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Dominion #1
Losing Control
A seductive love story of passion, rebellion, and the courage to love, Losing Control will leave you breathless.
Strait-laced talent agent Adriana Ortiz’s world is rocked when she’s thrust into the tumultuous orbit of Roxy, the raw, enigmatic pop rebel with a notorious edge and a guarded heart.
Tasked with steering the wild Roxy on a whirlwind tour, Adriana boards Roxy’s opulent tour bus. The nights are filled with roaring crowds, but it’s the electric tension between Roxy and Adriana that sets the air on fire.
As they blaze through cities, the magnetic pull between them turns undeniable. A forbidden connection that threatens to consume them.
But for Roxy, who’s danced on the edge of fleeting passions and never let anyone through the barriers around her heart, the intensity is too real. Is she ready to take a chance on genuine intimacy?
Is the wild, unbridled Roxy worth the risk to Adriana’s career, or is she just another woman falling victim to Roxy’s charms?
Get hooked on this opposites-attract, forbidden, rockstar sapphic romance with sizzling chemistry.
Losing Control is the first book in the Dominion series. A steamy, sapphic series set in a Miami talent agency and centered on strong women and the ladies who can't resist them.
Strait-laced talent agent Adriana Ortiz’s world is rocked when she’s thrust into the tumultuous orbit of Roxy, the raw, enigmatic pop rebel with a notorious edge and a guarded heart.
Tasked with steering the wild Roxy on a whirlwind tour, Adriana boards Roxy’s opulent tour bus. The nights are filled with roaring crowds, but it’s the electric tension between Roxy and Adriana that sets the air on fire.
As they blaze through cities, the magnetic pull between them turns undeniable. A forbidden connection that threatens to consume them.
But for Roxy, who’s danced on the edge of fleeting passions and never let anyone through the barriers around her heart, the intensity is too real. Is she ready to take a chance on genuine intimacy?
Is the wild, unbridled Roxy worth the risk to Adriana’s career, or is she just another woman falling victim to Roxy’s charms?
Get hooked on this opposites-attract, forbidden, rockstar sapphic romance with sizzling chemistry.
Losing Control is the first book in the Dominion series. A steamy, sapphic series set in a Miami talent agency and centered on strong women and the ladies who can't resist them.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 28, 2023
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J.J. Arias
36 books1,235 followersHello! And thank you for finding me!
I am an independent author writing about fictional lesbians of all varieties.
My writing journey began with fan faction, and as much as I LOVED being part of a community of super fans, I got tired of working with other people’s characters to tell my stories. I started asking myself: Why should we string together pieces of subtext when our community deserves well-developed main-text about LBGT people and those who love them! So, that is what I aim to deliver.
If you want to know a little more about me personally, J.J. Arias is my pen name. I do have a day job, and due to the industry I’m in, I can’t write under my given name. Although who knows, maybe one day I can write full-time and come out of the … office? I am a Scorpio woman (I know, I know, but I’m a nice one I PROMISE) happily married to a uniquely wonderful Cancer lady. Together we have several fur babies of the feline and canine varieties.
So, here I am, and I hope you enjoy my writing! I’m very open to thoughts, comments, critiques, and knock-knock jokes, so please feel free to message me with any of the above – or anything else you would like to say!
I am an independent author writing about fictional lesbians of all varieties.
My writing journey began with fan faction, and as much as I LOVED being part of a community of super fans, I got tired of working with other people’s characters to tell my stories. I started asking myself: Why should we string together pieces of subtext when our community deserves well-developed main-text about LBGT people and those who love them! So, that is what I aim to deliver.
If you want to know a little more about me personally, J.J. Arias is my pen name. I do have a day job, and due to the industry I’m in, I can’t write under my given name. Although who knows, maybe one day I can write full-time and come out of the … office? I am a Scorpio woman (I know, I know, but I’m a nice one I PROMISE) happily married to a uniquely wonderful Cancer lady. Together we have several fur babies of the feline and canine varieties.
So, here I am, and I hope you enjoy my writing! I’m very open to thoughts, comments, critiques, and knock-knock jokes, so please feel free to message me with any of the above – or anything else you would like to say!
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September 28, 2023
When I read 𝗗𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 short story I didn't like Roxy very much but I never doubted Arias would melt my brain one way or another. Roxy was full of life and spontaneity, but also vulnerable, while Ariana was a true workaholic. Neither of them was unhappy but their lives are more colorful and meaningful with each other in it. They bring each other balance.
I was expecting attraction building, but I was surprised that Adriana and Roxy wanted to rip each other's clothes from day one. Then, I was wondering where Arias would take me. This "I want to do it so bad, but I can't" was excruciating in a delicious way. There are two scenes on the bus tour that made my mouth dry. Arias has this talent for making her characters wait that add so much tension it's brilliant. For the romantics out there, don't worry it's full of feelings, making it a perfect balance of chemistry ,spice and romance. What I appreciate a lot is how well the characters communicate.
Both Adriana and Roxy express genuine and realistic fears in their position.
𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 is in theory a show written by Laney from 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹 (you should really read this one if you haven't). I wish I was living in her world to see it for real. But I really look forward to read Lola and her hot lawyer story, and I am extra curious about Natalia's story, who I admit is scary as hell.
If you didn't get it from all my bla bla: I loved this book.
I was expecting attraction building, but I was surprised that Adriana and Roxy wanted to rip each other's clothes from day one. Then, I was wondering where Arias would take me. This "I want to do it so bad, but I can't" was excruciating in a delicious way. There are two scenes on the bus tour that made my mouth dry. Arias has this talent for making her characters wait that add so much tension it's brilliant. For the romantics out there, don't worry it's full of feelings, making it a perfect balance of chemistry ,spice and romance. What I appreciate a lot is how well the characters communicate.
Both Adriana and Roxy express genuine and realistic fears in their position.
𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 is in theory a show written by Laney from 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹 (you should really read this one if you haven't). I wish I was living in her world to see it for real. But I really look forward to read Lola and her hot lawyer story, and I am extra curious about Natalia's story, who I admit is scary as hell.
If you didn't get it from all my bla bla: I loved this book.
September 15, 2024
4.5
I enjoyed this book far more than I expected! Arias excels at writing brilliant sapphic stories where, while there’s some drama and angst, it rarely stems from conflict between the women themselves but rather from their circumstances, which I really appreciate. In this story, it was refreshing to see Roxy and Adriana communicate openly about their feelings and show a willingness to work on their relationship, despite the concept of falling in love being new to both of them. They were patient, honest and gentle with each other, which made their connection even more compelling.
I enjoyed this book far more than I expected! Arias excels at writing brilliant sapphic stories where, while there’s some drama and angst, it rarely stems from conflict between the women themselves but rather from their circumstances, which I really appreciate. In this story, it was refreshing to see Roxy and Adriana communicate openly about their feelings and show a willingness to work on their relationship, despite the concept of falling in love being new to both of them. They were patient, honest and gentle with each other, which made their connection even more compelling.
September 20, 2023
The tension. The chemistry. The passion.
Wow wow wow. I already knew I’d like this book, one being J.J. Arias and the other being a celebrity romance, but I was completely blown away and have been trying to cure the book hangover ever since. Run, don’t walk to pick this one up September 28!
Thank you to the author for providing me an arc in exchange for an honest review!
Wow wow wow. I already knew I’d like this book, one being J.J. Arias and the other being a celebrity romance, but I was completely blown away and have been trying to cure the book hangover ever since. Run, don’t walk to pick this one up September 28!
Thank you to the author for providing me an arc in exchange for an honest review!
September 19, 2023
I wish there more stars to give this book. It will probably be my favorite sapphic read of 2023. I fell hard for these women. Roxy surprised me - she’s vivacious and disarmingly, painfully vulnerable, but Adriana was right there with her. For me personally, it was the perfect blend. The chemistry was palpable. It’s a slow burn but not agonizing and it kept me on the edge of my (damp) seat. So much steam. So much about the characters impressed me. I don’t want to say more so you can discover it all for yourself- especially the beautifully cool lyrics. Block off your calendar and get this book.
Great quote: “love is the whole point of living”
Short summary: When Adriana is assigned to manage Roxxxy, she’s positive she can keep the wild rockstar in line and earn her boss’ respect, which is basically all she craves. Until she ends up managing the tour from the bus and meets the woman behind the persona who’s less roxy more heart, and definitely sex on a stick. But Adriana’s her manager and a stickler for ethics. As desire pushes her limits, how far will she go not to break the rules and keep her job? Can the wild rockstar’s heart even be tamed or will Adriana be the next victim in a long string of broken-hearted women?
Thanks to the author. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
Great quote: “love is the whole point of living”
Short summary: When Adriana is assigned to manage Roxxxy, she’s positive she can keep the wild rockstar in line and earn her boss’ respect, which is basically all she craves. Until she ends up managing the tour from the bus and meets the woman behind the persona who’s less roxy more heart, and definitely sex on a stick. But Adriana’s her manager and a stickler for ethics. As desire pushes her limits, how far will she go not to break the rules and keep her job? Can the wild rockstar’s heart even be tamed or will Adriana be the next victim in a long string of broken-hearted women?
Thanks to the author. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
November 27, 2023
3 ⭐
All the tension, the should I, could I, would I went on and on till about 2/3 of the book. I am the queen of tension and loved it but somehow Losing Control had me almost losing my mind. And truth be told, I skimmed through the book. And when the 2 MCs, Adriana (a slightly uptight 38 y/o no-nonsense talent agent) and Roxanne (charming, sexy, wild 30 y/o rockstar) finally got there and the stars aligned, it was kind of an anti-climax for me. Didn’t matter that they got all hot and tangled…finally. Story is on a low angst with all the angsiness coming from all the tension and yearning in the first 2/3 of the book when A and Roxy focus on being professional and not crossing the line. If you ask me, the line was crossed a couple of times… I guess it all depends on what or how you define crossing the line… which is really a matter of opinion.
Don’t get me wrong, I’ve enjoyed reading most, if not all of Arias’ books but me and Losing Control just didn't click. I hope book 2 and 3 will put me back on track and not let me lose interest in the series… cos I really would like to read Ice Queen Natalia’s story 😊
All the tension, the should I, could I, would I went on and on till about 2/3 of the book. I am the queen of tension and loved it but somehow Losing Control had me almost losing my mind. And truth be told, I skimmed through the book. And when the 2 MCs, Adriana (a slightly uptight 38 y/o no-nonsense talent agent) and Roxanne (charming, sexy, wild 30 y/o rockstar) finally got there and the stars aligned, it was kind of an anti-climax for me. Didn’t matter that they got all hot and tangled…finally. Story is on a low angst with all the angsiness coming from all the tension and yearning in the first 2/3 of the book when A and Roxy focus on being professional and not crossing the line. If you ask me, the line was crossed a couple of times… I guess it all depends on what or how you define crossing the line… which is really a matter of opinion.
Don’t get me wrong, I’ve enjoyed reading most, if not all of Arias’ books but me and Losing Control just didn't click. I hope book 2 and 3 will put me back on track and not let me lose interest in the series… cos I really would like to read Ice Queen Natalia’s story 😊
March 1, 2024
I went into this thinking it was a romance between two talent agents (I clearly didn't read the blurb correctly), but it's between a talent agent and the pop star she managed! I love celebrity romances, so this was a big bonus right from the start :)
Adriana and Roxy had some insane chemistry. I loved reading every sentence of it. Definitely one of the best in-book chemistry I've seen between characters!
I loved that there was no third act break up. This is the third book I've read in a row with no break up, and it's been an amazing run. More books need to do this!
