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Finding Finley
FINLEY
I may be young, but I know what I want.
I yearn to be submissive, both in and out of the bedroom. There's nothing I crave more than being under the control of another man. Handing over power would fulfill a need I feel down to the marrow of my bones.
What I don't know is how to get it. This kind of relationship requires complete trust--something I don't give to anyone except my only friend.
Then along comes Dr. Aidan Kingsley. For the third time in my life, he helps me, without even knowing it, and someone like that, I can't help but believe in. This is the man I'm meant to be on my knees for. Aidan is meant to be my Sir.
AIDAN
I've never had a full-time submissive.
I've certainly never had a houseboy, but when I meet Finley, I can't seem to turn him away.
Instead, I decide to keep things simple, showing Finley that he can take pride on his knees but also stand on his own. He takes care of my home, and he gives me control, in a strictly platonic way, even though he wants more. He's so beautiful, so naturally submissive, that I'm having a hard time sticking to my rules.
The more he flourishes and the more he craves from me, the tougher I find it to deny him. Before I know it, he's under my skin. In my bed and in my heart. It wasn't supposed to go this far. I was only supposed to give him the tools he needed to find his own strength, yet somehow, in the finding of Finley, I found myself too.
But my precious boy is only twenty; nineteen years my junior. And as I've told him, forever is a long time, and nothing in life is guaranteed.***
Finding Finley contains various k*nks, domestic discipline and a nineteen-year age gap. Please take that into consideration before deciding if this book is for you.
I may be young, but I know what I want.
I yearn to be submissive, both in and out of the bedroom. There's nothing I crave more than being under the control of another man. Handing over power would fulfill a need I feel down to the marrow of my bones.
What I don't know is how to get it. This kind of relationship requires complete trust--something I don't give to anyone except my only friend.
Then along comes Dr. Aidan Kingsley. For the third time in my life, he helps me, without even knowing it, and someone like that, I can't help but believe in. This is the man I'm meant to be on my knees for. Aidan is meant to be my Sir.
AIDAN
I've never had a full-time submissive.
I've certainly never had a houseboy, but when I meet Finley, I can't seem to turn him away.
Instead, I decide to keep things simple, showing Finley that he can take pride on his knees but also stand on his own. He takes care of my home, and he gives me control, in a strictly platonic way, even though he wants more. He's so beautiful, so naturally submissive, that I'm having a hard time sticking to my rules.
The more he flourishes and the more he craves from me, the tougher I find it to deny him. Before I know it, he's under my skin. In my bed and in my heart. It wasn't supposed to go this far. I was only supposed to give him the tools he needed to find his own strength, yet somehow, in the finding of Finley, I found myself too.
But my precious boy is only twenty; nineteen years my junior. And as I've told him, forever is a long time, and nothing in life is guaranteed.***
Finding Finley contains various k*nks, domestic discipline and a nineteen-year age gap. Please take that into consideration before deciding if this book is for you.
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First published January 29, 2020
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116 books7,113 followersRiley Hart is the girl who wears her heart on her sleeve. She's a hopeless romantic. A lover of sexy stories, passionate men, and writing about all the trouble they can get into together. If she's not writing, you'll probably find her reading.
Riley lives in California with her awesome family, who she is thankful for everyday.
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|| 1.5 stars ||
➛First read: March 2022 | ★3.5 stars
➛Second read: May 2024 | ★1.5 stars
EDIT after my re-read:
I tried to be really open-minded the first time I read this, but I simply can’t deny that there was something off about this entire relationship. It felt very unromantic and the writing had an oddly clinical vibe to it. It felt so… fake. Maybe it’s because I simply cannot relate to their kink, but it all felt so weird and inauthentic to me. Besides, the lack of emotional depth bugged me too; I hated that their entire relationship was built on a kink, and nothing else.
Moreover, I honestly did not like the way Aidan treated Finley; it gave me the creeps. Aidan was a controlling, self-assured arsehole and Finley was a spineless, pathetic loser. Sorry not sorry. I mean, having a kink during sex is fine, but when it’s your entire personality and you can’t interact with someone in any other way, then I find that a problem. Like, Finley literally wasn’t allowed to ever speak his mind or basically say anything other than “Yes, Sir” and I found that to be a very sad thing indeed. It’s basically an abusive relationship but with consent…? Which, to each their own, obviously, but I just didn’t enjoy reading about it.
Anyway, last but not least; this was beyond repetitive and dragged-out. It got super boring after a while.
Original Review:
I have mixed feelings. There were things I really liked here, but also things I really didn't.
I thought the submissive/dominant kink was really interesting and sometimes even hot, but it was different from what I thought it would be. Finley and Aidan weren't just sub/dom in the bedroom, but instead had an entire sub/dom lifestyle.
Aidan had control over every aspect of Finley's life and behaviour: Finley served him and was his houseboy. Finley kneeled and crawled for him. Finley got owned by him, got hurt by him. Finley cried for and because of him. Basically, he listened to everything Aidan told him to do; sexually or otherwise. It was.. something. And I honestly kind of struggled with it from time to time.
It's not that I think any of this was abusive or something, as it was abundantly clear that this was what Finley wanted and needed, I just wasn't sure if it was something I wanted for them. It intrigued me, but sometimes also made me uncomfortable?
I mean, I did really like the sub/dom dynamic, but sometimes I just felt like it was a bit too much.
It just went on and on and on. I simply wish we got to see a bit more of them interacting without the "yes, Sir" and "good boy" thing. It would have made me feel better about their relationship, as I don't think everything should be about pleasing and obeying. They obviously did really love each other, though.. that wasn't the problem. I just wanted to see a deeper connection besides being each other's submissive and dominant.
The fact that their kink was the primary storyline, and not much else (if anything) happened, did make this book rather repetitive. A lot of the same behaviour and dialogue occurred over and over again, and a lot of this could have been cut. All in all, I think the book would have been far better off if it had been a lot shorter.
There was also never any type of real conflict or drama between these two. Yes, they have a few angsty thoughts about each other, but that’s about it. I was really waiting for something more intense to happen regarding jealousy or possessiveness, but it never did.
In my opinion, I hardly ever saw Finley truly be himself with Aidan (even though Finley would argue that serving is being himself, but whatever). Finley didn't speak a lot of his thoughts out loud when he was with Aidan and he was never free and open with him like he was in his inner monologue or even with his friends, Ian and Jordan. This lack of openness was really something I felt was missing here, and had this not been the case, I think I would have felt very different about their relationship.
After all, I think Aidan was actually quite caring and even lenient when it came to being a dom. He truly seemed to take Finley's feelings into account, and wanted what was best for him (in their own unique way, of course).
Aidan's feelings eventually even led to some relationship growth when he let their kink turn into love and adoration. They started to have these few moments where they were just being themselves without their 'roles', and I could see how happy they made each other even without being sub/dom.
However, most of the time when these two were together, Finley was incredibly submissive and needy, and Aidan's stoic emotions also didn't always sit right with me. I also didn't like some of the more hardcore 'pain' stuff. I don't really know how to explain it exactly, but sometimes their interactions just kind of made me raise my eyebrows in a 'yikess' kind of way..
