Golden Boy by Claire Thompson
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Erotic GLBT (M/M) BDSM
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Summary: Johnny Wilson has never been in love. Though women adore his golden-blond good looks, he never seems to connect. Still trying to convince himself he's straight when he checks out a local gay bar, one look at the handsome stranger is enough to set his heart on fire. Half-acknowledged fantasies and dangerous dreams are challenged as Johnny finally faces his own secrets.
Eric Mendez, the handsome, much-sought-after Dom in the BDSM gay Manhattan scene, is used to getting just exactly what he wants with a snap of his fingers and a glance from his smoldering eyes. When he first lays eyes on Johnny Wilson, he assumes he's just another pretty boy cruising the clubs for a good time. When Johnny disappears without a trace, he unknowingly takes a piece of Eric's heart with him.
Sizzling passion and hidden yearnings to experience the ultimate submission at the hands of another man are brought to the fore in this explicit but romantic exploration of a gay D/s lifestyle. Johnny must come to grips not only with his sexual orientation, but must also find the courage to submit in a loving exchange of power.
Melissa’s Review: First, let me be clear when I say that I am a fan of Claire Thompson’s work. She is a master story teller, and there are few authors that I have experienced that can write the BDSM lifestyle quite as eloquently as she can. Golden Boy is a perfect example of Claire Thompson’s ability to write a magnificent BDSM tale that draws the reader in by their heart strings and holds them captive with her powerful voice.
I was immediately drawn to Johnny. Golden Boy tells his journey of self-discovery and growth. He was raised by a bully father, with bully brothers, and was expected to “be a man”. Claire’s illustration of his thoughts and emotions were so beautifully done that I felt everything as m
y own.
I was as much in awe of Eric as everyone else was. He exuded that magnetic charisma that demands a person’s attention. I liked the fact that even though he is a well-practiced Dom, he can still make mistakes. Even better, he can admit his own mistakes and correct them.
The plot line was very good. Maybe a little predictable, with the big strong man who had a rough childhood, only to later realize that he is gay. However, that didn’t take away from the fact that Claire delivered a powerful and emotional story, with very real, likeable characters. Claire Thompson never fails to write the most appealing, well-developed characters.
Rated 4 ½ Delightful Divas by Melissa!
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Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Erotic GLBT (M/M) BDSM
Review Copy Received from Author
Summary: Johnny Wilson has never been in love. Though women adore his golden-blond good looks, he never seems to connect. Still trying to convince himself he's straight when he checks out a local gay bar, one look at the handsome stranger is enough to set his heart on fire. Half-acknowledged fantasies and dangerous dreams are challenged as Johnny finally faces his own secrets.
Eric Mendez, the handsome, much-sought-after Dom in the BDSM gay Manhattan scene, is used to getting just exactly what he wants with a snap of his fingers and a glance from his smoldering eyes. When he first lays eyes on Johnny Wilson, he assumes he's just another pretty boy cruising the clubs for a good time. When Johnny disappears without a trace, he unknowingly takes a piece of Eric's heart with him.
Sizzling passion and hidden yearnings to experience the ultimate submission at the hands of another man are brought to the fore in this explicit but romantic exploration of a gay D/s lifestyle. Johnny must come to grips not only with his sexual orientation, but must also find the courage to submit in a loving exchange of power.
Melissa’s Review: First, let me be clear when I say that I am a fan of Claire Thompson’s work. She is a master story teller, and there are few authors that I have experienced that can write the BDSM lifestyle quite as eloquently as she can. Golden Boy is a perfect example of Claire Thompson’s ability to write a magnificent BDSM tale that draws the reader in by their heart strings and holds them captive with her powerful voice.
I was immediately drawn to Johnny. Golden Boy tells his journey of self-discovery and growth. He was raised by a bully father, with bully brothers, and was expected to “be a man”. Claire’s illustration of his thoughts and emotions were so beautifully done that I felt everything as m
y own.I was as much in awe of Eric as everyone else was. He exuded that magnetic charisma that demands a person’s attention. I liked the fact that even though he is a well-practiced Dom, he can still make mistakes. Even better, he can admit his own mistakes and correct them.
The plot line was very good. Maybe a little predictable, with the big strong man who had a rough childhood, only to later realize that he is gay. However, that didn’t take away from the fact that Claire delivered a powerful and emotional story, with very real, likeable characters. Claire Thompson never fails to write the most appealing, well-developed characters.
Rated 4 ½ Delightful Divas by Melissa!
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