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Dominion Hall #2
The Sentinel: A Dark Billionaire Military Romance
Pre-order the hot second installment of the DOMINION HALL series.Marcus Dane is danger incarnate—a billionaire ex-soldier with a body built for sin and a gaze that promises ruin. In the sultry depths of Charleston, he’s the silent sentinel of Dominion Hall, guarding secrets that could burn his empire to ash. Enter Claire Dixon, a relentless podcast journalist chasing the truth behind the Folly Beach Pier explosion—a blaze that wasn’t an accident. She’s all sharp edges and fearless fire, and she’s about to ignite everything Marcus controls.
He warns her to back off, pinning her against walls with gravel-rough threats and a touch that sears. She dares him to try harder, digging deeper into a war she doesn’t understand—one that’s already claimed lives. But when their clashes turn to molten nights, enemies become lovers, and Marcus’s possessive need to protect her battles Claire’s hunger for answers, the lines blur. Department 77 is closing in, and every kiss, every secret, could be their last.
Scorching, suspenseful, and unputdownable, The Sentinel is a dark billionaire military romance dripping with obsession and danger. Standing tall in the Dominion Hall series, it’s perfect for fans of possessive antiheroes and fierce heroines who fight as hard as they love. Explicit sexual content, violence, and profanity. 18+ only.
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About the Dominion Hall
Seven men. One brotherhood.
Built in Charleston, South Carolina in the shadows of war and wealth, Dominion Hall isn’t just a mansion—it’s their fortress. Ruthless. Untouchable. Dangerous.
But even the strongest men fall… for the wrong woman.
Enemies will come.
Betrayal will burn.
And the men of Dominion Hall?
They’ll bury anyone who dares to touch what’s theirs.
Possessive. Jealous. Obsessive.
These billionaires don’t share. They claim.
For fans of dangerous love, anti-heroes who live by their own rules, and the women who bring them to their knees.
He warns her to back off, pinning her against walls with gravel-rough threats and a touch that sears. She dares him to try harder, digging deeper into a war she doesn’t understand—one that’s already claimed lives. But when their clashes turn to molten nights, enemies become lovers, and Marcus’s possessive need to protect her battles Claire’s hunger for answers, the lines blur. Department 77 is closing in, and every kiss, every secret, could be their last.
Scorching, suspenseful, and unputdownable, The Sentinel is a dark billionaire military romance dripping with obsession and danger. Standing tall in the Dominion Hall series, it’s perfect for fans of possessive antiheroes and fierce heroines who fight as hard as they love. Explicit sexual content, violence, and profanity. 18+ only.
________
About the Dominion Hall
Seven men. One brotherhood.
Built in Charleston, South Carolina in the shadows of war and wealth, Dominion Hall isn’t just a mansion—it’s their fortress. Ruthless. Untouchable. Dangerous.
But even the strongest men fall… for the wrong woman.
Enemies will come.
Betrayal will burn.
And the men of Dominion Hall?
They’ll bury anyone who dares to touch what’s theirs.
Possessive. Jealous. Obsessive.
These billionaires don’t share. They claim.
For fans of dangerous love, anti-heroes who live by their own rules, and the women who bring them to their knees.
- GenresDark Romance
306 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 8, 2025
972 people are currently reading
240 people want to read
About the author
Jack Flynn
14 books20 followersJack Flynn co-writes dark billionaire military romance with Lainey Ray.
Jack is a former military man with a sharp mind, a devilish smirk, and a habit of taking control—in fiction and otherwise. He likes his books like he likes his combat strategies: fast-paced, explosive, and leaving no survivors. When he’s not crafting tactical missions and deadly antiheroes, you can find him reading action thrillers, watching war movies, or engaging in other kinds of action we won’t discuss here.
Jack brings the precision, the danger, and the raw intensity to every Jack & Lainey book. He knows exactly how to build a hero who commands a room, claims a woman, and takes down anyone who dares to stand in his way.
