Forbidden Dom

by Kaci Rose

She's a wild and free-spirited college girl. He's an uptight professor, except when he's at Club Red. When their worlds outside Club Red collide…

She might be the one person to save him from losing everything…



Welcome to Club Red!

No matter your fantasy we can make it happen. We specialize in the forbidden, cater to your wildest desires, and nothing is off limits.

Genres: Romance

428 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2025

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Kaci loves romance books and has been jotting down ideas since she was in high school and is now putting the ideas down on paper. She believes in satisfying, happily ever afters with a lot of steam on the way.

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Reviews

[Mia S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

The next in the BDSM club and this time focused on roommate Skye- loved it! Forbidden, age gap for sure, but throw in Teacher/professor as the forbidden angle oh purrrrr! Now of course the underline drama with the club is still a mystery and there is going to be another book, but this one had some deeper Easter eggs (mountain man is mentioned) which loved! There was some hard moments with mother and distant father, these have spice but also tackle the hard that just stay skin deep. Can’t wait for the next!

[kymagirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

He taught her submission. She taught him how to feel.

Skye's just trying to survive college. Between her mom's failing health, late-night shifts, and crushing pressure, she has zero room for distractions. But one night at Club Red flips her world. She finds freedom in surrender and ends up in the arms of a masked Dom who sees everything she hides. Then the semester starts... and her Dom turns out to be her professor. Her secret. Her biggest risk.

Gage lives for control. At Club Red, he dominates. In the classroom, he commands respect. But when Skye walks into his lecture hall, that control starts to slip. He knows the risks. He tries to stay away. But every stolen glance and whispered word pulls them further into a connection that refuses to be denied.

As tension builds, the rules blur. What started in the dark becomes impossible to hide. Secrets tighten, choices get harder, and the cost of their connection keeps rising. Still, Gage offers her safety, freedom, and something she’s never had—someone who believes she’s worth everything.

Skye grows from guarded and exhausted to strong, focused, and ready to fight for herself. Gage drops the mask of perfection to show her the man behind the control, loyal, flawed, and all in. What begins as Dom and sub becomes a real partnership, built on trust, vulnerability, and love.

A steamy, forbidden, professor-student, age gap, billionaire BDSM romance that explores power dynamics, identity, healing, trust, growth, and the fine line between control and surrender. It’s about a Dom willing to risk everything for the girl who sees through his walls, and a woman who finds strength in choosing her own kind of submission. It’s messy, raw, and real, and it changes everything.

The Elevator Pitch: A sizzling, high-stakes romance where control is power and surrender is everything. When a dominant professor and a struggling student discover their secret lives collide, desire turns dangerous and nothing stays hidden for long. It’s a pulse-pounding story of trust, tension, and the kind of love that breaks all the rules.

