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Upending Tad: A Journey of Erotic Discovery #3
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La seconda volta con Scott non è andata come Tad si aspettava, ma ha finito per fornirgli alcune importanti prese di coscienza. Tanto per cominciare, quel primo folle incontro era stato più che solo un risvegliarsi di ormoni maschili. Il che significava che provava una vera attrazione per il tipo e quello spiegava la sua mancanza di protezione verso il fascino ardente di Scott. Quel ragazzo era penetrato nelle sue difese, come se non fossero mai nemmeno esistite. Il che era già piuttosto inquietante. Pertanto, Tad era giunto alla conclusione di doversela vedere con ciò che aveva scoperto nell'unico modo logico che conoscesse: eliminando Scott dalla sua vita una volta per tutte, tenendosene ben lontano. Sfortunatamente, quel tentativo era stato molto più spiacevole di quanto si fosse aspettato. Sembrava che la sua stupida infatuazione fosse parecchio profonda, il che aveva reso la crisi d’astinenza una faccenda deprimente. Così, quando Scott inaspettatamente lo cerca, Tad si ritrova troppo mentalmente prosciugato per combattere ancora a lungo il proprio turbamento. Concedendosi un sollievo quanto mai necessario, acconsente a un incontro, ma né lui né Scott sanno che il Dom Max finirà per avere un ruolo nella cosa. Quella che inizia come una serata senza pretese, si trasforma ben presto in qualcosa di clamorosamente licenzioso. La domanda è: Tad sarà in grado di gestirlo? E, cosa più importante, che direzione gli farà prendere, nel suo continuo viaggio alla scoperta di se stesso?
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First published November 21, 2014
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May 14, 2015
4 - 4.5 Submitting Stars!!
Oh my GAWD!!! I will tell you all right now... do NOT go and brave this series without your significant other well within reach, or your...ah hem, B.O.B. within reach with a stockpile of batteries on deck!! Shit!! Still hot as all HELL and definitely a book to read if you are into voyeurism, which when it comes to this bunch, I'm into anything!!! ;)
At first, I was all...
with a lot of...
and then, well...
It's been a month since their encore reunion and Tad has been trying to keep his mind, and his body, away from Scott...a task that has not been east on him whatsoever. That is until one breaks down and contacts the other under the pretense of a friendly workout together. Tad admits that he has missed hanging out with the guy so he doesn't see the harm in the invitation. But all the while, there is a definite sexual tension and undertone of..
I absolutely love the banter between these two and oy vey the dirty talk!!! But ahhh, I never thought I would say this...I mean EVER...but for once, I would actually love to see more of the emotions and just plain old dialogue out of these two. We get a pretty good taste at the end though, and wow did it leave me wanting more!!!
"You're okay with me fucking you, stroking your cock, and yet you can't handle touch here."
Each one of these books, thus far, has focused on a different kink, and Tad being exposed to each of them. Underneath it all, there is the overlying plot of Scott and Tad and whatever the hell is going on between them. But you can definitely tell that with each encounter, their feelings are building stronger and more intense. Oh yeah...and Max? You're a douche! But I forgive you because that was some hot stuff, and you know, you're cute too! Muah!! ;)
"Don't be nervous. On my honor, I swear it won't hurt." His lips curved into an impish smirk. "My dick's a lot rougher than my lips."
Gahh!! Yes, about THAT!!! I am REALLY hoping that in Prized Possession, we finally see some serious
Each one has been just a little bit better than the last for me so far. A truly delicious, naughty treat of a series, and I am loving every minute of it! ;)
Oh my GAWD!!! I will tell you all right now... do NOT go and brave this series without your significant other well within reach, or your...ah hem, B.O.B. within reach with a stockpile of batteries on deck!! Shit!! Still hot as all HELL and definitely a book to read if you are into voyeurism, which when it comes to this bunch, I'm into anything!!! ;)
At first, I was all...
with a lot of...
and then, well...
It's been a month since their encore reunion and Tad has been trying to keep his mind, and his body, away from Scott...a task that has not been east on him whatsoever. That is until one breaks down and contacts the other under the pretense of a friendly workout together. Tad admits that he has missed hanging out with the guy so he doesn't see the harm in the invitation. But all the while, there is a definite sexual tension and undertone of..
I absolutely love the banter between these two and oy vey the dirty talk!!! But ahhh, I never thought I would say this...I mean EVER...but for once, I would actually love to see more of the emotions and just plain old dialogue out of these two. We get a pretty good taste at the end though, and wow did it leave me wanting more!!!
"You're okay with me fucking you, stroking your cock, and yet you can't handle touch here."
Each one of these books, thus far, has focused on a different kink, and Tad being exposed to each of them. Underneath it all, there is the overlying plot of Scott and Tad and whatever the hell is going on between them. But you can definitely tell that with each encounter, their feelings are building stronger and more intense. Oh yeah...and Max? You're a douche! But I forgive you because that was some hot stuff, and you know, you're cute too! Muah!! ;)
"Don't be nervous. On my honor, I swear it won't hurt." His lips curved into an impish smirk. "My dick's a lot rougher than my lips."
Gahh!! Yes, about THAT!!! I am REALLY hoping that in Prized Possession, we finally see some serious
Each one has been just a little bit better than the last for me so far. A truly delicious, naughty treat of a series, and I am loving every minute of it! ;)
September 16, 2023
It’s been one month since the end of book two.
Tad has been keeping himself busy to avoid thinking about Scott. He does some serious self-evaluation.
Staying away from Scott did nothing but stress him out. Being with him, however, made Tad inexplicably happy. On every freaking level. Because even though Scott made his head fucking spin, Tad’s outlook was clearly shifting.
