Sharing His Command: An MM Romance of Evolving Roles, Quiet Command, and Devoted Partnership

by A.E. LeMercier

Miles Bennet has spent years being told he wasn’t enough. Now, he’s ready to belong to someone who sees his worth—even when he can't see it himself. Darren Quinn is everything Miles needs: commandingly steady, unshakably certain and resolutely protective. His quiet strength and tender control ignites a passion in Miles that turns surrender into deep devotion.

As their relationship evolves from from the sanctuary of the club to the reality of home, Miles discovers not just pleasure, but a love that heals his past wounds and empowers him to embrace his true self. Yet when Darren’s world collides unexpectedly with Miles’s protective sister, secrets threaten to unravel everything. Can trust—and love—prevail when the boundaries of power, vulnerability, and acceptance are tested?

The quiet, earnest vulnerability of Heated Rivalry meets the profound healing and protective authority of a Nora Phoenix hero in this steamy, heartfelt M/M journey of surrender, second chances, and the courage to be seen.

Heat level: 5

173 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2024

Reviews

[Nicola Clements · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another cracking book!

If I thought I couldn't love Miles and Darren anymore, I was so wrong. Each book pulls me further and further in, I'm obsessed.
I am dying to find out what's next and after reading an excerpt of book 4 I'm scared for them, but I just know they will be an infinity power couple.

Excellent writing once again <3

[Bear_reads_romance · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't stop thinking about these two! They way Miles helps Darren even if he thinks he's not good enough and Darren loves him. I can't wait for more of them.

[El · Rating 5 out of 5]

This third in the series might be my favorite so far! Darren and Miles were both disasters in their own way when they met as Dom and client. But now that they're officially a couple, we get to watch them going through a series of relationship firsts. As their social circles and lives begin to intermingle, we see the boys completing each other in different ways as their devotion is tested. Many of those ways involve sizzling scenes that only A.E. LeMercier can deliver!

My book 1 favorite, Sasha, makes a glorious return as well, which always adds to my enjoyment. I really like the coterie of badass women that these men have managed to surround themselves with.

Thanks to Common Goals Publishing for sending me the ARC!

[Eileen Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

This book continues along with Darren the master and Miles his sometimes sub.

Miles is back to work or kind of work. He is not back on the beat of being a policeman but at least he is working. He is still having no contact with his kids which is hurting his heart. He is still staying away from drinking and that has to do with his support. His sister is still on his side. His sponser is still in his life and then there is Darren. He is everything and more than Miles thinks he deserves.

Darren loves having a partner again. He wants to make it more official between them but also want to respect Miles' recovery. He wants to collar him as well as have him move in with him. However first things first he needs to meet Miles' sister. Work as gotten a little crazy for Darren they are short on men workers which means he has to cover for several of them while still doing his managing work. Luckily Miles is there to help him when he gets home.

How will the meeting between Darren and Miles' sister go? Will He learn more about Miles sponser at the met up? Will Miles ever get to see his kids? What about his exwife, does she try to see him? Will Darren finally get the roommate he wants? Will Miles get the jewelry he wants?

Off to read more

[HappilyEverReader · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book three in the Intricate Ties series finds Miles and Darren blissfully in love and working to build a life together. The story alternates between both of their POVs, which I really enjoyed. That said, this definitely isn’t a book you could jump into without reading the first two—so much of the emotional development and relationship growth happens earlier in the series.

This installment definitely brings the heat, and I loved getting to watch Miles and Darren settle into their relationship while still exploring their dynamic together. One of my favorite parts was when they attended the play party. It was a really interesting scene, and the intensity and the spice was next level.

By the end of the book, the author begins introducing some potential conflicts for Darren and Miles—Miles’s sister and ex-wife, along with Darren’s job suddenly demanding much more of his time and attention. It seems to the stage for what’s to come in the final installment.

I’ve really loved following these two and their journey, and I’m excited to see how the author wraps up their story in the last book!

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review for (Intricate Ties-3) Sharing his Command by A.E. LeMercier

Another fabulous book in this well-written BDSM romance story with ups and downs, full of Pain from Past Relationships by A.E. LeMercier. This author knows how to write a well-rounded story that has it all. Pain, romance, love, BDSM, and past relationship troubles are full of pain for both men. Dareen's work is cut out for him in this book due to the pain. Miles is in again with his ex-wife about their children and the way she wants to control him, even after he has changed and has been sober for a year now. I just wanted to slap that woman's face. She almost makes Miles do something he would regret, but in walks the man he loves, Darren. I have really enjoyed this series from book one to this one so much. I understand the lifestyle, so to say this author has written it really well is saying something. I will be going and reading more from this author. I just know I want all their books, which will take time lol.

Nicole Harvey

[Raven and Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great installment to Darren and Miles’s story. This series is so good. Miles continues to heal and Darren is there for him every step of the way. Getting Ashley’s approval isn’t necessary for their relationship but it is an important step in helping Miles have all the support he needs to get back on his feet. They continue to grow in both their romance and their service to each other. I am loving this story and will probably have to go find the author’s backlist of books.

[Jvles · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars
This book wasn't as intense as the first was. There was a little more focus on the mundane and on our characters building a life together than on the kinky side of things - more cuddle than spice. That made it a sweet part of the journey. I felt like some more communication would have been great at times but maybe that is supposed to have happened off-page. I still like the writing and am excited to see where the story goes.

[Beau Regarde · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh boy how did I never realize how amazing 'established couple' romance could be? Watching these two continue to grow together in the lifestyle and work towards being each other's partners was SO rewarding (and sexy).

[A.E. LeMercier · Rating 5 out of 5]

An earnestly romantic tale of an unconventional new relationship growing.

[Yvonne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Miles and Daren are now a couple.
Their relationship is developing.

I thought I couldn't love Daren and Miles any more, but with each book, I'm drawn more and more into their story.