Expensive By Amy Bellows -

Followed by Real (Book 2), Wicked (Book 3), and Lucky (upcoming 2026).

The story is described as fast-paced and emotional, though some readers found the ending slightly abrupt. Expensive by Amy Bellows

Originally a short story, the expanded novel version includes an additional 30,000 words . Followed by Real (Book 2), Wicked (Book 3),

The book holds a solid 3.8/5 average on Amazon and Goodreads. ⚠️ Themes & Tropes 📌 Tropes: Ice Dragon Shifter x Daddy Dom Fated Mates (with a twist) Age Play / "Baby Boy" dynamics MPreg (Dragon eggs) The book holds a solid 3

The story follows , an ice dragon shifter who was forced into a bond with a wealthy man at eighteen. After his "owner" dies, Andrew is left unbonded and alone until he hires Timber , a professional Daddy Dom , for companionship. Their contract includes specific requests for age play and caretaking, leading to a deep emotional connection. ⭐ Key Review Highlights

by Amy Bellows is a gritty, emotional MM paranormal romance set in the omegaverse , primarily praised for its handling of intense D/s dynamics and "hurt/comfort" themes. 📖 The Premise

Reviewers on Goodreads and The StoryGraph note that the age play and BDSM elements feel like natural extensions of the characters' emotional needs rather than just "spice".