One Dom To Love (Doms of Her Life Book 1)
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greg veen
I absolutely love a Shayla Black story. It's what drew me to this trilogy. Add in Jenna Jacob and Isabella LaPearl and this story should not be missed! They can take the most frustrating men who make you want to choke your kindle and the sweetest (and maybe a little naive) of heroines and create the most heart wrenching story. The whole time I read this book, I felt for Raine because all she really wants is to belong to and be loved by one man. Unfortunately that man, Hammer, is emotionally unavailable because of a past he refuses to let go of, even though he yearns for her. Enter Liam, Hammer's best friend, who knows about his past and has shared women with him before. Liam just wants Hammer to move on and be happy so he concocts this crazy idea that he train Raine in submission so that Hammer will see the error of his mistake and they'll be all happy together. (Because that always works, right?) This idea doesn't even really start before it begins to backfire because Liam develops feelings for Raine that are more than lend-a-hand, playing matchmaker friendly.
While this book is part of a series and leaves you with a cliffhanger, it's so worth it to start this series! I can't wait to start the next book to see if the characters start to find ways to fix what was broken by the end of the first book or if they'll fix what was broken by the end of the story.
While this book is part of a series and leaves you with a cliffhanger, it's so worth it to start this series! I can't wait to start the next book to see if the characters start to find ways to fix what was broken by the end of the first book or if they'll fix what was broken by the end of the story.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
diane mendez
What happens when two Doms fall for the same woman, things will get interesting. Raine is a runaway that Hammer found behind his club and took her in and protected her. Raine is thankful for Hammer and fell in love with him but Hammer could never give Raine what she wants or deserve. Liam is Hammer's best friend and sees how much Raine loves Hammer and comes up with a plan to make Hammer finally see what is in front of him, but Liam never counted on fallen for Raine too. Hammer finally realizes he wants Raine but Liam claimed her. I couldn't stop reading this book. I love Raine, Liam and even Hammer but hated how he was with Raine even though I know the reason why he is the way he is with her. I love Liam & Raine together, there connection was fast but, I can't wait to see how they will be now that Liam has claimed her but Hammer won't go down without a fight. It just got interesting. Can't wait to read book 2 too see what happens next
The Terms: Part One (The Terms Duet) :: His to Take (A Wicked Lovers Novel) :: More Than Want You (More Than Words Book 1) :: Down On Me (Man of the Month Book 1) :: The Dom Who Loved Me (Masters and Mercenaries Book 1)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
maggiebowden
Macen Hammerman is the owner and Alpha Dom of the private BDSM club called Shadows. Everyone calls him Hammer. His wife, Juliet died and he blames himself and he pours himself into this club and women! His best friend, Liam has come to town to help him after his divorce. These two have been through a lot together. They even shared Juliet, so Liam knows how Hammer is constantly beating himself up about her death and can't move on. Upon arriving, Liam sees that Hammer is even more messed up than he thought and he truly wants to fix that. With Raine.
Raine left home when she was young. It seems everyone always left her, so she decided to leave. Hammer found her in an alley behind his place and rescued her before a pimp or drug dealer got a hold of her. He has watched her blossom into a beautiful woman and has dared anyone in the club to even act on their attraction to her. He would love to have her himself, but he's scared he would kill her as he believes he did Juliet. He wants more than just a sub, he needs a slave. WHAT?! Every time Hammer is with a woman the dagger just goes deeper in Raine's heart. She loves him and has tried to seduce him but he flat out turns her down!
Liam devises a plan to make Raine his sub, teach her how to be a sub and hopefully that'll shake Hammer up enough that he'll realize how much he loves Raine and will finally move on from Juliet's death. WOW, I never saw what happened coming!! How could a well intended plan to help Hammer go so wrong!
I loved this book but oh my gosh, Hammer is the most frustrating man!! He had me yelling at my kindle so much! Loved the whole story line and how it kept me on the edge of my seat! It only took me a day to read this, I was so captivated!! I felt bad for Raine, but also thought she did some really dumb things and was very gullible. Liam ticked me off as well! I look forward to reading book 2! Hopefully each of them can get their act together!!
Raine left home when she was young. It seems everyone always left her, so she decided to leave. Hammer found her in an alley behind his place and rescued her before a pimp or drug dealer got a hold of her. He has watched her blossom into a beautiful woman and has dared anyone in the club to even act on their attraction to her. He would love to have her himself, but he's scared he would kill her as he believes he did Juliet. He wants more than just a sub, he needs a slave. WHAT?! Every time Hammer is with a woman the dagger just goes deeper in Raine's heart. She loves him and has tried to seduce him but he flat out turns her down!
Liam devises a plan to make Raine his sub, teach her how to be a sub and hopefully that'll shake Hammer up enough that he'll realize how much he loves Raine and will finally move on from Juliet's death. WOW, I never saw what happened coming!! How could a well intended plan to help Hammer go so wrong!
I loved this book but oh my gosh, Hammer is the most frustrating man!! He had me yelling at my kindle so much! Loved the whole story line and how it kept me on the edge of my seat! It only took me a day to read this, I was so captivated!! I felt bad for Raine, but also thought she did some really dumb things and was very gullible. Liam ticked me off as well! I look forward to reading book 2! Hopefully each of them can get their act together!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sarah merchant
I have to be honest this is one of the best BDSM novels i have read in a good while. Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss since the day he took her in but for Macen Hammerman she was off limits till she grew up some and went to college and do all the things she deserves to do.In comes one of Macen best friends Dom Liam O’Neill he thinks he is helping the two buy pushing them together but we have a problem Dom Liam starts having feeling for Raine also.This Story is so amazingly told you don't want to miss a second of the story all of this series is a must have for your library .Raine knows she is in love but does he feel the same way? How can she be starting to have feelings for another Dom and be in love with Hammer but he is giving her the domination she is needing. Is it possible to be falling in love with Dom Liam while still in love with Hammer she is so confused should she just run away so everything can get back to normal for both men. Can the men come to a agreement for what is best for Raine and build their friendship back to what it once was ? After all everyone thought they had Raines best interest at heart but what they failed to do was ask Raine now she feels she is tearing everyone apart she feels so lost right now .Ok thats all i am going to give away as you can tell this is a story i fell in love with so you will have to buy it get all the juicy details and trust me there is tons of those. I am doing my best not to give too much away here this is a must own series for your library . Its so amazingly well written and a extremely hot steamy page turner.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ifeyinwa
5 EROTIC STARS
I fell in love with Jenna Jacobs' work when I read her Doms of Genesis series so reading any work she's connected with is an absolute treat. One Dom to Love was definitely up there as a love story I won't forget. I was left with wanting more and needing to know what happens next for Hammer, Liam and of course sweet, sassy and loving Raine.
This story was very erotic as it give us a story of sweet Raine living at Shadows after being protected and cared for by the BDSM club owner, Hammer. His best friend Liam sees the affections Raine and Hammer feel for each other and tries to step in to get them to finally connect but his intentions, though well intended, went in a different direction when he finds himself falling for Raine.
The passion and sensual scenes between these characters were palpable and very steamy. These authors did an amazing job bringing these characters and this story to life. Not too dramatic with it's plot and focusing on the character development and the interaction between each of them. My heart ached for Raine and the rejection she went through as well as the pain Hammer suffered when Liam stepped in to a role he refused to do. They were both in so much pain and the story is written so well that I, as the reader, felt it. Liam was the sweetest and most caring to do what he did to help Raine and to try to help his friend. He really had a big heart and put it on the line when he begins falling for Raine.
This was a great love triangle that I couldn't get enough of.
I fell in love with Jenna Jacobs' work when I read her Doms of Genesis series so reading any work she's connected with is an absolute treat. One Dom to Love was definitely up there as a love story I won't forget. I was left with wanting more and needing to know what happens next for Hammer, Liam and of course sweet, sassy and loving Raine.
This story was very erotic as it give us a story of sweet Raine living at Shadows after being protected and cared for by the BDSM club owner, Hammer. His best friend Liam sees the affections Raine and Hammer feel for each other and tries to step in to get them to finally connect but his intentions, though well intended, went in a different direction when he finds himself falling for Raine.
The passion and sensual scenes between these characters were palpable and very steamy. These authors did an amazing job bringing these characters and this story to life. Not too dramatic with it's plot and focusing on the character development and the interaction between each of them. My heart ached for Raine and the rejection she went through as well as the pain Hammer suffered when Liam stepped in to a role he refused to do. They were both in so much pain and the story is written so well that I, as the reader, felt it. Liam was the sweetest and most caring to do what he did to help Raine and to try to help his friend. He really had a big heart and put it on the line when he begins falling for Raine.
This was a great love triangle that I couldn't get enough of.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
matt burress
When I first read this book, I hated Hammer. To me he was abusive to Raine and I could easily see her ending up with Liam. That being said, I"ve read it a couple more times since the first time and I can see more into Hammer now and can see what he's trying to do, which is save Raine from himself. He just needs a kick in the balls by someone and that turns out to be Liam. As much as I dislike cliffhangers, I keep reading and found I enjoy it. As I'm writing this review, I have already read the second and third installments of the series and am waiting for the 4th book but I can honestly say this first book just sucked me in and refused to let go. It's hard to make a ménage work and these three are about to find that out! Get the book, grab something to drink and curl up where ever you do your reading because you won't be putting this book down until you're finished.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
kaylee
All Raine has wanted is to be loved. She hoped that would happen with her boss. He saved her life and gave her a new outlook on life and gave her life purpose. But he never treated her or acted like she was anything more than a little sister.
Hammer knows that Raine could never give him what he needs. His wants are too dark for her. She may be submissive but she's not a slave.
When Raine decides to make a move to show Hammer she can give him anything she is crushed by his rejection and hurt that he demands punishment. But she's made the decision that she needs to leave. She can't be around him any longer, it hurts too much.
But at the last minute she's given an opportunity from Liam, Hammers, best friend. She just needs to agree to be trained by him. He will do everything she can to make her shine and give her what she so desperately needs.
But things aren't always as easy as they seem. He decision comes with consequences and she faced with them almost immediately.
When she leaves with Liam will she be able to put Hammer in the past and move on with Liam? Will Hammer fight to get her back? Will Liam break down Raines walls and will she let him in?
Just when you think you know what will happen something else does instead and I love that Shayla is able to do that. And I love these characters, they are so well developed and the ending leaves you wanting more.
Hammer knows that Raine could never give him what he needs. His wants are too dark for her. She may be submissive but she's not a slave.
When Raine decides to make a move to show Hammer she can give him anything she is crushed by his rejection and hurt that he demands punishment. But she's made the decision that she needs to leave. She can't be around him any longer, it hurts too much.
But at the last minute she's given an opportunity from Liam, Hammers, best friend. She just needs to agree to be trained by him. He will do everything she can to make her shine and give her what she so desperately needs.
But things aren't always as easy as they seem. He decision comes with consequences and she faced with them almost immediately.
When she leaves with Liam will she be able to put Hammer in the past and move on with Liam? Will Hammer fight to get her back? Will Liam break down Raines walls and will she let him in?
Just when you think you know what will happen something else does instead and I love that Shayla is able to do that. And I love these characters, they are so well developed and the ending leaves you wanting more.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
james ricuito
Absolutely loved this first book of the series and can't wait for the rest. Just as the name suggests, it is like a soap opera. Macen and Raine have both loved each other from afar, but never given into the temptation. Raine finally decides she is going to lay it on the line and is rejected. Macen has had things happen in his past and he doesn't think he's good enough for Raine. He pushes her away when that's the last thing he wants to do. Macen's friend Liam comes in to help Macen see the light that Raine is what he needs, but he quickly falls for her as well.
I loved this love triangle. Raine is perhaps a little naive as far as Macen goes, but I loved all of these characters and how they played off of each other. It's definitely a great start to a hot love triangle which could be so much more!
I loved this love triangle. Raine is perhaps a little naive as far as Macen goes, but I loved all of these characters and how they played off of each other. It's definitely a great start to a hot love triangle which could be so much more!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
taylor johnson
Raine Kendall is a sweet young woman who is in love with Macen Hammerman, who is the owner and head DOM at a BDSM Club called Shadows. Macen rescued her from having a life on the streets. He gave her a roof over head, food, a job and always protected her from anyone who would hurt her even himself. But since he won't show any interest in her, he also had made sure no one else at Shadows would ever touch her. Raine is submissive by nature and needs a strong DOM to show her the way. But she is also very quick to mouth off, and lose her cool. She wants Macen to be that DOM but when you offer yourself to a man and he is constantly ignoring you, is it really worth putting forth the effort anymore?
Macen has a past and he thinks he is protecting Raine from ending up hurt and miserable. He loves her with all his heart but because of things that has happened in his past, he refuses to see that pretending not to have any interest in her is hurting her more than he ever could by letting her into his life and be the woman he wants and needs. Living in the past isn't good and trying to find relief in the bottom of a bottle doesn't help either.
Liam O'Neill is Macen's best friend. They have been through good and bad with each other but Liam has decided to do something about Macen and Raine. Why not think of a plan to show Macen what he is missing out on with Raine. Liam is a sexy irishman who could have any girl but he decides to help Raine show Macen that she is the girl for him. Sounds good on paper but Life has a way of messing up the best laid plans.
I really loved Macen in the beginning of the story. Strong, handsome man who is a Dom but the more and more I kept reading, the more certain words came to mind about Macen. He needs a harsh wake up call. Here he has a beautiful woman who has grown up right before his eyes and Raine has not kept it a secret that she loves him but since Macen has something bad in his past that he won't even take the chance on love again. The old saying "you snooze, you lose". Well Macen is going to wake up and everything he values will be gone. There were parts where I felt sorry for him. Living in the past isn't a place to live and neither is the bottom of the bottle. Neither solves anything. Just creates more problems.
Now I could easily fall for Liam. An irish accent and so unbelievable handsome, and single to boot, sign me up! He wants to help Raine get Macen's attention but things don't always work out the way we plan. Raine has a predictament and the way she handled situations is the way a woman confused and in love would handle things. There is humor all through the book so while I was laughing, I was also almost crying. There where times I literally wanted to strangle Macen and Liam! Couple times almost threw my tablet down but couldn't because I needed to know what happened.
This book was a page turner and I was turning pages and pages and it was getting so good and I turned the page and it was done. Talk about being upset, I wanted more! I need more!! I need to know what happened. I can't get enough of these characters. I stayed up way late because I just could put it down and then if I did go to sleep, the first thing I did in the morning was start reading again. Buy this book and you will not be disappointed!! Such wonderful writing, beautiful characters who are real and seem to jump off the pages right at me. This drew me in from page one all the way through till the end.
Macen has a past and he thinks he is protecting Raine from ending up hurt and miserable. He loves her with all his heart but because of things that has happened in his past, he refuses to see that pretending not to have any interest in her is hurting her more than he ever could by letting her into his life and be the woman he wants and needs. Living in the past isn't good and trying to find relief in the bottom of a bottle doesn't help either.
Liam O'Neill is Macen's best friend. They have been through good and bad with each other but Liam has decided to do something about Macen and Raine. Why not think of a plan to show Macen what he is missing out on with Raine. Liam is a sexy irishman who could have any girl but he decides to help Raine show Macen that she is the girl for him. Sounds good on paper but Life has a way of messing up the best laid plans.
I really loved Macen in the beginning of the story. Strong, handsome man who is a Dom but the more and more I kept reading, the more certain words came to mind about Macen. He needs a harsh wake up call. Here he has a beautiful woman who has grown up right before his eyes and Raine has not kept it a secret that she loves him but since Macen has something bad in his past that he won't even take the chance on love again. The old saying "you snooze, you lose". Well Macen is going to wake up and everything he values will be gone. There were parts where I felt sorry for him. Living in the past isn't a place to live and neither is the bottom of the bottle. Neither solves anything. Just creates more problems.
Now I could easily fall for Liam. An irish accent and so unbelievable handsome, and single to boot, sign me up! He wants to help Raine get Macen's attention but things don't always work out the way we plan. Raine has a predictament and the way she handled situations is the way a woman confused and in love would handle things. There is humor all through the book so while I was laughing, I was also almost crying. There where times I literally wanted to strangle Macen and Liam! Couple times almost threw my tablet down but couldn't because I needed to know what happened.
This book was a page turner and I was turning pages and pages and it was getting so good and I turned the page and it was done. Talk about being upset, I wanted more! I need more!! I need to know what happened. I can't get enough of these characters. I stayed up way late because I just could put it down and then if I did go to sleep, the first thing I did in the morning was start reading again. Buy this book and you will not be disappointed!! Such wonderful writing, beautiful characters who are real and seem to jump off the pages right at me. This drew me in from page one all the way through till the end.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
eilish hawes fraser
★✩★✩★ 5- Holy Hott Drama -Stars ★✩★✩★
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
“I'm just so g****** tired of being ignored. Every freaking day, I'm here. You see me, but you don't see me. Why? Am I not obedient enough? Pretty enough? Smart or cultured enough? Or is it because I'm not a carbon copy of one of your plastic whores?”
Six years ago, when Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) took in an almost eighteen year old runaway sleeping in the alley behind his underground BDSM club, he never could have expected the effect she would have on his life. All these years later he has grown to love her but refuses to act on it-Hammer has some pretty serious demons in his past that won't allow him to let her in, knowing he would only hurt her in the end.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss, the man who took her in off the streets, for years. Tired of being ignored and looked over for the many women who have crossed into his bedroom, she finally lays all her heart on the line, offering herself to him completely... and he rejects her-in the cruelest way possible. Finally pushed past her limits on how much pain her heart can take, she decides to pack it in and just leave, or so she thought...
Liam O’Neill has been best friends with Hammer for years, he can see how much he loves Raine and doesn't understand why he insists on punishing himself by not claiming the one woman he wants. He also see the damage being inflicted on Raine by Hammer's constant rejection-he won't claim her for himself, yet he won't allow another Dom to claim her either. So he puts a plan in motion; he offers Raine the opportunity to be trained as a submissive by him, knowing the blinding rage Hammer will inevitably feel will force the other Dom to act. What he wasn't prepared for was developing feelings for Raine himself. Now he is faced with turning her over to Hammer when the time comes, or fighting to keep her for himself.
He kissed like a god. With one seductive whisper he could distract her utterly. One touch, and she felt her defenses crumbling. But those lips could capture her soul. Yes, she loved Hammer, but... Liam set her on fire.
Where do I even start with this book? First off-I think the fact that the books in this series are being named after Soap Operas was bloody brilliant and totally fitting. Can you say drama? This story is loaded with it; non-stop, over-the-top, scream my head off, cry my eyes out -drama. I have never met a more stubborn character than Hammer, even Raine, Liam to a degree, and the drama just keeps on blowing up around them-from start to finish-it was freakin exhausting and I loved every flippin minute of it. Plus the sex?! HottHottHott!! Like melt my kindle, my hubby loves you, hott-as-heck steam-and a lot of it. With a story that moves at break-neck speed and just doesn't let up, steam that will leave you in a lust-induced haze, a fantastic group of characters (some that will surprise you-like Beck), and enough drama, tears, and screams, to last you all year-this book was freakin impossible to put down. And then I got to the end-the mother of all screamfests-a freakin cliffy that will blow your head off and leave you hanging on the edge. Luckily, the next book is already out, and I cannot wait to get my greedy little hands on it, so my urge to commit murder is at a minimum. What I can tell you is these fab authors grabbed my short attention span and sanity by the nails and with that ending they still have it-I am DYING to see what they bring us next.
“Everyone else is a way to pass the time. You, he takes care of. He watches over. He guides. He loves. Don't let him bull**** you into believing different. But I honestly didn't see Liam O'Neill coming. That man has a serious hard-on for you. I wanted to see if Hammer would save you from me. But I think it will be much more fun to see if he fights Liam for you instead.”
