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Knights to Remember
Dominque
What does it cost to sell yourself? Your body? Your heart? Your soul?
At eighteen, with no job, no money, and a young sister to care for, becoming an escort seemed the perfect answer, but by the age of twenty four, Dominque is left wondering how he can break free of his ‘short term’ solution.
Jacob is at the top of his profession, leaving him with no time or desire for a relationship. Caring for another person full time isn’t on his agenda, but that soon changes when fate steps in and offers him the chance of something more.
Unable to forget the intriguing brunette after their first date, Jacob is enticed to spend more time with Dominque, seeking to put the pain of the past behind them, and bring peace to the wounded bird who captivated him so easily. Only through gaining his trust can Jacob hope to set him free.
It’s not just the clients who pay
*A standalone book which can be read at any point during the series*
At eighteen, with no job, no money, and a young sister to care for, becoming an escort seemed the perfect answer, but by the age of twenty four, Dominque is left wondering how he can break free of his ‘short term’ solution.
Jacob is at the top of his profession, leaving him with no time or desire for a relationship. Caring for another person full time isn’t on his agenda, but that soon changes when fate steps in and offers him the chance of something more.
Unable to forget the intriguing brunette after their first date, Jacob is enticed to spend more time with Dominque, seeking to put the pain of the past behind them, and bring peace to the wounded bird who captivated him so easily. Only through gaining his trust can Jacob hope to set him free.
It’s not just the clients who pay
*A standalone book which can be read at any point during the series*
355 pages, ebook
First published October 31, 2015
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Nicole Colville
48 books402 followersWelcome to the home of bittersweet M/M romances which will leave you craving more.
Nicole grew bored being a supermodel genius who worked part time for NASA, and decided to take a break from helping solve the mysteries of the universe with Stephen Hawkins to write m/m romance.
She has a loving relationship with her hubby of twenty years, and has achieved a lot in her short life considering she's only eighteen. She has fourteen dogs of all different breeds, plus twenty cats, and when she's not tending to their every need, and solving complex math problems, she loves to sew and can be often found knitting in the garden, which she maintains all by herself with her magical green fingers.
Finding time to make all of her own clothing and master the kitchen better than Gordon Ramsey, she's also a vegan domestic goddess and can often be found cooking up a storm bare foot in her kitchen.
Okay, so that's not true, especially the cooking part, though I do tend to be bare foot and I swear like Gordon does while burning my latest creation -- and I still think NASA will be getting in touch. Any day now!! *crosses fingers* I could sooo do that job because I'm so obviously awesome, but until they do...
I'm a full time author of M/M Romance and Erotica, and somehow I have several bestselling books under my belt. I've been writing for four years, and I self publish all my work under Hidden Pleasures Publishing along with my amazing team of helpers in the form my cover designer Kellie Dennis, editor Jessica McKenna, and all of my beta readers and PA's.
I'm a wife to my beloved hubby and mother to two young girls, and I do in fact have two cats who I adore, but no dog, as the hubby put his foot down. I live in Leeds in the North of England and I love it, despite the terrible weather.
My men are all seeking what everyone is, true love mixed with passion and their own happy-ever-after full of laughter and tears.
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Nicole grew bored being a supermodel genius who worked part time for NASA, and decided to take a break from helping solve the mysteries of the universe with Stephen Hawkins to write m/m romance.
She has a loving relationship with her hubby of twenty years, and has achieved a lot in her short life considering she's only eighteen. She has fourteen dogs of all different breeds, plus twenty cats, and when she's not tending to their every need, and solving complex math problems, she loves to sew and can be often found knitting in the garden, which she maintains all by herself with her magical green fingers.
Finding time to make all of her own clothing and master the kitchen better than Gordon Ramsey, she's also a vegan domestic goddess and can often be found cooking up a storm bare foot in her kitchen.
Okay, so that's not true, especially the cooking part, though I do tend to be bare foot and I swear like Gordon does while burning my latest creation -- and I still think NASA will be getting in touch. Any day now!! *crosses fingers* I could sooo do that job because I'm so obviously awesome, but until they do...
I'm a full time author of M/M Romance and Erotica, and somehow I have several bestselling books under my belt. I've been writing for four years, and I self publish all my work under Hidden Pleasures Publishing along with my amazing team of helpers in the form my cover designer Kellie Dennis, editor Jessica McKenna, and all of my beta readers and PA's.
I'm a wife to my beloved hubby and mother to two young girls, and I do in fact have two cats who I adore, but no dog, as the hubby put his foot down. I live in Leeds in the North of England and I love it, despite the terrible weather.
My men are all seeking what everyone is, true love mixed with passion and their own happy-ever-after full of laughter and tears.
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December 7, 2017
I'm hopeless romantic. I like romantic stories , never a fan of BDSM (but still read it).
But...man ! I think this is the most "romantic BDSM" story I have ever read !
You can't pair romantic with BDSM, it's just wrong. But I read this book and I was blown away !
I still need to say more about this book, but it's weekend and I'm still in recovery :)
More talk to follow!
But...man ! I think this is the most "romantic BDSM" story I have ever read !
You can't pair romantic with BDSM, it's just wrong. But I read this book and I was blown away !
I still need to say more about this book, but it's weekend and I'm still in recovery :)
More talk to follow!
dnf-not-4-me
November 8, 2015“I want you so much, Dominque.” Jacob pulled his cock from his mouth, running it over his face, dribbling precum over his cheeks. “I want to spray my cum over every inch of you and mark you as mine.”
“Do it. I'm yours.”
“Boy, suck me.”
No, this one got too cheesy for me. The dirty talk of on overly "Dom" Dom while threatening is "naughty" sub for misbehaving got old, fast.
Did did finish so I will not rate.
November 19, 2015
Review originally posted at Sinfully Gay Romance Book Reviews
3.5 stars
From the blurb I expected a story with heavy angst and drama, but it turned out to be more of a sweet romance between two men who, on paper, should have nothing in common, but in reality are pretty much made for each other. Once I adjusted my preconceptions I enjoyed the story.
Dominque has worked as a high priced, in demand escort for the past six years since his mother died leaving him, at 18, to care for his 12 year old sister. With his sister now just months away from going off on her own to college, he is planning to work as much as he can and then leave his life as an escort behind. In addition to banking as much cash as possible, he realizes he also needs to use these months to rediscover himself and what he wants from his future. After hiding for so long behind meaningless sex and the characters he uses with his clients he is not sure who he really is anymore. There is also something in his past that has left him unwilling to trust and pulling away from any friends he had in the past with connections to his old life.
Jacob is a successful doctor and Dom and at 34 years old, still waiting for the perfect man to come along to not only fulfill his need for a sub, but his need for a partner who can be an equal outside of the bedroom. He has a picture of the perfect man in his mind and believes he will know him when he sees him. For now, he's too busy with work for a relationship so he plays at the club, but doesn’t really share himself with anyone. The moment he sees Dominque’s picture he knows that physically he is perfect for him, a risk he doesn’t want to take so he is adamant about hiring a different escort. It’s a rocky start to the relationship when Dominque winds up filling in after a last minute emergency with Jacob’s promised date. When he discovers Dominque’s submissive nature and prior experience in the BDSM scene, all bets are off and Jacob is a goner!
Dominque is instantly attracted to Jacob’s dominant manner but also senses how much he cares. Jacob sees Dominque’s need to submit but also his fear and mistrust. A week away as Jacob’s date to his sister’s wedding leads to a whirlwind romance and despite all their initial misgivings things move very quickly in the “vanilla” aspects of the relationship. Getting Dominque to trust Jacob when it comes to fully submitting and rediscovering what he once loved about the BDSM lifestyle doesn’t come as easy.
There were things that worked well for me and things that didn’t. This is a long book and we got to know both characters well before they actually got together, getting both of their POVs, but at some points I did feel the story dragging there. I really liked Jacob’s growly, alpha nature considering we are privy to how much Dominque owns him from the moment they meet, but while his declarations of want and love towards Dominque were sweetly sexy and heart melting, they sometimes were a bit too flowery.
In some ways Dominque has lived more in 24 years than he should have, but he has also missed out on a lot as well. He has really cut himself off from feeling anything partially out of the necessity of doing his job. It was wonderful watching him overcome his fears and rediscover his feelings of self-worth and confidence in his ability to have the relationship he never thought he could.
