Unconventional

Unconditional Love #2

by M.A. Innes

Curiosity might have killed the cat —but Finn is hoping it will make him a better Dom.

Finn isn’t sure what form of BDSM calls to him more, but what he does know is that he’s drawn to a certain English professor. Unfortunately, Professor Sexy —as he’s known by his students— is skittish, and Finn knows he needs to take it slow. Teasing Beckett with little notes and presents might be a little outside the box, but Finn never claimed to be conventional.

Beckett will admit he’s curious about his not-so-secret admirer, but he isn’t sure he’s ready to take the next step.

Beckett has always maintained a strict policy about not dating anyone associated with the college, but he’s never been so tempted before. Even if he wants to know who’s been leaving him the notes, there’s still one big question left. Does Beckett’s mysterious admirer know what Beckett’s into, or is he expecting a much more conventional professor?

When an untrained Dom falls for an older, hesitant sub, sparks fly in the most unconventional ways.


80k Words
Story Contains: Spanking, mild BDSM, Puppy Play, and mild exhibitionism

**While this is a standalone novel, the events in this story take place directly after Unexpected. Reading Unexpected is not necessary to enjoy Unconventional but will show more about Finn’s friendship with Ryland.**

Genres: BDSM, M M Romance, Romance, Contemporary, Erotica, College, LGBT

284 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 16, 2018

About the author

M.A. Innes writes kinky and curious things like age play, puppy play, sweet guys in lingerie, cute boys in search of a Daddy and more.

When M.A. Innes wants to write a little more mainstream, she writes under the name: Shaw Montgomery

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Reviews

[Denise H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

***** Mesmerizing tale of younger Dom, college age Finn, who is new and inexperienced, but wants to learn.
Finn sets out to reel in his choice of sexy submissive, an older Professor, Beckett. He delivers gifts anonymously to tantalize his prize, and a class on BDSM puts them in contact.
Their close encounter on the porch is flammable, incendiary, and breathtaking.
So Erotic !



We see their tentative steps into their new dynamic. We also see Finn's relationship with friend Ryland/Riley, who is a "little" for his dynamic with Holden. There are many discussions, explanations, and scenes that show us what Beckett and Finn want and strive for.



Mainly we watch the deep emotion turn to a deep love as Beckett and Finn create their own rules.



I highly recommend this for fans of BDSM, D/s, Puppy play and more.
ENJOY !

Thank you dear Katherine for the rec !

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[Heather K (dentist in my spare time) · Rating 2 out of 5]

I loved Unexpected by M.A. Innes, so I was fully expecting to enjoy Unconventional, the second in the series, but, alas, it wasn't meant to be.

Interestingly, I think that most people would enjoy Unconventional, especially if they are into more mainstream versions of BDSM. I, however, am not into floggers and bondage and "master"-ing, so this particular brand of kink was boring and honestly difficult for me to get through. I almost DNF-ed at 90%, which is saying something.

You should know that this shouldn't be read as a stand-alone. The relationship between Finn and his BFF Ryland plays an important role in this story, and all of that is established in book 1. I actually enjoyed the scenes between Finn and Ryland more than the scenes between Finn and Beckett.

I thought that Finn and Beckett's relationship progressed too quickly. One minute Beckett was going on and on about how he couldn't date a student and five seconds later he was calling Finn "Master." I don't think so. They were talking about love when they barely knew each other. I also think that a lot of Finn's kink-learning were omitted from the story, which was disappointing. I also was promised sounding and I wanted it, dammit!!

Not my kink and not particularly exciting, Unconventional was a bit of a disappointment. I'm hoping book 3 is better.


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[⭐Toonasa⭐ •Romance Book Lovers' Haven• · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 "My Loving Stalker" Stars⭐
An Age-Gap, Student-Professor, BDSM Romance with A little oddly Cute Stalking, Exploration, Fun Friends, Awesome Storyline, Lots of Heat & Sexy, Fast-paced, & a Sweet HEA. This Relationship might have been Unconventional, but I loved it thoroughly!

After Reading Cody's (We don't see him here) Story [The Embrace Duet], I'd been excited to read about Finn+Beckett. & As I'm apparently on MA innes binge, I started & read it in 6hrs (over 2 days). This was my 1st Book where The Dom is younger & the sub is older + Where there's not a specific kink They restrict to. Love Finn & Beckett so much❤.

