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Enchanted #3
Desired & Dominated
****CAN BE READ AS A STANDALONE NOVEL****
From Amazon best-selling romance and erotica author, Eva Simone, comes the final book in the Enchanted Series
Sofia Mantovani is my best friend’s younger sister, and the girl I’ve been in love with for 8 years. She has no idea who or what I really am. I hide it, forcing myself to ignore my deepest desire to dominate her. Being around her is the sweetest form of torture, but she can never be mine. I can never drag her into my world. To her I will always be Nate, but that’s not who I really am…
I am Master Callaghan.
Nate Callaghan is my brother’s best friend, and the man who has owned me since the moment we met. I’ve never told him how I feel, or who I really am. If he knew the darkest parts of me, he would never look at me the same way again, but something about him calls to me. I crave his control. I always have. I know him for who he really is…
I was born to be his Submissive.
When a single moment of weakness brings Nate and Sofia together, their lives are forever changed. A cataclysmic joining of two souls. They are drawn to each other in ways that they cannot ignore, but when life takes an unforeseen turn, can Nate save her from the one thing that threatens to destroy them?
Can he save Sofia…from herself?
INTENDED FOR 18+
From Amazon best-selling romance and erotica author, Eva Simone, comes the final book in the Enchanted Series
Sofia Mantovani is my best friend’s younger sister, and the girl I’ve been in love with for 8 years. She has no idea who or what I really am. I hide it, forcing myself to ignore my deepest desire to dominate her. Being around her is the sweetest form of torture, but she can never be mine. I can never drag her into my world. To her I will always be Nate, but that’s not who I really am…
I am Master Callaghan.
Nate Callaghan is my brother’s best friend, and the man who has owned me since the moment we met. I’ve never told him how I feel, or who I really am. If he knew the darkest parts of me, he would never look at me the same way again, but something about him calls to me. I crave his control. I always have. I know him for who he really is…
I was born to be his Submissive.
When a single moment of weakness brings Nate and Sofia together, their lives are forever changed. A cataclysmic joining of two souls. They are drawn to each other in ways that they cannot ignore, but when life takes an unforeseen turn, can Nate save her from the one thing that threatens to destroy them?
Can he save Sofia…from herself?
INTENDED FOR 18+
310 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 18, 2015
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May 24, 2015
☆Beyond ecstatic to be lucky enough to receive an arc☆ Nate's book is finally here!!
First let me say I LOVE every book in the Enchanted Series, however Desired & Dominated is definitely my favorite and a sizzling way to end an amazing series. It’s about Nate and Sofia and it is Passionate, Emotional, Memorable, and a Brilliant story. We first got to know Nate in Intrigued and Enchanted as Brandon & Simon’s best friend, then in Enchanted & Desired we found out a little bit more about Nate and his love for Sofia, Simon’s little sister. Now in Desired & Dominated we finally get to read all about Nate & Sofia’s romance in an in-depth timeline that allows us to really feel their love for one another. Nate is a HOT Sexy Controlling Alpha Business-Man who is a DOM and Sofia is the Elegant Independent Sassy Ballerina who is a Sub. However this book is so much more than their BDSM lifestyle, it’s about True Love and the emotional struggles one deals with daily and even though we are loved whole heartedly by our soul mate, sometimes life and past misfortunes get in the way of our happily ever after. Desired and Dominated provided a realistic look of unconditional love. Yes there are some really intense and scorching Erotic scenes in Desired & Dominated, ones that will have you fanning yourself and trying to cool down before you continue with the book! I love Nate *SIGH*
Eva Simon powerful details in writing has delivered an extraordinary book filled with an unexpected heartrending storyline that is a moving love story that will capture your heart and put tears in your eyes.
It was extremely hard for me to put down this book and once I was finished reading Desired & Dominated all I wanted to do was go right back to the beginning of the book and start rereading it. (I did by the way) I LOVED IT! Nate & Sofia's story is so much more than I expected! Magnificent! A must read for anyone who wants to read a beautiful moving emotional erotic romance!
First let me say I LOVE every book in the Enchanted Series, however Desired & Dominated is definitely my favorite and a sizzling way to end an amazing series. It’s about Nate and Sofia and it is Passionate, Emotional, Memorable, and a Brilliant story. We first got to know Nate in Intrigued and Enchanted as Brandon & Simon’s best friend, then in Enchanted & Desired we found out a little bit more about Nate and his love for Sofia, Simon’s little sister. Now in Desired & Dominated we finally get to read all about Nate & Sofia’s romance in an in-depth timeline that allows us to really feel their love for one another. Nate is a HOT Sexy Controlling Alpha Business-Man who is a DOM and Sofia is the Elegant Independent Sassy Ballerina who is a Sub. However this book is so much more than their BDSM lifestyle, it’s about True Love and the emotional struggles one deals with daily and even though we are loved whole heartedly by our soul mate, sometimes life and past misfortunes get in the way of our happily ever after. Desired and Dominated provided a realistic look of unconditional love. Yes there are some really intense and scorching Erotic scenes in Desired & Dominated, ones that will have you fanning yourself and trying to cool down before you continue with the book! I love Nate *SIGH*
Eva Simon powerful details in writing has delivered an extraordinary book filled with an unexpected heartrending storyline that is a moving love story that will capture your heart and put tears in your eyes.
It was extremely hard for me to put down this book and once I was finished reading Desired & Dominated all I wanted to do was go right back to the beginning of the book and start rereading it. (I did by the way) I LOVED IT! Nate & Sofia's story is so much more than I expected! Magnificent! A must read for anyone who wants to read a beautiful moving emotional erotic romance!
September 1, 2015
Passionate, Emotional & Memorable! I Loved It!
May 29, 2015
“Definitely a Raw, Heart Wrenching Phenomenal Read “
Desired and Dominated Book #3 (Enchanted Series) Eva Simone
I loved the first two reads of the Enchanted Series and absolutely could not wait for Nate’s and Sofia’s book. Wow it was so worth the wait. I can’t even begin to put into words the magnitude of and the emotional impact this read will have on you.
Sofia Montovani is Simone’s little sister and he’s super protective of her. The only thing is Sofia is no longer a little girl. She is an accomplished Prima Ballerina, is secretly and has been secretly in love with Nate Callaghan and wanted to be his submissive, for him to own her in every way, a very troubled, broken young woman she didn’t feel good enough for him. You don’t realize just how broken until mid-way through the read.
Nate Callaghan a very successful business man promoting bands, his one dream was to have a band and make it big, but that dream was cut short very early in his life. He is also a renowned Master Dom. Nate also secretly has been in love with his best friend’s sister Sofia and would fantasize what he would do with her. But he never acted on his feelings. For one it was Simone’s sister and off-limits, and two he would not bring her into his lifestyle.
But that one fateful night in Verona when neither could hold back and the temptation was just too over whelming, that one fateful kiss started a chain reaction that would change their worlds and lives forever.
Take this phenomenal journey with Nate and Sofia as they try to come to terms with their lives, their insecurities, their love for each other, the betrayal and Nate’s obsession with being a good Master for Sofia. Doing what will be good for her while tearing his heart and world apart. I finished this read at work and it was so embarrassing when I did the UGLY CRY in my office over a book. By the time I got to the epilogue and came to the last two plus pages I was a freakin mess. Those last few pages did me in. Talk about book hangover. I sat there like I was just punched in the gut and by the end that’s all she wrote I couldn’t stop the flood gates. I want my heart back. This is truly a love story that will last through the ages. 10* if I could do it. Damn just Damn Eva what can I say this was beautiful.
Desired and Dominated Book #3 (Enchanted Series) Eva Simone
I loved the first two reads of the Enchanted Series and absolutely could not wait for Nate’s and Sofia’s book. Wow it was so worth the wait. I can’t even begin to put into words the magnitude of and the emotional impact this read will have on you.
Sofia Montovani is Simone’s little sister and he’s super protective of her. The only thing is Sofia is no longer a little girl. She is an accomplished Prima Ballerina, is secretly and has been secretly in love with Nate Callaghan and wanted to be his submissive, for him to own her in every way, a very troubled, broken young woman she didn’t feel good enough for him. You don’t realize just how broken until mid-way through the read.
Nate Callaghan a very successful business man promoting bands, his one dream was to have a band and make it big, but that dream was cut short very early in his life. He is also a renowned Master Dom. Nate also secretly has been in love with his best friend’s sister Sofia and would fantasize what he would do with her. But he never acted on his feelings. For one it was Simone’s sister and off-limits, and two he would not bring her into his lifestyle.
But that one fateful night in Verona when neither could hold back and the temptation was just too over whelming, that one fateful kiss started a chain reaction that would change their worlds and lives forever.
Take this phenomenal journey with Nate and Sofia as they try to come to terms with their lives, their insecurities, their love for each other, the betrayal and Nate’s obsession with being a good Master for Sofia. Doing what will be good for her while tearing his heart and world apart. I finished this read at work and it was so embarrassing when I did the UGLY CRY in my office over a book. By the time I got to the epilogue and came to the last two plus pages I was a freakin mess. Those last few pages did me in. Talk about book hangover. I sat there like I was just punched in the gut and by the end that’s all she wrote I couldn’t stop the flood gates. I want my heart back. This is truly a love story that will last through the ages. 10* if I could do it. Damn just Damn Eva what can I say this was beautiful.
August 10, 2016
I feel so grateful and priviledge to be able to read a book of this stature, it was simply beautiful.
This is the third book in Eva Simone's Enchanted Series, but it can also be read as a stand alone.
This is the story of Nate Callaghan and Sofia Mantovani.
Nate is a DOM, in every sense of the word and he desires one woman, Sofia, the woman he can never have. He has become a womanizer, only to take his mind away from the need for Sofia.
Sofia is a submissive, who has yearned for Nate since the day she first saw him. She is determined to have him.
Ms Simone writes a beautiful story of struggle, tragedy, passion and love.
Ms Simone's use of BDSM throughout the book is truly a pleasure to read. It is not dirty or tacky, it is an expression of control, dominance, passion and love. Eva has not made it a major part of her story, but it is an essential component.
The story of Nate and Sofia takes place over a lengthy period of time, but while you are reading it you do not notice the jump from time period to time period. It flows so elegantly.
Most of the story is from Nate's POV, however Eva has included several chapters from Sofia's POV. When she has put these chapters in they have fitted perfectly. They give the reader the opportunity to feel the emotions that Sofia is experiencing.
Eva has also shown the reader Nate's business persona, when he his dealing with his band, the Flaming Embers. Here the reader meets Campbell, the band's lead singer. He is an amazing character who brings some lightness to the story. It would be wonderful for Campbell to have a book of his own one day.