Happy Reading xo Jenn @ BookwormBetties
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
“I'm just so g****** tired of being ignored. Every freaking day, I'm here. You see me, but you don't see me. Why? Am I not obedient enough? Pretty enough? Smart or cultured enough? Or is it because I'm not a carbon copy of one of your plastic whores?”
Six years ago, when Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) took in an almost eighteen year old runaway sleeping in the alley behind his underground BDSM club, he never could have expected the effect she would have on his life. All these years later he has grown to love her but refuses to act on it-Hammer has some pretty serious demons in his past that won't allow him to let her in, knowing he would only hurt her in the end.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss, the man who took her in off the streets, for years. Tired of being ignored and looked over for the many women who have crossed into his bedroom, she finally lays all her heart on the line, offering herself to him completely... and he rejects her-in the cruelest way possible. Finally pushed past her limits on how much pain her heart can take, she decides to pack it in and just leave, or so she thought...
Liam O’Neill has been best friends with Hammer for years, he can see how much he loves Raine and doesn't understand why he insists on punishing himself by not claiming the one woman he wants. He also see the damage being inflicted on Raine by Hammer's constant rejection-he won't claim her for himself, yet he won't allow another Dom to claim her either. So he puts a plan in motion; he offers Raine the opportunity to be trained as a submissive by him, knowing the blinding rage Hammer will inevitably feel will force the other Dom to act. What he wasn't prepared for was developing feelings for Raine himself. Now he is faced with turning her over to Hammer when the time comes, or fighting to keep her for himself.
He kissed like a god. With one seductive whisper he could distract her utterly. One touch, and she felt her defenses crumbling. But those lips could capture her soul. Yes, she loved Hammer, but... Liam set her on fire.
Where do I even start with this book? First off-I think the fact that the books in this series are being named after Soap Operas was bloody brilliant and totally fitting. Can you say drama? This story is loaded with it; non-stop, over-the-top, scream my head off, cry my eyes out -drama. I have never met a more stubborn character than Hammer, even Raine, Liam to a degree, and the drama just keeps on blowing up around them-from start to finish-it was freakin exhausting and I loved every flippin minute of it. Plus the sex?! HottHottHott!! Like melt my kindle, my hubby loves you, hott-as-heck steam-and a lot of it. With a story that moves at break-neck speed and just doesn't let up, steam that will leave you in a lust-induced haze, a fantastic group of characters (some that will surprise you-like Beck), and enough drama, tears, and screams, to last you all year-this book was freakin impossible to put down. And then I got to the end-the mother of all screamfests-a freakin cliffy that will blow your head off and leave you hanging on the edge. Luckily, the next book is already out, and I cannot wait to get my greedy little hands on it, so my urge to commit murder is at a minimum. What I can tell you is these fab authors grabbed my short attention span and sanity by the nails and with that ending they still have it-I am DYING to see what they bring us next.
“Everyone else is a way to pass the time. You, he takes care of. He watches over. He guides. He loves. Don't let him bull**** you into believing different. But I honestly didn't see Liam O'Neill coming. That man has a serious hard-on for you. I wanted to see if Hammer would save you from me. But I think it will be much more fun to see if he fights Liam for you instead.”
Happy Reading xo Jenn @ BookwormBetties
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
clare szydlowski
This was a great book and l look forward to reading books 2, 3, and 4. Raine has been in love with Macen for the last 7 years but can't understand why he can't love her back. She wants to be a submissive to his Dom but he won't allow that. Enter Liam, Macen's best friend. Liam starts out trying to get his friend to realize that Raine is what he really needs in his life and that Raine would make a great submissive for Macen. However, Liam didn't realize that he himself would fall for Raine while trying to make Macen jealous so that he would realize his fellings for Raine. This is a great story with some mystery as to each of the character's past. And the sex is HOT!!! I can't wait to continue reading the stories and seeing what's in store for each character!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
jeff berryman
This was a pretty good menage read that I listened to on audio. Raine's been in love with Macen Hammerman her boss for years and while he lusts after her, he feels it's his duty to reject her. Instead he flaunts his other lovers in front of her, takes advantage of her constant submissive gestures to him. Liam who is Hammer's bestfriend takes over and helps Raine he loves her. When Raine leaves him Hammer realizes what he had. The night of the punishment goes horribly wrong and somewhere along the way Liam claims Raine as his sub in training and man does he claim her. Liam makes Raine his. Hammer loses it when this happens. Destroying an area in his club, Raine hears something and out of the bed she's sharing with Liam to see what's going on. Of course an insanely drunken Hammer confesses his love to Raine and they share a night together that is hot. Liam finds Raine and decides to take her away, which promptly sends Hammer into yet another downward spiral. This was a really good book the sex scenes were hot as hell and I enjoyed listening to it. This was my first time reading or listening to two of the authors but Shayla I have read and listened to a lot of her books and they are always hot and well written like this book was. I am looking forward to reading or listening to the next book in this series.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
aqilah nikka
4.5 Stars out of 5 Stars
Nothing worse than to fall in love with a man who will not give you the time of day. Raine is so deeply "in crush" with Hammer and every time he takes another submissive to his bed, it just breaks her heart a little more.
Hammer saved her when she was sixteen, destitute and homeless. He has always shown her a caring side of his temperament... but always treating her like a child. You would think after six years he would at least acknowledge she has grown into a woman. No matter what Raine does to attract Hammer, it falls by the wayside. He is just not interested in her that way.
What Raine does not understand is that the live of submissive, the way Hammer needs her to be, may be beyond what she can give. Hammer is just protecting her. He thinks he needs a BDSM slave and with Raine's hot temper and independence, Hammer is just afraid to break her.
Liam is there always. He is Hammer's best friend and knows all his secrets. A plan designed to bring Hammer to his senses and help Raine, derails and now Liam is swept away in love with Raine. This is an impossible triangle of emotions, and not one to end up well.
Shayla Black is the queen of BDSM! Without being raw in her depictions, she is able to describe the scenes of love and punishment full of emotion. Her characters usually are struggling with demons from their past. Hammer is struggling to the point of frustration; Liam and is still healing from a betrayal; and Raine is still holding on to her secrets. Life has not been easy on these characters. Can they bridge their differences and overcome their pasts to forge a deeper relationship? Loved this book!
Nothing worse than to fall in love with a man who will not give you the time of day. Raine is so deeply "in crush" with Hammer and every time he takes another submissive to his bed, it just breaks her heart a little more.
Hammer saved her when she was sixteen, destitute and homeless. He has always shown her a caring side of his temperament... but always treating her like a child. You would think after six years he would at least acknowledge she has grown into a woman. No matter what Raine does to attract Hammer, it falls by the wayside. He is just not interested in her that way.
What Raine does not understand is that the live of submissive, the way Hammer needs her to be, may be beyond what she can give. Hammer is just protecting her. He thinks he needs a BDSM slave and with Raine's hot temper and independence, Hammer is just afraid to break her.
Liam is there always. He is Hammer's best friend and knows all his secrets. A plan designed to bring Hammer to his senses and help Raine, derails and now Liam is swept away in love with Raine. This is an impossible triangle of emotions, and not one to end up well.
Shayla Black is the queen of BDSM! Without being raw in her depictions, she is able to describe the scenes of love and punishment full of emotion. Her characters usually are struggling with demons from their past. Hammer is struggling to the point of frustration; Liam and is still healing from a betrayal; and Raine is still holding on to her secrets. Life has not been easy on these characters. Can they bridge their differences and overcome their pasts to forge a deeper relationship? Loved this book!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
emily swartz
I have been reading Shayla Black's books for some time and love them, so I decided to give this a go. I also enjoy books with BDSM elements, so this killed 2 birds with one stone.
The central characters of this book are Raine, Hammer and Liam. Hammer and Raine have known each other for 6 years, since he took her in as a runaway at 17. Somewhere along the way she has fallen for Hammer and does everything she can to cultivate his interest in her. He has feelings for her but refuses to act on them because of events in his past. Enter Liam, Hammer's closest friend. He sees how Raine is suffering and determines to use the old jealousy ploy to get she and Hammer together, but it backfires and he develops feelings for her quickly. He collars Raine, determined to not let Hammer hurt her anymore. When the book ends we are left hanging, wondering where the relationship between these 3 will go next.
Let me say first that Hammer really pissed me off! The way he treats Raine was deplorable, pushing her away at every turn. He never does anything about his feelings until Liam steps up, then he gets drunk and takes her to bed and THEN tells her nothing can come of it and hurts her more. I just wanted to slap him. Hopefully he'll get his act together and realize he can't have his cake and eat it too. Raine has trust issues because it seems like everyone who cares about her abandons her, and he is only making it worse.
The story continues in the next book in the series. It will be interesting to see where this trio goes from here.
The central characters of this book are Raine, Hammer and Liam. Hammer and Raine have known each other for 6 years, since he took her in as a runaway at 17. Somewhere along the way she has fallen for Hammer and does everything she can to cultivate his interest in her. He has feelings for her but refuses to act on them because of events in his past. Enter Liam, Hammer's closest friend. He sees how Raine is suffering and determines to use the old jealousy ploy to get she and Hammer together, but it backfires and he develops feelings for her quickly. He collars Raine, determined to not let Hammer hurt her anymore. When the book ends we are left hanging, wondering where the relationship between these 3 will go next.
Let me say first that Hammer really pissed me off! The way he treats Raine was deplorable, pushing her away at every turn. He never does anything about his feelings until Liam steps up, then he gets drunk and takes her to bed and THEN tells her nothing can come of it and hurts her more. I just wanted to slap him. Hopefully he'll get his act together and realize he can't have his cake and eat it too. Raine has trust issues because it seems like everyone who cares about her abandons her, and he is only making it worse.
The story continues in the next book in the series. It will be interesting to see where this trio goes from here.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
normandie hincks
WARNING: HOT STEAMY SEX
A sexy journey into the world of the Alpha Dom of Shadows, a private BDSM club in California.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss Macen Hammerman for years ... almost since he rescued her as a teen runaway from the dumpster behind his club. He took her in, took care of her, taught her the ways of the world and offered her his protection for years. The only thing he won't give her is his love.
Hammer refuses to give in to his feelings for Raine and uses anything and everything else to hold him back from her. His best friend Liam O'Neill watches from the sidelines as he tears himself up time and time again instead of just giving in and being with her.
Circumstances arise that drive Liam to offer his services as a Dom to train Raine to be the submissive that she wants to be, even though it estranges him from Hammer. Will these two friends ever find their way to making up or will it forever be a fight over the "the one"?
A sexy journey into the world of the Alpha Dom of Shadows, a private BDSM club in California.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss Macen Hammerman for years ... almost since he rescued her as a teen runaway from the dumpster behind his club. He took her in, took care of her, taught her the ways of the world and offered her his protection for years. The only thing he won't give her is his love.
Hammer refuses to give in to his feelings for Raine and uses anything and everything else to hold him back from her. His best friend Liam O'Neill watches from the sidelines as he tears himself up time and time again instead of just giving in and being with her.
Circumstances arise that drive Liam to offer his services as a Dom to train Raine to be the submissive that she wants to be, even though it estranges him from Hammer. Will these two friends ever find their way to making up or will it forever be a fight over the "the one"?
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
dina wilson
I was gifted this book for an honest review. It's hard to express my thoughts on this great story. Young Raine Kendall had a rough childhood, deciding it was best to, she ran away in search of a better life. Living life on the streets wouldn't be easy and luckily she didn't have to, Macen came to her rescue. Six years of living in his world under his protective eye, she learned of the BDSM world. Wishing for a chance at growing into a submissive role, she reached for Macen's guidance. She planned to run again when Macen rejected her.
Liam, Macen's dearest friend, saw the love he harbored for Raine. Trying to make him see reason, was easier said than done. Liam decided to involve himself by proposing to take on Raine's training, unprepared to fall victim to her love as well.
Does Liam's plan work in his favor or in Macen's? Does Raine learn the real meaning of submission? Will Raine continue to be satisfied loving Macen from afar or will she allow herself the love she craves given by Liam? Find out in this cliff hanging pager turner of dominance, submission, and soul searching. I'll be one clicking book 2 NOW!!
Missy - reviewer for Mommy's Naughty Playground
Liam, Macen's dearest friend, saw the love he harbored for Raine. Trying to make him see reason, was easier said than done. Liam decided to involve himself by proposing to take on Raine's training, unprepared to fall victim to her love as well.
Does Liam's plan work in his favor or in Macen's? Does Raine learn the real meaning of submission? Will Raine continue to be satisfied loving Macen from afar or will she allow herself the love she craves given by Liam? Find out in this cliff hanging pager turner of dominance, submission, and soul searching. I'll be one clicking book 2 NOW!!
Missy - reviewer for Mommy's Naughty Playground
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
annice
If someone told me that it's possible to love to men at once I don't know if I would believe you...but loving to dominant men at once now that's just beyond words!
This book was crazy and intense...and I mean that in a good way, trust me! The range of emotions you feel while reading this book will drive you completely insane!!!
But the real question is who should Raine choose Hammer or Liam!
Raine as been in love with Hammer since the day he saved her from the streets and her past! Raine has now grown into beautiful young women now and she can no longer take the heartache feels when she looks at Hammer! She wants to be with him but he doesn't want her in that way, or so she thinks.
Hammer is been in love with Raine since the moment he laid eyes on her but he will never let his feelings be known to her! His past is too painful to ever love anybody ever again! His dominance and desire for her are driving him over the edge when Liam steps in and tries to take Raine away from him things go beyond out-of-control! Watch as two dominant men fight over this beauty and see this story unfold and find out who Raine chooses!
This book was crazy and intense...and I mean that in a good way, trust me! The range of emotions you feel while reading this book will drive you completely insane!!!
But the real question is who should Raine choose Hammer or Liam!
Raine as been in love with Hammer since the day he saved her from the streets and her past! Raine has now grown into beautiful young women now and she can no longer take the heartache feels when she looks at Hammer! She wants to be with him but he doesn't want her in that way, or so she thinks.
Hammer is been in love with Raine since the moment he laid eyes on her but he will never let his feelings be known to her! His past is too painful to ever love anybody ever again! His dominance and desire for her are driving him over the edge when Liam steps in and tries to take Raine away from him things go beyond out-of-control! Watch as two dominant men fight over this beauty and see this story unfold and find out who Raine chooses!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
laryssa
Raine Kendall has loved her boss Macen Hammerman (Hammer) since he rescued her from the alley six years ago. She has lived and worked at his BDSM club ever since serving him in hopes he’ll see her submissive side and make her his sub. After finally getting the courage to go for what she wants, Hammer rejects her. The sting of the rejection hurts and has her fleeing the club but Hammer’s best friend Liam convinces her to stay in hopes that he can heal both their hearts. What Liam didn’t count on was falling in love with Raine. Will Raine get the man she’s always loved or will Liam surprise her and claim her for his own?
I was given this in exchange for an honest review.
Raine Kendall was handed a crappy hand in life. Her family had all but abandoned her, leaving her with a bitter old man for a father. As the abuse got worse, she decided that it would be best to leave like he told her too. The night that Hammer found her was the night that she finally felt like she had a place where she belonged. Raine is a feisty, strong fiercely independent woman who wants to find a Dom that she can give her gift of submission to. She thought Hammer was the Dom for her but he has kept her at arm’s length and taken many other subs, one of which she couldn’t understand what he saw in her. The day his sub disrespect Raine was the first time that Hammer showed that he cared for her. That night Raine finally had built up enough courage to go to his room and show him that she’s not the underage frightened teenager he found in the alley behind the club. The sting of rejection hit her hard. The pain and sting of the rejection has her fleeing the club not wanting to stay anymore now that she knows Hammer doesn’t want her. After Liam convinces her to stay, he takes her under his wing and teaches her want she has always craved.
Hammer has wanted Raine since the day he found her but she was underage, lost and alone. He took her in and under his protection. He made sure that no Dom at his club would ever touch her. Hammer wants her more than anything but after what happened to his late wife, he feels like he doesn’t deserve her and that she needs someone better than him. The problem is the Dom and Alpha male in him is craving and demanding that he claim her for himself. She is a young, inexperienced submissive begging to be taken and trained. When Raine sneaks into his private bedroom and in his bed while he is sleeping, he gives into the pleasure she gives him until he realizes that it’s not a dream. This enrages him and he decides to show her what kind of Dom he is and punishes her. When she pushes back things don’t go according to plan and just when he thinks she is going to stick around, his best friend Liam steps in.
Liam has been Hammers best friend for more than a decade. He knows him better than anyone else. He knows the death of Hammer’s wife has left him reeling and in the depth of darkness. Liam comes up with a plan to heal Hammer’s heart and that includes getting Hammer and Raine together as he is sure she can heal his heart. When he finds Hammer and Raine in an intense heated discuss and Raine trying to flee the club he steps in and put his plan into action. He convinces Hammer that he’ll find a way to keep Raine from moving out if the club and he gives Raine the chance to learn how to properly submit to a Dom. After Hammer takes things too far Raine takes Liam up on his offer and ends up under his protection. What Liam didn’t expect was to fall for Raine.
The writing trio of Shayla Black, Jenna Jacob, and Isabella LaPearl was full of hot intense scenes that can make a girl blush. The chemistry between Raine and Hammer and between Raine and Liam is so very different yet undeniable. Raine is confused by the fact that she cares very deeply for two very different men. She tries to show Hammer that she isn’t a child, like he treats her but when she is faced with his willingness to give her what she wants after agreeing to be Liam’s, she shows that she still needs to do some growing up. Liam is more than patient with her and gives her many chances to prove that she can have what she craves, a Dom who will care and protect her. The more time Raine spends with Liam the more she falls for him. Both don’t know how it happened so fast. When Hammer sees what the two share, this leaves him jealous and feeling like an idiot for not taking what was his. This leaves the two best friends at odds. This is the first in the series so we are left wondering what Hammer’s next move will be and how Liam and Raine with deal with the challenges ahead of them. Both men want Raine to be theirs and are willing to do whatever it takes to make her theirs but at what expense. I’m really looking forward to see where their story goes in “The Young and Submissive”
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I was given this in exchange for an honest review.
Raine Kendall was handed a crappy hand in life. Her family had all but abandoned her, leaving her with a bitter old man for a father. As the abuse got worse, she decided that it would be best to leave like he told her too. The night that Hammer found her was the night that she finally felt like she had a place where she belonged. Raine is a feisty, strong fiercely independent woman who wants to find a Dom that she can give her gift of submission to. She thought Hammer was the Dom for her but he has kept her at arm’s length and taken many other subs, one of which she couldn’t understand what he saw in her. The day his sub disrespect Raine was the first time that Hammer showed that he cared for her. That night Raine finally had built up enough courage to go to his room and show him that she’s not the underage frightened teenager he found in the alley behind the club. The sting of rejection hit her hard. The pain and sting of the rejection has her fleeing the club not wanting to stay anymore now that she knows Hammer doesn’t want her. After Liam convinces her to stay, he takes her under his wing and teaches her want she has always craved.
Hammer has wanted Raine since the day he found her but she was underage, lost and alone. He took her in and under his protection. He made sure that no Dom at his club would ever touch her. Hammer wants her more than anything but after what happened to his late wife, he feels like he doesn’t deserve her and that she needs someone better than him. The problem is the Dom and Alpha male in him is craving and demanding that he claim her for himself. She is a young, inexperienced submissive begging to be taken and trained. When Raine sneaks into his private bedroom and in his bed while he is sleeping, he gives into the pleasure she gives him until he realizes that it’s not a dream. This enrages him and he decides to show her what kind of Dom he is and punishes her. When she pushes back things don’t go according to plan and just when he thinks she is going to stick around, his best friend Liam steps in.