I love their dynamics and internal battles.
A slight downside in this one was the D/s viewing, it wasn’t my favorite. However, watching these two men watch others and seeing their reactions to the scene was very hot. Scott knows that Tad is afraid and has reservations, and he is so beautifully vulnerable and patient with him.
Scott was like the whole damn package. Because not only did he enable Tad to relax in his skin, he showed him how to find pleasure through it in ways Tad hadn’t known existed. Scott flat-out made him thrive.
Character development and storytelling is still so good and the heat hasn’t diminished.
Scott groaned against his neck. “Ah fuck, babe. You feel that? We fit so damn right.”
Tad has been keeping himself busy to avoid thinking about Scott. He does some serious self-evaluation.
Staying away from Scott did nothing but stress him out. Being with him, however, made Tad inexplicably happy. On every freaking level. Because even though Scott made his head fucking spin, Tad’s outlook was clearly shifting.
I love their dynamics and internal battles.
A slight downside in this one was the D/s viewing, it wasn’t my favorite. However, watching these two men watch others and seeing their reactions to the scene was very hot. Scott knows that Tad is afraid and has reservations, and he is so beautifully vulnerable and patient with him.
Scott was like the whole damn package. Because not only did he enable Tad to relax in his skin, he showed him how to find pleasure through it in ways Tad hadn’t known existed. Scott flat-out made him thrive.
Character development and storytelling is still so good and the heat hasn’t diminished.
Scott groaned against his neck. “Ah fuck, babe. You feel that? We fit so damn right.”
May 17, 2015
3.5 Stars!
I almost rounded down on this one.....but the end really came through!
It's been a month since Tad and Scott have seen each other. Tad's realizing there might be something to the whole gay thing, seeing as he can't stop thinking about Scott.
I really do find a lot of this series comical, and I don't think it's all meant to be funny. The reasons Scott and Tad come up with to "see" each other are laughable at times. Sometimes I just want to slap Tad upside the head for being such an idiot.
And the whole Max scenario was just.....
I think that's what turned me off the most in this book. I didn't really care about Max and Sean. And the stuff Max is in to isn't my cuppa.
BUT....yes, there's a but.
I really started to see and feel more between Scott and Tad!
There's more connection. More feelings. It's not just physical. That's what I want to see more of!
I almost rounded down on this one.....but the end really came through!
It's been a month since Tad and Scott have seen each other. Tad's realizing there might be something to the whole gay thing, seeing as he can't stop thinking about Scott.
I really do find a lot of this series comical, and I don't think it's all meant to be funny. The reasons Scott and Tad come up with to "see" each other are laughable at times. Sometimes I just want to slap Tad upside the head for being such an idiot.
And the whole Max scenario was just.....
I think that's what turned me off the most in this book. I didn't really care about Max and Sean. And the stuff Max is in to isn't my cuppa.
BUT....yes, there's a but.
I really started to see and feel more between Scott and Tad!
There's more connection. More feelings. It's not just physical. That's what I want to see more of!
September 24, 2019
3 Stars
This almost was a fail for me.
Let me say again that BDSM is just not my cuppa, and though the BDSM aspects didn’t exactly involve MC’s Tad and Scott, it is front and center and very explicit this go around.
Tad’s been kicking himself for making a quick escape from Scott. It’s been over a month and he knows he’s lost his opportunity because of his fears and insecurities and confusion. Luckily though, Scott equally can’t get Tad off his mind and he tracks Tad down so they can hangout. However, their supposed platonic night soon devolves into a peep show when Scott’s “Dom” roommate Maximus, asks them to be voyeurs to his client’s session.
Ensue the witnessing of pain, humiliation, and the use of several scary kinky toys. Ugh.
Thankfully, being front and center to some mind boggling live porn is just the impetus to get these two all hot and bothered for the other.
“Holy fucking erotica”
The last third of this installment was just what I needed - Scott taking control and broadening Tad’s horizons in all the best ways. UNF.
Obviously, I could’ve done without the other live performance that didn’t involve our beloved MC’s, but this turned itself around to focus on Tad and Scott, allowing them to finally acknowledge some feels and to ensure that whatever is brewing between them is just the beginning!
This almost was a fail for me.
Let me say again that BDSM is just not my cuppa, and though the BDSM aspects didn’t exactly involve MC’s Tad and Scott, it is front and center and very explicit this go around.
Tad’s been kicking himself for making a quick escape from Scott. It’s been over a month and he knows he’s lost his opportunity because of his fears and insecurities and confusion. Luckily though, Scott equally can’t get Tad off his mind and he tracks Tad down so they can hangout. However, their supposed platonic night soon devolves into a peep show when Scott’s “Dom” roommate Maximus, asks them to be voyeurs to his client’s session.
Ensue the witnessing of pain, humiliation, and the use of several scary kinky toys. Ugh.
Thankfully, being front and center to some mind boggling live porn is just the impetus to get these two all hot and bothered for the other.
“Holy fucking erotica”
The last third of this installment was just what I needed - Scott taking control and broadening Tad’s horizons in all the best ways. UNF.
Obviously, I could’ve done without the other live performance that didn’t involve our beloved MC’s, but this turned itself around to focus on Tad and Scott, allowing them to finally acknowledge some feels and to ensure that whatever is brewing between them is just the beginning!
December 1, 2023
My, my ... Tad's head is a rarely weird place. Of the first three books, this is the one I liked the least, except for the ending. That was wonderful. Well except for ... I'd like to snap Max's neck.