Eva's story is the final one in her series - what a way to conclude it. She has gone out with all barrels loaded.
Overall this book was a wonderful pleasure to read.
It is a story that I would recommend to anybody to read.
Congratulations Eva on such a magnificent heartfelt story.
I look forward to many more books coming from your pen.
Worth so much more than the 5 star rating that it could be given.
This is the third book in Eva Simone's Enchanted Series, but it can also be read as a stand alone.
This is the story of Nate Callaghan and Sofia Mantovani.
Nate is a DOM, in every sense of the word and he desires one woman, Sofia, the woman he can never have. He has become a womanizer, only to take his mind away from the need for Sofia.
Sofia is a submissive, who has yearned for Nate since the day she first saw him. She is determined to have him.
Ms Simone writes a beautiful story of struggle, tragedy, passion and love.
Ms Simone's use of BDSM throughout the book is truly a pleasure to read. It is not dirty or tacky, it is an expression of control, dominance, passion and love. Eva has not made it a major part of her story, but it is an essential component.
The story of Nate and Sofia takes place over a lengthy period of time, but while you are reading it you do not notice the jump from time period to time period. It flows so elegantly.
Most of the story is from Nate's POV, however Eva has included several chapters from Sofia's POV. When she has put these chapters in they have fitted perfectly. They give the reader the opportunity to feel the emotions that Sofia is experiencing.
Eva has also shown the reader Nate's business persona, when he his dealing with his band, the Flaming Embers. Here the reader meets Campbell, the band's lead singer. He is an amazing character who brings some lightness to the story. It would be wonderful for Campbell to have a book of his own one day.
Eva's story is the final one in her series - what a way to conclude it. She has gone out with all barrels loaded.
Overall this book was a wonderful pleasure to read.
It is a story that I would recommend to anybody to read.
Congratulations Eva on such a magnificent heartfelt story.
I look forward to many more books coming from your pen.
Worth so much more than the 5 star rating that it could be given.
May 26, 2015
***ARC received in exchange for an honest review - Sanne / Scandalous Book Blog***
Where on earth do I start to write about my thoughts on a novel that has still got you tangled up hours after you have finished? By taking a deep breath and just lay it all out...
Nate Callaghan and Sofia Mantovani would like to cordially invite you to take part in their rollercoaster ride love story. It is an epic tale the world just has to know about! Prepare to be blown away. All that’s left to say for me is... sit back, relax and just enjoy the ride of your lifetime. Oh, and have a box of tissues nearby!
“He thinks i’m his best friend’s perfect little sister, innocent and unmarred by the evils of the world. If only he knew...” - Sofia
If only he did knew sooner... That might have saved them both a ton of agony and time.
“It was a sweet agony that I would gladly endure day after day after day if I thought I could win her heart, her body and her soul. If I could possess her in every way possible.” - Nate
But as you can see Nate doesn’t seem to mind as long the prospect is still there, even the littlest window of opportunity...
“I know exactly who and what you are. I want what you are, I crave what you are. It’s my deepest desire.” - Sofia
So when the moments arrives and Sofia subtly lets him know that she “knows”, all bets are off and a new world is opened up to the both of them.
“The taste of her is like a hit of the finest heroine, a sip of the finest champagne.” - Nate
If only it would be so easy... Their story is one about love, life, hurt, loss and above all it is real, raw and uncut. It also spans over a length of time and is followed by some major ups and downs. They both harbor demons that will test both their limits and will cause for some massive “hearstopping” and “teary” moments
“I say goodbye to the pain, the hurt, and the guilt I’ve carried with me for so many years, ready to let it all go, to let it all ... Stop.” - ???
At this point I was just downright bawling my eyeballs out... I’m writing this review with tears in my eyes because even thinking back to that moment is - wow, just wow.
Some famous words most of us would undoubtedly want to say once y’all haven gotten to know the infamous “Nate Callaghan”.
“Yes, Master Callaghan.” - Sofia
.... And some words to lighten up the mood.... ;-)
“Promises, promises, Master Callaghan.” - Sofia
We’ve been asking Ms. Simone for Nate’s book for a very, very long time and trust me, she WILL deliver!
One point I’d like to add is that I really connected with Sofia, mainly when it came to her dancing career. How you might ask? Well, that I cannot say without giving away too much of the story, because it is one of the major twists.
Did I say much about the content? No, not really. Because y’all really need to experience this story the same way I did and that is by just going all in and to not let go until the very last word.
A personal note to Eva.... BELIEVE in yourself woman, God gave you an amazing talent and you should just embrace it to the fullest! And know all of your Goldilocks are there for you whenever you need us.
God bless you and keep writing like you are... You are only getting better and better with time.
NOTE:
- Written in dual pov (F/M)
- Contains BDSM actions, drugs, suicide, ... So if any of these are triggers for you please beware!
Some songs I thought would be a nice addition to the current playlist for the book:
- A drop in the ocean by Ron Pope (Nate’s song)
- Shake It Out by Florence + The Machine (Sofia’s song)
- Pain by Three Days Grace
- Painkiller by Three Days Grace (From Nate to Sofia)
- I won’t give up by Jason Mraz
Where on earth do I start to write about my thoughts on a novel that has still got you tangled up hours after you have finished? By taking a deep breath and just lay it all out...
Nate Callaghan and Sofia Mantovani would like to cordially invite you to take part in their rollercoaster ride love story. It is an epic tale the world just has to know about! Prepare to be blown away. All that’s left to say for me is... sit back, relax and just enjoy the ride of your lifetime. Oh, and have a box of tissues nearby!
“He thinks i’m his best friend’s perfect little sister, innocent and unmarred by the evils of the world. If only he knew...” - Sofia
If only he did knew sooner... That might have saved them both a ton of agony and time.
“It was a sweet agony that I would gladly endure day after day after day if I thought I could win her heart, her body and her soul. If I could possess her in every way possible.” - Nate
But as you can see Nate doesn’t seem to mind as long the prospect is still there, even the littlest window of opportunity...
“I know exactly who and what you are. I want what you are, I crave what you are. It’s my deepest desire.” - Sofia
So when the moments arrives and Sofia subtly lets him know that she “knows”, all bets are off and a new world is opened up to the both of them.
“The taste of her is like a hit of the finest heroine, a sip of the finest champagne.” - Nate
If only it would be so easy... Their story is one about love, life, hurt, loss and above all it is real, raw and uncut. It also spans over a length of time and is followed by some major ups and downs. They both harbor demons that will test both their limits and will cause for some massive “hearstopping” and “teary” moments
“I say goodbye to the pain, the hurt, and the guilt I’ve carried with me for so many years, ready to let it all go, to let it all ... Stop.” - ???
At this point I was just downright bawling my eyeballs out... I’m writing this review with tears in my eyes because even thinking back to that moment is - wow, just wow.
Some famous words most of us would undoubtedly want to say once y’all haven gotten to know the infamous “Nate Callaghan”.
“Yes, Master Callaghan.” - Sofia
.... And some words to lighten up the mood.... ;-)
“Promises, promises, Master Callaghan.” - Sofia
We’ve been asking Ms. Simone for Nate’s book for a very, very long time and trust me, she WILL deliver!
One point I’d like to add is that I really connected with Sofia, mainly when it came to her dancing career. How you might ask? Well, that I cannot say without giving away too much of the story, because it is one of the major twists.
Did I say much about the content? No, not really. Because y’all really need to experience this story the same way I did and that is by just going all in and to not let go until the very last word.
A personal note to Eva.... BELIEVE in yourself woman, God gave you an amazing talent and you should just embrace it to the fullest! And know all of your Goldilocks are there for you whenever you need us.
God bless you and keep writing like you are... You are only getting better and better with time.
NOTE:
- Written in dual pov (F/M)
- Contains BDSM actions, drugs, suicide, ... So if any of these are triggers for you please beware!
Some songs I thought would be a nice addition to the current playlist for the book:
- A drop in the ocean by Ron Pope (Nate’s song)
- Shake It Out by Florence + The Machine (Sofia’s song)
- Pain by Three Days Grace
- Painkiller by Three Days Grace (From Nate to Sofia)
- I won’t give up by Jason Mraz
June 17, 2015
The one rule of being a best friend is to not fall in love with your best friend’s sister. Nate has been best friends with Simon most of his life and considers Simon’s family his family but he can’t deny his undying attraction to Simon’s sister Sofia. Fighting your attraction is hard but you do it because you don’t want to take the chance of destroying the one thing you treasure in life. He also knows that he could never subject Sofia to his lifestyle. Nate Callaghan has a secret he has been hiding from his family and friends that he is kept most of his life. He is a sexy controlled businessman who gets his way but he is also known as Master Callaghan to any submissive that steps into his realm of dominant and submissive. He exerts control over his submissives and has a caring side as well. Being a dominant is his form of release and he finds enjoyment out of it. Will his secret destroy his life and friendship or bring someone in his life he has wanted for a while?
Sofia Mantovani is a prima ballerina who likes to have control over her life due to a tragic event in her past. Ballet is gives Sofia the control she needs to maintain a healthy life and gives her a purpose in life. She travels all over the world for ballet and comes home for shows where she gets to spend time with her family. Sofia has secretly pined for Nate her entire life and knows there is something different about him but she can’t figure it out. She also has a secret she keeps from her family and friend. Will her secret bring her closer to the one man she has wanted most of her life or will it push him away even further?
Will one night change everything for these two? Will it push them together and realize true feeling or will it push them apart?
Love is not something that comes easily, it is something that you must fight for and strive towards. Things never happened as plan and you might lose people you love in the process but it is definitely worth the risk. You must completely trust the one you love and be honest, Sofia and Nate do struggle with this aspect of their relationship. They each have secrets especially Sofia and she is terrified if she shares those secrets Nate might not want damaged goods.
I have never read a book that changes your perspective of the traditional dominant and submissive books I have read in the past. This book really draws you in and brings new dynamics of how a dominant treats a submissive. From what I have read in the past it made it seem like that a dominant could care less about his submissive but Nate shows that there is a different side of a dominant. I was really drawn to these characters especially Nate. He had the mind frame of always doing what is best for someone else even it hurt him in the process. Sofia was a woman still finding herself but knew what she wanted and fought for it. I admire those traits in characters because it makes them more real.
The most important thing I took away from this story, “If you love someone, set them free. If they come back, they’re yours.”
This was an amazingly write story and I predict a great future for this upcoming author. She takes her writing very seriously and does incredible research to give us an accurate account of what she is trying betray tot her readers. I can’t wait to read what else she has in store for us.