Liam has been Hammers best friend for more than a decade. He knows him better than anyone else. He knows the death of Hammer’s wife has left him reeling and in the depth of darkness. Liam comes up with a plan to heal Hammer’s heart and that includes getting Hammer and Raine together as he is sure she can heal his heart. When he finds Hammer and Raine in an intense heated discuss and Raine trying to flee the club he steps in and put his plan into action. He convinces Hammer that he’ll find a way to keep Raine from moving out if the club and he gives Raine the chance to learn how to properly submit to a Dom. After Hammer takes things too far Raine takes Liam up on his offer and ends up under his protection. What Liam didn’t expect was to fall for Raine.
The writing trio of Shayla Black, Jenna Jacob, and Isabella LaPearl was full of hot intense scenes that can make a girl blush. The chemistry between Raine and Hammer and between Raine and Liam is so very different yet undeniable. Raine is confused by the fact that she cares very deeply for two very different men. She tries to show Hammer that she isn’t a child, like he treats her but when she is faced with his willingness to give her what she wants after agreeing to be Liam’s, she shows that she still needs to do some growing up. Liam is more than patient with her and gives her many chances to prove that she can have what she craves, a Dom who will care and protect her. The more time Raine spends with Liam the more she falls for him. Both don’t know how it happened so fast. When Hammer sees what the two share, this leaves him jealous and feeling like an idiot for not taking what was his. This leaves the two best friends at odds. This is the first in the series so we are left wondering what Hammer’s next move will be and how Liam and Raine with deal with the challenges ahead of them. Both men want Raine to be theirs and are willing to do whatever it takes to make her theirs but at what expense. I’m really looking forward to see where their story goes in “The Young and Submissive”
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★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
nicolas perrin
Everyone has their likes and dislikes, things that when reading a book blurb either entice you to one click or send you on continuing the search for your next addict fix. BDSM, dominant, submissive, these words usually have me passing on to the next as it’s very much an area that, while hugely popular in erotica reading, doesn’t do much for me, however I have a couple of authors who I make an exception for.
One is Shayla Black. Some years ago I discovered her ‘Wicked Lovers’ series and enjoyed it – especially Decadent – so even though I knew nothing of the other two authors work I was more than willing to break my normal pattern with ‘One Dom To Love’ for Ms Black, Jenna Jacob and Isabella LaPearl.
So Was It Worth It?
Yes…….
The pace is fast and with drama at every turn, it’s an intense ride that still at times is sweet and funny. Raine is just fabulous – vulnerable and eager to please quiet little mouse but also sassy, smart mouthed, feisty minx with a strong will, you never quite knew which Raine was coming out to play with each turning page and I liked her. She has a loyal streak a mile wide that makes it hard no matter how provoked or poorly treated, to walk away and protect her own emotional wellbeing even when she should and when I’m screaming in my head at her to stab the p***k and leave !! Of course she also loves him………………….. AAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGG!!!
The P***k is Hammer.
When I read the blurb I thought I would adore Hammer but oh I detest (yes, the feels for him were that strong!) the man. I wanted to smother him in his sleep, c*strate him and just plain old fashioned slap the sh*t out of him, the bl**dy idiot. He’s as blind as they come to his own emotions, his shortcomings and his needs, and to Raine’s; by the time he realises this another Player is in the game and he’s managed to alienate her completely.
And so we come to Liam, whose protective instincts for both Hammer and Raine put him in a position where who knows how it will end for friendships, love and HEA. Even when I thought he was being manipulative, sometimes with selfish reasons, sometimes just trying to do right by two people he cared about he stepped up to the mark for her, HUGE and I loved him for that. As his relationship with Raine changed and grew then his actions were for him not for Hammer but hey I wanted the P***k dead by then so I was ok with anything by this point that ended up with Raine happy and in sex satiated bliss with Liam!
The sex was hot as I would expect but maybe not hardcore enough for some in this genre. Hammer was a weak Dom, cruel and indecisive at points. His lack of control in his life and business were not what you would expect from a Dom who runs a BDSM Dungeon for a living and has practised the lifestyle for years. However for me who only likes to dip a toe in this area not jump all in it was an enjoyable read with a triangle that I just know these 3 ladies are going to turn inside out over the concluding two books.
Biggest Questions for me;
Can they change my feelings for Hammer?
Does Beck have any limits? At all?!?
Does Liam have a hidden agenda?
Which Raine will out? Feisty Minx or quiet church mouse???????????????????
Where will this triangle end up and how many casualties will there be?
Personally for me this trio of ladies gave me an enjoyable read that I shall continue to see where this concludes.
One is Shayla Black. Some years ago I discovered her ‘Wicked Lovers’ series and enjoyed it – especially Decadent – so even though I knew nothing of the other two authors work I was more than willing to break my normal pattern with ‘One Dom To Love’ for Ms Black, Jenna Jacob and Isabella LaPearl.
So Was It Worth It?
Yes…….
The pace is fast and with drama at every turn, it’s an intense ride that still at times is sweet and funny. Raine is just fabulous – vulnerable and eager to please quiet little mouse but also sassy, smart mouthed, feisty minx with a strong will, you never quite knew which Raine was coming out to play with each turning page and I liked her. She has a loyal streak a mile wide that makes it hard no matter how provoked or poorly treated, to walk away and protect her own emotional wellbeing even when she should and when I’m screaming in my head at her to stab the p***k and leave !! Of course she also loves him………………….. AAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGG!!!
The P***k is Hammer.
When I read the blurb I thought I would adore Hammer but oh I detest (yes, the feels for him were that strong!) the man. I wanted to smother him in his sleep, c*strate him and just plain old fashioned slap the sh*t out of him, the bl**dy idiot. He’s as blind as they come to his own emotions, his shortcomings and his needs, and to Raine’s; by the time he realises this another Player is in the game and he’s managed to alienate her completely.
And so we come to Liam, whose protective instincts for both Hammer and Raine put him in a position where who knows how it will end for friendships, love and HEA. Even when I thought he was being manipulative, sometimes with selfish reasons, sometimes just trying to do right by two people he cared about he stepped up to the mark for her, HUGE and I loved him for that. As his relationship with Raine changed and grew then his actions were for him not for Hammer but hey I wanted the P***k dead by then so I was ok with anything by this point that ended up with Raine happy and in sex satiated bliss with Liam!
The sex was hot as I would expect but maybe not hardcore enough for some in this genre. Hammer was a weak Dom, cruel and indecisive at points. His lack of control in his life and business were not what you would expect from a Dom who runs a BDSM Dungeon for a living and has practised the lifestyle for years. However for me who only likes to dip a toe in this area not jump all in it was an enjoyable read with a triangle that I just know these 3 ladies are going to turn inside out over the concluding two books.
Biggest Questions for me;
Can they change my feelings for Hammer?
Does Beck have any limits? At all?!?
Does Liam have a hidden agenda?
Which Raine will out? Feisty Minx or quiet church mouse???????????????????
Where will this triangle end up and how many casualties will there be?
Personally for me this trio of ladies gave me an enjoyable read that I shall continue to see where this concludes.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
caroline kent
It is extremely well-written and edited. That is a must for me. It ends with a bit of a cliff hanger and if another book in the serial was never written (which there was but I have not read it yet) I could develop my own imaginary ending and have fun with it that way. Personally I think both Doms are in serious need of some schooling themselves. What happened to safe, sane and consensual and communication and honesty? At the moment I like Macen better than Liam. Macen has issues yes but I see Liam (at this point) is manipulative and self serving.He's too smooth. I do however think they both can offer something to Raine and they would be stronger together as three than 2 (I've seen how well Shayla and Lexi can do menage relationships!) Ironically Beck is my favorite Dom right now. I look forward to seeing him again and hope he gets his own stand alone. I am looking forward to seeing what happens next and does it fit what I want LOL.
I highly recommend both the book(s) and the authors!
I highly recommend both the book(s) and the authors!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
nancy elinich
One Dom to Love is the first in the Doms of her life series. Raine is a young submissive still learning her way and she in love with Hammer who has saved her from the streets. He a typical conflicted Dom who blames himself for something he had no control. His best friend Liam sees that he is in loved with Raine and he chooses to try to help get them together. Liam truly believes he just helping Raine become a better submissive and helping his old friend get out of his own way. Little does Liam know is that Raine is more than he can imagine and finds he drawn to her and all he wants to do is protect her from getting hurt. BDSM is my favorite genre and we all know that these authors can write BDSM like no others. I am torn between the passionate Liam and the stubborn Hammer. You will find yourself going back and forth throughout the entire book and at the end, you are getting whiplash because you just want all three of them to form a ménage and put you out of your misery. I still have hopes for this and I can’t wait to read the next installment of this series. This was a great read and kept your drawn in until from the beginning to the end.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
heather wood
I have truly enjoyed reading the Doms of Her life Series. I have been unable to put my kindle down as I figure out the lives of Hammer, Raine, and Liam. I was worried I would not enjoy the BDSM aspect of these books but man oh man was I wrong. This love triangle has kept me on the edge of my seat for three books and I can not wait for the next book to come into play!
In book 1, One Dom To Love, we meet the characters for the first time. Ranie works for Hammer in a BDSM dungeon after her finds her in a cold dark alley and takes her under his wing. Without fail, Raine falls for Hammer and spend the next 6 years watching him bed every sub but her. Finally, not being able to take it anymore she tries to tell Hammer how she really feels and he turns her away and into the arms of his best friend Liam.
Only time will tell what scenes these three will get themselves into and I can not wait to keep reading and finding out more about their love for one another.
In book 1, One Dom To Love, we meet the characters for the first time. Ranie works for Hammer in a BDSM dungeon after her finds her in a cold dark alley and takes her under his wing. Without fail, Raine falls for Hammer and spend the next 6 years watching him bed every sub but her. Finally, not being able to take it anymore she tries to tell Hammer how she really feels and he turns her away and into the arms of his best friend Liam.
Only time will tell what scenes these three will get themselves into and I can not wait to keep reading and finding out more about their love for one another.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ruben malvaez
One Dom To Love (Doms of Her Life Book 1)
Shayla Black (Author), Jenna Jacob (Author), Isabella LaPearl (Author)
***** 5 STARS *****
Whoa! What a dynamic read.
One Dom to Love took this reader on one hell of a ride that I truly did not see coming.
The development of the three main characters, which are Raine, Macen and Liam, was so well orchestrated and outstandingly written that at times, I can say, I actually felt like I was there. (Bitch slap Macen once or twice)
So, as said, we have:
Raine - A young woman who, with the help of Macen, has risen from the horrific past to blossom into a beautiful woman. Her smart mouth and bratty ways are her defense shields but they tend to get her into trouble more times than not.
Macen - The owner of an exclusive BBSM club "Shadows" He is portrayed as one hell of a Macho Alpha Dom whose nickname is Hammer. (Love/Hate relationship here) He has a dark twisted past that haunts him so his true feeling are kept locked away.
Liam - The sexy kinky Irishman who also happens to be a dominate Dom. He has been staying with Macen at Shadows since his recent divorce. He also happens to be Macen's best friend and he too holds some dark secrets that have yet to surface entirely.
Ok now you know just a little about these three and that's all I'm giving you.............. READ this book.
Get ready for my 5 second recap ....... here we go....................We have Raine who has loved Macen for years yet it seems he ignores her and then we have Macen who loves her but won't let her know his feelings and then we have Liam (Wolf in sheep's skin) who is somewhat caught in the middle of this who mess. We have Macen who steps over the line, like way over the line and Liam charging in to save the day. Add in a touch of way too much testosterone and bad ass and to top it all off Raine does a oh so bad NO-NO that she cannot undo.........(Out of breath here).
SO if you like drama - Yep there is plenty to go around...AND if you like HOT Alpha Males yep you definitely get that too....NOW add in the BDSM atmosphere and you have one hot sizzling read on your hands. READ this book. You will love it!
There is one part I laughed so hard on that I almost peed my panties. From Chapter 3 and it goes somewhat like this: there is this intense scene that plays out after Raine has awaken Macen with her mouth and the outcome is not as she had hoped. "Fine I'll count" - One, two I don't belong to you! Three four, Go f*** your little whore. Five, six. Oh. look who's got a hard dick. Seven, eight. If you want me, a-hole, guess what" It's too late." ...............Yep just one of the many awesome parts of this story.
FAIR WARNING HERE - this is part one of the series and DOES end in a doozie of a cliffhanger. Normally I detest cliffhangers but in this case not at all. This is a complex story line and one that I feel could not be told in just one sitting. The next book in the series is: The Young and the Submissive (Doms of Her Life Book 2) which I hope to read in the next week or two and review then. GREAT JOB!
Shayla Black (Author), Jenna Jacob (Author), Isabella LaPearl (Author)
***** 5 STARS *****
Whoa! What a dynamic read.
One Dom to Love took this reader on one hell of a ride that I truly did not see coming.
The development of the three main characters, which are Raine, Macen and Liam, was so well orchestrated and outstandingly written that at times, I can say, I actually felt like I was there. (Bitch slap Macen once or twice)
So, as said, we have:
Raine - A young woman who, with the help of Macen, has risen from the horrific past to blossom into a beautiful woman. Her smart mouth and bratty ways are her defense shields but they tend to get her into trouble more times than not.
Macen - The owner of an exclusive BBSM club "Shadows" He is portrayed as one hell of a Macho Alpha Dom whose nickname is Hammer. (Love/Hate relationship here) He has a dark twisted past that haunts him so his true feeling are kept locked away.
Liam - The sexy kinky Irishman who also happens to be a dominate Dom. He has been staying with Macen at Shadows since his recent divorce. He also happens to be Macen's best friend and he too holds some dark secrets that have yet to surface entirely.
Ok now you know just a little about these three and that's all I'm giving you.............. READ this book.
Get ready for my 5 second recap ....... here we go....................We have Raine who has loved Macen for years yet it seems he ignores her and then we have Macen who loves her but won't let her know his feelings and then we have Liam (Wolf in sheep's skin) who is somewhat caught in the middle of this who mess. We have Macen who steps over the line, like way over the line and Liam charging in to save the day. Add in a touch of way too much testosterone and bad ass and to top it all off Raine does a oh so bad NO-NO that she cannot undo.........(Out of breath here).
SO if you like drama - Yep there is plenty to go around...AND if you like HOT Alpha Males yep you definitely get that too....NOW add in the BDSM atmosphere and you have one hot sizzling read on your hands. READ this book. You will love it!
There is one part I laughed so hard on that I almost peed my panties. From Chapter 3 and it goes somewhat like this: there is this intense scene that plays out after Raine has awaken Macen with her mouth and the outcome is not as she had hoped. "Fine I'll count" - One, two I don't belong to you! Three four, Go f*** your little whore. Five, six. Oh. look who's got a hard dick. Seven, eight. If you want me, a-hole, guess what" It's too late." ...............Yep just one of the many awesome parts of this story.
FAIR WARNING HERE - this is part one of the series and DOES end in a doozie of a cliffhanger. Normally I detest cliffhangers but in this case not at all. This is a complex story line and one that I feel could not be told in just one sitting. The next book in the series is: The Young and the Submissive (Doms of Her Life Book 2) which I hope to read in the next week or two and review then. GREAT JOB!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
matt giddings
What a roller coaster of emotions.
I started with the prequel, learning about Raine, how she ended up at Hammers Club, I have to admit his behavior and actions were very puzzling.
Everyone could see how Rained felt about him, even Macen (Hammer) could see it, she was a sweet girl with plenty of love to give along with lots of sass.
I liked Hammers friend Liam, it seems there is more to him then we've seen so far.
We join One Dom to Love where the prequel ended, with Liam going to Macen's club in Los Angeles.
Liam could see how much Macen felt for the raven haired beauty that is Raine.
It became apparent, that Liam begins to have feelings for Raine too, and as his friend is probably the only one who will tell him the truth, Macen doesn't want to hear.
I felt Raine was a bot of a pawn between the two men and after seeing Macy with another sub, it pushes her to make a final stand to get her man, and tried she did. He was quite barbaric with dishing out her punishment, at the hands of the biggest pan giver Beck.
Liam disagrees with the choice of punishment, and gives Raine a way out, but she is a proud tough stubborn lady and will not give anyone the satisfaction of breaking her.
I loved how gentle Liam was after Raine realised she was only going to be hurting for longer, with the punishment. She took Liam's way out.
The cracks in Liam and Macen's friendship started to appear , especially after Raine goes to Macen once more.
I must admit the bedroom scenes were smoking hot, definitely panty melting and although she was wrong, it was a night of unbridled passion and even after Liam finding Macen and Raine together he is a very patient man - although not without a temper.
I was torn between the two Doms, wanting them both to succeed to win Raines heart, and after learning all their stories they all have been keeping secrets.
Is Liam goading Macen, yes he is. Is Liam the better man, so far he has proved that he is.
The rest of their story is going to be very intriguing.
I started with the prequel, learning about Raine, how she ended up at Hammers Club, I have to admit his behavior and actions were very puzzling.
Everyone could see how Rained felt about him, even Macen (Hammer) could see it, she was a sweet girl with plenty of love to give along with lots of sass.
I liked Hammers friend Liam, it seems there is more to him then we've seen so far.
We join One Dom to Love where the prequel ended, with Liam going to Macen's club in Los Angeles.
Liam could see how much Macen felt for the raven haired beauty that is Raine.
It became apparent, that Liam begins to have feelings for Raine too, and as his friend is probably the only one who will tell him the truth, Macen doesn't want to hear.
I felt Raine was a bot of a pawn between the two men and after seeing Macy with another sub, it pushes her to make a final stand to get her man, and tried she did. He was quite barbaric with dishing out her punishment, at the hands of the biggest pan giver Beck.
Liam disagrees with the choice of punishment, and gives Raine a way out, but she is a proud tough stubborn lady and will not give anyone the satisfaction of breaking her.
I loved how gentle Liam was after Raine realised she was only going to be hurting for longer, with the punishment. She took Liam's way out.
The cracks in Liam and Macen's friendship started to appear , especially after Raine goes to Macen once more.
I must admit the bedroom scenes were smoking hot, definitely panty melting and although she was wrong, it was a night of unbridled passion and even after Liam finding Macen and Raine together he is a very patient man - although not without a temper.
I was torn between the two Doms, wanting them both to succeed to win Raines heart, and after learning all their stories they all have been keeping secrets.
Is Liam goading Macen, yes he is. Is Liam the better man, so far he has proved that he is.
The rest of their story is going to be very intriguing.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
damon riley
What do you get with a young runaway, Raine Kendall, and Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) the man who finds her and takes her in? Six years of unrequited love and waiting….until his best friend comes into the picture to shake things up. This book has you hooked from the first chapter as the reader falls into the beginnings of Raine and Hammer’s story as this is a four part series.
Raine leaves home, at the age of seventeen, after dealing with an abusive father and comes to live with Hammer who is dealing with his own inner demons from his past. Enter Liam, who not only shares a common past with Hammer, decides to come up with a scheme to force Hammer to act on his feelings for Raine. Will it be enough to get Hammer to come to his senses and admit his feelings or will it drive a wedge between them? This is the compelling story of a love triangle filled with pleasure and pain that will make you yearn to read the next book in the series.
Raine leaves home, at the age of seventeen, after dealing with an abusive father and comes to live with Hammer who is dealing with his own inner demons from his past. Enter Liam, who not only shares a common past with Hammer, decides to come up with a scheme to force Hammer to act on his feelings for Raine. Will it be enough to get Hammer to come to his senses and admit his feelings or will it drive a wedge between them? This is the compelling story of a love triangle filled with pleasure and pain that will make you yearn to read the next book in the series.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
valeri
I absolutely love a Shayla Black story. It's what drew me to this trilogy. Add in Jenna Jacob and Isabella LaPearl and this story should not be missed! They can take the most frustrating men who make you want to choke your kindle and the sweetest (and maybe a little naive) of heroines and create the most heart wrenching story. The whole time I read this book, I felt for Raine because all she really wants is to belong to and be loved by one man. Unfortunately that man, Hammer, is emotionally unavailable because of a past he refuses to let go of, even though he yearns for her. Enter Liam, Hammer's best friend, who knows about his past and has shared women with him before. Liam just wants Hammer to move on and be happy so he concocts this crazy idea that he train Raine in submission so that Hammer will see the error of his mistake and they'll be all happy together. (Because that always works, right?) This idea doesn't even really start before it begins to backfire because Liam develops feelings for Raine that are more than lend-a-hand, playing matchmaker friendly.
