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Three Shots
Reeve Jenkins is an amateur musician playing in a dive bar. Grant McGuire is a man drowning his sorrows in beer after a painful breakup. When Reeve charms a reluctant Grant into coming home with him, they begin a three-year friendship with some very nice benefits.
But when the two gorgeous men walk into Hawk Point Tavern—the bar Rachael Bradford owns—one evening and greet each other with a kiss, it sets off a chain of events that leads to a steamy night and maybe something more for the trio.
Excerpt:
Rachael sighed and took a seat at her desk, forcing Reeve and Grant from her mind. They made for a fun fantasy, but had no place in real life. She had hours of work to do, and not enough time to get it done in. Hawk Point Tavern didn’t run itself.
She tackled the paychecks first. Her employees would want checks to cash soon, and it couldn’t wait. Thankfully, she had few employees and it didn’t take overly long to tally hours and make out the checks. She had moved on to sorting order invoices for the month when she heard a soft knock on her partially open door. Thinking it was Jenna or Tyler—the other bartender on tonight—she absent-mindedly called out, “Come in.”
“Excuse me,” a low, sexy voice replied.
Rachael’s head shot up and she was startled to see Reeve peering in the door.
“I, uh, hey. Um, hi Reeve,” She stuttered. She cleared her throat. “Come in.”
He stepped into the room and pushed the door nearly closed. “Can I talk to you for a sec?”
“Uh, sure.” She frowned, puzzled by what he wanted, but not entirely displeased to have him in her office either. She stood and walked around the desk—leaning back against it and looking up to meet his gaze. “Is there a problem with your bill? Or something else I can help you with?”
He gave her a slow, sexy smirk. “I certainly hope so.”
Rachael stared at him, waiting for him to continue, but he was silent. His gaze raked over her body and she felt heat building between her legs at the slow, frank perusal of her body. By the glittering, heated gaze of his eyes, Rachael could see that he liked what he saw. Her jeans and t-shirt were hardly high fashion, but Reeve didn’t appear to have any complaints. Besides, Rachael knew she had a tight body and the jeans showed off her ass nicely.
“What can I help you with?” she asked, her voice breathless.
“Well you see, I came here looking to have a drink with a good friend, nothing more, but I found something else I am interested in.”
‘I’m … I’m sorry?”
Reeve stepped closer until he was just a foot from her, and she felt her heart speed up in her chest.
“What’s that?” Rachael repeated when he didn’t reply immediately.
“You.” The word was simple, but it did nothing to clear up her confusion.
“But … but what about Grant?” she asked. “I mean, it looked like you two were together, and I—I don’t want to cause any problems or get in the way of anything.”
Reeve moved so he was standing in front of her, booted feet on either side of her crossed ones. He leaned in, breathing softly against her cheek and she wet her lips reflexively.
“It’s pretty simple actually,” Reeve purred in her ear. “Grant and I hook up occasionally and we are both very attracted to you.” His lips brushed the sensitive outer shell and she shivered.
Bi then. Her experiences with Tom made her a little leery of bi guys, but it’s not like she was going to get involved with them beyond a quick—or maybe not so quick—roll in the sheets, she thought. This was a one-off. It wasn’t like she was going to see them after tonight so she might as well enjoy it while she had the opportunity.
“You aren’t in a relationship with him?” she said aloud. The last thing she wanted was to get involved with another cheater. Jonah had been more than enough, thankyouverymuch.
Reeve shrugged. “We’ve been friends for a long time, but it’s nothing exclusive. We keep things fluid.”
“So how would this work?” Rachael asked, her voice going a little breathless as she imagined what could play out if she said yes. “We’d have a threesome?”
“That is entirely up to you. If you’re only attracted to one of us, the other will step aside, although we’d both be very disappointed. And I somehow don’t think that’s the case, is it?”
“No, I’m definitely attracted to you both,” Rachael admitted. Reeve wrapped an arm around her lower back and pulled her flush against his body.
“Then how we fuck—” he skimmed a hand down her back to cup the lower curve of her ass “—is up for negotiation. Whatever you’re comfortable with.”
But when the two gorgeous men walk into Hawk Point Tavern—the bar Rachael Bradford owns—one evening and greet each other with a kiss, it sets off a chain of events that leads to a steamy night and maybe something more for the trio.
Excerpt:
Rachael sighed and took a seat at her desk, forcing Reeve and Grant from her mind. They made for a fun fantasy, but had no place in real life. She had hours of work to do, and not enough time to get it done in. Hawk Point Tavern didn’t run itself.
She tackled the paychecks first. Her employees would want checks to cash soon, and it couldn’t wait. Thankfully, she had few employees and it didn’t take overly long to tally hours and make out the checks. She had moved on to sorting order invoices for the month when she heard a soft knock on her partially open door. Thinking it was Jenna or Tyler—the other bartender on tonight—she absent-mindedly called out, “Come in.”
