REVIEW: Bears and Bakeries by Dylan Drakes (Sweet & Stocky #2)

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BEARS & BAKERIES

Sweet & Stocky - Book Two

by Dylan Drakes

Release Date: May 25, 2025

Review

Sexy bears finding love will always get my attention, and I really enjoy Dylan’s writing style and approach to romance stories.


Bears and Bakeries is all about finding yourself, conquering fears and dreaming big.


Locky has a chance to change course in life, but his past has made him leery of a life that isn’t steady and secure. Benedict is his chance to chase his dreams. And Benedict could use a fresh perspective on his life’s work.  Together, they support one another on their journey to overcoming some of their fears and building a life to be truly excited about.


They are charming guys, and more so, they are surrounded by some pretty awesome friends that make their story all the more wonderful. It’s a heart-warming story with some pretty great smut.

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Synopsis

A cozy baking romance with low angst and high heat.

Locky Sorenson isn't a risk taker. He's stuck in an awful office job. He's terrified of turning his one true passion, baking, into something real. And worst of all, he hasn't gotten laid in almost a decade. Sure, he could confront the traumatic reason he’s in this mess, but stress eating donuts under a cozy blanket sounds like a much better option.

Benedict Owens doesn't screw his clients, no matter how beefy and adorkable they are. As a small business advisor, he knows that's a recipe for disaster. Better to keep his distance. That way he won't get burnt again.

But when Locky loses his job, fate pushes them together—forcing them to confront the fears that have held them back for so long.

And while they try to keep things professional, Locky and Benedict soon discover that cupcakes aren't the only thing rising in the kitchen. And that steel benches make an excellent surface to really pound out the dough.

Now they’ve got to decide how deep they want to take it. Will Locky find the courage to open his dream bakery? Will Benedict finally let someone mend his broken heart? Or will they both decide that the whisk is just too great?

Bears & Bakeries is a sweet and spicy hurt/comfort romance about following your dreams, overcoming your fears, and getting some spicy snuggles with beefy boys along the way. Expect cozy baking vibes, highly detailed and body positive spice, and a supportive romance that’s as sweet and warm as a freshly glazed donut.

About Dylan Drakes

Hello precious pixies, thanks for visiting my cozy little cabin. I've just popped the tea kettle on, so why don't you grab a chair and have a cup!

For those that don't know, I am a queer romance author from sunny Australia. I adore writing love stories of all kinds - from cute and cozy, to mysterious and pulse-pounding.

My other passions include video games, photography, and snuggling up to my adorable little floof monster, Sven.

I hope you have an amazing day, and thanks again for swinging by!


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