While this book is part of a series and leaves you with a cliffhanger, it's so worth it to start this series! I can't wait to start the next book to see if the characters start to find ways to fix what was broken by the end of the first book or if they'll fix what was broken by the end of the story.
While this book is part of a series and leaves you with a cliffhanger, it's so worth it to start this series! I can't wait to start the next book to see if the characters start to find ways to fix what was broken by the end of the first book or if they'll fix what was broken by the end of the story.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
kevin tumlinson
What happens when two Doms fall for the same woman, things will get interesting. Raine is a runaway that Hammer found behind his club and took her in and protected her. Raine is thankful for Hammer and fell in love with him but Hammer could never give Raine what she wants or deserve. Liam is Hammer's best friend and sees how much Raine loves Hammer and comes up with a plan to make Hammer finally see what is in front of him, but Liam never counted on fallen for Raine too. Hammer finally realizes he wants Raine but Liam claimed her. I couldn't stop reading this book. I love Raine, Liam and even Hammer but hated how he was with Raine even though I know the reason why he is the way he is with her. I love Liam & Raine together, there connection was fast but, I can't wait to see how they will be now that Liam has claimed her but Hammer won't go down without a fight. It just got interesting. Can't wait to read book 2 too see what happens next
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
rosa
Macen Hammerman is the owner and Alpha Dom of the private BDSM club called Shadows. Everyone calls him Hammer. His wife, Juliet died and he blames himself and he pours himself into this club and women! His best friend, Liam has come to town to help him after his divorce. These two have been through a lot together. They even shared Juliet, so Liam knows how Hammer is constantly beating himself up about her death and can't move on. Upon arriving, Liam sees that Hammer is even more messed up than he thought and he truly wants to fix that. With Raine.
Raine left home when she was young. It seems everyone always left her, so she decided to leave. Hammer found her in an alley behind his place and rescued her before a pimp or drug dealer got a hold of her. He has watched her blossom into a beautiful woman and has dared anyone in the club to even act on their attraction to her. He would love to have her himself, but he's scared he would kill her as he believes he did Juliet. He wants more than just a sub, he needs a slave. WHAT?! Every time Hammer is with a woman the dagger just goes deeper in Raine's heart. She loves him and has tried to seduce him but he flat out turns her down!
Liam devises a plan to make Raine his sub, teach her how to be a sub and hopefully that'll shake Hammer up enough that he'll realize how much he loves Raine and will finally move on from Juliet's death. WOW, I never saw what happened coming!! How could a well intended plan to help Hammer go so wrong!
I loved this book but oh my gosh, Hammer is the most frustrating man!! He had me yelling at my kindle so much! Loved the whole story line and how it kept me on the edge of my seat! It only took me a day to read this, I was so captivated!! I felt bad for Raine, but also thought she did some really dumb things and was very gullible. Liam ticked me off as well! I look forward to reading book 2! Hopefully each of them can get their act together!!
Raine left home when she was young. It seems everyone always left her, so she decided to leave. Hammer found her in an alley behind his place and rescued her before a pimp or drug dealer got a hold of her. He has watched her blossom into a beautiful woman and has dared anyone in the club to even act on their attraction to her. He would love to have her himself, but he's scared he would kill her as he believes he did Juliet. He wants more than just a sub, he needs a slave. WHAT?! Every time Hammer is with a woman the dagger just goes deeper in Raine's heart. She loves him and has tried to seduce him but he flat out turns her down!
Liam devises a plan to make Raine his sub, teach her how to be a sub and hopefully that'll shake Hammer up enough that he'll realize how much he loves Raine and will finally move on from Juliet's death. WOW, I never saw what happened coming!! How could a well intended plan to help Hammer go so wrong!
I loved this book but oh my gosh, Hammer is the most frustrating man!! He had me yelling at my kindle so much! Loved the whole story line and how it kept me on the edge of my seat! It only took me a day to read this, I was so captivated!! I felt bad for Raine, but also thought she did some really dumb things and was very gullible. Liam ticked me off as well! I look forward to reading book 2! Hopefully each of them can get their act together!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
alarra
I have to be honest this is one of the best BDSM novels i have read in a good while. Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss since the day he took her in but for Macen Hammerman she was off limits till she grew up some and went to college and do all the things she deserves to do.In comes one of Macen best friends Dom Liam O’Neill he thinks he is helping the two buy pushing them together but we have a problem Dom Liam starts having feeling for Raine also.This Story is so amazingly told you don't want to miss a second of the story all of this series is a must have for your library .Raine knows she is in love but does he feel the same way? How can she be starting to have feelings for another Dom and be in love with Hammer but he is giving her the domination she is needing. Is it possible to be falling in love with Dom Liam while still in love with Hammer she is so confused should she just run away so everything can get back to normal for both men. Can the men come to a agreement for what is best for Raine and build their friendship back to what it once was ? After all everyone thought they had Raines best interest at heart but what they failed to do was ask Raine now she feels she is tearing everyone apart she feels so lost right now .Ok thats all i am going to give away as you can tell this is a story i fell in love with so you will have to buy it get all the juicy details and trust me there is tons of those. I am doing my best not to give too much away here this is a must own series for your library . Its so amazingly well written and a extremely hot steamy page turner.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
katie davis
5 EROTIC STARS
I fell in love with Jenna Jacobs' work when I read her Doms of Genesis series so reading any work she's connected with is an absolute treat. One Dom to Love was definitely up there as a love story I won't forget. I was left with wanting more and needing to know what happens next for Hammer, Liam and of course sweet, sassy and loving Raine.
This story was very erotic as it give us a story of sweet Raine living at Shadows after being protected and cared for by the BDSM club owner, Hammer. His best friend Liam sees the affections Raine and Hammer feel for each other and tries to step in to get them to finally connect but his intentions, though well intended, went in a different direction when he finds himself falling for Raine.
The passion and sensual scenes between these characters were palpable and very steamy. These authors did an amazing job bringing these characters and this story to life. Not too dramatic with it's plot and focusing on the character development and the interaction between each of them. My heart ached for Raine and the rejection she went through as well as the pain Hammer suffered when Liam stepped in to a role he refused to do. They were both in so much pain and the story is written so well that I, as the reader, felt it. Liam was the sweetest and most caring to do what he did to help Raine and to try to help his friend. He really had a big heart and put it on the line when he begins falling for Raine.
This was a great love triangle that I couldn't get enough of.
I fell in love with Jenna Jacobs' work when I read her Doms of Genesis series so reading any work she's connected with is an absolute treat. One Dom to Love was definitely up there as a love story I won't forget. I was left with wanting more and needing to know what happens next for Hammer, Liam and of course sweet, sassy and loving Raine.
This story was very erotic as it give us a story of sweet Raine living at Shadows after being protected and cared for by the BDSM club owner, Hammer. His best friend Liam sees the affections Raine and Hammer feel for each other and tries to step in to get them to finally connect but his intentions, though well intended, went in a different direction when he finds himself falling for Raine.
The passion and sensual scenes between these characters were palpable and very steamy. These authors did an amazing job bringing these characters and this story to life. Not too dramatic with it's plot and focusing on the character development and the interaction between each of them. My heart ached for Raine and the rejection she went through as well as the pain Hammer suffered when Liam stepped in to a role he refused to do. They were both in so much pain and the story is written so well that I, as the reader, felt it. Liam was the sweetest and most caring to do what he did to help Raine and to try to help his friend. He really had a big heart and put it on the line when he begins falling for Raine.
This was a great love triangle that I couldn't get enough of.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
caty koehl
We start off the story with our leading lady getting her heart broken. Who broke Raine Kendall's heart? Why? Not even at the end of the first chapter and I am in tears for Raine. The words the authors used make me feel like I am her and I am the one going through her pain. Who are Hammer and Liam? Where are they from? Who are they? What is Raine to them? If anything? What does Liam learn within minutes of his arrival at Shadows? What is Shadows? Watching Liam as he approaches Raine with a proposition is intriguing, it makes me smile, watching how his words play like a well tuned violin. When Raine decides she's going to take things into her own hands and do what Hammer refuses to do, what happens? What happened when Raine and Hammer get into a shouting match? What does Hammer realize that both Raine and Liam see? After saying the wrong things, and doing the wrong things, what happens? Who is Beck? After an issue arises with Beck, what things happen? As Liam works to get to the core of who Raine is and what happened to her when she was a child, it is interesting to watch. Parts of this book had me tense as all get out, others had me furious, and even others had me wishing I had my own Liam. I'm not going to say anything more about this book, because if I do, it will be a chapter in and of itself. It is definitely a must read. I look forward to reading the next two books in line.
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RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
selma
When I first read this book, I hated Hammer. To me he was abusive to Raine and I could easily see her ending up with Liam. That being said, I"ve read it a couple more times since the first time and I can see more into Hammer now and can see what he's trying to do, which is save Raine from himself. He just needs a kick in the balls by someone and that turns out to be Liam. As much as I dislike cliffhangers, I keep reading and found I enjoy it. As I'm writing this review, I have already read the second and third installments of the series and am waiting for the 4th book but I can honestly say this first book just sucked me in and refused to let go. It's hard to make a ménage work and these three are about to find that out! Get the book, grab something to drink and curl up where ever you do your reading because you won't be putting this book down until you're finished.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
isaac freeman
All Raine has wanted is to be loved. She hoped that would happen with her boss. He saved her life and gave her a new outlook on life and gave her life purpose. But he never treated her or acted like she was anything more than a little sister.
Hammer knows that Raine could never give him what he needs. His wants are too dark for her. She may be submissive but she's not a slave.
When Raine decides to make a move to show Hammer she can give him anything she is crushed by his rejection and hurt that he demands punishment. But she's made the decision that she needs to leave. She can't be around him any longer, it hurts too much.
But at the last minute she's given an opportunity from Liam, Hammers, best friend. She just needs to agree to be trained by him. He will do everything she can to make her shine and give her what she so desperately needs.
But things aren't always as easy as they seem. He decision comes with consequences and she faced with them almost immediately.
When she leaves with Liam will she be able to put Hammer in the past and move on with Liam? Will Hammer fight to get her back? Will Liam break down Raines walls and will she let him in?
Just when you think you know what will happen something else does instead and I love that Shayla is able to do that. And I love these characters, they are so well developed and the ending leaves you wanting more.
Hammer knows that Raine could never give him what he needs. His wants are too dark for her. She may be submissive but she's not a slave.
When Raine decides to make a move to show Hammer she can give him anything she is crushed by his rejection and hurt that he demands punishment. But she's made the decision that she needs to leave. She can't be around him any longer, it hurts too much.
But at the last minute she's given an opportunity from Liam, Hammers, best friend. She just needs to agree to be trained by him. He will do everything she can to make her shine and give her what she so desperately needs.
But things aren't always as easy as they seem. He decision comes with consequences and she faced with them almost immediately.
When she leaves with Liam will she be able to put Hammer in the past and move on with Liam? Will Hammer fight to get her back? Will Liam break down Raines walls and will she let him in?
Just when you think you know what will happen something else does instead and I love that Shayla is able to do that. And I love these characters, they are so well developed and the ending leaves you wanting more.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
dawn mortazavi
Absolutely loved this first book of the series and can't wait for the rest. Just as the name suggests, it is like a soap opera. Macen and Raine have both loved each other from afar, but never given into the temptation. Raine finally decides she is going to lay it on the line and is rejected. Macen has had things happen in his past and he doesn't think he's good enough for Raine. He pushes her away when that's the last thing he wants to do. Macen's friend Liam comes in to help Macen see the light that Raine is what he needs, but he quickly falls for her as well.
I loved this love triangle. Raine is perhaps a little naive as far as Macen goes, but I loved all of these characters and how they played off of each other. It's definitely a great start to a hot love triangle which could be so much more!
I loved this love triangle. Raine is perhaps a little naive as far as Macen goes, but I loved all of these characters and how they played off of each other. It's definitely a great start to a hot love triangle which could be so much more!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
eman dahma
Raine Kendall is a sweet young woman who is in love with Macen Hammerman, who is the owner and head DOM at a BDSM Club called Shadows. Macen rescued her from having a life on the streets. He gave her a roof over head, food, a job and always protected her from anyone who would hurt her even himself. But since he won't show any interest in her, he also had made sure no one else at Shadows would ever touch her. Raine is submissive by nature and needs a strong DOM to show her the way. But she is also very quick to mouth off, and lose her cool. She wants Macen to be that DOM but when you offer yourself to a man and he is constantly ignoring you, is it really worth putting forth the effort anymore?
Macen has a past and he thinks he is protecting Raine from ending up hurt and miserable. He loves her with all his heart but because of things that has happened in his past, he refuses to see that pretending not to have any interest in her is hurting her more than he ever could by letting her into his life and be the woman he wants and needs. Living in the past isn't good and trying to find relief in the bottom of a bottle doesn't help either.
Liam O'Neill is Macen's best friend. They have been through good and bad with each other but Liam has decided to do something about Macen and Raine. Why not think of a plan to show Macen what he is missing out on with Raine. Liam is a sexy irishman who could have any girl but he decides to help Raine show Macen that she is the girl for him. Sounds good on paper but Life has a way of messing up the best laid plans.
I really loved Macen in the beginning of the story. Strong, handsome man who is a Dom but the more and more I kept reading, the more certain words came to mind about Macen. He needs a harsh wake up call. Here he has a beautiful woman who has grown up right before his eyes and Raine has not kept it a secret that she loves him but since Macen has something bad in his past that he won't even take the chance on love again. The old saying "you snooze, you lose". Well Macen is going to wake up and everything he values will be gone. There were parts where I felt sorry for him. Living in the past isn't a place to live and neither is the bottom of the bottle. Neither solves anything. Just creates more problems.
Now I could easily fall for Liam. An irish accent and so unbelievable handsome, and single to boot, sign me up! He wants to help Raine get Macen's attention but things don't always work out the way we plan. Raine has a predictament and the way she handled situations is the way a woman confused and in love would handle things. There is humor all through the book so while I was laughing, I was also almost crying. There where times I literally wanted to strangle Macen and Liam! Couple times almost threw my tablet down but couldn't because I needed to know what happened.
This book was a page turner and I was turning pages and pages and it was getting so good and I turned the page and it was done. Talk about being upset, I wanted more! I need more!! I need to know what happened. I can't get enough of these characters. I stayed up way late because I just could put it down and then if I did go to sleep, the first thing I did in the morning was start reading again. Buy this book and you will not be disappointed!! Such wonderful writing, beautiful characters who are real and seem to jump off the pages right at me. This drew me in from page one all the way through till the end.
Macen has a past and he thinks he is protecting Raine from ending up hurt and miserable. He loves her with all his heart but because of things that has happened in his past, he refuses to see that pretending not to have any interest in her is hurting her more than he ever could by letting her into his life and be the woman he wants and needs. Living in the past isn't good and trying to find relief in the bottom of a bottle doesn't help either.
Liam O'Neill is Macen's best friend. They have been through good and bad with each other but Liam has decided to do something about Macen and Raine. Why not think of a plan to show Macen what he is missing out on with Raine. Liam is a sexy irishman who could have any girl but he decides to help Raine show Macen that she is the girl for him. Sounds good on paper but Life has a way of messing up the best laid plans.
I really loved Macen in the beginning of the story. Strong, handsome man who is a Dom but the more and more I kept reading, the more certain words came to mind about Macen. He needs a harsh wake up call. Here he has a beautiful woman who has grown up right before his eyes and Raine has not kept it a secret that she loves him but since Macen has something bad in his past that he won't even take the chance on love again. The old saying "you snooze, you lose". Well Macen is going to wake up and everything he values will be gone. There were parts where I felt sorry for him. Living in the past isn't a place to live and neither is the bottom of the bottle. Neither solves anything. Just creates more problems.
Now I could easily fall for Liam. An irish accent and so unbelievable handsome, and single to boot, sign me up! He wants to help Raine get Macen's attention but things don't always work out the way we plan. Raine has a predictament and the way she handled situations is the way a woman confused and in love would handle things. There is humor all through the book so while I was laughing, I was also almost crying. There where times I literally wanted to strangle Macen and Liam! Couple times almost threw my tablet down but couldn't because I needed to know what happened.
This book was a page turner and I was turning pages and pages and it was getting so good and I turned the page and it was done. Talk about being upset, I wanted more! I need more!! I need to know what happened. I can't get enough of these characters. I stayed up way late because I just could put it down and then if I did go to sleep, the first thing I did in the morning was start reading again. Buy this book and you will not be disappointed!! Such wonderful writing, beautiful characters who are real and seem to jump off the pages right at me. This drew me in from page one all the way through till the end.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
edgar
★✩★✩★ 5- Holy Hott Drama -Stars ★✩★✩★
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
“I'm just so g****** tired of being ignored. Every freaking day, I'm here. You see me, but you don't see me. Why? Am I not obedient enough? Pretty enough? Smart or cultured enough? Or is it because I'm not a carbon copy of one of your plastic whores?”
Six years ago, when Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) took in an almost eighteen year old runaway sleeping in the alley behind his underground BDSM club, he never could have expected the effect she would have on his life. All these years later he has grown to love her but refuses to act on it-Hammer has some pretty serious demons in his past that won't allow him to let her in, knowing he would only hurt her in the end.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss, the man who took her in off the streets, for years. Tired of being ignored and looked over for the many women who have crossed into his bedroom, she finally lays all her heart on the line, offering herself to him completely... and he rejects her-in the cruelest way possible. Finally pushed past her limits on how much pain her heart can take, she decides to pack it in and just leave, or so she thought...
Liam O’Neill has been best friends with Hammer for years, he can see how much he loves Raine and doesn't understand why he insists on punishing himself by not claiming the one woman he wants. He also see the damage being inflicted on Raine by Hammer's constant rejection-he won't claim her for himself, yet he won't allow another Dom to claim her either. So he puts a plan in motion; he offers Raine the opportunity to be trained as a submissive by him, knowing the blinding rage Hammer will inevitably feel will force the other Dom to act. What he wasn't prepared for was developing feelings for Raine himself. Now he is faced with turning her over to Hammer when the time comes, or fighting to keep her for himself.
He kissed like a god. With one seductive whisper he could distract her utterly. One touch, and she felt her defenses crumbling. But those lips could capture her soul. Yes, she loved Hammer, but... Liam set her on fire.
Where do I even start with this book? First off-I think the fact that the books in this series are being named after Soap Operas was bloody brilliant and totally fitting. Can you say drama? This story is loaded with it; non-stop, over-the-top, scream my head off, cry my eyes out -drama. I have never met a more stubborn character than Hammer, even Raine, Liam to a degree, and the drama just keeps on blowing up around them-from start to finish-it was freakin exhausting and I loved every flippin minute of it. Plus the sex?! HottHottHott!! Like melt my kindle, my hubby loves you, hott-as-heck steam-and a lot of it. With a story that moves at break-neck speed and just doesn't let up, steam that will leave you in a lust-induced haze, a fantastic group of characters (some that will surprise you-like Beck), and enough drama, tears, and screams, to last you all year-this book was freakin impossible to put down. And then I got to the end-the mother of all screamfests-a freakin cliffy that will blow your head off and leave you hanging on the edge. Luckily, the next book is already out, and I cannot wait to get my greedy little hands on it, so my urge to commit murder is at a minimum. What I can tell you is these fab authors grabbed my short attention span and sanity by the nails and with that ending they still have it-I am DYING to see what they bring us next.
“Everyone else is a way to pass the time. You, he takes care of. He watches over. He guides. He loves. Don't let him bull**** you into believing different. But I honestly didn't see Liam O'Neill coming. That man has a serious hard-on for you. I wanted to see if Hammer would save you from me. But I think it will be much more fun to see if he fights Liam for you instead.”