Sofia Mantovani is a prima ballerina who likes to have control over her life due to a tragic event in her past. Ballet is gives Sofia the control she needs to maintain a healthy life and gives her a purpose in life. She travels all over the world for ballet and comes home for shows where she gets to spend time with her family. Sofia has secretly pined for Nate her entire life and knows there is something different about him but she can’t figure it out. She also has a secret she keeps from her family and friend. Will her secret bring her closer to the one man she has wanted most of her life or will it push him away even further?
Will one night change everything for these two? Will it push them together and realize true feeling or will it push them apart?
Love is not something that comes easily, it is something that you must fight for and strive towards. Things never happened as plan and you might lose people you love in the process but it is definitely worth the risk. You must completely trust the one you love and be honest, Sofia and Nate do struggle with this aspect of their relationship. They each have secrets especially Sofia and she is terrified if she shares those secrets Nate might not want damaged goods.
I have never read a book that changes your perspective of the traditional dominant and submissive books I have read in the past. This book really draws you in and brings new dynamics of how a dominant treats a submissive. From what I have read in the past it made it seem like that a dominant could care less about his submissive but Nate shows that there is a different side of a dominant. I was really drawn to these characters especially Nate. He had the mind frame of always doing what is best for someone else even it hurt him in the process. Sofia was a woman still finding herself but knew what she wanted and fought for it. I admire those traits in characters because it makes them more real.
The most important thing I took away from this story, “If you love someone, set them free. If they come back, they’re yours.”
This was an amazingly write story and I predict a great future for this upcoming author. She takes her writing very seriously and does incredible research to give us an accurate account of what she is trying betray tot her readers. I can’t wait to read what else she has in store for us.
June 5, 2015
**Received an ARC in exchange for an honest review**
What a scintillating and captivating story by Eva Simone.
Nate has been in love with his best friend's younger sister since he first laid eyes on her but has accepted that nothing could ever come of it. He feels like he'll never be as happy as his best friends are with their girlfriends/wives.
Nate Callahan is "Master Callaghan" a Master Dom who specializes in training new subs and Doms, preparing them in finding their next Sub/Doms.
This is a beautiful and painful story about a couple who have hidden their feelings for each other for over 9 years. They have sacrificed their love for others in not wanting to hurt feelings and try and not hurt each other as well in this process. Their chemistry is just unbelievable and it just felt so real as I was reading this story.
Both Nate and Sofia have some dark secrets and when Sofia lets out that she knows about him being a Dom, that's when Nate knows that he has to have Sofia at whatever cost. Even if his friendship with Simon is on the line. But he has to have her. Sofia has revealed to Simon that she is a sub and has known about him being a Dom for a while now and she tells him that she wants to be his sub "forever".
But there are things that Sofia still hides and they're painful memories that she just can't seem to let go of and she doesn't want to divulge to Nate. She starts putting distance between them and their relationship starts to feel strained. Can these two lost souls find themselves and have what everyone else has "happiness"?
I loved Nate and how he went out of his way to sacrifice his love for a woman that he knew was well worth more than his life.
Sofia was such a strong willed woman who would stop at nothing to get the man that she has always loved. She worked hard in getting Nate to realize that she was just like him and that they belonged together.
This book really tore my heart into pieces. So many emotions going on and so much heartbreak throughout the book, but I couldn't ask for a better ending to this beautiful and painful love story. In this final book of the Enchanted Series is full of many, many things starting with hunger, lust, passion, and so much more things that is just so hard to describe, or more like it's never ending.
Their love was so strong and it was able to survive regardless of the long travels and the months of separation. They both had difficult careers but that didn't stop them from being together and they made it work.
I will have this book in my heart for a long time. I haven't had an emotional read like this one that broke my heart in about a year now and I'll have to add this one to my top 10 read of this year, without a doubt.
Excellent writing and what a beautiful and breathtaking story this was!
5 beautiful stars for this book.
What a scintillating and captivating story by Eva Simone.
Nate has been in love with his best friend's younger sister since he first laid eyes on her but has accepted that nothing could ever come of it. He feels like he'll never be as happy as his best friends are with their girlfriends/wives.
Nate Callahan is "Master Callaghan" a Master Dom who specializes in training new subs and Doms, preparing them in finding their next Sub/Doms.
This is a beautiful and painful story about a couple who have hidden their feelings for each other for over 9 years. They have sacrificed their love for others in not wanting to hurt feelings and try and not hurt each other as well in this process. Their chemistry is just unbelievable and it just felt so real as I was reading this story.
Both Nate and Sofia have some dark secrets and when Sofia lets out that she knows about him being a Dom, that's when Nate knows that he has to have Sofia at whatever cost. Even if his friendship with Simon is on the line. But he has to have her. Sofia has revealed to Simon that she is a sub and has known about him being a Dom for a while now and she tells him that she wants to be his sub "forever".
But there are things that Sofia still hides and they're painful memories that she just can't seem to let go of and she doesn't want to divulge to Nate. She starts putting distance between them and their relationship starts to feel strained. Can these two lost souls find themselves and have what everyone else has "happiness"?
I loved Nate and how he went out of his way to sacrifice his love for a woman that he knew was well worth more than his life.
Sofia was such a strong willed woman who would stop at nothing to get the man that she has always loved. She worked hard in getting Nate to realize that she was just like him and that they belonged together.
This book really tore my heart into pieces. So many emotions going on and so much heartbreak throughout the book, but I couldn't ask for a better ending to this beautiful and painful love story. In this final book of the Enchanted Series is full of many, many things starting with hunger, lust, passion, and so much more things that is just so hard to describe, or more like it's never ending.
Their love was so strong and it was able to survive regardless of the long travels and the months of separation. They both had difficult careers but that didn't stop them from being together and they made it work.
I will have this book in my heart for a long time. I haven't had an emotional read like this one that broke my heart in about a year now and I'll have to add this one to my top 10 read of this year, without a doubt.
Excellent writing and what a beautiful and breathtaking story this was!
5 beautiful stars for this book.
June 7, 2015
I want to start by saying thank you for the opportunity to review this amazing story and for providing an ARC for an honest review. This book is the first I have read by Eva Simone and I am greatly saddened for missing out on the other books in this series. I now know that I will pick up the other two books and read them cover to cover This book is very different from any other love story that I have read. Yes, there was an alpha, dominant man in this book named Nate, along with aspects of the BDSM lifestyle...which I by the way love reading about. Yes, there was amazing hot sex. Yes, there was a heroine by the name of Sofia. However, there was so much more as well. In this story you learn how to fight...fight your way back to what you love the most and hold them accountable for their feelings and shortcomings. Don't miss out on Nate and Sofia's story.
"I firmly believe that love is enough, but I also believe that life is full of twists and turns and curveballs, and sometimes when you love someone with every fiber of your being...you need to let them go and find what makes them happy, even if it makes you unhappy. I will always love Sofia; I will always be in love with her, and I'll always do what's best for her, even when it takes her away from me."
Throughout the book, I felt so many, many different emotions. Eva had me elated in one chapter, dropped into the depths of despair in the next, and then totally put back together...all with words, beautiful words. Eva Simone poured her heart in soul into Nate and Sofia's story, allowing the readers to feel, to love, to be crushed...do you see the realism in that?
"There's something about staring up into the sky above, and contemplating just how small and insignificant you are in the scheme of things; our lives are a blink of an eye; a single grain in the sands of time. "
Nate and Sofia have been in each others lives for many years. Both fighting and living life hoping the other doesn't see the darkness within. "My world is black and gray; she is the glorious splash of crimson that make the rest of my dull existence worthwhile." As you read their story, you find out both Sofia and Nate lost something that glued them together. This something helped make them who they are. When that is lost...how do they move on? How do they learn to live again? Do they simply give up and die? I can't tell you that. You will have to read this beautiful story and see what happens. I promise that you will learn something from their story as well, but only you can be the judge of that.
"A love like our is written in the stars, fated from the beginning of time. She is my goddess in the shadows. An enchanting beauty, too lovely for this world. The missing piece of my soul. Bound together for all eternity."
"I firmly believe that love is enough, but I also believe that life is full of twists and turns and curveballs, and sometimes when you love someone with every fiber of your being...you need to let them go and find what makes them happy, even if it makes you unhappy. I will always love Sofia; I will always be in love with her, and I'll always do what's best for her, even when it takes her away from me."
Throughout the book, I felt so many, many different emotions. Eva had me elated in one chapter, dropped into the depths of despair in the next, and then totally put back together...all with words, beautiful words. Eva Simone poured her heart in soul into Nate and Sofia's story, allowing the readers to feel, to love, to be crushed...do you see the realism in that?
"There's something about staring up into the sky above, and contemplating just how small and insignificant you are in the scheme of things; our lives are a blink of an eye; a single grain in the sands of time. "
Nate and Sofia have been in each others lives for many years. Both fighting and living life hoping the other doesn't see the darkness within. "My world is black and gray; she is the glorious splash of crimson that make the rest of my dull existence worthwhile." As you read their story, you find out both Sofia and Nate lost something that glued them together. This something helped make them who they are. When that is lost...how do they move on? How do they learn to live again? Do they simply give up and die? I can't tell you that. You will have to read this beautiful story and see what happens. I promise that you will learn something from their story as well, but only you can be the judge of that.
"A love like our is written in the stars, fated from the beginning of time. She is my goddess in the shadows. An enchanting beauty, too lovely for this world. The missing piece of my soul. Bound together for all eternity."
July 29, 2016
3.5 stars
I have enjoyed the two previous books in this series so of course I couldn’t wait to dive into Desired and Dominated.
Nate and Sofia have known each other for a long time. He is friends with her bother and the whole group of friends have that family bonding. So of course when feelings start to develop, it is suppressed for as long as it could. But that doesn’t last long, feelings creep to the top and these two have to decide whether to go for it or not. Both Nate and Sofia have secrets which is in part as to why they are reluctant to start something, especially Nate. But it seems, fighting these feelings is too much and a relationship begins. However when the secrets are revealed, will it bring them together or tear them apart?
I did like this book. Sofia and Nate are good characters. The way that Nate would do whatever it takes for Sofia was beautiful, even if it broke his own heart. She was his one and only and it could definitely be seen through his actions. I really loved that about his character. For someone who have suffered through a tragedy, Sofia was determined to not let it define her. She did the best, through her love of dance, to try to make her life great. However, there were times where it wasn’t as easy. Though not all of her choices were right, Eva was able to make the reader emphasize with Sofia and understand her reasoning behind her decisions.
Their relationship is a roller-coaster with so many highs and lows but it is worth the ride. Nate and Sofia are perfect for each other.