Finn; Funny, Charming, Alpha; is a Psychology Major College Student, & an inexperienced Dom. Finn is totally captivated by Beckett since Taking his class (& guessed B's a Sub), So...He'd Started stalking him: Leaving Gifts & letter each day. But Finn has given Beckett plenty of Clues if B wants to find him. F's "All In" & is waiting For Beck to make a move.

Beckett; Private, Shy, Sweet; is a great English Professor, & an Experienced Sub. He should be Scared of this Secret Admirer...But it's oddly sweet, Caring. He wants to make a move to Find out BUT is Weirded out. What if the Stalker expects an Innocent Professor? But maybe The stalker knows he's a sub...but how? What if it's a Student? (A little strange, but maybe not a biggie!) Is he ready?

This is the 1st book I've read in this series & their friends hold a big part! Finn & Ryland's (Roomie/ Childhood bestie) friendship develops too. Though I've not read Ryland+Holden's story, I loved'em! Beck's Friends Miller & Ash were fun too😘. In Start, we see the whole friend dynamics & Finn's Fam is hilariously sweet!
I hope I get the time to read the other two books soon! I wonder what's up with Jay?

Finn signs up for A training Class as he wants to be the best Dom (For Beck). But Imagine the surprise when Beckett is one of the trainers! And...All secrets come to light *Yay!!*. Their Chemistry is Obvious & Sparky so After a talk & few Orgasms😉, they agree to give Relationship a go!
(FYI, They've 13 years age gap.)

"My sexy Dom jumped into everything headfirst."

Finn (Master!) takes the Role of being a Dom by heart & Cares for Beck so much. I loved how Beck (Professor Sexy!) didn't care about his age. Both are serious about eachother, no doubt (I love the Confidence!). Together As time passes, they fall in Love. It maybe Fast-paced to some, but it felt perfect to me. They Communicate so well & Solve Problems together!

Throughout There's Secret Admirer, Friends & Fam, The meeting, Beckett+Finn & Secrets Out, The Kiss, Being Sub, All Serious, Date, Master-Orgasm-Boyfriend, Learn & Teach, Great Ash, Limits, Sexy times, Little Rylie, Making Love, Public kiss, Fam-talk, Puppy Play, I love yous, Friend talk, The Scene & Spanks, Official Intros, Sexy Punishments, Move-In Talks, Couple in Public!
Such a lovely Story, The kiss in F's Dorm at end Stole my heart! Cue HEA❤.

"My master was in it for the long haul."

[Valerie ❈M/M Romance Junkie❈ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finn's book was just as awesome as I expected. He's so funny. He was so confident in knowing what he wanted and had no qualms in going after it (or should I say him). I will agree with other reviewers about how fast he was being called Master. It detracted just enough to drop a star. Otherwise, Finn's book is currently my favorite book from ALL of the books by this author and their alter ego. I liked it enough to think I will be reading it again (highest praise I can give a book).


4/17/2020 reread #eleventy billion

I’m pretty that I have mentioned before that I am a sucker for a Dom that’s younger than his boy, so this book would have grabbed my attention just for that. The thing is this is Finn! I absolutely adored him in book one, and my love continued into this book. He’s outrageous but so damn funny.

Of course, I still had the same issues with this reread (I’ve read this way more than twice). I just didn’t like how fast Finn started being called Master. He is an admitted novice Dom. Master was just too much. I would rather have him called Sir.

None of the negative matters because I just adore Finn. He is one of my all time favorite characters. Everyone else, including Professor Sexy, is just background. 🥰

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was super cute! I was glad to see there was a book about Finn after I met him in Unexpected. I also loved seeing Holden and Ryland in this. Especially with Ryland getting more comfortable with being a little around his best friend Finn.

Finn has a crush on a college professor. He took one of his classes last semester and Finn could see something submissive in him. And since Finn is an aspiring Dom, he thinks Beckett would be perfect for him.

Beckett doesn’t know who is leaving him little treats and sweet notes. He does suspect it might be a college student, but he’s not ready to find out yet.

When the two bump into each other at a small BDSM get-together, Finn feels Beckett is ready to know who his secret admirer is..

As with many of M.A. Innes’ books this was quite a sweet story. Finn was a sweet Dom, who really wanted to take care of Beckett. Beckett was 13 years older than Finn, but he never had a problem with that because Finn seemed to be so confident, and together they just fit.

I do have to admit that with many BDSM books I got a little bored with the many sex scenes. I love BDSM scenes because they are often so emotional, but when they’re just there for the kink I lose my interest a bit.

