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Changes in the Mirza family have left both Tavi and Rex struggling to learn their new roles -- and there's no room for error. Pretending to be his twin brother is more difficult than Tavi could have imagined, and family secrets threaten to tear him apart. Rex, protected and cared for in every way, has a far from peaceful life.
Both have gained knowledge they didn't necessarily want to have, and now that it's been learned, they can't simply forget it again. As their lives continue to change, will they change for the better... or will the price for the twins' actions be too high?
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*This is NOT a standalone and should be read after Want (The Need Trilogy #1). This dark taboo tale contains several kinks that may offend or trigger some readers, including (but not limited to) age play, ABDL, spanking, and humiliation. Not every dynamic or element is 100% consensual.
Though The Need Trilogy is set in The Fate of the Fallen world, the trilogy can be read separately from the series. The main characters do not appear in the FotF/SQ books, and there are minimal spoilers for the series or other books set in the universe.
Both have gained knowledge they didn't necessarily want to have, and now that it's been learned, they can't simply forget it again. As their lives continue to change, will they change for the better... or will the price for the twins' actions be too high?
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*This is NOT a standalone and should be read after Want (The Need Trilogy #1). This dark taboo tale contains several kinks that may offend or trigger some readers, including (but not limited to) age play, ABDL, spanking, and humiliation. Not every dynamic or element is 100% consensual.
Though The Need Trilogy is set in The Fate of the Fallen world, the trilogy can be read separately from the series. The main characters do not appear in the FotF/SQ books, and there are minimal spoilers for the series or other books set in the universe.
114 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 27, 2018
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R. Phoenix
81 books564 followersR. Phoenix has an unhealthy fascination with contrasts: light and dark, heroes and villains, order and chaos. She believes that love can corrupt and power can redeem. Her muse is a sadomasochistic slave driver who thinks it's terribly amusing to give her the best ideas when she just got comfortable and warm in bed, and she passes on that torture to her readers. She also tries entirely too hard to be funny, and she mercilessly inflicts her terrible sense of humor upon anyone who speaks to her. She'd love it if you'd say hello!
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June 29, 2023
don't ask, I'm just nuts, no idea why I'm reading this 🙈
The idea of leaving Rex in a diaper full of his own cum on one end and painted with Tavi’s on the other was too appealing.
If he’d had control of his own bodily functions, he might’ve tried to aim a flow of piss at his brother, but the drugs and enemas had ensured he didn’t.
The idea of leaving Rex in a diaper full of his own cum on one end and painted with Tavi’s on the other was too appealing.
If he’d had control of his own bodily functions, he might’ve tried to aim a flow of piss at his brother, but the drugs and enemas had ensured he didn’t.
June 9, 2019
KINKY AS FUCK!!!
Twincest
Age play
Enemas
Humiliation
And a rocking horse with a pistoling, self-lubricating dildo.
Mama likes. A lot!
Twincest
Age play
Enemas
Humiliation
And a rocking horse with a pistoling, self-lubricating dildo.
Mama likes. A lot!
May 18, 2019
4.5 Stars
Okay, so I'm still invested in this 'verse and in the 'cesty kink...I just need a bit more world-building and background; yes, I didn't mention it in the review of the first installment (and didn't ding the rating for it, either) because I knew it was the first in the series and I thought I was going to get more in this one.
I'm thinking that I might need to read some of the other titles that take place in this 'verse to flesh out the details. Not a hardship given I really like the way RR writes and I'm on a kink-trip lately...
(I also read this in the hospital - was able to get Kindle to finally update a bit on the crappiest wifi ever. Which, given it was a Catholic hospital, I'm thinking was probably a deliberate cock-block...but whatever.)
Okay, so I'm still invested in this 'verse and in the 'cesty kink...I just need a bit more world-building and background; yes, I didn't mention it in the review of the first installment (and didn't ding the rating for it, either) because I knew it was the first in the series and I thought I was going to get more in this one.
I'm thinking that I might need to read some of the other titles that take place in this 'verse to flesh out the details. Not a hardship given I really like the way RR writes and I'm on a kink-trip lately...
(I also read this in the hospital - was able to get Kindle to finally update a bit on the crappiest wifi ever. Which, given it was a Catholic hospital, I'm thinking was probably a deliberate cock-block...but whatever.)
November 12, 2018
Holy crap, this is so twisted! I just can't stop reading...