Long story short, this book incorporated a lot of intense kink stuff, which I often liked, but should have been toned down a bit for me to truly love it. The way it was now, I couldn't really root for the relationship, and more so had to treat these characters with interest from afar.
Riley Hart books:
Broken Pieces - 3.5 stars
Finding Finley - 1.5 stars
‘Havenwood’ series - var. ratings
‘Stumbling into Love’ series - var. ratings
‘Atlanta Lightning’ series - var. ratings
Boyfriend Goals - 3.5 stars
Rookie Move - 4.0 stars
Playing Games - 4.0 star
The Hookup Mix-up - 2.0 stars
➛First read: March 2022 | ★3.5 stars
➛Second read: May 2024 | ★1.5 stars
EDIT after my re-read:
I tried to be really open-minded the first time I read this, but I simply can’t deny that there was something off about this entire relationship. It felt very unromantic and the writing had an oddly clinical vibe to it. It felt so… fake. Maybe it’s because I simply cannot relate to their kink, but it all felt so weird and inauthentic to me. Besides, the lack of emotional depth bugged me too; I hated that their entire relationship was built on a kink, and nothing else.
Moreover, I honestly did not like the way Aidan treated Finley; it gave me the creeps. Aidan was a controlling, self-assured arsehole and Finley was a spineless, pathetic loser. Sorry not sorry. I mean, having a kink during sex is fine, but when it’s your entire personality and you can’t interact with someone in any other way, then I find that a problem. Like, Finley literally wasn’t allowed to ever speak his mind or basically say anything other than “Yes, Sir” and I found that to be a very sad thing indeed. It’s basically an abusive relationship but with consent…? Which, to each their own, obviously, but I just didn’t enjoy reading about it.
Anyway, last but not least; this was beyond repetitive and dragged-out. It got super boring after a while.
Original Review:
I have mixed feelings. There were things I really liked here, but also things I really didn't.
I thought the submissive/dominant kink was really interesting and sometimes even hot, but it was different from what I thought it would be. Finley and Aidan weren't just sub/dom in the bedroom, but instead had an entire sub/dom lifestyle.
Aidan had control over every aspect of Finley's life and behaviour: Finley served him and was his houseboy. Finley kneeled and crawled for him. Finley got owned by him, got hurt by him. Finley cried for and because of him. Basically, he listened to everything Aidan told him to do; sexually or otherwise. It was.. something. And I honestly kind of struggled with it from time to time.
It's not that I think any of this was abusive or something, as it was abundantly clear that this was what Finley wanted and needed, I just wasn't sure if it was something I wanted for them. It intrigued me, but sometimes also made me uncomfortable?
I mean, I did really like the sub/dom dynamic, but sometimes I just felt like it was a bit too much.
It just went on and on and on. I simply wish we got to see a bit more of them interacting without the "yes, Sir" and "good boy" thing. It would have made me feel better about their relationship, as I don't think everything should be about pleasing and obeying. They obviously did really love each other, though.. that wasn't the problem. I just wanted to see a deeper connection besides being each other's submissive and dominant.
The fact that their kink was the primary storyline, and not much else (if anything) happened, did make this book rather repetitive. A lot of the same behaviour and dialogue occurred over and over again, and a lot of this could have been cut. All in all, I think the book would have been far better off if it had been a lot shorter.
There was also never any type of real conflict or drama between these two. Yes, they have a few angsty thoughts about each other, but that’s about it. I was really waiting for something more intense to happen regarding jealousy or possessiveness, but it never did.
In my opinion, I hardly ever saw Finley truly be himself with Aidan (even though Finley would argue that serving is being himself, but whatever). Finley didn't speak a lot of his thoughts out loud when he was with Aidan and he was never free and open with him like he was in his inner monologue or even with his friends, Ian and Jordan. This lack of openness was really something I felt was missing here, and had this not been the case, I think I would have felt very different about their relationship.
After all, I think Aidan was actually quite caring and even lenient when it came to being a dom. He truly seemed to take Finley's feelings into account, and wanted what was best for him (in their own unique way, of course).
Aidan's feelings eventually even led to some relationship growth when he let their kink turn into love and adoration. They started to have these few moments where they were just being themselves without their 'roles', and I could see how happy they made each other even without being sub/dom.
However, most of the time when these two were together, Finley was incredibly submissive and needy, and Aidan's stoic emotions also didn't always sit right with me. I also didn't like some of the more hardcore 'pain' stuff. I don't really know how to explain it exactly, but sometimes their interactions just kind of made me raise my eyebrows in a 'yikess' kind of way..
Long story short, this book incorporated a lot of intense kink stuff, which I often liked, but should have been toned down a bit for me to truly love it. The way it was now, I couldn't really root for the relationship, and more so had to treat these characters with interest from afar.
Riley Hart books:
Broken Pieces - 3.5 stars
Finding Finley - 1.5 stars
‘Havenwood’ series - var. ratings
‘Stumbling into Love’ series - var. ratings
‘Atlanta Lightning’ series - var. ratings
Boyfriend Goals - 3.5 stars
Rookie Move - 4.0 stars
Playing Games - 4.0 star
The Hookup Mix-up - 2.0 stars
July 11, 2020
"In so many ways, the beginning of our journey had been about Finley finding himself, about being able to stand on his own and knowing he had options, but somehow along the way, I'd found myself too. I'd stumbled upon my own happiness, in the finding of Finley."
Man, I loved this and that's it. I wish I could end my review with that but I know it won't work out for me. I was like a moth reading it: I couldn't fly away from something that caught my attention. Finding Finley is a slow burn BDSM/Dominant-submissive story involving a huge age gap difference of 19 years. Finley Moss a troubled 19 year old boy who aches to submit himself specifically to the man who saved his life a lot of times. Aidan Kingsley, a respected trauma doctor(?) who can't fully dominate because of his troubling past. For me, Aidan carried the whole story. I admire him for being so accommodating and being to open to certain changes. I liked also how he considers proper education and being open to the society as essential to Finley's growth. He didn't hinder him. He encouraged him to do better.
I thought BDSM or the Dominant-submissive way of life was focused more on sex or screwing around while one is held on a bondage. As someone who wants action right away, the fact that the parties become sexual only halfway is a good surprise. The build up to it was kind of excruciating but I get it. They have their own issues to tackle first. The result, however, was very rewarding. The parties tried things I couldn't imagine myself, the common and uncommon kinks. It was always consensual between the two of them.
This was intense. There were those parts that I find endearing and hot at the same time. On the other hand, there were those parts that made my left eyebrow go up. There were scenes that I wished I could unread too. Overall, this story pushed all of my buttons. Definitely a great read!
"He had that effect on people. They were drawn to him like warm sun on their skin, like carried your happiness in his chest. I understood it because he'd done the same to me."
ps. I was reading the whole book while playing Lana del Rey and it was phenomenal!
