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Paternal Instincts
by Nicky James
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Ugh, I'm not ready to let go of Aslan and Quaid. It's a bit dramatic, but after 8 books with the same couple you get really attached, and even though I love both characters so much, Quaid has had a special place in my heart since the very beginning. Watching him go from a deeply insecure and hurt person to someone who laughs, trusts and is secure in himself again has been so lovely and beautiful. Aslan and I had a bit of a rocky start, but it just goes to show the character development he went through as well. The way he fought for his sobriety, supported Quaid through his insecurities, and eventually let his walls down and let go of his playboy ways was simply amazing, and I'm so happy I stuck with these books even when I wanted to strangle Aslan a little bit.
I felt on the verge of crying through so much of this book because it really did feel like they got a real happy ending. Watching Quaid get his biggest wish -- becoming a dad -- made me cry a river, and the fact that the author gave them that and pushed through her own trauma to give Quaid a baby was equally heartbreaking and sweet. I can only hope it was even the smallest bit healing.
Their final case was all sorts of dramatic and intense, and even though I sort of guessed some of the mystery early on, it's always entertaining coming along for the ride as the cast of characters figure it out too. And speaking of the cast, Costa Ruiz might just be the best side character of all time. His development from angry and bigoted to being Quaid's best friend was so sweet and genuine. Their bromance is my favorite thing ever.
This was the perfect final book for them, and I can't wait to collect the 6 audiobooks I'm missing so that I can relisten to the whole series an unhealthy amount of times.
And yes, after 8 books I still don't care for Torin, lol.
Blanket spoiler warning ⬇️
⚠️ Tropes & content tags ⚠️
Established couple
Romantic suspense
Becoming dads
Police detectives
Race against time
Cat dads
Solving a mystery
⚠️ Spice menu ⚠️
Storage room sex
Mild exhibitionism
Sensual massage
Massage oil
⚠️ Content warning ⚠️
Explicit sexual content
Public sex
Mention of pregnancy compilations and near-death of unborn child (minor character)
Missing child
Brief mention of SCs not being able to conceive children
MC recovering from eating disorder
Alcohol consumption
Violence (minor SC stabbed off page)
Mention of statutory rape between SCs
Themes of infidelity (between SCs)
Gun violence (bad guy shot and killed)
On-page labor and birth
⚠️Book safety ⚠️
Cheating: No
Other person drama: No
Breakup: No
POV: 1st person, dual
Genre: Romantic suspense
Pairing: M/M
Strict roles or versatile: Versatile
Main characters’ age: 37/38 and 44/45
Series: Series
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Pages: 363
Happy ending: Yes
“You drive me insane, hot stuff. There isn’t a single day that passes when I don’t thank god I got over my fear of dating and asked you out.”
I massaged the tips of my fingers over his scalp and cradled his head in the palm of my hand. “What do you need, hot stuff? How can I help?” “This. More of this.” He burrowed deeper into my arms. “Don’t let go yet.” “Never.” I held him close, keeping his seams from unraveling like I’d been doing for years.
“You slay me, Quaid Valor. I didn’t think I could love you more, but you always prove me wrong. You’re already an amazing dad.”
Ugh, I'm not ready to let go of Aslan and Quaid. It's a bit dramatic, but after 8 books with the same couple you get really attached, and even though I love both characters so much, Quaid has had a special place in my heart since the very beginning. Watching him go from a deeply insecure and hurt person to someone who laughs, trusts and is secure in himself again has been so lovely and beautiful. Aslan and I had a bit of a rocky start, but it just goes to show the character development he went through as well. The way he fought for his sobriety, supported Quaid through his insecurities, and eventually let his walls down and let go of his playboy ways was simply amazing, and I'm so happy I stuck with these books even when I wanted to strangle Aslan a little bit.
I felt on the verge of crying through so much of this book because it really did feel like they got a real happy ending. Watching Quaid get his biggest wish -- becoming a dad -- made me cry a river, and the fact that the author gave them that and pushed through her own trauma to give Quaid a baby was equally heartbreaking and sweet. I can only hope it was even the smallest bit healing.
Their final case was all sorts of dramatic and intense, and even though I sort of guessed some of the mystery early on, it's always entertaining coming along for the ride as the cast of characters figure it out too. And speaking of the cast, Costa Ruiz might just be the best side character of all time. His development from angry and bigoted to being Quaid's best friend was so sweet and genuine. Their bromance is my favorite thing ever.
This was the perfect final book for them, and I can't wait to collect the 6 audiobooks I'm missing so that I can relisten to the whole series an unhealthy amount of times.
And yes, after 8 books I still don't care for Torin, lol.
Blanket spoiler warning ⬇️
⚠️ Tropes & content tags ⚠️
Established couple
Romantic suspense
Becoming dads
Police detectives
Race against time
Cat dads
Solving a mystery
⚠️ Spice menu ⚠️
Storage room sex
Mild exhibitionism
Sensual massage
Massage oil
⚠️ Content warning ⚠️
Explicit sexual content
Public sex
Mention of pregnancy compilations and near-death of unborn child (minor character)
Missing child
Brief mention of SCs not being able to conceive children
MC recovering from eating disorder
Alcohol consumption
Violence (minor SC stabbed off page)
Mention of statutory rape between SCs
Themes of infidelity (between SCs)
Gun violence (bad guy shot and killed)
On-page labor and birth
⚠️Book safety ⚠️
Cheating: No
Other person drama: No
Breakup: No
POV: 1st person, dual
Genre: Romantic suspense
Pairing: M/M
Strict roles or versatile: Versatile
Main characters’ age: 37/38 and 44/45
Series: Series
Kindle Unlimited: Yes
Pages: 363
Happy ending: Yes
“You drive me insane, hot stuff. There isn’t a single day that passes when I don’t thank god I got over my fear of dating and asked you out.”
I massaged the tips of my fingers over his scalp and cradled his head in the palm of my hand. “What do you need, hot stuff? How can I help?” “This. More of this.” He burrowed deeper into my arms. “Don’t let go yet.” “Never.” I held him close, keeping his seams from unraveling like I’d been doing for years.
“You slay me, Quaid Valor. I didn’t think I could love you more, but you always prove me wrong. You’re already an amazing dad.”