June 29, 2024
It's been ages since I read the first book in R. Phoenix's The Need Trilogy, but I haven't forgotten any of it lol. What a kinky tale! Now I'm revved to finish the series.
The audio version of Take was beautifully narrated by the marvelous Kenneth Obi. I miss him every time I hear his lovely voice.
The audio version of Take was beautifully narrated by the marvelous Kenneth Obi. I miss him every time I hear his lovely voice.
June 29, 2018
Take is even better than Want, which both surprises me and doesn't. It surprises me because I loved Want so much. It doesn't surprise me because R. Phoenix is an amazing writer. This world she created is so dark and delicious and I love it.
In Want Tavi and Rex switch roles. Tavi goes from captured to captor and vice versa. Only Tavi takes it a few steps further. His exploration into Age Play started out as a way to keep and humiliate his brother, the same way his brother kept and humiliated him. Only it turned into something more—without either of them fully realizing it.
Take explores Tavi and Rex's relationship as they both try to come to terms with the way things have happened. Tavi has found himself in a position he never expected to. As much as he is enjoying this newfound freedom, he doesn't know what to do with the feelings he's brought to the surface. Along with the other predicament he finds himself in (no spoilers.)
Rex has...accepted his role? No, that's not right because there are so many things I know he rather not do. But he has accepted and come to enjoy many things about the situation he finds himself in. Of course he wishes he had magic, he wishes he had the freedom he once had, but he finally has something he's always wanted...Tavi. Rex has Tavi just like he's always wanted, but not in the way he expected.
Rex was...spoiled before this. He was spoiled and failed to see the way he was hurting his brother with everything he did. Seeing Rex accept the fact that he was wrong in his treatment of Tavi. Seeing him give in helped me fall in love with him. I already loved Tavi, I fell for him early in book one. Falling in love with Rex took longer because he was so combative with himself. Now that he's less so it's easy.
I really felt for Tavi because now that he has the freedom he's always wanted he's faltering. There's this quote: "The more he controlled Rex, the more helpless he felt." It helps put into perspective just how lost Tavi is. He might have his freedom, but he is still lost. Imagine having nothing and then suddenly having everything. Anyone would have trouble. Paired with the way every thing else going on it's easy to see how he'd have a hard time with it.
R. Phoenix's mind is both a brilliant and scary place. Her plot runs deep and I am just a teeny bit worried about what she has planned. There are a few powerful characters featured in this book that scare the crap out of me. I hope R Phoenix gives us the next book, Have, soon. Though I'll read anything that comes from her twisted mind I need the rest of Tavi and Rex's story. I just know it's going to be an unexpected but well deserved ending for them.
In Want Tavi and Rex switch roles. Tavi goes from captured to captor and vice versa. Only Tavi takes it a few steps further. His exploration into Age Play started out as a way to keep and humiliate his brother, the same way his brother kept and humiliated him. Only it turned into something more—without either of them fully realizing it.
Take explores Tavi and Rex's relationship as they both try to come to terms with the way things have happened. Tavi has found himself in a position he never expected to. As much as he is enjoying this newfound freedom, he doesn't know what to do with the feelings he's brought to the surface. Along with the other predicament he finds himself in (no spoilers.)
Rex has...accepted his role? No, that's not right because there are so many things I know he rather not do. But he has accepted and come to enjoy many things about the situation he finds himself in. Of course he wishes he had magic, he wishes he had the freedom he once had, but he finally has something he's always wanted...Tavi. Rex has Tavi just like he's always wanted, but not in the way he expected.
Rex was...spoiled before this. He was spoiled and failed to see the way he was hurting his brother with everything he did. Seeing Rex accept the fact that he was wrong in his treatment of Tavi. Seeing him give in helped me fall in love with him. I already loved Tavi, I fell for him early in book one. Falling in love with Rex took longer because he was so combative with himself. Now that he's less so it's easy.
I really felt for Tavi because now that he has the freedom he's always wanted he's faltering. There's this quote: "The more he controlled Rex, the more helpless he felt." It helps put into perspective just how lost Tavi is. He might have his freedom, but he is still lost. Imagine having nothing and then suddenly having everything. Anyone would have trouble. Paired with the way every thing else going on it's easy to see how he'd have a hard time with it.
R. Phoenix's mind is both a brilliant and scary place. Her plot runs deep and I am just a teeny bit worried about what she has planned. There are a few powerful characters featured in this book that scare the crap out of me. I hope R Phoenix gives us the next book, Have, soon. Though I'll read anything that comes from her twisted mind I need the rest of Tavi and Rex's story. I just know it's going to be an unexpected but well deserved ending for them.
