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The Inappropriate Date: A heart-warming MM Short Novella Kindle Edition

by Jax Calder (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,461 ratings
Hunter has always been a good son - respectful, hard-working and high achieving. Unfortunately, his mother struggles to handle the fact he’s bisexual, regarding his sexuality with the same enthusiasm she’d normally reserve for roadkill.

When she warns him not to bring someone inappropriate to his sister’s wedding, in an uncharacteristic fit of spite, Hunter decides to track down the most inappropriate date possible.

Blue Hair. Tattoos. Irresistible smile. Most definitely male. There’s more chance his mother will learn to moonwalk than approve of Adam as his date.

But appearances can be deceiving. And Hunter is about to learn this lesson along with the rest of his family…

This short 12,000-word MM romantic novella contains two beautiful men falling for each other, with some twists and lessons learned along the way.
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  1. Print length
    66 pages
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  4. Publication date
    July 31, 2021
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    3.4 MB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B099PFP2SS
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 31, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 66 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 1,461 ratings

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Jax Calder

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Jax's stories are all about light-hearted conversations and deeply-felt connections. She loves exploring exactly why two characters are the only ones who’ll make the other truly happy, and the journey they take to reach their happily-ever-after.

Jax lives in New Zealand and is a rabid sports fan, a hiking enthusiast and has a slightly unhealthy addiction to nature documentaries. As an extrovert who spends way too much time in her own head, she loves to connect with readers. Join her Facebook group Jax's Crew (www.facebook.com/groups/jaxcaldercrew) for bonus stories plus exclusive excerpts from her upcoming books.

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Customers find this novella to be a heartwarming romance with well-developed characters and hot, steamy scenes. They describe it as adorable and a great quick read, with one customer noting its unexpected twists and turns.

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36 customers mention "Romance"36 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this novella, describing it as a super sweet and enjoyable read.

"Perfect blend of fun, quirky characters, a dash of relatable family drama, and amazing chemistry give you a story that's both hot and heartwarming...." Read more

"This adorably sweet novella, with a very hot🌶 yet sweet, happily ever after, is a very fun and enjoyable quick read...." Read more

"This story was absolutely lovely. Just had a huge happy sigh as I finished it." Read more

"Such a cute love story between Hunter and Adam, with a powerful reminder that you can’t judge a book by its cover...." Read more

17 customers mention "Cute"17 positive0 negative

Customers find the novella cute and sexy, with one describing it as an adorable HEA (Happy Ever After) story.

"This is a short, sweet story. Very quick read with a few cute, unexpected twists & turns...." Read more

"...But still, for a short novella—this was really cute. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I loved the glimpse into Adam and Hunter’s future—so sweet!" Read more

"...short has all the feels and humor of a much longer book and is absolutely adorable!..." Read more

"...This was a cute little novella and my first time reading the author but it makes me want to read more from them." Read more

12 customers mention "Story length"9 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the story length of the book, with one mentioning its engaging storyline and unexpected twists and turns, while another describes it as a modern fairy tale.

"...Very quick read with a few cute, unexpected twists & turns...." Read more

"...was well written, the characters were well developed, and the storyline was engaging." Read more

"...Only draw back was how short it was (I wanted more) and the very short, abrupt ending. Otherwise, great story." Read more

"Fun short read. Modern fairy tale, no angst, HEA. A great antidote after too many coming of age heartbreak misunderstood diatribes." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"Perfect blend of fun, quirky characters, a dash of relatable family drama, and amazing chemistry give you a story that's both hot and heartwarming...." Read more

"...as it is, it’s not terribly deep, but the author did a nice job with character development & creating their world." Read more

"...While short, the story was well written, the characters were well developed, and the storyline was engaging." Read more

"This was so enjoyable. Both main characters were well done and fun...." Read more

6 customers mention "Heat level"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the heat level of the book, describing it as hot with steamy scenes.

"...family drama, and amazing chemistry give you a story that's both hot and heartwarming. So glad I stumbled upon this book." Read more

"This adorably sweet novella, with a very hot🌶 yet sweet, happily ever after, is a very fun and enjoyable quick read...." Read more

"...The story included sweet moments, steamy scenes, swoons, family drama, and chuckles...." Read more

"This short story has so much warmth and heart in it. A feel good read from start to finish...." Read more

5 customers mention "Heartwarming"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming and describe it as an amazing reminder.

"...drama, and amazing chemistry give you a story that's both hot and heartwarming. So glad I stumbled upon this book." Read more

"Such a cute love story between Hunter and Adam, with a powerful reminder that you can’t judge a book by its cover...." Read more

"This is an amazing reminder to never judge someone by their looks. I love these two SOO much! It was a funny steamy read and I’m in love" Read more

"I loved the characters and personalities. Heart warming and a feel good read. I will be reading this again and again." Read more

5 customers mention "Readability"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a great quick read.