“Excuse me,” a low, sexy voice replied.
Rachael’s head shot up and she was startled to see Reeve peering in the door.
“I, uh, hey. Um, hi Reeve,” She stuttered. She cleared her throat. “Come in.”
He stepped into the room and pushed the door nearly closed. “Can I talk to you for a sec?”
“Uh, sure.” She frowned, puzzled by what he wanted, but not entirely displeased to have him in her office either. She stood and walked around the desk—leaning back against it and looking up to meet his gaze. “Is there a problem with your bill? Or something else I can help you with?”
He gave her a slow, sexy smirk. “I certainly hope so.”
Rachael stared at him, waiting for him to continue, but he was silent. His gaze raked over her body and she felt heat building between her legs at the slow, frank perusal of her body. By the glittering, heated gaze of his eyes, Rachael could see that he liked what he saw. Her jeans and t-shirt were hardly high fashion, but Reeve didn’t appear to have any complaints. Besides, Rachael knew she had a tight body and the jeans showed off her ass nicely.
“What can I help you with?” she asked, her voice breathless.
“Well you see, I came here looking to have a drink with a good friend, nothing more, but I found something else I am interested in.”
‘I’m … I’m sorry?”
Reeve stepped closer until he was just a foot from her, and she felt her heart speed up in her chest.
“What’s that?” Rachael repeated when he didn’t reply immediately.
“You.” The word was simple, but it did nothing to clear up her confusion.
“But … but what about Grant?” she asked. “I mean, it looked like you two were together, and I—I don’t want to cause any problems or get in the way of anything.”
Reeve moved so he was standing in front of her, booted feet on either side of her crossed ones. He leaned in, breathing softly against her cheek and she wet her lips reflexively.
“It’s pretty simple actually,” Reeve purred in her ear. “Grant and I hook up occasionally and we are both very attracted to you.” His lips brushed the sensitive outer shell and she shivered.
Bi then. Her experiences with Tom made her a little leery of bi guys, but it’s not like she was going to get involved with them beyond a quick—or maybe not so quick—roll in the sheets, she thought. This was a one-off. It wasn’t like she was going to see them after tonight so she might as well enjoy it while she had the opportunity.
“You aren’t in a relationship with him?” she said aloud. The last thing she wanted was to get involved with another cheater. Jonah had been more than enough, thankyouverymuch.
Reeve shrugged. “We’ve been friends for a long time, but it’s nothing exclusive. We keep things fluid.”
“So how would this work?” Rachael asked, her voice going a little breathless as she imagined what could play out if she said yes. “We’d have a threesome?”
“That is entirely up to you. If you’re only attracted to one of us, the other will step aside, although we’d both be very disappointed. And I somehow don’t think that’s the case, is it?”
“No, I’m definitely attracted to you both,” Rachael admitted. Reeve wrapped an arm around her lower back and pulled her flush against his body.
“Then how we fuck—” he skimmed a hand down her back to cup the lower curve of her ass “—is up for negotiation. Whatever you’re comfortable with.”
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First published January 31, 2017
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Brigham Vaughn
62 books527 followersBrigham Vaughn is on the adventure of a lifetime as a full-time writer. She devours books at an alarming rate and hasn’t let her short arms and long torso stop her from doing yoga. She makes a killer key lime pie, hates green peppers, and loves wine tasting tours. A collector of vintage Nancy Drew books and green glassware, she enjoys poking around in antique shops and refinishing thrift store furniture. An avid photographer, she dreams of traveling the world and she can’t wait to discover everything else life has to offer her.
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February 6, 2017
If you're looking for a story with a fully fleshed out plot and character development, keep moving. Three Shots is all about the sex. It's pretty hot sex, but it is just sex.
That said, I enjoyed reading it. I liked all the characters, even if I didn't really feel like I knew them. In a sub-100 page story with three MC's, I'd be really surprised if everything was fully fleshed out, to tell you the truth.
Three Shots starts when Reeve Jenkins, who is a musician playing in a bar called Aces sees Grant McGuire in the audience and decides he wants to meet the guy. Grant is in Aces having a few beers after breaking up with his girlfriend. The first third of the book covers their first two sexual encounters and also them wanting to keep things casual and maybe bring in a third, every now and again. The remainder happens when they meet Rachel Bradford and very quickly talk her into spending the night with the both of them.
And it's hot. Oh, so hot. Did things move too quickly? Oh, hell yes. What started as a one night stand sends all three reeling a bit when they all want more. I would have enjoyed this story more if I could have gotten to know all three of them and really saw their connection, rather than just hearing the Cliff's Notes version of their pasts and such. Three Shots isn't bad for what we get, though, but there really isn't a lot of substance here.
Would I recommend it? If you're looking for a short, erotic MMF story, then sure. It will fill the bill, nicely. If you want something more, though, then you might want to keep looking.
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Review copy of Three Shots was generously provided by the author, in exchange for an honest review.