[Michelle Frater · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unlike Gemma from the first book in the series (who is one of Skye’s best friends, by the way), Skye steps into the spotlight as a woman who already knows her way around the BDSM lifestyle. But with college, a demanding job, and her mother’s declining health, her time at Club Red has been scarce. Now that summer break has finally arrived, Skye is ready to unwind, and what better way than to embrace something new, with a new Dom to guide her? Dante, her long-time sponsor at the club, promises to find her the perfect match. Skye has always been able to scene without getting emotionally attached, but the moment she meets Gage, that rulebook goes right out the window. Gage is all about control, confidence, and intensity and from the very beginning, he senses there’s something unique about Skye. What follows is a connection that’s both fiery and tender. Gage gives Skye exactly what she’s been missing, both inside and outside the playroom, and I absolutely loved how naturally they fit together. By the end of summer, neither can deny the feelings that have blossomed between them. But then comes the twist. When Skye returns to college, she discovers that Gage is one of her professors. Their relationship suddenly becomes strictly off-limits. But when has love ever cared about the rules? Gage refuses to let her go, even if it means risking everything they’ve both worked for. What made their story stand out to me wasn’t just the sizzling chemistry (and yes, those scenes are deliciously hot!), but the emotional depth behind it. Gage doesn’t just dominate, he supports. When Skye’s world starts to crumble, he’s there, steady and sure, proving he’s not going anywhere. Given her past and her fear of being abandoned, that trust and devotion hit hard. The supporting cast of friends, roommates, and family, add warmth and dimension to the story, and I appreciated that Kaci doesn’t just focus on the steamy moments. She gives us the full picture of Skye and Gage’s lives—the highs, the heartbreaks, and everything in between. The only slightly confusing part for me were the chapters involving Agent X, but I have a feeling that subplot ties into the growing mystery of the troubles around Club Red. Hopefully, we’ll get more answers (and more heat!) in the next book. All in all, this was a fantastic read. Emotional, sensual, and completely captivating. I was hooked from start to finish. More, please!
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[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Love Connection Worth Fighting For -
Skye was only looking for a Dom for playtime at the club, but from the first time they played together, she felt a pull towards him that she didn’t know how to handle. Gage usually leaves his Dom persona at the club, but from the moment he met Skye and even before they engaged in any playtime, he knew she was more than just a sub to him. Skye had a plans for her life and wasn’t going to allow anyone or anything to change it, but fate had other plans in store for her, when she discovered Gage was going to be her professor.

Skye and Gage tried everything to maintain a student and professor relationship, but the pull towards each was too strong and it led to them resuming their sexual relationship on and off the campus. Not long after Skye and Gage embarked on their relationship, she found herself in a distressing state and he gave her the help and support needed to get back on track. Unfortunately, Skye and Gage were careless when they were sneaking around, which led to the discovery of their dalliances on campus.

Luckily, it gave Skye and Gage the chance to finally acknowledge their true feelings for each other regardless of the outcome of decision on the school, which allowed them to get the opportunity to have the happily ever after they deserved. I really enjoyed reading this gripping, entertaining romance story, that grabbed my attention from the beginning and held it all the way through to the end. Although there were a few unbelievably sad times in the story, it also had some very HOT panty melting Dom/Sub scenes, which will raise your temperature. You will definitely enjoy reading this book and be happy to recommend it.

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[Marilyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forbidden Dom by Kaci Rose is a multi-layered, well-written read with rich and wonderfully developed characters. This story features Club Red, a BDSM club, and the main characters of Skye and Gage. They both belong to Club Red and begin to scene together. However, as time progresses, Skye discovers Gage is one of her college professors making their relationship very emotional and messy at best. However, Skye and Gage know they complete one another. This reader agrees. Skye and Gage are a remarkable couple that are in sync and fulfill each other. Their story continues with a mix of emotion, heart, romance, spice, drama, friendships, family, and intrigue. The supporting characters (friends/ roommates/family) really add to their journey and to this amazing story. Without giving spoilers, I really loved how this author addressed several events within this story making me a fan even more. Forbidden Dom is Book 2 of the Club Red: Chicago series and worth the read!.

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[Ms. Shawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Skye has been working on her Master’s Degree. She just finished finals and wants to enjoy her summer break. She likes going to Club Red in Chicago. Her friend Dante, who was her first Dom, is setting her up with his friend Gage. Skye wants to explore bondage and Gage is into that. They have text a couple of times. Skye is hoping they have a connection when they actually meet.

Gage felt different when he met Skye. He can’t wait to explore with her. He wants to enjoy the summer months with her. Skye also feels different with Gage than she has with any other Dom. She is worried that it will distract her from finishing school and her dreams of having her own spa.

I wondered how things would work between Skye and Gage once the summer is over. I wondered why Agent X was so obsessed with Club Red. I worried about Agent X ruining Club Red without any real evidence.

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[Rainbowlovesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book two of the Club Red : Chicago Series and the first one of the series I've read.
I don't feel hindered by coming in on the second book as it provides enough backstory of the interlinked characters which is perfect.

