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Desires #1
What He Needs
MM Romance
A Disillusioned Dom
A Devastated Sub
When Craig walks into the first kink club he’s been in for months, the last thing he expects to see is his former Dom, Tim, wearing a collar. If learning his ex is a switch isn’t shocking enough, Craig quickly finds himself on the wrong side of his ex's Dom. When the reunion turns ugly, another Dom swoops in and saves the day, and Craig is too shaken to argue when the sweet Dom steps in and takes care of him.
Alan noticed the boy the minute he walked into his club. It was hard not to. He was beautiful, sad, and fully clothed. Once the boy is in Alan’s arms he knows he doesn’t want to let him go, maybe ever. He worries that even though his hardcore Dom days are behind him, his experience will scare Craig and he’ll lose the chance to have something real with him.
Their relationship quickly heats up, but Craig can’t stop wondering if an inexperienced sub will be enough for a seasoned Dom in the long run.
A Disillusioned Dom
A Devastated Sub
When Craig walks into the first kink club he’s been in for months, the last thing he expects to see is his former Dom, Tim, wearing a collar. If learning his ex is a switch isn’t shocking enough, Craig quickly finds himself on the wrong side of his ex's Dom. When the reunion turns ugly, another Dom swoops in and saves the day, and Craig is too shaken to argue when the sweet Dom steps in and takes care of him.
Alan noticed the boy the minute he walked into his club. It was hard not to. He was beautiful, sad, and fully clothed. Once the boy is in Alan’s arms he knows he doesn’t want to let him go, maybe ever. He worries that even though his hardcore Dom days are behind him, his experience will scare Craig and he’ll lose the chance to have something real with him.
Their relationship quickly heats up, but Craig can’t stop wondering if an inexperienced sub will be enough for a seasoned Dom in the long run.
178 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 28, 2017
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E.M. Denning
96 books543 followersEM Denning has more than twenty romance novels under her belt and has become an author you can rely on to bring you emotionally endearing, soft and fuzzy, stories. She is well known among her friends for her love of naps and sarcasm. She spends her free time reading as many romance novels as she can get her hands on.
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December 15, 2017
2.5 stars
This could have been amazing, but despite the promising blurb I didn’t particularly like it.
Craig is finally ready to move on after his boyfriend/Dom left him 18 months ago without a word. He is not ready to see that ex-boyfriend in the first club Craig enters. And look at that, Tim is wearing a collar. His old Dom is now a sub apparently.
When Tim tries to talk to Craig, Tim’s new Dom gets angry with Craig and wants to teach him a lesson. And that’s when Craig is rescued by Alan, the club owner.
Alan doesn’t know what’s going on, but he decides to take Craig home with him, since the boy obviously needs someone to take care of him…
I should have really liked this. This had all the ingredients of a great hurt/comfort book with some kink mixed in. But I never felt all that connected. Alan was supposed to be the Dom who would take charge and rescue Craig, and while he indeed did that, I constantly felt like these two were merely playing Dom and sub. Like they both had to try really hard to fit into those roles.
I also thought Craig was a bit too rigid in his feelings towards Tim. He was completely unforgiving to the point that he didn’t even had the patience to let Tim explain anything. I could understand that if it left Craig cold, but he was still so angry about the whole situation. The least he could do is have a talk with Tim. And even when Tim did indeed explain things, Craig was still mad at him. I found him a bit too stubborn in that.
And don’t get me started about the Daddy kink. I’m all for a good Daddy kink, but this just felt wrong and out of place.
Overall I can’t say I enjoyed this BDSM story. It had a lot of potential, but I never felt that extra 'something' you feel when you read an amazing book.
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An ARC of What He Needs was generously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
This could have been amazing, but despite the promising blurb I didn’t particularly like it.
Craig is finally ready to move on after his boyfriend/Dom left him 18 months ago without a word. He is not ready to see that ex-boyfriend in the first club Craig enters. And look at that, Tim is wearing a collar. His old Dom is now a sub apparently.
When Tim tries to talk to Craig, Tim’s new Dom gets angry with Craig and wants to teach him a lesson. And that’s when Craig is rescued by Alan, the club owner.
Alan doesn’t know what’s going on, but he decides to take Craig home with him, since the boy obviously needs someone to take care of him…
I should have really liked this. This had all the ingredients of a great hurt/comfort book with some kink mixed in. But I never felt all that connected. Alan was supposed to be the Dom who would take charge and rescue Craig, and while he indeed did that, I constantly felt like these two were merely playing Dom and sub. Like they both had to try really hard to fit into those roles.
