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Beautiful Shame #5
Finley & Jared
Finley has a problem. Somehow the Doms at Bound & Controlled have gotten the idea he’s as innocent as he seems. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth and he’s getting frustrated, so frustrated, he’s decided to do something truly frightening…ask Conner to play matchmaker. It’s one of the signs of the apocalypse, but what’s a desperate sub to do?
Jared has a problem. Somehow the subs at Bound & Controlled have decided he’s vanilla…and straight. He isn’t sure how the rumors started and he’s not sure how to fix it either. The only things he’s sure of are that he’s tired of the curious stares he’s getting as one of the youngest Doms at the club and he’s very skeptical of Conner’s sudden interest in matchmaking.
When wickedly creative meets innocently naughty, fantasies spark and romance can’t be far behind.
Story Contains: M/m romantic content, spanking, exhibitionism, voyeurism, consensual humiliation play, restraints, and BDSM elements.
Author’s Note: This is a sweeter version of humiliation play. It is completely consensual and both main characters are enthusiastic about their desires. The heat level is higher than some of my other books, but it is very much a romance at heart. Each book in the series will be a standalone story.
Jared has a problem. Somehow the subs at Bound & Controlled have decided he’s vanilla…and straight. He isn’t sure how the rumors started and he’s not sure how to fix it either. The only things he’s sure of are that he’s tired of the curious stares he’s getting as one of the youngest Doms at the club and he’s very skeptical of Conner’s sudden interest in matchmaking.
When wickedly creative meets innocently naughty, fantasies spark and romance can’t be far behind.
Story Contains: M/m romantic content, spanking, exhibitionism, voyeurism, consensual humiliation play, restraints, and BDSM elements.
Author’s Note: This is a sweeter version of humiliation play. It is completely consensual and both main characters are enthusiastic about their desires. The heat level is higher than some of my other books, but it is very much a romance at heart. Each book in the series will be a standalone story.
266 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 27, 2023
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January 29, 2023
eh
I am having a hard time with this author lately, which is a shame as they have always been one of my favourites. But their last few books have left me wanting. This one I actually got through so there’s that.
If you are looking for a bumbling sub MC who can’t get a sentence out leaving both his Master and myself confused and trying to guess what he’s trying to say cause he can’t think about anything besides his dick or if you want non stop scenes and no relationship built outside of Master and sub, although it’s like the author realized this and brought it up for like 2 paragraphs how they weren’t all about sex, then this might be the book to read.
I mean yes, it was hot but I have no idea what either MC looks like, how tall they are, their personalities outside of Master/sub or really anything about them. And how many times can good boy, naughty, sweet slut, or pretty penis be used before it’s too much, they hit this limit for me pretty quickly in this one.
Just another one from MA Innes that has fell short for me lately…almost had me wondering if a new author took over the pen name, as I can read earlier works over and over again and can barely get thru new ones, if I can at all.
I am having a hard time with this author lately, which is a shame as they have always been one of my favourites. But their last few books have left me wanting. This one I actually got through so there’s that.
If you are looking for a bumbling sub MC who can’t get a sentence out leaving both his Master and myself confused and trying to guess what he’s trying to say cause he can’t think about anything besides his dick or if you want non stop scenes and no relationship built outside of Master and sub, although it’s like the author realized this and brought it up for like 2 paragraphs how they weren’t all about sex, then this might be the book to read.
I mean yes, it was hot but I have no idea what either MC looks like, how tall they are, their personalities outside of Master/sub or really anything about them. And how many times can good boy, naughty, sweet slut, or pretty penis be used before it’s too much, they hit this limit for me pretty quickly in this one.
Just another one from MA Innes that has fell short for me lately…almost had me wondering if a new author took over the pen name, as I can read earlier works over and over again and can barely get thru new ones, if I can at all.
February 7, 2023
It's embarrassing how long this took me to read (And I don't mean the hot kind)
Look, the book is fine. If you are into marshmallow fluff kink books, oh are you in for a cavity inducing treat. Finley was cute, Jared was swoon. The smut was a little drawn out but there was a lot of kink to make up for it. The humiliation aspect was less humiliation and more mild to medium embarrassment but I think that was the point. And the dialogue is excellent. Definitely the hottest part. If that sounds like your jush and you're okay with books that overstay their welcome a little bit, you'll have a good time with this one.