Gage and Skye meet at club red after being set up by a mutual Dom. Skye's looking for a summer of fun while on break from college, and Gage is more than happy to oblige. Only once summer is over the fun continues, but can it stay that way or will one class derail what they've got starting?

5 Stars, emotional read, full of steam, no cheating, mild angst, dual pov but a HEA. I look forward to checking back in with Club Red soon.

[Praline 99 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forbidden Romance.
Skye is a young student working to establish her own spa by day, and by night a submissive at Club Red. There, she meets Gage, an older but gorgeous dominant who harbors secrets. But after a steamy summer with him, she returns to university where she discovers that Gage is her professor.
Gage is one of the founders of Club Red and a university professor. When he meets the beautiful Skye, it's love at first sight, but he never expected her to be one of his students.
Will Skye and Gage be able to have a beautiful love story, or will Gage's secrets destroy them….

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[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forbidden Dom is book two in the Club Red: Chicago series and is Skye's story. Skye is Gemma's, from book one, Elusive Dom, roommate. In this book Skye gets set up with Gage at the club, and things get really steamy over the summer. When Skye starts back to college she gets a surprise when she walks into one of her classes to see that Gage is her college professor. Taking this forbidden romance to a whole new steamy level. This is an age gap, forbidden romance with a well written story and great characters that made this a steamy addition to the series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Jennie Fortna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forbidden Dom is book 2 in the Club Red: Chicago series by Kaci Rose, love this series!

Skye has been going to the club and meets Gage who totally changes everything but summer ends and it back to the grind of college for Skye but what she doesn’t expect is her college professor…Gage…her Dom at Club Red. Will they be able to keep their past under wraps or will they risk it all? Only time will tell..forbidden romance, tempting desires, breaking rules to name a few…

I voluntarily read a copy of this book from BookSprout. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Terra Oenning · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh wow where have i been? I am absolutely loving this series and now will be reading each story for club red. If you love BDSM you'll be in love with it as well. Skye is a submissive who has some personal issues but when she is set up with Gage as her Dom sparks fly between them but when they find out he is her new professor and she's his student will they be able to stay away from each other? Absolutely fantastic story.

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[Carol Demmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the story. Skye is free from college for the summer and is going to visit the club and get a new dom. Gage is suggested by her best friend and when they meet the chemistry is mutual. Skye has trust issues and Gage finds himself finding feelings that have been buried for a while. This book is full of emotions, a situation that could destroy their lives, and feelings that can't be denied. I enjoyed reading this book.

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[Cindy Palmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Skye is Gemma's roommate (first book) and they find their self back in Club Red. Gage is paired up with Skye at the club and over the course of the summer their connection is undeniable. Of course college starts back up in the fall and bam, he's her prof. Oops, talk about forbidden.

I love how Kaci writes about bsdm and d/s with all the spice that it entails but that's really just the tip of the iceberg when there's so much more depth and understanding beneath it. I can't wait for the next installment. Thank you Kaci Rose for the advanced copy.

[Kyareth14 · Rating 5 out of 5]

No matter your fantasy we can make it happen. We specialize in the forbidden, we cater to your wildest desires, and nothing is off limits.
This is the second book of this series that I’m loving, with a plot with all the touches of a good reading. Gage and Skye after having their moments in the Red Club never expected that they would end up being teacher and student, something else between them was forbidden, the temptation was big, taking risks and breaking the rules gave them even more danger to what they felt for each other.

[Bernie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Written by a talented author..not read any of her books that I haven't liked. We are now introduced to a more stronger romance type. BDSM realm roll over into college realms. Skye visits Club Red and pairs up with Gage, for a dominant/submissive experience. She is a college student and he is one of her professors. A relationship that covers a lot of dos and don'ts. It is an emotional relationship on several levels..keeps the pages turning.

