For those who like dominant males
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Kresley Cole seems to like to write very dominant, almost domineering men in her stories - whether erotica or YA novels. Some people find this off-putting, where Evie seems to be weak-willed and incapable, and overall a terrible example of a girl to look up to. While I agree with all of the negative criticisms of Evie and Jack's character (they are definitely apparent character flaws), I don't detract that from my reading experience whatsoever. As a reader, I look forward to the overall plot and take in stride the character imperfections (I'd never date someone like Jack, but it was fun reading him!) with a grain of salt.

In terms of pacing, people seem to hate the flashbacks that go on for chapters in the beginning. This is definitely one of the book's weaker points, but at the same time I felt like the book needed all that setup to push along the other half of the book, the latter half of which all the action and intensity appears. The scene in the first chapter is put off until the last chapter, with flashes in between. Think of Poison Princess as a book told as a story of the main character, with the entire story being a flashback. By putting yourself in that mindset, rather than the mindset of someone actually experiencing the events current time, it may help ease the wait for things to pick up their pace.

Having read Endless Knight as well, I definitely recommend both this and Endless Knight, the sequel. I wouldn't necessarily categorize this YA - seems more of a New Adult theme with all of the semi-explicit sex - but for those who don't shy away from these themes, this book is definitely a fun, intense read.

Book 3's title will be announced very soon!
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I am not all that in favor of M/M/M unless I feel that all 3 guys are better together than not. I have found the perfect combination in More. I like all 3 guys with their distinct personality. And the fact that their age ranges from 20 to 40 just make their need for each other more realistic. The story is narrated by 30+ year old Luke and often in narration if not done well the other characters become pale by comparison. Fortunately this does not happen in More and I am as taken by both Matthew and Richard. These 3 men really grow on you as I find myself wanting them to bond and stay together. Sometimes M/M/M sex can be too confusing if overdone and thankfully this did not happen here. I was not confused (LOL!) As this is a narration the story ofcouse evolves around Luke's suffering in the hands of his homophobic and powerful father. But we also get a bit of Matthew's and Richard's stories. Each man is likable in his own way but I really like Matthew. He may seem the weakest but he is the one who glued them together by his pure love for his men and the other two's desire to protect and care for the younger man.
There is a good plot here injected with excitement towards the ending, even if I do not favor "monster of a father" sort of story line. But ultimately it is Matthew, Luke and Richard who "up" this M/M/M for me and I would love to read more of them but with Matthew or Richard as the narrator.
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It's really hard to determine which Ferro brother is my favorite.  I was introduced to Peter first but Sean is quickly growing on me.

Very alpha male, very mysterious and very hot!

I've read all of the Arrangement books so far and can't wait for more!  How can one family have so many hot brothers and friends?
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I'm a big fan of well written erotica and this is one of the better ones. If your a hardcore Dom/sub fan, this will probably be a disappointment, as this Dom/Dom/sub relationship seems to be in the bedroom only, which is not only what the D/s relationship is usually about. For actual role play and dominant-submissive behavior games, this is a winner. Just kick back and enjoy some well-written sex scenes; and be amused as I was when the author actually added a story plot - how cute is that? Its a Hot read.
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I am so I love with these men I wish they were real. I mean I don't like the control but I could deal with it if they even cared as much as the men in real life.... However I did enjoy the storyline even though it was definitely a little out there but great.
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This story was told with a male only pov. You don't get the heroine pov at all which I actually liked. The blurb for this book was over the top alpha male, insta love, and that he was obsessed. Trust me that said it all. He was a yummy alpha male who was overbearing but extremely protective to the woman he loved. I thought the heroine was not weak but a young and naive woman who got a eye opener. When it comes to ott alpha males they can come across as jerks which is why they are alpha males. You don't always agree with their ways but they usually come from a place of love . I know not everyone loves a alpha male so you should read the sample and see it it resonates with what you like then decided if it is too much for you. It does remind me of Jordan Silver and Lynda Chance alpha males which I love cause they can be so ott but good. I think if you keep in mind to not take it to seriously you will love it.
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One of the reasons I like reading trashy romance novels is because it takes no brain power to get through them.  Another reason is because I secretly like how the men are so macho and commanding/demanding.

Imagine my suprise when I started reading this book.

In this world women are the dominant sex.  Men are viewed as commodities that are bargained for for their "seed."  Don't get me wrong - I think it'd be fun having your own personal boytoy to pull out of the closet when needed, but I guess when I'm looking at reading romance for entertainment, I want my men to be MEN and be in charge.

Jorlan started out so good - he sounded gorgeous and a little rebellious.  But after the fastening, he turned into a semi-whining, girly-man (to give him credit he can weild a meteor blade, whatever that is).  Not my idea of hot.

I guess steamy wise the book was adequate - I did finish it - but I'll stick with the books that have the man sleeping with everything in sight until he finds his true love, and then he beats everything in sight (physically and or verbally) until she becomes his.  It's caveman, but that's how I like 'em.
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Mm...two men and a woman...a mnage! S***, I would love to see two men making love to each other right in front of me. Definitely be sexy as hell. I love the ending with the three of them making a long-term commitment to each other. Beautiful story!!!
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I love dray :) out of all the stories his is my favorite I started reading an couldn't put it down!! If you love alpha male books the custom cultures are for you :) an Cassie shes a sweet girl who can't help but like the badass alpha male I mean who wouldnt want dray :) but is that enough yo keep Cassie an dray together or do they go separate ways?? Well read it an you will find out!!
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Spanking Fetish and a Bossman where will this lead us. Let's take a look. . . Joey knows who he is and what he wants.  It is unfortunate that he has little choice in the matter according to the family he is born into. He is born to the family to serve the family.  He is in direct line of ascension. He knows his place whether he is happy with it or not.  He does what has to be done.

