0 likes, 0 comments - mp_book_reviews on March 11, 2026: "Review: Be My Monster by Davidson King 5 of 5 stars Penn, a man who can’t feel pain or fear, has spent his life drifting and hiding from a world that treats him like a monster. Everything changes when he rescues two children from a burning house — unknowingly saving the family of Gideon, a powerful mob boss and devoted single father. Determined to find the mysterious hero who saved his twins, Gideon is stunned to discover a man who awakens feelings he thought had died with his wife. As a brewing war threatens Gideon’s territory, the two men are pulled into danger together, forced to fight for survival and the unexpected bond growing between them. I loved this story and what stood out most was the richly detailed look into Penn’s background — his isolation, his belief that he’s a monster, and the heartbreaking way his inability to feel pain or fear had shaped every part of his life. Those layers made him an unforgettable character, and seeing the world through his eyes added real emotional weight to the book. The rising war on the streets brought sharp tension, and the danger surrounding Gideon’s world built steadily until it exploded around them. I loved how the emotions of everyone involved were written — not just Penn and Gideon, but the children and the extended family too. Their fear, hope, and love were all vividly felt, grounding the action in something deeply human. A gripping blend of danger, emotion, and connection, with characters who stayed with you long after the final page. This was an MM story with mature content. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0GF3452RT".

0 likes, 0 comments - mp_book_reviews on February 20, 2026: "Review: Last One Standing by Davidson King 5 of 5 stars Angel has survived stalkers, killers, and political corruption alongside his brothers—but love has always eluded him. Watching them find their soulmates feels like a miracle he’ll never experience. Then one night at a drag show, he sees Kona: captivating, vulnerable, and in desperate need of rescue. Kona lives under the brutal control of the Dead Kings Motorcycle Club, bound to a violent man who claims ownership of his body and soul. He’s sacrificed everything to protect his brother, but when Angel walks into his life, hope flickers for the first time. As their connection deepens, so does the danger. With loyalty, love, and lives on the line, Angel and Kona must fight not just for each other—but to survive the fallout of the choices that brought them together. I loved this story of fierce love, found courage, and the kind of devotion that defies even the darkest fate. I loved the passion, danger and drama that was through this story from the start to the finish. There were a lot of analysis of emotions and feelings as the two men settled into their relationship. It was also great to have an update on the other couples in the series. This was an MM story with mature content. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0FGDNBDMS".

0 likes, 0 comments - mp_book_reviews on December 26, 2025: "Review: The Edge of Goodbye by Davidson King 5 of 5 stars Sam lives each day with gratitude, determined to savour life’s fleeting moments alongside his friends, his cat, and his bucket list. His philosophy of cherishing every second collides with Lukas, a weary vampire who has lost all interest in humanity and longs for release from his endless existence. Drawn together despite their differences, Sam’s warmth and determination awaken something new in Lukas, while Lukas unknowingly helps Sam fulfil pieces of his bucket list. Their bond deepens into love, offering both men a sense of renewal and hope. But when reality intrudes, Sam must face the limits of his mortality, while Lukas, for the first time, longs for forever. Their love becomes both a gift and a challenge — a fragile connection tested by fate, desire, and the looming possibility of goodbye. I adored this story of cherishing the present, finding love in unlikely places, and discovering that even on the edge of goodbye, connection can bring forever into focus. It was rich with contrasts between mortality and immortality, despair and renewal, and the transformative power of love. I loved that for Sam love complicated his acceptance of mortality, forcing him to confront the pain of leaving someone behind but for Lukas love awakes desire for permanence, shifting him from resignation to longing for a shared future. It became clear that love doesn’t erase their struggles but transforms how they face them — turning despair into courage. This story was full of emotions and feelings that were very clear and easy to understand. While it could have been seen as a depressing story it was actually very heart warming. This was an MM story with mature content. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0FVHLN31K".

Slay Ride is the first book in a new series by Davidson King. Last year's O Deadly Night charity anthology contained the seeds for this novel. I am so glad the author expanded it into a full novel (an...