I did really like seeing Finn interact with Ryland, and his little side, Riley. I just love the friendship between them.

Overall this was a sweet BDSM story with lots of tender moments. No angst to be found anywhere.

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Skipped the puppy play scene @ 66% - personal disgust as a dog trainer. Age gap. Former student and professor. Newbie Dom and older experienced sub. NO angst. Syrupy sweet. HFN ending. Side plot of age play couple from previous installment.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Finn and Beckett's story. The two have great chemistry and an instant connection right away. Finn is young but he wants to be the best Dom for his "boy". He's even taking lessons and talking to experienced Doms. He's willing to admit that he doesn't know everything, but Finn was determined to be the best...perfect for his sub. There were so many things in this relationship that Beckett could have run from. His being older than Finn and being a professor... but he doesn’t. He looks for the best things come and knowns that they sometimes come in unconventional packages. Finn and Beckett are perfect for one another. Holden and Ryland from book #1, Unexpected, another "unconventional" type relationship make several appearances throughout the story, and we get to how their relationship has grown. Good story, wonderful characters.

[Jamie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok. I could've done without all the repetition, but I didn't mind Beckett and Finn's story. I'm not sure I bought into the instant love. It was almost like these two were in love over some notes before they met, which just didn't come across well on the page.

I also feel like we spent way too much time on some things and then rushed through so many things that would've helped grow that connection between these two.

Either way, I'm curious to see how the next story plays out. I'm also curious to see if we will see these prior characters in that one as well.

[Barb ~rede-2-read~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

This story is difficult to rate. I'm hovering between 3 and 4 stars as there were segments (especially early in the story) that I really enjoyed and I loved MC Finn ever since I met him in book one. I also really liked college professor Beckett but Finn and Beckett together didn't give me the everlasting love feels I got from the previously book with Ryland/Riley and Holden.

Early in the story, newbie Dom Finn was slowly wooing staid professor Beckett, a sweet, intelligent man whom Finn assumed was a sub. He was doing this as a secret admirer and when the secret was revealed was during a chance meeting where Finn planned to acquire skills as a Dom and met the sub who would be doing demos, Beckett.

The story was good and I enjoyed all the interactions individually but I didn't feel the love build between them. It was expressed but something was missing. Their "oneness" as a couple didn't grab me. So I guess I've talked myself into a 3 for the rating.

[Trio · Rating 3 out of 5]

Older, experienced sub trains younger, novice Dom. These guys didn't grab me as much as the other characters from this series and I didn't really feel their connection.

The book I really want Innes to write is the story of Ash and Beckett doing the demos.

[Jennie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked the build of Finn and Beckett's relationship. It was perfect as these men begin to learn about each other. Finn asking for help and guidance when needed proved the strength of the bond they were beginning to create. They were so sweet and sexy together.

"My sweet boy." He leaned over and kissed my lips. "You know, one of these days you're going to stop being so perfect so I get to punish you."
"Evil. He was pure incredible sinful perfection dressed up in a sexy, sweet exterior. "Yes, Master."

"The look on his face was one I'd remember forever. Tender and wicked, there was love and need written in every expression and smile."

It was great seeing old friends again and seeing them thrive in their relationships. I'm really loving this series and really hope we get more.

[Bibliophile · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read book #2 after reading the first book in the series. Different kink but still hot!

[Sue bowdley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg Can I give this ten stars.....I think this is one of the best of this authors books....I loved Finn and Beckett...I loved how Finn stalked him at the beginnings with his notes and treats...I also loved that Finn was younger and that Beckett didn't have a problem with the newbie Dom.....How they got going and how Finn wanted to become the best Dom for his Sub.....I can't wait for more and this author never disappoints x

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

An enjoyable read but probably not one of my favorites... I realize I’m in the absolute minority but hey, that’s okay. While I thought Finn & Beckett were great characters, I couldn’t buy the sudden Master tag - I know Finn was developing his Dom skills but it was sudden and almost instantaneous that Beckett used this term. The age gap didn’t worry me, it was just this term. I always enjoy the erotic / taboo side of MA Innes and I look forward to the next installment !!!

[booklover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beckett & Finn.......WOW!
What I loved about this was that unlike a lot of D/S books, in this the Dom wasn't who you'd expect it to be. I thought both characters were really strongly written, the story flowed brilliantly and the plot was perfect for these guys. I also loved the cameo appearances from some of our other favourite characters, too.
Even though I did really love this story, I do feel that a certain scene which was spoken about a lot, would've been a better way to end the story.