That said, I enjoyed reading it. I liked all the characters, even if I didn't really feel like I knew them. In a sub-100 page story with three MC's, I'd be really surprised if everything was fully fleshed out, to tell you the truth.
Three Shots starts when Reeve Jenkins, who is a musician playing in a bar called Aces sees Grant McGuire in the audience and decides he wants to meet the guy. Grant is in Aces having a few beers after breaking up with his girlfriend. The first third of the book covers their first two sexual encounters and also them wanting to keep things casual and maybe bring in a third, every now and again. The remainder happens when they meet Rachel Bradford and very quickly talk her into spending the night with the both of them.
And it's hot. Oh, so hot. Did things move too quickly? Oh, hell yes. What started as a one night stand sends all three reeling a bit when they all want more. I would have enjoyed this story more if I could have gotten to know all three of them and really saw their connection, rather than just hearing the Cliff's Notes version of their pasts and such. Three Shots isn't bad for what we get, though, but there really isn't a lot of substance here.
Would I recommend it? If you're looking for a short, erotic MMF story, then sure. It will fill the bill, nicely. If you want something more, though, then you might want to keep looking.
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Review copy of Three Shots was generously provided by the author, in exchange for an honest review.
March 14, 2024
THREE SHOTS was an easy and fun read and I liked all three of our main characters Grant, Reeve, and Rachael. I enjoyed seeing how they all came to be together and how they supported each other through going public with their relationship. It was also nice to see the support systems they had in Reeve's family, Rachael's friends, and Grant's cousin. This wasn't as steamy as I thought it would be but it was very emotional and romantic.
Content Warning: homophobic parents
Content Warning: homophobic parents
March 12, 2021
I enjoyed this story and didn’t want to put it down. The characters are intriguing and had me wanting to know about them. I enjoyed following along on their journey as they navigated relationship dynamics. I don’t want to give anything away by saying too much. I’m looking forward to reading more in this series.
March 13, 2021
3.5 stars for me!
For people who see a bunch of reviews from 2017, please know that the author has gone back and really edited, greatly added to, and revised this overall story. It sounds like she took a short story, added it to this original one, and then really fleshed it out by making it part of her overall new series.
When this story starts, it's all about Grant and Reeve, finding solace and comfort in each other after past bad relationships. I love when a poly book has MMF, where the two men aren't afraid to touch each other. They have a pretty open relationship for months, almost two years I think really, and then Rachael comes into the picture.
Although the two and then the three of them had great physical chemistry when they were together, I felt like I was missing a bit deeper emotional aspect for them?
I'm REALLY looking forward to Donovan and Rachael's bar manager story, that sounds like they'll be explosive together. And Jarod! NEED his story!
For people who see a bunch of reviews from 2017, please know that the author has gone back and really edited, greatly added to, and revised this overall story. It sounds like she took a short story, added it to this original one, and then really fleshed it out by making it part of her overall new series.
When this story starts, it's all about Grant and Reeve, finding solace and comfort in each other after past bad relationships. I love when a poly book has MMF, where the two men aren't afraid to touch each other. They have a pretty open relationship for months, almost two years I think really, and then Rachael comes into the picture.
Although the two and then the three of them had great physical chemistry when they were together, I felt like I was missing a bit deeper emotional aspect for them?
I'm REALLY looking forward to Donovan and Rachael's bar manager story, that sounds like they'll be explosive together. And Jarod! NEED his story!
March 5, 2022
Sweet isn't the first word that often comes to mind when reading a ménage novella but that's exactly what you get with Three Shots. Don't get me wrong, this story is hot as hell with both M/M and M/M/F scenes but it's also sweet, funny, well it's just plain beautiful. Reeve and Grant have an insta-connection that is clear and real even if they walk out afterwards as only friends with benefits. Then they meet Rachel and it's pretty obvious that none of their lives will be the same, the connection is there from the minute their eyes meet. What first is completely sexual and steamy becomes more and considering Three Shots is classified as a novella, the outcome is believable and not rushed at all.
I loved how Reeve and Grant being bisexual is addressed when the three of them sit down to get to know each other. Rachel has questions, she asks them, she gets answers with honesty and respect all of which is done without the author teaching a lesson or stressing an agenda. Three Shots is entertaining that will bring a smile to your face, warmth to your heart, leave you breathless, and personally, I'm hoping that we'll see where Reeve, Grant, and Rachel again to find out where they are in the future.
Not that I'm surprised but Brigham Vaughn has done it again she has yet to leave me disappointed. I just love it when one of my few automatic 1-click authors prove my faith in their storytelling abilities and that is exactly what she has done with Three Shots.
I loved how Reeve and Grant being bisexual is addressed when the three of them sit down to get to know each other. Rachel has questions, she asks them, she gets answers with honesty and respect all of which is done without the author teaching a lesson or stressing an agenda. Three Shots is entertaining that will bring a smile to your face, warmth to your heart, leave you breathless, and personally, I'm hoping that we'll see where Reeve, Grant, and Rachel again to find out where they are in the future.