While the BDSM theme is strong, I would classify it as BDSM light as there are no really hardcore scenes. This is the aspect of the relationship that Dominque had the hardest time with after having had a horrible experience in the past. I would have liked to have had some on-page time devoted to Jacob and Dominque working on their trust in a scene or two before the BDSM scene in the epilogue after a brief time jump.
Another plus in the story was Jacob’s older brother Krane. His life is also turned upside down during the course of the week long wedding festivities and his story, which is up next, should make for some interesting reading.
3.5 stars
From the blurb I expected a story with heavy angst and drama, but it turned out to be more of a sweet romance between two men who, on paper, should have nothing in common, but in reality are pretty much made for each other. Once I adjusted my preconceptions I enjoyed the story.
Dominque has worked as a high priced, in demand escort for the past six years since his mother died leaving him, at 18, to care for his 12 year old sister. With his sister now just months away from going off on her own to college, he is planning to work as much as he can and then leave his life as an escort behind. In addition to banking as much cash as possible, he realizes he also needs to use these months to rediscover himself and what he wants from his future. After hiding for so long behind meaningless sex and the characters he uses with his clients he is not sure who he really is anymore. There is also something in his past that has left him unwilling to trust and pulling away from any friends he had in the past with connections to his old life.
Jacob is a successful doctor and Dom and at 34 years old, still waiting for the perfect man to come along to not only fulfill his need for a sub, but his need for a partner who can be an equal outside of the bedroom. He has a picture of the perfect man in his mind and believes he will know him when he sees him. For now, he's too busy with work for a relationship so he plays at the club, but doesn’t really share himself with anyone. The moment he sees Dominque’s picture he knows that physically he is perfect for him, a risk he doesn’t want to take so he is adamant about hiring a different escort. It’s a rocky start to the relationship when Dominque winds up filling in after a last minute emergency with Jacob’s promised date. When he discovers Dominque’s submissive nature and prior experience in the BDSM scene, all bets are off and Jacob is a goner!
Dominque is instantly attracted to Jacob’s dominant manner but also senses how much he cares. Jacob sees Dominque’s need to submit but also his fear and mistrust. A week away as Jacob’s date to his sister’s wedding leads to a whirlwind romance and despite all their initial misgivings things move very quickly in the “vanilla” aspects of the relationship. Getting Dominque to trust Jacob when it comes to fully submitting and rediscovering what he once loved about the BDSM lifestyle doesn’t come as easy.
“You're mine. You’ve always been mine, and you always will be. You just don’t know it yet.” Jacob smiled softly, running his thumb over Dominque’s mouth. “I'm going to have fun showing you how much you belong to me. You’re never leaving. You won't want to.”
There were things that worked well for me and things that didn’t. This is a long book and we got to know both characters well before they actually got together, getting both of their POVs, but at some points I did feel the story dragging there. I really liked Jacob’s growly, alpha nature considering we are privy to how much Dominque owns him from the moment they meet, but while his declarations of want and love towards Dominque were sweetly sexy and heart melting, they sometimes were a bit too flowery.
In some ways Dominque has lived more in 24 years than he should have, but he has also missed out on a lot as well. He has really cut himself off from feeling anything partially out of the necessity of doing his job. It was wonderful watching him overcome his fears and rediscover his feelings of self-worth and confidence in his ability to have the relationship he never thought he could.
“From the first moment I saw you standing in the middle of the hotel bar while I knelt before you, looking up at you from the ground as you stared down at me, I felt this. I felt the urge to give you everything. I wanted to be yours. I knew it was right. It was only fear which held me back, and I refuse to let fear control me anymore.”
While the BDSM theme is strong, I would classify it as BDSM light as there are no really hardcore scenes. This is the aspect of the relationship that Dominque had the hardest time with after having had a horrible experience in the past. I would have liked to have had some on-page time devoted to Jacob and Dominque working on their trust in a scene or two before the BDSM scene in the epilogue after a brief time jump.
Another plus in the story was Jacob’s older brother Krane. His life is also turned upside down during the course of the week long wedding festivities and his story, which is up next, should make for some interesting reading.
dnf
February 10, 2016DNF at 52%
I was planning on taking a break and then get back to this, but it’s been several days and I still have no interest in continuing.
I love rentboy books. The reason why I love them is because there is always a hurt/comfort theme going on since the guy is usually not prostituting himself because he’s having so much fun. But this is too cheesy and not angsty enough to be believable as a rentboy book.
I’m just not feeling the connection between the two. Jacob is treating Dominque as a rentboy when all of a sudden he is telling him he lied and is planning on having a real relationship with him.
Euh what?
That really came out of nowhere.
And don’t get me started on the BDSM. Ugh. Cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeesy.
Since this book is so long and I still had 180 pages to go, I decided to drop it.
I was planning on taking a break and then get back to this, but it’s been several days and I still have no interest in continuing.
I love rentboy books. The reason why I love them is because there is always a hurt/comfort theme going on since the guy is usually not prostituting himself because he’s having so much fun. But this is too cheesy and not angsty enough to be believable as a rentboy book.
I’m just not feeling the connection between the two. Jacob is treating Dominque as a rentboy when all of a sudden he is telling him he lied and is planning on having a real relationship with him.
Euh what?
That really came out of nowhere.
And don’t get me started on the BDSM. Ugh. Cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeesy.
Since this book is so long and I still had 180 pages to go, I decided to drop it.
March 31, 2017
Rereading because book 3 is out. Hoping it flows better for me this time.
I did like the pace better. I had to think of it as two books put together. I do question Jacob and Krane's ages. On part mentioned Jacob as the youngest, then Krane as the oldest. There were 7 siblings but Jacob is 34 and Krane is 37. Also Krane was with his wife since he was 17? Still really enjoyed it. Gets a little flowery, yes, but it works for me!
1st read 10/29/15Enjoyable and rather long
I'm a very fast reader, I think. This story felt interminable, as I kept stopping. It was tedious reading in parts. There was a very long buildup, at least half the book, before Jacob and Dominque really got together. It did allow for lots of development, nearing overdevelopment, of the characters and back stories. This was a mostly good thing, since it kept it from being completely insta-love. There were also good depictions of secondary characters like Karen, Helen and especially Krane. Really looking forward to his book. Helen's wedding my took up a good chunk too, with all the detail.
That was where Jacob and Dominque's relationship really took off. I was very surprised at the collaring, though. Even though they pretty much committed to each other, they hadn't actually spent that much time together. They also were nowhere near doing scenes together. I guess it worked for this story. There was very little BDSM activity. There were some realistic moments of conflict about living together and Dominque coming to terms with a new life. There was very little angst and nothing traumatic, except a little when Dominque spoke of a past assault. So that was off page. Altogether, a very good story, almost as much as the Knights stories.
I did like the pace better. I had to think of it as two books put together. I do question Jacob and Krane's ages. On part mentioned Jacob as the youngest, then Krane as the oldest. There were 7 siblings but Jacob is 34 and Krane is 37. Also Krane was with his wife since he was 17? Still really enjoyed it. Gets a little flowery, yes, but it works for me!
1st read 10/29/15Enjoyable and rather long
I'm a very fast reader, I think. This story felt interminable, as I kept stopping. It was tedious reading in parts. There was a very long buildup, at least half the book, before Jacob and Dominque really got together. It did allow for lots of development, nearing overdevelopment, of the characters and back stories. This was a mostly good thing, since it kept it from being completely insta-love. There were also good depictions of secondary characters like Karen, Helen and especially Krane. Really looking forward to his book. Helen's wedding my took up a good chunk too, with all the detail.
That was where Jacob and Dominque's relationship really took off. I was very surprised at the collaring, though. Even though they pretty much committed to each other, they hadn't actually spent that much time together. They also were nowhere near doing scenes together. I guess it worked for this story. There was very little BDSM activity. There were some realistic moments of conflict about living together and Dominque coming to terms with a new life. There was very little angst and nothing traumatic, except a little when Dominque spoke of a past assault. So that was off page. Altogether, a very good story, almost as much as the Knights stories.