There was a point in the book where I thought Adriana's reluctance to become anything romantic with Roxy became extremely redundant. They essentially slept with each other, and I thought it would become a forbidden romance, but it didn't go in that direction. Ngl, it was frustrating when they went back to 'we can't' etc.
I'm looking forward to reading Lola's and Natalia's books now!
Adriana and Roxy had some insane chemistry. I loved reading every sentence of it. Definitely one of the best in-book chemistry I've seen between characters!
I loved that there was no third act break up. This is the third book I've read in a row with no break up, and it's been an amazing run. More books need to do this!
There was a point in the book where I thought Adriana's reluctance to become anything romantic with Roxy became extremely redundant. They essentially slept with each other, and I thought it would become a forbidden romance, but it didn't go in that direction. Ngl, it was frustrating when they went back to 'we can't' etc.
I'm looking forward to reading Lola's and Natalia's books now!
June 12, 2024
Listened to the audio on this with a new narrator to me Kingsley Rose. She did a great job. This was better to me than the other AList celebrity romance stories I’ve read. It was a long slow burn and seemed to have more realistic characters.
December 19, 2023
3 ⭐
All the tension, the should I, could I, would I went on and on till about 2/3 of the book. I am the queen of tension and loved it but somehow Losing Control had me almost losing my mind. And truth be told, I skimmed through the book. And when the 2 MCs, Adriana (a slightly uptight 38 y/o no-nonsense talent agent) and Roxanne (charming, sexy, wild 30 y/o rockstar) finally got there and the stars aligned, it was kind of an anti-climax for me. Didn’t matter that they got all hot and tangled…finally. Story is on a low angst with all the angsiness coming from all the tension and yearning in the first 2/3 of the book when A and Roxy focus on being professional and not crossing the line. If you ask me, the line was crossed a couple of times… I guess it all depends on what or how you define crossing the line… which is really a matter of opinion.
Don’t get me wrong, I’ve enjoyed reading most, if not all of Arias’ books but me and Losing Control just didn't click. I hope book 2 and 3 will put me back on track and not let me lose interest in the series… cos I really would like to read Ice Queen Natalia’s story 😊
All the tension, the should I, could I, would I went on and on till about 2/3 of the book. I am the queen of tension and loved it but somehow Losing Control had me almost losing my mind. And truth be told, I skimmed through the book. And when the 2 MCs, Adriana (a slightly uptight 38 y/o no-nonsense talent agent) and Roxanne (charming, sexy, wild 30 y/o rockstar) finally got there and the stars aligned, it was kind of an anti-climax for me. Didn’t matter that they got all hot and tangled…finally. Story is on a low angst with all the angsiness coming from all the tension and yearning in the first 2/3 of the book when A and Roxy focus on being professional and not crossing the line. If you ask me, the line was crossed a couple of times… I guess it all depends on what or how you define crossing the line… which is really a matter of opinion.
Don’t get me wrong, I’ve enjoyed reading most, if not all of Arias’ books but me and Losing Control just didn't click. I hope book 2 and 3 will put me back on track and not let me lose interest in the series… cos I really would like to read Ice Queen Natalia’s story 😊
March 8, 2024
Scorching chemistry, good relationship, no major out of nowhere falling out, just a good time with likable characters
June 12, 2024
This book was a wild ride and I ate up every word in it. The fact that it was just as sweet as it was sexy was amazing - there were so many scenes that stated off incredibly steamy and then ended with me in (happy) tears. I loved Adriana’s growth and how she learned to let loose and go after what she wanted and how Roxy learned the value of restraint. They were perfect together. And Roxy is an absolute cinnamon bun of an angel who regularly gave me the feels when she was selfless, thoughtful, kind, and loving with Adriana. I immediately started reading the next book in the series so I could keep indulging in the amazing world Arias had crafted. An easy 5/5 stars for me!
July 2, 2025
Good, it just got a bit long at the end!
November 8, 2023
Losing Control is a fantastic introduction to the Dominion Series! Adriana's perfectly ordered world is thrown for a loop when she has to join the rebellious singer, Roxxxy's tour as not only her agent but her tour manager. During their first meeting, Adriana firmly puts Roxxxy in her place which leads to her slowly showing Adriana the real Roxy.
This story is a super slow burn that is so perfectly paced. Adriana and Roxy take time to bridge the gap that's been formed due to Roxxxy's poor choices over the years. As they grow closer, it gets harder for them to stay on the right side of the line. Roxy's romantic side is so sweet and I love how upfront she was with Adriana about her feelings. Adriana's perfectionism was routinely put to the test by Roxy, and it was so exciting to witness her growing feelings for Roxy. The supporting characters were entertaining and really added a lot to the story.
Losing Control is a slow-burn celebrity romance that will leave readers swooning! I can't wait for book 2!
This story is a super slow burn that is so perfectly paced. Adriana and Roxy take time to bridge the gap that's been formed due to Roxxxy's poor choices over the years. As they grow closer, it gets harder for them to stay on the right side of the line. Roxy's romantic side is so sweet and I love how upfront she was with Adriana about her feelings. Adriana's perfectionism was routinely put to the test by Roxy, and it was so exciting to witness her growing feelings for Roxy. The supporting characters were entertaining and really added a lot to the story.
Losing Control is a slow-burn celebrity romance that will leave readers swooning! I can't wait for book 2!
October 9, 2025
I went in thinking this would be a spicy smut book (I blame my book friend for hinting that), but ended up with something completely different—a genuinely cute romance with loads of longing, simping, and the kind of celebrity dynamic I always fall for. The non-dates the main characters took each other on? Absolutely loved them with so much passion.
The spice is good, but you really have to be patient; the author definitely makes you wait, dropping little bread crumbs along the way. Honestly, I enjoy books like this—the ones where you’re left wanting more, and the payoff is worth it.
Both leads were great, and I appreciate how much they grew over the course of the story. The side characters added something nice, too. The writing style was easy to get into and made the story flow.