Happy Reading xo Jenn @ BookwormBetties
~this review may contain minor spoilers~
“I'm just so g****** tired of being ignored. Every freaking day, I'm here. You see me, but you don't see me. Why? Am I not obedient enough? Pretty enough? Smart or cultured enough? Or is it because I'm not a carbon copy of one of your plastic whores?”
Six years ago, when Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) took in an almost eighteen year old runaway sleeping in the alley behind his underground BDSM club, he never could have expected the effect she would have on his life. All these years later he has grown to love her but refuses to act on it-Hammer has some pretty serious demons in his past that won't allow him to let her in, knowing he would only hurt her in the end.
Raine Kendall has been in love with her boss, the man who took her in off the streets, for years. Tired of being ignored and looked over for the many women who have crossed into his bedroom, she finally lays all her heart on the line, offering herself to him completely... and he rejects her-in the cruelest way possible. Finally pushed past her limits on how much pain her heart can take, she decides to pack it in and just leave, or so she thought...
Liam O’Neill has been best friends with Hammer for years, he can see how much he loves Raine and doesn't understand why he insists on punishing himself by not claiming the one woman he wants. He also see the damage being inflicted on Raine by Hammer's constant rejection-he won't claim her for himself, yet he won't allow another Dom to claim her either. So he puts a plan in motion; he offers Raine the opportunity to be trained as a submissive by him, knowing the blinding rage Hammer will inevitably feel will force the other Dom to act. What he wasn't prepared for was developing feelings for Raine himself. Now he is faced with turning her over to Hammer when the time comes, or fighting to keep her for himself.
He kissed like a god. With one seductive whisper he could distract her utterly. One touch, and she felt her defenses crumbling. But those lips could capture her soul. Yes, she loved Hammer, but... Liam set her on fire.
Where do I even start with this book? First off-I think the fact that the books in this series are being named after Soap Operas was bloody brilliant and totally fitting. Can you say drama? This story is loaded with it; non-stop, over-the-top, scream my head off, cry my eyes out -drama. I have never met a more stubborn character than Hammer, even Raine, Liam to a degree, and the drama just keeps on blowing up around them-from start to finish-it was freakin exhausting and I loved every flippin minute of it. Plus the sex?! HottHottHott!! Like melt my kindle, my hubby loves you, hott-as-heck steam-and a lot of it. With a story that moves at break-neck speed and just doesn't let up, steam that will leave you in a lust-induced haze, a fantastic group of characters (some that will surprise you-like Beck), and enough drama, tears, and screams, to last you all year-this book was freakin impossible to put down. And then I got to the end-the mother of all screamfests-a freakin cliffy that will blow your head off and leave you hanging on the edge. Luckily, the next book is already out, and I cannot wait to get my greedy little hands on it, so my urge to commit murder is at a minimum. What I can tell you is these fab authors grabbed my short attention span and sanity by the nails and with that ending they still have it-I am DYING to see what they bring us next.
“Everyone else is a way to pass the time. You, he takes care of. He watches over. He guides. He loves. Don't let him bull**** you into believing different. But I honestly didn't see Liam O'Neill coming. That man has a serious hard-on for you. I wanted to see if Hammer would save you from me. But I think it will be much more fun to see if he fights Liam for you instead.”
Happy Reading xo Jenn @ BookwormBetties
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
antonieta
One Dom to Love is HOT, EMOTIONAL, and one of the best books I’ve read to date! The book ends with a cliffhanger, so be prepared to buy the next book immediately. You will not want to wait. Consider it a necessity, if you must.
Raine has been in love with Hammer, ever since he took her off the streets. Hammer has provided for Raine and given her everything she needs….except himself and it’s not because he doesn’t love Raine, because he does, but he doesn’t want to hurt her and being with him will only bring her pain. Hammer has very specific needs and he doesn’t believe Raine can give into him. He refuses to let Raine try and uses other submissive’s to give him what he needs. When one of Hammer’s best friend’s comes down for a visit, Hammer’s world as he knows it will change.
Liam knows Hammer has feelings for the girl and plans to give him a little push, by taking an interest in Raine himself. But once he’s with Raine, his feelings for the fiery submissive become more pronounced and he refuses to let Hammer have her. Drama and hot sex ensues as Raine tries to overcome her feelings for Hammer and submit to Liam…only problem, Hammer refuses to be ignored!
Raine has been in love with Hammer, ever since he took her off the streets. Hammer has provided for Raine and given her everything she needs….except himself and it’s not because he doesn’t love Raine, because he does, but he doesn’t want to hurt her and being with him will only bring her pain. Hammer has very specific needs and he doesn’t believe Raine can give into him. He refuses to let Raine try and uses other submissive’s to give him what he needs. When one of Hammer’s best friend’s comes down for a visit, Hammer’s world as he knows it will change.
Liam knows Hammer has feelings for the girl and plans to give him a little push, by taking an interest in Raine himself. But once he’s with Raine, his feelings for the fiery submissive become more pronounced and he refuses to let Hammer have her. Drama and hot sex ensues as Raine tries to overcome her feelings for Hammer and submit to Liam…only problem, Hammer refuses to be ignored!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
logan lo
This was a great book and l look forward to reading books 2, 3, and 4. Raine has been in love with Macen for the last 7 years but can't understand why he can't love her back. She wants to be a submissive to his Dom but he won't allow that. Enter Liam, Macen's best friend. Liam starts out trying to get his friend to realize that Raine is what he really needs in his life and that Raine would make a great submissive for Macen. However, Liam didn't realize that he himself would fall for Raine while trying to make Macen jealous so that he would realize his fellings for Raine. This is a great story with some mystery as to each of the character's past. And the sex is HOT!!! I can't wait to continue reading the stories and seeing what's in store for each character!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
becky finfrock
This was a pretty good menage read that I listened to on audio. Raine's been in love with Macen Hammerman her boss for years and while he lusts after her, he feels it's his duty to reject her. Instead he flaunts his other lovers in front of her, takes advantage of her constant submissive gestures to him. Liam who is Hammer's bestfriend takes over and helps Raine he loves her. When Raine leaves him Hammer realizes what he had. The night of the punishment goes horribly wrong and somewhere along the way Liam claims Raine as his sub in training and man does he claim her. Liam makes Raine his. Hammer loses it when this happens. Destroying an area in his club, Raine hears something and out of the bed she's sharing with Liam to see what's going on. Of course an insanely drunken Hammer confesses his love to Raine and they share a night together that is hot. Liam finds Raine and decides to take her away, which promptly sends Hammer into yet another downward spiral. This was a really good book the sex scenes were hot as hell and I enjoyed listening to it. This was my first time reading or listening to two of the authors but Shayla I have read and listened to a lot of her books and they are always hot and well written like this book was. I am looking forward to reading or listening to the next book in this series.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
bei en
What happens when you love someone so much it hurts? Raine was this person who loved Macen so much not only for taking care of her in the worst time of her life but also because there was something about himself that she saw and loved. Raine was a little "wet" behind the ears with a lot of things but not be choice. She wanted a life other than friendship or big brother, protection love that Macen gave to her.
Macen is a good person, if he could only see it. He has things in his past that will destroy the future that he could potentially have with Raine. He has feelings for her but never acted on them until he loses her to his best friend, Liam.
i don't know where the relationship is going to go. I love Macen and Liam but I think Raine's heart is with Macen and Liam knows it. I can see why they both love her. She's innocent and doesn't see the world and people as others do. She a submissive in her own way and it seems appealing to both of them. The question that I have and will have to wait and see is who will she chose and why? My vote is Macen but I do love and hope that if he's not chosen, Liam wil be able to get over the hurt that he will once again have to go through or maybe they will share her????
I can't wait for the next book to see how all of this plays out.
Macen is a good person, if he could only see it. He has things in his past that will destroy the future that he could potentially have with Raine. He has feelings for her but never acted on them until he loses her to his best friend, Liam.
i don't know where the relationship is going to go. I love Macen and Liam but I think Raine's heart is with Macen and Liam knows it. I can see why they both love her. She's innocent and doesn't see the world and people as others do. She a submissive in her own way and it seems appealing to both of them. The question that I have and will have to wait and see is who will she chose and why? My vote is Macen but I do love and hope that if he's not chosen, Liam wil be able to get over the hurt that he will once again have to go through or maybe they will share her????
I can't wait for the next book to see how all of this plays out.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
hubs
This truly deserves 5 stars! How can Raine let Macen know that she loves him and wants him to not treat her with kid gloves? She wants to be his submissive and wants to learn more about the lifestyle. The only problem .... Macen won't teach her and treats her with kid gloves and has since he rescued her from the alley behind his clove. Yes he had done the correct thing at the time because she was a child. He encouraged her to get her education.... he even paid for it. He won't let anyone else train her but they can all see that she loves him and that he loves her...but won't do anything about it. Raine has had enough and wants to get Macen's attention. After taking things in her own hands literally and having the plan blow up in her face, Macen's best friend Liam steps in and takes her into his room, talks to her, comes up with a plan that will make Macen open his eyes.....It's hard because he know that he will open himself up to hurt.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
vanessa rapatz
One Dom To Love (The Doms of Her Love book 1) by Shayla Black, Jenna Jacobs, & Isabella LaPearl
4.5 Stars
One Dom To Love is my first read of the three authors. Raine, a runaway found in an alley outside a BDSM club by the owner. Six years later she has fallen in love with the man who saved her and has given her a life. He has cared for her, provided for her, protected her, & encouraged her. One thing he didn't give her was love and affection something she craved from him. Raine has fallen in love with a man who isn't available or good for her.
Hammer has loved Raine since her found her in the back alley. Hammer knows he is no good for Raine and keeps her at arms length as he protects and loves her from a distance. What Hammer didn't expect was his best friend's betrayal of stealing his Raine and ultimately falling in love with her.
Can Raine let Hammer go and move on with Liam or is her heart forever with Hammer? After one passionate night Raine got her answer.
One Dom To love is and story you love and hate. Two men in love with the same woman, destroying a life long friendship and causing so much pain. Erotica lovers One Dom To Love is is a must read. Come join me in the Tug of War rooting for Hammer one moment then Liam the next. I anxious to read book 2.
4.5 Stars
One Dom To Love is my first read of the three authors. Raine, a runaway found in an alley outside a BDSM club by the owner. Six years later she has fallen in love with the man who saved her and has given her a life. He has cared for her, provided for her, protected her, & encouraged her. One thing he didn't give her was love and affection something she craved from him. Raine has fallen in love with a man who isn't available or good for her.
Hammer has loved Raine since her found her in the back alley. Hammer knows he is no good for Raine and keeps her at arms length as he protects and loves her from a distance. What Hammer didn't expect was his best friend's betrayal of stealing his Raine and ultimately falling in love with her.
Can Raine let Hammer go and move on with Liam or is her heart forever with Hammer? After one passionate night Raine got her answer.
One Dom To love is and story you love and hate. Two men in love with the same woman, destroying a life long friendship and causing so much pain. Erotica lovers One Dom To Love is is a must read. Come join me in the Tug of War rooting for Hammer one moment then Liam the next. I anxious to read book 2.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
tala mhni
Love this book! Macen is such a dark and dreamy Dom !! I am in awe of him ! I understand Raine obsession with him!
I am also torn because Liam is a lover and a serious Dom also! Not sure about his dark side....I think it is coming
And Beck....hmmm. Bring on the pain. He is definitely one to keep an eye on. He is a mysterious man with a lot of potential
I think Raine has her hands full and anxious to see where this story leads
Thanks for the read !!! Looking forward to the next one!!
An awesome book for all
I am also torn because Liam is a lover and a serious Dom also! Not sure about his dark side....I think it is coming
And Beck....hmmm. Bring on the pain. He is definitely one to keep an eye on. He is a mysterious man with a lot of potential
I think Raine has her hands full and anxious to see where this story leads
Thanks for the read !!! Looking forward to the next one!!
An awesome book for all
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
vrinda
This collaboration was this first book I've read by any of these authors, don't judge me! I am kicking myself now as it's clear I've slept on some very talented ladies. One Dom To Love is a prime example of how collaborations should be written. This story flowed flawlessly and I honestly couldn't tell it wasn't written by a single author, well done ladies!
I truly enjoyed how the story gave the perspectives of Raine, Hammer and Liam so you weren't left guessing what anyone was thinking. Despite all the hardships that Raine has had to face in her life she's definitely hit the jack pot now. Not one but two HAWT Doms who are in love with her!! You can't tell me that isn't every woman's fantasy?! Ok maybe you aren't the submissive type but as far as I'm concerned....I'd quickly assume the position with a very convincing "Yes, Sir!" if either of these two yummy men crossed my path!
I am currently searching the store for other books by these ladies as well as the continuation of this story....I HAVE to see what happens next. If you like a story about Doms, hot men, or just looking for a steamy read you will not be dissapointed.
I truly enjoyed how the story gave the perspectives of Raine, Hammer and Liam so you weren't left guessing what anyone was thinking. Despite all the hardships that Raine has had to face in her life she's definitely hit the jack pot now. Not one but two HAWT Doms who are in love with her!! You can't tell me that isn't every woman's fantasy?! Ok maybe you aren't the submissive type but as far as I'm concerned....I'd quickly assume the position with a very convincing "Yes, Sir!" if either of these two yummy men crossed my path!
I am currently searching the store for other books by these ladies as well as the continuation of this story....I HAVE to see what happens next. If you like a story about Doms, hot men, or just looking for a steamy read you will not be dissapointed.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
markus
This was my first read by any of these authors and i have to say i enjoyed it to no end....raine who was rescued by hammer as a teen has turned into a beautiful desirable women and given her whole heart to hammer who does not return the affection even though raine has done everything possible to show him how she feels including a surprise blow job in the middle of the nite which leads hammer to pushing raine away again and causing her to lose control and push her right into the arms of his best friend
Raine agrees to be liams trainee sub much to the displeasure of hammer
After liam shows her the submissive she could be raine ends ups in hammers arms and he confesses his live and shows her what it would be like to be with him
Who will raine choose hammer who wants nothing but a slave or laim who shows her love and brings out the best in her
Cant wait to read book two
Raine agrees to be liams trainee sub much to the displeasure of hammer
After liam shows her the submissive she could be raine ends ups in hammers arms and he confesses his live and shows her what it would be like to be with him
Who will raine choose hammer who wants nothing but a slave or laim who shows her love and brings out the best in her
Cant wait to read book two
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
danylle
I love Jenna Jacob and her writing, so I was happy to jump all over One Dom to Love.
Raine has lived with Macen at the BDSM club since before her 18th birthday when he found her in the alleyway. That was about 6 years ago. She loves him with all of her heart, but he just doesn't feel the same way. They've never been more to each other, Macen has never crossed the line. Instead he spends all of his time with other subs, just filling the empty spaces deep inside.
Liam is Macen's best friend, knows how he really feels about Raine, and tries to help them both out by making Macen jealous. What no one counts on is the fact that Liam feels something for Raine and she for him. OOOh, twisty turny triangle!
So Raine is finally getting her feet wet in the Dom/sub world all the while being torn over Macen and Liam. What a wonderful triangle, and I can't wait to delve into book 2.
Raine has lived with Macen at the BDSM club since before her 18th birthday when he found her in the alleyway. That was about 6 years ago. She loves him with all of her heart, but he just doesn't feel the same way. They've never been more to each other, Macen has never crossed the line. Instead he spends all of his time with other subs, just filling the empty spaces deep inside.
Liam is Macen's best friend, knows how he really feels about Raine, and tries to help them both out by making Macen jealous. What no one counts on is the fact that Liam feels something for Raine and she for him. OOOh, twisty turny triangle!
So Raine is finally getting her feet wet in the Dom/sub world all the while being torn over Macen and Liam. What a wonderful triangle, and I can't wait to delve into book 2.
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
manunderstress
One Dom to Love is the first BDSM book I have ever read and I don't think this is the genre for me. I've read books in the "dark" genre that feature elements of BDSM and I've enjoyed those because of the complexity it added to the specific character, but One Dom to Love was different from those. I wondered if these characters have lives outside of submissive training and sexual activities. However, the activities in this particular book are pretty reserved from what I expected, but maybe my expectations were a bit off. There was some interesting character building in this one as these characters got to know one another's histories, and that is the reason I gave two stars instead of one. It should be noted that this was an impulsive read for me. I didn't look up the synopsis on goodreads first - the audiobook was new on an online library I frequent so I borrowed it because I've been wanting to try the genre and it was a fairly short book. I may try the genre again after getting some recommendations and doing some research. If you enjoy the BDSM genre then disregard my rating and give this one a try. The goodreads rating averages at 4+ stars so lots of readers obviously enjoyed it. Note: This is the first installment in a series and it ends on a cliffhanger.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
anne wehrmeister
I was hooked from the first page. I wanted Macen to admit to his feelings for Raine. I made me cross with macen. I thought he does not deserve her. His best friend Liam decides to help. He thought by making Macen jealous, he would move on. He would stop feeling guilty over the death of his wife.
Of course the best laid plans. Liam falls for Raine. Now I was angry with Liam. Macen was his best friend.
Now everything gets complicated. Two best friends fall out. Raine in the middle. Macen is regretting his decision to keep his distance from Raine.
How is this story going to pan out? How can Macen and Liam ever be friends again?
I need a HEA.
I need book two
Of course the best laid plans. Liam falls for Raine. Now I was angry with Liam. Macen was his best friend.
Now everything gets complicated. Two best friends fall out. Raine in the middle. Macen is regretting his decision to keep his distance from Raine.
How is this story going to pan out? How can Macen and Liam ever be friends again?
I need a HEA.
I need book two
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
holly kasem beg
Wow! That is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of this book. In my opinion, a good book makes you think and feel. This book did exactly that. I'm not saying I enjoyed every minute of this book as there were times where I felt strongly that I wanted to smack a character or two. I really think the characters were easy to identify with and they certainly made me think. Can I just say Holy Cliffhanger though?! It is a REALLY good thing the other books have been released already because I certainly need to continue with this story!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sandria wong
This is an emotional roller coaster of sorts.
Macen "Hammer" saved a runaway girl in the alley of his club. For six years, Raine has been pining over Hammer in hopes of him taking her to be his sub. What she doesn't know is that Hammer has a dark secret that keeps him from her.
Rains is a woman who a sub starving for guidance and affection. Lliam saved her from a punishment that was going to far and Hammer wasn't stepping in. That is when Lliam laid claim to Raine.
Raine can never forget one night that she mistakenly had with Hammer. It is this one night that has ripped two best friends apart and has cause Raine to shut down.
What happened that night? Can Raine and Lliam work things out? Will Raine ever get over Hammer?
Macen "Hammer" saved a runaway girl in the alley of his club. For six years, Raine has been pining over Hammer in hopes of him taking her to be his sub. What she doesn't know is that Hammer has a dark secret that keeps him from her.
Rains is a woman who a sub starving for guidance and affection. Lliam saved her from a punishment that was going to far and Hammer wasn't stepping in. That is when Lliam laid claim to Raine.
Raine can never forget one night that she mistakenly had with Hammer. It is this one night that has ripped two best friends apart and has cause Raine to shut down.
What happened that night? Can Raine and Lliam work things out? Will Raine ever get over Hammer?
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
auntie
I literally just finished this book and I am a bit miffed because of the cliffhanger. I knew it was coming and still I was like "NO!!"
Hammer saved Raine at the age of 17 when she ran away from her abusive father. Hammer has watched her grow into a beautiful woman and quit looking at her as a child long ago. Raine is completely in love with Hammer as well. However, Hammer has a past that still haunts him. In the beginning Raine decides to go for it with Hammer and he basically rips her out and stomps all over it. The story is written so well I was heart broken right along with her. Hammer's best friend, sexy Irishman, Liam, is there to witness to the whole thing. He decides to claim Raine for his own to make Hammer realize his mistakes. Raine being the sweet and sassy woman she is makes Liam totally fall for her though. After a few days away together Raine comes to love Liam as well. Now Raine, Hammer, and Liam are all back under the same roof and it is definitely not happily ever after.
