Elevating Eve

by Bay Sinclair

Grief is messy…but so is love.

Jonathan spent his life as a man in total control. Control of his business, his money, and all the women at his high-end kink resort.

Watching his business partners pair off and fall in love is causing a ripple effect in his life. Fairford Manor needs to grow. Expand. Change.

And Jonathan Hale does not excel at change.

But life is about to hand him the ultimate test, and he might lose the one thing he’s holding onto the tightest.

Eve.

The woman he saves from a man she stays with to keep her father’s company and memory alive.

The woman he has to show that pain and pleasure can happen with trust. With consent. With care.

Eve wants Jonathan. But she needs control over her own future more.

He needs to figure out how to balance being her Dom and her boyfriend before she walks away for good.

Genres: Romance

196 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 16, 2024

About the author

Bay Sinclair is the author of ultra high-heat contemporary romance with broken girls, sexy Doms, and lots of heart. When she isn’t writing, she’s an avid foodie in search of the next great culinary adventure, and she drinks entirely too much green tea.

Reviews

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I end up crying every time I read one of Bay’s books. Her characters and their stories are amazing. I’ve loved this series, but I think this book might be my favorite so far. Both Eve & Jonathan tugged at my heart, and I was so happy they were willing to work for their relationship. Not the typical love story myth of everything being easy…

[Peaches357 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another amazing book by Bay Sinclair. Finally Jonathan gets his own book! If only it wasn’t so heartbreaking but it’s still beautiful. Jonathan is in control, always, rigid in presentation and decisions. He’s strong and dependable. He’s been so caught up in making his businesses and life successful that he’s never had a committed relationship. Eve has been in a relationship for the last 16 years but when she realizes it’s not healthy, she’s in danger, and she’s finally had enough- she walks away from it. What happens when these two decide to start a relationship? Jonathan’s life is shattered by a phone call and Eve is triggered into her own memories of the past.
Communication and Honesty.
That’s what these two need to repair their own hurts and built a stronger relationship. Are they capable?.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Michelle Frater · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book masterfully underscores the dangers of confusing an abusive relationship with a consensual BDSM dynamic. Eve’s story is particularly chilling, as she seems to have been groomed by Frank—her father’s best friend—who exploited her vulnerability after her father’s death. What he manipulated her into had nothing to do with the principles of a healthy BDSM lifestyle. Whether it was working at Fairford Manor, the exclusive kink resort, or simply reaching her breaking point, Eve ultimately finds the strength to walk away after Frank’s anger spirals into violence. What I loved most was Jonathan’s role in her awakening. He not only steps in to rescue her but patiently educates her on what a real D/s relationship should be. He explains that true BDSM is rooted in choice, mutual consent, safe words, and, above all, respect for limits. This gentle, yet powerful, revelation slowly opens Eve’s eyes to what she’s been missing. Though Jonathan is clearly drawn to Eve, he’s not the typical "knight in shining armor." He’s noble, as Eve herself observes, and gives her space to rebuild her life on her own terms. As they work together on the expansion of Fairford Manor, the simmering tension between them grows, until that inevitable moment of passion explodes. Their first scene together was nothing short of electrifying. However, the story takes a darker turn after a family tragedy, leaving me with some lingering concerns: How does one know when a previously abused submissive is pushing herself too hard just to please her Dom? How far can a Dom control his submissive outside the bedroom before he smothers his partner or they become master and slave? Can Jonathan find that delicate balance as they navigate their continuing relationship? Well, there’s only one way to find out!
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[Rose Seals · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story in this series by this awesome author. Full of drama, love, sadness, emotions, family, trauma, steam, BDSM,and so many life dealings. Jonathon is a Dom and manager at his resort manor. Jonathon likes control and finds it hard to be anything else, which helps as he is one of the major Doms there. Eve is helping to build more rooms at the resort. Having worked in her father's construction company. Having been in a bad relationship with the other partner who happens to be an older man. She just fell into this relationship as it was easy but now is becoming abusive. At the job site one day, Eve is being abused by the jerk and Jonathan steps in to help her. She has him arrested for assault. It's then that Jonathan and Eve start their own relationship. Going away for a week-end she calls him her boyfriend. This is something he never really had so for advice he calls his father, and Dad tells him to be honest and communicate with her. After talking with his Dad, he receives the worst call ever, his Dad has died. This start Jonathan on a downward spiral. Eve has been there before and tries to help. Has lots of steamy hot scenes but also some sad ones. Keep some tissues nearby. May have some triggers for some so please read the warnings. Would recommend to others.

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[Mafia Wife · Rating 3 out of 5]

She is working at his resort when she breaks up with her very toxic manipulative boyfriend. He came to her rescue and they both felt the chemistry right away. He is one of the owners of a BDSM resort where he is a dom. Their connection is strong unlike anything either has experienced before. Honestly, I did not know what to expect from this book. There was not a lot given in the description. When it started out in the beginning, I was not sure that this was going to be a story for me however, as the relationship progressed, I really came to enjoy the characters. The character development was good and you really got a strong sense of each of them. We’ll, that was until the end of the book which I hated. It felt contradictory to way the story had progressed and completely opposite his opinion when he first claimed her. Nothing in the story up to that point gave you the impression that was the way it would turn.