As for the narration, I had to warm up to Kingsley Rose’s style. It wasn’t my favorite at first, and I did miss some emotion in the voice, but once I got used to it, it worked well for the story.
If you like celebrity romances and a bit of a slow burn, this one’s worth a listen/read!
The spice is good, but you really have to be patient; the author definitely makes you wait, dropping little bread crumbs along the way. Honestly, I enjoy books like this—the ones where you’re left wanting more, and the payoff is worth it.
Both leads were great, and I appreciate how much they grew over the course of the story. The side characters added something nice, too. The writing style was easy to get into and made the story flow.
As for the narration, I had to warm up to Kingsley Rose’s style. It wasn’t my favorite at first, and I did miss some emotion in the voice, but once I got used to it, it worked well for the story.
If you like celebrity romances and a bit of a slow burn, this one’s worth a listen/read!
June 13, 2025
Reread 6/13/25
🩵Slow burn
🩵Opposites attract
🩵Forced Proximity
🩵Forbidden romance
I reread this book and, for some reason, I enjoyed it sooo much more the second time around. Why is it that good?!
First off, Adriana—the definition of a bad bitch. Like, why is she so tea?! 😮💨
Adriana is the ultimate ice queen. She’s sharp, stunning, and used to calling the shots. Her vibe is seriously intimidating—and honestly, it’s impossible not to notice. But beneath all that control? A soft, scared heart that’s been hurt before and doesn’t know how to trust. Watching her slowly unravel and letting herself fall, piece by piece was so damn satisfying.
Roxy, on the other hand, is pure chaos in the best way—charming, bold, and completely unbothered by Adriana’s walls. She’s all warmth and confidence, the kind of woman who walks into a room and owns it without even trying. Adriana’s careful with her heart, but Roxy wears hers right on her sleeve. Where Adriana hesitates. Roxy’s ready to take on what’s thrown at her. She’s a bit of a good hot mess and exactly what Adriana didn’t know she needed.
I honestly couldn’t get enough of these two. The chemistry, the tension, the way they push and pull—it was everything. I stayed up way too late rereading this like it was the first time, completely hooked all over again. This one’s definitely staying on my top favorites list.
🩵Slow burn
🩵Opposites attract
🩵Forced Proximity
🩵Forbidden romance
I reread this book and, for some reason, I enjoyed it sooo much more the second time around. Why is it that good?!
First off, Adriana—the definition of a bad bitch. Like, why is she so tea?! 😮💨
Adriana is the ultimate ice queen. She’s sharp, stunning, and used to calling the shots. Her vibe is seriously intimidating—and honestly, it’s impossible not to notice. But beneath all that control? A soft, scared heart that’s been hurt before and doesn’t know how to trust. Watching her slowly unravel and letting herself fall, piece by piece was so damn satisfying.
Roxy, on the other hand, is pure chaos in the best way—charming, bold, and completely unbothered by Adriana’s walls. She’s all warmth and confidence, the kind of woman who walks into a room and owns it without even trying. Adriana’s careful with her heart, but Roxy wears hers right on her sleeve. Where Adriana hesitates. Roxy’s ready to take on what’s thrown at her. She’s a bit of a good hot mess and exactly what Adriana didn’t know she needed.
I honestly couldn’t get enough of these two. The chemistry, the tension, the way they push and pull—it was everything. I stayed up way too late rereading this like it was the first time, completely hooked all over again. This one’s definitely staying on my top favorites list.
September 19, 2023
Initially, I had some reservations about Roxy as a love interest, but as her layers peeled back, I was completely on board. The dynamics between her and Adriana on tour are electrifying. I loved following Roxy and Adriana shenanigans while on tour together - particularly the quiet tension that just sizzled with chemistry.
J.J. Arias, who I absolutely adore, delivers once again with Losing Control. Although this is a slow burn, it's the sort that keeps you eagerly flipping pages, waiting for every stolen glance and soft-spoken confession.
The story masterfully combines elements of passion, rebellion, and the courage to love, making it a seductive read. I can't wait for the second novel in the series featuring Lola and Hot Lawyer 🔥🔥🔥
Many thanks to J.J. Arias for providing me a copy of this novel. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
J.J. Arias, who I absolutely adore, delivers once again with Losing Control. Although this is a slow burn, it's the sort that keeps you eagerly flipping pages, waiting for every stolen glance and soft-spoken confession.
The story masterfully combines elements of passion, rebellion, and the courage to love, making it a seductive read. I can't wait for the second novel in the series featuring Lola and Hot Lawyer 🔥🔥🔥
Many thanks to J.J. Arias for providing me a copy of this novel. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
June 1, 2024
I have to say when I saw the title of the books in this series... this is not what I expected. So vanilla (not a bad thing) but I thought it was going to be something like one of those Meghan O'Brien or Hildred Billings or Anna Stone... I swear.
April 15, 2024
This was really cute. Wish there was a tad more drama, but still enjoyed.
February 9, 2024
I have never read JJ Arias’ work but I have heard of it. That’s the problem with hearing about books though - you worry they won’t live up to their hype.
Off the jump I was worried where this was going - queer pop star Roxxxy basically gets dumped in talent agent Adriana’s lap after losing her tour manager because she slept with his daughter (yikes!). Too late to find another tour manager, Adriana takes over the role. Adriana hangs out for one day on the tour bus and already Roxxxy is trying to seduce her (pg 46) (double yikes!). How do you keep the tension in a book if people wanna rip each other’s clothes off that early?
As I kept reading, I learned JJ has this amazing way of peeling back layers on her characters so you can learn enough about them to keep you hooked. Roxxxy is a persona - Roxy is actually kind, thoughtful, and quite lonely. She surrounds herself with people who have helped her along the way and is always trying to give back to the communities that helped her through a tough upbringing. She’s looking for a real connection - “tell me something true”. She wants to change her pop star image but is worried it’s too late which just causes her to lean into her rebellious image even more.