October 30, 2015
REVIEWED FOR PRISM BOOK ALLIANCE
I wasn’t going to read a single review book at GRL until Brandilyn told me she had just dropped Nicole’s latest in my inbox. On my last day there in between packing and goodbye’s I opened my kindle and couldn’t get it closed again!
Dominque was somebody I could immediately feel for and understand. He is a young man who will do anything for his family even when it leaves him in a bad place. Having lost his mum he finds himself the sole carer and provider for his younger sister. He needs money quickly to keep their house and put food in their mouths. Escorting pays well, he is good at it, in fact he is pretty soon the best there is. A status quo is reached – the mortgage is paid, there is food on the table, his sister has a fancy education but Dominque will never be the same again.
Jacob was a totally different story and took more warming up to. His world revolves around work and his release and relaxation comes at a local BDSM club where he rarely sees the same sub twice. To me he was a bit of mystery – first and foremost he didn’t want and couldn’t even entertain the idea of being in a relationship YET in his mind he has the absolute image of the perfect partner. This image is so perfect, so clear that when hiring an escort for a party he has a full on panic when he sees his dream man listed on the website and he ensures he has nothing to do with Dominque out of abstract fear!
Real life has a habit of laughing at you and through funny circumstances Dominque does in fact end up as Jacob’s date and things don’t work out well. There are things about Jacob that set Dom’s skin on fire but circumstances from a couple of years ago make him want to run away. Jacob is so terrified of how the younger man makes him feel he is awkward and rude and the night doesn’t end well.
When your dream becomes reality life becomes messed up. This is quite a sweet story in a lot of ways as these two men have to be honest with each other, trust each other and get over the hurdles they have each set up. If you haven’t read the Knight’s series this could certainly be read as a standalone and I would highly recommend it!
I wasn’t going to read a single review book at GRL until Brandilyn told me she had just dropped Nicole’s latest in my inbox. On my last day there in between packing and goodbye’s I opened my kindle and couldn’t get it closed again!
Dominque was somebody I could immediately feel for and understand. He is a young man who will do anything for his family even when it leaves him in a bad place. Having lost his mum he finds himself the sole carer and provider for his younger sister. He needs money quickly to keep their house and put food in their mouths. Escorting pays well, he is good at it, in fact he is pretty soon the best there is. A status quo is reached – the mortgage is paid, there is food on the table, his sister has a fancy education but Dominque will never be the same again.
Jacob was a totally different story and took more warming up to. His world revolves around work and his release and relaxation comes at a local BDSM club where he rarely sees the same sub twice. To me he was a bit of mystery – first and foremost he didn’t want and couldn’t even entertain the idea of being in a relationship YET in his mind he has the absolute image of the perfect partner. This image is so perfect, so clear that when hiring an escort for a party he has a full on panic when he sees his dream man listed on the website and he ensures he has nothing to do with Dominque out of abstract fear!
Real life has a habit of laughing at you and through funny circumstances Dominque does in fact end up as Jacob’s date and things don’t work out well. There are things about Jacob that set Dom’s skin on fire but circumstances from a couple of years ago make him want to run away. Jacob is so terrified of how the younger man makes him feel he is awkward and rude and the night doesn’t end well.
When your dream becomes reality life becomes messed up. This is quite a sweet story in a lot of ways as these two men have to be honest with each other, trust each other and get over the hurdles they have each set up. If you haven’t read the Knight’s series this could certainly be read as a standalone and I would highly recommend it!
November 25, 2015
Remarkable, intensely passionate M/M story !
The characters grip you, and the essence and nuance of BDSM is detailed - you'll be engrossed by this tale.
Dominique found the world on his shoulders when his Mom died, as he had to raise his sister, keep their home and provide for them. He's now a well sought after Escort who commands big money. His sis is a spoiled teen, and he really has his hands full. Jacob is a Dom who has not found a sub he can settle with... In a change of plans Dominique is scheduled as Jacob's date for a hospital fund raiser, and Jacob is drawn to this man like no other. Dominique doesn't understand the feelings Jacob has toward him, and they talk. This tale is complex, deeply passionate, honest, exciting, highly erotic and sexual, with beautifully written passages that entail perfect descriptions of the BDSM, D/s relationship showing what's proper and what's not. Two years ago, Dominique was victim to a brutal attack by a client pretending and failing to be a Dom. Since then, Dominique refuses those types of needs in his clients. Jacob is a Dom who sees in Dominique the perfect sub, the perfect man for him. (Be aware: well into the story Dominique's beating and rape is described)
This smoothly wonderful wooing and romance is free of angst, or suspense, as problems are dealt with and discussed and Jacob's love is showing Dominique how they may have an amazing future. This novel has thought-filled characters, gentlemen through and through, with intense, erotic, exciting M/M sex, and is riveting.
I do highly recommend this, and look forward to the next one, because I read we get to see the ultimate HEA for Jacob and Dominique.
E N J O Y !!!
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The characters grip you, and the essence and nuance of BDSM is detailed - you'll be engrossed by this tale.
Dominique found the world on his shoulders when his Mom died, as he had to raise his sister, keep their home and provide for them. He's now a well sought after Escort who commands big money. His sis is a spoiled teen, and he really has his hands full. Jacob is a Dom who has not found a sub he can settle with... In a change of plans Dominique is scheduled as Jacob's date for a hospital fund raiser, and Jacob is drawn to this man like no other. Dominique doesn't understand the feelings Jacob has toward him, and they talk. This tale is complex, deeply passionate, honest, exciting, highly erotic and sexual, with beautifully written passages that entail perfect descriptions of the BDSM, D/s relationship showing what's proper and what's not. Two years ago, Dominique was victim to a brutal attack by a client pretending and failing to be a Dom. Since then, Dominique refuses those types of needs in his clients. Jacob is a Dom who sees in Dominique the perfect sub, the perfect man for him. (Be aware: well into the story Dominique's beating and rape is described)
This smoothly wonderful wooing and romance is free of angst, or suspense, as problems are dealt with and discussed and Jacob's love is showing Dominique how they may have an amazing future. This novel has thought-filled characters, gentlemen through and through, with intense, erotic, exciting M/M sex, and is riveting.
I do highly recommend this, and look forward to the next one, because I read we get to see the ultimate HEA for Jacob and Dominique.
E N J O Y !!!
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October 22, 2015
This book was easily one of the hottest books I have read in awhile..
Dominque who works as a escort to support his sister meets Jacob who originally did not want him due to certain reasons. The moment they meet Jacob realizes Dominique is his one he was meant to be with, the perfect sub for him. The road to them being together is not easy due to something horrible that had happened to Dominque before.
Okay this book had so much steam it was so damn hot! When they finally give in to their desire for each other just wow! The way the author wrote these characters was awesome. With these two characters you could feel the connection from the beginning. I thought Jacob was the perfect Dom for Dominque.
Dominique came across to me as a sweet and caring man who would do anything for those he loved. Jacob at first I was unsure of how I felt about his character but after reading further in the book I got his attitude and ended up really liking his character.
So with this book you get your angst, steam and when I say steam I mean so much steam! You also meet a lot of different characters in this book. I honestly can not wait for the next book I am really interested in seeing what will happen with those two characters.
All together I really loved this book!
I would definitely recommend this book!
I received this book free in exchange for an honest review from Inked Rainbow Reads.
Dominque who works as a escort to support his sister meets Jacob who originally did not want him due to certain reasons. The moment they meet Jacob realizes Dominique is his one he was meant to be with, the perfect sub for him. The road to them being together is not easy due to something horrible that had happened to Dominque before.
Okay this book had so much steam it was so damn hot! When they finally give in to their desire for each other just wow! The way the author wrote these characters was awesome. With these two characters you could feel the connection from the beginning. I thought Jacob was the perfect Dom for Dominque.
Dominique came across to me as a sweet and caring man who would do anything for those he loved. Jacob at first I was unsure of how I felt about his character but after reading further in the book I got his attitude and ended up really liking his character.
So with this book you get your angst, steam and when I say steam I mean so much steam! You also meet a lot of different characters in this book. I honestly can not wait for the next book I am really interested in seeing what will happen with those two characters.
All together I really loved this book!
I would definitely recommend this book!
I received this book free in exchange for an honest review from Inked Rainbow Reads.
October 26, 2015
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Dominque had to became a responsible young guy in his teenage years, since his mom and little sister depended on him, that was a huge weight for such young shoulders to carry.