Man, I loved this and that's it. I wish I could end my review with that but I know it won't work out for me. I was like a moth reading it: I couldn't fly away from something that caught my attention. Finding Finley is a slow burn BDSM/Dominant-submissive story involving a huge age gap difference of 19 years. Finley Moss a troubled 19 year old boy who aches to submit himself specifically to the man who saved his life a lot of times. Aidan Kingsley, a respected trauma doctor(?) who can't fully dominate because of his troubling past. For me, Aidan carried the whole story. I admire him for being so accommodating and being to open to certain changes. I liked also how he considers proper education and being open to the society as essential to Finley's growth. He didn't hinder him. He encouraged him to do better.
I thought BDSM or the Dominant-submissive way of life was focused more on sex or screwing around while one is held on a bondage. As someone who wants action right away, the fact that the parties become sexual only halfway is a good surprise. The build up to it was kind of excruciating but I get it. They have their own issues to tackle first. The result, however, was very rewarding. The parties tried things I couldn't imagine myself, the common and uncommon kinks. It was always consensual between the two of them.
This was intense. There were those parts that I find endearing and hot at the same time. On the other hand, there were those parts that made my left eyebrow go up. There were scenes that I wished I could unread too. Overall, this story pushed all of my buttons. Definitely a great read!
"He had that effect on people. They were drawn to him like warm sun on their skin, like carried your happiness in his chest. I understood it because he'd done the same to me."
ps. I was reading the whole book while playing Lana del Rey and it was phenomenal!
March 6, 2022
4.5
“houseboy kink wtf?”
stars
— age gap
— bdsm
— houseboy kink
— hurt/comfort
— grumpy/sunshine
— slow burn
— smutty
“If it were up to you, tell me exactly what you would get from me. What you’re looking for.”
He shrugged as if the answer was so simple. “I want to serve you…in all things. I want to cook for you and clean for you. I want to help you get ready for work in the morning and be here when you get home. Whatever you need, I want to provide it. I want to kneel at your feet, and rest my head on your thigh, and feel…safe, and to please you. Always to please you.…
“I want to know what’s expected of me. I want to know that you’re there if I need you, and like I said, to feel cherished because you know I cherish you. I want you to push me to my knees if you want my mouth, and to take my ass when you need a hole, and for you to fill me when I need that as well. And I want your control in all aspects of my life. It’s all too much for me sometimes.”
Whoever coined the expression “panties go poof” really needs recognition for their brilliance. This captures the experience of reading Finding Finley. But it’s so much more than this. It’s a deeply layered exploration of a bdsm relationship with an extra sizzle factor: a houseboy kink.
This does not read like your typical sweet Riley Hart book. Finley and Aidan have a D/s, hurt/comfort relationship with complex power dynamics and gritty sex. Finley is a broke, twenty-year-old employed by Aidan as a houseboy. Aidan (39) is a wealthy ER trauma surgeon who he’s idolized for years. Going into this, I was curious to see how the houseboy kink would play out.
Although it appears as if Aidan has all the power in their relationship—he’s older, rich, the boss, has status—Fin actually has the upper hand. He’s got him wrapped around his little finger. Let’s be clear that Fin is the one with the houseboy kink. When they meet, Aidan’s tastes as a Dom run pretty regular, even though he is very dominant. Fin is the one who sets the parameters of their relationship. And Aidan soon finds himself wanting to do everything in his power to be a good Dom—care for him, provide structure, and praise him. Aidan wants to fulfill every need of his “precious boy” and please him.
“He was going to break me, I thought. He was already hammering away at the walls inside me, this sweet, pure, honest boy who trusted me to take care of him and protect him.
Finley in turn finally finds the sense of completeness he’d been craving his whole life. Someone who understands his intrinsic desire and need to serve. Someone who provides him the structure and sense of security he needs in order to thrive. Someone who fulfills his deepest sexual fantasies. And someone who cherishes and adores him.
“You like the way I smell, don’t you?” I knew he did. He was always inhaling me. We’d spoken about it before, but I wanted to hear him say it again.
“Yes. God, I love it. It calms me down. Makes me feel like…I don’t know, like no matter what, everything is going to be okay.”
And can we talk about the sex? The UST is off the chain in this slow burn romance. The sexing is hawt, like need to take a cold shower hot. Dirty talk. Edging. Spanking. Orgasm denial.
“I’m going to come, and I want you to swallow it all. Don’t spill a drop or I won’t be happy. Once it’s in your belly, wrap your hand around your cock and stroke until you come.” He nodded, his mouth full of dick, and I slammed in again. My balls emptied, my load shooting from them and spilling into his eager mouth. Finley swallowed every bit hungrily, then pushed his underwear down and got one good stroke in before he shot his load too.”
So about the houseboy kink—some readers are uncomfortable with it and I get that. But I didn’t have that experience because Fin craved everything that happened. He wanted to serve. He needed to serve with every fiber of his being. Aidan only did what Fin wanted. He gets off on being a provider, a protector and being controlling and inflicting pain, but only when it’s consensual. He’s an excellent Dom who always put Fin’s needs and safety first.
— age gap
— bdsm
— houseboy kink
— hurt/comfort
— grumpy/sunshine
— slow burn
— smutty
“If it were up to you, tell me exactly what you would get from me. What you’re looking for.”
He shrugged as if the answer was so simple. “I want to serve you…in all things. I want to cook for you and clean for you. I want to help you get ready for work in the morning and be here when you get home. Whatever you need, I want to provide it. I want to kneel at your feet, and rest my head on your thigh, and feel…safe, and to please you. Always to please you.…
“I want to know what’s expected of me. I want to know that you’re there if I need you, and like I said, to feel cherished because you know I cherish you. I want you to push me to my knees if you want my mouth, and to take my ass when you need a hole, and for you to fill me when I need that as well. And I want your control in all aspects of my life. It’s all too much for me sometimes.”
Whoever coined the expression “panties go poof” really needs recognition for their brilliance. This captures the experience of reading Finding Finley. But it’s so much more than this. It’s a deeply layered exploration of a bdsm relationship with an extra sizzle factor: a houseboy kink.
This does not read like your typical sweet Riley Hart book. Finley and Aidan have a D/s, hurt/comfort relationship with complex power dynamics and gritty sex. Finley is a broke, twenty-year-old employed by Aidan as a houseboy. Aidan (39) is a wealthy ER trauma surgeon who he’s idolized for years. Going into this, I was curious to see how the houseboy kink would play out.
Although it appears as if Aidan has all the power in their relationship—he’s older, rich, the boss, has status—Fin actually has the upper hand. He’s got him wrapped around his little finger. Let’s be clear that Fin is the one with the houseboy kink. When they meet, Aidan’s tastes as a Dom run pretty regular, even though he is very dominant. Fin is the one who sets the parameters of their relationship. And Aidan soon finds himself wanting to do everything in his power to be a good Dom—care for him, provide structure, and praise him. Aidan wants to fulfill every need of his “precious boy” and please him.
“He was going to break me, I thought. He was already hammering away at the walls inside me, this sweet, pure, honest boy who trusted me to take care of him and protect him.