January 31, 2021
"That's right. Come for me, baby boy. Come for your daddy."
Soooo ... this book ...
*ahem*
Also: I've made peace with the depravity that is my mental space.
And I am grateful for the R. Phoenixs of the world who allow me the privilege and supply me with the tools to furnish that space.
#thatisall
Some things to note:
I still have NO FUCKING CLUE wtf is going on, and that scene in the living room with the four only served to confuse me more...
I'm not taking this away from the story because I took it in the spirit which I assume it was intended... Tavi has no clue because he's been sheltered from everything up until this point... so we're confused because he's confused, and hopefully, he and us both will receive some clarity before the end.
... THAT FUCKING ENDING Y'ALL!!!
Also:
And:
ALLLLLLL THE MOTHERFUCKING ⭐ s for kink done FUCKING PHENOMENALLY!!!!!
Soooo ... this book ...
*ahem*
Also: I've made peace with the depravity that is my mental space.
And I am grateful for the R. Phoenixs of the world who allow me the privilege and supply me with the tools to furnish that space.
#thatisall
Some things to note:
I still have NO FUCKING CLUE wtf is going on, and that scene in the living room with the four only served to confuse me more...
I'm not taking this away from the story because I took it in the spirit which I assume it was intended... Tavi has no clue because he's been sheltered from everything up until this point... so we're confused because he's confused, and hopefully, he and us both will receive some clarity before the end.
... THAT FUCKING ENDING Y'ALL!!!
Also:
And:
ALLLLLLL THE MOTHERFUCKING ⭐ s for kink done FUCKING PHENOMENALLY!!!!!
August 2, 2018
4.5 Stars!
Take is book 2 in The Need Trilogy series and it needs to be read in order. Please be warned that this series is dark taboo, as in it deals with twincest, age play, dub/non-con, ABDL, etc. If that's not your thing, that's perfectly fine, but if you give it a try, who knows? You might find a new kink. ;)
Take starts right where Want ended, and now Rex is settling into his new role, even if he's still conflicted about the whole thing. He's finally starting to see how badly he treated his brother before, though, and how this new relationship, even if it's not exactly consensual, might give him all those things he's been craving all his life.
I think that while Want showed us more of Tavi, Take gave us a deeper understanding of Rex. His thought process, his uncertainty, his wavering between wanting to be free and wanting to be Tavi's were enlightening and made me sort of, kind of like him better than I did in book 1. Tavi is still my favorite, though.
And of course, I adore Desi in all her brilliant madness and Nyla in her evil mastermind-ness. I felt bad that Nyla had to marry Julian to protect Tavi and I wonder what Tavi will think of it if/when he finds out about it, because I have a feeling it might come into play in the next book.
Overall, this was a fantastic addition to the series. Well-written and captivating, I just can't get enough of Tavi and Rex and I'm (im)patiently waiting to see what will happen next.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
Take is book 2 in The Need Trilogy series and it needs to be read in order. Please be warned that this series is dark taboo, as in it deals with twincest, age play, dub/non-con, ABDL, etc. If that's not your thing, that's perfectly fine, but if you give it a try, who knows? You might find a new kink. ;)
Take starts right where Want ended, and now Rex is settling into his new role, even if he's still conflicted about the whole thing. He's finally starting to see how badly he treated his brother before, though, and how this new relationship, even if it's not exactly consensual, might give him all those things he's been craving all his life.
I think that while Want showed us more of Tavi, Take gave us a deeper understanding of Rex. His thought process, his uncertainty, his wavering between wanting to be free and wanting to be Tavi's were enlightening and made me sort of, kind of like him better than I did in book 1. Tavi is still my favorite, though.
And of course, I adore Desi in all her brilliant madness and Nyla in her evil mastermind-ness. I felt bad that Nyla had to marry Julian to protect Tavi and I wonder what Tavi will think of it if/when he finds out about it, because I have a feeling it might come into play in the next book.
Overall, this was a fantastic addition to the series. Well-written and captivating, I just can't get enough of Tavi and Rex and I'm (im)patiently waiting to see what will happen next.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
July 15, 2018
It was amazing. I am surprised by how much I’m loving this series because it had something on it that would go really high in my list of things I hate to read but it’s been so good that it had manage to make me enjoy even something I know I don’t like.
