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'Downtime' by Mia Ryder


Downtime is the fourth novella in the 'Sex, Die, Repeat' series


Fresh from his ordeals in the HQ re-education centre and then with Raquel the serial killer, Nick is taking some well-earned time off.


Of course, Nick doesn’t know how to relax, so most of his downtime involves scouting for his next lover. Cue gorgeous young twink Rafe …


Rafe is failing his way through life. First as a writer, now as a waiter: he comes to Nick’s attention when he gets fired from the bistro Nick happens to be in.


It’s clear Rafe has zero confidence. He’s been living a cycle of self-denial, meaning he’s long overdue a good time.


Nick decides he has the goods to rock Rafe’s world AND shake up his worldview a little.


Little does Nick know that Rafe has a few surprises himself …


DOWNTIME is explicit M/M erotica. PLEASE NOTE: This story is for adults only and contains homoerotic content, as well as depictions of flogging, exhibitionism, religious iconography, mild horror as well as commentary on life choices, mental health and self-care.





BLOG TOUR REVIEW


Review for 'Downtime' by Mia Ryder.


Read and reviewed for ZooLoos Book Tours, Mia Ryder and SpellBound publishers.


Publication date 14th February 2022.


This is the fourth book I have read by this author. It is also the third book in Mia Ryder's 'Sex, Die, Repeat' series but can be read as a standalone. I have also read the first book in this series 'Little Deaths', second book 'Re-education' and third book 'After Midnight' which I would recommend.


I was originally drawn to this book by its eye catching cover and intriguing synopsis and title. I have also enjoyed the previous three books in this series so was looking forward to what was to happen next. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Spellbound. I have yet to read a book published by Spellbound books that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).


This is a novella so can be read in one sitting.



This book is written in third person perspective and the main protagonists are Nick and Rafe. The benefits of third person perspective are that it let's you see the bigger picture of what's going on and you get to know more characters more, what they are thinking and what they are doing. It feels like you get to see the whole picture and not miss out in anything.


'Downtime' discusses some topics that may trigger some readers or may not be suitable for others. I like to point this out ahead of time in my reviews so you can judge if this book is for you or not. In this book Mia discusses/includes homoerotic content, as well as depictions of flogging, exhibitionism, religious iconography, mild horror as well as commentary on life choices, mental health and self-care so would advise readers of the age of 18 and above only.


This book is the fourth book in the 'Sex, Die, Repeat' series by Mia Ryder but it can be read as a standalone. In this book we see the sex demon Nick having some time away from Hell and giving a down on his luck ex waiter Rafe a fantasy come true. Rafe gets on a train after losing his job, we learn that he is gay and not having much luck in love, work or life. When he finds himself on his own on the train with a sexy biker (Nick in disguise) he let's his imagination and then reality run wild.The author has a fantastic and vivid imagination and this is reflected perfectly in the storyline. It is only 25 pages so can be read in less than an hour and perfect for an adults only bedtime story. The four books in this series have definitely left me wanting more and I cannot wait to dive into the fourth book in the series 'Give In To Me' that looks just as intriguing.



Overall a gothic sex filled horror filled with torture and pleasure that will leave you wanting more!



Genres covered in this book include Novella, Romance, Gothic, Adult Fiction and Erotica amongst others.



I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans of anyone who loves gothic horror and is always left wanting more.


25 pages.


This book is just 78p to purchase on kindle via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!


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Mia Ryder writes bitesize filth to devour before bed as part of the SEX. DIE. REPEAT series.

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