Adriana is a tenacious agent at Dominion Talent and a self proclaimed workaholic. She spends all her energy on her clients which leaves little energy or time left to find love. She wants so hard to stick to her ethical guns, but the more she hangs around Roxy, the more she gets under her skin - playing guitar her bedroom (artists, *swoon*), space pancakes and mermaids, that moment when a loophole changes everything (pg. 175), and suddenly she starts to believe this could go somewhere…and it scares the sh*t out of her.
You can’t help but cheer these two on - truly. Roxy brings out a soft, relaxed side in Adriana. Makes her feel safe to let go of her reigns. Adriana makes Roxy be brave enough to try changing her image and live a normal life (you know, sans groupies). Gives her permission to take charge of what she wants - personally and professionally. I know there are more books in the Dominion series so I hope to see more of these two. R + A 4eva 🦋
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Off the jump I was worried where this was going - queer pop star Roxxxy basically gets dumped in talent agent Adriana’s lap after losing her tour manager because she slept with his daughter (yikes!). Too late to find another tour manager, Adriana takes over the role. Adriana hangs out for one day on the tour bus and already Roxxxy is trying to seduce her (pg 46) (double yikes!). How do you keep the tension in a book if people wanna rip each other’s clothes off that early?
As I kept reading, I learned JJ has this amazing way of peeling back layers on her characters so you can learn enough about them to keep you hooked. Roxxxy is a persona - Roxy is actually kind, thoughtful, and quite lonely. She surrounds herself with people who have helped her along the way and is always trying to give back to the communities that helped her through a tough upbringing. She’s looking for a real connection - “tell me something true”. She wants to change her pop star image but is worried it’s too late which just causes her to lean into her rebellious image even more.
Adriana is a tenacious agent at Dominion Talent and a self proclaimed workaholic. She spends all her energy on her clients which leaves little energy or time left to find love. She wants so hard to stick to her ethical guns, but the more she hangs around Roxy, the more she gets under her skin - playing guitar her bedroom (artists, *swoon*), space pancakes and mermaids, that moment when a loophole changes everything (pg. 175), and suddenly she starts to believe this could go somewhere…and it scares the sh*t out of her.
You can’t help but cheer these two on - truly. Roxy brings out a soft, relaxed side in Adriana. Makes her feel safe to let go of her reigns. Adriana makes Roxy be brave enough to try changing her image and live a normal life (you know, sans groupies). Gives her permission to take charge of what she wants - personally and professionally. I know there are more books in the Dominion series so I hope to see more of these two. R + A 4eva 🦋
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
September 19, 2024
This book was soooo good !
I started this series with book 2 and genuinely thought it couldn’t be topped, but I was pleasantly proven wrong.
It follows Adriana and Roxy, two characters who are very different from each other. Adriana is a rule follower, while Roxy is known as a chaotic musician. Together, they go on a music tour, and their intense chemistry has a significant impact on them.
I loved both characters a lot. Their shared story was fascinating to discover, the playful banter, the flirting…, everything was so well written. I was hooked from the first few pages. I also appreciated how they communicated with each other, even in moments of vulnerability.
I’m also glad to have more background on Lola and Natalia, which I didn’t have before reading book 2. I can’t wait to read the next one !
I definitely recommend this series as a must-read. You won’t be disappointed 🙌🏻
I started this series with book 2 and genuinely thought it couldn’t be topped, but I was pleasantly proven wrong.
It follows Adriana and Roxy, two characters who are very different from each other. Adriana is a rule follower, while Roxy is known as a chaotic musician. Together, they go on a music tour, and their intense chemistry has a significant impact on them.
I loved both characters a lot. Their shared story was fascinating to discover, the playful banter, the flirting…, everything was so well written. I was hooked from the first few pages. I also appreciated how they communicated with each other, even in moments of vulnerability.
I’m also glad to have more background on Lola and Natalia, which I didn’t have before reading book 2. I can’t wait to read the next one !
I definitely recommend this series as a must-read. You won’t be disappointed 🙌🏻
October 12, 2023
Haute. Tension. This actually turned out more wholesome than I thought it would be based on the blurb. I’m a big fan of JJ’s writing style when it comes to describing her characters. I can easily picture them in my head and slip into the scenes. I loved both mains here and surprised myself that I wasn’t annoyed with the “stall.” Credit to the author for keeping the balance between seduction and sweet so expertly.
February 18, 2025
4.5 stars
Gah! This book, JJ is so good at writing tension and teasing and wanting! Definitely recommend this series! This is my second time reading it. I love this forbidden romance between Roxxxy the rockstar and Adriana the talent agent.
Written in third person with 2x POV’s. 6x spicy scenes. Book one in the Dominion series (3 books total, can be read as standalone but best read in order). Forced proximity, opposites attract, workplace romance, slow burn, femme/femme, 8 year age gap.
Gah! This book, JJ is so good at writing tension and teasing and wanting! Definitely recommend this series! This is my second time reading it. I love this forbidden romance between Roxxxy the rockstar and Adriana the talent agent.
Written in third person with 2x POV’s. 6x spicy scenes. Book one in the Dominion series (3 books total, can be read as standalone but best read in order). Forced proximity, opposites attract, workplace romance, slow burn, femme/femme, 8 year age gap.
September 30, 2023
3.5 ⭐️
February 22, 2025
very cute. ✨
September 27, 2023
There are certain truths that exist any time I read a book by Arias. I know for certain that my emotions will be nurtured. She has a way of making me feel safe in her writing that I haven't really found anywhere else. That doesn't mean there isn't ample struggle or conflict, but I know that any turmoil, trauma, worry, or fear will exist in a safe space. I know communication about these things will be met openly and honestly by the MC's. I know the slow burn will have a very satiating conclusion. And I know without a doubt that it will be one of the sexiest, most satisfying, and love-affirming books I've ever read.