I could have lived without the scene with Max and his sub. At least it made Tad stop thinking for a bit and then ... wham ... FEELINGS. Oh my goodness.
Scott wasn’t just under Tad’s skin anymore, but on a crash-course straight for his heart. But fuck, come on, that couldn’t be right. Sounded way too much like love. 🤩🤩🤩
Definitely love how Scott gets possessive.
Scott gripped it with a growl and started to stroke, pressing his lips to Tad’s cheek. “In this moment,” he ground out, slowing his thrusts. “You—are fucking—mine.” 🫠🫠🫠
I could have lived without the scene with Max and his sub. At least it made Tad stop thinking for a bit and then ... wham ... FEELINGS. Oh my goodness.
Scott wasn’t just under Tad’s skin anymore, but on a crash-course straight for his heart. But fuck, come on, that couldn’t be right. Sounded way too much like love. 🤩🤩🤩
Definitely love how Scott gets possessive.
Scott gripped it with a growl and started to stroke, pressing his lips to Tad’s cheek. “In this moment,” he ground out, slowing his thrusts. “You—are fucking—mine.” 🫠🫠🫠
May 12, 2015
Phew! I'm exhausted! Give me a minute....
OK first we had some
And some
Then Max asked Tad and Scott for a favor and it all went
And
And then Max just...
Let me tell you, I went
OK, 'til the next instalment comes out I'll be waiting
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July 19, 2019
3.5 Stars
Fans of voyeuristic scenes will love this one, as Tad and Scott step behind the glass this time to watch Max at work with his new sub. It’s an eye opening experience for Tad – one that makes him both uncomfortable and ridiculously turned on.
Playing the (unseen) voyeurs in Max’s scene predictably gets both men hot and bothered, resulting in one hell of a sexy and spontaneous sexual encounter of their very own in the private of that dark little room.
This was just as hot as the other stories, which at this point is well and truly expected. It was fun to see Max in action as the big bad dom and it was even more fun experiencing Tad’s deer-in-the-headlights reactions to watching the man work his eager little sub over in the next room.
At this point, Tad and Scott’s “relationship” is developing very nicely, with Tad sorting through all these life-changing feelings and learning to fully embrace this passion that Scott has unlocked within him. Tad’s not quite ready to go public, but he’s definitely at the point where he’s done trying to avoid his feelings.
I absolutely love Scott, too. This guy is so god damn sexy, with the added bonus of being a really caring and friendly guy on top of everything. He’s clearly gone on Tad, but he’s doing a hell of a job holding the intensity of his feelings back, allowing Tad to sort through his shit at his own pace, but still making it known just how much he’s wanted. The dude is hella romantic, if you ask me, and I can’t wait to see what happens when he finally unleashes his feelings on his shy boy.
Fans of voyeuristic scenes will love this one, as Tad and Scott step behind the glass this time to watch Max at work with his new sub. It’s an eye opening experience for Tad – one that makes him both uncomfortable and ridiculously turned on.
Playing the (unseen) voyeurs in Max’s scene predictably gets both men hot and bothered, resulting in one hell of a sexy and spontaneous sexual encounter of their very own in the private of that dark little room.
This was just as hot as the other stories, which at this point is well and truly expected. It was fun to see Max in action as the big bad dom and it was even more fun experiencing Tad’s deer-in-the-headlights reactions to watching the man work his eager little sub over in the next room.
At this point, Tad and Scott’s “relationship” is developing very nicely, with Tad sorting through all these life-changing feelings and learning to fully embrace this passion that Scott has unlocked within him. Tad’s not quite ready to go public, but he’s definitely at the point where he’s done trying to avoid his feelings.
I absolutely love Scott, too. This guy is so god damn sexy, with the added bonus of being a really caring and friendly guy on top of everything. He’s clearly gone on Tad, but he’s doing a hell of a job holding the intensity of his feelings back, allowing Tad to sort through his shit at his own pace, but still making it known just how much he’s wanted. The dude is hella romantic, if you ask me, and I can’t wait to see what happens when he finally unleashes his feelings on his shy boy.
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May 22, 2023this is definitely my favorite so far, Tad and Scott had conversations that didn't revolve around sex haha holla!
i hope that that momentum continues! we also see Sean and Max for the first time, i see they have their own duology that i might read after this series is done haha
ps Tad stop giving Scott mixed messages, it will hurt not only you but Scott in the long run....
i hope that that momentum continues! we also see Sean and Max for the first time, i see they have their own duology that i might read after this series is done haha
ps Tad stop giving Scott mixed messages, it will hurt not only you but Scott in the long run....
May 17, 2015
4,5 stars
Is it strange if I don’t know how excatly to review this book?
This book is seen as a PWP but it is so much more!!!
Yes, it was sourching hot..
He shoved his index into Tad’s mouth. “But no more small talk.” His finger salaciously stroked Tad’s tongue. “Suck me while I’m fucking you. Pretend it’s my dick. Wanna feel how you’d try to make me come.”
But the emotions Tad was going through!! He coming to terms that maybe his feelings he’s having for Scott are not only physical but that he’s coming more and more emotianally involved…..
Well, except for the kind of stuff the guy was doing now, like moving his fingers all tenderly through Tad’s hair. Intimate shit like that was definitely what jarred him. But why, when they’d already had so much raw, carnal closeness. Why did calm-and-cozy make Tad so mental?
Yeah, deep down he was pretty sure why.
This kind of intimacy was gunning for something else. Something quintessentially different. This type of slow and smoldering seduction had its crosshairs trained on his hear
“Awe, babe,” Scott murmured. “My bold and beautiful man...”
Aah, Scott, babe I love ya!!