At 18, he finds himself alone, without money, with debts piling, and a little sister to raise. Becoming an escort for a little while looked like the perfect solution… he would have the money he needed and would have it fast. He just didn’t know at the time, how much that would cost him. After being an escort for years, Dominque feels like he lost himself in the different personas he has to use to do his job. He’s stressed, he’s lonely and he can’t cope anymore.
Jacob thought he had all his life figured out. He was self-assured, had a prominent career, but he didn’t think he would ever find the right person to fulfill his expectations of a partner.
Dominque and Jacob are perfect for each other. They both realize it at the first sight, and they both denied it at the same time too… Dominque had too much to lose – he wouldn’t ever trust again, he still had the scars to remind him that the only person he could ever trust was himself.
It was great to see Jacob bring the real Dominque back and how he changed while doing so, and OMG, those two were smoking hot together. I couldn’t put this book down until I finished it – So, Don’t miss it!
Dominque had to became a responsible young guy in his teenage years, since his mom and little sister depended on him, that was a huge weight for such young shoulders to carry.
At 18, he finds himself alone, without money, with debts piling, and a little sister to raise. Becoming an escort for a little while looked like the perfect solution… he would have the money he needed and would have it fast. He just didn’t know at the time, how much that would cost him. After being an escort for years, Dominque feels like he lost himself in the different personas he has to use to do his job. He’s stressed, he’s lonely and he can’t cope anymore.
Jacob thought he had all his life figured out. He was self-assured, had a prominent career, but he didn’t think he would ever find the right person to fulfill his expectations of a partner.
Dominque and Jacob are perfect for each other. They both realize it at the first sight, and they both denied it at the same time too… Dominque had too much to lose – he wouldn’t ever trust again, he still had the scars to remind him that the only person he could ever trust was himself.
It was great to see Jacob bring the real Dominque back and how he changed while doing so, and OMG, those two were smoking hot together. I couldn’t put this book down until I finished it – So, Don’t miss it!
November 13, 2015
M/M. BDSM. Good story about a boy, Dominque, that becomes a male escort to support he and (his most ungrateful) sister after their mom dies. He doesn't like the life but he's stuck until his sister can go to college and be on her own. Dominque has tried his hand at BDSM as a sub, but a most horrific experience chased him away.
Jacob, a Dom, flits between numerous subs wary of ever making any type of permanent commitment. When he meets Dominque, though, Jacob falls hard and the story is generally on how Jacob and Dominque try to weave their different lives together to form a lasting bond.
I loved the cover model's picture and easily thought of him as Dominque throughout the book. However, I think this story could have been a full 5 star read if I had gotten to know Jacob a little better and understood him a little more. But, this was a really good story anyway.
Jacob, a Dom, flits between numerous subs wary of ever making any type of permanent commitment. When he meets Dominque, though, Jacob falls hard and the story is generally on how Jacob and Dominque try to weave their different lives together to form a lasting bond.
I loved the cover model's picture and easily thought of him as Dominque throughout the book. However, I think this story could have been a full 5 star read if I had gotten to know Jacob a little better and understood him a little more. But, this was a really good story anyway.
October 31, 2015
Dominque is part of the Knights to Remember Series by Nicole Colville, which can easily be read as a standalone and can be read in any order. I absolutely loved this book and can't recommend it enough .
Dominque has been caring for his younger sister for some time now since the death of their mom years ago, so left with the responsibility and not wanting to be separated he is left taking a job as a male escort earning fast money and putting his sister through school and keeping their family home.
Dominque is the agency's top escort he is in such demand always working yet he is feeling alone and is beginning to lose himself not really knowing who the "real him is and questioning if he ever will find his one true love. You can't help but love Dominque he has a heart of gold and I cried for him with everything he went through at such a young age and a past hurt he suffered both physically and mentally.
Jacob is a prominent surgeon and lives for his job with no time for relationships other than the few visits to the club which he is a Dominant. Jacob needs a date and arranges with an escort agency but he does not want Dominque so when Dominque shows up Jacob is not pleased and makes it well known. As the night goes on we see a change between these two the chemistry is there but both try to fight against it.
In this story we feel so many emotions between these two they are brought together by fate, and unknowingly they both save each other and learn how to trust and love, something that both are not used too.
The secondary characters in the story played such important roles in their development and it was such a joy to experience.
I really feel that Nicole did this story such justice. The story line was so believable, so beautiful , and the writing flowed brilliantly. This story will stay with me for a very long time I've re read it quite a few times and each time falling more in love with these two characters. The build up to their relationship was a journey that I cannot even begin to explain how beautiful it was, it wasn't rushed at all , so much happens to get them to where they need to be but I'm not saying anymore because you have to read this for yourself and experience the beauty. On a side note: Nicole can write sex scenes like no other and when these two finally get together : the sparks fly and the scenes are scorching HOT and I mean HOT but we also feel their love grow.
They had found what they both craved for in life. Both helping to heal the other. Their lives were now one, and that's the way it would always be. This was their forever.
Ok I'm rambling now so I'll stop here "inserts laugh" Go one click this masterpiece now !!! and experience one of the most beautiful love stories ever.
Nicole thank you so much for yet another beautiful story I'm so looking forward to reading more from this series.
Dominque has been caring for his younger sister for some time now since the death of their mom years ago, so left with the responsibility and not wanting to be separated he is left taking a job as a male escort earning fast money and putting his sister through school and keeping their family home.
Dominque is the agency's top escort he is in such demand always working yet he is feeling alone and is beginning to lose himself not really knowing who the "real him is and questioning if he ever will find his one true love. You can't help but love Dominque he has a heart of gold and I cried for him with everything he went through at such a young age and a past hurt he suffered both physically and mentally.
Jacob is a prominent surgeon and lives for his job with no time for relationships other than the few visits to the club which he is a Dominant. Jacob needs a date and arranges with an escort agency but he does not want Dominque so when Dominque shows up Jacob is not pleased and makes it well known. As the night goes on we see a change between these two the chemistry is there but both try to fight against it.
In this story we feel so many emotions between these two they are brought together by fate, and unknowingly they both save each other and learn how to trust and love, something that both are not used too.
The secondary characters in the story played such important roles in their development and it was such a joy to experience.
I really feel that Nicole did this story such justice. The story line was so believable, so beautiful , and the writing flowed brilliantly. This story will stay with me for a very long time I've re read it quite a few times and each time falling more in love with these two characters. The build up to their relationship was a journey that I cannot even begin to explain how beautiful it was, it wasn't rushed at all , so much happens to get them to where they need to be but I'm not saying anymore because you have to read this for yourself and experience the beauty. On a side note: Nicole can write sex scenes like no other and when these two finally get together : the sparks fly and the scenes are scorching HOT and I mean HOT but we also feel their love grow.
They had found what they both craved for in life. Both helping to heal the other. Their lives were now one, and that's the way it would always be. This was their forever.
Ok I'm rambling now so I'll stop here "inserts laugh" Go one click this masterpiece now !!! and experience one of the most beautiful love stories ever.
Nicole thank you so much for yet another beautiful story I'm so looking forward to reading more from this series.
October 24, 2015
A wonderful standalone novel about one of the characters from the Knights To Remember series. You really don’t need to have read any of the others to pick this one up, but I can guarantee you will want to know more about these men.
Dominique’s story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. Telling of how after losing his beloved mother at a young age, with his father no longer in his life, he took the decision to put his own life and wants on hold to keep his younger sister with him, and them living in their family home. The decision he makes takes him on a path which will change his life forever.
After a traumatic experience Dominique is left badly hurt, physically and emotionally, but the emotional scars stay with him for years to follow and mean he fears he will never find the one person who completes him. He never expected to find his proverbial knight in shining armor when he steps up to cover a date for another escort.
Jacob didn’t want to have Dominique as his date, but fate intervened and put these two together, and boy did the sparks fly instantly. Jacob’s dominant side took over, and he wanted to protect the wounded soul he saw before him, to take him and own every fibre of his being more than anything else in the world, but this was never going to be an easy task. Between his need to have every part of Dominique as his, this causes some tension as he cannot just walk away from the agency and his obligations, even though it’s exactly what he wants.
