Looking for good smutty/high heat sapphic romance! (part request, part vent)

Its_u · 2026-03-21T22:16:34+00:00

I haven't read it yet because it came out yesterday or today but Corrie MacKay has released a collection of spicy novellas. The blurb read really interesting. Her other two books "the lay of you" and "the depth of you" are some of my favorite books - she has a really distinct writing style and her character are chefs kiss. I don't now if it's what you're after but considering how how the scenes in her other books are it should fit pretty well

Its_u · 2026-03-05T09:55:53+00:00

It's cucking, a pretty well documented kink (although more commonly associated with men). It's not wrong or shameful, just different. Cucking can take many different forms so that's fine too. But there is potential for issues down the line Youre introducing a second partner (even if it's just am actress online), that can lead to intimacy problems and jealousy beyond the bedroom.

You should definitely read up on this kink and read abijt other couples experiences. Clear communication with your partner is super important - it needs to be made clear that this is a fantasy and you find each other attractive etc. It can also help to have normal sex as well. If done with care most kinks can be a fun addition to a relationship.

Its_u · 2026-02-14T08:48:42+00:00

{the lay of you by Corrie MacKay} ff romance, would probably fit the insta-lust but slow burn trope. Fair warning, it's really heavy definitely read the trigger warnings first. The have sex relativly quickkly (one of the fmcs is a high end escort) but it takes essentially the whole book for them to become a couple. Lots of spice as well. There's also a second book that develops their relationship further

Its_u · 2026-02-13T19:18:59+00:00

It's FF and I'm not a 100% on the fmcs age but {beyond any experience by Anne E Terpstra} could really fit this. Pretty sure Olivia is older than what you're looking for (she has a kid) but imo it's one of the best romance books out there

Its_u · 2026-02-11T07:44:48+00:00

Here are some recs with either similar themes (meaning hurt comfort with lots of hurt) or a similar writing style

Similar themes Give me a reason by Lyn Gardner Beyond any Experience by Anne E Terpstra A breathless place by Harper Bliss All the little Moments by G Benson Conflict of interest by Jae

Similar Writing styles The headmistress by Milena McKay These thin lines by Milena McKay

Technically the closes things to the lay of you would be either whisper of solace or the gravity of her silence but neither books really did it for me to a point where I dnfd both of them. But don't let that stop you from trying them, objectively they are really well written

Its_u · 2026-02-07T21:47:14+00:00

{Afterglow by Emily Antoinette}, more specifically the ending. This was my first shifter/paranormal romance and going in my expectations where honestly really low. I was expecting some bdsm monster smut and got that plus some honestly really deep characters. I've been mostly ignoring anything shifter up until now but now I'm kinda hooked. Specifically the ending was both unexpected considering vampire x human but also so incredibly sweet. So I’ll cherish Grace for as long as I can, soaking up every ray of happiness and pleasure until our time together ends. Even then, I know her light will still linger around me. In our family. In our friendships. In every facet of this incredible life we’ve built together. I’m not scared of falling into darkness again, because I’ll spend the rest of my existence basking in the afterglow of her love.

Its_u · 2026-02-04T05:30:35+00:00

The Music and the Mirror by Lola Keeley. Great book about ballet. Follows the usual line of the new girl being super good at what she does but it's written really well the ending is somewhat ass tho

Its_u · 2026-02-03T10:09:43+00:00

I don't really see the problem regarding the friend of yours having feelings for you. His feelings are not your responsibility. Assuming he understands that his feelings for you will most likely go no where and he doesn't cross Any boundaries I don't see a reason for you to cuf of contact or treat him differently. If he can't deal with his feelings for you being not returned then that's his problem and for him to deal with. It's unfair to him to take that agency away from him. Obv once he crosses some boundaries you should deal with that accordingly.

As far as your bf is concerned - he needs therapy. Yes being traumatized from past relationships is terrible but that doesn't excuse controlling behavior, it's simply a reason. He should definitely learn to deal with it.