I find a little bit odd how little sympathy I have for Tavi as the story keeps advancing. Maybe because he is in such a different place now than he was when the series begin. The less hesitant and unapologetic he becomes about what his doing, the less I care for him. I’m on Rex’s side at this point and, I know he isn’t a good guy, but there’s something that keeps him dear to me right now.
This instalment has been great in terms of surprises. I love where the story is going. I love how stories are being connect and making this amazing plot. I still don’t like age play and that’s the only thing that’s keeping me away from absolutely loving the book, but I’m used to it right now and it doesn’t bother me as much as I thought it would.
Even though I really enjoyed the book, I’ll recommend anyone who wants to read it, to check the warnings before doing it. This won’t work as a standalone so beware before reading.
I find a little bit odd how little sympathy I have for Tavi as the story keeps advancing. Maybe because he is in such a different place now than he was when the series begin. The less hesitant and unapologetic he becomes about what his doing, the less I care for him. I’m on Rex’s side at this point and, I know he isn’t a good guy, but there’s something that keeps him dear to me right now.
This instalment has been great in terms of surprises. I love where the story is going. I love how stories are being connect and making this amazing plot. I still don’t like age play and that’s the only thing that’s keeping me away from absolutely loving the book, but I’m used to it right now and it doesn’t bother me as much as I thought it would.
Even though I really enjoyed the book, I’ll recommend anyone who wants to read it, to check the warnings before doing it. This won’t work as a standalone so beware before reading.
February 19, 2019
Twisted took another form in this one with the relationship developing between Rex and Tavi. Forced submission turns to want and acceptance for what they both want.
And I see now why it was needed to read these before the final book. Mad as a hatter Desi and her lovebug Julian. I'm so interested in the plot concerning them and had hoped it would be a bit more.
So this is set a few months after Refraction and things are in motion which I assume will all come together in the Sanguine.
The look in to Rex's struggles when he knew he had a chance to escape had me sitting on the edge of my seat. Seeing the old Rex fighting to escape and have his powers back and subdue Tavi.
But giving in and choosing to love instead, knowing what he had to do and what to give up for it. It was very well made.
And I see now why it was needed to read these before the final book. Mad as a hatter Desi and her lovebug Julian. I'm so interested in the plot concerning them and had hoped it would be a bit more.
So this is set a few months after Refraction and things are in motion which I assume will all come together in the Sanguine.
The look in to Rex's struggles when he knew he had a chance to escape had me sitting on the edge of my seat. Seeing the old Rex fighting to escape and have his powers back and subdue Tavi.
But giving in and choosing to love instead, knowing what he had to do and what to give up for it. It was very well made.
June 6, 2019
Secrets and realizations. So many secrets between family members that my mind is reeling! Their mother is far from maternal, and her children are objects to manipulate and control to her benefit. She makes me violently ill. I loved the shift in power dynamics, and even more the changes in Rex as he realizes what's more important - love or freedom. Craving more! I voluntarily listened to and reviewed a copy of this book and the book and am giving an honest review. The narrators voice and expressions added to my enjoyment of this book.
October 7, 2021
(3.75) the continuation of Want and it was still really engrossing. i still don't understand anything about the world or the other characters' (julian, desi, nyla) motives, but i'm curious to see how it'll all play out in the end. the dildo pony scene was amazing though. 😂
June 30, 2018
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A dark delicious read that pulls you in deeper with every reveal. Not only do we learn more about the family, we get new insights into the reasons behind their actions. In fact, by the ending I actually like Rex. The ending though, wow, that was perfect. Makes me even more eager for the next one.
A dark delicious read that pulls you in deeper with every reveal. Not only do we learn more about the family, we get new insights into the reasons behind their actions. In fact, by the ending I actually like Rex. The ending though, wow, that was perfect. Makes me even more eager for the next one.
July 2, 2018
Ok so the first book was amazing..this one steps it up and is doubly amazing...I loved getting back Tavi and Rex....The way Tavi is keeping Rex and looking after him is kind of adorable and oh look Rex is starting to like it...We knew he would.....Oh boy I loved Rex's present...I'm thinking Rex kind of liked it too...This really is an amazing series and I can't wait for the next one x
July 3, 2018
I love this series!
I love how insidious the temptations between Rex and Tavi are, and how each man only makes what seems to be a little choice, but it inexorably leads them down a path neither would have foreseen, or accepted, before.