[**KAYCEE**]

DNF @ 57%

I’m not buying the relationship and Finn gets on my nerves.

[Denise]

DNF @ 68%

2.5 STARS

If I had wanted to read Ryland's book, I would have. A significant portion of the plot was dedicated to how awkward and shy Finn's friend, Ryland, is and trying to get him to be more comfortable around others in the lifestyle. I'm sure it was great for those who read Ryland's book and wanted an update on him, but I didn't give one shit about him. Age play is not my thing whatsoever but due to the fact Ryland was everywhere in this story, it still felt like I was reading a story about age play. No judgment for those who like it, but it was extremely off-putting for me when I had avoided that book on purpose.



As for the actual love story, it started off great. I loved the idea of a student leaving anonymous gifts and notes for the teacher he had a crush on. I was a bit confused whether Holland (Ryland's Dom) and Beckett knew each other. It seemed like they did due to how Beckett and Finn's first meeting came about, but it was never directly stated by the author.

Another confusing plot line was all of the newbies at the introductory BDSM meeting Beckett and Finn attended. There were four guys mentioned who seem to have been from past or future books and it was not easy to follow who they were or who was dating who. Evidently one was married but I couldn't determine who to, but it seemed he was there with another guy who was a little? I don't even know who the other two guys were. I realize this makes no sense and I'm most likely wrong, but a reader should not be this confused in a supposed standalone.

As a side note, I find the "liberal dating policy" at this college completely unrealistic and unbelievable. Everyone is dating their professors and no one bats an eye? Uh, no.

Once the two men finally got together, things jumped from shy and awkward to "Master" entirely too quickly for my tastes. The age difference and Finn's inexperience with BDSM did not bother me, but it was unrealistic to me that Beckett would have started calling Finn "Master" almost immediately. As for the sex scenes themselves, every other word out of Finn's mouth was "boy" or "baby". I skimmed them, and honestly, the build-up was like three times as long as the actual sex. It didn't fade to black but was very short with little detail and repetitive. I officially bowed out after the puppy play scene. It's my fault for not noticing that in the blurb, but that was just the icing on the cake of this poorly written story.

[Tam · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5* Because I adored Finn I had to read his story. There is still lots of Ryland but in smaller doses and reading Finn wind him up was worthwhile.

So Finn has been crushing on his former English prof and kind of stalking him (leaving notes and snacks) suspecting he's a sub but Finn realizes he has zero experience as a Dom. He signs up to go to Dom class (more or less) and Beckett is the teacher. *gasp* Finn reveals he's the secret admirer and whoosh, off they go.

What I liked was that neither one had a particular kink. Finn didn't really know what he was into and Beckett had a lot of interests. I think that too often (in books) there is a "specialty". A dom or sub like one particular thing to the exclusion of most others. I'm sure that's true for many people but these guys wanting to try all kinds of different things was a nice change. It went from puppy play to more traditional flogging. They also had an unconventional (for romance books) relationship in that they brought in another Dom and Beckett's friend Ash to help with "hands-on" demonstrations and there was an assumption that Beckett would demonstrate in classes with other more experienced Doms while Finn watched or participated. So more of a loosely open relationship. I like to read about non-traditional less-heteronormative relationships.

I also liked that Beckett had had other relationships in the past but it wasn't a case of "I broke up with my boyfriend and I'm wounded and hurt forever and will never date again". Yes, he's had relationships, but life moved on. I guess I liked him a great deal and still adored Finn. He was easy-going, funny and liked to provoke people but not in a mean way. His mother was also a hoot.

The thing I found less believable was that Beckett goes from a guy who NEVER dates not only students (they seem to be professors at a college where it's super common for professors/students to date) nor colleagues to falling into a relationship with Finn without even much angst. I mean I guess that's good because too much "Oh I shouldn't" annoys me, but it just seemed super fast and easy.

Still, on the whole, I adored Finn so much I enjoyed this book. However if you haven't read the first book, there is so much Ryland in this book you can probably figure it out, but some of the scenes will make less sense.

[jazmin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was very worried a bit into the book, when they were talking about bringing in another Dom to teach Finn because I don't like when they bring in other people in the relationship, even if it's just for training. I know some people love that and that's great but it's not just for me. But fortunately it Ash didn't do too much so it was fine :)

I also wasn't a big fan of Finn and Ryland's conversations, they were pretty repetitive, and instead of founding Finn's teasing endearing/funny I just thought it was annoying and pushy at times.