Now, had I read it three to four years ago, no questions asked, this would have been a five star knockout. However, times are tough, I'm a new woman, and my expectations are exceptionally high now. For those of you keeping score at home, we are no longer in the quickie portion of this review.
I like M A Innes. I swear I do. I have read so many books by this woman as both M A Innes and Shaw Montgomery that my fan club membership is not in question. However... F*ck it, I'll be blunt, mama the pacing here is a mess. And I'm saying the pacing because this book is far from long. It's about 260 pages, 65,000 words give or take, but it felt like it took 75 years of my life to complete. Miss ma'am, that's not okay. And a lot of that has to do with how repetitive this book is. There are lines that are repeated a lot that...I don't wanna f*ck up my karma but the editor should have caught or at least strongly suggested be removed. If I have to read "he's looking at me like I'm the most romantic Dom in the world" (and Mama that is verbatim) more than twice, far too much. Hell, twice is too much.
And then there are scenes that just drag. Jared will say something that Finley finds hot and he's all "thank you master"
"You're welcome pet. You're so hot"
"oh thank you master"
"You're welcome pet"
Meanwhile I'm in the balcony with Statler and Waldorf screaming "if you two don't just f*ck already, I will be sick you restitutions"
I swear I like this author.
A good 10,000 words should have been cut from this. I think it would have made for a much better reading experience and improve the flow. Because, truthfully there's nothing wrong with the story or the characters. It's all very cute and a good book for those who want to read kink without hard and growly parts. It's just so wordy that it gets annoying. There's creating sexual tension and then there's edging for so long that your mind starts to do a mental checklist of chores you'll need to complete once you're allowed to stand up again.
I would love to say that this series isn't for me but there was enough that I liked that I'll check out more from the author but y'all, this is just M A Innes writing style. It doesn't get much better from here. But it works for her and people are into it. If you are one of those people, as I always say I am so happy for you and yours. Like I said, I still get invited to the meetings. But reading this has reminded me why I stopped showing up to said meetings. Three stars because she's cute but not that cute.
Look, the book is fine. If you are into marshmallow fluff kink books, oh are you in for a cavity inducing treat. Finley was cute, Jared was swoon. The smut was a little drawn out but there was a lot of kink to make up for it. The humiliation aspect was less humiliation and more mild to medium embarrassment but I think that was the point. And the dialogue is excellent. Definitely the hottest part. If that sounds like your jush and you're okay with books that overstay their welcome a little bit, you'll have a good time with this one.
Now, had I read it three to four years ago, no questions asked, this would have been a five star knockout. However, times are tough, I'm a new woman, and my expectations are exceptionally high now. For those of you keeping score at home, we are no longer in the quickie portion of this review.
I like M A Innes. I swear I do. I have read so many books by this woman as both M A Innes and Shaw Montgomery that my fan club membership is not in question. However... F*ck it, I'll be blunt, mama the pacing here is a mess. And I'm saying the pacing because this book is far from long. It's about 260 pages, 65,000 words give or take, but it felt like it took 75 years of my life to complete. Miss ma'am, that's not okay. And a lot of that has to do with how repetitive this book is. There are lines that are repeated a lot that...I don't wanna f*ck up my karma but the editor should have caught or at least strongly suggested be removed. If I have to read "he's looking at me like I'm the most romantic Dom in the world" (and Mama that is verbatim) more than twice, far too much. Hell, twice is too much.
And then there are scenes that just drag. Jared will say something that Finley finds hot and he's all "thank you master"
"You're welcome pet. You're so hot"
"oh thank you master"
"You're welcome pet"
Meanwhile I'm in the balcony with Statler and Waldorf screaming "if you two don't just f*ck already, I will be sick you restitutions"
I swear I like this author.
A good 10,000 words should have been cut from this. I think it would have made for a much better reading experience and improve the flow. Because, truthfully there's nothing wrong with the story or the characters. It's all very cute and a good book for those who want to read kink without hard and growly parts. It's just so wordy that it gets annoying. There's creating sexual tension and then there's edging for so long that your mind starts to do a mental checklist of chores you'll need to complete once you're allowed to stand up again.
I would love to say that this series isn't for me but there was enough that I liked that I'll check out more from the author but y'all, this is just M A Innes writing style. It doesn't get much better from here. But it works for her and people are into it. If you are one of those people, as I always say I am so happy for you and yours. Like I said, I still get invited to the meetings. But reading this has reminded me why I stopped showing up to said meetings. Three stars because she's cute but not that cute.
dnf
February 22, 2025DNF at 53%.