Finley in turn finally finds the sense of completeness he’d been craving his whole life. Someone who understands his intrinsic desire and need to serve. Someone who provides him the structure and sense of security he needs in order to thrive. Someone who fulfills his deepest sexual fantasies. And someone who cherishes and adores him.
“You like the way I smell, don’t you?” I knew he did. He was always inhaling me. We’d spoken about it before, but I wanted to hear him say it again.
“Yes. God, I love it. It calms me down. Makes me feel like…I don’t know, like no matter what, everything is going to be okay.”
And can we talk about the sex? The UST is off the chain in this slow burn romance. The sexing is hawt, like need to take a cold shower hot. Dirty talk. Edging. Spanking. Orgasm denial.
“I’m going to come, and I want you to swallow it all. Don’t spill a drop or I won’t be happy. Once it’s in your belly, wrap your hand around your cock and stroke until you come.” He nodded, his mouth full of dick, and I slammed in again. My balls emptied, my load shooting from them and spilling into his eager mouth. Finley swallowed every bit hungrily, then pushed his underwear down and got one good stroke in before he shot his load too.”
So about the houseboy kink—some readers are uncomfortable with it and I get that. But I didn’t have that experience because Fin craved everything that happened. He wanted to serve. He needed to serve with every fiber of his being. Aidan only did what Fin wanted. He gets off on being a provider, a protector and being controlling and inflicting pain, but only when it’s consensual. He’s an excellent Dom who always put Fin’s needs and safety first.
July 24, 2022
DNF I just couldn’t do it. Why would any Dom treat his sub like that. I couldn’t believe Riley could write a book I’d hate. It was cruel the way he treated Finley. If the poor guy wasn’t so brow beat by life he would have run off with David.
March 13, 2022
This book ticked every kink-box I never even knew I had.
I'm not really into this "house-boy" kink, or so I thought. But this book was written so beautifully, the characters so genuine and their needs so natural, that it didn't feel weird at all (well... almost. But even then I could understand the motivation behind it).
Finley, who lost his mother at the age of 14, is unhappy. He's known for a while what he needs, but he hasn't yet found a man he trusts enough to live accordingly. Aiden has already helped him twice in the past, so when Finley ends up needing him again, there's no question as to if he trusts Aiden.
Aiden, 19 years older, refuses to give in to Finley's sexual needs at first, but he can't help but want to help him in every other way, so he offers Finley a home and the stability of rules and duties that Finley craves.
Is difficult to review, because: yes, it's very kinky. And a mere enumeration of the things they do or the complicated relationship they have wouldn't do it justice. Enough to say that it's like a window into a very different world I've experienced so far, and it's been a riveting... experience, for the lack of every other word that might describe this book.
I'd recommend it to anyone with an open mind who's ready to read about an unusual relationship that skirts a few kinks you might have considered a hard limit until now ;)
Definitely reading the next one!
I'm not really into this "house-boy" kink, or so I thought. But this book was written so beautifully, the characters so genuine and their needs so natural, that it didn't feel weird at all (well... almost. But even then I could understand the motivation behind it).
Finley, who lost his mother at the age of 14, is unhappy. He's known for a while what he needs, but he hasn't yet found a man he trusts enough to live accordingly. Aiden has already helped him twice in the past, so when Finley ends up needing him again, there's no question as to if he trusts Aiden.
Aiden, 19 years older, refuses to give in to Finley's sexual needs at first, but he can't help but want to help him in every other way, so he offers Finley a home and the stability of rules and duties that Finley craves.
Is difficult to review, because: yes, it's very kinky. And a mere enumeration of the things they do or the complicated relationship they have wouldn't do it justice. Enough to say that it's like a window into a very different world I've experienced so far, and it's been a riveting... experience, for the lack of every other word that might describe this book.
I'd recommend it to anyone with an open mind who's ready to read about an unusual relationship that skirts a few kinks you might have considered a hard limit until now ;)
Definitely reading the next one!
February 11, 2020
This was seriously kinky, seriously sexy, and the ending was just perfect!
Fans of age gap romance (20 years!), first times, and lots of different kink and submission/serving kink should definitely get this one.
I loved this story, how it spanned such a long period of time as Finley and Aidan got to know each other, and how all the emotion eventually came out of them both. I love Aidan helping Fin be the best person he could be, and that Fin kept coming back.
Fans of age gap romance (20 years!), first times, and lots of different kink and submission/serving kink should definitely get this one.
I loved this story, how it spanned such a long period of time as Finley and Aidan got to know each other, and how all the emotion eventually came out of them both. I love Aidan helping Fin be the best person he could be, and that Fin kept coming back.
February 24, 2022
This book was seriously one of the kinkiest things I’ve ever read. I’ve never been a fan of stories featuring the D/s lifestyle, but THIS BOOK was perfection. Experiencing that lifestyle through Finley, with his inner commentary on how everything made him feel, made it easier to understand and process. Finley wasn’t just into being sexually submissive, he had a serving kink that demanded he be given a schedule and controlled 24/7. It was all so… foreign and strange. I couldn’t help getting sucked into their relationship. It took a few weeks for them to fully adjust to their roles since Aidan never had, nor wanted, a permanent sub and Finley never experienced being a houseboy but once they did they both experienced a pleasure they never knew they were missing.
Sexual activities weren’t a part their relationship until about a year later. But, damn, once it entered the picture! Every kink from bondage to public displays to golden showers were explored… and my kinky ass was there for all of it. The things taking place won’t be for everyone, in fact, I’ve read a few reviews in which people gave up because they thought it was too much. I enjoyed all of it and thought it made their relationship all the more meaningful.
There isn’t a lot of drama or angst in this story. The plot mainly revolves around Finley’s sexual exploration and awakening. He was so young when he figured out that he needed to live a submissive lifestyle, that he wanted to be a houseboy and used by someone sexually. An inexperienced person like this could've easily been taken advantage of. Him running into Aidan felt like fate. Aidan saw his submission as a gift and he never took advantage of him. He wanted to make him feel confident and capable of taking care of himself if he ever found himself alone. He used pleasure and pain to build Finley up, to make him feel loved and cared for. It was really very beautiful and I loved it.
The story was a bit longer than I anticipated but given everything that took place, it was the perfect length. If you like age gaps (as I certainly do!) and want to read about a bunch of sexy kinks I definitely recommend this. It was also strangely relaxing to read. Don’t ask me why, though. 4.5 stars, rounded up
Sexual activities weren’t a part their relationship until about a year later. But, damn, once it entered the picture! Every kink from bondage to public displays to golden showers were explored… and my kinky ass was there for all of it. The things taking place won’t be for everyone, in fact, I’ve read a few reviews in which people gave up because they thought it was too much. I enjoyed all of it and thought it made their relationship all the more meaningful.
