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seeinghowitgoes's review
4.0
Of the first three I thought this novel was probably the weakest, which is nothing overly resentful against it. It's hard to maintain that goodfeel buzz you get about a series 3 novels in, the characters at this point are happy together and it's external things which affect them this time around. Phantom is struggling with his needs and he and Noah are gradually becoming closer.
I've heard that there's going to be a separate novel with Phantom and Bradly, I would love dearly to read that because I really have no idea where they will take this relationship. Reading the blurbs I initially assumed that Phantom, Tobias and Noah would simply couple up which is definitely not the case.
I went out and bought book 3 in HTML format simply because I couldn't wait for it to come out, and will definitely get book 4 when it's out. My main complain with each book is that the entire series seems to have been written as a series of continuing arcs, which seem more suited as chapters, rather than books. Each book seems to end so suddenly that I'm always taken by surprise, Oh! Well that conflict is over, end book.' There's also a book of short stories out that I think I may have to pick up as well.
I've heard that there's going to be a separate novel with Phantom and Bradly, I would love dearly to read that because I really have no idea where they will take this relationship. Reading the blurbs I initially assumed that Phantom, Tobias and Noah would simply couple up which is definitely not the case.
I went out and bought book 3 in HTML format simply because I couldn't wait for it to come out, and will definitely get book 4 when it's out. My main complain with each book is that the entire series seems to have been written as a series of continuing arcs, which seem more suited as chapters, rather than books. Each book seems to end so suddenly that I'm always taken by surprise, Oh! Well that conflict is over, end book.' There's also a book of short stories out that I think I may have to pick up as well.
nicola949's review against another edition
4.0
This third book in the series had me reading from start to finish in almost one sitting. Although I found it less gripping than the earlier books, it was still difficult to put down and the end came up suddenly. The abrupt end, with Phantom playing a major part, was frustrating but luckily I had the fourth book to launch straight into!
relly's review against another edition
4.0
4 Stars
Audio Review
I loved the progression of the relationship as the guys push the boundaries of what they are doing both in the BDSM side and the emotional side
Tobias feels like he finally has a handle on what he needs from Noah at the end and is happy within himself. My only sticking point is the same as always - Phantom!
Phantom is the ex who will just not go away and with all his issues (I do feel for him with these, but think he needs to sort them out with someone else) he is always between them. Tobias found out Phan was struggling and nearly upended his trip away with Noah to return and deal with Phantom's problems.
I feel for Noah as he is kind of in between a rock and a hard place. If he kicks up too much about it he risks his relationship or the guilt he would feel if Phantom actually did something to himself, and he does have a friendship with Phantom and is attracted to him but not enough to bring him into the relationship permanently and I feel like he is getting railroaded to what everyone else wants.
It was good to see Noah stand up for himself in Paris and to see them finally have a disagreement. They talked it out and even though Tobias still doesn't understand it was resolved between them.
Audio Review
I loved the progression of the relationship as the guys push the boundaries of what they are doing both in the BDSM side and the emotional side
Tobias feels like he finally has a handle on what he needs from Noah at the end and is happy within himself. My only sticking point is the same as always - Phantom!
Phantom is the ex who will just not go away and with all his issues (I do feel for him with these, but think he needs to sort them out with someone else) he is always between them. Tobias found out Phan was struggling and nearly upended his trip away with Noah to return and deal with Phantom's problems.
I feel for Noah as he is kind of in between a rock and a hard place. If he kicks up too much about it he risks his relationship or the guilt he would feel if Phantom actually did something to himself, and he does have a friendship with Phantom and is attracted to him but not enough to bring him into the relationship permanently and I feel like he is getting railroaded to what everyone else wants.
It was good to see Noah stand up for himself in Paris and to see them finally have a disagreement. They talked it out and even though Tobias still doesn't understand it was resolved between them.
shazov's review against another edition
5.0
Okay, I know I'm starting to sound like a broken record, but it's the truth; I love this series!
I love getting further involved with Tobias and Noah. Their relationship is still growing and it's beautiful to be a part of that. This book once again offers everything we have come to expect (and need) from these two. Phan and Bradford are once again very nicely a part of the whole. I truly admire the authors' ability to create strong secondary characters that whilst taking part in the story, don't take over, or detract from it. Rather their company enriches it overall.
Truly firmly on my favourites list this series will be reread in the very near future!
2nd Read: same feelings about this book!
I love getting further involved with Tobias and Noah. Their relationship is still growing and it's beautiful to be a part of that. This book once again offers everything we have come to expect (and need) from these two. Phan and Bradford are once again very nicely a part of the whole. I truly admire the authors' ability to create strong secondary characters that whilst taking part in the story, don't take over, or detract from it. Rather their company enriches it overall.
Truly firmly on my favourites list this series will be reread in the very near future!
2nd Read: same feelings about this book!
tiggers_hate_acorns's review against another edition
4.0
Seemed to start slow but really heated up just before Paris when. Sorry to see one character leave the scene so to speak but it was required for Noah and Tobias to move on and eventually live together. Loved all the Paris scenes, definitely lots of action to make it live up to it's name as the city of love.
Reading the shorts for the remaining two books I'm not sure they will appeal so much but one never knows. Lead on McDuff...
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Noah topped TobiasReading the shorts for the remaining two books I'm not sure they will appeal so much but one never knows. Lead on McDuff...
tnbythewood's review against another edition
3.0
I like this series, I just didn't feel that there was much progress from the last book
nigmatillium's review against another edition
2.0
The only reason I keep on reading this series is because I really like Noah. I like the plot too, but I like the idea more than how it is written (this seems to be a theme with me and this series).
That being said, I liked that Noah showed some teeth (wouldn't have minded more, though) and I hope he keeps that up. Not necessarily in a D/s context. So far I like both the romantic aspect and the D/s dynamic equally and I wonder how they are going to evolve.
I am surprised I don't dislike Phantom. That could change, but so far he's actually been okay. And speaking of Phantom, his relationship with Tobias doesn't sell to me. I read the details of what they had, but considering how Tobias is with Noah, I don't buy it. There's nothing about Tobias that proves to me that their relationship was indeed as they describe it. At this point I'm not even sure he will meet Noah's needs as their relationship develops.
As someone already mentioned, the books don't feel like individual books of a series, they read exactly like a new chapter. Although I don't really mind that since I have all the books and I can read them one after the other, that's not ideal. If I would have stuck to my initial plan and read something else in between each book I don't think I could have gotten back into the mood easily.
Overall the third book was okay, nothing really stood out. Maybe just that I would like Noah drinking some more water.
That being said, I liked that Noah showed some teeth (wouldn't have minded more, though) and I hope he keeps that up. Not necessarily in a D/s context. So far I like both the romantic aspect and the D/s dynamic equally and I wonder how they are going to evolve.
I am surprised I don't dislike Phantom. That could change, but so far he's actually been okay. And speaking of Phantom, his relationship with Tobias doesn't sell to me. I read the details of what they had, but considering how Tobias is with Noah, I don't buy it. There's nothing about Tobias that proves to me that their relationship was indeed as they describe it. At this point I'm not even sure he will meet Noah's needs as their relationship develops.
As someone already mentioned, the books don't feel like individual books of a series, they read exactly like a new chapter. Although I don't really mind that since I have all the books and I can read them one after the other, that's not ideal. If I would have stuck to my initial plan and read something else in between each book I don't think I could have gotten back into the mood easily.
Overall the third book was okay, nothing really stood out. Maybe just that I would like Noah drinking some more water.