Watching the relationship between these two unfold and develop is magical. I found myself feeling the emotions with them, and I laughed and boy did I cry with them – a lot. This story packed a real emotional punch which resounded deep inside me and will do for some time. The emotions around the loss of a parent were completely spot on.
I wanted to reach inside my screen and hold Dominique, pulling him into my arms and letting him know that everything would be alright, but he had Jacob and he was what he needed, he just had to allow the walls to come down and let him into his heart.
Expect a roller coaster of emotions and feelings with these two – buckle up and enjoy the ride.
The interaction with Jacob’s family is brilliant, I love his brother Krane, who is only just totally and utterly adorable and someone I am looking forward to hearing more from.
This book, in my opinion, is the best that Ms Colville has written so far. As each book just keeps getting better and better I cannot wait see what the next one brings.
Dominique’s story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. Telling of how after losing his beloved mother at a young age, with his father no longer in his life, he took the decision to put his own life and wants on hold to keep his younger sister with him, and them living in their family home. The decision he makes takes him on a path which will change his life forever.
After a traumatic experience Dominique is left badly hurt, physically and emotionally, but the emotional scars stay with him for years to follow and mean he fears he will never find the one person who completes him. He never expected to find his proverbial knight in shining armor when he steps up to cover a date for another escort.
Jacob didn’t want to have Dominique as his date, but fate intervened and put these two together, and boy did the sparks fly instantly. Jacob’s dominant side took over, and he wanted to protect the wounded soul he saw before him, to take him and own every fibre of his being more than anything else in the world, but this was never going to be an easy task. Between his need to have every part of Dominique as his, this causes some tension as he cannot just walk away from the agency and his obligations, even though it’s exactly what he wants.
Watching the relationship between these two unfold and develop is magical. I found myself feeling the emotions with them, and I laughed and boy did I cry with them – a lot. This story packed a real emotional punch which resounded deep inside me and will do for some time. The emotions around the loss of a parent were completely spot on.
I wanted to reach inside my screen and hold Dominique, pulling him into my arms and letting him know that everything would be alright, but he had Jacob and he was what he needed, he just had to allow the walls to come down and let him into his heart.
Expect a roller coaster of emotions and feelings with these two – buckle up and enjoy the ride.
The interaction with Jacob’s family is brilliant, I love his brother Krane, who is only just totally and utterly adorable and someone I am looking forward to hearing more from.
This book, in my opinion, is the best that Ms Colville has written so far. As each book just keeps getting better and better I cannot wait see what the next one brings.
November 7, 2015
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Dominque has lots to deal with, such as no money, no job and is responsible for his younger sister. So when he was 18 he felt his only option was to become an escort but now at 24 he's thinking that it is time to make a change.
Jacob is very successful in his profession and the last thing he needs or wants is to be distracted by a relationship as he feels he has no time for guys but that is until life throws him an unexpected surprise by the name of Dominque. No he finds himself completely intrigued by the beautiful and fragile man.
Dominque had no choice but to grow up very fast with the responsibilities he was left with. Since becoming the most requested escort at the agency, this has given him the ability to take care of his responsibilities but he wants more. He took care of his sister and he did such a great job with her that now it's time for Dominque. Jacob is one of the leading surgeons in his field but there was a price to pay for his huge success and that is no time for love and relationships. He has never met a guy that he felt was worthy enough to fit into his very busy life but that was before he met Dominque. Now he must decide can he live without this beautiful man in his life or take a chance on real love for the first time in his life.
I loved this story so much as the characters couldn't be more opposite if they tried. One man giving his life up to raise his sister in such a selfless way and the other man who is lived his life solely for himself and had one goal to be the most successful surgeon. When they met everything they knew was thrown out the window as they were always meant to be together. My heart completely went out for Dominque and everything he gave up and the pain he has had to endure. Dominque slowly starts to close himself off to people after a bad situation with a client and doesn't trust anyone that is until he meets his soulmate Jacob. Nicole did such a brilliant job with her latest novel that I was gripped from the very beginning. I am addicted to the writing style of Nicole Colville and highly recommend-Dominque!!!!
"Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review."
Reviewed by Paul at Gay Media Reviews!
Dominque has lots to deal with, such as no money, no job and is responsible for his younger sister. So when he was 18 he felt his only option was to become an escort but now at 24 he's thinking that it is time to make a change.
Jacob is very successful in his profession and the last thing he needs or wants is to be distracted by a relationship as he feels he has no time for guys but that is until life throws him an unexpected surprise by the name of Dominque. No he finds himself completely intrigued by the beautiful and fragile man.
Dominque had no choice but to grow up very fast with the responsibilities he was left with. Since becoming the most requested escort at the agency, this has given him the ability to take care of his responsibilities but he wants more. He took care of his sister and he did such a great job with her that now it's time for Dominque. Jacob is one of the leading surgeons in his field but there was a price to pay for his huge success and that is no time for love and relationships. He has never met a guy that he felt was worthy enough to fit into his very busy life but that was before he met Dominque. Now he must decide can he live without this beautiful man in his life or take a chance on real love for the first time in his life.
I loved this story so much as the characters couldn't be more opposite if they tried. One man giving his life up to raise his sister in such a selfless way and the other man who is lived his life solely for himself and had one goal to be the most successful surgeon. When they met everything they knew was thrown out the window as they were always meant to be together. My heart completely went out for Dominque and everything he gave up and the pain he has had to endure. Dominque slowly starts to close himself off to people after a bad situation with a client and doesn't trust anyone that is until he meets his soulmate Jacob. Nicole did such a brilliant job with her latest novel that I was gripped from the very beginning. I am addicted to the writing style of Nicole Colville and highly recommend-Dominque!!!!
"Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher for an honest review."
Reviewed by Paul at Gay Media Reviews!
November 7, 2015
Dominque now works as an Escort, when his mother died, his father abandon him and his younger sister, he had no other choice, his little sister needed him and they needed money.
It’s not an easy life but Dominque became “the best there is”, whatever the Client wanted, Dominque ensured he delivered and the Client went away, very happy. He is a Sub but after a very traumatic situation with a Client, he leaves “the scene” way behind him.
Jacob is a very successful surgeon and in his personal time, a Dom. He dreams of securing his own Sub and though he has been searching, has failed so far. Though he really enjoys doing a scene, he always keeps his distance.
An act of fate brings these two men together, immediately Jacob can see behind Dominique’s mask and tries to fight the attraction he feels towards him.
This is a bittersweet love story – it’s obvious that they are made for each other, the sex scenes are scorching hot but the Author never forgets the all important, emotional part as well, this is what makes the book stand out from all the others.
Personally, I don’t have an extensive knowledge of the BDSM scene, but I was left in no doubt that the Author did her research well, the book was extremely well written and kept my interest throughout. The MCs were fantastic and so believable.
They are both such strong characters. Though a Sub, Dominique is in no way weak or compliant and Jacob, though a Dom and seems to be in control and somewhat cold, has his own insecurities, which makes the readers understand and love him even more.
Strong and likeable MCs are always important to any storyline, but this Author enriched this particular book with some remarkable sub characters. Dominique’s sister is not only spoilt but egoistic as well, whereas Jacob’s family is just wonderful. I particularly liked Krane (Jacob’s brother) and he has his own story to tell – can’t wait for that one.
Yes, this book is connected to the Knights to Remember Series, but it can be read very successfully as a stand alone, but I’m warning you now, you are going to want to read the other books, trust me on this one.
This is my first Nicole Colville book, I opened the first page not really knowing what to expect, what I do know now is, that Nicole Colville has just gained a new fan!
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It’s not an easy life but Dominque became “the best there is”, whatever the Client wanted, Dominque ensured he delivered and the Client went away, very happy. He is a Sub but after a very traumatic situation with a Client, he leaves “the scene” way behind him.
Jacob is a very successful surgeon and in his personal time, a Dom. He dreams of securing his own Sub and though he has been searching, has failed so far. Though he really enjoys doing a scene, he always keeps his distance.
An act of fate brings these two men together, immediately Jacob can see behind Dominique’s mask and tries to fight the attraction he feels towards him.
This is a bittersweet love story – it’s obvious that they are made for each other, the sex scenes are scorching hot but the Author never forgets the all important, emotional part as well, this is what makes the book stand out from all the others.
