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3.46 AVERAGE
3.46 AVERAGE
Rating: 3.0/5.0
An erotic m/m BDSM story. Was OK. I listened to the audiobook. I think I would have rated it less if it was not for the good narration and voice. Nothing major is really going here. I mean story wise I did not feel it had much substance. The degree of eroticism was not that big either. I have not explored much in this BDSM genre so I can't say how much I can rate this particular story compared to other books.
It was OK.
An erotic m/m BDSM story. Was OK. I listened to the audiobook. I think I would have rated it less if it was not for the good narration and voice. Nothing major is really going here. I mean story wise I did not feel it had much substance. The degree of eroticism was not that big either. I have not explored much in this BDSM genre so I can't say how much I can rate this particular story compared to other books.
It was OK.
challenging
dark
lighthearted
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
Loved it!!Brilliant characters, great chemistry between them - shows just why I love SJD Peterson's works!
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a perfect read if, and only if, you have an interest in stories about full-time D/s relationships. This is not simply an erotic romance; it's a genuine exploration of an alternative lifestyle.
There are two features of the narrative that may be off-putting. First is the incessant use of labels. Tackett, the "Dom," continually refers to Micah, the "sub," as either "boy" or "pup." While these words may be overused ad nauseam, they do not necessarily reduce the quality of the story as a whole. Second would have to be Micah's "scatterbrain." He often goes off on arbitrary rambles that have nothing to do with the plot, and it depends on your level of tolerance for such randomness. For someone like me who suffers from the same attention disorder, I empathize with his lack of focus, so it became endearing rather than annoying for me.
The chemistry between Tackett and Micah is realistic with its ups and downs. They start off as almost strangers. Tackett is a loner, while Micah is a selfish brat. It's only in Chapter 5 (~18% into the novel) that they finally agree to hook-up, or rather Tackett goes "screw it, he's persistent and I need to get laid." Only after does Micah insist on becoming submissive to Tackett, and even then Tackett has severe doubts he will be able to satisfy Micah's needs. I highly approve the emphasis that's placed on the D/s negotiation Tackett and Micah have at this point because it highlights the basis of their consent for the rest of the story.
Tackett and Micah face their respective dilemmas as Dom and sub, each trying to prove to themselves, and one another, that they can make the relationship work. Micah constantly feels like he's screwing up and failing the people around him. No matter how much he dreams of giving up his mind, body, and soul to Tackett, he just can't seem to keep focused. It's Tackett's job, then, to guide Micah, and it's not always gentle. Tackett isn't a sadist but he understands the concept of "spare the rod, spoil the child," and he often takes the "cruel" route to strike a point. Micah wants to be taught and he's willing to do anything to please Tackett, even if he doesn't always understand what's going on as it's happening. The two of them gradually mature into what the other needs, and from the first page, you're rooting for them to also fall in love.
This book has a specific flavor to it, but if you're into that sort of stuff, then it's a very fulfilling read.
There are two features of the narrative that may be off-putting. First is the incessant use of labels. Tackett, the "Dom," continually refers to Micah, the "sub," as either "boy" or "pup." While these words may be overused ad nauseam, they do not necessarily reduce the quality of the story as a whole. Second would have to be Micah's "scatterbrain." He often goes off on arbitrary rambles that have nothing to do with the plot, and it depends on your level of tolerance for such randomness. For someone like me who suffers from the same attention disorder, I empathize with his lack of focus, so it became endearing rather than annoying for me.
The chemistry between Tackett and Micah is realistic with its ups and downs. They start off as almost strangers. Tackett is a loner, while Micah is a selfish brat. It's only in Chapter 5 (~18% into the novel) that they finally agree to hook-up, or rather Tackett goes "screw it, he's persistent and I need to get laid." Only after does Micah insist on becoming submissive to Tackett, and even then Tackett has severe doubts he will be able to satisfy Micah's needs. I highly approve the emphasis that's placed on the D/s negotiation Tackett and Micah have at this point because it highlights the basis of their consent for the rest of the story.
Tackett and Micah face their respective dilemmas as Dom and sub, each trying to prove to themselves, and one another, that they can make the relationship work. Micah constantly feels like he's screwing up and failing the people around him. No matter how much he dreams of giving up his mind, body, and soul to Tackett, he just can't seem to keep focused. It's Tackett's job, then, to guide Micah, and it's not always gentle. Tackett isn't a sadist but he understands the concept of "spare the rod, spoil the child," and he often takes the "cruel" route to strike a point. Micah wants to be taught and he's willing to do anything to please Tackett, even if he doesn't always understand what's going on as it's happening. The two of them gradually mature into what the other needs, and from the first page, you're rooting for them to also fall in love.