I also thought Craig was a bit too rigid in his feelings towards Tim. He was completely unforgiving to the point that he didn’t even had the patience to let Tim explain anything. I could understand that if it left Craig cold, but he was still so angry about the whole situation. The least he could do is have a talk with Tim. And even when Tim did indeed explain things, Craig was still mad at him. I found him a bit too stubborn in that.
And don’t get me started about the Daddy kink. I’m all for a good Daddy kink, but this just felt wrong and out of place.
Overall I can’t say I enjoyed this BDSM story. It had a lot of potential, but I never felt that extra 'something' you feel when you read an amazing book.
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An ARC of What He Needs was generously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
September 2, 2018
Very sweet tale.
The characters are well done, and I found the plot quite creative. There are some nice, unexpected twists that I enjoyed.
I didn't knock off anything from my rating, but it definitely could use a proof reader. It's too bad since it did distract a bit from the story for me. I'd still recommend it though, for those who need a BDSM light story.
The characters are well done, and I found the plot quite creative. There are some nice, unexpected twists that I enjoyed.
I didn't knock off anything from my rating, but it definitely could use a proof reader. It's too bad since it did distract a bit from the story for me. I'd still recommend it though, for those who need a BDSM light story.
December 2, 2017
I’m a sucker for gushy-fluffy-lovey-dovey romance and this book definitely delivered. That is all.
April 12, 2018
Instalove, instaDom and instaDaddy - it was way too quick and seriously fluffy
November 28, 2017
I love BDSM books of most types from the heavy pain inflicting kind to the subtler like What He Needs. Where the Sub wants someone to lead, care and protect them. I am surprised to find out that this is the author’s first MM novel.
So, we begin with poor Craig, whose Dom left him 18 months ago, with no notes of explanation. Craig knew their relationship was starting to fail, but for Tim to leave without even trying to mend things, this not only broke Craig’s heart but left him mentally scared, believing he was not a good sub, that he did not give himself enough to Tim.
He finally has built up his courage to go to a BDSM Club, the only one that he has not been in with Tim, as he does not want anything to remind him of Tim. But Fate can be cruel as he soon finds out when Tim comes over to speak to him. Craig is shocked to the core, not only by meeting Tim, but that Tim is wearing a Collar and is followed by a Dom.
This freaks Craig out and causes a scene when he bluntly shuns Tim. Tim’s Dom thinks Craig is disrespecting him through his actions towards his sub.
Could things get any worse? Thankfully not, As Alan the club owner, comes over to find out what is going on. Alan soon realises something is very wrong, and warns Tim and his Dom to stay away from Craig.
Seeing how distraught Craig is, Alans Dom side kicks in, he wants to protect Craig, but is also aware that Craig is not his, so is careful not to push the guy too much.
When Craig intervenes, and stops the incident in the club, Craig is so thankful. There is an instant attraction between the two men, but neither dares to do anything about it. Craig because he feels like he is a failure as a sub. And Alan because he is bored with the endless line of Subs that just want hard core BDSM, when he wants more, he wants a lover as well as a sub.
We follow Craig and Alan as they navigate their mutual attraction and needs from each other. For them to have a future, they must prove to each other that they are all that they want and need from each other. Craig feels protected, wanted and loved when he is in Alans company. And Alan feels alive in a way he has not felt in a long time. He is amazed at how Craig’s body reacts to his every touch and how natural Craig’s submission is, but most of all the love that grows between them.
I loved the strength the Craig finds to help Tim when he needs help, but to stay strong and tell Tim that he needs help and that he has helped him but that it does not mean he still has feelings for him.
The book is about finding trust and strength, and understanding. I found the book authentic and well written and look forward to following EM Denning’s MM novels.
So, we begin with poor Craig, whose Dom left him 18 months ago, with no notes of explanation. Craig knew their relationship was starting to fail, but for Tim to leave without even trying to mend things, this not only broke Craig’s heart but left him mentally scared, believing he was not a good sub, that he did not give himself enough to Tim.
He finally has built up his courage to go to a BDSM Club, the only one that he has not been in with Tim, as he does not want anything to remind him of Tim. But Fate can be cruel as he soon finds out when Tim comes over to speak to him. Craig is shocked to the core, not only by meeting Tim, but that Tim is wearing a Collar and is followed by a Dom.