Not that I'm surprised but Brigham Vaughn has done it again she has yet to leave me disappointed. I just love it when one of my few automatic 1-click authors prove my faith in their storytelling abilities and that is exactly what she has done with Three Shots.
February 5, 2017
4.5 Stars
This is an equally hot and sweet story. It's not a very long read so it's good if you're looking for something fairly quick but well worth it! This is a menage (MMF) and even though it's an erotic story this depth to it. The characters aren't all sexing up every second.
Reeve, Grant, and Rachel have a very rare meeting. There's an ease to their coming together. Not a lot of beating around the bush. They are a seamless trio, they just fit. They don't question it or focus on drama inducing situations. They are three consenting adults.
Menage is one of my most favorite tropes. It's also the one trope I am very picky on. Now, in Three Shots the only thing missing for me here was the in depth psychology of this. But, I easily was able to accept that because it was a novella and this isn't a story that focuses on backstory much. Kind of a chance and it's success.
This is super steamy. The sex is quite engaging and the characters are all likeable. Rachel is a strong woman which I love! This is 100% angst free. Seriously, it's a fun, relaxing, hot story that is just so welcoming. I smiled pretty much through the entire book.
This is an equally hot and sweet story. It's not a very long read so it's good if you're looking for something fairly quick but well worth it! This is a menage (MMF) and even though it's an erotic story this depth to it. The characters aren't all sexing up every second.
Reeve, Grant, and Rachel have a very rare meeting. There's an ease to their coming together. Not a lot of beating around the bush. They are a seamless trio, they just fit. They don't question it or focus on drama inducing situations. They are three consenting adults.
Menage is one of my most favorite tropes. It's also the one trope I am very picky on. Now, in Three Shots the only thing missing for me here was the in depth psychology of this. But, I easily was able to accept that because it was a novella and this isn't a story that focuses on backstory much. Kind of a chance and it's success.
This is super steamy. The sex is quite engaging and the characters are all likeable. Rachel is a strong woman which I love! This is 100% angst free. Seriously, it's a fun, relaxing, hot story that is just so welcoming. I smiled pretty much through the entire book.
March 14, 2021
4.5 Stars
Three Shots is a fantastic menage romance. This Brigham Vaughn MMF romance is a great mix of fun and heat.
Take note that this is a new, updated edition releasing in 2021. The reviews from 2017 need to be ignored. The author has revamped this story from a hot, short story, and added a whole lot of emotion, development, and charm to the original content.
This relationship is slow going, taking years to cement itself. Grant and Reeve have one hot night together, but Grant isn't looking for something serious. They definitely connect well and it's relaxing and hopeful.
And then there's Rachael. And hot damn, even her masturbation scene is smoking, as she dreams of two men taking her at once.
I enjoy the pace of this story. There are a lot of time jumps. Sometimes that can be annoying, but I really enjoyed it in this book.
The men slowly reconnect and definitely enjoy their time together. But they both know something is missing, keeping them from wanting more.
And then they meet Rachael. Woah. Cue the sexual tension. The chemistry is off the charts. And the three are wonderful together.
I love this story. The characters all truly complete one another. The bond of their relationship is solid and their chemistry is off the charts. And damn, the communication between all of them is stellar. You definitely don't need to worry about misunderstandings with these three.
The one thing I didn't love though is the missed on-page first dp scene. Omg, I wanted that so badly and was shocked it was off the page. That was disappointing.
But everything else is fabulous.
They face some narrow minded townsfolk, but damn, most of this small town is supportive and truly wonderful.
The writing style is great. Written in alternating povs, we get to know each character well. But, hot damn, it's the sex that's the big draw here. Let's be honest, MMF menages are hot, and the author never lets us down.
Three Shots is a must read to any fans of MMF romances. Brigham Vaughn definitely delights in this poly romance. It's hot. It's sweet. And it's well worth a read when you're in the mood for some spicy fun.
Three Shots is a fantastic menage romance. This Brigham Vaughn MMF romance is a great mix of fun and heat.
Take note that this is a new, updated edition releasing in 2021. The reviews from 2017 need to be ignored. The author has revamped this story from a hot, short story, and added a whole lot of emotion, development, and charm to the original content.
This relationship is slow going, taking years to cement itself. Grant and Reeve have one hot night together, but Grant isn't looking for something serious. They definitely connect well and it's relaxing and hopeful.
And then there's Rachael. And hot damn, even her masturbation scene is smoking, as she dreams of two men taking her at once.
I enjoy the pace of this story. There are a lot of time jumps. Sometimes that can be annoying, but I really enjoyed it in this book.
The men slowly reconnect and definitely enjoy their time together. But they both know something is missing, keeping them from wanting more.