And PLEEEEEAAAASEEEE, next installement, give us this longwanting first-real-kiss!!!!
I crave it and I know it’s going to BLOW MY MIND…
Until then…
Other reviews of the series:
Review - Loser Takes All (book 1)
Review - Test of Endurance (book 2)
Is it strange if I don’t know how excatly to review this book?
This book is seen as a PWP but it is so much more!!!
Yes, it was sourching hot..
He shoved his index into Tad’s mouth. “But no more small talk.” His finger salaciously stroked Tad’s tongue. “Suck me while I’m fucking you. Pretend it’s my dick. Wanna feel how you’d try to make me come.”
But the emotions Tad was going through!! He coming to terms that maybe his feelings he’s having for Scott are not only physical but that he’s coming more and more emotianally involved…..
Well, except for the kind of stuff the guy was doing now, like moving his fingers all tenderly through Tad’s hair. Intimate shit like that was definitely what jarred him. But why, when they’d already had so much raw, carnal closeness. Why did calm-and-cozy make Tad so mental?
Yeah, deep down he was pretty sure why.
This kind of intimacy was gunning for something else. Something quintessentially different. This type of slow and smoldering seduction had its crosshairs trained on his hear
“Awe, babe,” Scott murmured. “My bold and beautiful man...”
Aah, Scott, babe I love ya!!
And PLEEEEEAAAASEEEE, next installement, give us this longwanting first-real-kiss!!!!
I crave it and I know it’s going to BLOW MY MIND…
Until then…
Other reviews of the series:
Review - Loser Takes All (book 1)
Review - Test of Endurance (book 2)
July 29, 2019
*4,5 stars*
There is lots of character and relationship development in part 3 of this series, and quite a bit of soul-searching on Tad’s part.
He can admit a couple of things to himself (but certainly not to Scott) now - like that he loves the sex with the other guy and that he finds him attractive, but he still prefers not to look too closely what that means in terms of his sexuality and real emotions.
Kora Knight does an excellent job here, letting us be part of Tad’s thought processes, all his anguish, confusion and pleasure. And despite being in his mind and POV, she allows us to experience very clearly how much Scott likes the guy.
There is definitely some acknowledgement of emotional attraction, even if they don’t make it to that ‘dreaded’ (Tad) kiss. I actually felt very sorry for Scott who puts his heart pretty much on the sleeve for Tad and gets nothing to show for it. Tad can’t and won’t look that deeply (yet!)
I particularly loved how Tad and Scott get to know each other better, click over so many things they like and just get on like a house on fire.
The highly explosive sex comes in the form of a voyeur session – Scott and Tad are asked to watch Max and one of his subs, Sean, in a scorching BDSM scene. No wonder they get more than hot and bothered! (and frankly, so did i!)
Again, fabulous, highly entertaining writing on all levels!
I can’t wait to see where Tad’s journey leads next!
There is lots of character and relationship development in part 3 of this series, and quite a bit of soul-searching on Tad’s part.
He can admit a couple of things to himself (but certainly not to Scott) now - like that he loves the sex with the other guy and that he finds him attractive, but he still prefers not to look too closely what that means in terms of his sexuality and real emotions.
Kora Knight does an excellent job here, letting us be part of Tad’s thought processes, all his anguish, confusion and pleasure. And despite being in his mind and POV, she allows us to experience very clearly how much Scott likes the guy.
There is definitely some acknowledgement of emotional attraction, even if they don’t make it to that ‘dreaded’ (Tad) kiss. I actually felt very sorry for Scott who puts his heart pretty much on the sleeve for Tad and gets nothing to show for it. Tad can’t and won’t look that deeply (yet!)
I particularly loved how Tad and Scott get to know each other better, click over so many things they like and just get on like a house on fire.
The highly explosive sex comes in the form of a voyeur session – Scott and Tad are asked to watch Max and one of his subs, Sean, in a scorching BDSM scene. No wonder they get more than hot and bothered! (and frankly, so did i!)
Again, fabulous, highly entertaining writing on all levels!
I can’t wait to see where Tad’s journey leads next!
January 12, 2017
************** a million stars ********************
FRISKY FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21.
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"Don't go there," he whispered, burying his face in Tad's neck. "Not back where you were. Not when I just got you out."
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Kora, honey. *looks at you seriously*
This was fucking magnificent. Hands down. I loved it. Pure and simple. I felt it.
I could fill this review with drool worthy pics and gifs, but damn, you have me in tears, woman! Tears, I tell you!
This is exactly the type of story I utterly love. Play by play, really "zoomed in" on the characters, small gestures, touches and words revealing so much, smokin' hot, yet tender.
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"But what if I've already fallen?"
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"H-h-holy f-fuck!" Squirming in Scott's hold, he struggled not to come. The bastard just kept snickering and kept on going.
"G-g-goddamn it," Tad laughed. "Why d-d-does everything you do f-f-feel so fucking good?"
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It really was. It f-f-felt so fucking good.
Having Tad and Scott in the situation in the story, having them play off it like that, was a stroke of genius. And beautifully told.
The story, the characters (all four of them!), the descriptions, the push and pull, Tad's stubborn, yet scared indecision, Scott's playful, yet demanding, yet fragile being, their words, the illustrative words (like *smack)...
Just the pace of your writing and the jump between inside and outside of the glass.
I am blown away.
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"Awe, babe," Scott murmured. "My bold and beautiful man..."
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It was off the chart hot, but what I'm left with is feels!
I left my heart in this book.
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#1 Loser Takes All. My review here!
#2 Test of Endurance My review here!
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#wine #porn #BPR
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Tad's heart gave his ribcage a happy kick as those stupid fucking fluttery things roared back to like.