I swear, if I have to hear “the most romantic dom” or “don’t worry” one more time, I’ll make someone actually start worrying! This is the first book I couldn’t finish, and I tried… TWICE. Normally, I can power through no matter how bad it gets, but this? Nah, it made me pissed—and NOT in a fun way.
I’m not a huge fan of club setting books. Two chapters in, I thought this one might change my mind. Nope, not even close. In club books, the characters tend to speak and act a certain way to stay in their roles and get in the right headspace. It can even be part of the fun, turning them on. But this book? Ughhh, they took it WAY too far. The first two books were solid 4 stars, and the third? A full-on 5 stars, one of my faves! This one? Total letdown.
I swear, if I have to hear “the most romantic dom” or “don’t worry” one more time, I’ll make someone actually start worrying! This is the first book I couldn’t finish, and I tried… TWICE. Normally, I can power through no matter how bad it gets, but this? Nah, it made me pissed—and NOT in a fun way.
I’m not a huge fan of club setting books. Two chapters in, I thought this one might change my mind. Nope, not even close. In club books, the characters tend to speak and act a certain way to stay in their roles and get in the right headspace. It can even be part of the fun, turning them on. But this book? Ughhh, they took it WAY too far. The first two books were solid 4 stars, and the third? A full-on 5 stars, one of my faves! This one? Total letdown.
May 5, 2025
I'm so glad this series is over. I do enjoy low angst, but this series has the subs act like little children. It's hard to envision them as actually being adults in the world. The way they speak and behave just comes across as juvenile.
Finley is supposed to be 33 years old. He came across as a child in the first couple of chapters and it never seemed to go away. No wonder no one wanted to be his dom. Then you add Jared who was the "sweet dom", lol.
I might have to hang it up with this author. I'm over all the cheesy and utter ridiculousness.
Finley is supposed to be 33 years old. He came across as a child in the first couple of chapters and it never seemed to go away. No wonder no one wanted to be his dom. Then you add Jared who was the "sweet dom", lol.
I might have to hang it up with this author. I'm over all the cheesy and utter ridiculousness.
February 4, 2023
Finley & Jared is the fifth book in the Beautiful Shame series by M.A. Innes. The title already says it the book is about Finley and Jared. I loved their story. It was sweet, sexy, full of feels and very well written.
May 19, 2023
5/19/23-I'm revising this review.
First, an apology to anyone who read this book because of my 5 star review. At the time, I was a member of this author's ARC team and didn't want to leave anything negative. I'll leave my original review below.
I was completely baffled by this book. There was no real story line. It felt like one continuous scene and had none of the humor, sexiness and charm that makes her writing a joy to read. This book was completely out of character. With the over use of the phrase romantic eyes and the complete lack of any real back story, detail and the sloppiness of the writing, it's definitely the worst book in her catalog. This book feels as if it was written either with the help of AI or with a ghost writer. The writing style is not the same and when you compare it with the others in this series, it feels like someone else's work. it doesn't fit and that's disappointing.
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I was so excited for another book in the Beautiful Shame series. Shaw/MA does humiliation better than anyone else I've read thus far. Yet, the interactions are still written in a sweet and loving way.
This book can work as a stand alone. However, if you want to know more about Ben and Conner, I suggest you pick up the novella called The Owners on the Shaw Montgomery author page. Also, Derek can be found in Christopher and Ethan's book in this series, but also has his own book called The Only Way to Live. Neither are necessary, but it gives you a bit more insight into this world.
What I loved most about this book was the realistic approach to voyeurism and exhibitionism. Of course this is fiction and not a manual on BDSM, but the scene in the restaurant was genius as was the final scene.
My only complaint about this book is the overuse of the word romantic. This may have been an oversight in editing, but after the 5th or 6th time it was used, it started pulling me out of the story. Other than that, this was another amazing story in this series.
I did receive an ARC, but all thoughts and opinions are my own!
First, an apology to anyone who read this book because of my 5 star review. At the time, I was a member of this author's ARC team and didn't want to leave anything negative. I'll leave my original review below.
