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Glisser by Jane Washington
(Ironside Academy, Book 5)
I’ve officially fallen head over heels for this series. It’s not only climbed its way on to my favorite harems list but has also earned “Roman Empire” status—this series lives rent-free in my head constantly.
The wait for Glisser was excruciating, but it was absolutely worth it.
I might approach RH books a little differently than most. My biggest draw in books isn’t the spice—it’s the romantic tension, the slow burn, and the intricate relationship dynamics that come with building a connection between the main characters.
With harems, you naturally get more of that. More characters mean more relationships to explore, and each new dynamic feeds my obsession with emotionally charged moments and chemistry. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy a well-written spicy scene, but it’s not my primary focus.
That’s why I categorize RH books into two camps:
Plot Harems: Stories where the relationships and narrative take center stage.
Smut Harems: Books primarily focused on the steam and group intimacy.
The Ironside Academy series firmly belongs in my Plot Harem category. Yes, there’s spice, and yes, it’s delicious, but it’s not the dominant force driving the story. The narrative here is layered, fulfilling, and constantly evolving. We get a balance of small, meaningful moments and the larger, overarching conflicts that keep things fresh and exciting.
This might be my favorite installment in the series so far, thanks to a few deeply emotional bonding scenes that left me absolutely melting. I’ve always loved the way this series can pull those fluttery, joyful emotions out of me, but Glisser took it to a whole new level thanks to which MMCs were responsible for the pull.
And let’s talk about the MMCs. I’ve spent *hours* trying to rank these guys, and I just... can’t. They’re all so unique, bringing wildly different energy, skills, and perspectives to the table. Every time I think I’ve nailed down my top three, I remember another character and scrap the list entirely.
That said, there is one standout who’s officially earned a spot on my personal Book Boyfriends list. If you read the series, come back and tell me who you think my book boyfriend is. I dare you to guess. 😉
If you’re a fan of harems that deliver on plot, relationships, and a sprinkle of spice, Glisser and the Ironside Academy series are absolute must-reads. Now excuse me while I go swoon over these Alphas some more.
(Ironside Academy, Book 5)
I’ve officially fallen head over heels for this series. It’s not only climbed its way on to my favorite harems list but has also earned “Roman Empire” status—this series lives rent-free in my head constantly.
The wait for Glisser was excruciating, but it was absolutely worth it.
I might approach RH books a little differently than most. My biggest draw in books isn’t the spice—it’s the romantic tension, the slow burn, and the intricate relationship dynamics that come with building a connection between the main characters.
With harems, you naturally get more of that. More characters mean more relationships to explore, and each new dynamic feeds my obsession with emotionally charged moments and chemistry. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy a well-written spicy scene, but it’s not my primary focus.
That’s why I categorize RH books into two camps:
Plot Harems: Stories where the relationships and narrative take center stage.
Smut Harems: Books primarily focused on the steam and group intimacy.
The Ironside Academy series firmly belongs in my Plot Harem category. Yes, there’s spice, and yes, it’s delicious, but it’s not the dominant force driving the story. The narrative here is layered, fulfilling, and constantly evolving. We get a balance of small, meaningful moments and the larger, overarching conflicts that keep things fresh and exciting.
This might be my favorite installment in the series so far, thanks to a few deeply emotional bonding scenes that left me absolutely melting. I’ve always loved the way this series can pull those fluttery, joyful emotions out of me, but Glisser took it to a whole new level thanks to which MMCs were responsible for the pull.
And let’s talk about the MMCs. I’ve spent *hours* trying to rank these guys, and I just... can’t. They’re all so unique, bringing wildly different energy, skills, and perspectives to the table. Every time I think I’ve nailed down my top three, I remember another character and scrap the list entirely.
That said, there is one standout who’s officially earned a spot on my personal Book Boyfriends list. If you read the series, come back and tell me who you think my book boyfriend is. I dare you to guess. 😉
If you’re a fan of harems that deliver on plot, relationships, and a sprinkle of spice, Glisser and the Ironside Academy series are absolute must-reads. Now excuse me while I go swoon over these Alphas some more.