I love your descriptions, Kora!
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Dark washed denim sat low on Scott's hips, encasing strong thighs and chiseled calves--and every other place that counted. Damn, the dude could rock a pair of jeans.
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"Earth to Tad? You still with me?"
Tad blinked, heat rushing to his cheeks."Uh....yeah," he chuckled. "Was just... uh..."
CRACK!
57%
Tad exhaled hard, tamping back a groan. He'd been holding his breath and hadn't even realized it, so morbidly transfixed(...)
Uh-huh!
58%
He glanced at Scott. Instantly the dude met his gaze, the fire in his eyes nearly knocking Tad off his feet. Restless, starving, barely contained desire. Whatever he was thinking about, it was seriously getting him worked up. And fuck, did he wear hot-and-bothered well.
I'm loving this! Oh, Scott!
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"H-h-holy f-fuck!" Squirming in Scott's hold, he struggled not to come. The bastard just kept snickering and kept on going. "G-g-goddamn it," Tad laughed. "Why d-d-does everything you do f-f-feel so fucking good?"
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(...) it wasn't so much about the physical contact as it was about the connection. (...) Because Scott lit his insides like nobody else. And Tad wasn't just referring to just his groin. The guy sparked an odd kind of sunlight in his chest. Those big warm eyes, that great fucking smile.
Aww...
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"Don't go there," he whispered, burying his face in Tad's neck. "Not back where you were. Not when I just got you out."
Tad could feel Scott's eyelashes against his skin, felt the moment they slowly closed.
"Just... say that you missed me... like I missed you."
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He showed his index into Tad's mouth. "But no more small talk." His finger salaciously stroked Tad's mouth. "Suck me while I'm fucking you. Pretend it's my dick. Wanna feel how you'd try to make me come."
GAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!
95%
"Awe, babe," Scott murmured. "My bold and beautiful man..."
May 17, 2015
Holy fuck! These two just keep getting hotter and hotter! I'm not sure I'll survive the next book!
November 24, 2014
Another BRILLIANT novella in this series
My normal preferences are dark erotica and MC books but every now and again I need my 'fix ' of HOT m/m action and these books seriously deliver.
In this 3rd book Tad is struggling with him feelings for Scott and tries to keep his distance, but Scott makes contact and Tad is beyond resisting and what follows is a highly erotic encounter....
"You ready gorgeous? Scott rasped...cause I'm ready to f**k "
Good grief , I was beyond flustered at this stage and think I actually squeaked because my husband asked me what the hell I was reading!!
The sex is totally HOT but you can feel a love between then developing
"Just....say that you missed me....like I missed you "
Kora, you know how much I love these books and you did not disappoint here...bring on the next one, ASAP!!
My normal preferences are dark erotica and MC books but every now and again I need my 'fix ' of HOT m/m action and these books seriously deliver.
In this 3rd book Tad is struggling with him feelings for Scott and tries to keep his distance, but Scott makes contact and Tad is beyond resisting and what follows is a highly erotic encounter....
"You ready gorgeous? Scott rasped...cause I'm ready to f**k "
Good grief , I was beyond flustered at this stage and think I actually squeaked because my husband asked me what the hell I was reading!!
The sex is totally HOT but you can feel a love between then developing
"Just....say that you missed me....like I missed you "
Kora, you know how much I love these books and you did not disappoint here...bring on the next one, ASAP!!
April 3, 2018
I've read this series more times than I'd like to admit, but the audio edition, by Michael Pauley, was the perfect excuse for a re-read/listen. It was everything I'd hoped for and more. Embarrassingly I realized I'd never left a review. Shame on me.
Loser Takes All by Kora Knight was the beginning of my love affair with this series and each successive episode amplifies and moves the story forward. You really should read in order, so I'm probably going to allude to things from the prior installments.
It's been a month since Scott and Tad's last encounter, at the end of which, Tad was forced to admit, if only to himself, an attraction to Scott. Another man. Admit that it wasn't a one time fluke. Shaken by this realization, Tad has kept away from Scott hoping distance will clarify his thoughts and fade Scott in his memory. One out of two ain't bad. He's done some productive and honest soul searching but the jonesing for Scott isn't going away.
Luckily Scott is on hand to help his boy out by coming to see him, and what a good move that is because as it turns out Tad, even in his confusion, wants to be wooed. And he should be.
The pretext Scott uses to get Tad to "hang out" is that he needs a spotter while he weight lifts. Tad needs no convincing. Of course once they get to the work-out the mutual lusting is as strong as ever, but Scott is holding true to his promise to not cross any lines and Tad is still working things out in his head. The spanner that kicks both of our guys off the safe and narrow trail is Max, Scott's room mate, and his request for "active" observers to his BDSM session with his sub Sean. BTW: once you're done with this series you need to go directly to the Dungeon Black Duology, Max & Sean's story. Awesome.
Needless to say, the intense scene between Max & Sean, even at the distance of the viewing room and behind glass, gets the libido going and the inevitable happens. *Scorching*
Perhaps my favorite thing, as usual in this series, is being in Tad's head. He's funny, scared, brave and daring all at once. That restless brain is always going a mile a minute, questioning and doubting but ultimately honest, if only with himself. For now.
The other absolute treat is seeing Scott lose it. His total craving for Tad cracking the veneer of cool that seems to be his trademark:
As is the norm with Kora the sex is scorching but equally moving emotionally and shows something deeper about the characters and the story. It's not just prurience and Michael Pauley captures the emotions beautifully.
By the end Tad has come to terms with quite a few things and is ready to go to the next level, but on a more even ground, and Scott agrees.