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[Stats23 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, not what I expected at all. I was looking for an erotic BDSM novel featuring a dominant ML and a feisty yet submissive FL, and lots of hot scenes. I got all that and then some. What I also got were some very deeply felt emotional trauma scenarios that tugged at the heartstrings like nothing I have ever read in this genre. Both Jonathan and Eve suffer unbearable losses and each react in different and yet similar ways. How it effects them and how they deal with it both independently and jointly makes for a VERY compelling read. I’m not going to give anything more away, so just take my word for it that this is a must read. Hard to put down, hard to read, hard to imagine a more heart wrenchingly beautiful love story. Be sure to have a box of tissues at hand. 5 Stars

[Ashley A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Authors can totally write books as quickly as I read them, right? The next book can be written in a single day and published tomorrow can’t it? Because I absolutely need the next book NOW!

I adored this story. I felt so deeply for Eve. She was in a situation that she didn’t know how to get out of and I feel for her. I hate how common that truth is for women but I absolutely LOVE that she still had an idea of who she was. Getting to know Jonathan better was an absolute joy. He had all my love in the Liberating Zach story and I stand behind him still. This Manor family is the perfectly written found family that everyone deserves. Love these stories, love Bay’s writing and cannot recommend them enough.

[Lea Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story.....all the feels

This is my first Bay Sinclair book and I am hooked!!!

Jonathan and Eve have my heart. I, too, lost my father when I was only 16 and a lot of Eve's continued grief struck at the very core of me as I, too, struggle with my grief many years later. I cried, which I don't do all that often, but this book touched me so deeply. Eve found her true self and continued to chase that elusive happiness that not all of us get. I laughed with some of the shenanigans of the characters and main characters. The whole story was just so rich with all the characters and development, and I could not put it down as I wanted to finish but also never wanted it to end.

Thank you, Bay, for writing this beautiful story. You truly touched my heart

[Leanne Bryson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first book by Bay Sinclair but it sure isn't my last. Eve is part of the construction team renovating Jonathon's BDSM resort. She is working with her deceased father's partner who is an abusive, controlling misogynist. He groomed her after her father's death and has kept her in that abusive relationship for years, telling her he is her dom. She breaks away from him when he pushes her one time too many. Jonathan is there for her and wants to show her what a real Dom/sub relationship really looks like. The book has great characters, is well-paced, full of sizzle, steam, and drama. 4 1/2 steamy stars from me.

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[Silke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Elevating Eve is the 4th full-length book in the Fairford Affairs series. While all the characters from the previous novels make appearances, it can still be read as a standalone. Jonathan and Eve are both very likeable characters and their story is one of overcoming trauma, of going on after loss and finding a new beginning. The sexy times were not quite as kinky as I expected, but steamy nonetheless and I loved the deep friendships between the partners.
I received an advanced copy through BookSirens and am leaving this review voluntarily and honestly.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book - I did see after reading it - that it is book 4 - I don't feel like I missed anything by not reading the other books first - but I do have a desire to read them now. The book played on all my emotions - laughing, crying, gasping, and "feeling" the scenes. Jonathan is expanding his business and building a new building. Eve is part of the construction company's management team. I've said this before - I want to go to a place like Jonathan owns and runs. Great book - great characters - great plot.

[Petra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book! It made me feel SO many different emotions. I smiled so hard my cheeks hurt, but it also made me cry for an entire chapter! What a roller coaster ride!

Jonathan and Eve definitely belong together and their story is so beautifully written that it felt like I was there with them. An absolute must read!.

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[JM G · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the fourth book in the Fairford Affairs series. So many emotions appear when reading this book. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was going to happen next. A definite page turner. Johnathan and Eve are well developed characters. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.

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[…Welcome to My World &#x1f30e.. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this storyline. Evie is a young lady who is holding on to the last pieces of her deceased dad whom she loved so much. She’s also been dealing with her dad’s business partner, being abusice to her and manipulating everything. Jonathan sees Eve and her ambition and is instantly attracted to her. I loved how he worked to show Eve her self worth. These two were great together.

I received an ARC copy and I’m voluntarily leaving my honest review.

[Bren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where to start 1st Ms. Sinclair has the art of writing sexy heartfelt stories that have you coming back for more over and over again. It was fantastic when Eve and Jonathan started their relationship with snogging and it bloomed from there into obsession, possession and some passionate pleas for more of the harder things.

[Pam M · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series ❤️ While reading this book I laughed, I became angry and I cried (no, I actually sobbed). This story took several turns, intense at times, but thankfully ends with a HEA. I'm hoping there's more!! A reunion, a party at the Manor, a wedding.... Anything!! I just need more!!

[Laiba Malik · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elevating Eve by Bay Sinclair is the fourth book in the Fairford Affairs series. I simply adordcthis story. The author has beautifully written the plot and the amazing characters Eve and Jonathan. Jonathan has been very patient with Eve while re introducing her to his dark world. Can't wait for book 5.

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[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an entertaining, alpha, male romance book that captivates your attention from the beginning and holds it to the end. The storyline is intriguing as the elements unfold. The characters are well written with depth to their personalities and steamy chemistry together. I enjoyed this book.

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[Vievie2 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eve was living a life she didn’t want anymore and it was Jonathan that made her realise life could be different. Intense, emotional and captivating.

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[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elevating Eve was Jonathan and Eve’s story. Jonathan Hale does not excel at change. But life is about to hand him the ultimate test, and he might lose the one thing he’s holding onto the tightest…Eve. It was an emotional roller coaster. And am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars. I was pleasantly surprised with this story. Solid plot, well written characters and conflict. Interesting topics - BDSM, grief, abuse, communication and trust. Loved that the MCs were in their mid/late 30s.

[Brooke Peters · Rating 4 out of 5]

Do I enjoy Doms and Subs now…….? 🫢 Hold while I now contemplate this