This freaks Craig out and causes a scene when he bluntly shuns Tim. Tim’s Dom thinks Craig is disrespecting him through his actions towards his sub.
Could things get any worse? Thankfully not, As Alan the club owner, comes over to find out what is going on. Alan soon realises something is very wrong, and warns Tim and his Dom to stay away from Craig.
Seeing how distraught Craig is, Alans Dom side kicks in, he wants to protect Craig, but is also aware that Craig is not his, so is careful not to push the guy too much.
When Craig intervenes, and stops the incident in the club, Craig is so thankful. There is an instant attraction between the two men, but neither dares to do anything about it. Craig because he feels like he is a failure as a sub. And Alan because he is bored with the endless line of Subs that just want hard core BDSM, when he wants more, he wants a lover as well as a sub.
We follow Craig and Alan as they navigate their mutual attraction and needs from each other. For them to have a future, they must prove to each other that they are all that they want and need from each other. Craig feels protected, wanted and loved when he is in Alans company. And Alan feels alive in a way he has not felt in a long time. He is amazed at how Craig’s body reacts to his every touch and how natural Craig’s submission is, but most of all the love that grows between them.
I loved the strength the Craig finds to help Tim when he needs help, but to stay strong and tell Tim that he needs help and that he has helped him but that it does not mean he still has feelings for him.
The book is about finding trust and strength, and understanding. I found the book authentic and well written and look forward to following EM Denning’s MM novels.
November 29, 2017
This was a new to me author and boy am I glad to have had the chance to find a new author to enjoy. This book is about acceptance and what that means to each person. It's kinky and sexy and you just fall in love with Alan from the first moment he speaks. Now I am dying to see what happens with the next book. If you like a little Daddy kink you are going to enjoy this book!
January 7, 2018
Meh
This book isn't terrible, but there isn't really anything worthwhile to recommend it, either. Instalove, shallow dialogue, saccharine sweetness, and very little conflict. I was bored through most of it, and had it been longer, I probably wouldn't have even bothered finishing it.
This book isn't terrible, but there isn't really anything worthwhile to recommend it, either. Instalove, shallow dialogue, saccharine sweetness, and very little conflict. I was bored through most of it, and had it been longer, I probably wouldn't have even bothered finishing it.
December 12, 2017
This was just OK for me - the level of kink and heat was good, and the emotional connection between the characters was there, but there was so much emphasis placed on both Craig and Alan's previous relationships that it overshadowed their own story. Literally every date and conversation between Craig and Alan gets compared to Craig and his ex, or Alan and his.
May 27, 2018
I really enjoyed Alan and Craigs story! I enjoy reading BDSM and this had some of that in it. But it was a little different than I am used to and it was nice to see a more sweet side. I am super excited because I feel like the book set up to have multiple books in this series with the side characters. There is a little bit of insta-love in this novel but I think that it works because the two main characters are perfect for one another. Cannot wait to read more!
December 6, 2021
This is the first book by this author but it certainly won't be the last....This is a light bdsm story between Craig and Alan....Alan steps in when Craig's ex confronts him in Alan's club.....This was done really really well and I loved how Alan took care of Craig...How they fitted together.....Craig's ex was a horrible man how he left Craig and how he treated him.....I really do think this author can go far with her MM books x
November 28, 2017
Review
My Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
What He Needs by E.M. Dennng is the first book in the Desires Series. This novel is a MM romance that has BDSM, a Daddy/little relationship and D/s Relationships in it. Craig is a new submissive who was hurt by Tim, his ex boyfriend/Dom,18 months prior to the start of this story. Alan is the owner of a kink club as well as an experienced Dom who was hurt by his ex boyfriend/submissive, Mike.
Craig was never into the club scene. He detested going to them, yet Tim had dragged him to them repeatedly. In an attempt to move on from the past and find what he was needing, Craig finds himself in Alan’s Club. One that he never would have expected Tim to be at. Much to Craig’s shock and dismay, Tim was there, collared and a submissive to his new partner, Paul. As the hurt came forward in Craig and bubbled to the surface then exploded outward, Paul became irate at Craig for the language and attitude that was given toward Tim.
