Mercy

by Ashley Matthews

Brooklyn was a train wreck when she stumbled into Father Mathias's confessional. The secretly Dominant priest saw something in the young woman and offered to train her and set her onto a better path through guidance and tender domination. Unexpected love flares up between them and soon, arms length distance training isn't enough; Father Mathias wants to own Brooklyn and Brooklyn wants to be owned by him. But a clandestine relationship isn't enough for her, not when Stephen, a young entrepreneur, comes into her life and shows her a different kind of relationship. One without secrecy and rules.

352 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 6, 2024

About the author

When Ashley isn’t writing or editing, she spends her days exercising and coaching. She considers the gym as her second home and family. As a sufferer of various chronic conditions, she has grown passionate about managing her health through lifestyle changes and helping others do the same. She enjoys anything involving nature, although she detests bugs with as much fervor as her love for the outdoors.

Reviews

[Cassidy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book.... okay first things first, wow. I am completely impressed by this story. From the arc of the main character and her want for growth and change. The supporting roles that were played so beautifully. The tension between the love interests and the overall looming feeling that follows you through this book of "will they get caught". I loved this book, the writing style and the characters. This story was both hot and very entertaining while also having a lot of heart.

I got the chance to meet Ashley and she's absolutely wonderful. Mercy was amazing and now my goal is trying to get my hands on judgment.

[Sam Lefebvre · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't typically read books from this genre but decided to give it a go after seeing the author read at a local event! Overall, I learned a lot about the lifestyle and it was cool to know the author was local. Reading the book, considering the subject matter, felt a bit taboo, but I enjoyed reading something that was so fearlessly and honestly written.

[Elizabeth Chayse-Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is not what I expected and I’m so glad it was written in a way that kept me reading. Ashley, you took this storyline to a place I never saw coming. I am so glad you were brave enough to tell the story. Can’t wait for book 2.

[Sita · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow. I read this in a week. Could not put it down! Was not expecting that ending at all. Great read!

[Pebbles Lacasse · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG!! Yes, I know the book is about a priest, and I probably shouldn’t say OMG, but I truly can’t not!

I was lucky enough to meet Miss Matthews at a book signing event. Trust me, she’s more lovely in person than she is in the virtual world.

MERCY was the first book I’ve read by Ashley Matthews. It won’t be the last. Her understanding and ability to show how BDSM can affect and change us to become a stronger person by letting go of toxic beliefs is pure perfection.

I hope to see Ashley again at the next book signing. Thank you for a lovely story I won’t forget.