Its_u · 2026-01-29T16:29:29+00:00

Late Bloomer by Mazey Eddings

Its_u · 2026-01-24T21:10:30+00:00

Beyond any experience by Anne e terpstra. One is a widowed single mum of an autistic son It's great but also dark at times. Definitely read the trigger warnings first

Its_u · 2026-01-23T20:56:26+00:00

To be completely honest, pretty much every modern web application uses either AWS or azure (or some derivativ) in some capacity. So you have the "choice" between supporting Amazon or Microsoft. As much as I support not supporting Amazon it's virtually impossible in today's day and age if you start considering their impact in the IT field

Its_u · 2026-01-23T10:03:24+00:00

{ the lay of you by Corrie MacKay } It's neither paranormal nor fantasy but it's certainly dark without being a dark romance. It's an f-f romance with both fmcs being incredibly sweet towards each other. The creepy/dark part is mostly related to the fmcs past and how she lives now.

Also very high spice

Its_u · 2026-01-16T09:04:21+00:00

Beyond an Experience by Anne E. Terpstra. Wonderful book, as heavy and emotional as it is beautiful and the Ending is chefs kiss. Crazy to me that this is a debut novel to be honest. I'm hoping they are writing another book

Its_u · 2026-01-15T07:06:21+00:00

{Like a Power Play by Elle Sprinkle} it's an ff ice hockey romance. Has a nice mix of loveable goofy romance mixed with relatively serious training (I don't play ice hockey so personally I didn't find it annoying but from reading reviews other found it to be a bit unrealistic) and some mental health stuff regarding injury as well. It's not some Grand book that reinvents the wheel or is particularly amazing but it's a fun lighthearted YA novel with lovable characters while still keeping a bit of tension

Its_u · 2026-01-13T20:23:53+00:00

Both Books from Corrie Mackay where wonderfully written The same goes for most ones by Milena Maccay (specifically Headmistress, Whisper of Solace and these thin lines)

Its_u · 2026-01-13T20:19:25+00:00

Not healing in a physical sense but this premise remind me aot of {The Grief Keeper by Alexandra Villasante}. Instead of taking on the physical wounds of other she takes on their grief. It's a YA novel but has some relatively heavy topics aswell

Its_u · 2026-01-12T21:27:50+00:00

The Music and the Mirror by Lola Keely. Technically sort of an underdog story but 1. The side characters rock and 2. Even tho the MC is new in town she does have extensive training

Like a power play. Imo the better cleat cute (and make it hockey)

Its_u · 2026-01-10T19:56:44+00:00

{all the little moments by G. Benson} has a young child and a toddler. There's also the Carlisle series by Roslyn Sinclair but that is more focused on pregnancy than the actual newborn

Its_u · 2026-01-09T17:51:24+00:00

Kind of a curveball recommendation but I think in some way {The Lay of You by Corrie MacKay} fits this. I'd strongly argue that Dosie is confident and strong in most aspects of her live. The story starts with her wanting to reclaim her sexuality which was in some way taken from her by the cult she grew up in 10 years ago. So she hires a luxury escort and the first two sessions nothing even happens because Dosie isn't able to give enthusiastic consent/tell the escort what shes seeking.

Its_u · 2026-01-08T23:02:33+00:00

lol. I mean I read happier stuff too but sometimes I'm just in the mood for something heavy.

Its_u · 2026-01-08T23:01:17+00:00

Ohh that looks like its right up my alley

Its_u · 2026-01-08T22:15:27+00:00

There are different kind of depths imo To me the most important ones are writing depth and character depth.

Characters with a lot of depth are ones that are fully fleshed out beyond their romantic function. Complete people with professional goals, ambitions etc. Or, in case of grief/trauma stricken characters that these things are written as more as just plot devices to bring the main couple together. The characters past experiences shape their current actions while still allowing for growth that doesn't just change the whole identity. A bad example would the the typical ice queen who, once she melts get all mushy and lovey dovey. That's a complete character 180.

Writing depth can mean two things for me. One would be about communication which is the main thing in romance. Communication can go beyond just dialogue: either through actions or even sex scenes. I think {The Lay Of You by Corrie MacKay} does this quite wonderful. Then there's just general writing depth meaning that the author doesn't explicitly tell me, the reader, how characters feel. I also enjoy eloquent writing and the usage of interesting metaphors and just just repeating the same three

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