfied.
This book was a super cute story. I've read from this author before and have yet to be left disappointed. Totally recommend!!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[꒰ঌAlejandra໒꒱ ♥️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay I’m going to start off by saying if you are not comfortable with a Daddy Dom/Little Boy dynamic, you need to walk away now. Like right now. Daddy is said 97 times in this short story. You can’t skip it. Little Boy does not mean underage, or an actual child. No pedos here. Calm your t;ts.

All His Touches is a short story, it is a very quick read. It is not a full length novel and can be seen as rushed. It is meant to be.

Spice level (1-5): 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Kink level (1-3): ⛓️ Daddy kink, DD/LB, MM

I would recommend All His Touches to readers who like DD/LG. If you like BDSM dynamics, DD/LB, MM romance, age gap, insta love, HEA, Daddy kink, you’ll love All His Touches. This book does contain male on male action, an older dominant caretaker and a younger submissive, and a hospital scare. For the BDSM readers that don’t mind DD/LB this one is for you!.

*I received an Advance Reader Copy for free via Booksprout and I am leaving an honest review of my own volition. All thoughts are my own.*

[Anij · Rating 4 out of 5]

“I’d do anything in the world for him if it meant keeping him happy.”

Cute, steamy, and very short, this isn’t as much a story as a part of one. When the book begins Forrest and Brayden are already together and in love. Sure, we get a little about how the met but personally I would have liked to actually had their story from the start. I’d love to know how Forrest got over his aversion to being touched enough to be in the kind of relationship they are in. I want to see them get to know each other and fall in love, watch Forrest as he’s charmed by sweet Brayden and be there when Brayden opens up to this strong man. Instead of being told how adorable it was the first time he called Forrest daddy, I wish we could have seen it.

Still, what we do get is enjoyable. Their dynamic is touching and very authentic. It’s sweet to see how much they love each other and how good they are together. Even the ending was sweet and true to character. Very low angst, this is quite simply a story about two lovely people living their HEA.

[Nickolas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Maybe its just me and I might have just not been exposed to some of the phrasing used in this book, however, I had to stop a few times because things just didn't sound right to me. There was a couple on instances referring to parts of anatomy that contextually seemed to relate the rear end with "the space between" as the same thing. I may have misunderstood, but it read as if it were the same. There were other parts where it was more about the communication between the characters. Apparently, even in public, these two don't use names other than "Daddy" and "boy" unless there is something serious happening... and even then, not really. There were also a few things said that I have not heard in a long time, and only from a few crude southern women, ie - "a good d***en."

Its a decent quick read though.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Hanna Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book focuses on Forrest and Brayden. Forrest and Brayden fell for each other right away when they met 6 months prior when Forrest went into the salon Brayden works at to get his haircut for his friend's wedding. Forrest loves Brayden with everything he has in him but he sometimes feels like he doesn’t deserve Brayden because of his aversion to being touched. He had a rough childhood that left him not able to handle people touching him but he tries to allow Brayden to do so as much as he can. When a medical emergency requires Forrest to have surgery, his feelings, both the negative and the positive, go on high alert. All he wants in life is to give Brayden everything he desires in life and to be the one to be the man to love and protect his boy. I love how perfect Forrest and Brayden were together and how they gave each other exactly what they needed in life. This was such a wonderful story!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Yvonne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short and Sweet. This was a short, sweet Daddy story between Forrest and Brayden. My enjoyment started at a 3 then ramped up close to a 5 then dropped back down - but I give it a solid 3 overall. For the title and blurb to be about touches I needed more of the reasoning and background up front so I wasn't constantly distracted with why, why, why? Brayden was adorable and the middle of the book was sweet and cute and all warm and fuzzy. Then the end, although sweet, was a coast for me with the dress - I just never felt like Brayden was characterized that way during the whole story. I received a copy of this book from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shawna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved All His Touches: Standalone DDlb Romance. Forrest loves his little boy Brayden but he’s damaged and sometimes Daddy can’t give Brayden what he needs. Brayden never complains and just gives Forrest everything. Unfortunately, when Forrest has a medical emergency it makes him explore his life and he knows he has to do better for Brayden. Brayden deserves the world and Forrest is determined to give it to him. This was such a sweet story and I loved the characters. I would definitely recommend this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[La'Jacinth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a short story about two people that fit into the gaps missing in each other life. I have to say that it was great read and made you see your own relationship as just what is needed.