Enter Alan. Sweet Dom Alan who is determined to get down to the bottom of what was going on. Instinctively he knew that Paul and Tim were behind the problem yet Alan had no clue what what or why. Finally getting the situation under control then forcing Paul and Tim to leave, Alan took Craig into his office to help settle the boy down. Things progressed from there. When I say progress, Boy do I mean progress.
While I don’t want to give away any more spoilers about what happens, I will say that within the pages of this story, I found myself falling in love with Daddy Alan and little Craig. At the same time, I developed a deep dislike bordering on hatred for Tim and in the end Paul and Mike as well. Many times I wanted to knock Tim and Mike upside the back of the head for hurting Alan and Craig the way they did.
I will say that there were a couple minor editing issues where a word was left in that probably should have been taken out but that did in no way take away from my enjoyment of this book. I give What He Needs 4.5 stars and look forward to reading more in this series.
My Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
What He Needs by E.M. Dennng is the first book in the Desires Series. This novel is a MM romance that has BDSM, a Daddy/little relationship and D/s Relationships in it. Craig is a new submissive who was hurt by Tim, his ex boyfriend/Dom,18 months prior to the start of this story. Alan is the owner of a kink club as well as an experienced Dom who was hurt by his ex boyfriend/submissive, Mike.
Craig was never into the club scene. He detested going to them, yet Tim had dragged him to them repeatedly. In an attempt to move on from the past and find what he was needing, Craig finds himself in Alan’s Club. One that he never would have expected Tim to be at. Much to Craig’s shock and dismay, Tim was there, collared and a submissive to his new partner, Paul. As the hurt came forward in Craig and bubbled to the surface then exploded outward, Paul became irate at Craig for the language and attitude that was given toward Tim.
Enter Alan. Sweet Dom Alan who is determined to get down to the bottom of what was going on. Instinctively he knew that Paul and Tim were behind the problem yet Alan had no clue what what or why. Finally getting the situation under control then forcing Paul and Tim to leave, Alan took Craig into his office to help settle the boy down. Things progressed from there. When I say progress, Boy do I mean progress.
While I don’t want to give away any more spoilers about what happens, I will say that within the pages of this story, I found myself falling in love with Daddy Alan and little Craig. At the same time, I developed a deep dislike bordering on hatred for Tim and in the end Paul and Mike as well. Many times I wanted to knock Tim and Mike upside the back of the head for hurting Alan and Craig the way they did.
I will say that there were a couple minor editing issues where a word was left in that probably should have been taken out but that did in no way take away from my enjoyment of this book. I give What He Needs 4.5 stars and look forward to reading more in this series.
December 18, 2017
It was just ok
I kind of have a thing for Daddy/Boy kink, but this didn’t feel very kinky. Kneeling a few times and calling someone Daddy doesn’t not make a Daddy kink book. Also, Craig was pretty whinny.
I kind of have a thing for Daddy/Boy kink, but this didn’t feel very kinky. Kneeling a few times and calling someone Daddy doesn’t not make a Daddy kink book. Also, Craig was pretty whinny.
September 9, 2018
Needs Met!
A tale of looking for something and finding what you need, that describes the pairing of Craig & Alan. It could also be called insta-relationship! It seemed fast pace...love at first kneel 😆 I did like the MC’s chemistry, the co-characters and EM Denning writing style. Okay...I plan to read the next installment!
A tale of looking for something and finding what you need, that describes the pairing of Craig & Alan. It could also be called insta-relationship! It seemed fast pace...love at first kneel 😆 I did like the MC’s chemistry, the co-characters and EM Denning writing style. Okay...I plan to read the next installment!
November 30, 2017
Yeah, I liked this one. I liked this one so much I want more. I want everyone else's stories.
I want more of Craig and Alan, too, so I hope they show up in the other books.
I loved these characters. I could really feel what they felt. Lost, found, bumps in the road.
I want more of Craig and Alan, too, so I hope they show up in the other books.
I loved these characters. I could really feel what they felt. Lost, found, bumps in the road.
December 26, 2017
At the beginning I felt sorry for Craig, but as the book continued, he just got more and more annoying. He was such a drama queen, and I did not like the way he handled Tim in later scenes. So I lost all my sympathy for him. I liked Alan though, and liked their unconventional relationship. Pity then, that in the end I really couldn't stand Craig.
November 30, 2017
Really enjoy this book. Well written, feels real.
Just, a few typos and missing words.
Loved him!!
Can't wait to read more in the series.
Just, a few typos and missing words.
Loved him!!