Sophie purposefully stays away from the family because she wants no part of it and what it represents.  But is this her mother's prejudices or something she can get over. Sophie has not intention of becoming involved with anyone that has ties to the family.  But Joey makes her an offer that she finds hard to refuse.  Men like him, dominating, intimidating, & controlling, she makes a point to avoid. With all this said her proclivity to spankings shocked me and I think it may have shocked her also.

This story could have lead to more and been more.  I found it entertaining.

Thank you, NetGalley.
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This book kept me captivated. I wanted more. I like reading about dominant males and submissive females. It's quite interesting.
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I must say this is a first for me I have never read a book (I had to read three times ) from a male Submissive's POV. I found it enjoyable in the fact that for all of the issues they BOTH had, they were able to find peace and understanding. This is an eye opener for some, and I for one found it an awesome read and one book I added to my own book case at home. Now I must say here before you continue that IF you are not into reading Dom/Sub  books then this is not for you. There is strong language, and the roles are reversed as this is about a Strong female Dominant and a male submissive. This may not be a life for me or you yet for this couple it works and both for the most part are happy. I am hoping that there is more to this short as the ending left me looking for more.
Edge Steel is an ex cop who works two jobs one of witch is at a gate for a military base checking Id's of those going in. Not really happy with his job and the place in his life,  Needing to work these 2 jobs to pay the bills with "child support" being one.  He notices Athena a strong woman, who comes off as arrogant yet to be honest a strong woman is often called arrogant or a b****. On one occasion her skirt is up a bit too high as she comes through his line and YES he see's more than he should and she catches him looking!! Men are very visual creatures and now she must decide what to do about this. From here his story just takes off, it is small tidbit's of how their life together starts and continues for years. How she first starts to black mail him into coming to her office to "service her" from under her desk to moving in together and marriage. Edge seems born to the role of a submissive and enjoys the "boy toy / b**** boy" role. I found some of the things degrading/ hurtful yet that is my point of view where he seems to relish in it, and in a way thrive.
Athena seems to know how and when to push the boundaries to see just what they each want and need from this arrangement.
I found myself wondering about his life before and if he had any contact with the child /children from before. Yet had to remind myself this is an erotica story not a full novel where all things are answered or told. I am looking forward to reading more from this author*
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I didn't think I could love Abe.  I liked him well enough in Men of Steele... But DAMN he is just as sexy and alpha as they are, and just as dominant! Please tell me where I can find me one?!?!?! MJ, thank you for these wonderful men who truly love, cherish, adore, worship, and protect their women/families.  I can not wait to meet the men in the Ties of Steele series.  Thank you, tank you, thank you!
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If  you  are  a  strong, independent  woman  who  is  starting  to  long for  the  era  where  men  were  men  - loyal,  true  to their  commitments,  big and  brawny,  doesn't  make  excuses  but  strive  to make  everything  work  and  work  well ;  then  this  series  is  for  you. my  (budding)  fascination  with  this  series  is  that  it  brings  the reader  back  to  the  core  of real  men.  One  of  the  best  lines  in  the  book  comes  from  Dare  when  he  states  "her  brother  was  a weakling  and  a  parasite,  and  the  men  of  her  world  took  advantage  of  her....  Anyone  who  used  a woman  as  Dare  described  was  not  a  "real"  man."

The  storyline  is  about  one  woman  who  released  her  citizenship  on  Earth  to  venture to another  planet  and  hook  up  with  two men,  specially  matched  to  her - her  mates.  All  three  in  the  match  wear  a  collar  which  signifies  that  they  are  mates  and  lets  each  one  feel  what  the  other  feels.  So much  for  secrets.  Since  feelings  are  feelings  and  men  and  women  still  need  to communicate  or  those  feelings  can  cause  misinterpretation  and  pain  -  rejection  between  Zane  and Hannah  not  only  occurs  but  leaves  Hannah  with  the  feeling of  failure  and  she  must  let,  her  preselected  mates,  Zane  and  Dare  go.  I  especially  like  the  end  result  where  Zane  puts  away  the  macho  and  fights  for  Hannah.  This  story  lets  you  escape  into  a  world  where  women  are  allowed  to  feel  submissive  (should  this  need  be  discuss  this  with  the  feminist  movement?)  and  the  statement  "your  submission  does not  come  with  a painful price.  When  you  give  it  freely,  you will  receive  only pleasure  in  return.  There  is  no  need  for  your  fear.  We  aren't  like  the men  on  Earth."

The  steamy  sex  is  there.  F---k  is  emphasized  more  than  making  love.  But  digging into  the  psyche  of  the  alpha, dominate  male  -  that  is  what  hooked  me  on  this  series.
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It's a tad on the mushy side since Holden and Sam are both such sweet guys but the sexiness of them together keeps it from being too sugary. It is very refreshing to get a m/m book where there is no shame or am I or am I not gay and all that crap. I love some of those books too, but not every gay man is full of angst about their sexual orientation.
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I do believe King is my favorite Sinister Knight!!!!  His demanding, dominant and overly loving personality and the way he shows it just makes me swoon.  Holy spankings!!!!  Enough said!!!!
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Looked this book, & cannot wait to see the next one! If you like your men dangerous & very dominant, this is the book for you.