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[Nina Diab · Rating 4 out of 5]

'I'm going to fight for Skye. Even if it means going to war with people who think they can tell me what love should look like.'

I love Kaci Rose's mountain man and MC romances. I haven't read anything like this from her before so I was looking forward to checking it out. I really enjoyed this book. Good world building and wonderful characters. I loved both Skye and Gage. I loved the dynamic between them and the way their relationship developed. The chemistry between them sizzled. I thought they made a really good match and I was intrigued by their journey. 4 stars

[Sassy Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic story. I love reading about Club Red: Chicago. I can't get enough for this series. I hope there are more in this series. I love reading stories by Kaci Rose. I love the worlds that she creates. Gage and Skye are both members at Club Red who meet up for some fun. It was supposed to be a short time but things change when she steps into his classroom. Things get challenging very quickly. Will they get a happily ever after together?

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[Linda Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bitter always follows the sweet especially when it comes to forbidden love...

This student/teacher story was a nice surprise. So sexy and forbidden, naughty and wicked all wrapped up in a bow. Skye and Gage met at Club Red where they could both let off some steam, and boy did they. Skye was on school break, and they both connected in all the ways, until reality hit.

Gage happens to be Skye's professor. The challenge is trying to keep their hands off each other or risk everything. I was pleasantly surprised how much I found this book deliciously delightful.

[Siobhan D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am going to up front and say how much I loved this book. If you want a book with great characters, drama, a forbidden focuses ie age, teacher and student. Teacher and student in many different way. One great strong Dom, alpha all the way through, a sub that is not weak and full of life.
BSDM, spice, off limits, great characters, drama and yes romance.

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[Sam Allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A decent read

A decent read, a time tested premise but i liked the characters and enjoyed their journey. Weirdly there is another characters viewpoint introduced but that part disappears, I suspect that it is teeing up another novel but it was a bit odd how that character just fell away. Good otherwise.

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[Angi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Club Red still has some drama that isn’t revealed but plays a background roll in building up for books to come. This book is not only an age gap dom/sub book but adds the professor/student troupe as well. As always you can count on Kaci Rose for well developed characters, a spicy theme and of course being hooked. I couldn’t put this one down and can’t wait for book 3.

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[Brandi-Lynn Weiser · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was so excited to read Skye and Gage’s story! I loved Carter and Gemma, and I’m really excited for Kayla and Hunter’s!
This book was a mix of lots of spicy and sexy scenes and some pretty emotional and sad moments that brought tears to my eyes. I loved Skye and how strong she was and I loved how Gage supported her and stood up for her and their relationship.
I have not read a single book by Kaci that I haven’t loved, and I couldn’t recommend them enough!

[Syd Springer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one hot forbidden romance that has left me wanting more. I loved Gage and Skye together. These two are a perfect couple at Club Red but neither were ready for the surprise they had. These two have to figure out if the connection and love they have will survive outside of the club, in the real world. I really enjoyed this book and I can't wait for more.

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[RxReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one delivers on the forbidden fantasy. The teacher-student tension was strong but still emotional, with both characters dealing with real choices and risks. The Dom/sub element added spice without taking away from the heart. If you love forbidden romance with heat and high stakes, this one’s a great pick!.

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[N Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a good book, I could not put it down. My husband even made fun of me because it did make me ugly cry. I will say there are a few things that did not make sense to me, but that is ONLY because this is the first time I have read this author and this series. Even though I started with book 2 I could still follow the series. I absolutely fell in love with these characters.

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[Joana Dias · Rating 3 out of 5]

Forbidden Dom é uma leitura intensa e cheia de tensão proibida que prende desde o início. A química entre Skye e Gage funciona bem, e o contraste entre o ambiente académico e o Club Red dá um charme extra à história. No entanto, alguns momentos poderiam ter tido mais profundidade ou surpresa, o que justifica perfeitamente as tuas 4 estrelas. Ainda assim, é um romance quente, envolvente e muito fácil de devorar.