And then they meet Rachael. Woah. Cue the sexual tension. The chemistry is off the charts. And the three are wonderful together.
I love this story. The characters all truly complete one another. The bond of their relationship is solid and their chemistry is off the charts. And damn, the communication between all of them is stellar. You definitely don't need to worry about misunderstandings with these three.
The one thing I didn't love though is the missed on-page first dp scene. Omg, I wanted that so badly and was shocked it was off the page. That was disappointing.
But everything else is fabulous.
They face some narrow minded townsfolk, but damn, most of this small town is supportive and truly wonderful.
The writing style is great. Written in alternating povs, we get to know each character well. But, hot damn, it's the sex that's the big draw here. Let's be honest, MMF menages are hot, and the author never lets us down.
Three Shots is a must read to any fans of MMF romances. Brigham Vaughn definitely delights in this poly romance. It's hot. It's sweet. And it's well worth a read when you're in the mood for some spicy fun.
July 19, 2022
3.5 stars; This story has good bones but I wanted more to the story.
This is a mmf triad romance and part of the Pendleton world by this author (which contains multiple series); I’m not sure which order these books should be read in but there is some overlap. The basic premise is two guys in a quasi-open-relationship but they feel like they are missing something to commit to one another. This story has great bones, and started off rather great actually with the two male mcs but I just didn’t see/feel the connection with the three of them. I’ve read plenty of triad stories so it’s not an aversion to the poly-relationship theme but rather I wanted to see it go slower, develop more organically and to see the separate relationships but it was like someone took a beautiful blue-green play dough and force another color of dough into the mixture so they forever are one glob rather than seeing the beauty of the individual relationships within the triad… I’ve really enjoy this author whom I binged read about 5 different books of their over the weekend but I wanted more from this story.
This is a mmf triad romance and part of the Pendleton world by this author (which contains multiple series); I’m not sure which order these books should be read in but there is some overlap. The basic premise is two guys in a quasi-open-relationship but they feel like they are missing something to commit to one another. This story has great bones, and started off rather great actually with the two male mcs but I just didn’t see/feel the connection with the three of them. I’ve read plenty of triad stories so it’s not an aversion to the poly-relationship theme but rather I wanted to see it go slower, develop more organically and to see the separate relationships but it was like someone took a beautiful blue-green play dough and force another color of dough into the mixture so they forever are one glob rather than seeing the beauty of the individual relationships within the triad… I’ve really enjoy this author whom I binged read about 5 different books of their over the weekend but I wanted more from this story.
December 20, 2021
This book was a steamy fun read. There are two guys in this story named Reeve Jenkins and Grant McGuire. They live in Pendleton Bay.
Reeve and Grant end up meeting in a bar one night when Grant was nursing a broken heart. He meets a guitarist there named Grant McGuire. They end up hooking up the same night. They do end up falling for one another but they feel that something is missing in their relationship. They end up meeting a woman who owns a tavern in Pendleton Bay. Grant and Reeve are instantly attracted to her. They end up sharing a night with her. After the night they shared they decided that they wanted to make a go of their relationship as a threesome in a polyamory relationship. I liked them together as a couple.
I felt bad that Grant’s parents couldn’t be accepting of him and his relationship with Reeve and Rachel. I really liked how the book ended and that they ended up staying together. I can’t wait to read more in this series.
Reeve and Grant end up meeting in a bar one night when Grant was nursing a broken heart. He meets a guitarist there named Grant McGuire. They end up hooking up the same night. They do end up falling for one another but they feel that something is missing in their relationship. They end up meeting a woman who owns a tavern in Pendleton Bay. Grant and Reeve are instantly attracted to her. They end up sharing a night with her. After the night they shared they decided that they wanted to make a go of their relationship as a threesome in a polyamory relationship. I liked them together as a couple.
I felt bad that Grant’s parents couldn’t be accepting of him and his relationship with Reeve and Rachel. I really liked how the book ended and that they ended up staying together. I can’t wait to read more in this series.
March 29, 2021
THREE SHOTS by Brigham Vaughn is the first book in a new series that takes place in the small-ish town of Pendleton Bay.
I liked everything about this story:
1. The build up to the new series is strong
2. Each character stands on his/her own and stands even stronger in the throuple
3. The time jumps make perfect sense and allowed the story forward momentum in a smart way
4. The schmexy times are most closed door or fade to black. Sex wasn't used as a word filler
5. The whole story just makes sense, was enjoyable, and I absolutely recommend.
I actually downloaded from KU and then purchased it because it will be on my "reread when I need a pick me up" list.
Tags: adding series to WTR list, KU, lgbtq, mmf, poly, will reread, 5 stars
I liked everything about this story:
1. The build up to the new series is strong
2. Each character stands on his/her own and stands even stronger in the throuple
3. The time jumps make perfect sense and allowed the story forward momentum in a smart way
4. The schmexy times are most closed door or fade to black. Sex wasn't used as a word filler
5. The whole story just makes sense, was enjoyable, and I absolutely recommend.
I actually downloaded from KU and then purchased it because it will be on my "reread when I need a pick me up" list.