Personally, I don’t have an extensive knowledge of the BDSM scene, but I was left in no doubt that the Author did her research well, the book was extremely well written and kept my interest throughout. The MCs were fantastic and so believable.
They are both such strong characters. Though a Sub, Dominique is in no way weak or compliant and Jacob, though a Dom and seems to be in control and somewhat cold, has his own insecurities, which makes the readers understand and love him even more.
Strong and likeable MCs are always important to any storyline, but this Author enriched this particular book with some remarkable sub characters. Dominique’s sister is not only spoilt but egoistic as well, whereas Jacob’s family is just wonderful. I particularly liked Krane (Jacob’s brother) and he has his own story to tell – can’t wait for that one.
Yes, this book is connected to the Knights to Remember Series, but it can be read very successfully as a stand alone, but I’m warning you now, you are going to want to read the other books, trust me on this one.
This is my first Nicole Colville book, I opened the first page not really knowing what to expect, what I do know now is, that Nicole Colville has just gained a new fan!
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November 3, 2015
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review
This is the latest book in the Knights to Remember series but can be read as a standalone.
Dominque is a young man who has had to grow up fast since the death of his mother, leaving him at eighteen with a five bedroom house to upkeep and raise his younger sister. He needed to earn money and earn it fast which lead him to become an escort. Over the last six years he has become the most sought after at his agency but now Dominque is looking to change. He needs out of the business and a chance to be himself now this his sister is reaching adulthood. Soon she will be off to live her life so Dominque needs to start looking to his future too.
Jacob is a man in control of his life. His esteemed reputation as a leading surgeon leaves him with no time for a relationship. He relies on his one night only interaction with men, after all his career takes up his life so how could he cope with needing to care for someone. No one has ever come close to his ideal man who he has fantasised about in his deepest desires for years. But then he sees the exact real life vision that is his dream and panics. He casts his chance aside to be with the man in his haste to escape his life’s dream. However circumstances or fate push him to be with the man and even though his standoffish attitude is in full on mode, life has other plans for them both.
This was a beautiful story of two men of opposite traits, one being a nurturing and caring man and the other looking out only for his own needs. But that is until they are thrown together and their true selves who they become when they are with the person they were always meant to be with.
This was an engaging and emotive read. It was the kind of book you pick up intending to read the first chapter and then find half your day has gone by. The depth and intensity of the storyline just grabbed me and made me fall for these two gorgeous men.
I have not read all of this series but it is one I fully intend to devour. Five emotional stars.
This is the latest book in the Knights to Remember series but can be read as a standalone.
Dominque is a young man who has had to grow up fast since the death of his mother, leaving him at eighteen with a five bedroom house to upkeep and raise his younger sister. He needed to earn money and earn it fast which lead him to become an escort. Over the last six years he has become the most sought after at his agency but now Dominque is looking to change. He needs out of the business and a chance to be himself now this his sister is reaching adulthood. Soon she will be off to live her life so Dominque needs to start looking to his future too.
Jacob is a man in control of his life. His esteemed reputation as a leading surgeon leaves him with no time for a relationship. He relies on his one night only interaction with men, after all his career takes up his life so how could he cope with needing to care for someone. No one has ever come close to his ideal man who he has fantasised about in his deepest desires for years. But then he sees the exact real life vision that is his dream and panics. He casts his chance aside to be with the man in his haste to escape his life’s dream. However circumstances or fate push him to be with the man and even though his standoffish attitude is in full on mode, life has other plans for them both.
This was a beautiful story of two men of opposite traits, one being a nurturing and caring man and the other looking out only for his own needs. But that is until they are thrown together and their true selves who they become when they are with the person they were always meant to be with.
This was an engaging and emotive read. It was the kind of book you pick up intending to read the first chapter and then find half your day has gone by. The depth and intensity of the storyline just grabbed me and made me fall for these two gorgeous men.
I have not read all of this series but it is one I fully intend to devour. Five emotional stars.
November 7, 2015
*copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by author/publisher in exchange for an honest review*
I read the blurb and loved it. I read the first chapter and loved it. Then I got to Jacob's first scene, and it scared the shit out of me. I don't like bdsm, especially D/s bdsm. I don't feel asking permission for something makes you an equal partner in a relationship. I know many like/love this, and I'm in no way knocking the numerous readers who enjoy it, but I just don't care for it. The blurb didn't indicate it was bdsm, and I expressed my frustrations about this in an update on goodreads. I was pleasantly surprised to hear from the author in probably under an hour. She sent me a lovely message on goodreads, and also went out of her way to contact me on Bayou Book Junkie's fb page. She offered to replace the book with another. Apologized if she had offended me in any way, but also explained that although the book had bdsm elements, it was in fact, not a full on bdsm relationship between Jacob and Dominque. I told her I would continue to read, and I did. I'm so glad I did, because I wouldn't have wanted to miss out on this story.
I loved Dominque from the first chapter. Jacob was another story. He was cold, controlling and distant. A real jerk, but over time I fell in love with him. Both of these men have to work through some of their demons and meet in the middle. They have to find a middle ground in their relationship that will please them both.
The story was well written. The characters complex and well developed. The chemistry was phenomenal and the sex smoking hot, and plentiful!! I enjoyed the secondary characters, especially Jacob's brother, Krane. He and Jacob together had me cracking up at times.
This was a sweet, sexy, angsty and at times funny read. All in all it was a good read, but with strong elements of bdsm, that I just don't care for, but I won't remove any stars, because I don't like the subject matter. This is my first book by this author, but I'll definitely be looking into more of her books!
October 29, 2015
What lengths would you go to if you had to support your family.
For Dominque, the only option was to become a male escort.
He needed money, lots of it, to look after his sister and keep the family home where his mother had died.
Losing either wasn't an option.....
He is at the top of his game, in high demand and was making more than the other escorts put together but is beginning to think there had to be a better way to live.
An incident 2 years previously had led him to narrow his client base and also what services he provided.
Jacob is a high profile doctor. Brilliant at what he does and supports charities for children.
In private though he has a very different side, a need to dominate that he only satisfies in his club.
He doesn't feel he has the time to dedicate to a full BDSM relationship and anyway, he will never find his ideal of the perfect man.
When he decides to hire an escort for a charity dinner, although drawn to Dominque, he decides against him as he sees something there that he doesn't have time to pursue.
Unfortunately, the escort he does hire backs out and Dominque has to fill in.
Jacob is cold towards him, little does he know it's because Dominque is the man of all his dreams and fantasies rolled in to one.
When they have to meet up for more dates to keep up a front, they find themselves wanting more but Jacob doesn't know about the incident in Dominques past and he is not willing to reveal anything.
Hopefully it's something they can get past as Jacob is finding himself falling for the beautiful escort and is not prepared to share him with anyone else
They seem to be exactly what each other wants and needs.
With Jacob's support and patience, will Dominque finally reveal a side of him that Jacob knows is there.....
This is a beautifully written story about 2 men who are both hiding from what they really want.
The compassion and love between them keeps you hooked till the last page.
For Dominque, the only option was to become a male escort.
He needed money, lots of it, to look after his sister and keep the family home where his mother had died.
Losing either wasn't an option.....
He is at the top of his game, in high demand and was making more than the other escorts put together but is beginning to think there had to be a better way to live.
An incident 2 years previously had led him to narrow his client base and also what services he provided.
Jacob is a high profile doctor. Brilliant at what he does and supports charities for children.
In private though he has a very different side, a need to dominate that he only satisfies in his club.
He doesn't feel he has the time to dedicate to a full BDSM relationship and anyway, he will never find his ideal of the perfect man.
When he decides to hire an escort for a charity dinner, although drawn to Dominque, he decides against him as he sees something there that he doesn't have time to pursue.
Unfortunately, the escort he does hire backs out and Dominque has to fill in.
Jacob is cold towards him, little does he know it's because Dominque is the man of all his dreams and fantasies rolled in to one.
When they have to meet up for more dates to keep up a front, they find themselves wanting more but Jacob doesn't know about the incident in Dominques past and he is not willing to reveal anything.
Hopefully it's something they can get past as Jacob is finding himself falling for the beautiful escort and is not prepared to share him with anyone else
They seem to be exactly what each other wants and needs.
With Jacob's support and patience, will Dominque finally reveal a side of him that Jacob knows is there.....