[L KQ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Professor Dom

Skye is in need of a new dom now that she is on summer break from school. As soon as she is introduced to Gage, the connection between them is instantaneous. While this was spicy, intriguing and intense, the underlying plot of Agent X is a surprising twist i hope to read more about. I really enjoyed this story and the dynamic between Gage and Skye.

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[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forbidden Dom is the second book in the Club Red: Chicago Series. A steamy full-length standalone romance with no cheating or cliffhanger and ends with a oh so satisfying happily-ever-after. A beautifully written story with world building individuals and a fascinating storyline that captures the reader attention from the first chapter and keeps you transfixed and turning the pages until the end. Immerse yourself in this mesmerizing mind-blowing story filled with scorching hot passion, non-stop twists and turns, high-octane adventures, mystery, surprises, and suspense. An absorbing addicting and unputdownable read. This is Skye and Gage story which is told from a dual point of view. A deliciously forbidden professor-student, billionaire romance where temptation is dangerous, desire is reckless, and breaking the rules has never felt so good.
No matter your fantasy we can make it happen. We specialize in the forbidden, cater to your wildest desires, and nothing is off limits. Welcome to Club Red!
A professor-student romance, forbidden romance, taboo romance, off-limits romance, billionaire romance, contemporary romance, romantic suspense, aged gap trope romance, alpha male romance, literature & fiction story with possessiveness, obsession, power and control, revelations, passion, secrets, dirty talking, consensual intense rough sex, love dominance, submission, BDSM, friendship, steam, bondage, family issues, loss and so much more. Skye is a business owner and runs her own salon. She's attending college to get her Masters in Business, a degree that she doesn't really need. But it's a big fuck you to her father he's the one footing the bill she thought why not. Skye is a member of Club Red courtesy of her best friend Dante who introduced her to the BDSM lifestyle.
Skye was a regular at Club Red before she started school. She as just finished a grueling semester and wanted to blow off steam and have some fun and told Dante that she would like to step up her training and experiment with bondage and he told her that he had a friend who was perfect for her needs. Dante set up a meeting with his friend Gage who's a Dom that understands what she needs. They was supposed to meet to see if they're a good fit for each other and if not they would just so their separate ways. Gage is a billionaire Dom wrapped in a dangerously tempting package by night and a professor by day the kind of man who leaves a mark, body and soul. It was only supposed to be one night but it turned into several nights over the summer.
Then the summer ended and the Dom who tied her up and left her breathless turns out he's her professor. Gage knows that he should walk away because his career depends on it and he could lose everything. But the second Skye steps into his classroom, the game changes. Because the memory of her surrendering haunts him, tempts him, and makes him question every rule he's sworn to follow. Now every look, every whispered command, every stolen moment that the indulge in is a risk. Gage is the one man she can't afford to want. But secrets have a way of getting out because they don't stay hidden forever. She's perfect for him and he doesn't see a way of her walking out of his life. But when he offers her a taste of a life without struggle, without limits will she walk away? Or will she let the billionaire Dom ruin her completely? Will she get her happily-ever-after like Gemma?


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[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 4 out of 5]

FORBIDDEN DOM is Book 2 of the Club Red: Chicago series. It's a steamy, forbidden, BDSM, age-gap professor and student romance. Skye is a sassy college student who is experiencing a lot of stress and longs to let go. Gage is a hunky, uptight professor and Dom at Club red. They enter into a dom-sub relationship and find fulfillment with each other.

This was a hot and spicy read with intense chemistry. There is a continuing story from the last book that will continue into the next book.

[Jenni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Club Red was Skyes salvation from drowing in her life, and in Gage she found a man who took care of her every desires but now schools starts and when she walks into class it Gage as her professor! Shes off limits, but nothing can stop the draw between them well written engaging steamy desires off limits, teacher/student, romance