Losing Control embodies everything I’ve come to love about Arias’ work. I don’t know if I’ve ever been this excited for a new series. Whether it’s because the writing feels so solid and mature, or because Arias seems to have turned up the heat in book 1, the anticipation is real. She has a rich history in writing fanfiction and it really shows in the unique cadence of her style and dialogue. She so good at showing us so much more than just the words on the page. She understands how to enrich moments with subtle body language and momentary pauses. Every scene between the MC’s is like watching two lovers dance. It’s rare to get an author who is so good at writing natural dialogue, understands the nuances of a look or a touch, has an incredibly sharp wit and sense of humor, and can build a scene so thick with anticipation and want that it’s impossible to even put the book down. Every book gets better and I’m just so very grateful that she writes often and quickly!
Lastly, and because my reviews mostly focus on my own takeaways from a book rather than spoilers, I want to give proper attention to the underlying theme in this book. Like so many of her other stories, Losing Control has such strong affirmations of love. More notably, the foundation of this love story is about having the COURAGE to love. I’m not sure that any one author’s body of work encompasses this theme more often and so well. It’s so important to continue telling the story of women loving women and it’s incredibly important to tell them in a way that’s positive and nurturing. That’s what I love most about this story in particular. It reminds me of falling in love with my wife. The courage it took for us to open our hearts again after heartache. That no matter how scary, love can also feel so completely right and undeniable with the right person.
“Life is all risk, mi amor. And no matter how much it might hurt in the end, love is the whole point of living.” – Losing Control
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5/5
Gratitude and thanks to the author for the ARC.
Losing Control embodies everything I’ve come to love about Arias’ work. I don’t know if I’ve ever been this excited for a new series. Whether it’s because the writing feels so solid and mature, or because Arias seems to have turned up the heat in book 1, the anticipation is real. She has a rich history in writing fanfiction and it really shows in the unique cadence of her style and dialogue. She so good at showing us so much more than just the words on the page. She understands how to enrich moments with subtle body language and momentary pauses. Every scene between the MC’s is like watching two lovers dance. It’s rare to get an author who is so good at writing natural dialogue, understands the nuances of a look or a touch, has an incredibly sharp wit and sense of humor, and can build a scene so thick with anticipation and want that it’s impossible to even put the book down. Every book gets better and I’m just so very grateful that she writes often and quickly!
Lastly, and because my reviews mostly focus on my own takeaways from a book rather than spoilers, I want to give proper attention to the underlying theme in this book. Like so many of her other stories, Losing Control has such strong affirmations of love. More notably, the foundation of this love story is about having the COURAGE to love. I’m not sure that any one author’s body of work encompasses this theme more often and so well. It’s so important to continue telling the story of women loving women and it’s incredibly important to tell them in a way that’s positive and nurturing. That’s what I love most about this story in particular. It reminds me of falling in love with my wife. The courage it took for us to open our hearts again after heartache. That no matter how scary, love can also feel so completely right and undeniable with the right person.
“Life is all risk, mi amor. And no matter how much it might hurt in the end, love is the whole point of living.” – Losing Control
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️5/5
Gratitude and thanks to the author for the ARC.
February 18, 2025
I want you to rock me !! rock me !! ROCK ME !! 👩🏻❤️💋👩🏼💕 [one direction, rock me - adrianaroxy’s core]
elas são literalmente a coisa mais linda desse mundo. engraçado como a jj arias consegue entregar tudo em todos os livros que ela se propõe a escrever. ela é tipo, boa demais. os personagens são INCRÍVEIS sempre e a história é sempre tão cativante e interessante que te faz entrar pra um universo onde você convive com agentes de talentos e popstars em turnês. eu simplesmente amo o que é esse livro, como ele foi construído e como tudo foi se desenrolando. de verdade, sem palavras. é tão incrível poder ler duas personagens tão diferentes, mas que se completam também de uma forma tão linda.
a roxy é tão diferente da adriana que chega a ser meio hilário. ela é só… a roxy. uma popstar sorridente, com um jeito tão amável o tempo todo que eu me encontrava com essa exata expressão toda vez que ela abria a boca: 😁. sério, ela conseguiu ser incrível em todos os momentos. todos. não houve um momento em que eu não pensei “meu deus, eu queria muito ela” porque, sério? uma popstar lésbica que canta sobre desejo e saídas de uma noite, que tem piercings nos peitos (uhhh), que usa as roupas dela como forma de conquistar a adriana e fazer ela perder um pouco do controle que ela tanto ama, que faz shows e tem a capacidade de olhar para cada fã como se estivesse cantando a sua música para eles… ela é literalmente o meu sonho. eu amo como a roxy é simples, como ela é uma personagem interessante, viva, cheia de luz e amorosa com as pessoas que ela ama. como ela nunca pressionou a adriana mesmo quando era ela que queria ficar com ela, como ela nunca forçou nada ou nem mesmo a beijou quando a roxy estava sempre narrando como era difícil querer algo e não poder ter aquilo. amo como ela foi uma personagem simplesmente maravilhosa. não posso descrever a roxy com algo diferente disso, porque é realmente uma maravilha conhecer a persona que é a roxy garcia. não a persona que é roxxxy, mas sim a verdadeira roxy. a que gosta de skates, a que sonha em montar uma motocicleta porque isso a faria ficar “muito gostosa”, mesmo que ela já seja gostosa demais, que canta sobre corações partidos mesmo nunca tendo tido o seu realmente quebrado, que estava pronta para entrar de cabeça num relacionamento que ela não sabia se poderia estar certo, que tem uma personalidade genuína, cheia de energia para dar e que consegue ser bonita, talentosa E engraçada, tudo ao mesmo tempo. poucos conseguem, mas a roxy? ela consegue e faz tudo isso muito bem. tipo, muito bem.