This is a beautifully written story about 2 men who are both hiding from what they really want.
The compassion and love between them keeps you hooked till the last page.
November 5, 2015
Oh my goodness, this was really worth the wait. Gosh this story was up there with the best I have ever read of this genre. I fell in love with Dominque, who brought out the mother in me, making me want to jump through the pages and wrap him in a huge hug and make him a coffee and take all his worries away. The sacrifices he made to make his and his sisters lives as good as possible after a tragedy strikes them, was inspiring. To give up your dreams to provide for your younger sister, as they only had each other, when he was still a babe himself was so, so moving.
At first I thought Jacob was a bit of a neanderthal. He was awful to Dominque and was really not apologetic about it. I didn't think he had grounds to feel such intense feelings (not the good kind, or so I thought) for Domi. But once they interacted several times, you got to know why Jacob felt the way he did, and oh boy, did that make my heart melt for them. It was an exciting journey, as page by page, their love for each other began to emerge, and a beautiful story was told. I had to fight to put the book down, as I did not want to finish it. A lot of books have me itching to turn to the next page, but not too many have me reminiscing about the evolution of their love for each other, or have me wanting to go back to the beginning and read it again and again. This book has incited those feelings, and more. I have all these wonderful words in my head, but when it comes to writing them down, they just don't have the weight or capture the point I am trying to get across. This author does this in spades. It is a trait that I truly admire and envy, and I just want to escape into her books and not come out for a very long time. Nicole Colville, simply sublime.
At first I thought Jacob was a bit of a neanderthal. He was awful to Dominque and was really not apologetic about it. I didn't think he had grounds to feel such intense feelings (not the good kind, or so I thought) for Domi. But once they interacted several times, you got to know why Jacob felt the way he did, and oh boy, did that make my heart melt for them. It was an exciting journey, as page by page, their love for each other began to emerge, and a beautiful story was told. I had to fight to put the book down, as I did not want to finish it. A lot of books have me itching to turn to the next page, but not too many have me reminiscing about the evolution of their love for each other, or have me wanting to go back to the beginning and read it again and again. This book has incited those feelings, and more. I have all these wonderful words in my head, but when it comes to writing them down, they just don't have the weight or capture the point I am trying to get across. This author does this in spades. It is a trait that I truly admire and envy, and I just want to escape into her books and not come out for a very long time. Nicole Colville, simply sublime.
October 22, 2015
Dominque by Nicole Colville
4 stars
Triggers: BDSM, rape, death
I was given this book for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
Jacob is a wonderful Dom who wants nothing more than to find that one person who will fit his life. He is successful, cold, controlled and above else, wanting to live his life. I really enjoyed Jacob's outlook on life. He had to be caring in his job, despite his less than stellar bed side manner. He also had to be caring in order to put up with his family - whew, that's a huge crew!
Then you have Dominque. I couldn't help but love him. He was strong, fearless, caring, a great family and above else, lonely. I truly felt for him. Colville wrote his character in a way that you knew his emotions, feelings and could really feel them through the page.
I absolutely HATED his sister. I thought she had absolutely no redeeming qualities. Even towards the end, when there was more understanding on her part, there was nothing that I liked about her.
Jacob's family was awesome! I LOVED his mom. I think that in this story, his family was the redeeming quality that allowed me to truly love this story. While I enjoyed the sexual chemistry, hot sex and Dom/sub relationship that developed between Jacob and Dominque, it was really Jacob's family that pushed, pulled and created the true story.
4 stars
Triggers: BDSM, rape, death
I was given this book for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
Jacob is a wonderful Dom who wants nothing more than to find that one person who will fit his life. He is successful, cold, controlled and above else, wanting to live his life. I really enjoyed Jacob's outlook on life. He had to be caring in his job, despite his less than stellar bed side manner. He also had to be caring in order to put up with his family - whew, that's a huge crew!
Then you have Dominque. I couldn't help but love him. He was strong, fearless, caring, a great family and above else, lonely. I truly felt for him. Colville wrote his character in a way that you knew his emotions, feelings and could really feel them through the page.
I absolutely HATED his sister. I thought she had absolutely no redeeming qualities. Even towards the end, when there was more understanding on her part, there was nothing that I liked about her.
Jacob's family was awesome! I LOVED his mom. I think that in this story, his family was the redeeming quality that allowed me to truly love this story. While I enjoyed the sexual chemistry, hot sex and Dom/sub relationship that developed between Jacob and Dominque, it was really Jacob's family that pushed, pulled and created the true story.
October 29, 2015
The two main characters in this BDSM love story are Jacob, a successful Surgeon (who is also a Dom) and Dominque an escort for a high class service (he’s also a sub). Now, Dominque is trying to raise his sister and to do that he needs money so he makes the ultimate sacrifice to do so… control over his own body. His past isn’t the happiest but he remains so unbelievably strong!
Jacob is cold, all professional, unwilling to love a partner. Of course a last minute change brings Jacob face to face with Dominque… the last escort he wanted because it forces Jacob to accept love.
These are two men entering something they never have before… a relationship. Jacob gives Dominque so much of what he misses: a family, love, and the ability to submit again. In return Dominque gives Jacob love, understanding, control, and his heart. It’s a very beautiful story where we see the BDSM lifestyle mixing with everyday life. I love how it wasn’t easy and organizing the two lives to entwine with everything.
Nicole Colville wrote a story with wonderful characters. She had me worried a few times but in the end she came through.
Jacob is cold, all professional, unwilling to love a partner. Of course a last minute change brings Jacob face to face with Dominque… the last escort he wanted because it forces Jacob to accept love.
These are two men entering something they never have before… a relationship. Jacob gives Dominque so much of what he misses: a family, love, and the ability to submit again. In return Dominque gives Jacob love, understanding, control, and his heart. It’s a very beautiful story where we see the BDSM lifestyle mixing with everyday life. I love how it wasn’t easy and organizing the two lives to entwine with everything.
Nicole Colville wrote a story with wonderful characters. She had me worried a few times but in the end she came through.
October 28, 2015
Dominque is my first ever book from Nicole Colville and I must say I am very very intrigued with this author and her writing style. I adored Jacob and Dominque.
When 18 year old Dominque's mother passes he is left with a mountain of debt and a younger sister to take care of. To save their childhood home, and to put his sister through school he is left with no choice but to escort. It quick money and lots of it. He quickly becomes the most sought after escort. Everyone loves Dominque.
Jacob is a surgeon and a dominate. He knows he is missing out on certian things in his life, but with his hectic schedule he has no time for love. When he finds himself in need of a date Jacob calls requesting an escort for a charity function. The only things is he does not want Dominque. When Dominque shows up at the function he is very put off by this fact. He feels an unwanted attraction to Dominque, one he doesn't want or have time for.
This was a great read.
Christy
Radical Reads Book Blog
ARC Kindly provided in exchange for my honest review.
When 18 year old Dominque's mother passes he is left with a mountain of debt and a younger sister to take care of. To save their childhood home, and to put his sister through school he is left with no choice but to escort. It quick money and lots of it. He quickly becomes the most sought after escort. Everyone loves Dominque.
Jacob is a surgeon and a dominate. He knows he is missing out on certian things in his life, but with his hectic schedule he has no time for love. When he finds himself in need of a date Jacob calls requesting an escort for a charity function. The only things is he does not want Dominque. When Dominque shows up at the function he is very put off by this fact. He feels an unwanted attraction to Dominque, one he doesn't want or have time for.
This was a great read.
Christy
Radical Reads Book Blog
ARC Kindly provided in exchange for my honest review.
November 1, 2015
An ARC was provided and received in exchange for an honest review.
5 "Knights to Definitely Remember" stars
This was honestly one of my favorite M/M books! I loved Jacob & Dominque! They were absolutely perfect for each other. This novel is part of the Knights to Remember, which fits as this story will not be forgotten. It is a complete standalone novel, although I believe it will leave you wanting more. Both Jacob and Dominque were truly real life Knights. Dominque sold his body as an escort to provide for him and his sister after his mother got sick and died from cancer while his Dad just left. Jacob was an excellent surgeon that lived for work until he found his Boy. This book has love, heartbreak and lots of hot sex with wonderful BDSM elements. I loved this book and all the characters from start to finish. I fell in love with this author and will not only continue the series but will read the previous ones also. She has definitely made herself a new fan with this one! Lose yourself in this story today.