There isn’t a lot of drama or angst in this story. The plot mainly revolves around Finley’s sexual exploration and awakening. He was so young when he figured out that he needed to live a submissive lifestyle, that he wanted to be a houseboy and used by someone sexually. An inexperienced person like this could've easily been taken advantage of. Him running into Aidan felt like fate. Aidan saw his submission as a gift and he never took advantage of him. He wanted to make him feel confident and capable of taking care of himself if he ever found himself alone. He used pleasure and pain to build Finley up, to make him feel loved and cared for. It was really very beautiful and I loved it.
The story was a bit longer than I anticipated but given everything that took place, it was the perfect length. If you like age gaps (as I certainly do!) and want to read about a bunch of sexy kinks I definitely recommend this. It was also strangely relaxing to read. Don’t ask me why, though. 4.5 stars, rounded up
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March 4, 2023DNF@80%
I was getting bored of this around halfway, I didn’t realise how long this was and it definitely felt too long. I was gonna just stick it out till the end but then there was a sudden exhibitionist moment with Aidan and Finley in front of three of their friends and that’s just not for me so I decided to quit then. There wasn’t any conflicts or drama in the book, and I guess as much as I complain about those I get bored when nothing happens either 😅 this book was just all focused on the d/s elements and I realised I need more than just kink in my story.
I was getting bored of this around halfway, I didn’t realise how long this was and it definitely felt too long. I was gonna just stick it out till the end but then there was a sudden exhibitionist moment with Aidan and Finley in front of three of their friends and that’s just not for me so I decided to quit then. There wasn’t any conflicts or drama in the book, and I guess as much as I complain about those I get bored when nothing happens either 😅 this book was just all focused on the d/s elements and I realised I need more than just kink in my story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 15, 2020
This is the perfect relationship for both.
Most dominates are greedy. They make the sub do what the Dom wants and do not care much if the sub suffers. Most subs obey their Dom out of fear or fear of pain and punishment. But a few discover the joy of caring for each other and do what they are told out of love and respect instead of fear. They appreciate the love that brings punishment and pain. The Dom and sub are understanding each other at a higher level that does not happen occasionally. It is continuous and demanding of both.
Findlay was a lost boy with no family and only one friend. Sir was 20 years older and independent without family and only one true friend. A match made in heaven but delayed until things worked out for both. A few mistakes and misunderstandings before the sexual component was allowed to happen. Even then restrictions built up desire until it just had to happen. But life goes on.
And then it all comes together in unexpected ways for friends and lost family. HEA, but maybe a future revisit?
Most dominates are greedy. They make the sub do what the Dom wants and do not care much if the sub suffers. Most subs obey their Dom out of fear or fear of pain and punishment. But a few discover the joy of caring for each other and do what they are told out of love and respect instead of fear. They appreciate the love that brings punishment and pain. The Dom and sub are understanding each other at a higher level that does not happen occasionally. It is continuous and demanding of both.
Findlay was a lost boy with no family and only one friend. Sir was 20 years older and independent without family and only one true friend. A match made in heaven but delayed until things worked out for both. A few mistakes and misunderstandings before the sexual component was allowed to happen. Even then restrictions built up desire until it just had to happen. But life goes on.
And then it all comes together in unexpected ways for friends and lost family. HEA, but maybe a future revisit?
March 18, 2020
4.5 for me .. this was sweet, kinky and emotional packed. I loved the reverence this story paid to service submission. Really beautiful ❤️
October 21, 2020
DNF-ing @ 50%.
Yet another RH's book that didn't go well for me.
While I enjoy reading BDSM, this book is not it. Too slow, the characters ...stale. Nothing really happens here. Both stay in Aiden's house, getting out only for a paragraph or two, and then it's back to cleaning dishes/doing laundry and moping about the age difference. Lather, rinse, repeat.
I felt claustrophobic. I desperately wanted to see Finley in college, outdoors, with Ian... just out that frigging house. I have no patience for any more of it.
2 stars
Yet another RH's book that didn't go well for me.
While I enjoy reading BDSM, this book is not it. Too slow, the characters ...stale. Nothing really happens here. Both stay in Aiden's house, getting out only for a paragraph or two, and then it's back to cleaning dishes/doing laundry and moping about the age difference. Lather, rinse, repeat.
I felt claustrophobic. I desperately wanted to see Finley in college, outdoors, with Ian... just out that frigging house. I have no patience for any more of it.
2 stars
June 24, 2021
3.5 Stars
A good slow burn BDSM romance with a 19 year age difference. I appreciated that it took a long time for their relationship to turn sexual as it showed the reader how much Aidan cared for Finley. However, once it turned sexual it seemed like never-ending sex scenes, which could have been fine except the tension and payoff were lacking. . That's not to say there weren't some steamy scenes - there definitely were, I just expected more detail and reward for the wait. I also loved the more uncommon kinks that happened, which pushed all my buttons 🔥👀 I did like the importance Aidan placed on Finley being independent so he wasn't trapped and thought Aidan was an excellent Dom, even if . I really hope Jordan or Ian gets their own book! Recommended!
Standalone - Other books within series:
Book 1: Finding Finley → 3.5 Stars
Book 2: Finding Ian → 2 Stars
A good slow burn BDSM romance with a 19 year age difference. I appreciated that it took a long time for their relationship to turn sexual as it showed the reader how much Aidan cared for Finley. However, once it turned sexual it seemed like never-ending sex scenes, which could have been fine except the tension and payoff were lacking. . That's not to say there weren't some steamy scenes - there definitely were, I just expected more detail and reward for the wait. I also loved the more uncommon kinks that happened, which pushed all my buttons 🔥👀 I did like the importance Aidan placed on Finley being independent so he wasn't trapped and thought Aidan was an excellent Dom, even if . I really hope Jordan or Ian gets their own book! Recommended!
Standalone - Other books within series:
Book 1: Finding Finley → 3.5 Stars
Book 2: Finding Ian → 2 Stars
October 16, 2022
Reread/relisten October 2022
I am going to bump up the rating to 3-3.5 stars lol (but keep the goodreads star rating the same)
Last year Kaity wasn’t used to the bdsm world, but a lot has changed in a year an half haha
I mainly read this again to read book two, because the three main characters are introduced in this book.
Finley..I have a love hate relationship with him, I don’t think I fully loved him as a character but I did like Aiden soo he made up for my lack of connection for Finley lol. Overall good read but not a favorite haha
2.5-3 stars
I think it was the narrator that kinda brought me out of the story a few times. Michael Dean isn’t my favorite but it was okay in my opinion.
This story had more bdsm that I was used to, not going to lie some of it still doesn’t fully click with me, but I am going in to the stories more open minded than I have in the past.
Overall I thought it was good, I felt like I didn’t fully connect with either character I was hoping for more backstory with Aiden more, but it helped that it was dual POV.
I don’t know if I will continue with the next book.. but who knows what my mood will do. Haha I still think I like NR Walkers “Sir” more than this one for a bdsm book.
I am going to bump up the rating to 3-3.5 stars lol (but keep the goodreads star rating the same)
Last year Kaity wasn’t used to the bdsm world, but a lot has changed in a year an half haha
I mainly read this again to read book two, because the three main characters are introduced in this book.