I also loved seeing Brandon & Lily and Simon & Jess. Seeing the familiar bond between these friends was so great. They are always there for each other and shows just how strong their bond really is.
This book spans several years to get the full story of this couple. I thought the pacing was good and the storyline intriguing. I couldn’t wait to see how everything would play out. All of the characters are what made this book so great! I quite enjoyed the journey of Nate and Sofia and the fact that it was true to them. The only thing that would have made this book better for me would have been the ending. I just felt there was more to Nate and Sofia and could have dealt with 1-2 more chapters. But overall, a good read!
I have enjoyed the two previous books in this series so of course I couldn’t wait to dive into Desired and Dominated.
Nate and Sofia have known each other for a long time. He is friends with her bother and the whole group of friends have that family bonding. So of course when feelings start to develop, it is suppressed for as long as it could. But that doesn’t last long, feelings creep to the top and these two have to decide whether to go for it or not. Both Nate and Sofia have secrets which is in part as to why they are reluctant to start something, especially Nate. But it seems, fighting these feelings is too much and a relationship begins. However when the secrets are revealed, will it bring them together or tear them apart?
I did like this book. Sofia and Nate are good characters. The way that Nate would do whatever it takes for Sofia was beautiful, even if it broke his own heart. She was his one and only and it could definitely be seen through his actions. I really loved that about his character. For someone who have suffered through a tragedy, Sofia was determined to not let it define her. She did the best, through her love of dance, to try to make her life great. However, there were times where it wasn’t as easy. Though not all of her choices were right, Eva was able to make the reader emphasize with Sofia and understand her reasoning behind her decisions.
Their relationship is a roller-coaster with so many highs and lows but it is worth the ride. Nate and Sofia are perfect for each other.
I also loved seeing Brandon & Lily and Simon & Jess. Seeing the familiar bond between these friends was so great. They are always there for each other and shows just how strong their bond really is.
This book spans several years to get the full story of this couple. I thought the pacing was good and the storyline intriguing. I couldn’t wait to see how everything would play out. All of the characters are what made this book so great! I quite enjoyed the journey of Nate and Sofia and the fact that it was true to them. The only thing that would have made this book better for me would have been the ending. I just felt there was more to Nate and Sofia and could have dealt with 1-2 more chapters. But overall, a good read!
June 1, 2015
Where to begin??! This is Eva Simone's third book in the Enchanted Series and can only be described as the piece de résistance! Each book was better than the last and this last one was simply OUTSTANDING! This was the first book I have read in this category (BDSM) so I have nothing to compare it to - though what I will say is I have attempted on numerous occasions to read the highly acclaimed FSOG and just couldn't - it failed to pull me into the story or capture any real interest. However, Desired and Dominated had me hooked from the off! In fact, I have read it cover to cover twice already!
The story of Nate and Sofia is one of the best love story's I have read - even although I probably single-handedly kept Kleenex in business!! Both have hid their feelings from each other for so long because of Simon Mantovani - not only a hot blooded Italian, but Sofia's older and over-protective brother, and Nate's best friend! When finally they both succumb to their feelings; they encounter hurdle after hurdle! Love sometimes just isn't enough when your demons take over...and I felt that I was living through it with them! No matter your previous BBF; Nate Callaghan will have you kicking him to the kerb! What's not to love about the man who's willing to sacrifice everything for the woman he loves? This is one of the rawest, most heart-wrenching and emotional stories I have read - or will most likely ever read - and one that I certainly will not be forgetting! This is the epitome of rollercoaster of emotions! Whether you make this your first Eva Simone novel, or third, it's definitely one that you MUST READ! Thank you Eva for gifting us with your amazing talent!
The story of Nate and Sofia is one of the best love story's I have read - even although I probably single-handedly kept Kleenex in business!! Both have hid their feelings from each other for so long because of Simon Mantovani - not only a hot blooded Italian, but Sofia's older and over-protective brother, and Nate's best friend! When finally they both succumb to their feelings; they encounter hurdle after hurdle! Love sometimes just isn't enough when your demons take over...and I felt that I was living through it with them! No matter your previous BBF; Nate Callaghan will have you kicking him to the kerb! What's not to love about the man who's willing to sacrifice everything for the woman he loves? This is one of the rawest, most heart-wrenching and emotional stories I have read - or will most likely ever read - and one that I certainly will not be forgetting! This is the epitome of rollercoaster of emotions! Whether you make this your first Eva Simone novel, or third, it's definitely one that you MUST READ! Thank you Eva for gifting us with your amazing talent!
June 7, 2015
Desired & Dominated
Book 3 of The Enchanted Series
by Eva Simone
A Broken Submissive Ballerina meets a Hot and Dominant Man. SPARKS FLY IN THIS HOT READ!
This writer was provided with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I can honestly say that Eva Simone is an extremely talented writer, and that the third installment of The Enchanted Series definitely does not disappoint.
Nate is a man with secret. A secret that he keeps hidden from even his two best friends, out of fear that they will reject him. He is a Dominant. Not just any Dominant, but a Master whose job it is to train submissives. It is because of this secret, that he feels that he can never have a relationship with his best friend’s sister Sofia.
Sofia Montavoni is a prima ballerina. A gifted woman harboring deep emotional scars that she is able to cope with through her dance. Despite her repeatedly trying to initiate a relationship with her brother’s friend Nate, he rejects her every effort. Will he continue to reject her once he learns they have more in common than he ever knew?
What I really liked about his story was the maturity and realism with which the BDSM elements were handled. The emotional implications, the care that the dominant gives the submissive makes the book much more of a love story if the care was not taken in the elements. This is a genuine love story, that had this writer in tears until the very end. A definite MUST READ!
Book 3 of The Enchanted Series
by Eva Simone
A Broken Submissive Ballerina meets a Hot and Dominant Man. SPARKS FLY IN THIS HOT READ!
This writer was provided with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I can honestly say that Eva Simone is an extremely talented writer, and that the third installment of The Enchanted Series definitely does not disappoint.
Nate is a man with secret. A secret that he keeps hidden from even his two best friends, out of fear that they will reject him. He is a Dominant. Not just any Dominant, but a Master whose job it is to train submissives. It is because of this secret, that he feels that he can never have a relationship with his best friend’s sister Sofia.
Sofia Montavoni is a prima ballerina. A gifted woman harboring deep emotional scars that she is able to cope with through her dance. Despite her repeatedly trying to initiate a relationship with her brother’s friend Nate, he rejects her every effort. Will he continue to reject her once he learns they have more in common than he ever knew?
What I really liked about his story was the maturity and realism with which the BDSM elements were handled. The emotional implications, the care that the dominant gives the submissive makes the book much more of a love story if the care was not taken in the elements. This is a genuine love story, that had this writer in tears until the very end. A definite MUST READ!
May 27, 2015
Can we say...Holy Hotness Batman!!!!
Are you freaking serious? We have a Master Dom that has stolen are hearts and our souls. No other has ever come close!!!!!!
We FINALLY get Nate's story and what a story it is. I was so beyond hooked with this book that I had trouble putting it down to do my daily activities.
Brandon and Simon were hot and set the bar high. But, Nate trumps them. I was captivated by everything about this story. Eva has seriously and without any doubt delivered an amazing book. Hot, raw, intense, beautiful, lustful and loving that's who our Master Dom is.
Sofia, oh my god, can a stronger and more inspiring female be written? These two are one hot couple, you feel the sexual chemistry jumping from the pages! Sofia was made for Nate but they need to find peace within themselves before they can be what they really want.
Bravo Eva, your hard work, passion and dedication show and I am honored to have read this book and series.
this book is one every romance reader must own.
Are you freaking serious? We have a Master Dom that has stolen are hearts and our souls. No other has ever come close!!!!!!
We FINALLY get Nate's story and what a story it is. I was so beyond hooked with this book that I had trouble putting it down to do my daily activities.
Brandon and Simon were hot and set the bar high. But, Nate trumps them. I was captivated by everything about this story. Eva has seriously and without any doubt delivered an amazing book. Hot, raw, intense, beautiful, lustful and loving that's who our Master Dom is.
Sofia, oh my god, can a stronger and more inspiring female be written? These two are one hot couple, you feel the sexual chemistry jumping from the pages! Sofia was made for Nate but they need to find peace within themselves before they can be what they really want.
Bravo Eva, your hard work, passion and dedication show and I am honored to have read this book and series.
this book is one every romance reader must own.
May 28, 2015
5 Crazy Ass Must Read Stars!!!!!
I so was not expecting how this book played out. I said that before in my review of E&D. Eva Simone really knows how to throw me for a loop there. Just when I think the story is going one way, BAM, I get derailed. I read it in practically one sitting. If the nasty little bugger called sleep hadn't swept in and knocked me out for a few hours, I would have a nasty book hangover right now. Oh, who am I kidding?!?! I have one regardless. I spent the last chapter and Epilogue crying my eyes out. I just couldn't believe that happened. I was devastated! I just kept thinking, "How could you do this?" "You can't let them end like this?" I felt the angst of Sofia and Nate's story throughout but the end totally had my heart breaking for them. I'm still bawling as I write this. I won't say anymore because I've already given too much away. I will say that this series is a Crazy Ass Must Read!
I so was not expecting how this book played out. I said that before in my review of E&D. Eva Simone really knows how to throw me for a loop there. Just when I think the story is going one way, BAM, I get derailed. I read it in practically one sitting. If the nasty little bugger called sleep hadn't swept in and knocked me out for a few hours, I would have a nasty book hangover right now. Oh, who am I kidding?!?! I have one regardless. I spent the last chapter and Epilogue crying my eyes out. I just couldn't believe that happened. I was devastated! I just kept thinking, "How could you do this?" "You can't let them end like this?" I felt the angst of Sofia and Nate's story throughout but the end totally had my heart breaking for them. I'm still bawling as I write this. I won't say anymore because I've already given too much away. I will say that this series is a Crazy Ass Must Read!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 14, 2015
I disliked the first half of this book. The whole we're together, then we're not, rinse and repeat thing tends to annoy me. I am never a fan of the whole I love you, but I'm not good for you so will be selfless and make us both miserable, it just makes me want to bang my head against a wall. Also, SO much angst. By the last third of the book though I was all in and could not put it down. It was heartbreaking and I totally got frustrated with Nate again at the end - for a Dom he certainly had a masochistic streak when it came to his love life, but the ending was kind of perfect. This was my first time reading this author (I read the book through my KU subscription) and I will be checking out the earlier books in this series.