This book has a specific flavor to it, but if you're into that sort of stuff, then it's a very fulfilling read.
Didn't work for me
I just didn't get any real sense of connection between the two MCs I'm afraid, no matter how much it was written that Micah needed Tackett.
The age gap also didn't really seem to make much difference either as I don't think either character represented someone of their age. Micah's ADHD seemed to be used lot make him act like a toddler and Tackett talked like he was nearly at deaths door, not in his mid 40s.
The BDSM scenes were okay, but again they were bitty and didn't seem to follow any logical progression. So overall, this just wasn't for me.
I just didn't get any real sense of connection between the two MCs I'm afraid, no matter how much it was written that Micah needed Tackett.
The age gap also didn't really seem to make much difference either as I don't think either character represented someone of their age. Micah's ADHD seemed to be used lot make him act like a toddler and Tackett talked like he was nearly at deaths door, not in his mid 40s.
The BDSM scenes were okay, but again they were bitty and didn't seem to follow any logical progression. So overall, this just wasn't for me.
Hier ist der Mann auf dem Cover zwar nett anzuschauen, aber irgendwie finde ich es unpassend zu diesem Buch. Ist aber nur meine persönliche Meinung.
Inhaltlich haben wir hier wieder eine BDSM Geschichte vorliegen, die sich um Micah und Tackett dreht. Beide sind bereits mit BDSM vertraut, auch trennt sie ein relativ großer Altersunterschied. Micah leidet an Konzentrationsschwäche und braucht einen Dom der ihn hart führt. Dies meint er in Tackett zu sehen, aber er muss diesen noch überzeugen, dass Sie füreinander geschaffen sind.
Fazit:
Hier mochte ich die BDSM Beziehung der beiden sehr gerne – es wurde geredet und Grenzen festgelegt und auch wenn erst Sex und dann die Gefühle kamen, passte es zu unserem Pärchen sehr gut. Ich fand es sehr lustig zu erfahren, dass im Englischen der Originaltitel „Pup“ heißt, was einen kleinen Welpen beschreibt. Danach konnte ich mit Micah nur noch als Welpen vorstellen…
Ich gebe 4 von 5 Punkten.
Inhaltlich haben wir hier wieder eine BDSM Geschichte vorliegen, die sich um Micah und Tackett dreht. Beide sind bereits mit BDSM vertraut, auch trennt sie ein relativ großer Altersunterschied. Micah leidet an Konzentrationsschwäche und braucht einen Dom der ihn hart führt. Dies meint er in Tackett zu sehen, aber er muss diesen noch überzeugen, dass Sie füreinander geschaffen sind.
Fazit:
Hier mochte ich die BDSM Beziehung der beiden sehr gerne – es wurde geredet und Grenzen festgelegt und auch wenn erst Sex und dann die Gefühle kamen, passte es zu unserem Pärchen sehr gut. Ich fand es sehr lustig zu erfahren, dass im Englischen der Originaltitel „Pup“ heißt, was einen kleinen Welpen beschreibt. Danach konnte ich mit Micah nur noch als Welpen vorstellen…
Ich gebe 4 von 5 Punkten.
I really wanted to like this book. The blurb has all the elements that I look for in my reads: kink, BDSM, hurt/comfort, and romance – with a delicious looking book cover. However, once I started reading, I was disappointed. Phrases like “real Doms” or “real subs” are a huge turn off for me. BDSM is such a personal experience that looks differently for each person and relationship. To imply that there’s a “one, true way” is not healthy and sounds pretty ignorant. The fact that both Tacket, the Dom, and Micah, the sub, spoke in this manner, made them sound like internet newbie role players rather than seasoned BDSM club members.
Another issue I had was with how Micah was treated. Tackett was pretty frustrated with Micah’s “flighty” attention span. However, from how the author characterized Micah, it sounded like had a bad case of ADHD which is definitely not the same as being “flighty.” I couldn’t understand Tackett’s methods and tactics in controlling Micah’s ADHD, and it all felt a bit emotionally abusive.
Overall, this book left me feeling confused over what I read, and was definitely not to my taste.
Another issue I had was with how Micah was treated. Tackett was pretty frustrated with Micah’s “flighty” attention span. However, from how the author characterized Micah, it sounded like had a bad case of ADHD which is definitely not the same as being “flighty.” I couldn’t understand Tackett’s methods and tactics in controlling Micah’s ADHD, and it all felt a bit emotionally abusive.
Overall, this book left me feeling confused over what I read, and was definitely not to my taste.