I really can't wait to find out what is going to happen with these three! I am not totally Team Hammer yet. He still needs to get his head out of his behind, but I feel I am going to see more of his softer side in the next books to come.
Hammer saved Raine at the age of 17 when she ran away from her abusive father. Hammer has watched her grow into a beautiful woman and quit looking at her as a child long ago. Raine is completely in love with Hammer as well. However, Hammer has a past that still haunts him. In the beginning Raine decides to go for it with Hammer and he basically rips her out and stomps all over it. The story is written so well I was heart broken right along with her. Hammer's best friend, sexy Irishman, Liam, is there to witness to the whole thing. He decides to claim Raine for his own to make Hammer realize his mistakes. Raine being the sweet and sassy woman she is makes Liam totally fall for her though. After a few days away together Raine comes to love Liam as well. Now Raine, Hammer, and Liam are all back under the same roof and it is definitely not happily ever after.
I really can't wait to find out what is going to happen with these three! I am not totally Team Hammer yet. He still needs to get his head out of his behind, but I feel I am going to see more of his softer side in the next books to come.
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
erin sinclair
*I received a free copy to read & review for Wicked Reads Review Team*
I'm proud of myself for finishing this book - it took me 3 days, multiple attempts to get in to the story, and hundreds of eye-rolls. I really wanted to like this, as it has everything that I like: multiple men, BDSM, and romance, unfortunately it fell flat.
First of all, although this is categorized as BDSM it reminded me of a teenage drama with a BDSM club instead of a high school. The BDSM aspect was rather unbelievable as the owner of Shadows Club, Macen "Hammer", doesn't exhibit ANY characteristics of a Dominant, he may crave control, but he doesn't seem to have any. Of course he's the "damaged" Dom who pushes the woman he loves away due to him not being "what she needs". He has absolutely NO redeeming qualities and I just found myself absolutely despising him.
Meanwhile, Raine is in love with Hammer. He "saved" her when she was at her lowest and showed her compassion and gave her a home. He "protects" her but won't take her as his sub, nor will he let any other have her.
Liam, Hammer's best friend, wants to push Hammer to Raine - as they both need and crave each other. He decides that he will train her (in an effort to get them together), which leads to drama between the friends.
The icing on the cake? Liam and Raine seem to fall instantly in love with each other (over the course of 3 days) And this just goes on until the end of the book.
I had no empathy for any of the characters, the BDSM wasn't really part of the story - until it was convenient, and the romance wasn't believable. The cliff-hanger ending wasn't enough to keep my interest, unfortunately, as I do enjoy all of these authors.
~Wicked Reads Review Team~
I'm proud of myself for finishing this book - it took me 3 days, multiple attempts to get in to the story, and hundreds of eye-rolls. I really wanted to like this, as it has everything that I like: multiple men, BDSM, and romance, unfortunately it fell flat.
First of all, although this is categorized as BDSM it reminded me of a teenage drama with a BDSM club instead of a high school. The BDSM aspect was rather unbelievable as the owner of Shadows Club, Macen "Hammer", doesn't exhibit ANY characteristics of a Dominant, he may crave control, but he doesn't seem to have any. Of course he's the "damaged" Dom who pushes the woman he loves away due to him not being "what she needs". He has absolutely NO redeeming qualities and I just found myself absolutely despising him.
Meanwhile, Raine is in love with Hammer. He "saved" her when she was at her lowest and showed her compassion and gave her a home. He "protects" her but won't take her as his sub, nor will he let any other have her.
Liam, Hammer's best friend, wants to push Hammer to Raine - as they both need and crave each other. He decides that he will train her (in an effort to get them together), which leads to drama between the friends.
The icing on the cake? Liam and Raine seem to fall instantly in love with each other (over the course of 3 days) And this just goes on until the end of the book.
I had no empathy for any of the characters, the BDSM wasn't really part of the story - until it was convenient, and the romance wasn't believable. The cliff-hanger ending wasn't enough to keep my interest, unfortunately, as I do enjoy all of these authors.
~Wicked Reads Review Team~
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
mye villao
Holy smokes was this book hot!!! I loved every bit from the first page to the last. This is about Raine, who was rescued by Hammer six years ago when she was a kid. Of course, Raine fell hard for Hammer, and would like the opportunity to submit to him, but he keeps her at arms length. Along comes his friend, Liam, and damn it if he's not just all too sexy with his Irish accent too. Both Hammer and Liam are Doms. It's quite the story, Raine being pushed and pulled in different directions by both Liam and Hammer. Because Hammer finally does see the light where Raine is concerned, but is it too late? I don't know, I'll have to keep reading the series to find out what happens next. It kept me glued to the pages. Congratulations Shayla, Jenna and Isabella, this new series is definitely a winner.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
reena
Nothing comes easy in this story. One Dom to Love invokes some strong emotions, both for the characters and the reader. The relationship between Hammer, Raine and Liam is complicated and absolutely volatile at times. Hammer acts like an ass most of the time, so readers will either love or hate him. I personally love him. Deep down he’s scared of losing her so he acts out. I get this about him. Liam appears to be the calmer of the two, certainly the more level headed of them. But he’s the one with the agenda, so I still can’t decide if I like Liam or not. Part of me doesn’t trust him. Both are deeply in love with her and appear to be truly concerned for her welfare, though they take it a bit far at times which frustrates the hell out of her. Raine is simply confused and needs to decide what she wants out of life. She also has some major trust issues and maybe needs time to mature a little before she can truly take on a pair of men such as Hammer and Liam.
The authors have created three characters, and each comes with some deep emotional conflict and issues to deal with. Individually they each have to find a way to deal with their internal pain, their personal issues, past hurts as well as confusion over the current situation they find themselves in. Together they are combustible—whether it be when making love or fighting. I couldn’t decide who to root for because, honestly, I want them all to win. I love BDSM and Ménage stories. I’ve read Ms. Black’s work before, and love it. This was my first instruction to the other authors. Personally, I’m hoping books 2 and 3 have more interaction around the club Hammer owns.
Be forewarned, this is book 1 of 3 and you really need to read them in order. Also it ends on a cliff-hanger. But I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. If you’re looking for angst – this book definitely has it. If you looking for hot sex – this book definitely has it. If you’re looking for emotional drama, turmoil, conflict and wounded or flawed characters – this book most definitely has it. All this and more. It keeps you guessing. And even if you’re angry with the characters at the time, you continue to turn the page. I give One Dom to Love 4 stars. Now I’ll get back to reading book 2 in this series, Young and Submissive.
I was given a copy of this book for an honest review by the authors.
The authors have created three characters, and each comes with some deep emotional conflict and issues to deal with. Individually they each have to find a way to deal with their internal pain, their personal issues, past hurts as well as confusion over the current situation they find themselves in. Together they are combustible—whether it be when making love or fighting. I couldn’t decide who to root for because, honestly, I want them all to win. I love BDSM and Ménage stories. I’ve read Ms. Black’s work before, and love it. This was my first instruction to the other authors. Personally, I’m hoping books 2 and 3 have more interaction around the club Hammer owns.
Be forewarned, this is book 1 of 3 and you really need to read them in order. Also it ends on a cliff-hanger. But I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. If you’re looking for angst – this book definitely has it. If you looking for hot sex – this book definitely has it. If you’re looking for emotional drama, turmoil, conflict and wounded or flawed characters – this book most definitely has it. All this and more. It keeps you guessing. And even if you’re angry with the characters at the time, you continue to turn the page. I give One Dom to Love 4 stars. Now I’ll get back to reading book 2 in this series, Young and Submissive.
I was given a copy of this book for an honest review by the authors.
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
annie
I really wanted to like this. I just finished reading Jenna Jacob's Embracing My Submission and really enjoyed it, so I thought this would be just as good. Let me start off by saying this book in no way represents the BDSM lifestyle. Also, the characters got to be really annoying after a while. Raine came across as really weak and way too naive and Hammer just seemed way too selfish and a wuss. If this would have gone more of a love story route, it might have been better. Like I said it does not represent the BDSM life. I don't know when a submissive would ever curse out a Dom. And the ending seemed like the authors were tired of writing and just wanted it to end. If book 2 is like this, I don't think I will be reading it.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
raghad
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I thought I'd read a few pages before falling asleep and ended up staying up late into the night to read it all.
This story is told in three points of view- Raine, Hammer and Liam. After a tough childhood Raine was rescued from a life on the streets by Hammer. Hammer has closed himself off from love which is unfortunate for Raine as she loves him. When Hammers friend Liam falls for Raine will Hammer realise what he's lost?
This is a gripping steaming bdsm story with two hot dominant males. There is a cliffhanger however book two is already out. Great read.
This story is told in three points of view- Raine, Hammer and Liam. After a tough childhood Raine was rescued from a life on the streets by Hammer. Hammer has closed himself off from love which is unfortunate for Raine as she loves him. When Hammers friend Liam falls for Raine will Hammer realise what he's lost?
This is a gripping steaming bdsm story with two hot dominant males. There is a cliffhanger however book two is already out. Great read.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
srishti srivastav
This book makes you want to reach right in and smack a Dom! Really it does! Hammer is an amazing Dom, who owns his club and protects the one girl who has held his heart for 6 years! Raine is a beautiful woman who owes Hammer so much for saving her life! She's been in love with him for years! But the saying goes you don't know what you had til it's gone plays a big role in this book! Yummy emotions, Alpha Doms and twists and turns keep you guessing on what's going to happen next! I can't wait to read the next book!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
alien citizen
Story: GOOD
Intimacy Level: GOOD + D.R.I.P (Don't Read In Public)
Enjoyment: GOOD
Length: 4305 kindle
Style: BDSM Erotica
Series: The Dom of Her Life #1
This book was like a Dom soap opera, The Dom and the Restless. With everything going on, my mind felt well exercised,both mentally and physically. This one loves that one for six years, but then this one now likes her but she can't help going back to the other one and so on. It's way better written than my description and a little competition amongst friends, brings out the best sexually in everyone.
Raine is in love with Hammer, her boss, since she was eighteen. Now six years later and more than frustrated, Raine's action leaves her with two Doms to handle. Raine is not your typical sub, but can you blame her, after six years of built up frustration it's like she snapped. Hammer is troubled by his past and no matter what, he refuses to take Raine as a sub. Stepping in is Liam, Hammer's best friend whose good deed backfires because of is new found feelings for Raine. This adds an interesting turn of events. In a story I'm always set on the guy I'm routing for when dilemmas like this occurs, but they were both just too tempting and sexy as hell and I feel like Raine at the moment. Once Hammer looses Raine and that need kicks in, you don't know what you had till it's gone, watch out because your kindle will become inflamed. As for Beck, an added Dom thrown in for a bit, he seems twisted but oddly sexy and alluring as well with that mouth piece on him when he speaks. The ending is left open so we have to wait and I look forward to it.
Intimacy Level: GOOD + D.R.I.P (Don't Read In Public)
Enjoyment: GOOD
Length: 4305 kindle
Style: BDSM Erotica
Series: The Dom of Her Life #1
This book was like a Dom soap opera, The Dom and the Restless. With everything going on, my mind felt well exercised,both mentally and physically. This one loves that one for six years, but then this one now likes her but she can't help going back to the other one and so on. It's way better written than my description and a little competition amongst friends, brings out the best sexually in everyone.
Raine is in love with Hammer, her boss, since she was eighteen. Now six years later and more than frustrated, Raine's action leaves her with two Doms to handle. Raine is not your typical sub, but can you blame her, after six years of built up frustration it's like she snapped. Hammer is troubled by his past and no matter what, he refuses to take Raine as a sub. Stepping in is Liam, Hammer's best friend whose good deed backfires because of is new found feelings for Raine. This adds an interesting turn of events. In a story I'm always set on the guy I'm routing for when dilemmas like this occurs, but they were both just too tempting and sexy as hell and I feel like Raine at the moment. Once Hammer looses Raine and that need kicks in, you don't know what you had till it's gone, watch out because your kindle will become inflamed. As for Beck, an added Dom thrown in for a bit, he seems twisted but oddly sexy and alluring as well with that mouth piece on him when he speaks. The ending is left open so we have to wait and I look forward to it.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
joshua daniel
I am a huge fan of Shayla Black's work and this is no exception. As of Book One, I am Team Liam but, knowing there are likely many plot twists to come, who knows what the future brings! Ms. Black goes into such detail whether it be conversations or character thoughts that it puts her work far beyond the typical erotic romance novel. Bring on book 2!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
maria rolim
I really liked this book a lot. Raine is a complicated girl. She just wants to be loved and shown some attention. Macen says he is in love with Raine but that he won't ever do anything about it because of his past and his own demons. Raine has her own demons to deal with and who ever becomes her Dom with have to be patient and find a way to get through to her. She has a lot of trust issues. Liam is Macen's best friend. He sees that Macen likes Raine alot and she likes Macen. He comes up with a plan to train Raine and hopefully make Macen come to his senses about his feelings for Raine and do something about them. He didn't expect to fall for Raine himself. What happens through the rest of the book is a somewhat complicated mess. Raine needs to be shown she is cared about to open up and submit not force to show who is in charge. Macen and Liam have different ways of being a Dom. This book had lots of twists and turns I didn't see. I like Liam better than Macen. Liam has a subtle way of showing that he is in charge. He finds other ways to show Raine that he is in charge besides spanking her. She responds better to it as well. Macen needs to show by force that he is in charge and that causes Raine to just act out and rebel. She runs, if she thinks she is a problem or is making things difficult she runs. Liam won't let her do that. He is determined to prove to her that she could never do anything that would make him leave or to send her away. What started out trying to help his best friend ends in a way Liam never expected? I can't wait to read the next book in this series. What will Macen do next? I really hope Raine and Liam get their happily ever after.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
paul kishimoto
Macen, aka Hammer, took Raine in when she needed it most. He has protected her for so long, even scaring other Doms away but he never helped her to truly be a submissive or claim her for his own. It's not until his best friend Liam claims Raine that Hammer has a tough time. Hammer should have stepped up. He played with all the other subs, why not claim her and train her? Why was he not honest with Liam? Yeah, the more I write this review, the more I'm disliking the guy
Then there's Liam. Poor lad. He was only trying to help Hammer to see that he was in love with Raine but in turn Liam falls for Raine himself. He only meant to put a training collar on her and teach her the ways or to have Hammer fight for her.
Raine wants to open up but has difficulty. She needs to give herself completely and utterly to Liam but how can she when she still sees Hammer, everyday. A man she has loved for so long. It's not until she is whisked away from Shadows that she makes progress but dang it, Hammer still gets in the way.
Raine, Liam, and Macen. A love triangle. Can the two alpha Doms ever be friends again? Will their past sharing haunt them or will they finally communicate with each other? Will Raine be able to truly submit to a Dom? Can she figure out how to let Hammer go and love Liam?
I'm torn between the two men. As much as I want to punch Hammer, once you find out about his past, you soften a little. Things makes some sense. Then there is Liam. He was only trying to open his buddies eyes but in the process gives his heart to Raine.
Then there's Liam. Poor lad. He was only trying to help Hammer to see that he was in love with Raine but in turn Liam falls for Raine himself. He only meant to put a training collar on her and teach her the ways or to have Hammer fight for her.
Raine wants to open up but has difficulty. She needs to give herself completely and utterly to Liam but how can she when she still sees Hammer, everyday. A man she has loved for so long. It's not until she is whisked away from Shadows that she makes progress but dang it, Hammer still gets in the way.
Raine, Liam, and Macen. A love triangle. Can the two alpha Doms ever be friends again? Will their past sharing haunt them or will they finally communicate with each other? Will Raine be able to truly submit to a Dom? Can she figure out how to let Hammer go and love Liam?
I'm torn between the two men. As much as I want to punch Hammer, once you find out about his past, you soften a little. Things makes some sense. Then there is Liam. He was only trying to open his buddies eyes but in the process gives his heart to Raine.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
dhea julia
I feel in absolute love with this book and series. After reading One Dom to Love I wanted more and could not get enough of this story. Raine is an all-around "BRAT" but you have to love and respect the girl. She has been though a lot and it never seems to end for her. Hammer is just that all-consuming alpha male Dom that you want to slap but yet you just love. Liam as the sweet caring Dom who is going to bring happiness to everyone involved.
This book had me crying my eyes out one minute and ready to beat the crap out of Hammer and Liam both the next. You are taken on an amazingly emotional ride with this book. You’re going to be pulled in an asking why Hammer can't see Raine for who she is yet when you get a little info from his past you understand more why he refuse to give in. I am still asking myself who I want to see Raine end up with, I have plus for both of them and downs to both Liam and Hammer. This is one very wild ride and looking forward to reading more on their journey!
Amazing Job ladies!
This book had me crying my eyes out one minute and ready to beat the crap out of Hammer and Liam both the next. You are taken on an amazingly emotional ride with this book. You’re going to be pulled in an asking why Hammer can't see Raine for who she is yet when you get a little info from his past you understand more why he refuse to give in. I am still asking myself who I want to see Raine end up with, I have plus for both of them and downs to both Liam and Hammer. This is one very wild ride and looking forward to reading more on their journey!
Amazing Job ladies!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ryan mooney
I felt like I was in a tennis match with all the verbal sparring going on between both Dom's Hammer (the owner of the private BDSM club Shadows) and Liam (Hammer's best friend). Raine has lived & worked at Shadows for the last 6 years ever since Hammer had rescued her and she is "in love" with him and he refuses to acknowledge her love. One day she throws herself at him by waking him from sleep by creeping into bed with him and initiating a little somethin....... somethin....... and he wakes up with her doing the deed and things don't go well for her. Liam steps up and things go back and forth.... I am rooting for Liam and then I am rooting for Hammer well you get the gist. I was rooting for the 2 of them to take her but, you will have to read this to know what happens. I highly enjoyed "One Dom To Love" and I sure hope by the ending it means there will be more to come! 5.0 OOOOO's (O's for Orgasms) for the HOTNESS of this book and if you ask me Raine is one lucky woman!
I received this ARC for an honest review.
I received this ARC for an honest review.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
vivienne
So I have been on the fence about this book since I first saw it. It has what appears at first glance, a love triangle!! Uggh!! I am not a fan of love triangles, and let's not forget that it's his friend she runs too!! All that aside, I decided to bite the bullet and read it because I love all three of these authors separately, so they wouldn't disappoint right?
Well....
They didn't disappoint!! I have a couple new Doms to love myself! First I must say that I just can't choose a team, I have commitment issues. I love both Macen and Liam equally! I love the Macen "Hammer" is such an jerk, alpha jerks are the best kind, that he's Dom on top! Icing on the Cake!! Liam is this Irish big bad Dom with a totally sweet disposition. Sigh!! He literally make me want to pull him from the pages and have him for my very own!
Now Raine is all hot and in love with Macen and of course after one seriously disastrous night, I mean we are talking the most horrid night to end them all, she runs to Liam. Liam of course thinks he can make Macen jealous and he'll finally make his move. Liam is so wrong! All it does is start to deteriorate his friendship with Macen. Yup Raine seems to come between the two but in my opinion totally worth it! Liam and Raine start to fall in love while Macen looses his cool. I loved how every little bit of this book played out!!
This book is of course the kick off to a series so reader beware, there is a mild non-definite ending here, not a cliffhanger!
Well....
They didn't disappoint!! I have a couple new Doms to love myself! First I must say that I just can't choose a team, I have commitment issues. I love both Macen and Liam equally! I love the Macen "Hammer" is such an jerk, alpha jerks are the best kind, that he's Dom on top! Icing on the Cake!! Liam is this Irish big bad Dom with a totally sweet disposition. Sigh!! He literally make me want to pull him from the pages and have him for my very own!
