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Briar Boleyn
The Dragon's Reluctant Manny: An M/M Mpreg Shifter Romance (Paranormal Au Pair Agency)
by Colbie Dunbar
About this book
When his PhD funding unexpectedly vanishes, Ledger finds himself desperate enough to accept a mysterious live-in manny position. The job seems straightforward, but he soon realizes that his three spirited charges are far from ordinary. Between their scorching fingertips and the unexplained fire damage throughout the mansion, it becomes clear that this is no typical household. Ledger is a man of logic, yet he finds himself increasingly drawn to the intoxicating, overprotective alpha who rules this chaotic home.
Theron is a single dragon shifter struggling to raise his children while guarding a dangerous secret. He never expected to find a human who could handle his brood with such tenderness or ignite a fire within him that has nothing to do with his draconic nature. As the forced proximity of their living arrangement turns into stolen moments in dark hallways, the line between professional duty and a fated-mate connection begins to blur.
This M/M paranormal romance masterfully blends high-stakes shifter tension with the cozy, heartwarming dynamics of a found family. With an academy setting, a slow-burn attraction, and an impending pregnancy, the story delivers an addictive mix of mystery and passion. Dive into this enchanting tale where love is the most powerful force of all.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
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Reader Reviews
May 19, 2026
This is a good start to a new series. I have read enough fated mate stories to know Fate puts the perfect person in front of you. This could not be more true of these two. Ledger is the best person to care for three unique children. Theron has tried since the death of his first love, but he definitely needs help with three thriving dragon children. All three of the babies are super sweet. Their story is sweet because of so much interaction with the children. I have not read many books where...
May 20, 2026
The Dragon's Reluctant Manny was such a sweet and heartwarming read. I absolutely loved this MM dragon shifter romance. Theron is a single dragon shifter dad doing his best to raise his three small children, and Ledger is the human manny he brings in to help. From the very beginning, their connection feels warm and genuine, and watching their relationship slowly grow into something deeper was incredibly satisfying. This story is filled with second chances, true mates, and all the comforting...
May 18, 2026
Ledger was working on his PhD thesis in Psychology when he received word his funding was canceled. Having little to no money and not wanting to go to his parents for help, he decided that he would lake a position as a nanny. Or Manny as it were. Having no success he finally convinced his colleague Jess to point him to the au Pair organization that Jess had mentioned as being reputable. Ledger was good with children but was a little concerned with some of the wording in the four page NDA he...
May 21, 2026
\"The Dragon’s Reluctant Manny\" is book one in Colbie Dunbar's, Paranormal Au Pair Agency. Ms. Dunbar is one of my favorite omegaverse authors. You would think that after writing about a bazillion alpha/omegas (alone and with her partners like Lorelei Hart) the stories would become a bit stale. A bit \"She did that in the last book\". Once again, Ms. Dunbar has put a fresh spin on the a/o format. (Uninformed human omega meets shifter alpha, insta love, reveal, baby, HEA.) It absolutely blows...
May 22, 2026
Desperate for funds to complete his studies, Ledger takes on the role of manny for a widowed father and his children. He's a bit nervous about taking on the role, as his last position as an au pair was a bit of nightmare. Once he meets Theron and his kids, he is a bit relieved as the children are not the terrors he anticipated due to the family losing several nannies before him. Dragon shifter and widower Theron immediately senses that Ledger is his mate. As a human, Ledger doesn't quite feel...