5 "Knights to Definitely Remember" stars
This was honestly one of my favorite M/M books! I loved Jacob & Dominque! They were absolutely perfect for each other. This novel is part of the Knights to Remember, which fits as this story will not be forgotten. It is a complete standalone novel, although I believe it will leave you wanting more. Both Jacob and Dominque were truly real life Knights. Dominque sold his body as an escort to provide for him and his sister after his mother got sick and died from cancer while his Dad just left. Jacob was an excellent surgeon that lived for work until he found his Boy. This book has love, heartbreak and lots of hot sex with wonderful BDSM elements. I loved this book and all the characters from start to finish. I fell in love with this author and will not only continue the series but will read the previous ones also. She has definitely made herself a new fan with this one! Lose yourself in this story today.
November 9, 2015
4.5 out of 5 stars
Description ~
What does it cost to sell yourself? Your body? Your heart? Your soul?
At eighteen, with no job, no money, and a young sister to care for, becoming an escort seemed the perfect answer, but by the age of twenty four, Dominque is left wondering how he can break free of his ‘short term’ solution.
Jacob is at the top of his profession, leaving him with no time or desire for a relationship. Caring for another person full time isn’t on his agenda, but that soon changes when fate steps in and offers him the chance of something more.
Unable to forget the intriguing brunette after their first date, Jacob is enticed to spend more time with Dominque, seeking to put the pain of the past behind them, and bring peace to the wounded bird who captivated him so easily. Only through gaining his trust can Jacob hope to set him free.
It’s not just the clients who pay.
My Review ~
To come!
Description ~
What does it cost to sell yourself? Your body? Your heart? Your soul?
At eighteen, with no job, no money, and a young sister to care for, becoming an escort seemed the perfect answer, but by the age of twenty four, Dominque is left wondering how he can break free of his ‘short term’ solution.
Jacob is at the top of his profession, leaving him with no time or desire for a relationship. Caring for another person full time isn’t on his agenda, but that soon changes when fate steps in and offers him the chance of something more.
Unable to forget the intriguing brunette after their first date, Jacob is enticed to spend more time with Dominque, seeking to put the pain of the past behind them, and bring peace to the wounded bird who captivated him so easily. Only through gaining his trust can Jacob hope to set him free.
It’s not just the clients who pay.
My Review ~
To come!
October 29, 2015
This book was ok, but not outstanding. I liked the characters, both primary and secondary. Dominique was so wounded and it was lovely to see him heal through the course of the book. Jacob was a very caring and nurturing person, even if he doesn't show it in the most conventional way. I liked these two together.
Pros:
-lovely characters
-HEA
-good relationship between the characters
-wounded men who aren't written as chicks with dicks
Cons:
-sometimes the dialogue is really awkward
-insta-love
-random and excessive hard-ons for no apparent reason
-at times the sex became repetitive and easy to skim though
-too many flowery professions of love and devotion
-a lot of typos, especially towards the end
Overall, I'd say it was worth the price provided the BDSM aspect doesn't throw you off. If it were more expensive I might have rated it half a star lower, but as it stands it is appropriately priced for the quality of the story.
Pros:
-lovely characters
-HEA
-good relationship between the characters
-wounded men who aren't written as chicks with dicks
Cons:
-sometimes the dialogue is really awkward
-insta-love
-random and excessive hard-ons for no apparent reason
-at times the sex became repetitive and easy to skim though
-too many flowery professions of love and devotion
-a lot of typos, especially towards the end
Overall, I'd say it was worth the price provided the BDSM aspect doesn't throw you off. If it were more expensive I might have rated it half a star lower, but as it stands it is appropriately priced for the quality of the story.
November 3, 2015
This was my first book by this author, and it won't be my last, I absolutely loved this book. It was beautifully written. The main characters, Dominque and Jacob had so much depth to them. This is a m/m love story and also has some BDSM scenes.
The basic story line is Dominque at 18 becomes a male escort to support himself and younger sister after losing their mum to cancer, he spends 6 years working for one of the top escort agency's and eventually meets Jacob, now Jacob is a 34 year old surgeon who is also a Dom, he has a dream of one day having a sub to 'play' with but also someone who he can spend the rest of his life with. Things don't start off easy for these two, and they have plenty of heartache along the way.
It is a beautiful love story with plenty of steamy moments, and a few laughs along the way.
Definitely a new author to add to my list.
#abfablesley
The basic story line is Dominque at 18 becomes a male escort to support himself and younger sister after losing their mum to cancer, he spends 6 years working for one of the top escort agency's and eventually meets Jacob, now Jacob is a 34 year old surgeon who is also a Dom, he has a dream of one day having a sub to 'play' with but also someone who he can spend the rest of his life with. Things don't start off easy for these two, and they have plenty of heartache along the way.
It is a beautiful love story with plenty of steamy moments, and a few laughs along the way.
Definitely a new author to add to my list.
#abfablesley
November 7, 2015
Wow !! Dominque and Jacob really are a match made in heaven as they are both what the other needs and for different reasons. Even though at first Dominque thinks Jacob doesn't like him after their first date/meeting, which is unplanned doesn't go exactly how Dominque thought it would they're both sort of railroaded into meeting again. Jacob can see more of Dominque than he'd care to share but this work's well especially when unexpected family interference leads to them having to spend more time together. Even though Jacob comes across as not wanting this its so far from the truth but can they work through Dominques past issues and his job ?? Will Jacob be able to heal him ??? This story had so many emotions in it and some brilliant side characters who really made me laugh. Such a beautiful but at times sad story. Absolutely loved it !!
October 30, 2015
~I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Inked Rainbow Reads Review Team~
I loved this book! Dominque works as an escort to help raise his sister, he has been doing it for six years but wants more out of life. Jacob knows what he wants in life, he has the perfect person in his mind but he just can’t find him in real life. Needing a date he logs onto a website. When Dominque is suggested to be his date he instantly says NO, he is too perfect. Well, when the escort he want backs out at the last minute Dominque goes, knowing Jacob will be disappointed but nothing can be done about it. The sparks are instant with these two. I mean INSTANT. I don’t’ want to ruin anything but this was one hot book with lots of heart too. Highly recommend.
I loved this book! Dominque works as an escort to help raise his sister, he has been doing it for six years but wants more out of life. Jacob knows what he wants in life, he has the perfect person in his mind but he just can’t find him in real life. Needing a date he logs onto a website. When Dominque is suggested to be his date he instantly says NO, he is too perfect. Well, when the escort he want backs out at the last minute Dominque goes, knowing Jacob will be disappointed but nothing can be done about it. The sparks are instant with these two. I mean INSTANT. I don’t’ want to ruin anything but this was one hot book with lots of heart too. Highly recommend.
March 30, 2016
I haven't had a chance to read the Knights to Remember series, but feel like this is a stand-alone. It makes me want to read the series next! I've only read Discovering Dalton, but since I really liked it; I decided to read this. The book alternates between Dominque and Jacob's point of view, which I felt gave me the whole story. I was wondering how the BDSM aspect was going to work, but the author did a great job of setting up a backstory, so when it happened, it was seamless. I can't wait to read Krane and Bailey's story next!
August 23, 2016
The story in a sentence - Jacob is a well respected Dom who felt compelled to heal the wounded sub in Domnique and in so doing, finds his perfect other half. Jacob and Domnique are so perfect for each other their compatibility goes deeper than just a shared sexual proclivity. They set my kindle on fire each time they do the dirty (vanilla or otherwise) and their snoggings were equally passionate and unrestrained. Characters falling in love within an unbelivably short time span is a pet peeve of mine but these two are such passionate beings I expected nothing less.
October 25, 2015
Nicole Colville my new fave!!
I have read her Ménage series and now I have read Dominique!!! What a treat!!!! I can't wait to read the next one in this series!!! This book was full of love and kink!!! I loved it an recommend that others buy this book! You won't be able to put it down!!
I have read her Ménage series and now I have read Dominique!!! What a treat!!!! I can't wait to read the next one in this series!!! This book was full of love and kink!!! I loved it an recommend that others buy this book! You won't be able to put it down!!
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