poderia passar a minha review toda falando sobre a roxy e também conseguindo dar em cima dela todas as vezes, porque… não dá. ela é perfeita demais. mas, sério, tirando não só o fato dela ser uma das personagens mais atraentes escritas na terra, ela também é uma das personagens mais queridas desse mundo. ela é genuinamente amorosa e era muito lindo ver como a roxy acalmava a adriana sobre as inseguranças dela. como os “e se” eram apenas “e se” para ela. como ela estava disposta a deixar entrar o desconhecido que era seu primeiro namoro de verdade por estar perdidamente apaixonada pela adriana. como ela conseguia ser genuína com o que ela sentia, genuína com o que ela queria e genuína também em querer ser vista mais do que aquela cantora bonita que falava sobre ser sexy. como ela queria ser mais que aquilo. mais do que aquele personagem que cantava e fazia turnês, mais do que a mulher que o mundo inteiro amava. ela queria apenas ser ela mesma e é genuinamente emocionante ver como a adriana consegue ver a roxy. ver de verdade. ver seus anseios, suas inseguranças, sua personalidade e como uma mulher de cabelos loiros meio descoloridos, bagunçados e com roupas que a faziam cair o queixo no chão, conseguia ser linda por fora tanto quanto era linda por dentro o coração da roxy vale milhões. milhões pela forma como ela cuida, pela forma como ela ama e pela forma como ela sempre esteve disposta a se dar para que a adriana estivesse confortável com ela, mesmo quando isso não fosse o que ela queria.
e adriana… ela também era o meu sonho. amo personagens como ela. personagens exatamente com essa personalidade. loucas pelo controle, apavoradas por mudanças e desesperadas para se sentirem vivas. a adriana se tornou muito especial. juro, foi lindo poder ler os momentos em que ela beijava a roxy, em que ela se deixava levar pelo impulso apenas por ela querer. apenas porque o momento dizia que aquilo era certo e não sua cabeça que dizia que aquilo era errado. ice queens sempre terão meu coração e adriana não poderia ser diferente. ela é especial demais. ela cresceu muito em mim e eu amava como ela era completamente centrada no que ela queria e no que ela havia planejado para ela. como mudanças de plano não cabiam em sua agenda, como uma popstar loira meio louca e sem responsabilidade definitivamente não cabia em sua vida calma, serena e organizada. como ela se sentiu completa no momento que teve a roxy nos braços e como ela passou o livro ansiando por uma mulher que ela sabia que era a certa para ela, mesmo com suas diferenças gritantes. ela é divertida, engraçada, querida e apaixonável. não só a roxy se apaixonou, como eu também. linda, linda e linda.
elas sao genuinamente maravilhosas. de verdade, não há um único erro aqui. eu amava cada beijo, cada encontro, cada conversa. cada eu te amo e cada eu só quero você. cada momento passado longe com elas trocando mensagens e a roxy dizendo “i miss you. i need you” para a adriana, porque ela realmente precisava dela com cada grama de seu ser. como elas conseguiram ser as mais lindas no momento em que a adriana pediu ela em casamento e como a roxy parecia se iluminar apenas com a ideia de ter a adriana nos braços. de verdade, que conforto. que conforto ler um casal que se ama, que se entende e que faz tudo um pelo outro. me apaixonei pela paixão de adrianaroxy, definitivamente.
e mais uma vez… te amo, lola. ler livros e comentar com você… não há como explicar a sensação. amo saber que os livros que eu comento na sua resenha do tipo “arrasou”, “amei”, “lindas”, se tornam uma coisa nossa. um amor nosso. uma paixão nossa. mais um lolatata que eu nunca pensei que precisava, mas que também nunca pensei que me mudaria tanto. te amo tanto quanto a lola ama entregar cafés para a natalia e puxar o saco dela (isso é muito, ok?) e te amo tanto quanto a adriana ama a roxy. você é simplesmente a melhor, sempre.
“Everywhere we’re together is where I want to be.”
elas são literalmente a coisa mais linda desse mundo. engraçado como a jj arias consegue entregar tudo em todos os livros que ela se propõe a escrever. ela é tipo, boa demais. os personagens são INCRÍVEIS sempre e a história é sempre tão cativante e interessante que te faz entrar pra um universo onde você convive com agentes de talentos e popstars em turnês. eu simplesmente amo o que é esse livro, como ele foi construído e como tudo foi se desenrolando. de verdade, sem palavras. é tão incrível poder ler duas personagens tão diferentes, mas que se completam também de uma forma tão linda.
a roxy é tão diferente da adriana que chega a ser meio hilário. ela é só… a roxy. uma popstar sorridente, com um jeito tão amável o tempo todo que eu me encontrava com essa exata expressão toda vez que ela abria a boca: 😁. sério, ela conseguiu ser incrível em todos os momentos. todos. não houve um momento em que eu não pensei “meu deus, eu queria muito ela” porque, sério? uma popstar lésbica que canta sobre desejo e saídas de uma noite, que tem piercings nos peitos (uhhh), que usa as roupas dela como forma de conquistar a adriana e fazer ela perder um pouco do controle que ela tanto ama, que faz shows e tem a capacidade de olhar para cada fã como se estivesse cantando a sua música para eles… ela é literalmente o meu sonho. eu amo como a roxy é simples, como ela é uma personagem interessante, viva, cheia de luz e amorosa com as pessoas que ela ama. como ela nunca pressionou a adriana mesmo quando era ela que queria ficar com ela, como ela nunca forçou nada ou nem mesmo a beijou quando a roxy estava sempre narrando como era difícil querer algo e não poder ter aquilo. amo como ela foi uma personagem simplesmente maravilhosa. não posso descrever a roxy com algo diferente disso, porque é realmente uma maravilha conhecer a persona que é a roxy garcia. não a persona que é roxxxy, mas sim a verdadeira roxy. a que gosta de skates, a que sonha em montar uma motocicleta porque isso a faria ficar “muito gostosa”, mesmo que ela já seja gostosa demais, que canta sobre corações partidos mesmo nunca tendo tido o seu realmente quebrado, que estava pronta para entrar de cabeça num relacionamento que ela não sabia se poderia estar certo, que tem uma personalidade genuína, cheia de energia para dar e que consegue ser bonita, talentosa E engraçada, tudo ao mesmo tempo. poucos conseguem, mas a roxy? ela consegue e faz tudo isso muito bem. tipo, muito bem.