Loser Takes All by Kora Knight was the beginning of my love affair with this series and each successive episode amplifies and moves the story forward. You really should read in order, so I'm probably going to allude to things from the prior installments.
It's been a month since Scott and Tad's last encounter, at the end of which, Tad was forced to admit, if only to himself, an attraction to Scott. Another man. Admit that it wasn't a one time fluke. Shaken by this realization, Tad has kept away from Scott hoping distance will clarify his thoughts and fade Scott in his memory. One out of two ain't bad. He's done some productive and honest soul searching but the jonesing for Scott isn't going away.
"The frustrating truth of the matter was, his hopes to purge Scott from his brain via distance and time had failed bigger than shit. Even now, he'd yet to stop obsessing over the guy. In fact, his urge to see Scott had only become more persistent."
Luckily Scott is on hand to help his boy out by coming to see him, and what a good move that is because as it turns out Tad, even in his confusion, wants to be wooed. And he should be.
The pretext Scott uses to get Tad to "hang out" is that he needs a spotter while he weight lifts. Tad needs no convincing. Of course once they get to the work-out the mutual lusting is as strong as ever, but Scott is holding true to his promise to not cross any lines and Tad is still working things out in his head. The spanner that kicks both of our guys off the safe and narrow trail is Max, Scott's room mate, and his request for "active" observers to his BDSM session with his sub Sean. BTW: once you're done with this series you need to go directly to the Dungeon Black Duology, Max & Sean's story. Awesome.
Needless to say, the intense scene between Max & Sean, even at the distance of the viewing room and behind glass, gets the libido going and the inevitable happens. *Scorching*
Perhaps my favorite thing, as usual in this series, is being in Tad's head. He's funny, scared, brave and daring all at once. That restless brain is always going a mile a minute, questioning and doubting but ultimately honest, if only with himself. For now.
"But now, as Scott sat beside him, effortlessly looking straight into his soul, Tad knew it without a doubt. The guy got him. Really got him. And it was freeing in a way Tad couldn't describe. But now that he'd tasted it, he didn't want to let it go. Didn't want to let Scott go. But not just because of the dude's comfort card. Scott was like the whole damn package. Because not only did he enable Tad to relax in his skin, he showed him how to find pleasure through it in ways Tad hadn't known existed. Scott flat-out made him thrive."
The other absolute treat is seeing Scott lose it. His total craving for Tad cracking the veneer of cool that seems to be his trademark:
"Scott cursed and kicked up the strength of his thrusts, as if intentionally trying to derail Tad's brain. Which worked surprisingly well. But the second Tad calmed, Scott slowed to a stop. 'Don't go there,' he whispered, burying his face in Tad's neck. 'Not back where you were. Not when I just got you out.' Tad could feel Scott's lashes against his skin, felt the moment they slowly closed. 'Just ... say that you missed me ... like I missed you.'"
As is the norm with Kora the sex is scorching but equally moving emotionally and shows something deeper about the characters and the story. It's not just prurience and Michael Pauley captures the emotions beautifully.
By the end Tad has come to terms with quite a few things and is ready to go to the next level, but on a more even ground, and Scott agrees.
"Taking a left at the stop sign, he acknowledged his aching body ... and smiled. He'd be sore for a week, and not just from weight lifting. Scott had left his mark again. Tad lingered on the memory, suspecting the guy truly enjoyed making sure Tad thought of him for days. Not that he wouldn't anyway. The choice was no longer Tad's to make. It was like Scott had tattooed himself deep beneath his skin. And for reasons that were still a bit hazy, Tad was cool with that. It seemed kind of appropriate, really. If Scott was going to be in his head, have his scent all over his body, then he might as well be in Tad's bloodstream, too."
December 18, 2014
Oh! thank Christ there's going to be a fourth book!
4.5 stars
4.5 stars
July 1, 2015
Let's see what we have here...
Kinkiness galore? ✔
Voyeurism? ✔
Insane sexual tension? ✔
Tenderness? ✔
GREAT writing? ✔ ✔ ✔
Scott & Tad have amazing chemistry, and I swear the sexual tension was palpable in that goddamn room! They're trying to take their relationship past the physical. Well, Scott is trying, Tad is still coming to terms with everything and refusing to cooperate... much. Because his body, and I dare say his heart, have a whole other agenda than his mind.
The touching was hot and tender, the whispering shudder-inducing, and there's also an ounce of possessiveness flaring up. As for the sex? Well, it's just as scorching as ever. Duh! Kora Knight sure knows how to write! Here's what I mean...
And then there's...
There's a lot more where that came from. You just read the book and find out for yourself. ;-)
One more thing. I so wanted to slap Max for interrupting their almost-kiss!!! Jesus fucking Christ!!!
I.Want. Need. More. And when I say more, what I mean is...
Kinkiness galore? ✔
Voyeurism? ✔
Insane sexual tension? ✔
Tenderness? ✔
GREAT writing? ✔ ✔ ✔
Scott & Tad have amazing chemistry, and I swear the sexual tension was palpable in that goddamn room! They're trying to take their relationship past the physical. Well, Scott is trying, Tad is still coming to terms with everything and refusing to cooperate... much. Because his body, and I dare say his heart, have a whole other agenda than his mind.
The touching was hot and tender, the whispering shudder-inducing, and there's also an ounce of possessiveness flaring up. As for the sex? Well, it's just as scorching as ever. Duh! Kora Knight sure knows how to write! Here's what I mean...
He shoved his index into Tad's mouth. "But no more small talk." His finger salaciously stroked Tad's tongue. "Suck me while I'm fucking you. Pretend it's my dick. Wanna feel how you'd try to make me come."