Rumor has it, Jack never loses control … unless Lainey’s involved.
Jack is a former military man with a sharp mind, a devilish smirk, and a habit of taking control—in fiction and otherwise. He likes his books like he likes his combat strategies: fast-paced, explosive, and leaving no survivors. When he’s not crafting tactical missions and deadly antiheroes, you can find him reading action thrillers, watching war movies, or engaging in other kinds of action we won’t discuss here.
Jack brings the precision, the danger, and the raw intensity to every Jack & Lainey book. He knows exactly how to build a hero who commands a room, claims a woman, and takes down anyone who dares to stand in his way.
Rumor has it, Jack never loses control … unless Lainey’s involved.
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October 19, 2025
I honestly don't understand the high ratings, I almost DNFd so many times.
25%
The not really spoilers:
He is the most boring militant ever.
They are hot for each other, but only plan to use each other as a means to an end, that's it, they swear.
Oh, and in case you didn't catch it, he's one of 7 brothers.
50%
He's in really 'deep' now, as he tells us at the end of each of his chapters.
She follows the dark and dangerous Marcus through a secret tunnel for sexy time, but practically causes a car accident to get away from him later because she's so scared after someone hands her a note saying his family is all liars. WTF??
At least we have a couple of decent spicy scenes.
75%
They are magically working together now, and if you didn't read book one, you start to get caught up.
His reverence for her brains and beauty are almost too much - 20 mentions of it is more than enough. Isn't he supposed to be murdery and depraved? Only grudgingly admitting that shit?
Spoiler - Her friend is dead, and not once does she bemoan the fact they didn't do anything the night before, like she asked him to, to prevent it.
Number of times Department 77 is mentioned - 5000?
100%
At last, some great action, and I don't hate both MCs for it.
I don't feel the love, but I may be too jaded at this point in the book.
Finally, neither of these authors has ever gotten spicy with bruised ribs, never mind broken ones. There is no flipping happening, there is no taking of another's body weight - or even snuggling - she's not getting on her hands and knees for him.
Ugh!!!
This was definitely not the Navy Seal / 50 Shades crossover event BookToK promised me.
Also, what happened with Sasha? Why didn't we get at least a flash of her sass or acknowledgment of her and Marcus in book 1?
And I guess Izzy left her personality back there, too?
Where's Will?
The second star is for myself, for finishing.
25%
The not really spoilers:
He is the most boring militant ever.
They are hot for each other, but only plan to use each other as a means to an end, that's it, they swear.
Oh, and in case you didn't catch it, he's one of 7 brothers.
50%
He's in really 'deep' now, as he tells us at the end of each of his chapters.
She follows the dark and dangerous Marcus through a secret tunnel for sexy time, but practically causes a car accident to get away from him later because she's so scared after someone hands her a note saying his family is all liars. WTF??
At least we have a couple of decent spicy scenes.
75%
They are magically working together now, and if you didn't read book one, you start to get caught up.
His reverence for her brains and beauty are almost too much - 20 mentions of it is more than enough. Isn't he supposed to be murdery and depraved? Only grudgingly admitting that shit?
Spoiler - Her friend is dead, and not once does she bemoan the fact they didn't do anything the night before, like she asked him to, to prevent it.
Number of times Department 77 is mentioned - 5000?
100%
At last, some great action, and I don't hate both MCs for it.
I don't feel the love, but I may be too jaded at this point in the book.
Finally, neither of these authors has ever gotten spicy with bruised ribs, never mind broken ones. There is no flipping happening, there is no taking of another's body weight - or even snuggling - she's not getting on her hands and knees for him.
Ugh!!!
This was definitely not the Navy Seal / 50 Shades crossover event BookToK promised me.
Also, what happened with Sasha? Why didn't we get at least a flash of her sass or acknowledgment of her and Marcus in book 1?
And I guess Izzy left her personality back there, too?
Where's Will?
The second star is for myself, for finishing.
