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Queens & Knights #3

Valentine for Dante

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Torn between desire and duty, I’m frozen.

I can’t want what I want.
I’m supposed to be the fearless Don Fera.
Not just another guy with feelings I can’t control.
Pull yourself together, Dante.

This won’t end well.
I can’t want this.
I shouldn’t.
But I do.

I swore on my life I would never return to Vegas.
Yet here I am, unable to keep my worlds from colliding.
These skeletons are tumbling out of my closet, whether I like it or not.
Oh god, what will Danica do when she finds out?

Two loves. One choice. No turning back. Dive into this gripping mafia romance where passion, danger, and betrayal intertwine.

A word of This second-chance romantic suspense is super spicy, full of action, and does not care one bit for traditional gender roles. One-click for a queer-friendly, multi-partnered adventure filled with the kind of opulence and temptation that only Vegas can bring.

*The TWs on this one read like a shopping list but the story includes full consent at all times. Make sure to check out the detailed list in the book if you’re unsure whether this book is for you.

**This is NOT a standalone story and it's recommended that the series is read in order as it follows the same characters.

170 pages, ebook

Published August 1, 2024

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About the author

M. Kay Noir

26 books97 followers
M Kay Noir is a romance author and journalist obsessed with moments of desire.

Most of Kay's stories are dark(ish), kinky, queer-friendly, polyamorous undertakings with neurotic characters who are often their own worst enemies. If you expect any regard for traditional gender roles or power dynamics, you will be disappointed.

"I like my female characters dominant...
...And my MMCs on their knees."

Born and bred in South Africa, Kay has been penning steamy moments for more than 15 years now, from fanfics to ghostwriting and now, finally, her own stories. Her day job also involves a lot of writing, albeit a different kind—mostly sustainability things.

When she’s not writing (or reading), she enjoys making her husband look at yet another sunset or going to a live music show.

**Be sure to follow Kay on BookBub to keep up with all their latest releases: www.bookbub.com/profile/m-kay-noir

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201 reviews17 followers
February 18, 2024
Woweeee 🫣. What a story!! 🥵

Was my first book of the author as well as the first time encountering femdom & a few other tropes. I was blushing a whole lot while reading.

Would have given it 4 stars or more if I was more familiar with all the tropes in the books.

*There are a lot of trigger warnings, so be sure to check them before reading.
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Author 5 books26 followers
February 25, 2024
Listen.
I am joining the relationship!

Teach me your ways Danica 🙌🏿

And that ending!!!!

But once again, I want bigger books, please. Give me all the details, I'm not afraid of 500+ pages!
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157 reviews5 followers
October 29, 2024
Okay this book!?!?!? I am in love with these two even more than I already was!! And Alessio ?! I just wanna fall in love with that man and his long flowing hair haha

Dante is surprised and not in a good way when they touch down at the top of the book in Vegas, our sweet baby is having internal struggles with the fact of wanting to keep his domme happy but also knowing it's not safe to be there. While at a s3x show the end up being taken to the office of Dantes first crush Alessio....and booooooy let me tell you the energy and mouth on this man 🖤

Watching Danica see the relationship exist between Alessio and Dante, and later her learning of their relationship and what Dante went through simply for being himself through childhood and then with Alessio was handled with such grace and love by Danica.

I truly CANNOT wait for the 4th book in this series, @mkaynoir.author you're an angel among humans with your writing truly 🖤
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Author 21 books60 followers
March 8, 2024
I was very pleasantly surprised by this novella. The depth of character growth was well done and the story had an excellent and well developed plot with a good balance of history and a decent spice level.
It is a MMF story set with a background of organized crime, so there are mildly violent undertones and some trauma regarding sexual orientations, but the 'action' was very well handled with an agreeable overarching message of consensual intent.

I loved the dynamic between our two MCs; thee end notes refer to further novellas in their story which I intend to find. Overall it was a very entertaining story to squeeze between some of my longer reads.
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87 reviews4 followers
February 7, 2024
Wow what a read 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️! This femdom novella if full of spice mixed with the mafia world. The character arc in such a short story was great! And I love a book that not only ends right but shows what happens in the future timeline, chefs kiss. The spicy time is just 🥵! With many troupes here such as age gap, FMM, voyeurism, non traditional gender roles, queer friendly, cockholding, orgasm withholding, humiliation, pegging, and pain and praise kinks to name a few. It even explores mental health and homophobic trauma. It was beautifully well written and a great read! 10/10 would recommend
149 reviews4 followers
February 14, 2024
Thank you, M Kay Noir, for the opportunity to read this as an ARC reader.
Danica and Dante’s story continues to develop in this book from where we left them in Danica’s revenge. The story follows their development further as a couple, Dante the strong mafia boss, the sub and Danica his strong-willed partner, the dom. This story also introduces another aspect to their relationship, polyamorous relations, which introduces yet another dynamic to their relationship development.
The writing as always is superb and the spice top notch! Cannot wait for the next instalment.
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120 reviews9 followers
February 25, 2024
*ARC review*

This book is just WOW.

The spice level is 5⭐️🌶. You get to smile and blush at the same time!! I was hooked on this🥰 Be sure to check out the trigger warnings if you are sensitive to them. But otherwise you will be addicted!!!