Now Raine is all hot and in love with Macen and of course after one seriously disastrous night, I mean we are talking the most horrid night to end them all, she runs to Liam. Liam of course thinks he can make Macen jealous and he'll finally make his move. Liam is so wrong! All it does is start to deteriorate his friendship with Macen. Yup Raine seems to come between the two but in my opinion totally worth it! Liam and Raine start to fall in love while Macen looses his cool. I loved how every little bit of this book played out!!
This book is of course the kick off to a series so reader beware, there is a mild non-definite ending here, not a cliffhanger!
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
martha f p
I am really torn about this book. There were great aspect of this book in the beginning and then the bottom dropped out. In the beginning it draws you into the emotional pain of Macen and Raine. I could not wait to read this book each day after work. And then comes Liam. With friends like him who needs enemies. He knows that Macen has been in love with Raine for several years and is scared that his demons will destroy her like his ex wife. So Liam come up with a plan to get the two together. Well the plans works and then Liam gets pissed and decides he wants her for himself and to hell with his best friend. So now this book becomes the adult version of Twillight. I hate books with triangles and drama. So the rest of the book is team Macen vs team Liam. Really...these are two Dom's acting like children with a toy they both want. And Raine goes from loving a man for seven years to loving his best friend overnight. And to make matters worse the story is split into three books. For ménage books to work you need two of parties to be on board from the beginning and working together to bring the third into the fold. Not every man for themselves and then let's fall into it. So I think I am going to pass on the other two books in this saga.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
mailisia lemus
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
OMG!!! This book had my heart literally hurting from the very beginning. Raine’s attempts to gain Hammer’s love, and his repeated rebuffs just broke my heart completely. I hated the way she kept throwing herself at him. It got disgusting after the second time. I so wanted her to stand up for herself and just walk away from Hammer. I wasn’t sure about Liam’s motives in the beginning. I had a sinking suspicion that his plan was going to backfire. I loved how he seemed to understand Raine and what she needed. I hated Hammer. I hated the way he treated Raine. He loved her but kept hurting her with his actions.
I’m really trying not to give too much away. Let’s just say my emotions were on a roller coaster ride from the start to end of this book. I’m still not sure which hero I’d like Raine to end up with. I’m really torn on which one I like best. No, that’s a lie. I want Raine to end up living her happily ever after with Liam. I’m just not ready to forgive Hammer for his treatment at this time. He’s got a lot of sucking up to do to get back in my good graces.
Overall, this was a great story that was well-written and fast-paced. While it did have a cliffhanger ending, I didn’t find it to be too much of a cliffhanger for me. It just left me wanting more.
5-Bombs
Reviewed by Tracy
OMG!!! This book had my heart literally hurting from the very beginning. Raine’s attempts to gain Hammer’s love, and his repeated rebuffs just broke my heart completely. I hated the way she kept throwing herself at him. It got disgusting after the second time. I so wanted her to stand up for herself and just walk away from Hammer. I wasn’t sure about Liam’s motives in the beginning. I had a sinking suspicion that his plan was going to backfire. I loved how he seemed to understand Raine and what she needed. I hated Hammer. I hated the way he treated Raine. He loved her but kept hurting her with his actions.
I’m really trying not to give too much away. Let’s just say my emotions were on a roller coaster ride from the start to end of this book. I’m still not sure which hero I’d like Raine to end up with. I’m really torn on which one I like best. No, that’s a lie. I want Raine to end up living her happily ever after with Liam. I’m just not ready to forgive Hammer for his treatment at this time. He’s got a lot of sucking up to do to get back in my good graces.
Overall, this was a great story that was well-written and fast-paced. While it did have a cliffhanger ending, I didn’t find it to be too much of a cliffhanger for me. It just left me wanting more.
5-Bombs
Reviewed by Tracy
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
julie c
So let me start off by saying that I am not a fan of third person POVs. But Holy hell, this book was so good. It had just the perfect amount of drama, heartache and sexiness with two strong dominant men and a sassy submissive. Even in third person this book held my attention from start to finish. I was glued to this book and could not put it down until the very last page.
I love Shayla Black. I’ve read her books before so I knew going in that I was in for a good time. Add two additional authors that I haven’t read from yet and WOW! The way this book was written, the flow of the story and the characters were just fantastic. Shayla Black, Jenna Jacobs and Isabella LaPearl did an amazing job bringing this story to life and capturing these characters journey with such raw passion. The characters will lure you in and have you emotionally invested throughout. The sex scenes are extremely hot and oh so steamy. I absolutely loved it and can’t wait to read the next book.
I love Shayla Black. I’ve read her books before so I knew going in that I was in for a good time. Add two additional authors that I haven’t read from yet and WOW! The way this book was written, the flow of the story and the characters were just fantastic. Shayla Black, Jenna Jacobs and Isabella LaPearl did an amazing job bringing this story to life and capturing these characters journey with such raw passion. The characters will lure you in and have you emotionally invested throughout. The sex scenes are extremely hot and oh so steamy. I absolutely loved it and can’t wait to read the next book.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
kyranicole
What happens when you love someone so much it hurts? Raine was this person who loved Macen so much not only for taking care of her in the worst time of her life but also because there was something about himself that she saw and loved. Raine was a little "wet" behind the ears with a lot of things but not be choice. She wanted a life other than friendship or big brother, protection love that Macen gave to her.
Macen is a good person, if he could only see it. He has things in his past that will destroy the future that he could potentially have with Raine. He has feelings for her but never acted on them until he loses her to his best friend, Liam.
i don't know where the relationship is going to go. I love Macen and Liam but I think Raine's heart is with Macen and Liam knows it. I can see why they both love her. She's innocent and doesn't see the world and people as others do. She a submissive in her own way and it seems appealing to both of them. The question that I have and will have to wait and see is who will she chose and why? My vote is Macen but I do love and hope that if he's not chosen, Liam wil be able to get over the hurt that he will once again have to go through or maybe they will share her????
I can't wait for the next book to see how all of this plays out.
Macen is a good person, if he could only see it. He has things in his past that will destroy the future that he could potentially have with Raine. He has feelings for her but never acted on them until he loses her to his best friend, Liam.
i don't know where the relationship is going to go. I love Macen and Liam but I think Raine's heart is with Macen and Liam knows it. I can see why they both love her. She's innocent and doesn't see the world and people as others do. She a submissive in her own way and it seems appealing to both of them. The question that I have and will have to wait and see is who will she chose and why? My vote is Macen but I do love and hope that if he's not chosen, Liam wil be able to get over the hurt that he will once again have to go through or maybe they will share her????
I can't wait for the next book to see how all of this plays out.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
toadhole
This truly deserves 5 stars! How can Raine let Macen know that she loves him and wants him to not treat her with kid gloves? She wants to be his submissive and wants to learn more about the lifestyle. The only problem .... Macen won't teach her and treats her with kid gloves and has since he rescued her from the alley behind his clove. Yes he had done the correct thing at the time because she was a child. He encouraged her to get her education.... he even paid for it. He won't let anyone else train her but they can all see that she loves him and that he loves her...but won't do anything about it. Raine has had enough and wants to get Macen's attention. After taking things in her own hands literally and having the plan blow up in her face, Macen's best friend Liam steps in and takes her into his room, talks to her, comes up with a plan that will make Macen open his eyes.....It's hard because he know that he will open himself up to hurt.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
laura booth
One Dom To Love (The Doms of Her Love book 1) by Shayla Black, Jenna Jacobs, & Isabella LaPearl
4.5 Stars
One Dom To Love is my first read of the three authors. Raine, a runaway found in an alley outside a BDSM club by the owner. Six years later she has fallen in love with the man who saved her and has given her a life. He has cared for her, provided for her, protected her, & encouraged her. One thing he didn't give her was love and affection something she craved from him. Raine has fallen in love with a man who isn't available or good for her.
Hammer has loved Raine since her found her in the back alley. Hammer knows he is no good for Raine and keeps her at arms length as he protects and loves her from a distance. What Hammer didn't expect was his best friend's betrayal of stealing his Raine and ultimately falling in love with her.
Can Raine let Hammer go and move on with Liam or is her heart forever with Hammer? After one passionate night Raine got her answer.
One Dom To love is and story you love and hate. Two men in love with the same woman, destroying a life long friendship and causing so much pain. Erotica lovers One Dom To Love is is a must read. Come join me in the Tug of War rooting for Hammer one moment then Liam the next. I anxious to read book 2.
4.5 Stars
One Dom To Love is my first read of the three authors. Raine, a runaway found in an alley outside a BDSM club by the owner. Six years later she has fallen in love with the man who saved her and has given her a life. He has cared for her, provided for her, protected her, & encouraged her. One thing he didn't give her was love and affection something she craved from him. Raine has fallen in love with a man who isn't available or good for her.
Hammer has loved Raine since her found her in the back alley. Hammer knows he is no good for Raine and keeps her at arms length as he protects and loves her from a distance. What Hammer didn't expect was his best friend's betrayal of stealing his Raine and ultimately falling in love with her.
Can Raine let Hammer go and move on with Liam or is her heart forever with Hammer? After one passionate night Raine got her answer.
One Dom To love is and story you love and hate. Two men in love with the same woman, destroying a life long friendship and causing so much pain. Erotica lovers One Dom To Love is is a must read. Come join me in the Tug of War rooting for Hammer one moment then Liam the next. I anxious to read book 2.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
kerst
Love this book! Macen is such a dark and dreamy Dom !! I am in awe of him ! I understand Raine obsession with him!
I am also torn because Liam is a lover and a serious Dom also! Not sure about his dark side....I think it is coming
And Beck....hmmm. Bring on the pain. He is definitely one to keep an eye on. He is a mysterious man with a lot of potential
I think Raine has her hands full and anxious to see where this story leads
Thanks for the read !!! Looking forward to the next one!!
An awesome book for all
I am also torn because Liam is a lover and a serious Dom also! Not sure about his dark side....I think it is coming
And Beck....hmmm. Bring on the pain. He is definitely one to keep an eye on. He is a mysterious man with a lot of potential
I think Raine has her hands full and anxious to see where this story leads
Thanks for the read !!! Looking forward to the next one!!
An awesome book for all
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
armina
This collaboration was this first book I've read by any of these authors, don't judge me! I am kicking myself now as it's clear I've slept on some very talented ladies. One Dom To Love is a prime example of how collaborations should be written. This story flowed flawlessly and I honestly couldn't tell it wasn't written by a single author, well done ladies!
I truly enjoyed how the story gave the perspectives of Raine, Hammer and Liam so you weren't left guessing what anyone was thinking. Despite all the hardships that Raine has had to face in her life she's definitely hit the jack pot now. Not one but two HAWT Doms who are in love with her!! You can't tell me that isn't every woman's fantasy?! Ok maybe you aren't the submissive type but as far as I'm concerned....I'd quickly assume the position with a very convincing "Yes, Sir!" if either of these two yummy men crossed my path!
I am currently searching the store for other books by these ladies as well as the continuation of this story....I HAVE to see what happens next. If you like a story about Doms, hot men, or just looking for a steamy read you will not be dissapointed.
I truly enjoyed how the story gave the perspectives of Raine, Hammer and Liam so you weren't left guessing what anyone was thinking. Despite all the hardships that Raine has had to face in her life she's definitely hit the jack pot now. Not one but two HAWT Doms who are in love with her!! You can't tell me that isn't every woman's fantasy?! Ok maybe you aren't the submissive type but as far as I'm concerned....I'd quickly assume the position with a very convincing "Yes, Sir!" if either of these two yummy men crossed my path!
I am currently searching the store for other books by these ladies as well as the continuation of this story....I HAVE to see what happens next. If you like a story about Doms, hot men, or just looking for a steamy read you will not be dissapointed.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
radwa
This was my first read by any of these authors and i have to say i enjoyed it to no end....raine who was rescued by hammer as a teen has turned into a beautiful desirable women and given her whole heart to hammer who does not return the affection even though raine has done everything possible to show him how she feels including a surprise blow job in the middle of the nite which leads hammer to pushing raine away again and causing her to lose control and push her right into the arms of his best friend
Raine agrees to be liams trainee sub much to the displeasure of hammer
After liam shows her the submissive she could be raine ends ups in hammers arms and he confesses his live and shows her what it would be like to be with him
Who will raine choose hammer who wants nothing but a slave or laim who shows her love and brings out the best in her
Cant wait to read book two
Raine agrees to be liams trainee sub much to the displeasure of hammer
After liam shows her the submissive she could be raine ends ups in hammers arms and he confesses his live and shows her what it would be like to be with him
Who will raine choose hammer who wants nothing but a slave or laim who shows her love and brings out the best in her
Cant wait to read book two
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
efe saydam
I love Jenna Jacob and her writing, so I was happy to jump all over One Dom to Love.
Raine has lived with Macen at the BDSM club since before her 18th birthday when he found her in the alleyway. That was about 6 years ago. She loves him with all of her heart, but he just doesn't feel the same way. They've never been more to each other, Macen has never crossed the line. Instead he spends all of his time with other subs, just filling the empty spaces deep inside.
Liam is Macen's best friend, knows how he really feels about Raine, and tries to help them both out by making Macen jealous. What no one counts on is the fact that Liam feels something for Raine and she for him. OOOh, twisty turny triangle!
So Raine is finally getting her feet wet in the Dom/sub world all the while being torn over Macen and Liam. What a wonderful triangle, and I can't wait to delve into book 2.
Raine has lived with Macen at the BDSM club since before her 18th birthday when he found her in the alleyway. That was about 6 years ago. She loves him with all of her heart, but he just doesn't feel the same way. They've never been more to each other, Macen has never crossed the line. Instead he spends all of his time with other subs, just filling the empty spaces deep inside.
Liam is Macen's best friend, knows how he really feels about Raine, and tries to help them both out by making Macen jealous. What no one counts on is the fact that Liam feels something for Raine and she for him. OOOh, twisty turny triangle!
So Raine is finally getting her feet wet in the Dom/sub world all the while being torn over Macen and Liam. What a wonderful triangle, and I can't wait to delve into book 2.
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
jad na
One Dom to Love is the first BDSM book I have ever read and I don't think this is the genre for me. I've read books in the "dark" genre that feature elements of BDSM and I've enjoyed those because of the complexity it added to the specific character, but One Dom to Love was different from those. I wondered if these characters have lives outside of submissive training and sexual activities. However, the activities in this particular book are pretty reserved from what I expected, but maybe my expectations were a bit off. There was some interesting character building in this one as these characters got to know one another's histories, and that is the reason I gave two stars instead of one. It should be noted that this was an impulsive read for me. I didn't look up the synopsis on goodreads first - the audiobook was new on an online library I frequent so I borrowed it because I've been wanting to try the genre and it was a fairly short book. I may try the genre again after getting some recommendations and doing some research. If you enjoy the BDSM genre then disregard my rating and give this one a try. The goodreads rating averages at 4+ stars so lots of readers obviously enjoyed it. Note: This is the first installment in a series and it ends on a cliffhanger.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
clairvoyance cleric
I was hooked from the first page. I wanted Macen to admit to his feelings for Raine. I made me cross with macen. I thought he does not deserve her. His best friend Liam decides to help. He thought by making Macen jealous, he would move on. He would stop feeling guilty over the death of his wife.
Of course the best laid plans. Liam falls for Raine. Now I was angry with Liam. Macen was his best friend.
Now everything gets complicated. Two best friends fall out. Raine in the middle. Macen is regretting his decision to keep his distance from Raine.
How is this story going to pan out? How can Macen and Liam ever be friends again?
I need a HEA.
I need book two
Of course the best laid plans. Liam falls for Raine. Now I was angry with Liam. Macen was his best friend.
Now everything gets complicated. Two best friends fall out. Raine in the middle. Macen is regretting his decision to keep his distance from Raine.
How is this story going to pan out? How can Macen and Liam ever be friends again?
I need a HEA.
I need book two
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
miunmiunan
This book was a little different that the others in the series of Shayla Black's that I have read. It was very well written and you can't tell it was a collaboration! Very emotional and very HOT. I loved that I couldn't predict what was going to come next in this book, it just made me want to keep reading and not put it down. The characters are great, meaning they made me mad, made me want to yell at them, but also made me want to root for them. I can't wait to read the next one in the series!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
yolanda
Wow! That is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of this book. In my opinion, a good book makes you think and feel. This book did exactly that. I'm not saying I enjoyed every minute of this book as there were times where I felt strongly that I wanted to smack a character or two. I really think the characters were easy to identify with and they certainly made me think. Can I just say Holy Cliffhanger though?! It is a REALLY good thing the other books have been released already because I certainly need to continue with this story!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
andy slabaugh
This is an emotional roller coaster of sorts.
Macen "Hammer" saved a runaway girl in the alley of his club. For six years, Raine has been pining over Hammer in hopes of him taking her to be his sub. What she doesn't know is that Hammer has a dark secret that keeps him from her.
Rains is a woman who a sub starving for guidance and affection. Lliam saved her from a punishment that was going to far and Hammer wasn't stepping in. That is when Lliam laid claim to Raine.
Raine can never forget one night that she mistakenly had with Hammer. It is this one night that has ripped two best friends apart and has cause Raine to shut down.
What happened that night? Can Raine and Lliam work things out? Will Raine ever get over Hammer?
Macen "Hammer" saved a runaway girl in the alley of his club. For six years, Raine has been pining over Hammer in hopes of him taking her to be his sub. What she doesn't know is that Hammer has a dark secret that keeps him from her.
Rains is a woman who a sub starving for guidance and affection. Lliam saved her from a punishment that was going to far and Hammer wasn't stepping in. That is when Lliam laid claim to Raine.
Raine can never forget one night that she mistakenly had with Hammer. It is this one night that has ripped two best friends apart and has cause Raine to shut down.
What happened that night? Can Raine and Lliam work things out? Will Raine ever get over Hammer?
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
joshua daniel
Wow, this book had me on my toes. I can’t get over the heart ache Raine has been through already, not only with one man but 2 men! Can she possibly love the two?
But I’ll tell you what, I am totally team Liam! Who wouldn’t love that irish accent.
But I’ll tell you what, I am totally team Liam! Who wouldn’t love that irish accent.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
jamie madsen
Love these books, but this just didn't connect with me for some reason. I think that it had to do with the immaturity of Macen and her inability to get over the fact that Macen couldn't love her the way she wanted to be loved. Also the fact that she had someone, in Liam, that she could turn to and was willing to help her. She was just so back-and-forth throughout the book that it made me a bit turned off from her.
I will say that the heat from this book was still way up there. It was definitely not lacking chemistry, for me I just wanted a little bit more. I was finally getting into the book and it was over. A cliff-hanger. I love and hate them, but definitely something you should know going in.
I still enjoyed the book overall and have to get the next one to find out what happens!
I will say that the heat from this book was still way up there. It was definitely not lacking chemistry, for me I just wanted a little bit more. I was finally getting into the book and it was over. A cliff-hanger. I love and hate them, but definitely something you should know going in.
I still enjoyed the book overall and have to get the next one to find out what happens!
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
foster bass
I would like to thank all the reviewers who mentioned that this is not a stand alone book. You guys saved me a lot of money and irritation. I especially dislike authors that suck the reader in with the initial free book, and then charge the reader to read the rest of the story. It is manipulative. I strike these authors off my reading list. Thanks again!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
katerina
This is yet another steamy and sexual book from Shayla Black!!! Love the characters and the love triangle that develops in the story. Well developed story line and characters. Can't wait for the next book!!! Love it
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
kanishk
This was hot an sexy rolled into one.i wish the characters would have seen their flaws quicker but what's the fun in that really? I think it is a new take on the old adage you don't know what you've got till it home!