Finley..I have a love hate relationship with him, I don’t think I fully loved him as a character but I did like Aiden soo he made up for my lack of connection for Finley lol. Overall good read but not a favorite haha
2.5-3 stars
I think it was the narrator that kinda brought me out of the story a few times. Michael Dean isn’t my favorite but it was okay in my opinion.
This story had more bdsm that I was used to, not going to lie some of it still doesn’t fully click with me, but I am going in to the stories more open minded than I have in the past.
Overall I thought it was good, I felt like I didn’t fully connect with either character I was hoping for more backstory with Aiden more, but it helped that it was dual POV.
I don’t know if I will continue with the next book.. but who knows what my mood will do. Haha I still think I like NR Walkers “Sir” more than this one for a bdsm book.
January 20, 2022
I think this is my first "House boy" type of novel. ....🤔🤔🤔🤔
Me likely 😎.
To be honest i only started this book because of the cover. I loves me a big booty cutie pie 🍑😉😍. Then to find out Michael Dean Pauley narrated it. I was hook line and sinker.
I am just utterly fascinated by the BDSM lifestyle and the different facets of it. I think this book showcased ALOT OF THEM (the water sports kinda made me cringe tho) 😯 I am starting the next one now with his friend Ian!!
So excited!!!!!
Me likely 😎.
To be honest i only started this book because of the cover. I loves me a big booty cutie pie 🍑😉😍. Then to find out Michael Dean Pauley narrated it. I was hook line and sinker.
I am just utterly fascinated by the BDSM lifestyle and the different facets of it. I think this book showcased ALOT OF THEM (the water sports kinda made me cringe tho) 😯 I am starting the next one now with his friend Ian!!
So excited!!!!!
March 13, 2024
This was ... a book. That I read.
It had so many kinks and dynamics that I normally really enjoy, but this specific book just fell flat. I finished it, but I'm not sure to whom I'd recommend it.
It had so many kinks and dynamics that I normally really enjoy, but this specific book just fell flat. I finished it, but I'm not sure to whom I'd recommend it.
June 8, 2020
Wooo! That was a steamy read! This one hit all of my buttons. I'll plan on writing up a full review later. :)
May 31, 2020
I liked this one, it was a lot longer than i was excepting for some reason. The story was very light, but a lot more full on in the BDSM department than i was expecting. I wouldn't recommend this for someone wanting to dip their toes into some D/S relationships. These two had a full-time D/S relationship and while it didn't follow 'traditional' protocols it was definitely 24/7. They also got their kink on to a pretty high degree.
But like i said the story was actually very light, not much relationship drama and a steady (and at times slow) relationship progression.
Some of the character traits were a little bit much, but i didn't read this book for a realistic look into a 24/7 BDSM relationship, I read it to see a sweet caring dom, a needy sluttly sub, some great sexual tension with fanatsic pay off and kink. All of which were delivered.
But like i said the story was actually very light, not much relationship drama and a steady (and at times slow) relationship progression.
Some of the character traits were a little bit much, but i didn't read this book for a realistic look into a 24/7 BDSM relationship, I read it to see a sweet caring dom, a needy sluttly sub, some great sexual tension with fanatsic pay off and kink. All of which were delivered.
June 29, 2021
I liked this story. Aiden and Finley were great together. It annoyed me a little that it took Aiden so long to give in to all of Finley’s and his needs but I think it also strengthened their relationship and was kind of necessary for both of them. In general I love how much Aiden carded for Finley, even thought he tried to deny his own feelings.
This relationship was a submissive/dominant one, means Aiden is Finley’s Master. If that’s not for you I don’t recommend reading it.
I really liked their dynamic in both the domestic way and the sexual way. I liked that the author included some kinks that are not your typical ones in a BDSM book.
I am looking forward to the next book also because it is about a poly relationship.
This relationship was a submissive/dominant one, means Aiden is Finley’s Master. If that’s not for you I don’t recommend reading it.
I really liked their dynamic in both the domestic way and the sexual way. I liked that the author included some kinks that are not your typical ones in a BDSM book.
I am looking forward to the next book also because it is about a poly relationship.
March 22, 2022
✽ 3 STARS ✽
This was not really my cup of tea. I expected much harder version of relationship Dom / Sub. I still liked it, but it was too sweet, too easy and too vanilla.
This was not really my cup of tea. I expected much harder version of relationship Dom / Sub. I still liked it, but it was too sweet, too easy and too vanilla.
July 3, 2023
4.5⭐️ - I have to say that overall I really enjoyed and kind of loved this book. But there were a few things I could've done without, in all honesty. So let's get into it.
I don't do or vibe watersports ever. Ever. I don't care for face smacking either. I also don't need to read about enemas - even as non-descript as the process is written about here. These probably make me seem like a delicate flower and I'm ok with that. But I'm also not holding it against the book because each one of these elements made sense in the context of Finley and Aidan's relationship.
I do feel like the beginning of the book was a bit tedious and many elements felt redundant. It was probably 100 pages too long. And one may ask, how I can rate it so high if these various things didn't work for me or cause (minor) irritation. Well hunnies, here's why...
I adored the dynamic between Finley and Aiden. I'm not convinced the D/s trope/storyline is something I'll visit often but I felt like they gave each other exactly what they needed, respected the other in every way and ultimately created a life where they were happy and fulfilled.
Finley wanted somewhere he could belong. He wanted to find someone who would help him navigate life and give him a sense of belonging and not have to make every decision on his own. He had been alone for so long at such a young age that he wanted to be free of the burden of choice in many areas. Aidan gave Finley the freedom and confidence to own his desires and create a life on his own.
Aidan needed and thrived on control but not because he was power hungry but due to an accident that took his mother and sisters from him at a young age. He was also a trauma surgeon. It felt almost like Aidan was constantly searching to find ways to alleviate his misguided guilt and not allow what happened to his family, happen to anyone else. Although that left him little to give anyone but once he found Finley (again), it all started to fall into place.
Both men felt alone and responded to their situations very different but found their other half, their missing piece in each other. This dynamic won't work for a lot of people so if voyeurism, collaring, crawling, serving, sharing partners (very limited and off page in this book) and anything mentioned above don't sound like something you'd enjoy, then skip this one.
I loved the evolution of their relationship. Aiden never intended on becoming sexual with Finley but they couldn’t avoid their attraction and need for each other. I felt like Aidan always gave Finley what he needed, craved and asked for - even if it wasn’t always something Aidan needed. They were truly partners. Oh and the way Aidan would praise Finley!!!
This is also borderline erotica but that's cool. There is a definite plot but a whole lot of heat!
I don't do or vibe watersports ever. Ever. I don't care for face smacking either. I also don't need to read about enemas - even as non-descript as the process is written about here. These probably make me seem like a delicate flower and I'm ok with that. But I'm also not holding it against the book because each one of these elements made sense in the context of Finley and Aidan's relationship.
I do feel like the beginning of the book was a bit tedious and many elements felt redundant. It was probably 100 pages too long. And one may ask, how I can rate it so high if these various things didn't work for me or cause (minor) irritation. Well hunnies, here's why...