Can't wait to read more in the series.
December 22, 2017
Hot
What can I say?! Absolutely loved this book, two men who thought they were broken finding what the need together. Super hot but also sweet in places too
What can I say?! Absolutely loved this book, two men who thought they were broken finding what the need together. Super hot but also sweet in places too
June 5, 2020
Recensione a cura di Raksha per Feel the Book
Craig vuole ricominciare a vivere, ha bisogno di dimenticare il passato, di eliminare Tim dalla sua testa, di ritrovare serenità e bellezza insieme a un altro uomo oltre che insieme a se stesso.
Craig è stato lasciato all’improvviso e per troppi mesi si è sentito insignificante, incompetente, una nullità, ma vuole che la musica cambi. Con coraggio, affronta la sua vita e vince incontrando Alan.
Craig è un sottomesso alla prime armi, un ragazzo che ama compiacere, un cucciolo alla ricerca di un uomo che si prenda cura di lui e che lo ami davvero. Vuole dimostrare di essere capace, di essere degno, di poter rendere felice il suo Daddy. Le sue paure e insicurezze però cozzano fortemente con queste buone intenzioni.
Alan è un Dom che ha perso se stesso e l’interesse verso questo stile di vita, ma quando si trova davanti Craig il suo mondo subisce una scossa e finalmente qualcosa sembra andare nel verso giusto.
Con infinita pazienza, Alan accompagna Craig nella riscoperta della serenità e delle sue capacità, gli dimostra che non c’è nulla di sbagliato in lui e che insieme sono perfetti, nonostante i limiti personali.
L’attrazione tra i due uomini è fin da subito molto forte e dopo poco tempo entrambi sentono di essere pronti per approfondire il loro rapporto parlando di amore. È un colpo di fulmine, un legame forgiato da un semplice gesto di sottomissione dovuto a un ordine sussurrato.
Il testo è scorrevole e la lettura è molto veloce.
I personaggi sono semplici, il contesto lievemente descritto e le dinamiche molto rapide nello svolgimento. Il sesso, descritto nei particolari, non è volgare e nemmeno particolarmente aggressivo.
Un racconto delizioso, non impegnativo: una piacevole, breve compagnia.
Editing a cura di Cleo.
Craig vuole ricominciare a vivere, ha bisogno di dimenticare il passato, di eliminare Tim dalla sua testa, di ritrovare serenità e bellezza insieme a un altro uomo oltre che insieme a se stesso.
Craig è stato lasciato all’improvviso e per troppi mesi si è sentito insignificante, incompetente, una nullità, ma vuole che la musica cambi. Con coraggio, affronta la sua vita e vince incontrando Alan.
Craig è un sottomesso alla prime armi, un ragazzo che ama compiacere, un cucciolo alla ricerca di un uomo che si prenda cura di lui e che lo ami davvero. Vuole dimostrare di essere capace, di essere degno, di poter rendere felice il suo Daddy. Le sue paure e insicurezze però cozzano fortemente con queste buone intenzioni.
Alan è un Dom che ha perso se stesso e l’interesse verso questo stile di vita, ma quando si trova davanti Craig il suo mondo subisce una scossa e finalmente qualcosa sembra andare nel verso giusto.
Con infinita pazienza, Alan accompagna Craig nella riscoperta della serenità e delle sue capacità, gli dimostra che non c’è nulla di sbagliato in lui e che insieme sono perfetti, nonostante i limiti personali.
L’attrazione tra i due uomini è fin da subito molto forte e dopo poco tempo entrambi sentono di essere pronti per approfondire il loro rapporto parlando di amore. È un colpo di fulmine, un legame forgiato da un semplice gesto di sottomissione dovuto a un ordine sussurrato.
Il testo è scorrevole e la lettura è molto veloce.
I personaggi sono semplici, il contesto lievemente descritto e le dinamiche molto rapide nello svolgimento. Il sesso, descritto nei particolari, non è volgare e nemmeno particolarmente aggressivo.
Un racconto delizioso, non impegnativo: una piacevole, breve compagnia.
Editing a cura di Cleo.
January 17, 2020
Oh, but I enjoyed this! WHAT HE NEEDS is the first in the Desires series and it introduces us to some great characters, a lot of whom I can't wait to hear more about!