June 23, 2015
I loved all ur books always been glued from the start I find them hard to put down , I loved desired & dominated fallen in love with master Callaghan and Sofia looking forward to add the paper book to your other two books if ur thinking of reading this book then go one click u won't be disappointed in it it's a great book
June 7, 2015
I want to start by saying thank you for the opportunity to review this amazing story and for providing an ARC for an honest review. This book is the first I have read by Eva Simone and I am greatly saddened for missing out on the other books in this series. I now know that I will pick up the other two books and read them cover to cover This book is very different from any other love story that I have read. Yes, there was an alpha, dominant man in this book named Nate, along with aspects of the BDSM lifestyle...which I by the way love reading about. Yes, there was amazing hot sex. Yes, there was a heroine by the name of Sofia. However, there was so much more as well. In this story you learn how to fight...fight your way back to what you love the most and hold them accountable for their feelings and shortcomings. Don't miss out on Nate and Sofia's story.
I firmly believe that love is enough, but I also believe that life is full of twists and turns and curveballs, and sometimes when you love someone with every fiber of your being...you need to let them go and find what makes them happy, even if it makes you unhappy. I will always love Sofia; I will always be in love with her, and I'll always do what's best for her, even when it takes her away from me.
Throughout the book, I felt so many, many different emotions. Eva had me elated in one chapter, dropped into the depths of despair in the next, and then totally put back together...all with words, beautiful words. Eva Simone poured her heart in soul into Nate and Sofia's story, allowing the readers to feel, to love, to be crushed...do you see the realism in that?
There's something about staring up into the sky above, and contemplating just how small and insignificant you are in the scheme of things; our lives are a blink of an eye; a single grain in the sands of time.
Nate and Sofia have been in each others lives for many years. Both fighting and living life hoping the other doesn't see the darkness within. My world is black and gray; she is the glorious splash of crimson that make the rest of my dull existence worthwhile. As you read their story, you find out both Sofia and Nate lost something that glued them together. This something helped make them who they are. When that is lost...how do they move on? How do they learn to live again? Do they simply give up and die? I can't tell you that. You will have to read this beautiful story and see what happens. I promise that you will learn something from their story as well, but only you can be the judge of that.
A love like our is written in the stars, fated from the beginning of time. She is my goddess in the shadows. An enchanting beauty, too lovely for this world. The missing piece of my soul. Bound together for all eternity.
*****
5 Amazing Stars
~Lynn
I firmly believe that love is enough, but I also believe that life is full of twists and turns and curveballs, and sometimes when you love someone with every fiber of your being...you need to let them go and find what makes them happy, even if it makes you unhappy. I will always love Sofia; I will always be in love with her, and I'll always do what's best for her, even when it takes her away from me.
Throughout the book, I felt so many, many different emotions. Eva had me elated in one chapter, dropped into the depths of despair in the next, and then totally put back together...all with words, beautiful words. Eva Simone poured her heart in soul into Nate and Sofia's story, allowing the readers to feel, to love, to be crushed...do you see the realism in that?
There's something about staring up into the sky above, and contemplating just how small and insignificant you are in the scheme of things; our lives are a blink of an eye; a single grain in the sands of time.
Nate and Sofia have been in each others lives for many years. Both fighting and living life hoping the other doesn't see the darkness within. My world is black and gray; she is the glorious splash of crimson that make the rest of my dull existence worthwhile. As you read their story, you find out both Sofia and Nate lost something that glued them together. This something helped make them who they are. When that is lost...how do they move on? How do they learn to live again? Do they simply give up and die? I can't tell you that. You will have to read this beautiful story and see what happens. I promise that you will learn something from their story as well, but only you can be the judge of that.
A love like our is written in the stars, fated from the beginning of time. She is my goddess in the shadows. An enchanting beauty, too lovely for this world. The missing piece of my soul. Bound together for all eternity.
*****
5 Amazing Stars
~Lynn
June 8, 2015
This is the third and final book in the Enchanted Series!! Even before I knew about ARC’s and Bloggers, when I read the first two books I reviewed them because I thought the writing and stories were phenomenal. This time around I am a blogger and was thrilled to be given an ARC and I very much want to give it the review it is deserving of.
Nate Callaghan also known as Master Callaghan has been in love with Sofia Mantovani, a prima ballerina for eight long agonizing years. Her brother Simon and Nate have been best friends forever; they considered themselves to be brothers. No one knows of Nate’s private life as a dominant, but what is even crazier is that no one, including Nate knows that Sofia is a trained submissive who I might add is also in love with Nate.
The story seamlessly spans through a period of years where their relationship goes through highs and lows. It is a difficult relationship because of Sofia’s brother Simon who is way over protective of his sister. Nate does not want to disrespect Simon nor Sofia’s family and doesn’t feel that he is good enough for her, but on the flip side Sofia also doesn’t feel deserving of him. Sofia, is constantly fighting her own demons, which she doesn’t initially share with Nate, but as her Dom, he cannot care for her properly if she doesn’t fully trust him with whatever awful thing happened to her.
We see Nate not knowing exactly what to do and trying to balance his role as Sofia’s Dom and his role as someone who is in love with her. At times, they were not one and the same in his mind and he was confused as to what the right thing to do was. It was not an easy road for either one of them. There is heartache, sadness, regrets, but in the end it is up to Master Callaghan to make the right decision for both of them.
I highly recommend this mesmerizing erotic love story that will make you laugh, cry and totally fall in love with Nate and Sofia. What was particularly interesting is that Nate shows a vulnerability that is often not portrayed by a Dom, which makes this story so much more realistic.
I cannot begin to describe the OMG delicious, explicit, sex scenes. When Nate and Sofia are together they have the perfect D/s relationship. The sex is steaming hot, erotic and carnal and nothing else matters except satisfying the craving and desire they have for one another.
This erotic beautiful love story was flawlessly written by Eva Simone and the characters pull you in and touch your heart and you do not want to let them go. Thank you Eva for giving us a true picture of what a D/s relationship looks like in your amazing book.
Rosie’s Book Heaven was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Nate Callaghan also known as Master Callaghan has been in love with Sofia Mantovani, a prima ballerina for eight long agonizing years. Her brother Simon and Nate have been best friends forever; they considered themselves to be brothers. No one knows of Nate’s private life as a dominant, but what is even crazier is that no one, including Nate knows that Sofia is a trained submissive who I might add is also in love with Nate.
The story seamlessly spans through a period of years where their relationship goes through highs and lows. It is a difficult relationship because of Sofia’s brother Simon who is way over protective of his sister. Nate does not want to disrespect Simon nor Sofia’s family and doesn’t feel that he is good enough for her, but on the flip side Sofia also doesn’t feel deserving of him. Sofia, is constantly fighting her own demons, which she doesn’t initially share with Nate, but as her Dom, he cannot care for her properly if she doesn’t fully trust him with whatever awful thing happened to her.
We see Nate not knowing exactly what to do and trying to balance his role as Sofia’s Dom and his role as someone who is in love with her. At times, they were not one and the same in his mind and he was confused as to what the right thing to do was. It was not an easy road for either one of them. There is heartache, sadness, regrets, but in the end it is up to Master Callaghan to make the right decision for both of them.
I highly recommend this mesmerizing erotic love story that will make you laugh, cry and totally fall in love with Nate and Sofia. What was particularly interesting is that Nate shows a vulnerability that is often not portrayed by a Dom, which makes this story so much more realistic.
I cannot begin to describe the OMG delicious, explicit, sex scenes. When Nate and Sofia are together they have the perfect D/s relationship. The sex is steaming hot, erotic and carnal and nothing else matters except satisfying the craving and desire they have for one another.
This erotic beautiful love story was flawlessly written by Eva Simone and the characters pull you in and touch your heart and you do not want to let them go. Thank you Eva for giving us a true picture of what a D/s relationship looks like in your amazing book.
Rosie’s Book Heaven was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 27, 2015
Gifted an advanced copy for an honest review.
If I could give this book six stars I would. Maybe more. In a heartbeat. Without hesitation. From the very beginning, this novel bound me up, locked me down, and hid the key. No matter how hard I tried to shake my way free, I couldn't. I don't even know how to begin...
Time: Eva killed me with her unapologetic and relentless manipulation of time. The story of Nate and Sofia jumps weeks, months, years. There were moments when I wasn't prepared for the leap and the landing left me breathless. But then there were occasions where I longed to be thrown into a different season of their love. It was unpredictable and so incredibly intentional. No matter how frustrated I got, I couldn't help but appreciate the necessity of each shift.
POV: Most of the story was told from Nate's perspective. Fabulous choice. I got just the right amount of Sofia. I honestly don't think this book would have been as surprisingly enchanting as I thought it was had I not been able to experience the majority of it from Nate's heart. Oh my gosh...don't even get me started on his incredible heart.
Plot: This was my first experience reading BDSM. I have nothing to compare it to. However, as a story...it's without question the best thing I've read this year. It's beautiful. It was so carefully structured. I can't even find the words to adequately explain how perfectly each piece of this puzzle fit together. Nate and Sofia and their demons--they broke my heart and stitched it back up over and over again. Their relationship was unlike any I've ever read about and its uniqueness was handled so well. "Chemistry" is a pathetic excuse of a word in comparison to what they have. When I was finished reading, all I wanted to do was cry.
I'd recommend this book to anyone who's looking for a fabulous, dense, heart-wrenching, romantic read.
This is my first Eva Simone novel. I'm aware that this is part of a series of stand alones, and I did meet some of the characters that came from the first two novels. I want to promise I'll go back and read them, but I'm still far too enraptured by Nate and Sofia to go back in time before their story began. Maybe one day...until then, they have my heart.
((Oh! And what I REALLY want is more Campbell...just saying!))
If I could give this book six stars I would. Maybe more. In a heartbeat. Without hesitation. From the very beginning, this novel bound me up, locked me down, and hid the key. No matter how hard I tried to shake my way free, I couldn't. I don't even know how to begin...
Time: Eva killed me with her unapologetic and relentless manipulation of time. The story of Nate and Sofia jumps weeks, months, years. There were moments when I wasn't prepared for the leap and the landing left me breathless. But then there were occasions where I longed to be thrown into a different season of their love. It was unpredictable and so incredibly intentional. No matter how frustrated I got, I couldn't help but appreciate the necessity of each shift.
POV: Most of the story was told from Nate's perspective. Fabulous choice. I got just the right amount of Sofia. I honestly don't think this book would have been as surprisingly enchanting as I thought it was had I not been able to experience the majority of it from Nate's heart. Oh my gosh...don't even get me started on his incredible heart.
