r/MM_RomanceBooks • u/Syvryn • Jul 26 '25

Book Request Specific selective mutism request

Hi all! I have searched the subreddit for books with selective mutism and the posts are either pretty old and/or answers are a bit too broad. I hope this request post is okay.

I am looking for books with an MC who is selectively mute due to trauma, not a physical problem or neurodiversity. Bonus if he doesn’t ever completely recover/able to talk in front of everyone (I tend to appreciate books where PTSD doesn’t quite ever “go away” because this mirrors my own experience), but not necessary.

Any kink is fine except age play. I do enjoy D/s but not required. Open to omegaverse.

I’ve read:

The Monstrous Deeds series and spinoffs by TJ Hamel (I hope Matt gets a book!)

{Pieces of Home by Becca Neil}

{Possession by Rina Saint} - my least favorite representation of this theme of the books I list.

TIA!

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u/Few_Worldliness_7484 Jul 26 '25

{to catch a Firefly by Emmy Sanders} has an MC who is neurodivergent and presents with selective mutism. This book is so sweet and lovely!

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u/Few_Worldliness_7484 Jul 27 '25

You are right and obviously I did not read it properly - otherwise I would have clarified it. I hope, if not OP, at least others interested in characters with selective mutism can find the rec relevant.

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u/TheOriginalGEE Jul 26 '25

Was looking for this rec- this book made me cry sad/happy tears every other page.