Tags: adding series to WTR list, KU, lgbtq, mmf, poly, will reread, 5 stars
March 26, 2021
A sweet, low-angst poly romance set in a small town. The time jumps for the first half of the book were a bit confusing, showing this book's rocky revision history, but everything gets sorted by the end. I enjoyed all the characters, even if I didn't necessarily feel the chemistry Grant and Reeve have with Rachael despite being told it is there.
Recommended to anyone looking for a cute romance arc that encompasses more than just the traditional M/F mold. I look forward to reading more by this author.
Recommended to anyone looking for a cute romance arc that encompasses more than just the traditional M/F mold. I look forward to reading more by this author.
April 7, 2021
Hearts of gold
This is a stand-alone and the first of the Poly in Pendleton series although I have read a Love in Pendleton book previously. This is a contemporary MMF Small town Poly Romance and I absolutely loved it, the amount of background information told about each of the main characters gave a good insight into the reasons they were drawn to each other. Lots of passion, sweetness, caring and love along with some humour and angst. Reeve, Grant and Rachael were made for each other. Page turner.
This is a stand-alone and the first of the Poly in Pendleton series although I have read a Love in Pendleton book previously. This is a contemporary MMF Small town Poly Romance and I absolutely loved it, the amount of background information told about each of the main characters gave a good insight into the reasons they were drawn to each other. Lots of passion, sweetness, caring and love along with some humour and angst. Reeve, Grant and Rachael were made for each other. Page turner.
March 15, 2021
I enjoyed reading this low angst love story about three people finding love together. Grant and Reeve has never really wanted to commit to a relationship but feel strongly about each other. However they have always felt like something was missing. They meet Rachael and they all feel a strong connection and chemistry, however it isn't straight forward. Being in a polygamous relationship doesn't always get accepted by everyone but they weather the storm. It was a sweet story with lots of steam.
March 18, 2021
I loved Three Shots. I always enjoy an MMF, in fact it’s what got me started reading MM. I liked the style Brigham wrote this in. I love all three perspectives and I liked getting to know them before they became partners. Even though it was a bit into the story before the 3 of them got together, it wasn’t a slow start and I liked that, including great communication and honesty. It was hot, sexy and a total enjoyable read. I definitely recommend this book.
March 13, 2021
Wow! I really enjoyed this story! I’ve a lot of poly stories and I felt the author did an excellent job writing what she had to tell us! I loved Grant and Reeve but loved it even more when Rachael joins in. I loved the sweetness but more so the heat and steam. Loved it. I’m voluntarily leaving a review form an advanced copy that I received.
March 14, 2021
Three Shots is a MMF poly story set in fictional Pendleton Bay. It’s a great story and I loved how they all came together. How they realized She was the missing piece and worked to make it work! We need more positive examples of polyamorous relationships in the genre. I get that some people don’t like to read women in their live stories, but I do and this was hot as heck!!
January 13, 2018
I enjoyed these characters in this MMF story. It ended with a HFN ending so I hope for a book that continues the story.
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March 12, 2021
I love poly books. More love for everyone involved. Reeve and Grant meet and hook up for a while but neither of them want anything serious. Then they find Rachel. They all feel that its right. Brigham does an amazing job with he stories. I found Grants back story very relatable. I will definitely be reading whatever else Brigham decides to write.
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March 13, 2021DNF @ 26%
March 14, 2021
Thoughtfully Sexy
I loved this book for so many reasons. It reads like you’re hearing the story from your bestie. It’s so real and down to earth.
I loved this book for so many reasons. It reads like you’re hearing the story from your bestie. It’s so real and down to earth.
March 19, 2021
It was okay but a very HOT & STEAMY read.
The only thing that I didn't like was for example,
when they asked for advice.
Chapter after chapter in each POV. (I found that weird imo)
The only thing that I didn't like was for example,
when they asked for advice.
Chapter after chapter in each POV. (I found that weird imo)
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March 20, 2021a lot of justification/telling from all 3, internal and external.
March 22, 2021
I really enjoyed this MMF romance with Grant and Reeve missing something until they meet Rachael and they click though they do have some hurdles to overcome. There are some steamy scenes.
February 5, 2022
Insta lust and love, characters without flaws or depth, and hella preachiness I didn’t want or need.
March 21, 2021
This was a re-read for me. I first read Three Shots in 2017 and my review of that edition can be found at the bottom of this one. Then again, I’m not sure re-read is the right word here. While there certainly are strong similarities between the original Three Shots and this new version, so much has been added and changed that it was almost like reading a brand-new story for the first time. And while there was nothing wrong with this book when it first came out (after all, I give it five stars then too) there is no denying that the extended version is even better.