I was completely baffled by this book. There was no real story line. It felt like one continuous scene and had none of the humor, sexiness and charm that makes her writing a joy to read. This book was completely out of character. With the over use of the phrase romantic eyes and the complete lack of any real back story, detail and the sloppiness of the writing, it's definitely the worst book in her catalog. This book feels as if it was written either with the help of AI or with a ghost writer. The writing style is not the same and when you compare it with the others in this series, it feels like someone else's work. it doesn't fit and that's disappointing.
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I was so excited for another book in the Beautiful Shame series. Shaw/MA does humiliation better than anyone else I've read thus far. Yet, the interactions are still written in a sweet and loving way.
This book can work as a stand alone. However, if you want to know more about Ben and Conner, I suggest you pick up the novella called The Owners on the Shaw Montgomery author page. Also, Derek can be found in Christopher and Ethan's book in this series, but also has his own book called The Only Way to Live. Neither are necessary, but it gives you a bit more insight into this world.
What I loved most about this book was the realistic approach to voyeurism and exhibitionism. Of course this is fiction and not a manual on BDSM, but the scene in the restaurant was genius as was the final scene.
My only complaint about this book is the overuse of the word romantic. This may have been an oversight in editing, but after the 5th or 6th time it was used, it started pulling me out of the story. Other than that, this was another amazing story in this series.
I did receive an ARC, but all thoughts and opinions are my own!
December 2, 2023
Rating: 3
Steam: 4
Steam: 4
January 29, 2023
Sub Finley has a problem as the Doms at Bound & Controlled have all mistakenly assumed that he is as innocent as he appears whereas the truth is that he is completely the opposite. This has left him very frustrated to the point he has agreed to something truly frightening - he is going to let Conner play matchmaker for him and help him to someone. The apocalypse must be here. Dom Jared is young but has a problem as the Subs at Bound & Controlled have all decided that he is vanilla and straight - a rumour that he has no idea how to fix. When Conner is suddenly interested in matchmaking for him he is highly sceptical. When wickedly creative meets innocently naughty, fantasies spark and romance can’t be far behind.
I adored this story to the point that I read it several times before I decided I had stopped enjoying it. Finley was a delightful man who had an adorable look where he appeared totally innocent even though he really was into being naughty and an exhibitionist as long as it was not likely to upset or land him in trouble with the law. Jared was so very creative and the perfect Dom to both enable Finley's sexual preferences safely while also making sure that he also had a great relationship with a really nice guy. There were many areas of the book that I enjoyed but the one quote I pulled out was this one which really made me laugh:
“Finley, dear. Even the most dramatic reruns of SVU don’t have discussions on deep-throating a cock.”
This was easy to read, feel and understand. It was a very romantic story underneath the physical side of things and I can imagine the kind of wedding they would have at some point in the future. It just made me smile and grin from ear to ear at the end. This story contains mature MM content of a BSDM-like D/s relationship with fully consensual spanking, exhibitionism, voyeurism, restraints and humiliation play. There are the usual links to the Bound & Controlled series by Shaw Mongomery and the bonus chapter for Derek and Sean from The Only Way to Live by MA Innes.
I adored this story to the point that I read it several times before I decided I had stopped enjoying it. Finley was a delightful man who had an adorable look where he appeared totally innocent even though he really was into being naughty and an exhibitionist as long as it was not likely to upset or land him in trouble with the law. Jared was so very creative and the perfect Dom to both enable Finley's sexual preferences safely while also making sure that he also had a great relationship with a really nice guy. There were many areas of the book that I enjoyed but the one quote I pulled out was this one which really made me laugh:
“Finley, dear. Even the most dramatic reruns of SVU don’t have discussions on deep-throating a cock.”
This was easy to read, feel and understand. It was a very romantic story underneath the physical side of things and I can imagine the kind of wedding they would have at some point in the future. It just made me smile and grin from ear to ear at the end. This story contains mature MM content of a BSDM-like D/s relationship with fully consensual spanking, exhibitionism, voyeurism, restraints and humiliation play. There are the usual links to the Bound & Controlled series by Shaw Mongomery and the bonus chapter for Derek and Sean from The Only Way to Live by MA Innes.
January 26, 2023
Beautiful Shame book 5 is all about Finley and Jared, that means more club Bound and Controlled yay!
Conner, how could I have forgotten about that sexy, naughty, matchmaking sub? He is trying his best to find Finley his perfect Dom.
Finley doesn't believe that there is a Dom available that can understand his needs. He isn't being difficult, he's just unique.