Plot: This was my first experience reading BDSM. I have nothing to compare it to. However, as a story...it's without question the best thing I've read this year. It's beautiful. It was so carefully structured. I can't even find the words to adequately explain how perfectly each piece of this puzzle fit together. Nate and Sofia and their demons--they broke my heart and stitched it back up over and over again. Their relationship was unlike any I've ever read about and its uniqueness was handled so well. "Chemistry" is a pathetic excuse of a word in comparison to what they have. When I was finished reading, all I wanted to do was cry.
I'd recommend this book to anyone who's looking for a fabulous, dense, heart-wrenching, romantic read.
This is my first Eva Simone novel. I'm aware that this is part of a series of stand alones, and I did meet some of the characters that came from the first two novels. I want to promise I'll go back and read them, but I'm still far too enraptured by Nate and Sofia to go back in time before their story began. Maybe one day...until then, they have my heart.
((Oh! And what I REALLY want is more Campbell...just saying!))
June 9, 2015
I have loved this series and was intrigued by Nate & Sofia’s individual stories as we caught snippets of them in the first two books and so I was excited to finally get their story together and WOW what a story, what a way to end a series. Eva has surpassed herself with the strength and beauty of this addition to the Enchanted Series by far. And Eva once again brings us a story full of angst and tribulations that have you wanting to throw your kindle; she really does this aspect of a story so well and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Nate and Sofia are both broken characters as a result of incidents in their childhoods that have ultimately paved their way in life for them, both seek control and release in a similar area Nate as a Dom and Sofia as a sub. However, these aspects of their personalities are kept secret from everyone around them and despite having immense feelings for each other they have never acted on them until now. On Nate’s part due to Sofia being his best friend Simon’s little sister and knowing that the dynamic of any relationship would have to be as a Dom & sub and that would not be accepted by their group.
Nate and Sofia keep testing each other with a tease and a flirt until Sofia finds her controlled life as a ballerina coming apart and Nate is there to help prop her up but is it enough? When Sofia hits rock bottom Nate seems to be the rock she needs to recover and move on but Nate can see that she needs the structure that dance and ballet bring her as much as the control of her Dom.
This is by far one of the best BDSM themed books I have ever read but don’t be put off if that isn’t your thing because this is not the typical controlling master swinging his whip kind of story. Eva has delivered a true representation of a true Master and his sub in a beautiful, eloquent story that is sometimes hot and often heartbreaking as Nate and Simone work through their differences and expectations of each other until they come to the point where a Master proves he will do anything for his sub and her wellbeing even if it breaks him apart to do so. The ending and the prologue totally tore me apart.
I am so sad to see this series end and am sat thinking of other characters we could possibly get the story on so it doesn’t have to end, the members of Nate’s band Flaming Embers maybe?
Nate and Sofia are both broken characters as a result of incidents in their childhoods that have ultimately paved their way in life for them, both seek control and release in a similar area Nate as a Dom and Sofia as a sub. However, these aspects of their personalities are kept secret from everyone around them and despite having immense feelings for each other they have never acted on them until now. On Nate’s part due to Sofia being his best friend Simon’s little sister and knowing that the dynamic of any relationship would have to be as a Dom & sub and that would not be accepted by their group.
Nate and Sofia keep testing each other with a tease and a flirt until Sofia finds her controlled life as a ballerina coming apart and Nate is there to help prop her up but is it enough? When Sofia hits rock bottom Nate seems to be the rock she needs to recover and move on but Nate can see that she needs the structure that dance and ballet bring her as much as the control of her Dom.
This is by far one of the best BDSM themed books I have ever read but don’t be put off if that isn’t your thing because this is not the typical controlling master swinging his whip kind of story. Eva has delivered a true representation of a true Master and his sub in a beautiful, eloquent story that is sometimes hot and often heartbreaking as Nate and Simone work through their differences and expectations of each other until they come to the point where a Master proves he will do anything for his sub and her wellbeing even if it breaks him apart to do so. The ending and the prologue totally tore me apart.
I am so sad to see this series end and am sat thinking of other characters we could possibly get the story on so it doesn’t have to end, the members of Nate’s band Flaming Embers maybe?
June 4, 2015
Reviewing on behalf of Relentless book chics ramblings and reviews
The final book in the Enchanted series tells Nate and Sophia’s story and what a surprising story it is.
Sofia is the younger sister of Simon who was in the second book of the series. Ballet is her life, she lives it, breathes it, it’s who she is.
Nate is Simon’s best friend and has been in love with Sofia for 8 years. He has kept his love a secret because he doesn’t feel worthy of Sophia and doesn’t think his alternate lifestyle is something she’d ever be a part of. He is a Master Dom and is well respected in the BDSM community but to his family and friends, he just works in the music industry. His friends think he is a man whore as he’s never had a steady relationship but the truth is, his love for Sophia has prevented him from getting too attached to other women.
Sophia is also in love with Nate and has been for years so when they both admit their feelings for each other, they should both be happy but, that isn’t the case. When you’re frequently separated by thousands of miles and your best friend is the brother of the woman you love it becomes very complicated and it puts a strain on more than one relationship so Nate and Sophia both make sacrifices which benefit their family, but hurt each other.
Nate and Sophia’s relationship is just like any other, nothing is easy, real life gets in the way and family and friends aren’t always happy that the couple are a couple but if the love they share is strong enough, they can survive anything life throws at them.
I don’t want to say too much as it would spoil the story but Nate and Sophia’s story is an emotional rollercoaster filled with angst, drama, passion and a deep love. It shows how a Dom and Sub relationship works on every level and how the Dom always puts the Subs needs before his own, even if it breaks his heart.
This is not a typical BDSM story and its main focus is the deep, emotional connection between a Dom and a sub rather than the physical and how strong and powerful that can be. There are also some hot scenes between the couple and Master Callaghan is also an expert in Shibari.
The final book in the Enchanted series tells Nate and Sophia’s story and what a surprising story it is.
Sofia is the younger sister of Simon who was in the second book of the series. Ballet is her life, she lives it, breathes it, it’s who she is.
Nate is Simon’s best friend and has been in love with Sofia for 8 years. He has kept his love a secret because he doesn’t feel worthy of Sophia and doesn’t think his alternate lifestyle is something she’d ever be a part of. He is a Master Dom and is well respected in the BDSM community but to his family and friends, he just works in the music industry. His friends think he is a man whore as he’s never had a steady relationship but the truth is, his love for Sophia has prevented him from getting too attached to other women.
Sophia is also in love with Nate and has been for years so when they both admit their feelings for each other, they should both be happy but, that isn’t the case. When you’re frequently separated by thousands of miles and your best friend is the brother of the woman you love it becomes very complicated and it puts a strain on more than one relationship so Nate and Sophia both make sacrifices which benefit their family, but hurt each other.
Nate and Sophia’s relationship is just like any other, nothing is easy, real life gets in the way and family and friends aren’t always happy that the couple are a couple but if the love they share is strong enough, they can survive anything life throws at them.
I don’t want to say too much as it would spoil the story but Nate and Sophia’s story is an emotional rollercoaster filled with angst, drama, passion and a deep love. It shows how a Dom and Sub relationship works on every level and how the Dom always puts the Subs needs before his own, even if it breaks his heart.
This is not a typical BDSM story and its main focus is the deep, emotional connection between a Dom and a sub rather than the physical and how strong and powerful that can be. There are also some hot scenes between the couple and Master Callaghan is also an expert in Shibari.
May 26, 2015
5 STAR REVIEW
When you find your true love, you will do anything and everything to keep them happy no matter the prize you have to pay.
Sofia Mantovani was the best ballerina dancer you had ever seen. Her love and dedication for her passion made her the best and helped her pushed her demons away. Only her parents and big brother knows the demons she fights to keep them in the dark but what will the price be to keep them there?
Nate Callaghan was Simon's best friend. The Mantovani family was his family too, falling in love with Sofia Simon's little sister was his secret. He kept those feelings locked up in his heart he couldn't bring it to surface for two reasons; Simon will not be happy and two, he could never take Sofia to his hidden world.
Sofia and Nate have been in each others lives yet neither of them really knew their secret world. Nate knew there was something about Sofia that screamed at him but he always pushed Master Callaghan back to his hiding place.
Will Sofia and Nate be able to unleash their love and passion they have for each other or will their secret lifestyle keep them apart forever?
If you have read any books with Dom/sub relationship you might think this is just like every other story out there but let me tell you is not. Nate Callaghan is a strong man with a heart of gold how this make him different from the other stories is Nate is not afraid to question his decisions, he has fears and he's not afraid to make ultimate sacrifice in order to maintain the best interest of his sub/girlfriend.
The love this two share is so palpable you will be engrossed in this plot you will be feeling every single emotion Nate and Sofia take you. You know you are reading a good book when you can't stop thinking about this one even after you had started another.
Be prepared to be taken to a journey you will not be able to escape without falling in love with Nate Callaghan.....Master Callaghan.
Christian Grey move over there is a new Dom in town and his name is Nate Callaghan..... Master Callaghan
When you find your true love, you will do anything and everything to keep them happy no matter the prize you have to pay.
Sofia Mantovani was the best ballerina dancer you had ever seen. Her love and dedication for her passion made her the best and helped her pushed her demons away. Only her parents and big brother knows the demons she fights to keep them in the dark but what will the price be to keep them there?
Nate Callaghan was Simon's best friend. The Mantovani family was his family too, falling in love with Sofia Simon's little sister was his secret. He kept those feelings locked up in his heart he couldn't bring it to surface for two reasons; Simon will not be happy and two, he could never take Sofia to his hidden world.
Sofia and Nate have been in each others lives yet neither of them really knew their secret world. Nate knew there was something about Sofia that screamed at him but he always pushed Master Callaghan back to his hiding place.
Will Sofia and Nate be able to unleash their love and passion they have for each other or will their secret lifestyle keep them apart forever?
If you have read any books with Dom/sub relationship you might think this is just like every other story out there but let me tell you is not. Nate Callaghan is a strong man with a heart of gold how this make him different from the other stories is Nate is not afraid to question his decisions, he has fears and he's not afraid to make ultimate sacrifice in order to maintain the best interest of his sub/girlfriend.
The love this two share is so palpable you will be engrossed in this plot you will be feeling every single emotion Nate and Sofia take you. You know you are reading a good book when you can't stop thinking about this one even after you had started another.
Be prepared to be taken to a journey you will not be able to escape without falling in love with Nate Callaghan.....Master Callaghan.