I adored the dynamic between Finley and Aiden. I'm not convinced the D/s trope/storyline is something I'll visit often but I felt like they gave each other exactly what they needed, respected the other in every way and ultimately created a life where they were happy and fulfilled.
Finley wanted somewhere he could belong. He wanted to find someone who would help him navigate life and give him a sense of belonging and not have to make every decision on his own. He had been alone for so long at such a young age that he wanted to be free of the burden of choice in many areas. Aidan gave Finley the freedom and confidence to own his desires and create a life on his own.
Aidan needed and thrived on control but not because he was power hungry but due to an accident that took his mother and sisters from him at a young age. He was also a trauma surgeon. It felt almost like Aidan was constantly searching to find ways to alleviate his misguided guilt and not allow what happened to his family, happen to anyone else. Although that left him little to give anyone but once he found Finley (again), it all started to fall into place.
Both men felt alone and responded to their situations very different but found their other half, their missing piece in each other. This dynamic won't work for a lot of people so if voyeurism, collaring, crawling, serving, sharing partners (very limited and off page in this book) and anything mentioned above don't sound like something you'd enjoy, then skip this one.
I loved the evolution of their relationship. Aiden never intended on becoming sexual with Finley but they couldn’t avoid their attraction and need for each other. I felt like Aidan always gave Finley what he needed, craved and asked for - even if it wasn’t always something Aidan needed. They were truly partners. Oh and the way Aidan would praise Finley!!!
This is also borderline erotica but that's cool. There is a definite plot but a whole lot of heat!
March 10, 2022
My, oh my!
This was seriously hot! Pushed all of my buttons.
After reading this book, I could easily imagine myself living the same way as Fin.
Which scared me, then made me laugh and at the end left me intrigued. Huh.
Well, I guess, you never know where are your limits and what are your deepest desires.
This book will surely stay in my mind for a long time.
Five shiny kinky stars from me!
This was seriously hot! Pushed all of my buttons.
After reading this book, I could easily imagine myself living the same way as Fin.
Which scared me, then made me laugh and at the end left me intrigued. Huh.
Well, I guess, you never know where are your limits and what are your deepest desires.
This book will surely stay in my mind for a long time.
Five shiny kinky stars from me!
January 30, 2020
Amazing romance, steamy and sweet both!
I liked that the relationship builds up slowly, especially in view of Finley’s age and the vulnerable situation he finds himself in at the start of the story, both emotionally and otherwise. The obstacles they have to face feel real, not just gimmicks to amp up a reader’s emotions, and when they stumble, it hurts, but serves a purpose. The MC’s are flawed and beautifully complex, loving and inspiring. The emphasis on trust, mutual respect and communication throughout the story is a crucial part of Finley and Aidan’s relationship.
Finley is such an endearing character, so vulnerable and honest, so very pure. I loved how the author wrote him, his kindness and his strength, unconventional, but not any the less real. Aidan comes across as very confident and put-together, but he has known grievous loss too, same as Finley, and is very protective of his fragile heart, fighting his feelings for Finley something fierce.
This is a beautifully crafted love story, and also an incredibly hot one. I really liked that the author explored some more unusual kinks too, straying away from easier, more popular choices, and I loved how the intimate scenes always tied in wonderfully with the storyline, deepening the connection between Finley and Aidan.
I was quite blown away by this story and hope to see more in the Desires Unleashed Collection soon.
I liked that the relationship builds up slowly, especially in view of Finley’s age and the vulnerable situation he finds himself in at the start of the story, both emotionally and otherwise. The obstacles they have to face feel real, not just gimmicks to amp up a reader’s emotions, and when they stumble, it hurts, but serves a purpose. The MC’s are flawed and beautifully complex, loving and inspiring. The emphasis on trust, mutual respect and communication throughout the story is a crucial part of Finley and Aidan’s relationship.
Finley is such an endearing character, so vulnerable and honest, so very pure. I loved how the author wrote him, his kindness and his strength, unconventional, but not any the less real. Aidan comes across as very confident and put-together, but he has known grievous loss too, same as Finley, and is very protective of his fragile heart, fighting his feelings for Finley something fierce.
This is a beautifully crafted love story, and also an incredibly hot one. I really liked that the author explored some more unusual kinks too, straying away from easier, more popular choices, and I loved how the intimate scenes always tied in wonderfully with the storyline, deepening the connection between Finley and Aidan.
I was quite blown away by this story and hope to see more in the Desires Unleashed Collection soon.
October 29, 2020
This book was strange and hot.
We started by getting to know Finley, he always had an inclination to be submissive even when he was little but he never found someone who could give him what he needed.
So we met Aidan, he has his life organized, he's a doctor, and his sexual preference is to be a Dom, he and Finley continue to cross their paths until Aidan can't resist and takes Finley to his house, there he finds out how compatible he and Finley are. There is not much plot, the book is basically porn but fun.
Rating: 3 Stars.
Steam: 7.5 out of 10.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
We started by getting to know Finley, he always had an inclination to be submissive even when he was little but he never found someone who could give him what he needed.
So we met Aidan, he has his life organized, he's a doctor, and his sexual preference is to be a Dom, he and Finley continue to cross their paths until Aidan can't resist and takes Finley to his house, there he finds out how compatible he and Finley are. There is not much plot, the book is basically porn but fun.
Rating: 3 Stars.
Steam: 7.5 out of 10.
Triggers:
Love Triangle:
Cheating:
HEA:
April 19, 2021
This Tale is about Finding Each Other!
Emotional distanced Dom Aidan and subservient-oriented Finley had a date with fate. This is a slow burn, coming of age, May-December and kinkiest kink romance tale. I liked the authentic MCs, the overall setting and emotional connection. So no insta-love here. However, others may think the long period of getting to know you may have been tedious or frustrating, I found it refreshing. OTOH, there are bits of the kinky that are definitely an acquired taste. Be that as it may, I liked this tale, it’s not the usual Riley Hart fare, which says she keeps us on our toes! With an open mind, jump in the water fine!
(By the way, I now know, I’m Ancient, the Pretty Woman reference)😐😆
Emotional distanced Dom Aidan and subservient-oriented Finley had a date with fate. This is a slow burn, coming of age, May-December and kinkiest kink romance tale. I liked the authentic MCs, the overall setting and emotional connection. So no insta-love here. However, others may think the long period of getting to know you may have been tedious or frustrating, I found it refreshing. OTOH, there are bits of the kinky that are definitely an acquired taste. Be that as it may, I liked this tale, it’s not the usual Riley Hart fare, which says she keeps us on our toes! With an open mind, jump in the water fine!
(By the way, I now know, I’m Ancient, the Pretty Woman reference)😐😆
March 18, 2021
re-read 3/18/2021 I loved this just as much as the first times. Fingers crossed that I’ll love Finding Ian just as much. 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾
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This book is by no means perfect, but it really worked for me.
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This book is by no means perfect, but it really worked for me.
April 23, 2024
I was enjoying this in the beginning
Unfortunately, the relationship progressed at a SNAILS pace. I was bored with the monotony .