When Conner introduces Finley to Jared sparks fly, all the shy sub wanted was to be shown off while being gently humiliated. Jared thinks he looks too cute and innocent though, he can see a lot of experimenting in their future.
Finley thinks that his new Dom is wonderfully devious and diabolically perfect. He has many humiliation highlights that leave him lightheaded with shameful desire. " Thank you for wanting to take care of me and train my penis Master "....(so funny)
What a fun book to read, I really enjoyed all of the trials Jared put his sub through, he truly is devious but he also knows how to let him fly.
Conner, how could I have forgotten about that sexy, naughty, matchmaking sub? He is trying his best to find Finley his perfect Dom.
Finley doesn't believe that there is a Dom available that can understand his needs. He isn't being difficult, he's just unique.
When Conner introduces Finley to Jared sparks fly, all the shy sub wanted was to be shown off while being gently humiliated. Jared thinks he looks too cute and innocent though, he can see a lot of experimenting in their future.
Finley thinks that his new Dom is wonderfully devious and diabolically perfect. He has many humiliation highlights that leave him lightheaded with shameful desire. " Thank you for wanting to take care of me and train my penis Master "....(so funny)
What a fun book to read, I really enjoyed all of the trials Jared put his sub through, he truly is devious but he also knows how to let him fly.
January 30, 2023
This was a terrific addition to the Beautiful Shame series. Finley and Jared were really sweet and wonderfully kinky, and it was fun to see how well their needs matched. I loved how Jared was not at all threatened by Finley's crush on and sexy moments with Conner. (I really hope that Ben and Conner get a full length story focused on them - maybe finding a third, though I'd be happy to see more of their daily life, just being themselves.)
I would have liked to see a little of the stress and disappointment that Finley and Jared went through while trying to find their perfect matches before Conner introduced them, rather than having it just be mentioned. However, I liked how grateful they were to finally have each other. Their romance was full of humor and sweetness, along with a wonderful amount of kink. These two had such chemistry with their gentle humiliation, hot exhibitionism, and sexy voyeurism. They were perfect together, and I loved them!
I would have liked to see a little of the stress and disappointment that Finley and Jared went through while trying to find their perfect matches before Conner introduced them, rather than having it just be mentioned. However, I liked how grateful they were to finally have each other. Their romance was full of humor and sweetness, along with a wonderful amount of kink. These two had such chemistry with their gentle humiliation, hot exhibitionism, and sexy voyeurism. They were perfect together, and I loved them!
February 3, 2023
Book 5 in the Beautiful Shame series was long in coming but worth the wait. As expected, it's the sweetest smut you ever will read. Finley is absolutely adorable -- not a pet or a little, mind you, but adorable none-the-less. He wants to be shamed and humiliated, but not in a mean way, and Jared is just the Master for him. As always, the dynamic between the two MCs is like sugar or honey and it goes down just as easy. If you're on the fence about reading a new kink, this would be a good chance to dip your toe in the experimental waters if you will. Like all of MA Innes' work, it's so so gentle and sweet, but pretty hot from the outset. This one is definitely not a slow burn, more like a fiery inferno you will have no problem jumping into without regrets. Five stars because it does what it sets out to do so very well - explore some beautiful shame.
January 28, 2023
Finley is discouraged in his search of a Dom because he hasn`t had any luck finding his match, his friend Conner, owner of Bound an Controlled, puts him in contact with Jared. From the first encounter their kinks and needs align perfectly. You won`t find any angst here, everything goes smoothly.
We have a very fun journey with neighbours, naughty friends and toys.
Both MC want a relationship and between sexy scenes, they built one that suits them both, with a Master willing to make real his sub dreams and fantasies. Loved how Jared seems always amused and happy making real Finley fantasies.
This is a light reading, with a lot of sexy times and I had a lot of fun, and having a great scene with Conner is like the icing in the cake.
We have a very fun journey with neighbours, naughty friends and toys.
Both MC want a relationship and between sexy scenes, they built one that suits them both, with a Master willing to make real his sub dreams and fantasies. Loved how Jared seems always amused and happy making real Finley fantasies.
This is a light reading, with a lot of sexy times and I had a lot of fun, and having a great scene with Conner is like the icing in the cake.