But other than that I loved the book, and Finn and Beckett's moments were pretty much perfect :) It was no angst, and I'm all here for that, and their times together was exactly like I wanted it to be, haha.

But the real MVP was Finn's mum ;)

I can't wait to read Jay's book!

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beckett, a college professor, is wooed by a secret admirer who leaves him snacks on days his schedule doesn’t allow lunch. Beckett is more intrigued than worried. If he really wanted, it wouldn’t be difficult to take things further.

It almost feels like a hesitant invitation...from a male admirer (based on the handwritten notes accompanying each gift) who might know about his preference for submission in relationships. He hesitates because, although the school’s fraternization policies are the stuff of pure fantasy, he is a very private person.

Finn is a college student. He took one of Beckett’s classes on modern romance novels and became smitten with the older man. Despite the fact that Beckett NEVER shared anything personal, Finn got the impression that their preferences might align...hence, the campaign of slow, secret seduction.

I read romances for the fantasy of perfect connection between people. This book had some nice deviations from the usual formula.
1. No angsty drama. Instead, the author spends time reconnecting with Ryland and Holden from the previous book—and exploring elements of the BDSM lifestyle to see what works for the protagonists.
2. Neophyte dominant partner with experienced submissive partner. It works for them.
3. A good balance between the mundane, romantic and erotic aspects of their developing relationship.

A fun, well written...and “Unconventional“ romance.

[Amanda Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 solid stars

I really enjoyed this! It was a new take on BDSM with the Don being very new. Finn knows what he wants and isn’t afraid of going for it. And he wants Professor Sexy.

Beckett is a professor and he has a not so secret admirer...or stalker (*snicker*). When he meets Finn at an intro to the scene class, Finn let’s him know he has been the one leaving the notes for Beckett.

The attraction is fast but I loved that Finn owned that he was new to the scene. He may have been green but he isn’t afraid to ask questions or seek help. He is confident and that draws Beckett in.

Sweet read with no angst between the MCs.

[Nudlez · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5* I really loved the book. I love stories about inexperienced, younger Doms with older, more experienced subs. It was great to read more about Finn, Ryland and his Daddy from Unexpected.

[Tristan · Rating 3 out of 5]

3/5

It was slow.

[Tjarde · Rating 3 out of 5]

hard to review, overall 2.5

[mlady_rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finn & Beckett.

I adore Finn. Plenty of Ryland and Holden in this one, as well. Finn and Ryland share a dorm room when they aren’t staying with their respective significant others.

Finn’s mom is also a trip, especially with only 4 hrs sleep.

Finn, like his bestie Ryland went for a professor. While Ryland never took one of Holden’s history classes, Finn did take one of Beckett’s English classes. He’s a former student, not a current one. Some exploration of the romance novel class. Finn is a psych major. (As you recall, Ryland switched from Engineering to Architecture.)

Finn decides to play stalker, leaving notes and snacks on Professor Sexy’s door. The notes leave plenty of clues, should Beckett wish to track down his secret admirer, but he simply enjoys them without asking for more. The latest note accompanied a brownie. Finn told Beckett that he was behind him in the coffee shop and saw him stare longingly at the brownies before ultimately denying himself.

In the meantime, Finn is working to find a BDSM munch which includes training and demonstrations. He’s confident in his role as Dom, but he wants hands on help to make sure he knows what he’s doing with bondage and impact play, among other things. (Sounding was mentioned, but never tried.)

The meetings are helmed by a Dom and a sub for alternate perspectives and possible demonstrations. Surprise, surprise, the person answering the door (at Dom Ash’s house) is Professor Sexy. Beckett recognizes Finn as a former student and the sparks fly between them. Finn can’t resist giving himself away, telling Beckett he just found out the sub he’s been pursuing likes chocolate chip cookies.

Most of the munch is chit chat. One of the subs reminds Finn strongly of Ryland and he seeks to put him at ease. (Apparently we are meeting characters from other age play books by the same author.) Finn even asks if littles ever get together for play dates. Apparently the group did facilitate play dates, but they’d tapered off as people moved and lost interest in the group.

There is a book that shows the first playdate between many of the littles in this college town, including Bryan, the little Finn meets at the munch. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...