More than ever, I have to wonder what Desi is up to with this, and how things will fall out in the next book.
I love how insidious the temptations between Rex and Tavi are, and how each man only makes what seems to be a little choice, but it inexorably leads them down a path neither would have foreseen, or accepted, before.
More than ever, I have to wonder what Desi is up to with this, and how things will fall out in the next book.
August 10, 2018
This are getting intense in this trilogy, I am curious where the author is going to end it. I can see where the current relationship between the twins and how things are cannot last but I am not sure what role the other characters play in the end of it. Excited to see what happens when the next book comes out.
February 20, 2019
This is getting interesting. The internal struggle that Rex is going through is fascinating. The plot thickens - what is the vampire up to, and will Julien get that stick out of his butt? Is it wrong that I want a rocking horse of my own? heheheh
Kenneth Obi is not one of my favourite narrators, but he really shines with this story.
Kenneth Obi is not one of my favourite narrators, but he really shines with this story.
July 6, 2018
WOW!
There's a lot happening in this one, things which carry over from book 1.
Tavi is learning more what it's like to be Rex and still not sure how he feels about it while Rex is conflicted over his feelings about what Tavi is doing to him.....
Absolutely brilliant and still loving it!!!
There's a lot happening in this one, things which carry over from book 1.
Tavi is learning more what it's like to be Rex and still not sure how he feels about it while Rex is conflicted over his feelings about what Tavi is doing to him.....
Absolutely brilliant and still loving it!!!
July 14, 2018
Take
This is a dark book. Imagine going to a beautiful city, you see a dark alley, you know you should not walk down there. It will be dark, dirty, and painful. You want the pain. Buy the book.
This is a dark book. Imagine going to a beautiful city, you see a dark alley, you know you should not walk down there. It will be dark, dirty, and painful. You want the pain. Buy the book.
August 5, 2018
The second book in the trilogy has got me really excited for the next. While the kink still skeeved me out a bit, it was easier to read the farther I read and while things are still a bit murky and confusing I'm excited for where the plot is headed and I kind of adore Tavi and Rex.
May 28, 2019
So very twisted, yet I can't stop.
This addition to the trilogy was even better than the first, getting deeper into the twin takeover and what happens during a family birthday dinner. There are so many secrets and hidden truths.
I can't wait for the next book!
This addition to the trilogy was even better than the first, getting deeper into the twin takeover and what happens during a family birthday dinner. There are so many secrets and hidden truths.
I can't wait for the next book!
July 1, 2018
More effed up shit..! Loving this storyline 😜
I NEED the next book now 🙏..
I NEED the next book now 🙏..
September 23, 2018
Tavi and Rex have a truly unique relationship. It’s beautiful getting to watch it blossom on the page. Can’t wait for the next one
November 30, 2018
These books are killing me.
June 28, 2018
The second installment in the ”Need” trilogy by R. Phoenix is even more darker and fascinating than ”Want”, its predecessor. And why woudn”t it be? With the two MC”s continuing their evolution, with glimpses into the powerful witches” politics and family life, new potential allies, enemies and challenges to overcome, ”Take” has all the ingredients of a successful book.
The writing is marvelous, threads of light woven into a dark fabric, here and there, enough to offer the illusion of hope and maybe happiness. But it is possible to feel happy and hopeful and happy in a world as dark as this? Does this way of life give Tavi and Rex a chance to make their own choices? And if so, what are these choices? What drives them to choose the path to follow?
Would the newly acquired knowledge allow Tavi to play the dangerous game of witch politics... and win? Or will he end up being a victim of the cunning, clever, ruthless ”veterans”? And what about Rex? Will he... These are some of the questions which remain unanswered... for now.
Just like the previous book, ”Need” contains dark, taboo themes, being intended for mature audience only.
The writing is marvelous, threads of light woven into a dark fabric, here and there, enough to offer the illusion of hope and maybe happiness. But it is possible to feel happy and hopeful and happy in a world as dark as this? Does this way of life give Tavi and Rex a chance to make their own choices? And if so, what are these choices? What drives them to choose the path to follow?
Would the newly acquired knowledge allow Tavi to play the dangerous game of witch politics... and win? Or will he end up being a victim of the cunning, clever, ruthless ”veterans”? And what about Rex? Will he... These are some of the questions which remain unanswered... for now.
Just like the previous book, ”Need” contains dark, taboo themes, being intended for mature audience only.
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