Craig was with Tim until he wasn't. He came home and Tim just wasn't there. He'd quit his job, changed his phone, etc. Craig was devastated as he didn't know why. Fast forward eighteen months later and he is determined to move forward. He goes to the one club he and Tim never went to and finds more than he thought.
I loved this so much. Craig is a newbie to the BDSM world but, when he was with Tim, found his place as a submissive. Tim wanted different things than Craig though, which becomes clear as the book progresses. Alan is the owner of the club who just can't be bothered anymore. Together, Craig and Alan provide each other with what they want AND need. Alan is the strong, stalwart one in the relationship. Craig is the character that seems to change and grow more, coming to realise that what he had with Tim wasn't all that, and what he has with Alan is so much more. Yes, it moves fast, but the story acknowledges that and it is part of the storyline.
From the first word to the last, I was kept glued to the pages. I loved Craig and Alan's story and can't wait to read more.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Craig was with Tim until he wasn't. He came home and Tim just wasn't there. He'd quit his job, changed his phone, etc. Craig was devastated as he didn't know why. Fast forward eighteen months later and he is determined to move forward. He goes to the one club he and Tim never went to and finds more than he thought.
I loved this so much. Craig is a newbie to the BDSM world but, when he was with Tim, found his place as a submissive. Tim wanted different things than Craig though, which becomes clear as the book progresses. Alan is the owner of the club who just can't be bothered anymore. Together, Craig and Alan provide each other with what they want AND need. Alan is the strong, stalwart one in the relationship. Craig is the character that seems to change and grow more, coming to realise that what he had with Tim wasn't all that, and what he has with Alan is so much more. Yes, it moves fast, but the story acknowledges that and it is part of the storyline.
From the first word to the last, I was kept glued to the pages. I loved Craig and Alan's story and can't wait to read more.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
February 1, 2018
A little Daddy kink
This wasn’t too bad but not one of the best BDSM novels I’ve read. It moved very fast and wasn’t drawn out, which was good, but moved the relationship right into insta-love, within a couple of days. Not that they said it but they thought it. It’s very mild BDSM with a just a little bondage but the Daddy kink isn’t anything that appeals to me. The emotional, weepy Craig, still wound up after a year and a half since losing his boyfriend, sounded younger than he was, even without calling Alan Daddy.
I got the impression while reading, that the authors experience with BDSM and kink is entirely academic. It sounded okay but not like something learned outside of research. Maybe I’m offbase, but that was my impression. There wasn’t much in the way of plot and the situation with Craig and Tim didn’t feel natural. Neither did Alan and Craig as a couple. There wasn’t much spark and I really wasn’t feeling them. Sorry, just a mediocre read for me.
This wasn’t too bad but not one of the best BDSM novels I’ve read. It moved very fast and wasn’t drawn out, which was good, but moved the relationship right into insta-love, within a couple of days. Not that they said it but they thought it. It’s very mild BDSM with a just a little bondage but the Daddy kink isn’t anything that appeals to me. The emotional, weepy Craig, still wound up after a year and a half since losing his boyfriend, sounded younger than he was, even without calling Alan Daddy.
I got the impression while reading, that the authors experience with BDSM and kink is entirely academic. It sounded okay but not like something learned outside of research. Maybe I’m offbase, but that was my impression. There wasn’t much in the way of plot and the situation with Craig and Tim didn’t feel natural. Neither did Alan and Craig as a couple. There wasn’t much spark and I really wasn’t feeling them. Sorry, just a mediocre read for me.
November 30, 2017
Sweet, touching story. Found that the characters drew me in, wanting to know what happened next. What happens to them, to the others. How did they get where they were.
Found myself cheering for Craig and Alan. Disliking Tim and Mike Wanting to know more about Steve and Matt.
Had a hard time putting it down. The story answers your questions regarding the background of the characters. How they developed to who they were in the story How the main characters found what they were searching for. Ended up falling in love with Craig and Alan. Watching them find one another ,find what each needed. Beautiful story. Cannot wait for the next one.
Found myself cheering for Craig and Alan. Disliking Tim and Mike Wanting to know more about Steve and Matt.
Had a hard time putting it down. The story answers your questions regarding the background of the characters. How they developed to who they were in the story How the main characters found what they were searching for. Ended up falling in love with Craig and Alan. Watching them find one another ,find what each needed. Beautiful story. Cannot wait for the next one.