poderia passar a minha review toda falando sobre a roxy e também conseguindo dar em cima dela todas as vezes, porque… não dá. ela é perfeita demais. mas, sério, tirando não só o fato dela ser uma das personagens mais atraentes escritas na terra, ela também é uma das personagens mais queridas desse mundo. ela é genuinamente amorosa e era muito lindo ver como a roxy acalmava a adriana sobre as inseguranças dela. como os “e se” eram apenas “e se” para ela. como ela estava disposta a deixar entrar o desconhecido que era seu primeiro namoro de verdade por estar perdidamente apaixonada pela adriana. como ela conseguia ser genuína com o que ela sentia, genuína com o que ela queria e genuína também em querer ser vista mais do que aquela cantora bonita que falava sobre ser sexy. como ela queria ser mais que aquilo. mais do que aquele personagem que cantava e fazia turnês, mais do que a mulher que o mundo inteiro amava. ela queria apenas ser ela mesma e é genuinamente emocionante ver como a adriana consegue ver a roxy. ver de verdade. ver seus anseios, suas inseguranças, sua personalidade e como uma mulher de cabelos loiros meio descoloridos, bagunçados e com roupas que a faziam cair o queixo no chão, conseguia ser linda por fora tanto quanto era linda por dentro o coração da roxy vale milhões. milhões pela forma como ela cuida, pela forma como ela ama e pela forma como ela sempre esteve disposta a se dar para que a adriana estivesse confortável com ela, mesmo quando isso não fosse o que ela queria.
e adriana… ela também era o meu sonho. amo personagens como ela. personagens exatamente com essa personalidade. loucas pelo controle, apavoradas por mudanças e desesperadas para se sentirem vivas. a adriana se tornou muito especial. juro, foi lindo poder ler os momentos em que ela beijava a roxy, em que ela se deixava levar pelo impulso apenas por ela querer. apenas porque o momento dizia que aquilo era certo e não sua cabeça que dizia que aquilo era errado. ice queens sempre terão meu coração e adriana não poderia ser diferente. ela é especial demais. ela cresceu muito em mim e eu amava como ela era completamente centrada no que ela queria e no que ela havia planejado para ela. como mudanças de plano não cabiam em sua agenda, como uma popstar loira meio louca e sem responsabilidade definitivamente não cabia em sua vida calma, serena e organizada. como ela se sentiu completa no momento que teve a roxy nos braços e como ela passou o livro ansiando por uma mulher que ela sabia que era a certa para ela, mesmo com suas diferenças gritantes. ela é divertida, engraçada, querida e apaixonável. não só a roxy se apaixonou, como eu também. linda, linda e linda.
elas sao genuinamente maravilhosas. de verdade, não há um único erro aqui. eu amava cada beijo, cada encontro, cada conversa. cada eu te amo e cada eu só quero você. cada momento passado longe com elas trocando mensagens e a roxy dizendo “i miss you. i need you” para a adriana, porque ela realmente precisava dela com cada grama de seu ser. como elas conseguiram ser as mais lindas no momento em que a adriana pediu ela em casamento e como a roxy parecia se iluminar apenas com a ideia de ter a adriana nos braços. de verdade, que conforto. que conforto ler um casal que se ama, que se entende e que faz tudo um pelo outro. me apaixonei pela paixão de adrianaroxy, definitivamente.
e mais uma vez… te amo, lola. ler livros e comentar com você… não há como explicar a sensação. amo saber que os livros que eu comento na sua resenha do tipo “arrasou”, “amei”, “lindas”, se tornam uma coisa nossa. um amor nosso. uma paixão nossa. mais um lolatata que eu nunca pensei que precisava, mas que também nunca pensei que me mudaria tanto. te amo tanto quanto a lola ama entregar cafés para a natalia e puxar o saco dela (isso é muito, ok?) e te amo tanto quanto a adriana ama a roxy. você é simplesmente a melhor, sempre.
“Everywhere we’re together is where I want to be.”
September 30, 2023
MÃESSSSSSSSSS 😭😭 eu amo vocês demais meu deus do céu. roxy meu bebê minha filha, adriana meu amor te amo muito volta pra casaaaaaaa. JJ véi te amo você é como uma MÃE pra mim plmd. agora libera logo o livro da minha criança atentada aka lola e da natalia antes que eu PASSE MAL (elas são MINHA FAMÍLIA!) 🥹🔐🤍
August 27, 2024
Adriana is the second agent in Dominion, the top Miami talent agency. She has just been forced to represent Roxy, an ultra-sexy rockstar and bad girl, better known as Roxxxy. As usual, Roxxxy had done something inappropriate, and Adriana’s boss Natalia has passed her to Adriana.
This is how Roxy and Adriana end up on tour together, and how Roxy slowly breaks Adriana’s ice queen exterior, and how Adriana manages to tame Roxxxy.
This is such a sensual, sexy slow burn between the two women. Excellently written, always leaving the reader hot and bothered. The author is very good at switching between Roxy and Roxxxy as the situation changes, to follow if Roxy is in performance mode, or personal mode.
I really enjoyed this story, one of the hottest I have read this year.
This is how Roxy and Adriana end up on tour together, and how Roxy slowly breaks Adriana’s ice queen exterior, and how Adriana manages to tame Roxxxy.
This is such a sensual, sexy slow burn between the two women. Excellently written, always leaving the reader hot and bothered. The author is very good at switching between Roxy and Roxxxy as the situation changes, to follow if Roxy is in performance mode, or personal mode.
I really enjoyed this story, one of the hottest I have read this year.
March 7, 2024
4,75⭐️ that was such an easy read, good character, hot and sexy tension in the beginning, cute and fluff in the end, good spice, honestly, absolutely no complaint at all
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