My original review mentions that the story managed to be deliciously enticing and incredible adorable at the same time, and that is something that hasn’t changed. The sexual encounters, initially between Reeve and Grant and later with Rachael too are hot, exciting, and imaginative. But, while I sure appreciated those scenes, they weren’t what I loved most in this story. What really stood out for me was the communication between these three protagonists. From the moment they meet they are open and frank with each other. There are no ‘misunderstandings’ based on withheld information in this story. Reeve, Grant, and Rachael know at all times what they can expect from the others and what is expected from them. Given that ‘conflict that could have been avoided if only the characters talked to each other’ is one of my pet hates in romance, you can imagine how delighted this set-up made me.
Not that Brigham Vaughn avoids complications, far from it. But the obstacles Rachael, Reeve, and Grant encounter are talked about and dealt with. The only real issues they face are caused by outside forces, more specifically by those who don’t understand and therefore don’t approve of a poly-relationship.
This story could have been written for me. Low on angst but high on feels, with characters who communicate well, hot sex scenes, and memorable secondary characters, I couldn’t have asked for more. What I am asking for, however, is more stories set in Pendleton. This little town is fast turning into a favourite (reading) destination for me.
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I’m not sure how a story as hot as Three Shots can be both deliciously enticing and incredibly adorable at the same time, but this story has both those qualities in spades.
This is an erotic tale. While there is definitely more to the story than ‘just’ sex, there is plenty of it and both the relationships and the story develop mainly through these incredibly hot encounters between characters.
And when I say ‘hot’, I mean HOT.
Some might say that this story is unrealistic, that these three lovers open up to each other with far too much ease for people who’ve only just met, and while that may well be the case, I have to admit that to me it was a pure delight. In too many books (for my liking) at the core of any issue is the fact that the MCs refuse to talk to each other. Situations that could easily have been avoided if one or the other had just given voice to what was on their mind, grow huge and create drama. While that is sometimes realistic and occasionally even works, it is something I’m not fond of. It was therefore delightful to read a book in which the characters do open up to each other, explain what they think and feel, and subsequently deal with whatever the issue is.
There were a few things in this book I hugely appreciated. It is a wonderful surprise to read a book featuring bisexual characters without their orientation being ‘the’ or ‘a’ major plotline. Just as it is a rare but fabulous experience to read an MMF story in which the female is at least as strong as the male character(s). In fact, you could well say that if anybody has the upper hand in this story it’s Rachael.
The easy, uncomplicated, and near perfect coming together of first Reeve and Grant and then the two men and Rachael gave Three Shots a fairytale like quality. It’s a dream; how we would script our own perfect love story in an ideal world. This is a drama-free tale. While the characters have their, not always happy, back-stories, there is virtually no angst in this book. And sometimes that’s exactly what I need from my reading. It’s a perfect escape. If the story is also well written, happens to feature charming and fascinating characters, and gives me some of the hottest sex scenes I’ve read recently, it is safe to say I’ve found my personal Nirvana.
If you hadn’t guessed as much from what I’ve written above, let me make myself perfectly clear here: Three Shots comes highly recommended if you enjoy a well written, captivating, and extremely sexy story.
My original review mentions that the story managed to be deliciously enticing and incredible adorable at the same time, and that is something that hasn’t changed. The sexual encounters, initially between Reeve and Grant and later with Rachael too are hot, exciting, and imaginative. But, while I sure appreciated those scenes, they weren’t what I loved most in this story. What really stood out for me was the communication between these three protagonists. From the moment they meet they are open and frank with each other. There are no ‘misunderstandings’ based on withheld information in this story. Reeve, Grant, and Rachael know at all times what they can expect from the others and what is expected from them. Given that ‘conflict that could have been avoided if only the characters talked to each other’ is one of my pet hates in romance, you can imagine how delighted this set-up made me.
Not that Brigham Vaughn avoids complications, far from it. But the obstacles Rachael, Reeve, and Grant encounter are talked about and dealt with. The only real issues they face are caused by outside forces, more specifically by those who don’t understand and therefore don’t approve of a poly-relationship.
This story could have been written for me. Low on angst but high on feels, with characters who communicate well, hot sex scenes, and memorable secondary characters, I couldn’t have asked for more. What I am asking for, however, is more stories set in Pendleton. This little town is fast turning into a favourite (reading) destination for me.
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I’m not sure how a story as hot as Three Shots can be both deliciously enticing and incredibly adorable at the same time, but this story has both those qualities in spades.
This is an erotic tale. While there is definitely more to the story than ‘just’ sex, there is plenty of it and both the relationships and the story develop mainly through these incredibly hot encounters between characters.
And when I say ‘hot’, I mean HOT.