Looks like I have catching up to do before reading the playdate story:

Bryan: His Missing Pieces (Pieces, book 1 of 4)
Ryland: Unexpected
Hayden: Without Limits
Cody: Embracing Faith (Embrace, book 1 of 2)
Miles: Rethinking Fate

Speaking of littles, Finn convinces Ryland he wants to meet Riley. He wants his best friend to be comfortable around him whether he’s being a college kid or a little. And, yes, that scene is as precious as it sounds. After all, Finn had been Riley’s friend — with his fondness for children’s movies and baby cookies — long before Ryland understood the lifestyle.

Finn and Ryland cuddle easily. Ryland is very tactile. Finn even teases that Ryland will have to tell his Daddy that they slept together when they literally sleep in the same bed in their dorm room. Finn notes his relief that Holden understands and encourages their one-of-a-kind friendship. Beckett even asks Finn why he never chose to be Ryland’s Daddy and he says he was just taking care of Ryland till the right Daddy came along.

As a new Dom, Finn is pretty much open to everything and Beckett is most focused on pleasing his Dom, so they decide that they’ll try anything that interests them at least once. A kinky bucket list, so to speak. As such, Finn’s “oh, let’s try” list exceeds the kinks we see on stage. Beckett gets a charge at the fact that he’ll bust Finn’s bdsm cherry for so many kinks.

“I know I like BDSM. I know the lifestyle in general is for me, but as far as practical experience goes, I’m not sure what I like or exactly what kind of Dom I am. I guess I’d have to say I’m a more caretaker variety, but…”

Beckett swallowed hard but didn’t look bored or shocked; if anything, he seemed…aroused. “So hypothetically, if I was your sub, I’d be the first person you spanked or flogged?”

Hell. He went right for the good stuff.

It was my turn to swallow hard. “Yes.”

I refused to ask what he thought about that. I was not going to look that needy and cross into pathetic territory.

“Fuck.”

Hell, was that a good fuck or a bad one?

I was going to look needy. “What’s going through your head, Professor Sexy?”

He smiled, but it was distracted and he licked his lips.

Fuck.

He glanced down and shifted his weight from one foot to the other like he was trying not to wiggle. “I…um…there’s no reason for it to be hot. I’m not into that macho crap where being someone’s first is…well…um. Shit.”

Chuckling, I pushed off the railing and stepped closer to Beckett. He was refusing to make eye contact, but nothing said my actions were unwelcome, so I moved closer again. I waited. He didn’t move. I took another step until I was almost touching him.

“So you like the idea of being my first? Being the first man I’d bend over my lap turns you on just as much as the idea of the actual spanking, doesn’t it?” That had to be the most erotic thing ever.

He gave a jerky nod then sighed and glanced up at me. “It shouldn’t.”

“But it does, Professor Sexy.”

I knew my grin turned a bit predatory, but he didn’t seem to mind. Closing the last few inches, I pressed my body against his. “Do you want to know all the other firsts I’m curious about?”

“Shit.” It was breathy and sexy, and his body leaned against me. “How many?”

Another low chuckle escaped. As I pressed against him, I could feel a shiver race through him. Slowly leaning close, I pressed a kiss to his neck. “So many things. Don’t you want to be my teacher, Professor? You can show me all the things that turn you on and I’ll learn to be your Dom…no one else will have submitted to me or given everything up to me like you will.”

He groaned as I pressed another kiss on his neck. “No other sub will have worn my collar.”

I moved lower again and flicked my tongue out to taste the soft skin. “No other sub will have knelt before me.”

He gasped as I grazed the tender column with my teeth. “No other sub will have worn my marks.”

Beckett’s hips thrust forward again, and he made the most incredible needy sound. Nipping him again, I pressed just a little harder, not enough to mark him, but enough to know just how incredible he thought the idea was. “No other sub will have worn a cock cage for me or suffered because they couldn't come.”

Fuck.

His whole body melted into me and I found my arms wrapped around him while he shivered against me. “No other sub will have spent the evening on their knees keeping my dick warm.”

He made the most insane sounds. I was going to come just by listening to him and feeling him rut against me. Telling him to stop never even occurred to me. I wanted to see how far my sexy man would go. “No other sub will have been tied down to my bed, plugged and edged.”

His hands came up and grabbed my arms. His fingers dug into my biceps while he writhed against me. “No other sub will have ridden my cock, crying out and begging to come.”

The shaking was getting worse, and I wasn’t sure how he was still standing. “You want to be the first to cry out my name and beg to come, don’t you?”

