2.5


Cute and sweet. ( )

This is a wonderful, almost tongue-in-cheek, story about a submissive desperately wanting a Master and a Dominant who is bored with life and doesn't even know he's looking for a submissive. Well, he sort of knows, but doesn't want to admit he wants him to be permanent.

The opening scene had me laughing out loud. Jack having to wear a stupid baseball cap, in public, because he lost a bet (to a submissive!) is just too funny. But, like Jack, I was immediately fascinated with the young man who approaches him. Also, like Jack, I didn't have a clue why he did, or what was going on.

Ricky is so innocent, he shouldn't even be allowed to leave the house, much less visit a BDSM club, as far as I'm concerned. He's got himself into a huge mess, and it takes a while for Jack to figure out exactly what is going on. Ricky is too loyal for his own good, but once he understands what's going on, and the very real danger he is in, he thankfully stands up for himself.

I loved the way this story is written: with tons of humor and very distinct character voices, it was a joy to read. The development of Jack and Ricky's relationship is delightful and (as far as I'm concerned) had just the right balance of discovery and sexual tension.


NOTE: This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews. ( )

*Book source ~ A review copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.

It’s Valentine’s Day and Jack Bowen is grumpy. Even though he’s hanging out at his favorite club, The Spread Eagle, he lost a bet to Bret, the sub belonging to his friend Marcus. He has to wear a stupid hat provided by Bret all night. Plus, it’s Valentine’s Day and he has no date. Until a young, hot, naked man walks through the club and kneels in front of Jack. Things are looking up after all.

I enjoyed this story much more than Once a Brat. Ricky Douglas is a sub, but not a brat at all like Bret is. I don’t like Bret much, but since he has the best interests of Ricky in mind I’ll give him a smidgeon of credit. I think this story is a great intro to M/M BDSM. It’s not heavy handed and it’s not excessively light. It’s also not fluff. Also, the twist? Loved it! For a short story it packs quite a bit of feeling into it and I found myself loving Jack and Ricky. I’d definitely read more stories about them. This is a self-contained story. It’s not necessary to read book 1 to understand book 2, but if you’re like me you’ll want to read them in order. ( )

A Valentine's date that was about leather rather than roses.

I thought that line summed up this short story nicely. Ricky, the newbie sub, mistakes Jack as his new master because he's wearing a hat that his would-be dom said he'd be wearing. Shenanigans ensue.

Great little Valentine's Day treat. :) ( )