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4.14 AVERAGE
4.14 AVERAGE
3.5 stars
Hmmm I do wish I enjoyed this more but I really didn't connect with the characters much. I get that Ewan was meant to be "bratty" but it was honestly exasperating at times
Hmmm I do wish I enjoyed this more but I really didn't connect with the characters much. I get that Ewan was meant to be "bratty" but it was honestly exasperating at times
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a great book in the genre it belongs in. It's really well written, with a great dynamic between the two main characters - they take their time, which I really appreciated. They both need space to come to terms with the fact that they complement each other so well, and what emerges from this is simply fascinating. Ewan is great as the bratty sub - not annoying, but with a lot of charm and depth. And Nate? So much patience, so much Big Boss Dom Energy - it just works really well together.
It's not just about classic BDSM dynamics, but above all about trust, communication and negotiating boundaries in a very sensitive, genuine way. The book takes its time and offers sizzling chemistry as well as real emotional depth.
Not everything was 100% mine, but the changes in perspective make it totally interesting, especially how they feel about their kink and what that means for a relationship. I'm really looking forward to seeing what happens next.
If you're looking for queer romance with D/s elements and a lot of heart, this is the book for you.
It's not just about classic BDSM dynamics, but above all about trust, communication and negotiating boundaries in a very sensitive, genuine way. The book takes its time and offers sizzling chemistry as well as real emotional depth.
Not everything was 100% mine, but the changes in perspective make it totally interesting, especially how they feel about their kink and what that means for a relationship. I'm really looking forward to seeing what happens next.
If you're looking for queer romance with D/s elements and a lot of heart, this is the book for you.
Ooo so fun, tropey with rich saviour, kink club, finding yourself, etc. A lot of smut (I'd say every chapter?) but I'd describe it as not very immersive, but fun.
That was adorable! I loved the exploration of their relationship! Before reading the book, I was hesitant because I knew there'd be a lot more violence involved than in "His Boy Next Door". But I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't an issue because there was always enthusiastic consent. In fact, it felt more secure than between Channon and Jack because I knew from the start than Ewan wouldn't hesitate to use his safeword if everything got too much.
The only reason I'm giving it four stars is because I'm not a big fan of reused dialogue for scenes from different perspectives.
The only reason I'm giving it four stars is because I'm not a big fan of reused dialogue for scenes from different perspectives.
Started the year off with these boys and finishing the year with a reread. Bumping these up to 5 stars since I can't get enough of them and they have apparently taken up residence in my heart.
so very different from His Boy Next Door and yet I loved how not only this afforded me a third person’s perspective of Jack and Channon’s relationship but of Jack and Nate’s friendship as well.
not to mention how this pairing stands for itself. Part of me didn’t really know what to expect from this series, but i was pretty happy with what i got.
in fact i wanted a little bit more time with Nate and Ewan, and my heart is a little scared of how these very different relationships are going to mesh moving forward but i’m also kind of terribly excited to find out
not to mention how this pairing stands for itself. Part of me didn’t really know what to expect from this series, but i was pretty happy with what i got.
in fact i wanted a little bit more time with Nate and Ewan, and my heart is a little scared of how these very different relationships are going to mesh moving forward but i’m also kind of terribly excited to find out
Fun and enjoyable companion series. Can be read as a stand-alone, but more enjoyable if you're familiar with the original series, IMO. I like the original a bit more, but it was nice getting to see more of Nate and Ewan's relationship and understand how they came together.