His whole body bucked and stiffened, and I knew he’d come.

Hottest. Fucking. Thing. Ever.

He slouched against me, letting the aftershocks flow through him as I did my best to keep him steady. I had no idea what was going through his mind, so I turned and kissed his forehead. “Is it silly to say that’s the most erotic thing that’s ever happened to me?”

I felt him shake with suppressed laughter, but he shook his head. “No.”

Feeling a little bit relieved he didn’t think I was stupid and he was still talking to me, I was prepared to hold him for as long as he wanted. When he pulled back, I was disappointed, but I tried to hide it. He smiled at me, a sexy flush to his cheeks. “You’re not the one who just came in their pants. So if anyone’s silly, it’s me.”

“Oh, hell no, that was so hot I’ll never get it out of my head.” I kissed his cheek. “You were beautiful.”

His sexy blush flared back to life, and he started to shake his head. Not wanting to hear him put himself or anything that had happened down, I leaned in again. Making my intentions clear, I took his lips in a tender kiss.

Since he’d already come, I was taking that as permission to get a goodnight kiss.

Beckett didn’t seem upset at my forwardness. His hand moved up and wrapped around my neck, pulling me closer. He might have been embarrassed about coming, but it wasn’t enough to stop him from giving himself completely over to the kiss.

By the time we separated, both desperate for oxygen, I knew he was the one. I’d never met anyone more perfect, and I wasn’t going to let anything get in the way of making him mine.

*****

10/26/2020

Loved this the first time around, but seeing some of the characters from the other books fall in place made it worth the reread.

Bryan, Maddox, Kevin, and Jeremy all attend the same BDSM intro meeting where Finn finally outs himself as Beckett’s stalker. They also attend a second “demo focused” meeting at the end of the book. It was on bondage techniques. Shame we didn’t get that scene in technicolor detail.

We see Dr. Sheppard, called Shep — the nickname Avery gave him, at the BDSM group’s Monday lunches. He got Bryan et al an invite to the intro meeting. No Avery. Was kinda expecting him at lunch. Or, at least, he wasn’t called out.

Beckett and Holden knew each other as professors, but both were private enough they did not realize they were both part of the community.

I’m going to read the little’s playdate book next. (Mentioned above.) I didn’t catch up with every little, but 3 out of 5 ain’t bad. And the other two have yet to be mentioned in a crossover fashion before now.

These books really need an overarching series reading order. Surprised the author hasn’t listed one on her website.

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

I need to stop reading this author. I like the characters and the premises, but OMG. Find. New. Descriptors! Everyone is not *cute*, they are not *crazy*, and they are definitely Not *insane* which is a whole other level of unacceptable anyway.

I skimmed a lot of this, and, I'm not really sure why I bothered finishing. I don't know why I keep giving the books a chance, they are all pretty much the same book, and nothing irritates me more. Maybe it's because I go in expecting very little so I'm not always that disappointed.

At least they have all been KU.

[Saimi Vasquez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finn se siente atraido por su profesor de Ingles, sobre todo porque sospecha que es sumiso, comienza a dejarle pequeños obsequios en la puerta de su oficina, para hacerle saber que esta interesado. Desde muy joven ha sabido que es un Dom, pero le ha sido muy dificil investigar y entrenarse como tal, solo ha podido hacerlo por YouTube y foros en linea, asi que cuando se entera que hay un grupo de BDSM le pide a Holden que lo ayude a entrar para una reunion de principiantes. Ahi se encuentra cara a cara con su "Profesor Sexy" y decide que va a ir directamente hacia lo que quiere, despues que vea de que se trata la reunion.
Beckett tiene años como profesor de ingles en la universidad y siempre ha sido un sumiso, ha entrenado para eso y sabe como enseñar a los demas como serlo o como enseñar a los Dom lo que deben hacer o no, ademas como profesor soltero ha tenido mas de un estudiante pidiendole citas, o queriendo quedar con el, pero el nunca ha querido mezclar ambos mundos. Hasta que comienza a recibir pequeños "snacks" de un admirador que dice querer lo mejor para el, y decide intentarlo, y esperar que se de a conocer. Cuando esta apoyando a su amigo Ash en la reunion de novatos de BDSM lo menos que se espera es conseguir a su "acosador" en ella y ver que no es otro que uno de sus estudiantes masculinos en una de sus clases este semestre.
Finn debera encontrar la forma de hacerle entender a Beckett que lo quiere para una relacion larga y si es posible de por vida. Beckett debe aceptar la diferencia de edad y que Finn es el Dom perfecto para el. Ademas deben poder acoplar sus vidas y sus horarios y llegar a conocerse realmente como pareja.