And then there's...
Again, his hand curled around Tad's throat. But just like before, it wasn't one of those dark-kinky, asphyxiating kind of grips. Instead it felt more like a gesture of claim.
There's a lot more where that came from. You just read the book and find out for yourself. ;-)
One more thing. I so wanted to slap Max for interrupting their almost-kiss!!! Jesus fucking Christ!!!
I.
June 26, 2024
⭐2.75/5 *Red needs to not have been there*stars
🌶️5/5 *erotica so outstanding* peppers
are they going to kiss ever?
I'm outraged that i'm over half of these and still waiting for the kiss to happen. In fact, if you tell me that the whole point of this erotic exploration business is to find out whether Tad has kissed a boy and liked it, i will be very mad. I'll still read the rest, like don't get me wrong, but yeah.
Also, i was a tad afraid (hehe, get it?) that this was going the MM+ route and that would have been hot but not what i'm here for.
Oh, and i think i have had enough of Tad's turmoil. Empirical evidence suggests that penetrative intercourse is a fucking ordeal, especially for the receiving end, emotionally i mean. So let it go on official record that once is enough to know if you're going back for more. So for 2 instalments we know Tad is coming back for more. Stop with the bellyaching. We know you want it. I need my MC's to own their feelings.
Oh and stop calling Scott 'dude', you're not making it easier for yourself.
✌️
🌶️5/5 *erotica so outstanding* peppers
are they going to kiss ever?
I'm outraged that i'm over half of these and still waiting for the kiss to happen. In fact, if you tell me that the whole point of this erotic exploration business is to find out whether Tad has kissed a boy and liked it, i will be very mad. I'll still read the rest, like don't get me wrong, but yeah.
Also, i was a tad afraid (hehe, get it?) that this was going the MM+ route and that would have been hot but not what i'm here for.
Oh, and i think i have had enough of Tad's turmoil. Empirical evidence suggests that penetrative intercourse is a fucking ordeal, especially for the receiving end, emotionally i mean. So let it go on official record that once is enough to know if you're going back for more. So for 2 instalments we know Tad is coming back for more. Stop with the bellyaching. We know you want it. I need my MC's to own their feelings.
Oh and stop calling Scott 'dude', you're not making it easier for yourself.
✌️
January 2, 2016
*** 3.5 Stars ***
The voyeurism was hot - to a point. I appreciated how Knight mostly kept the focus on Tad and Scott's reactions to what they were watching rather than on Max and Sean's kinkfest. My heart also squeed at the feelz that are starting to bubble up on Tad's behalf and how Scott is clearly already all in. Can't wait for more from these two.
The voyeurism was hot - to a point. I appreciated how Knight mostly kept the focus on Tad and Scott's reactions to what they were watching rather than on Max and Sean's kinkfest. My heart also squeed at the feelz that are starting to bubble up on Tad's behalf and how Scott is clearly already all in. Can't wait for more from these two.
October 19, 2015
Really enjoyed this one...on to the next one. Review after the last book ;)
May 27, 2025
Re-read 5/27/25
This one was a lot of fun! Tad is finally wising up and Scott has some feelings!
This one was a lot of fun! Tad is finally wising up and Scott has some feelings!
May 31, 2025
SO HOT. Voyeurs to Max and Sean. Scott and Tad back at it again. Tad still confused but Scott with his patience will win in the end. These re-reads are fun!
Side note: I’m overlooking the term “pussy” as a pejorative. It’s VERY annoying when authors do this but ugh 😑 it just makes this a very dated read.
Onto the next installment….
Side note: I’m overlooking the term “pussy” as a pejorative. It’s VERY annoying when authors do this but ugh 😑 it just makes this a very dated read.
Onto the next installment….
September 16, 2023
Incredible !! Amazing !! Super hotness !! Tad stayed away from Scott for a month, but no more, because he was going to call him. Instead, his phone rings and Scott's calling him, as he walks to his Jeep he looks up to see Scott leaning on it. Talking resumes and they are on the way to Tad's for clothes, and then to Scott's for dinner and a weight lifting session. The guys watch Max and his Sub, Sean in the dungeon behind the glass.
Wow, that's some serious play, wonderful descriptions of every movement, listening to the sounds, the music, and Tad is in a frenzy of his own. Looking at Scott he knows he must feel the same. It's Tad's time to man up and ask for what he wants.
( "-it wasn't so much the physical contact as it was about the connection...because Scott lit his insides ...the guy sparked an odd kind of sunlight in his chest. Those big warm eyes, that great f---ing smile. All those cool things he said. Hell, he'd been drawing Tad in all along, but he'd been to dense to realize." )
So, "yes", the answer was yes, he wanted Scott, and he got him, up against the glass wall, mind-blowing, erotic, passionate sex.
Love these characters, the sensual erotic scenes, the deep thought-filled guys, the willingness to try new adventures, eye opening, life changing realizations.
Highly recommend - E N J O Y !!!
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Wow, that's some serious play, wonderful descriptions of every movement, listening to the sounds, the music, and Tad is in a frenzy of his own. Looking at Scott he knows he must feel the same. It's Tad's time to man up and ask for what he wants.
( "-it wasn't so much the physical contact as it was about the connection...because Scott lit his insides ...the guy sparked an odd kind of sunlight in his chest. Those big warm eyes, that great f---ing smile. All those cool things he said. Hell, he'd been drawing Tad in all along, but he'd been to dense to realize." )
So, "yes", the answer was yes, he wanted Scott, and he got him, up against the glass wall, mind-blowing, erotic, passionate sex.