January 31, 2023
Another wonderful read by M.A. Innes. I was so excited to get another Beautiful Shame book. It was definitely the best blend of romantic moments and wonderfully wicked ones. Finley is so sweet and innocent looking which leaves Doms confused when it comes to what he is looking for in his Dom. Jared is a younger Dom looking for his perfect sub. Thank you Conner for all your wonderful matchmaking skills. Finley and Jared are just a wonderfully wicked couple. I love how they are able to find what makes them both happy. Jared is determined to make sure his boy gets everything he needs and desires.
I enjoyed the way the exhibitionism and voyeurism scenes were written. You really got to feel how much the characters enjoyed them and also how much they connected with each other during them.
I enjoyed the way the exhibitionism and voyeurism scenes were written. You really got to feel how much the characters enjoyed them and also how much they connected with each other during them.
January 31, 2023
This is another enjoyable book in the Beautiful Shame series. Finley is a sub who has had a difficult time finding a Master. Finley is a unique combination of very innocent and very kinky. Most doms misread him as a Little or into puppy play. When Finley is introduced to Jared, they share good chemistry from the beginning. Finley doesn't do well with a mean, cruel dom. Instead, he needs someone who dominates through sweet comments, praise, and soft words. That is Jared's style to a T. This book is paced rather slowly at the beginning and it tends to move from scene to scene with only a few non-sexual times together. The characters are delightful and they seem to have a bright, long-term kink-filled future together.
January 24, 2023
Wow, Shaw at her best, what a great book, I never read better mind f…. .
Finley and Jared meet each other in the Bound & Controlled club, Finley is a sweet sub, but very naughty, so he doesn’t find the right master. But then Connor introduces him to Jared, a young master, who sees the special naughty sub.
This story is a great mix of a sweet romance and a more than steamy story, where Jared and Finley find together.
I really enjoyed all the hot scenes but always with a smile on the lips reading the thoughts of these two special guys, finding together with their special kinks.
I had the luck to get an ARC to read.
Finley and Jared meet each other in the Bound & Controlled club, Finley is a sweet sub, but very naughty, so he doesn’t find the right master. But then Connor introduces him to Jared, a young master, who sees the special naughty sub.
This story is a great mix of a sweet romance and a more than steamy story, where Jared and Finley find together.
I really enjoyed all the hot scenes but always with a smile on the lips reading the thoughts of these two special guys, finding together with their special kinks.
I had the luck to get an ARC to read.
January 31, 2023
Love this series and Finley and Jarad' s story is a great addition
Finley looks so sweet and innocent that no one at the club would take a chance on him but when Conner got involved he introduced him to Master Jarad.
With all the Doms thinking Finley was innocent and all the subs thinking Jarad was straight or vanilla it made for an interesting date.
Master Jarad was younger than Finley but as long as he didn't shout at him he was ok that he was younger.
A perfect match by Conner, and Master Jarad made all Finley's fantasy's come to life.
Brilliant read.
I received an advanced copy of this book for a honest review
Finley looks so sweet and innocent that no one at the club would take a chance on him but when Conner got involved he introduced him to Master Jarad.
With all the Doms thinking Finley was innocent and all the subs thinking Jarad was straight or vanilla it made for an interesting date.
Master Jarad was younger than Finley but as long as he didn't shout at him he was ok that he was younger.
A perfect match by Conner, and Master Jarad made all Finley's fantasy's come to life.
Brilliant read.
I received an advanced copy of this book for a honest review
August 14, 2023
Finley & Jared : A M/m Humiliation Play Romance // Beautiful Shame Book 5 // M.A. Innes
Finley & Jared close out this lovely “sweet side of humiliation” series with a focus on Exhibition. These two are set up by a friend at their shmink club. Sweet, innocent looking Finley is struggling to find a Dom that has the balance of gentle and humiliating that he’s looking for…until he meets wickedly creative Dom, Jared. This is a high heat read exploring all kinds of aspects of the sweet side of humiliation play. See below for details. 😉
😈 Shmink Club
❤️ Matchmaking
🖤D/s
💕Fluffy / sweet
❤️🔥Humiliation Play
🔥High Heat
Finley & Jared close out this lovely “sweet side of humiliation” series with a focus on Exhibition. These two are set up by a friend at their shmink club. Sweet, innocent looking Finley is struggling to find a Dom that has the balance of gentle and humiliating that he’s looking for…until he meets wickedly creative Dom, Jared. This is a high heat read exploring all kinds of aspects of the sweet side of humiliation play. See below for details. 😉
😈 Shmink Club
❤️ Matchmaking
🖤D/s
💕Fluffy / sweet
❤️🔥Humiliation Play
🔥High Heat
February 5, 2023
Finley and Jared
Goodness, these two were adorable. I really loved Jared's character and the lengths he went to as a DOM to give Finley all the things he'd been wanting that no one else had been able to achieve. I just wish these stories were a bit longer and were a continuation between each book. I loved the club and feel like a whole series could be built around it. Gonna have to figure out which book I'll read next.