El libro es bastante divertido y romantico, tiene mucho mas aspectos de BDSM que el anterior, y muy bien explicado. Me gusto que continuan explicando que ha pasado con Ryland y Holden, y que ambas parejas de vuelven amigos, pero me paso lo mismo que con la historia anterior, me quedaron muchas dudas con respecto a varios aspectos. Por ejemplo, que paso con la reunion con los padres de Finn? Y con los amigos de Beckett? En la reunion de BDSM, que paso con la interaccion entre Ash-Beckett-Finn? entre otras cosas.
El proximo libro es sobre otro de los estudiantes del dormitorio, Jay, veamos si se aclaran algunas de estas dudas que me quedaron y si es igual de interesante y/o divertido que este.

[Nese's reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having read and enjoyed Unexpected, Ryland and his Daddy's story
l've been eager to find out more about Finn.
It was Finn that helped point Ryland down the route of his prefered kink.
It was Finn in his wisdom of all things BDSM, that answered all his questions.
Now it's his turn to find love, but first Finn needs to find where his own passion lies.

A particular sexy professor at college calls to Finn's instincts,
he desperately wants to know more about him.
As Finn's desire for his calm, sexy and skittish professor mounts
he finds a unique way to catch his attention.
In his need to " look after" his sexy professor, Finn starts leaving him gifts.
He is leaving him healthy snacks, for his busy day and little sexy notes.
Finn knows he is stalking his professor, but he likes teasing him,
he likes knowing that the professor is thinking of him.

Beckett is very level headed, usually.
He is an articulate man, but he finds himself unable to approach his stalker.
He is worried that his lifestyle choices will come out.
He may be a man of standing and a teacher ,but he is a sub,
an unconventional sub maybe, but one he identifies with strongly.
A sub without a Dom.

Finn realises his desire is to dominate Beckett,
with all their differences they are a very unconventional couple.
With so much to explore and learn together, Finn and Beckett
fall into each others arms...

This story is a slow burn, but with humour brought by the couples
from this author's previous books. l always enjoy when characters cross over.

l'm once more amazed by this author's ability to create so many different
couples, kinks and situations.

[Claudia Lezár · Rating 4 out of 5]

PLEASE READ FIRST MY RATING SYSTEM!!!

To my ratings (thanks to amazon I had to change it again and 'upgrade' it a little bit.):

5* - very very good and rare (it would be a Blow-
Away-book like 'Liberty' from Seth King,
'Save that he kids' series from EM Leya or
'Jesse's Smile' from Angelique Jurd), it's like
an A+

4* - very good and will be often reread and is a
WOW-book with interesting plot and surprises
(like most of Andrew Grey books) it's like an A

3,5* - a really good book, which will be reread a few
times (most romances where you can enjoy
for relaxing and during waiting times in
hospitals). I can recommend them definitively!
It's like an B+

3* - it could be more then a one-time-reader, but
not really an often reread book

2* - it was ok to read, but it's more a one-time-
reader (i wouldn't recommend it heartily, but
it was ok) It's like a C-, D

1* - sorry, but that isn't really a book for me (too
many mistakes, not nice plot, illogical, so an
absolut NO-GO). It's like failure in the whole
line, dismissed, repeat the class

[Mandy (MP Book Reviews) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Student Finn is not sure exactly which form of BDSM draws him the most, but he does know for certain that he is drawn to the English Professor who is also submissive. The Professor known by his students as Professor Sexy is very skittish and so Finn needs to take it slow. First, he teases Beckett with little notes and presents which makes the professor curious about his secret admirer but is not sure that he is ready to take the next step as he always insisted he does not date anyone associated with the college but he is very tempted now. The question is does his secret admirer actually know what he really likes? When an untrained Dom falls for an older, hesitant sub, sparks fly in the most unconventional ways.

I really liked this story with the unconventional start, the way that their relationship developed and how they quickly moved to a far deeper relationship taking into account both of their needs which also had a more traditional relationship. Finn was a delight with his confidence and his attitude to life and everything around him. Finn's Mum was crazy. Easy to read and understand this is an MM book containing mature content of a BDSM D/s nature with puppy play and some spanking.