Christian Grey move over there is a new Dom in town and his name is Nate Callaghan..... Master Callaghan
May 26, 2015
I have no words to describe Desired and Dominated...it's a masterpiece!!! Eva Simone did it again! When I read the first book of the series, Intrigued and Enchanted, I thought that it was impossible that the next book will be better, but then I read Enchanted and Desired and I thought Holly Hell! this is even better Eva is going to have serious problems to write a book better than this...but she did it!!! Desired and Dominated is absolutely amazing!!! Is a love story like no other the story of Nate and Sofia.
Nate Callaghan is a man who has a double life the business man who works and go out with his friends and the Dom that live involved in the lifestyle and absolutely will captivate you. He's best friends with Brandon and Simon (the main characters of the first two books in the series). Sofia Mantovani is a ballerina who lives for the dance. She’s Simon's little sister and she is completely in love with Nate. Their story is not as simple as boy meet girl and live happy forever after...is a story about love but the kind of love that you have to fight hard to get. Desired and Dominated takes a look inside the BDSM world and gives you the chance to take a look at it too and learn about it. I love BDSM stories and I had read so many books about it and I can assure you that this is the best I've ever read. The way is treating the BDSM life and the way is explained how a Dom must be is amazing...I want to become Marster Callaghan submissive!!! I BELONG TO MASTER CALLAGHAN!!!❤
I absolutely recommend this book to everyone who wants to feel the read...to let their feelings come to live...everyone who loves to laugh while reading but don't mind to cry too, cause your gonna do it...And of course, for those who love erotica and the hot scenes... Eva Simone is capable to take you into the story like no others can do.
I F**LOVE THIS BOOK!!! EVA YOU'RE THE BEST!!!
Nate Callaghan is a man who has a double life the business man who works and go out with his friends and the Dom that live involved in the lifestyle and absolutely will captivate you. He's best friends with Brandon and Simon (the main characters of the first two books in the series). Sofia Mantovani is a ballerina who lives for the dance. She’s Simon's little sister and she is completely in love with Nate. Their story is not as simple as boy meet girl and live happy forever after...is a story about love but the kind of love that you have to fight hard to get. Desired and Dominated takes a look inside the BDSM world and gives you the chance to take a look at it too and learn about it. I love BDSM stories and I had read so many books about it and I can assure you that this is the best I've ever read. The way is treating the BDSM life and the way is explained how a Dom must be is amazing...I want to become Marster Callaghan submissive!!! I BELONG TO MASTER CALLAGHAN!!!❤
I absolutely recommend this book to everyone who wants to feel the read...to let their feelings come to live...everyone who loves to laugh while reading but don't mind to cry too, cause your gonna do it...And of course, for those who love erotica and the hot scenes... Eva Simone is capable to take you into the story like no others can do.
I F**LOVE THIS BOOK!!! EVA YOU'RE THE BEST!!!
May 28, 2015
I have truly enjoyed this series and this book was the perfect ending to the series.
You meet both Nate and Sofia in Brandon's book and can't help but love them. Sofia carries herself in a well mannered and reserved way but the desire is always just below the surface. Nate is a true gentleman with the air of dominance which you learn to love.
Both of them fight their sexual chemistry for years until they can't any longer. They take that step but their lives pull them apart, they try and make it work and it gets good. The steamy sex scenes are flustering, getting you hot under the collar. The true Dom/sub comes out to play and you feel the sexiness between them. The true love connection is evident between them.
But life gets in the way and events cause Sofia world to spiral out of control. She has no control over her deep dark issues arising and she shuts out her loved ones. With being thousands of miles away, Nate has no idea that the love of his life finds it hard to get through the day. He struggles with the distance but deals with it for her to live out her dream. One phone call turns his life upside down. New issues form in Nate as he wraps his head around the current events.
From here their lives go from bad to worse. You will be taken on a truly painful and emotional journey. You feel everything that both Nate and Sofia feel. This book is gut wrenching, mind blowing and truly painful. The struggles that they go through, the lies and the betrayal between a Dom and his sub but love does conquer all. The feel of passionate love that Nate has for Sofia shines through this book. The love and support they use to get each other through each day is beautiful.
5 Stars
Reviewed by Amy Davies of Eye Candy Bookstore
You meet both Nate and Sofia in Brandon's book and can't help but love them. Sofia carries herself in a well mannered and reserved way but the desire is always just below the surface. Nate is a true gentleman with the air of dominance which you learn to love.
Both of them fight their sexual chemistry for years until they can't any longer. They take that step but their lives pull them apart, they try and make it work and it gets good. The steamy sex scenes are flustering, getting you hot under the collar. The true Dom/sub comes out to play and you feel the sexiness between them. The true love connection is evident between them.
But life gets in the way and events cause Sofia world to spiral out of control. She has no control over her deep dark issues arising and she shuts out her loved ones. With being thousands of miles away, Nate has no idea that the love of his life finds it hard to get through the day. He struggles with the distance but deals with it for her to live out her dream. One phone call turns his life upside down. New issues form in Nate as he wraps his head around the current events.
From here their lives go from bad to worse. You will be taken on a truly painful and emotional journey. You feel everything that both Nate and Sofia feel. This book is gut wrenching, mind blowing and truly painful. The struggles that they go through, the lies and the betrayal between a Dom and his sub but love does conquer all. The feel of passionate love that Nate has for Sofia shines through this book. The love and support they use to get each other through each day is beautiful.
5 Stars
Reviewed by Amy Davies of Eye Candy Bookstore
June 5, 2015
We meet up with Sofia and Nathaniel. They’ve loved one another since they’d met, but neither knew of the others feelings. But each has a dark secret that they are hiding from the world and especially from each other.
I’ll be honest, I have had an issue with the dialogue in this book. I’m not saying it isn’t romantic, it truly is. But it’s all the time, and it doesn’t ring remotely real for me. I’m sure that it is me and not the writing. I’m more of the snarky type of communication, not the intense love language.
Sofia has a really dark secret. One that almost destroys her and her relationship with Nate. My heart broke for her and I wanted to throttle her all at the same time. But I understood her reticence to do so. Nate’s secret isn’t so dark, but it could definitely change how she sees him. So I can understand his reticence. And this story spans years and I’m not even counting the time that they’ve loved one another from before. This is after they knew. But they needed to do what needed to be done. I will say that they do get their happily ever after. Though there’s oh so much more that could be done after this. I’m not sure if there’s a second book coming or if the rest of their story would be told during others’ story, much like Jess and Simon, or Lily and Brandon’s.
And speaking of side characters, I really liked Luca and Brandon. Lily and Jess were pretty awesome too.
Ms. Simone wrote a very colourful story about a lifestyle that is becoming popular in books now, but I really loved that she kept her character less involved with the pain aspect and more...(https://textuallove.wordpress.com/201...) Read the rest of the review behind the link.
I’ll be honest, I have had an issue with the dialogue in this book. I’m not saying it isn’t romantic, it truly is. But it’s all the time, and it doesn’t ring remotely real for me. I’m sure that it is me and not the writing. I’m more of the snarky type of communication, not the intense love language.
Sofia has a really dark secret. One that almost destroys her and her relationship with Nate. My heart broke for her and I wanted to throttle her all at the same time. But I understood her reticence to do so. Nate’s secret isn’t so dark, but it could definitely change how she sees him. So I can understand his reticence. And this story spans years and I’m not even counting the time that they’ve loved one another from before. This is after they knew. But they needed to do what needed to be done. I will say that they do get their happily ever after. Though there’s oh so much more that could be done after this. I’m not sure if there’s a second book coming or if the rest of their story would be told during others’ story, much like Jess and Simon, or Lily and Brandon’s.
And speaking of side characters, I really liked Luca and Brandon. Lily and Jess were pretty awesome too.
Ms. Simone wrote a very colourful story about a lifestyle that is becoming popular in books now, but I really loved that she kept her character less involved with the pain aspect and more...(https://textuallove.wordpress.com/201...) Read the rest of the review behind the link.
January 31, 2016
This book has hot amazing BDSM sex and was well written.
Desired & dominated is by far my favorite BDSM book this year. This book had so much raw emotion in it I didn't know how to feel. The love and selflessness from Nate, the desire and need to feel dominated from Sofia, the love, passion, heartache all tore at my heart strings.
The characters are amazing and well developed. The story line is outstanding the way Eva brought these characters to life. This is a beautiful story of struggle, tragedy, passion and love.
Can Nate and Sofia overcome all the obstacles in their lives? Will their family and friends accept them as a couple?
Nate is a DOM, in every sense of the word and he desires one woman, his best friend’s sister Sofia, the woman he can never have. He has become a womanizer, only to take his mind away from the need for Sofia.
Sophia is a true submissive who has been in love with Nate her brother’s best friend since the minute they met, but has kept her feelings hidden.
Nate is also known as Master Callaghan in the BDSM and would never want to introduce Sofia to the lifestyle; he perceives as his dirty little secret and that if his secret came out he would lose his friends.
But what happens when Sofia holds the key that could change everything?
There were parts in this book when I felt so much sadness and I cried my eyes out wishing for a different outcome. Or felt joy when things changed. But to see someone struggle so much and not being able to fix them with your love is the hardest thing to accept for most.
But, I have to say that my hubby really benefitted from some of the scenes in this book….LOL…. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone that enjoys an against all odds love story…..
Desired & dominated is by far my favorite BDSM book this year. This book had so much raw emotion in it I didn't know how to feel. The love and selflessness from Nate, the desire and need to feel dominated from Sofia, the love, passion, heartache all tore at my heart strings.
The characters are amazing and well developed. The story line is outstanding the way Eva brought these characters to life. This is a beautiful story of struggle, tragedy, passion and love.
Can Nate and Sofia overcome all the obstacles in their lives? Will their family and friends accept them as a couple?
Nate is a DOM, in every sense of the word and he desires one woman, his best friend’s sister Sofia, the woman he can never have. He has become a womanizer, only to take his mind away from the need for Sofia.
Sophia is a true submissive who has been in love with Nate her brother’s best friend since the minute they met, but has kept her feelings hidden.
Nate is also known as Master Callaghan in the BDSM and would never want to introduce Sofia to the lifestyle; he perceives as his dirty little secret and that if his secret came out he would lose his friends.
But what happens when Sofia holds the key that could change everything?
There were parts in this book when I felt so much sadness and I cried my eyes out wishing for a different outcome. Or felt joy when things changed. But to see someone struggle so much and not being able to fix them with your love is the hardest thing to accept for most.
But, I have to say that my hubby really benefitted from some of the scenes in this book….LOL…. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone that enjoys an against all odds love story…..
