The Gift by Kim Dare

The Gift by Kim Dare
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Genre: Contemporary, Holiday, Paranormal
Length: Short (76 pgs)
Other: M/M, BDSM
Rating: 4 Cherries
Review by: Cactus

If Charles prefers leather to tinsel, that’s okay. Nicky is still sure he can teach his master to love Christmas – with the aid of a perfect gift.

Just because Charles doesn’t see any point in making a fuss about Christmas, that doesn’t mean he can’t tolerate Nicky’s passion for tinsel and holly. He’s never forbidden his pet from enjoying any of his Christmas traditions and he thinks that’s enough.

Nicky has one ambition – to give his master a perfect Christmas. He’s willing to do anything to make that happen – even if it means taking risks and asking his master for special privileges – even if it means inviting a third man into their bed.

The Spirit of Christmas Past isn’t used to visiting Christmases that involve quite so much nudity, passion or kinky sex. Leading a dominant man like Charles through the Christmases isn’t easy – and keeping his eyes off the frequently naked Nicky is impossible. Still, all the spirit can do is enjoy the show – because his job is to bring lovers together and fade away inconspicuously. That’s the plan. However, if someone suddenly wants to thank him, who is he to say no?

In a twist on the classic Christmas Story tale, Charles is visited by a sexy ghost of Christmas Past to help show him the meaning of Christmas. Mix in chocolate, sex toys, a delicious and obedient pet with a whole mountain of tinsel and the recipe for a great Christmas has never been better. Unfortunately Charles was never a big fan of Christmas and only indulged his beloved pet Nicky during the holiday. It takes a spirit to show Charles and Nicky that some of the best things can be had at Christmas.

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Nicky is delightful with his insecure yet loving service of Charles. Nicky’s adoration for his master is so evident and obvious that he often forgets himself and second guesses his own instincts. He frequently misconstrues comments, always expecting the worst and the negative connotation. It takes Charles’ unwavering love and support to work out these problems and reassure Nicky of his place in Charles’ life and heart. Nicky’s love of Christmas and his desire for Charles to love the holiday too is an extension of Nicky’s wish to make Charles happy and share something he loves. Also, the spirit was a fun addition to the story, adding an element of steamy sex to a normally forgettable character.

This is a well-written and charming tale that managed to elicit a lot of emotion for its short length. My heart broke a little for Nicky as he tries so hard yet can’t quite believe the compliments he’s given and I loved Charles’ gruff demand instead of asking at the end. The newfound confidence both men had as well as Charles’ final quote added a romantic and lovely ending to a great holiday tale.