"...a very hot🌶 yet sweet, happily ever after, is a very fun and enjoyable quick read...." Read more

"This is a short, sweet story. Very quick read with a few cute, unexpected twists & turns...." Read more

"First book I’ve read by this author, super cute and really quick read. I’ll definitely read more for this author." Read more

"It was a cute quick read. It did finish at 66% and the rest was a preview of book. I do not like when authors do that to get more pages." Read more

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  • Tiffany
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot and Heartwarming
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    Perfect blend of fun, quirky characters, a dash of relatable family drama, and amazing chemistry give you a story that's both hot and heartwarming. So glad I stumbled upon this book.
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  • LauraAnnette
    4.0 out of 5 stars Adorable HEA Novella
    Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
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    This adorably sweet novella, with a very hot🌶 yet sweet, happily ever after, is a very fun and enjoyable quick read.
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  • Melody Hammell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely lovely
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
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    This story was absolutely lovely. Just had a huge happy sigh as I finished it.
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  • Mary G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun story
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2025
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    Such a cute love story between Hunter and Adam, with a powerful reminder that you can’t judge a book by its cover. Sweet HEA including glimpses of their future.
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  • AbbraCadabra
    3.0 out of 5 stars Really cute!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2023
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    This is a short, sweet story. Very quick read with a few cute, unexpected twists & turns. Since it’s as short as it is, it’s not terribly deep, but the author did a nice job with character development & creating their world.
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  • buffpuff
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful novella!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2023
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    I had literally just finished Royal Heir, had not even finished my review but I was so enamored with the way Jax Calder writes. I believe I have read a short story previously but I guess now, well I was in the middle of binging a series when I read Royal Heir. I jumped write from there into this
    Inappropriate Date.
    Was it what I expected. No. It was so very much better. Adam was everything you don't want to bring home to Mama on the outside. But on the way Hunter and Adam got to know each other. And then they arrived and Hunter's Mom did just what he wanted but did he?
    They met so many relatives and friends who spoke so highly of Adam. His Mom changed her mind but that did not matter because Hunter was halfway in love at first sight. He had loved picking him up with tattoos and blue hair because to be honest it was hot.
    I thought this story was so very sweet. What an amazing love story. And I truly loved who Adam was. Just an amazing novella that gives you that gooey feel good feeling when you are done.

    A MUST READ!

    10/10++
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  • Kristina
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sneaky and cute
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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    I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the lesson on not judging a book by it's cover. I recommend this book.
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  • Virginia Rose
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just To Show His Stuck Up Mother
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2025
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    Hunter needed a date for his sister’s wedding. His mother sent him a text to be sure and bring an “appropriate” date. He was so tired of her being so judgmental. She did not like it that he is bisexual. He knew just the date he wanted to take.

    Hunter had been dragged to a speed dating event by friends who were trying to get him back in the game after breaking up with his boyfriend. There he had met a great guy. They had laughed and talked, really hit it off. However, he did not choose a match.

    He had not forgotten Adam, though. He was not like the people he usually dated. He had tattoos all down his arm and his hair was dyed blue.
    Now he was remembering Adam. He would not be “appropriate” in his mother’s eyes. He went back to the bar where he had met Adam and there he was, so handsome. Hunter re-thought his idea. Adam was a good guy who did not deserve this. He was about to leave when Adam came up to him and he found himself asking him to go with him to the wedding. Is this going to turn out to be a disaster? Or not?
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  • Silvana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Short but really cute!
    Reviewed in Spain on March 29, 2023
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    Well written short novella! Great when you need something quick to read. I love this author, she’s great. And the couple was super adorable^^
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  • Shruthi Vijayan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love at first read
    Reviewed in India on February 7, 2022
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    This is a must read. I absolutely fell in love from page 1 onwards. Super sweet, super sexy and a wonderful ending. Loads of love from this reader. 😍
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  • Van Mac
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful short story ♡
    Reviewed in Canada on November 2, 2024
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    I love Jax Calder's stories ♡ they are full of feelings that are hard to find sometimes in other books.

    I will always read whatever Jax writes ♡
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  • MandyMoo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet and lovely.
    Reviewed in Australia on June 17, 2022
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    I loved this short story of Hunter and Adam. While their journey didn’t start out the best it ended very happily. This was well worth the read.
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  • Humberto Cadena 13
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
    Reviewed in Mexico on September 21, 2021
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    I adored this novella, is fun, sexi, and so sweet.
    Comfort read with unexpected turns and lovable characters.
    So adorable!!
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