November 28, 2017
I enjoyed this book. I've read Daddy kink books in the past but haven't really gotten into them. This one held my interest. Craig goes to a club hoping that he can find someone to help him get over his last disastrous relationship, but knowing that it will probably not happen. He is on the verge of leaving when his worst nightmare appears before him.
Alan, the owner of the club is going through his life by rote. Knowing he's not happy but not sure what to do about it.
When they meet their worlds fall into place. Alan comes to realize Craig may be the sub he's been seeking for so long. Craig thinks Alan can become the Daddy he so desperately needs.
These men find the strength they need in each other. Enjoy.
Alan, the owner of the club is going through his life by rote. Knowing he's not happy but not sure what to do about it.
When they meet their worlds fall into place. Alan comes to realize Craig may be the sub he's been seeking for so long. Craig thinks Alan can become the Daddy he so desperately needs.
These men find the strength they need in each other. Enjoy.
October 11, 2020
This book wasn't what I expected, and to be honest, not what I hoped for either. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't bad. I did like it. The characters were interesting and the premise was good, but it was just a lot of "too", lol Almost too sweet, there was too much instalove (on both sides) and one of my pet peeves in BDSM: too much of "instinctively knowing what he needed" going on.
July 20, 2022
Voto: 3.5
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June 23, 2021
It's not earth shaking, but it's definitely a quiet comfort read. I feel happy just thinking about Craig and Alan. And a little overheated. Mmmm!
November 29, 2017
Loved
I loved this story. The characters are real and while they have had a rough go with their prior relationships, they are perfect for each other. They both have doubts about how we'll they are in a relationship, but both are eager to assure the other on how great they are.
Give this story a chance. This is a great book for someone writing about this for the first time. I can't wait for the next book to come out.
I loved this story. The characters are real and while they have had a rough go with their prior relationships, they are perfect for each other. They both have doubts about how we'll they are in a relationship, but both are eager to assure the other on how great they are.
Give this story a chance. This is a great book for someone writing about this for the first time. I can't wait for the next book to come out.
November 28, 2017
Beautiful read with a bit of kink ;)
A beautiful read with a bit of kink, how could one go wrong? The interaction between Craig and Alan would melt any cold heart. It was insta love between the main characters but wasn't sickly over the top, just sweet with a bit of spice. I loved how loose ends where tied up, wink, so you weren't left guessing. Highly recommend this book!
A beautiful read with a bit of kink, how could one go wrong? The interaction between Craig and Alan would melt any cold heart. It was insta love between the main characters but wasn't sickly over the top, just sweet with a bit of spice. I loved how loose ends where tied up, wink, so you weren't left guessing. Highly recommend this book!
November 29, 2017
This is my first book by this author, and I won't be my last.
What He Needs isn't a BDSM book, but more a daddy/boy book.
Craig is looking for something and he hopes to finds it in a kink club. Can Alan be What He Needs?
I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the compatibility between the main characters.
I would definitely recommend this book if you like a bit of daddy/boy kink.
What He Needs isn't a BDSM book, but more a daddy/boy book.
Craig is looking for something and he hopes to finds it in a kink club. Can Alan be What He Needs?
I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the compatibility between the main characters.
I would definitely recommend this book if you like a bit of daddy/boy kink.
April 15, 2018
I love it when the MCs find exactly what they need in the other.
I'm a lot like Craig in terms of how I like my book-BDSM. I'm not into the extreme, or pain, humiliation I can take or leave, but I love the care-taking aspect of it.
This book is all about care-taking and the daddy-kink is done just right, in my opinion. A lot of the aspects of a daddy/boy relationship are there, but it's not age play, which doesn't really turn my crank.
It's a whirlwind romance, and I like mine on the slow-burn end of the spectrum, but that is my only complain.
I'm a lot like Craig in terms of how I like my book-BDSM. I'm not into the extreme, or pain, humiliation I can take or leave, but I love the care-taking aspect of it.
This book is all about care-taking and the daddy-kink is done just right, in my opinion. A lot of the aspects of a daddy/boy relationship are there, but it's not age play, which doesn't really turn my crank.
It's a whirlwind romance, and I like mine on the slow-burn end of the spectrum, but that is my only complain.
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January 8, 2018DNF 42%
You know when you read a book and it feels like you've read the same type of story 20 times before. That was this for me. There's nothing really wrong with it, its just not doing it for me.
You know when you read a book and it feels like you've read the same type of story 20 times before. That was this for me. There's nothing really wrong with it, its just not doing it for me.
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