Even a Master needs a savior…or two.-Successful engineering executive, Jack Rothman thought he was finally free to be the Dom he was meant to become. His submissives, Rory Campbell and Spencer Hartley are soon to be married, and his place as their Dominant is unshakable. Then Jack loses the one thing a Dom requires…control over his life.Rory can’t wait to get married but she can’t marry both … can’t wait to get married but she can’t marry both of her men–not in the eyes of the law or her overbearing, critical parents. She must find the courage to tell her parents the truth about her poly relationship, despite the sudden absence of her Dominant’s strength. If she wants the happily-ever-after wedding she’s always dreamed of, she’ll have to learn to fight for it on her own.
Spencer knows that lies are a poison that destroys from within. Now that he’s come to terms with his bisexuality, he’s ready to settle down with the woman he loves and the man he can’t live without. Only the future that seemed so bright is in danger of being swept out of his hands. He’s watching his fiancée fall apart, his Dom fade away and there’s nothing he can do about it…or is there?more
4 Star review Swept (Polished #2) by Alyssa Turner
I listened to this on audible and all the narrators did a credible job. This was a very hot and passionate book which is a MMF with elements of BDSM.
Swept was a more intense listen/read than the first book in the series and had me invested right from the start and it was certainly just as, if not more, steamy.
What happens when your dominant looses his desire to dominate? That is the position that Spencer and Rory find themselves in when Jack becomes distant and withdrawn. They all love each other, there is no doubting that, but Jack seems to have pulled back from the dynamic of their relationship.
Struggling with issues at work and the fact that he is close to bankruptcy, Jack makes hard decisions that go against everything he believes in and that has a knock on affect with his relationship with Spencer and Rory.
Will Jack finally believe that he is good enough for Rory and Spencer, or will his insecurities bring their relationship down? Will Rory have the courage to confront her parents and tell them the truth not only about her relationship with both Jack and Spencer but also about the wedding they are planning? Can Spencer hold the relationship with the people he loves more than life itself together as they all struggle to come to terms with the changes that have occurred?
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Rory Campbell, Spencer Hartley and Jack Rothman are in a polyamorous relationship. Their union is further distinguished as Jack is a Dominant and Rory and Spencer are his submissives. This is a new discovery for Rory and Spencer while Jack has freely expressed and explored his sexuality for quite some time. They’ve now been together ten months and Rory is planning her wedding to Spencer and commitment to Jack by also taking his name. Meanwhile, Jack’s new business is in trouble, not because of his competency but due to some really dark elements.
This story is fascinating on so many levels. First, the Dom/sub relationship is portrayed so authentically, distinguishing the behaviors inside and outside of the bedroom. Yes, sexual norms are on full display, erotic and sensual, but what was more enlightening were the everyday dynamics between the three. Next, the dark forces that descended on Jack’s company triggered much more than a typical reaction in him. He’s a Dominant and he has the added desperation of performing in that role as caretaker for his submissives. It drives many of the decisions he makes to protect them within the context of that role. And lastly, their unusual relationship is always subject to judgment by family, friends, neighbors, co-workers and others. The reactions were diverse, ranging from being fully supportive to estrangement or outright rejection. It was interesting to consider the many ways this type of relationship is impacted in everyday life.
This is a duet narration using four performers. I’ve come to love this format, especially when all three characters are interacting with each other. The performance was excellent and the narrators were excellent in distinguishing their characters, too.
There was a lot of tension and suspense related to Jack’s business issues, quite scary in fact. I was riveted by this part of the story. I also enjoyed the family drama as it gave me lots of insight into how Rory, Spencer and Jack were shaped by the people who raised them. While the sexual scenes were highly erotic and sensual, they didn’t eclipse the heart of the story, which was the strength and depth of the emotional bonds between the three. There were so many layers and this is one of the best polyamorous stories I’ve read in a long time.
(I received an advance copy from the author in exchange for an unbiased review)
Sizzling Hot!
I loved this story! Full disclosure: I listened to it on audiobook, and let’s just stay I was glad I wasn’t listening to it in public, it was that hot! Jack, Spencer and Rory’s second book was just as good, if not better, than this first. Filled with both familial tension, wedding stress, and a surprise visit from the mob, this is one exciting story that I couldn’t put down!
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The first half of this book is frustrating for the characters and this reader as Jack lands himself in a situation that he doesn’t see a way out of – especially because he’s not confiding in the ones he loves and takes on burdens that should be shared. His secrets eat at him and create trouble within the triad. I do appreciate that the characters were kept true to who we were introduced as in book one, even if I wanted to reach out and repeatedly biff Jack.
I like when things start to turn (safe word – nail polish) and Jack begins to make amends and clean things up. The heat levels also skyrocket with this change, which I always love! And then there is that HEA! Oh my. *fanning self*
Some housekeeping items: This is part of a duet but the author has a recommended reading order that has you reading this, the second book, after Polished, Unmeasured, and Make Me. There are characters that crossover and become big parts of this book. Although, you can just read the duet, if that’s your preference.
The other thing is that I listened to the audio book I received from the author. This is the first time I’ve listened to one with five narrators! It reminded me of a table read for a play with so many voices. It took a little getting used to but Alyssa may have just spoiled me for other menage and RH audio books. The narrators had different accents and were fun to listen to. They were Erin Bateman, Adam Riley, J. Hawkins, Jack Walters, and Vivianna Marlowe.
Audiobook Version:
This is a great series- I love the characters. I am not a big fan of narrator changes but I do feel the new Jack did a great job. I loved that the story added something new in the form of action/drama. The relationship was tested in new ways. Great story, great narration, a great read all around!
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