May 28, 2015
* I received this book at no charge in exchange for an honest review*
This is the first book of Eva Simone's that I had read and I have to say that I am completely blown away! I knew that Ms. Simone researched this book with a real dom/sub to make sure that she had the real inside scoop. Boy, is it obvious! There are so many insights into the mind of both the dom and sub in this book that I would not have ever gotten anywhere else, without becoming part of the lifestyle myself. It was amazing to read these insights and learn from this unique perspective.
I have to say that there are so many ups and downs in this book as far as emotions go that I was run through them all right along with the characters. I lost count how many times my heart broke and I cried with, and for, Nate and Sophia. At the same time, I was able to experience a love so strong and the amazing bond between a dom and his sub.
Just a warning, if you have the ability of connecting with the characters in a book, have tissues ready!! I am so glad that I was able to have the opportunity to read this book! Even though I have not read the others in the series, I was not lost in the story. I know that I will be picking up the first two in this trilogy to be able to experience the rest of the world the Eva Simone created.
I hope you make the wise choice in buying a copy of this book, I promise you that you will NOT regret it! This has become my favorite book read this year!! Very good job Ms. Simone! Thank you for the opportunity to read your work!
This is the first book of Eva Simone's that I had read and I have to say that I am completely blown away! I knew that Ms. Simone researched this book with a real dom/sub to make sure that she had the real inside scoop. Boy, is it obvious! There are so many insights into the mind of both the dom and sub in this book that I would not have ever gotten anywhere else, without becoming part of the lifestyle myself. It was amazing to read these insights and learn from this unique perspective.
I have to say that there are so many ups and downs in this book as far as emotions go that I was run through them all right along with the characters. I lost count how many times my heart broke and I cried with, and for, Nate and Sophia. At the same time, I was able to experience a love so strong and the amazing bond between a dom and his sub.
Just a warning, if you have the ability of connecting with the characters in a book, have tissues ready!! I am so glad that I was able to have the opportunity to read this book! Even though I have not read the others in the series, I was not lost in the story. I know that I will be picking up the first two in this trilogy to be able to experience the rest of the world the Eva Simone created.
I hope you make the wise choice in buying a copy of this book, I promise you that you will NOT regret it! This has become my favorite book read this year!! Very good job Ms. Simone! Thank you for the opportunity to read your work!
June 4, 2015
This is the first book that I have read by Eva, and was so glad that I read this book. This is the third book in the series; however you can read this as a standalone. This book is about Nate and Sofia. The rollercoaster of push and pull between them is irritating but you can’t stop reading. Finally after all the torment, we get to see the two of them together. Oh what a wait it was!
Most of the story is through the POV of Nate. Reading and feeling Nate’s POV was what this story needed. You fell in love with him just that much more. Sofia has a few POV chapters, which is just enough.
The BDSM in this story is done with class. It is not smutty or over the top. It blends with the story to an extent that if it wasn’t there, the story truly would have fallen apart. Being a Master in the BDSM world, Nate doesn’t want to expose Sofia to that world. Oh how things can change though. Sofia is the perfect submissive that seems to be made exclusively for Nate.
The story is so well written. I was so glad that I received this ARC through my blog Two Feisty Angels and a Devil. I have not read the other two books in the series, but after meeting Nate and Sofia, I want to read the other two. I would recommend this book to any reader, especially those that love a good romance with a little (used lightly) BDSM thrown into the mix!
Most of the story is through the POV of Nate. Reading and feeling Nate’s POV was what this story needed. You fell in love with him just that much more. Sofia has a few POV chapters, which is just enough.
The BDSM in this story is done with class. It is not smutty or over the top. It blends with the story to an extent that if it wasn’t there, the story truly would have fallen apart. Being a Master in the BDSM world, Nate doesn’t want to expose Sofia to that world. Oh how things can change though. Sofia is the perfect submissive that seems to be made exclusively for Nate.
The story is so well written. I was so glad that I received this ARC through my blog Two Feisty Angels and a Devil. I have not read the other two books in the series, but after meeting Nate and Sofia, I want to read the other two. I would recommend this book to any reader, especially those that love a good romance with a little (used lightly) BDSM thrown into the mix!
June 4, 2015
5 STARS REVIEW
Desired & Dominated by Eva Simone
The Love story between Nate/Master Callaghan/Dom and Sofia/Nyks/Submissive was one hell off a journey..I think we all dream of an unconditional Love like Nate's was for Sofia. This journey was so real to me I guess anyone that has experienced Love, or Depression, or Betrayal has felt what these characters have..There were parts in this book when I felt so much sadness and I cried wishing for a different outcome..Or felt joy when things changed..But to see someone struggle so much and not being able to fix them with your love is the hardest thing to accept for most..I do agree that when they say it's written in the stars about destiny not to go messing with it..That we should just Let Love and Let Live!! PS I loved the meaning behind the nickname Nyks..
JUST WANTED TO SAY A FEW MORE THINGS SINCE I WROTE THIS BEFORE RELEASE DATE THIS BOOK TOUCHED ME DEEPLY, I FELT THAT THE AUTHOR WAS TRUELY HAD EXPOSED SOMETHING PERSONAL WHEN WRITING THIS..I TRUELY FELT SOME TYPE OF HEARTACHE OR PAIN..YOU WERE ON SOME TYPE OF JOURNEY WITH HER THROUGH THIS..SHE ENDING SOMETHING BIG..BUT BEGINNING SOMETHING BIGGER...I FELT AFTER KNOWING THAT I WANTED TO CHANGE MY STARS TO 5...EVA IS ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE AUTHORS FOR BEING SO REAL..
Desired & Dominated by Eva Simone
The Love story between Nate/Master Callaghan/Dom and Sofia/Nyks/Submissive was one hell off a journey..I think we all dream of an unconditional Love like Nate's was for Sofia. This journey was so real to me I guess anyone that has experienced Love, or Depression, or Betrayal has felt what these characters have..There were parts in this book when I felt so much sadness and I cried wishing for a different outcome..Or felt joy when things changed..But to see someone struggle so much and not being able to fix them with your love is the hardest thing to accept for most..I do agree that when they say it's written in the stars about destiny not to go messing with it..That we should just Let Love and Let Live!! PS I loved the meaning behind the nickname Nyks..
JUST WANTED TO SAY A FEW MORE THINGS SINCE I WROTE THIS BEFORE RELEASE DATE THIS BOOK TOUCHED ME DEEPLY, I FELT THAT THE AUTHOR WAS TRUELY HAD EXPOSED SOMETHING PERSONAL WHEN WRITING THIS..I TRUELY FELT SOME TYPE OF HEARTACHE OR PAIN..YOU WERE ON SOME TYPE OF JOURNEY WITH HER THROUGH THIS..SHE ENDING SOMETHING BIG..BUT BEGINNING SOMETHING BIGGER...I FELT AFTER KNOWING THAT I WANTED TO CHANGE MY STARS TO 5...EVA IS ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE AUTHORS FOR BEING SO REAL..
May 25, 2015
*****5 MASTERFUL stars*****
Desired and Dominated is the 3rd book in the enchanted Series by Eva Simone and is the story of Nate and Sofia.
Nate has been in love with Sofia from the minute he met her, but being the younger sister of his best friend Simon, she is off limits.
Sophia has been in love with Nate since the minute they met, but has kept her feelings hidden.
When they cave into their feelings in a moment of hot passion, there desired feelings come out to play.
Nate is a master in BDSM and would never want to introduce Sofia to the lifestyle, but what happen when Sofia holds the key that could change everything?
Ok wow, this book had so much emotion in it, I didn't know how to feel. The love and selflessness from Nate, the desired and need to feel dominated from Sofia, the love, passion, heartache all tore at my heart strings.
The dual POV was perfect, to feel the true emotions of Master Callaghan set the book of perfectly. The vulnerability from her life bring turned upside down from Sophia and the struggles you face, was enough for me to want to reach through and help her.
I don't want to give too much away, but this is a serious must read.
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Desired and Dominated is the 3rd book in the enchanted Series by Eva Simone and is the story of Nate and Sofia.
Nate has been in love with Sofia from the minute he met her, but being the younger sister of his best friend Simon, she is off limits.
Sophia has been in love with Nate since the minute they met, but has kept her feelings hidden.
When they cave into their feelings in a moment of hot passion, there desired feelings come out to play.
Nate is a master in BDSM and would never want to introduce Sofia to the lifestyle, but what happen when Sofia holds the key that could change everything?
Ok wow, this book had so much emotion in it, I didn't know how to feel. The love and selflessness from Nate, the desired and need to feel dominated from Sofia, the love, passion, heartache all tore at my heart strings.
The dual POV was perfect, to feel the true emotions of Master Callaghan set the book of perfectly. The vulnerability from her life bring turned upside down from Sophia and the struggles you face, was enough for me to want to reach through and help her.
I don't want to give too much away, but this is a serious must read.
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June 2, 2015
This is the first book I have read by this author. I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
5 Brilliant Stars for a Brilliantly written story!
Desired and Dominated was a extremely well written book, it flows very well the Characters are well developed! This book makes your feel, makes your cry and laugh. It is a passionate, emotional read. Ava Simone has a great book here. I look forward to reading more by her, when I get a chance.
This is the story of Nate and Sofia!
Nate Callaghan is a master. He trains submissives, No one knows about he is lifestyle as a Master. He is a DOM in every sense of the word.. He is also in love with Sofia Mantovani, his best friends little sister, and he doesn't think he is good enough for her, he believes his life style would destroy her if she knew.
Sofia Mantovani is a beautiful dancer, she is also Nate's best friends little sister. She has been in love with Nate for years.
One act of passion takes place at a wedding, then Nate walks out leaving Sofia wanting more, and angry because he rejected her, in her eyes.
Can these two overcome all and finally become a couple in every sense of the word. This book is a must read! Get your copy today!
5 Brilliant Stars for a Brilliantly written story!
Desired and Dominated was a extremely well written book, it flows very well the Characters are well developed! This book makes your feel, makes your cry and laugh. It is a passionate, emotional read. Ava Simone has a great book here. I look forward to reading more by her, when I get a chance.
This is the story of Nate and Sofia!
Nate Callaghan is a master. He trains submissives, No one knows about he is lifestyle as a Master. He is a DOM in every sense of the word.. He is also in love with Sofia Mantovani, his best friends little sister, and he doesn't think he is good enough for her, he believes his life style would destroy her if she knew.
Sofia Mantovani is a beautiful dancer, she is also Nate's best friends little sister. She has been in love with Nate for years.
One act of passion takes place at a wedding, then Nate walks out leaving Sofia wanting more, and angry because he rejected her, in her eyes.
Can these two overcome all and finally become a couple in every sense of the word. This book is a must read! Get your copy today!
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