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@quinnreed.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 1:19 AM

🥵 REVIEW 🥵

THE KINKY ONE: Escort vol 2 by #N.O.One, narrated by #KallestraSpencer & #RyanLeeDunlap 4.5🌟

The spicy keeps spicing & drawing me in

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Title: The Kinky One, The Escort volume two

Author: N.O. One

Performed by: Kallestra Spencer & Ryan Lee Dunlap

*****Book review*****

>Web of Pain<

Yeah, I get it. This is part two of a six-part series. That doesn't mean you should leave me with that ending, ladies! Really? That was mean. 😡 (This is my best pouting emoji.)

River (Rose, Skittles, Psyche) Fox continues to lead an interesting life. This isn't a traditional romance as she's an escort and hasn't met her one... yet. I love that we get to see her personal and professional lives.

I like Nathaniel (Candy Aisle Guy / CAG) Reed, even if he has secrets of his own. He definitely removed himself from friend zone territory and is proving to be quite the companion! 🥵🌶🔥 Things get primal and down right naughty. Not only do I love the heat level, but I also love how River is able to let go and live in the moment.

-- Book quote
'Naïve Rose disappeared the night a square patch of her skin was peeled off by a fucking psycho.'
-- River Fox

There are some dark elements. It bears repeating: this isn't a safe book, nor is it a traditional romance. There's plenty of dirty fun, several kinks, and a few crossed lines.

My opinions from book one of Kai Briggs solidify. I like the new client, Elijah Duke. My heart goes out to anyone in that situation, and how it concludes is inspiring. The psycho? Yeah, I would've been OK not having him show up, but it is part of her journey. Until the next installment....

I listened to the audio book. The narrators are Ryan Lee Dunlap and Kallestra Spencer. They were really easy to listen to. The book just flew by thanks to good writing and narration. 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4.5 stars
Narration: 4 stars
Listening Speed: 1.8x

H = 34; h = 26

>TROPES & TRIGGERS:<
🎙 Dual narration
🖤 Dark romance
💥 Kinky AF
☠️ Assault
🫣 Semi-private encounters
🏃‍♀️ Primal play
❤️ Found family
💬 Dirty talk
🔥 Open-door steamy scenes 🌶
👀 Multiple partners
🍑 …

@quinnreed.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 12:41 AM

🌶️ REVIEW 🌶️

THE RICH ONE: Escort bk 1 by #N.O.One, narrated by #KallestraSpencer 4🌟

A fantastic start to the series - dark, spicy, & riveting

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Title: The Rich One

Author: N.O. One

*****Book review*****

>Interesting Beginning<

I really like how this starts with zero preamble with an interesting client. River "Rose" Fox definitely leads an interesting life. It may not be a traditional career choice, but I appreciate that she embraces it and does what she feels she must.

-- Book quote
'My head suddenly feels lighter, and I’m no longer Rose. I’m River again.'
-- River Fox

I do love that even when things go sideways, she perseveres. Aside from with her loved ones, she doesn't back down on tough conversations, be it a jealous ex, a business associate, or a client.

As for the men in her life, not surprisingly, she has some things going on there. First up is her childhood love, best friend, and occasional lover, Kai Briggs. I'm not a fan. He's too... what's the word?... selfish will have to do. His actions don't line up with their supposed destiny.

Next up is the very fine billionaire, Tyler Walker. Mmm... yeah, there's only one unfortunate downside to him from Rose's perspective. The other parts are very enticing. Yeah, I'm a bit partial to him.

Then we have the neighborhood guy, Nathaniel (Nate, Candy Aisle Guy or CAG) Reed, who is close to friend zoning himself but seems like a good guy in need of a second chance at love. Even if he isn't right for River, I like their budding relationship.

Lastly, we have the unknown stalker who leaves extremely... unconventional... and creepy "gifts." On one hand, I'm curious where this goes. On the other hand, I want him to just fade away. *shivers*

This isn't a safe book, nor is it a traditional romance. There's plenty of dirty fun, several kinks, and a few crossed lines.

I'm intrigued enough to want to see what comes next. The next book sounds very promising. 😉

The narrator, Lenox Louis / Kallestra Spencer, is great. I love the sass and attitude that comes flying across my earbuds (definitely listen with those on). 🎧❤️🎧

Story: 4 stars
Narration…

@orabsurdist.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 12:30 AM

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100% character driven. 😏

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@quinnreed.bsky.social Oct 10, 2026, 7:34 PM

🔥REVIEW🔥

ALMOST ROTTEN: Men of Evercrisp Orchard 2 by #AbbyMillsaps, narrated by #DevonRyder #AmyHall & #LeeSamuels 4🌟

Wow, that is some cliffy 👀

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Title: Almost Rotten, Men of Evercrisp Orchard Book two

Author: Abby Millsaps

Performed by: Amy Hall, Lee Samuels, and Devon Ryder

*****Book review*****

>Conflict & Interest<

I knew this would end in a cliffhanger, but DANG! 🫢 Well played, Abby. Well played.

I'm starting in the middle of the trilogy, and I'm able to easily keep up. There are a few back story items that I'd like more details on. For those, I do have the first book and hope to go back to it before I read the conclusion, but I don't think it's a requirement.

From the beginning, Sawyer (little nuisance, petit diable, Sawwie(sp?)) Davvies is fighting her attractions even to the men she's already given herself to. One man is twisted, the other hot. I expected this to be wicked hot, and it didn't disappoint. 🌶

-- Book quote
'Forget possession.
Pure obsession has taken over.'
-- Tytus Tremblay

Now, here's my quick take on our amorous, possessive men. Tytus (Ty) Tremblay definitely has some demons that he needs to exorcize before he can be worthy of Sawyer. His 🍆 piercings do have me overlooking a flaw or five. 🔥 And those moments they get lost in each other are... 🫦 ...dynamite. 💥 I think he's the hardest for me to come around to.

The past haunts Mercer Eden, too, and when he gives into the darkness, I'm left wondering if Sawyer can forgive his mistake. He is definitely over-the-top even on a good day. I mostly find his antics hit my dark sense of humor. He does need a swift kick in the pants on occasion. Just be careful where you kick because those other skills are very yummy. The fact that he seems to be as fluid with his sexuality as Sawyer makes me like him a bit more.

Noah Henry is the heart and provides a safe space for those he cares for. He's incredibly easy to like. Like everyone else, he has some ghosts that haunt him, but his sensitive nature calls to me.

I'll be back. I need to see where this goes.

I listened to the audio book. Lee Samuels,…

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