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
teresa ryan skidmore
I very much enjoyed this book.... right up until the end. Wow, did it leave me hanging. Now I have to wait for book 2. Other than that, it is excellent quick read - hot and steamy too. The only reason I am not giving it 5 stars, is because it was a little too short, and the ending that leaves you dangling. But, with that said,I will definitely be purchasing book 2 in this series.
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
isilmir
I bought this when I read that Shayla Black had a hand in writing the story. Normally she delivers a hot and intense read. However, this did not deliver and for me it was disappointing read.
The day started bad for Raine Kendall and despite her determination never to let it happen again she knew she was going to have her heart broken by Macen Hammerman - again! Despite knowing him for a number of years he refused to acknowledge her as a woman. For him she was still the little girl he had rescued in the alley behind his club. He took her in, educated her and nurtured her but still treated her like a 15 year old.
Raine is a sensual woman who deeply loves him but as woman and not as the child he still believes she is. She decides to try once more and throws herself at Macen only to be humiliated and crushingly rejected by him again.
Enter Liam O'Connell, Macen's close friend. Liam watches his friends rejection of Raine and decided to step in and play a game with Macen. Make him jealous and help him to recognise Raine as a woman - that was the plan but what Liam didn't reckon for was falling for Raine himself.
There were aspects of this story that I liked. Raine was feisty and it was good to see this when she dealt with Macen and his churlish behaviour. Macen blew too hot and cold for me and despite thinking he had Raine's best interests at heart he was a totally selfish, insensitive and at time a cruel dominant that didn't appear to know his own mind.
Liam's handling of Raine was good. He showed her what it could be like to submit to him, he was sensitive and loving but also very dominant.
The book lost a number of stars because once again we are left with the usual cliff hanger and yes it is a trilogy. It it is also a very predicatble story finishing at 94% with the remaining 6% dedicated to the authors and excerpts from other stories.
Please - could authors (or the publishers) make it clear to the reader that it is the first book of 3 or even the fact that it is going to be a trilogy? Trilogies have become my pet irritation now particularly those that take forever to be released. The flow of the story just gets lost by this type of writing.
So do you think that Raine wil give up on Macen and give her heart, body and soul to Liam? Or do you think Macen will heal his demons and give into his lust for Raine and try to claim her from Liam or will Raine give her heart, body and sould to Liam?
If you want to find out then this trilogy may be for you. Book 2 is due to be released in 2013. No date given.
The day started bad for Raine Kendall and despite her determination never to let it happen again she knew she was going to have her heart broken by Macen Hammerman - again! Despite knowing him for a number of years he refused to acknowledge her as a woman. For him she was still the little girl he had rescued in the alley behind his club. He took her in, educated her and nurtured her but still treated her like a 15 year old.
Raine is a sensual woman who deeply loves him but as woman and not as the child he still believes she is. She decides to try once more and throws herself at Macen only to be humiliated and crushingly rejected by him again.
Enter Liam O'Connell, Macen's close friend. Liam watches his friends rejection of Raine and decided to step in and play a game with Macen. Make him jealous and help him to recognise Raine as a woman - that was the plan but what Liam didn't reckon for was falling for Raine himself.
There were aspects of this story that I liked. Raine was feisty and it was good to see this when she dealt with Macen and his churlish behaviour. Macen blew too hot and cold for me and despite thinking he had Raine's best interests at heart he was a totally selfish, insensitive and at time a cruel dominant that didn't appear to know his own mind.
Liam's handling of Raine was good. He showed her what it could be like to submit to him, he was sensitive and loving but also very dominant.
The book lost a number of stars because once again we are left with the usual cliff hanger and yes it is a trilogy. It it is also a very predicatble story finishing at 94% with the remaining 6% dedicated to the authors and excerpts from other stories.
Please - could authors (or the publishers) make it clear to the reader that it is the first book of 3 or even the fact that it is going to be a trilogy? Trilogies have become my pet irritation now particularly those that take forever to be released. The flow of the story just gets lost by this type of writing.
So do you think that Raine wil give up on Macen and give her heart, body and soul to Liam? Or do you think Macen will heal his demons and give into his lust for Raine and try to claim her from Liam or will Raine give her heart, body and sould to Liam?
If you want to find out then this trilogy may be for you. Book 2 is due to be released in 2013. No date given.
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
can koklu
I have to say that this is one of the worst BDSM erotica novels I've ever read. The ladies who collaberated to get it done should be ashamed of themselves, I expected more out of such talented women. Characters are very well rounded and thought out, great editing, but content not for light of heart because Raine is too stupid to live. No dice on Hammer what a freaking pr**k, Liam well he's the one I felt sry for. I say let the 2 morons with the toxic relationship rip eachother apart & save urself the trouble!!!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
alexandria
I felt left out of a secret between me and my best friends..... need the next book .. series.. chapter... something??? I'm left hang in the air and I hate I read it and there's not a sequel in sight..
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
danielle milbauer
3,5 star
The first book in the series so it end in a cliff.
So far I am not too sure about the characters. I love Liam and how he treats raine and shows her what a D/s relationship entails.
Raine was a mix for me. She was all over the place emotion wise and longs for a D/s relationship, but then acted like a brat at the same time.
Macen, i don’t really care for. he cares for Raine, but also treats her with disregard and no thought for her emotions and feelings. He acts like a spoilt child.
The first book in the series so it end in a cliff.
So far I am not too sure about the characters. I love Liam and how he treats raine and shows her what a D/s relationship entails.
Raine was a mix for me. She was all over the place emotion wise and longs for a D/s relationship, but then acted like a brat at the same time.
Macen, i don’t really care for. he cares for Raine, but also treats her with disregard and no thought for her emotions and feelings. He acts like a spoilt child.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
khalid
I have been hearing about this series for about a year and finally decided to start it. Book one is awesome! It is a love triangle at it best, you are not sure who to root for and the angst is so good. I am not normally a fan of series that end in some what of a cliffhanger ( it really is not that bad compared to others) but I can’t wait to see what happens next! If you are looking for a great read with steamy romance, suspense, angst and a amazing love triangle this is you next read! I can’t wait to start the next book!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
jen rothmeyer
I love Shayla Black and have read all of the books in her other series. However, this was my first read of Jenna Jacob and Isabella Lapearl and I thought they did an awesome job. Raine has loved Hammer since she was 17 and he took her in off the streets. However, he turns her down every time. Liam is then added to the mix. I loved Liam!!! While I see some redeeming qualities in Hammer, Liam is definitely my favorite at this point. It was a great story, but it did have a cliffhanger.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
kaycee roberts
Read can read the pain that Raine and Macen. But you also can read the love that they have. Macen cant get over his past to claim Raine but will he push her to far and lose her altogether. Liam is Macen best friend butbhe wants to help them over come everything so they can be together. But will is help back fire? I love they way the Dom and the sub can interact with each other. In the book it makes you feel like everything the sub wants and needs they get
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
j raupach
This was an amazing tale told by Shayla Black and Jenna Jacob's. The story is wonderful and leaves the reader wanting to see what will happen next between the three of them both Hammer and Liam want her but for different reasons. Hammer and Liam have been best friends forever until Liam comes to visit the club and that all changes. This book keeps the reader interested and wanting more. It is hot and steamy and will take your breath away.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
austin netzley
I got this book in exchange for a voluntary review. Raine ran away from her home t age 17 and Macen finds her behind his dumpster behind his club, Shadows. He takes her on and protects her for six years. Finally,she rebels and ends up with his best friend, Liam, who agrees to train her as a submissive. Of course, how will this end up, s love story or a horror story ?
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sbarber
I loved it ,it brings together people who are in love with each other but to proud to admit it. When you throw in Liam, it just enriches the storyline even more. He did what he did to help Hammer open up his eyes and his heart for Raine, but in the process he started to have feelings for her himself. Now they are all trying to make it work
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
myra carter
I dislike Liam. Read this book, you'll know why. I was rooting for Raine from the first page of the book. This is a love triangle that you absolutely must read! I got angry on like every other page, thinking that this girl could use a break, that she would end up with Hammer and be happy. I lost sleep over this book because I couldn't put it down! I wanted it to go on, but I was kind of glad they didn't include any more in this part because I don't have any sick days to spare for a reading hangover. I don't normally read BDSM stories, but this one was pretty cool...and hot at the same time.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
tristan
A Shayla Black novel is erotica at its best. A love story filled with twists and turns of the human condition. Macen, Raine and Liam are rich, layered characters whose stories intertwine flawlessly. I eagerly look forward to the next book in the series
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
camille corbett
Liam, Raine, and Hammer are awesome characters. The book was well written and really kept my interest. Could not put it down. The struggles between the three characters was palpable . Can't wait to read the next book in the series to see where all this goes. I highly recommend this book.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
sandeep massey
I absolutely devoured this book! Hammer has me weak at the knees & Liam... Oh Liam! (fanning self)
Raine is one LUCKY lady! Of course she doesn't seem to think so when it comes to Hammer. Boy, is she sooo off point.
Honestly, once you start reading this book you will NOT be able to stop, I kid you not! A def MUST READ!
Raine is one LUCKY lady! Of course she doesn't seem to think so when it comes to Hammer. Boy, is she sooo off point.
Honestly, once you start reading this book you will NOT be able to stop, I kid you not! A def MUST READ!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
aimee nezhukumatathil
The characters are amazing; complex, tortured, clueless and smitten. Raine is caught in a web of no one else can have you but I won't have you either. Pain, angst, denial and angry words galore. A lovely emotional rollercoaster.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
j m phillippe
Ian Taggert's family falls in the more trouble and yes it's always about love but each story is different. I love Jessie Murdock I feel so bad for him, But don't worry Jess it's your turn for love. Lets hope Ian says if it's ok or not.
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
jegabelle
Hammer has been caring for Raine since he found her huddled by a dumpster in the ally behind his BDSM club. He wants her, but the damage left in the wake of his wife's death means he feels it best to keep her at arms length. Raine is frustrated by the way Hammer treats her as a little sister when she wants so much more, so when Hammer's best friend, Liam, comes to visit, she's tempted by his attentions. Liam thinks Raine could help heal his friend, and if he needs to make Hammer jealous before the man can admit his feelings, that's want Liam is determined to do. It was never his intention to claim Raine for himself, but she proves to be more tempting than he expected.
I liked Liam; he may have had his own issues but he wanted to help both Hammer and Raine. Hammer seemed like a pretty poor excuse for a Dom; whatever his personal issues, he should have been taking care of Raine's needs, and he wasn't. I didn't like Raine much, and thought she acted childishly, especially how she treated Liam midway through the book. In spite of my dislike for two of the three main characters, I did think the authors did a good job of making me connect enough that I felt for them all, and the characters were interesting when when I didn't like them.
Technically well-written, I felt like there was background that I was missing, as if this was a spin off of another series, or there was a prequel novella that I should have read first. Between that and my dislike for two of the main characters, the story dragged for me at times. There was a lot of potential here, but the story just didn't quite work for me in all levels. 3.5 stars
I liked Liam; he may have had his own issues but he wanted to help both Hammer and Raine. Hammer seemed like a pretty poor excuse for a Dom; whatever his personal issues, he should have been taking care of Raine's needs, and he wasn't. I didn't like Raine much, and thought she acted childishly, especially how she treated Liam midway through the book. In spite of my dislike for two of the three main characters, I did think the authors did a good job of making me connect enough that I felt for them all, and the characters were interesting when when I didn't like them.
Technically well-written, I felt like there was background that I was missing, as if this was a spin off of another series, or there was a prequel novella that I should have read first. Between that and my dislike for two of the main characters, the story dragged for me at times. There was a lot of potential here, but the story just didn't quite work for me in all levels. 3.5 stars
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
charles
What do you get with a young runaway, Raine Kendall, and Macen Hammerman (aka Hammer) the man who finds her and takes her in? Six years of unrequited love and waiting….until his best friend comes into the picture to shake things up. This book has you hooked from the first chapter as the reader falls into the beginnings of Raine and Hammer’s story as this is a four part series.
Raine leaves home, at the age of seventeen, after dealing with an abusive father and comes to live with Hammer who is dealing with his own inner demons from his past. Enter Liam, who not only shares a common past with Hammer, decides to come up with a scheme to force Hammer to act on his feelings for Raine. Will it be enough to get Hammer to come to his senses and admit his feelings or will it drive a wedge between them? This is the compelling story of a love triangle filled with pleasure and pain that will make you yearn to read the next book in the series.
Raine leaves home, at the age of seventeen, after dealing with an abusive father and comes to live with Hammer who is dealing with his own inner demons from his past. Enter Liam, who not only shares a common past with Hammer, decides to come up with a scheme to force Hammer to act on his feelings for Raine. Will it be enough to get Hammer to come to his senses and admit his feelings or will it drive a wedge between them? This is the compelling story of a love triangle filled with pleasure and pain that will make you yearn to read the next book in the series.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
ian macarthur
We start off the story with our leading lady getting her heart broken. Who broke Raine Kendall's heart? Why? Not even at the end of the first chapter and I am in tears for Raine. The words the authors used make me feel like I am her and I am the one going through her pain. Who are Hammer and Liam? Where are they from? Who are they? What is Raine to them? If anything? What does Liam learn within minutes of his arrival at Shadows? What is Shadows? Watching Liam as he approaches Raine with a proposition is intriguing, it makes me smile, watching how his words play like a well tuned violin. When Raine decides she's going to take things into her own hands and do what Hammer refuses to do, what happens? What happened when Raine and Hammer get into a shouting match? What does Hammer realize that both Raine and Liam see? After saying the wrong things, and doing the wrong things, what happens? Who is Beck? After an issue arises with Beck, what things happen? As Liam works to get to the core of who Raine is and what happened to her when she was a child, it is interesting to watch. Parts of this book had me tense as all get out, others had me furious, and even others had me wishing I had my own Liam. I'm not going to say anything more about this book, because if I do, it will be a chapter in and of itself. It is definitely a must read. I look forward to reading the next two books in line.
RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.
RECEIVED THIS BOOK AS A GIFT FOR A FAIR/HONEST REVIEW and REVIEWER FOR Bloggin' With M. Brennan.
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
monique
I bought this when I read that Shayla Black had a hand in writing the story. Normally she delivers a hot and intense read. However, this did not deliver and for me it was disappointing read.
The day started bad for Raine Kendall and despite her determination never to let it happen again she knew she was going to have her heart broken by Macen Hammerman - again! Despite knowing him for a number of years he refused to acknowledge her as a woman. For him she was still the little girl he had rescued in the alley behind his club. He took her in, educated her and nurtured her but still treated her like a 15 year old.
Raine is a sensual woman who deeply loves him but as woman and not as the child he still believes she is. She decides to try once more and throws herself at Macen only to be humiliated and crushingly rejected by him again.
Enter Liam O'Connell, Macen's close friend. Liam watches his friends rejection of Raine and decided to step in and play a game with Macen. Make him jealous and help him to recognise Raine as a woman - that was the plan but what Liam didn't reckon for was falling for Raine himself.
There were aspects of this story that I liked. Raine was feisty and it was good to see this when she dealt with Macen and his churlish behaviour. Macen blew too hot and cold for me and despite thinking he had Raine's best interests at heart he was a totally selfish, insensitive and at time a cruel dominant that didn't appear to know his own mind.
Liam's handling of Raine was good. He showed her what it could be like to submit to him, he was sensitive and loving but also very dominant.
The book lost a number of stars because once again we are left with the usual cliff hanger and yes it is a trilogy. It it is also a very predicatble story finishing at 94% with the remaining 6% dedicated to the authors and excerpts from other stories.
Please - could authors (or the publishers) make it clear to the reader that it is the first book of 3 or even the fact that it is going to be a trilogy? Trilogies have become my pet irritation now particularly those that take forever to be released. The flow of the story just gets lost by this type of writing.
So do you think that Raine wil give up on Macen and give her heart, body and soul to Liam? Or do you think Macen will heal his demons and give into his lust for Raine and try to claim her from Liam or will Raine give her heart, body and sould to Liam?
If you want to find out then this trilogy may be for you. Book 2 is due to be released in 2013. No date given.
The day started bad for Raine Kendall and despite her determination never to let it happen again she knew she was going to have her heart broken by Macen Hammerman - again! Despite knowing him for a number of years he refused to acknowledge her as a woman. For him she was still the little girl he had rescued in the alley behind his club. He took her in, educated her and nurtured her but still treated her like a 15 year old.
Raine is a sensual woman who deeply loves him but as woman and not as the child he still believes she is. She decides to try once more and throws herself at Macen only to be humiliated and crushingly rejected by him again.
Enter Liam O'Connell, Macen's close friend. Liam watches his friends rejection of Raine and decided to step in and play a game with Macen. Make him jealous and help him to recognise Raine as a woman - that was the plan but what Liam didn't reckon for was falling for Raine himself.
There were aspects of this story that I liked. Raine was feisty and it was good to see this when she dealt with Macen and his churlish behaviour. Macen blew too hot and cold for me and despite thinking he had Raine's best interests at heart he was a totally selfish, insensitive and at time a cruel dominant that didn't appear to know his own mind.
Liam's handling of Raine was good. He showed her what it could be like to submit to him, he was sensitive and loving but also very dominant.
The book lost a number of stars because once again we are left with the usual cliff hanger and yes it is a trilogy. It it is also a very predicatble story finishing at 94% with the remaining 6% dedicated to the authors and excerpts from other stories.
Please - could authors (or the publishers) make it clear to the reader that it is the first book of 3 or even the fact that it is going to be a trilogy? Trilogies have become my pet irritation now particularly those that take forever to be released. The flow of the story just gets lost by this type of writing.
So do you think that Raine wil give up on Macen and give her heart, body and soul to Liam? Or do you think Macen will heal his demons and give into his lust for Raine and try to claim her from Liam or will Raine give her heart, body and sould to Liam?
If you want to find out then this trilogy may be for you. Book 2 is due to be released in 2013. No date given.
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ifeyinwa
I have to say that this is one of the worst BDSM erotica novels I've ever read. The ladies who collaberated to get it done should be ashamed of themselves, I expected more out of such talented women. Characters are very well rounded and thought out, great editing, but content not for light of heart because Raine is too stupid to live. No dice on Hammer what a freaking pr**k, Liam well he's the one I felt sry for. I say let the 2 morons with the toxic relationship rip eachother apart & save urself the trouble!!!
Please RateOne Dom To Love (Doms of Her Life Book 1)
I started with the prequel, learning about Raine, how she ended up at Hammers Club, I have to admit his behavior and actions were very puzzling.
Everyone could see how Rained felt about him, even Macen (Hammer) could see it, she was a sweet girl with plenty of love to give along with lots of sass.
I liked Hammers friend Liam, it seems there is more to him then we've seen so far.
We join One Dom to Love where the prequel ended, with Liam going to Macen's club in Los Angeles.
Liam could see how much Macen felt for the raven haired beauty that is Raine.
It became apparent, that Liam begins to have feelings for Raine too, and as his friend is probably the only one who will tell him the truth, Macen doesn't want to hear.
I felt Raine was a bot of a pawn between the two men and after seeing Macy with another sub, it pushes her to make a final stand to get her man, and tried she did. He was quite barbaric with dishing out her punishment, at the hands of the biggest pan giver Beck.
Liam disagrees with the choice of punishment, and gives Raine a way out, but she is a proud tough stubborn lady and will not give anyone the satisfaction of breaking her.
I loved how gentle Liam was after Raine realised she was only going to be hurting for longer, with the punishment. She took Liam's way out.
The cracks in Liam and Macen's friendship started to appear , especially after Raine goes to Macen once more.
I must admit the bedroom scenes were smoking hot, definitely panty melting and although she was wrong, it was a night of unbridled passion and even after Liam finding Macen and Raine together he is a very patient man - although not without a temper.
I was torn between the two Doms, wanting them both to succeed to win Raines heart, and after learning all their stories they all have been keeping secrets.
Is Liam goading Macen, yes he is. Is Liam the better man, so far he has proved that he is.
The rest of their story is going to be very intriguing.