July 9, 2025
Another book in the series draws you further into the mystery surrounding Dominion Hall and its occupants. Now we add journalist Claire Dixon to the mix. She doesn’t play safe, Claire will dig deep until she finds the truth, and she’s after the truth about why the Folly Beach Pier was blown sky-high! Marcus knows who she is; they call her the best of her generation, but he and his brothers do not want her digging into their business.
I absolutely loved the storyline and I am so impressed with how well the story was laid out. The authors did a superb job. This series is very well written and continuously captures my attention.
I highly recommend this series!
I absolutely loved the storyline and I am so impressed with how well the story was laid out. The authors did a superb job. This series is very well written and continuously captures my attention.
I highly recommend this series!
August 29, 2025
A Force to Be Reckoned With 🔥
Marcus Dane is a force to be reckoned with, and Claire Dixon is not one to back down. Their chemistry is undeniable, with banter, personalities, and sexual tension that perfectly captures their intense relationship. The story continues the theme of Department 77, with a mysterious group causing chaos and destruction. But Marcus and Claire are fighters, and their love rises out of the darkness. I was eager to see if this book would live up to the first, and I struggled with the first few chapters but after that I was hooked. I'm enjoying reading the Dominion Hall series and excited for the next story. 🤓
Marcus Dane is a force to be reckoned with, and Claire Dixon is not one to back down. Their chemistry is undeniable, with banter, personalities, and sexual tension that perfectly captures their intense relationship. The story continues the theme of Department 77, with a mysterious group causing chaos and destruction. But Marcus and Claire are fighters, and their love rises out of the darkness. I was eager to see if this book would live up to the first, and I struggled with the first few chapters but after that I was hooked. I'm enjoying reading the Dominion Hall series and excited for the next story. 🤓
June 8, 2025
This is another well written book in this series. The characters, the suspense, the action, and the romance all combine to make this a very entertaining book from start to finish. I am really enjoying this series. (There is some graphic violence and steamy sex in this book.)
August 5, 2025
Truly an enjoyable series
I found this series 2 days ago and in those 2 days, I have read the 1st 2 books. I have truly enjoyed them. There is just the right amount of everything in these books. I look forward to seeing where books 3 takes Dane clan.
I found this series 2 days ago and in those 2 days, I have read the 1st 2 books. I have truly enjoyed them. There is just the right amount of everything in these books. I look forward to seeing where books 3 takes Dane clan.
July 17, 2025
Book 2 is as good as book 1
Claire comes into town in search of a story. Does she find a story yup more than she thought. Definitely do not miss the second book in the series.
Claire comes into town in search of a story. Does she find a story yup more than she thought. Definitely do not miss the second book in the series.
August 1, 2025
Lots of action and suspense in this series. Can't wait to read book 3!
September 18, 2025
precious love story
I loved, loved, loved this book! The love story was precious and overwhelming! More please! Loved Clair and Marcus so much.
I loved, loved, loved this book! The love story was precious and overwhelming! More please! Loved Clair and Marcus so much.
October 21, 2025
Who knew I had a thing for hot military billionaires. LOL. This series is quick and fun to read.
July 5, 2025
Unlike his brash, in your face brother Ryker, Marcus Dane, is the planner, schemer, investigator and instigator of Dominion Hall. He's a smooth talker and charmer. When Claire Dixon comes to Charleston looking for answers he knows he has to head her off at the pass and keep her from digging too deep into Dominion Defense. Claire is a nationally recognized podcaster who cracks crime cases that the authorities can't or don't. She's tenacious, hard-headed, sassy and unafraid to take on the big guns. Marcus has his work cut out for especially because Claire ticks all the right boxes fo him. Ultimately, rather than try to continue to outplay one another, they join forces to dig in Department 77. A tragic event has Claire reeling but also strenher resolve. Using the power of her microphone she enlists her faithful fans to garner information. Another piece of the puzzle falls into place. And another Dane brother finds his forever.
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