Goodness, these two were adorable. I really loved Jared's character and the lengths he went to as a DOM to give Finley all the things he'd been wanting that no one else had been able to achieve. I just wish these stories were a bit longer and were a continuation between each book. I loved the club and feel like a whole series could be built around it. Gonna have to figure out which book I'll read next.
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March 26, 2023DNF 33%
This was so boring. (It’s supposed to be kinky fyi)
Finley can’t form one coherent sentence which makes the reading very annoying.
I also like other things happening besides the kink. Like the MC’s having a personality outside of the D/s. And there are no physical descriptions at all, and I wasn’t going to find out if there would suddenly be a beard or something like that in cahpter 15 lol
This was so boring. (It’s supposed to be kinky fyi)
Finley can’t form one coherent sentence which makes the reading very annoying.
I also like other things happening besides the kink. Like the MC’s having a personality outside of the D/s. And there are no physical descriptions at all, and I wasn’t going to find out if there would suddenly be a beard or something like that in cahpter 15 lol
January 22, 2023
I absolutely loved this story. Finlay was just so cute and sweet and Jared was just so wicked. These two were perfect for each other. I love getting to visit with some of my favorite characters and I really liked getting to know them better. This whole series is just so good and so very well written. This is a wonderfully sweet and very steamy story.
January 30, 2023
Hot!
I enjoyed Finley and Jared’s book! While it was a bit light on storyline and most of the relationship building occurred behind the scenes, it was a fun read and a good addition to the series. I’m only sorry we didn’t get the doctor scene with Nurse Connor and can only hope this will be included in a future book or bonus novella
I enjoyed Finley and Jared’s book! While it was a bit light on storyline and most of the relationship building occurred behind the scenes, it was a fun read and a good addition to the series. I’m only sorry we didn’t get the doctor scene with Nurse Connor and can only hope this will be included in a future book or bonus novella
May 5, 2024
3,5 🌟 These series is on a sliding scale towards "Shaw Montgomery". Meaning: too sugary sweet to my taste with a dose of absurdness I really don't like. I loved the first three books, but the last two were really not to my liking anymore 🤷
January 31, 2023
Unable to attract the right Dom, Finley approaches Conner for help.
When he is perfectly matched with younger Jared, their kinks align amazingly well.
A plot filled with scorching kinky scenes, good character communication and wonderful supporting characters.
A really great addition to this series.
When he is perfectly matched with younger Jared, their kinks align amazingly well.
A plot filled with scorching kinky scenes, good character communication and wonderful supporting characters.
A really great addition to this series.
February 2, 2023
this series is my catnip for some reason.
let's not look too much into it.
let's not look too much into it.
August 30, 2023
❤️❤️❤️
February 21, 2025
3.75 stars
Nicely spicy!
Nicely spicy!
January 31, 2023
I really enjoyed Jared and Finley's story. Finley was such an innocent looking sub that no Dom believed that he really knew what he wanted. He was frustrated by their inability to look beyond his demeanor and see that he wanted to be humiliated and on display. Jared was his perfect match. He was able to learn what Finley truly wanted and was able to deliver it. The sex was definitely hot. The scene when Jared opened his windows so that his neighbors in the courtyard would be able to hear was simply phenomenal. I was in awe how he was able to give Finley the perfect amount of exhibitionism and humiliation that he wanted and needed. Cooper and Ben were intriguing. I will have to go back and read their short story. It was good to see Derek and Sean again as well. This was a sweet, sexy, low-angst romance and I loved it!
March 16, 2023
OMG this was so good. I could have kept reading them I loved them so much. And with Jared’s imagination, his neighbors, and all the friends he has made at the club, I can see so much more for these two. Luckily with the author’s love of cameos we almost never have to leave the world created. Like the other books in this series, the author shows the beauty in their unique desires and how the right person can make their relationship perfect.
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