Some might say that this story is unrealistic, that these three lovers open up to each other with far too much ease for people who’ve only just met, and while that may well be the case, I have to admit that to me it was a pure delight. In too many books (for my liking) at the core of any issue is the fact that the MCs refuse to talk to each other. Situations that could easily have been avoided if one or the other had just given voice to what was on their mind, grow huge and create drama. While that is sometimes realistic and occasionally even works, it is something I’m not fond of. It was therefore delightful to read a book in which the characters do open up to each other, explain what they think and feel, and subsequently deal with whatever the issue is.
There were a few things in this book I hugely appreciated. It is a wonderful surprise to read a book featuring bisexual characters without their orientation being ‘the’ or ‘a’ major plotline. Just as it is a rare but fabulous experience to read an MMF story in which the female is at least as strong as the male character(s). In fact, you could well say that if anybody has the upper hand in this story it’s Rachael.
The easy, uncomplicated, and near perfect coming together of first Reeve and Grant and then the two men and Rachael gave Three Shots a fairytale like quality. It’s a dream; how we would script our own perfect love story in an ideal world. This is a drama-free tale. While the characters have their, not always happy, back-stories, there is virtually no angst in this book. And sometimes that’s exactly what I need from my reading. It’s a perfect escape. If the story is also well written, happens to feature charming and fascinating characters, and gives me some of the hottest sex scenes I’ve read recently, it is safe to say I’ve found my personal Nirvana.
If you hadn’t guessed as much from what I’ve written above, let me make myself perfectly clear here: Three Shots comes highly recommended if you enjoy a well written, captivating, and extremely sexy story.
January 31, 2017
This is a delightful story about how three people find, through their sexuality, the potential for a meaningful and fulfilling relationship with one another. Told through the perspectives of all three characters, it is the final character, the female of the trio, who gives voice most clearly to the questions about whether it is possible for polyamorous relationships to work. In giving her the voice of skepticism and doubt, Vaughn invites her readers into an expanded reflection on how people, especially those who identify as bi-sexual, can find meaningful fulfillment in complex relationships. Although the novella format does not allow for a great deal of time for character development, Vaughn successfully conveys enough about each character to find them believable, especially since she allows them to voice their doubts, concerns and reservations. Although the sex scenes are fast and dominate the narrative, there is an authenticity by the end that makes the reader believe that this, in fact, has the potential to be a genuinely successful relationship. I don’t know if there are any plans to further follow the characters as they explore their newly formed bond to one another, but as characters they would certainly bear the weight of continuing their story if Vaughn chose to do so. I have read nearly all of Vaughn’s novels and found all them delightful. This push into a new type of relationship exploration is welcome. I can highly recommend this novella as a very enjoyable read.
February 3, 2017
Brigham had out done herself with this one. I've read my share of menage books and sometimes they can be really cheesy and just about the sex, but not this one!! While it's not a full length novel, there isn't a whole lot of room for background on the characters but I truly didn't feel that was an issue. She did a great job of letting us get to know the guys, and how their relationship developed from the start. When Rachael was added to their mix, it flowed naturally. It didn't feel forced or like she was just there to add to the sex. She brought something to the table, so to speak, not just to the bedroom. I loved how open and honest the characters were with each other and how they just seemed to mesh. Like I said, it was natural. I'll be keeping this one on my kindle for definite re-reads in the future!!
February 12, 2017
A terrific polyamory story from one of my favorite writers, this is! The emotions ring true, I wanted to be her, I wanted more of their story! Any chance for a sequel?
January 31, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
I really enjoyed this book there was a real honesty about this relationship between the three Mcs.
I think I accepted the way this relationship developed because it was m/m to start and the female was introduced. But the relationship wasn't a full relationship until the dynamic changed by introducing Rachael.
The book was well written the story flowed and I couldn't put it down. I really enjoyed the dynamic between Reeve and Grant but then when the men were on their own with Rachael and then when all three of them were together.
I liked Jenna and her sound advice.
I would really like to read more about these characters.
I really enjoyed this book there was a real honesty about this relationship between the three Mcs.
I think I accepted the way this relationship developed because it was m/m to start and the female was introduced. But the relationship wasn't a full relationship until the dynamic changed by introducing Rachael.
The book was well written the story flowed and I couldn't put it down. I really enjoyed the dynamic between Reeve and Grant but then when the men were on their own with Rachael and then when all three of them were together.
I liked Jenna and her sound advice.
I would really like to read more about these characters.
February 7, 2017
Wowza
This is my first m/m/f book and I have to say it was beautifully written. We get to see the two men, Grant and Reeve meet and have a some what relationship. And then we meet Rachel who was just in the right place at the right time. I'm sure some people will be put off by the sexual genre of this book, but in all honesty its done in a very tasteful way. If I could give a higher rating I would. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.
This is my first m/m/f book and I have to say it was beautifully written. We get to see the two men, Grant and Reeve meet and have a some what relationship. And then we meet Rachel who was just in the right place at the right time. I'm sure some people will be put off by the sexual genre of this book, but in all honesty its done in a very tasteful way. If I could give a higher rating I would. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.
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