The Dom Who Loved Me

Annoying H and h

The storyline wasn't that bad I just found the heroine extremely annoying. They made her out to be bratty, but I didnt see that at all. Grace was extremely weak in her mannerism. She forgave too easily for a woman who was suppose to be strong in character. What woman would allow someone even the one she suppose to have loved, let them walk out of there life with a note, then completely back in because he demanded it! What person would forgive friends who completely lie to them? It wasn't just Sean who betrayed Grace, they all did and she just forgave them, I didn't respect the character of Grace. Sean wasn't much better, he blamed everyone else for his decisions, he let his brother come between him and his woman, he didn't know what he wanted.

I wish Grace would've made them all work a lot more for her friendship and her love, she was worth more.

17 of 18 people found this review helpful

Suspend disbelief and you’ll be ok.

It’s a romance... the plot is unbelievable but the writing is good. The characters are two dimensional. Grace, the heroine, is weak-willed and not very smart, Sean, the Hero, isn’t going to be joining Mensa anytime soon. If you’re ok with all that then this is an amusing listen.

** spoilers ahead

The worst part of the story was Grace’s character. A 40y.o. widowed mother she finds herself caught up in a web of deceit and international intrigue. Along the way she finds fulfillment in the world of BDSM when she submits to Sean. Grace discovers the freedom and joy often written about in these novels when she puts her safety and trust in the hands of Sean the dominant. The problem is Grace “knows” Sean is worthy and can be trusted despite all evidence pointing to the contrary. To that point in the story he had repeatedly lied to her, invaded her privacy at home and at work, used hidden surveillance on her, had unprotected sex with her without Grace’s permission or knowledge, drugged her, stole from her, kidnapped her, threatened her with physical violence and jail and accused her of criminal activities. Despite all this she “knew” she could trust him.

It would be nice occasionally to read a story about a woman who had a backbone and didn’t lose 40 IQ points at the prospect of receiving an orgasm with the help of a caveman who really has a heart of gold beneath his rough and crusty exterior.

7 of 7 people found this review helpful

Beautiful

I have listened to most of the series and this is still one of my favs.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great narrator for one of my favorite books

Would you consider the audio edition of The Dom Who Loved Me to be better than the print version?

I'm completely biased as this is one of my favorite books, but it was very easy to listen to and the performance by Ryan West made it one of the few audio books that I will listen to again in the future.

What about Ryan West’s performance did you like?

Excellent job on all the different male voices, each had a distinct tone that was easy to follow. Also really appreciated his ability to do the female voices. Sometimes it doesn't go so well, but the female voices flowed smoothly and were some of the best I've heard. Having a "good" Grace voice was important to me and I was very happy with his performance.

Any additional comments?

This book is a great set up for the Masters and Mercenaries series. You meet all of the main players but don't feel overwhelmed by too much back story. There are enough hints there that pull you into the next book to find out their story.

6 of 8 people found this review helpful

ONE OF MY FAVORITE SERIES

Lexi Blake has created the perfect series. You can feel the connection and comradely between all the characters. It's like you're in the room with them. They're all Dom's and Submissive's and their also x-military and x-CIA. Now they all work at a security company which also does side jobs for the CIA.

Yes...this book has detailed BDSM, action, mystery, suspense and fun. If you like this type of book you'll love this series.

Ryan West draws you in with his performance.

Absolutely worth the credit/$$.

5 of 7 people found this review helpful

Fun

It’s an easy listening “read”. Grace is sweet and Sean is a beast. Their dynamic is amusing. A lot of fun and super sexy.

Sexy, Dirty and oh so HOT!

Let me say this I didn't want it to end but hunger for what was next and couldn't put it down!! Can't wait to read the next book to this series!

searching for love

Sean Taggart (little Tag) meets Grace Hawthorne and falls head over heels. By day, Grace is the's the executive assistant for the target his team is investigating for illegal activities. By night, she submits to Sean's every dark desire she's been reading about in her BDSM books. When Sean's brother Ian forces him away from Grace and off the investigation, Sean becomes angry. Grace learns that Sean has a another agenda.
This story is fun and Ryan West does a good job as the narrator inflicting personality

You have got to be kidding me

This book is pretty bad.

I don't know much about the BDSM culture, so I can't speak to how accurate the depiction is. The sex scenes were definitely interesting, but I can guarantee you some of the things described don't work that way.

**spoilers ahead**

What really bothers me about this book is the complete one-dimensional nature of the "heroine". She has zero personality beyond her dead husband and a rapid obsession with this new guy. That's. It. He treats her like absolute crap and the closest she gets to standing up for herself is a quick 'f*** you' which he takes literally. I know people are going to say "But that's the point, she's a 'sub'".
First of all, stop saying that. There are literally dozens of words that could be used in place of 'sub' and 'dom', just to keep it interesting, but never-not-once is a single different term used. It's intensely repetitive and annoying.
Second of all, they make a big deal about their D/s relationship only being in the bedroom and they are equals outside. He treats her like garbage and she just takes it, letting literally everything in the story happen TO her. Never once does she create an occurrence in the entire book.

Also, screw that jerkface. I was on his side until he forgot that she can't read his mind and took our his insecurities on her. Also, I'm not even mentioning the fact that MULTIPLE people decided they want her barefoot and pregnant in the kitchen AT 40. THIS CAN BE DANGEROUS (not impossible, obviously, if you're over 40 with a child please don't come at me). It just really felt like many characters forgot how old she was at MULTIPLE points in the book. It's like we're reading '40', but supposed to understand '20'.

2/10. Read for the sexy bits, but please, God, don't expect it to be like that if you try it at home.

Excellent Audible book and story

Take one ordinary widow with two grown sons and one kinky mercenary and what could go wrong. This book is an exciting rollercoaster ride. It is filled with erotic sex and a fantastic storyline.