Finley spent half the book cooking and cleaning & it took forever for anything interesting to happen . Eventually u get some kinks & smut but idk ,maybe not for me.
The one scene i waited for happened off page i dont understand that decision
Unfortunately, the relationship progressed at a SNAILS pace. I was bored with the monotony .
Finley spent half the book cooking and cleaning & it took forever for anything interesting to happen . Eventually u get some kinks & smut but idk ,maybe not for me.
The one scene i waited for happened off page i dont understand that decision
November 15, 2021
What an incredible journey into the world of service submission.
Finley's deepest desire is to have a Dom, his "Sir", to serve. The problem is, he can't bring himself to submit to a stranger for his first time. When Aidan offers him a paid houseboy position, it seems like the perfect opportunity for Finley to explore his desires and needs. I'm glad Riley included flashbacks that show how Aidan and Finley met for the first two times, because it explains how nineteen year old Finley reacts to seeing Aidan and why he's willing to trust him so quickly.
I haven't read many books about service subs, so it was very interesting to get into Finley's mind and understand why service brought him so much joy. It's immediately apparent just how much pleasure Finley gets from serving Aidan. Finley is so eager and innocent and wants to please and serve his Sir in every way he can.
I thought the pacing of Finley and Aidan's relationship was well done. Aidan is so careful with Finley, making sure he never feels trapped or forced into something he doesn't want. I could feel how deeply Finley cared about Aidan, adored him even, at the beginning of their arrangement. I felt like I was right there with him as he fell in love with Aidan. Finley was also so deliciously needy for physical contact at the beginning of the book--it felt like such a heady build-up, waiting to see if and when Aidan would give in and explore the sexual chemistry between them. And when he did it was scorching! Some of the kinks Aidan and Finley explored have never interested me, but it was very hot to read about. I'm so impressed that Riley was able to write about such a wide variety of kinks in such a compelling way.
I wouldn't consider this a slow-burn romance, but Aidan was very cautious about calling Finley his partner. These two do have a significant age gap, so I understand why Aidan wanted to make sure Finley was ready. It was so sweet to see how Finley got past Aidan's walls and into his heart. I also liked that while Aidan is a Dom, he wasn't always harsh, demanding, and uncompromising. Even though he certainly dominated Finley, he was willing to give in to some of Finley's whims because they made him happy. I love that Aidan truly wanted Finley to be his best, with no ulterior motive.
Finley and Aidan's back-stories made me want to cry, but I'm glad they didn't become huge dramatic points in this story. This book, at its core, is about the journey of a submissive finding his true happiness, and while there were important plot points outside of it, nothing distracted from the loving relationship Aidan and Finley shared. Just when I thought my heart couldn't melt any more, the epilogue wrecked me. Such a perfect "happily ever after" for these two--can't think of a better ending to their story.
**I received an ARC through Facebook. I am not obligated to write a review and all opinions are my own.
Finley's deepest desire is to have a Dom, his "Sir", to serve. The problem is, he can't bring himself to submit to a stranger for his first time. When Aidan offers him a paid houseboy position, it seems like the perfect opportunity for Finley to explore his desires and needs. I'm glad Riley included flashbacks that show how Aidan and Finley met for the first two times, because it explains how nineteen year old Finley reacts to seeing Aidan and why he's willing to trust him so quickly.
I haven't read many books about service subs, so it was very interesting to get into Finley's mind and understand why service brought him so much joy. It's immediately apparent just how much pleasure Finley gets from serving Aidan. Finley is so eager and innocent and wants to please and serve his Sir in every way he can.
I thought the pacing of Finley and Aidan's relationship was well done. Aidan is so careful with Finley, making sure he never feels trapped or forced into something he doesn't want. I could feel how deeply Finley cared about Aidan, adored him even, at the beginning of their arrangement. I felt like I was right there with him as he fell in love with Aidan. Finley was also so deliciously needy for physical contact at the beginning of the book--it felt like such a heady build-up, waiting to see if and when Aidan would give in and explore the sexual chemistry between them. And when he did it was scorching! Some of the kinks Aidan and Finley explored have never interested me, but it was very hot to read about. I'm so impressed that Riley was able to write about such a wide variety of kinks in such a compelling way.
I wouldn't consider this a slow-burn romance, but Aidan was very cautious about calling Finley his partner. These two do have a significant age gap, so I understand why Aidan wanted to make sure Finley was ready. It was so sweet to see how Finley got past Aidan's walls and into his heart. I also liked that while Aidan is a Dom, he wasn't always harsh, demanding, and uncompromising. Even though he certainly dominated Finley, he was willing to give in to some of Finley's whims because they made him happy. I love that Aidan truly wanted Finley to be his best, with no ulterior motive.
Finley and Aidan's back-stories made me want to cry, but I'm glad they didn't become huge dramatic points in this story. This book, at its core, is about the journey of a submissive finding his true happiness, and while there were important plot points outside of it, nothing distracted from the loving relationship Aidan and Finley shared. Just when I thought my heart couldn't melt any more, the epilogue wrecked me. Such a perfect "happily ever after" for these two--can't think of a better ending to their story.
**I received an ARC through Facebook. I am not obligated to write a review and all opinions are my own.
July 23, 2022
finley, also known as the boy who cried .
i lost count of how many times he cried, sobbed and spilled tears . so annoying. and not pleasant at all.
a whole year passes before 50% and i really don’t know how to feel about that. because a lot of time passed between chapters, but things were literally the same as we left them. it was pretty pointless to add those weeks or even months.
the first part of the book only shows finley crying. cleaning and occasionally complaining. yeah, sooooo entertaining.
aidan is a conceited jerk.
i don’t know how else to explain this, but they were really boring for the majority of the book.
one extra star because a few sex scenes were hot.
minor spoiler ahead.
can i say that it’s absolutely disappointing that they had anal sex at like 66%? this is kink i expect more fucking and less cleaning.
i lost count of how many times he cried, sobbed and spilled tears . so annoying. and not pleasant at all.
a whole year passes before 50% and i really don’t know how to feel about that. because a lot of time passed between chapters, but things were literally the same as we left them. it was pretty pointless to add those weeks or even months.
the first part of the book only shows finley crying. cleaning and occasionally complaining. yeah, sooooo entertaining.
aidan is a conceited jerk.
i don’t know how else to explain this, but they were really boring for the majority of the book.
one extra star because a few sex scenes were hot.
minor spoiler ahead.
can i say that it’s absolutely disappointing that they had anal sex at like 66%? this is kink i expect more fucking and less cleaning.
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February 2, 2020Welp, this is a case of it’s not you it’s me. I dnfed it about 50%. And that kinda sucks because I wanted to see what happened but let’s just say some of his not hard limits are hard limits to me even in reading. I thought maybe I could skim those parts but no, it happened and, yeah it didn’t work for me. So I’m just gonna tap out but continue to admire the cover.
February 1, 2020
At first, it's good to see the relationship build slowly between Aidan and Finley. When I reached half part of the book, I really get bored because the relationship build so slowly like snail's pace.
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