Forrest struggles to touch his boy, Brayden, because of the trauma from his childhood. Brayden understand and is willing to make the adjustments as long as he has Daddy, Forrest. Forrest knows Brayden needs to be touched and fight his own aversion to touch to give Brayden what he needs. That is nothing but love.

Love West Greene's books!!!! They are insightful for just the human condition.

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[Annelies · Rating 4 out of 5]

The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Heat/Steam:🌶🌶🌶.5
Story/Plot: 📕📕📕
Narrator(s): 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Solo Narration
Listened to it on Everand/Scribed


I was kind of disappointed after reading the summary of the book. I thought the story was going to be about how they met, so I started it and quickly had to double-check. The audiobook wasn’t messed up; they were already together. I feel like the story of their meeting would’ve been much more interesting than what we were given. Additionally, I’ve listened to other books with this trope, and they seemed to delve a bit too deep into it for my taste, though it wasn’t completely off-putting.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVED this story. Forrest was so protective of Brayden in every situation that they came across together. Forrest also has an aversion to touch due to abuse from his childhood, but he does make sacrifices for Brayden, since he needs his touch. Brayden does acknowledge that he understands if Forrest isn't in the right headspace for touch and doesn't want to make him uncomfortable.

The spice was a 10 out of 10 as they both were constantly drawn to one another.

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[Romantic888 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forrest has found his perfect, sweet boy in Brayden, despite Forrest's abusive past where he has a difficult time being touched. They are in love, their chemistry is off the charts, and life is wonderful. But an emergency happens that scares them both, and this story shows us how they deal with life that happens after the HEA. So many stories stop when the couple gets to the HEA. I love that this one starts there. It's a short, quick read, with a good story and a very satisfying ending.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jenifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sweetly romantic story of a overly protective daddy and his little boy in a relationship that rocks the house. When there's a medical emergency that causes Forrest to have surgery, Braedan is beside himself with worry. But as Forrest reminds him, he'll always be there to protect him. Then when Forrest proposes, holy heck I swooned. I've never seen a proposal so sweetly done. I'd say yes to anyone who proposed to me with those lines in a heartbeat.

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[Julia Andersson · Rating 5 out of 5]

So, I'll be honest and say I haven't really read many books where the MCs are already in a relationship when the story starts, so this was different for me. But it was so fucking good. I've been thinking about giving books like that a try and I'm so glad I picked up this one.

Well-written, highly enjoyable, and filled with love and romance and some spice. Brayden was such a sweet boy and Forrest such a wonderful Daddy. I so, so highly recommend this novella!.

(I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.)

[Janice Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a beautiful written book of found love, of sacrifices for family, and second chances. The MC’s had a deep connection and their chemistry was strong and passionate. Even though Forrest had an aversion to touch, you could tell that he still gave Brayden the touches and all the love that his boy needed and deserved. The MC’s were perfect for each other. The steamy scenes were well-written and had me aching for more. I love this author’s writing style, and this was another book that was well worth the read.

I received an ARC of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Syd Springer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really sweet book. Forrest has had some trauma in his life that he continues to work through but he can't help but fall for Brayden. Brayden and Forrest are opposites in just about every way for they are prefect for each other. I enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to more from West soon.

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[C.B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The things you do for love. Forrest was with Brayden whom he called his boy for 6 months. Amazing, since Forrest hated being touched as a result of an earlier trauma. Forrest, was a goner from the minute he met Forrest and could deny him nothing. Does Forrest get over his phobia? Forrest and Brayden are two of the sweetest characters of whom I've read in a long time. Nice story. I receivd an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shannon Janssen · Rating 5 out of 5]

West Greene is easily one of my favorite short story authors. I do not know how she does it. I never feel short changed when reading one of her short stories.
"All His Touches" has all the right feels. Forrest and Brayden may be opposites but they are perfect for each other. They are so sweet and their love flows. I loved this book and cannot wait for more from West Greene.

I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved All His Touches by West Greene. It's a standalone DDlb romance. This book was hot! I loved Brayden and his daddy, Forrest. I loved that his daddy puts his boy's needs before his own, and I loved that Brayden got to wear a wedding dress to his wedding just like he had always dreamed of.
I look forward to reading more books by this author.

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