Love these characters, the sensual erotic scenes, the deep thought-filled guys, the willingness to try new adventures, eye opening, life changing realizations.
Highly recommend - E N J O Y !!!
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November 21, 2014
I literally stalked this release after reading volumes 1 and 2 a few weeks back. This series is beautifully written, with scorching *HAWT* sex and so much emotional tension! Tad's confusion about his attraction to and feelings for Scott are raw and believable and make for a simmering storyline. Will they? Won't they? Are they brave enough to transcend the physical and move this thing into the emotional? Only Kora Knight can say, but I for one am along for the breathless ride in hopes that they WILL!
This series is a must-read for lovers of hot M/M erotica.
This series is a must-read for lovers of hot M/M erotica.
March 26, 2017
De-fucking-licious!
His finger salaciously stroked Tad’s tongue. “Suck me while I’m fucking you. Pretend it’s my dick. Wanna feel how you’d try to make me come.”
His finger salaciously stroked Tad’s tongue. “Suck me while I’m fucking you. Pretend it’s my dick. Wanna feel how you’d try to make me come.”
January 30, 2022
Still good. Quite a bit of voyeurism as the MCs watch a D/s show.
February 19, 2022
Reread Feb 2022 - I'm looking forward to their kiss now, that's for sure
Original Review
Ok so like alot of other people have said this story is a more 'normal' GFY, as in more build-up and less sex. i enjoyed this ALOT i enjoy getting to know these characters a little more and obviously there is still alot more to learn. However this story started to get a little frustrating, its very VERY obvious Tad is gay, (not straight and suddenly found a man attractive, but never found anyone attractive until Scott) but he still doesn't see it!! ARGH this does conflict me a little, because i guess its more realistic than just instantly being comfortable with admitting your gay after thinking your straight, but seriously dude? YOU'RE GAY! i guess i just feel so sorry for Scott, he clearly likes Tad and Tad just keeps pushing him away.
On the upside though, this story did end more positively with the possibility of things between them progressing and not Tad leaving things in the air.
Once again the sex was steaming hot! Max and Seans scene was.... mmmm....
looking forward to the next one.
Original Review
Ok so like alot of other people have said this story is a more 'normal' GFY, as in more build-up and less sex. i enjoyed this ALOT i enjoy getting to know these characters a little more and obviously there is still alot more to learn. However this story started to get a little frustrating, its very VERY obvious Tad is gay, (not straight and suddenly found a man attractive, but never found anyone attractive until Scott) but he still doesn't see it!! ARGH this does conflict me a little, because i guess its more realistic than just instantly being comfortable with admitting your gay after thinking your straight, but seriously dude? YOU'RE GAY! i guess i just feel so sorry for Scott, he clearly likes Tad and Tad just keeps pushing him away.
On the upside though, this story did end more positively with the possibility of things between them progressing and not Tad leaving things in the air.
Once again the sex was steaming hot! Max and Seans scene was.... mmmm....
looking forward to the next one.
July 25, 2015
HOLY H-E-double-hockey-sticks!!
And I mean that in the hottest way! And umm, in a confused way too...
It was definitely nice to see Tad starting to at least acknowledge this thing that's happening between him and Scott beyond the bedroom... well, so to speak, seeing that they actually haven't done it in an actual bed, let alone a bedroom. Hah!
I thought it was nice to see them interacting without all the awkwardness from Tad, feeling their connection outside the "act" itself. But then it veered into BDSM land courtesy of Scott's roommate, and we're not talking vanilla-ized BDSM. I admit it was a tad uncomfortable and definitely pushed my limits (even past how this genre is pushing it). Having said that, I thought it was interesting to see how that was used as a vehicle to move their relationship (half?) a step forward.
I keep searching for a deeper layer to Scott but I'm seeing only what Tad sees, and I realize that's ok. It did feel like I saw more of him here, for sure. And Tad, in similar fashion as in the previous books, drives away again at the non-end. Only this time, it feels hopeful and not as confused...
Now I just have to wait for the next book...
And I mean that in the hottest way! And umm, in a confused way too...
It was definitely nice to see Tad starting to at least acknowledge this thing that's happening between him and Scott beyond the bedroom... well, so to speak, seeing that they actually haven't done it in an actual bed, let alone a bedroom. Hah!
I thought it was nice to see them interacting without all the awkwardness from Tad, feeling their connection outside the "act" itself. But then it veered into BDSM land courtesy of Scott's roommate, and we're not talking vanilla-ized BDSM. I admit it was a tad uncomfortable and definitely pushed my limits (even past how this genre is pushing it). Having said that, I thought it was interesting to see how that was used as a vehicle to move their relationship (half?) a step forward.
I keep searching for a deeper layer to Scott but I'm seeing only what Tad sees, and I realize that's ok. It did feel like I saw more of him here, for sure. And Tad, in similar fashion as in the previous books, drives away again at the non-end. Only this time, it feels hopeful and not as confused...
Now I just have to wait for the next book...
November 22, 2014
I love these books so much! The character interaction is amazing and these guys are effin hot!! Max got on my nerves in the end of this one and I can't wait to see if and how his attitude is adjusted. Can't these please continue beyond 5 books? I want a lot more of these guys!
January 27, 2016
I have a twisted curiosity about "Red"
He's so freaking scary and weird but i wanna know his story!
More sex fest! But it seems our shy boy Tad is figuring things out :)
He's so freaking scary and weird but i wanna know his story!
More sex fest! But it seems our shy boy Tad is figuring things out :)
April 15, 2022
Initially enjoyed but making note here of author's ableist and anti-vax statements. DNR.
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