A word of caution: This HEA romantic suspense is super spicy, full of action, and does not care one bit for traditional gender roles. Expect a queer-friendly, multi-partnered novella filled with the kind of opulence and temptation that only Vegas can bring.
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864 reviews
March 24, 2025
Danica and Dante go to Vegas , he does not feel comfortable to safe being there w knowledge of his enemies ... He wants to keep his domme happy while juggling his responsibilities.

During a schmex club , they are taken to a back office and we are introduced to Dante's first crush , Alessio ... he has a filthy mouth :)

there is some mentally difficult scenes due to difficulties with smexual orientation .. there is a good balance between consensual actions and spice ...

AGE GAP
MMF
ORGASM DENIAL
PRAISE KINKS
FEMDOM

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88 reviews3 followers
February 27, 2024
Valentine for Dante is a spicy novella that shows a different side to Danica & Dante’s relationship. This novella introduces us to Alessio, someone from Dante’s past, who turns Danica & Dante’s world upside down. This is a VERY spicy one that at times will definitely make you blush! The author has written another great story that I could not put down. I read this one in one sitting and I am truly hoping there will be more Dante/Danica stories in the future because I absolutely LOVE these two!!
43 reviews1 follower
February 3, 2024
I truly love everything M.K Noir- in this Femdom M.K continues to highlight how important consent is in any relationship where new avenues are explored between the characters. Danica & Dante’s story continues to amaze me with Danica’s patience and Dante’s ability to submit beautifully to his Miss. I love everything Danica & Dante and can’t wait to read more!
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1,129 reviews17 followers
February 26, 2024
Donica surprises Dante and takes him to Vegas for Valentine’s Day. He can’t be in Vegas. They are going to stay for one night. The only problem is the past is going to find them. Can they survive? Great characters and storyline. Recommended Awesome book Love Dante and Danica and their dynamic. This book was short, spicy, and mystery
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544 reviews
February 3, 2025
OMG!!! I was certainly not expecting the turn Danica's and Dante's story took in this book. I've followed Danica and Dante from the beginning and this is probably my favorite book of this series so far. I've always loved Danica and Dante but Alessio... can't get enough of him. The spice is chef's kiss, the plot was suspenseful and interesting and I can't wait to see where their story goes next.
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128 reviews11 followers
February 5, 2024
Valentine for Dante was a quick and incredibly spicy read. This novella explores polyamorous dynamics and is queer-positive.

M Kay Noir always does a remarkable job at providing some dark and hard content while still completely making sure consent is at the forefront of any intimate scenes.
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1,032 reviews14 followers
February 26, 2024
It was my first read by this author. The storyline itself was interesting but I felt like I needed to read the back stories to understand the main characters relationship in this book. I felt like if you were familiar with the authors work its leaves a lot of open interpretation
759 reviews2 followers
February 29, 2024
This was a great story but I felt I needed more. I felt like it was lacking something I could not quite place. However I enjoyed the story none the less. Maybe if this was not the first book I read by this author I would have understood more.
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594 reviews1 follower
March 13, 2025
I definitely liked this but I’m not sure if I’m happy with the way it ended. I mean I loved how it ended for Danica and Dante but I need more after that ending. Their dynamic is so intoxicating. I need more.
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777 reviews15 followers
February 8, 2024
3/5⭐️
4/5🌶️

This was an interesting take on a Domme. There is an age gap and he’s a mafia don. It was an interesting read. It is a standalone but I definitely felt like I was missing something.
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455 reviews
February 26, 2024
A lot happened in here. It was sweet and sad, spicy, chaotic and intriguing. Can't say it's totally my vibe, but I didn't hate it. It was a fun and quick read.
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Author 14 books83 followers
February 27, 2024
Don and Domme

This was a super spicy, thilling, and fun read. I love the dynamic of Dante and Danica and the chemistry they share with his long lost flame.
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1,225 reviews6 followers
February 28, 2024
Perfect novella for Valentine's day. Easy read but filled with spice and angst!
563 reviews1 follower
December 28, 2025
Things aren’t all hearts and roses!

Some Valentines days are full of raw unadulterated lust, danger and devotion. Valentine for Dante is book 3 in the Queens & Knights series. Without question read this series from the beginning since the characters and events flow from one book to the next and you do not want to miss a thing!

Valentine for Dante follows these intriguing characters through another intense, loving and chaotic story that strengthens their bond and opens their hearts. This is another entertaining read and now I am off to read Madame Danica next! I cannot wait to read the conclusion of this entertaining series!
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73 reviews
February 27, 2024
I received an ARC of this book. It isn't my normal reading genre, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. Spicy and full of angst.
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535 reviews6 followers
February 28, 2024
This was my first read by this author. I enjoyed the book!

It has characters that are from a previous book yet you do not get lost and confused which I really appreciated.

Dante is a Mob boss and likes to let go of his control in the bedroom. It was an interesting look into another side of the Female Domme aspect. I have not read this style before. I enjoyed it.

Danica is the Domme and Dante’s love. She is sweet, soft, and then when she is the Domme she is all business and knows Dante’s boundaries and what he needs and wants. It was a pleasure reading that.


I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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353 reviews11 followers
February 26, 2024
This book did not disappoint. The vacation of a lifetime in Las Vegas filled with secrets of the past. The beauty of sin city is not lost on the characters. It feels like Danica and Dante have come so far in these standalone books since 'Beg Me Please.'
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