Review: Review: By His Rules by J.A. Rock
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 6, 2013
Okay I really liked this one. It is one of the very few domestic discipline books that I have read. In fact I have only read one other series (free, four books and ongoing) that was domestic discipline so this new one was a wonderful find and I didn't even know it was going to be DD! It was another spur of the moment by that mostly caught my attention by the book cover and title.So it was to my surprise and delight when By His Rules took that turn, as I was not really enjoying what was going on between Aiden and Scott. He was harming Aiden, not hurting because pain is usually a part of BDSM, he actually harming him both physically and mentally. Aiden was so confused which made it even worse and made my heart hurt for him.When we learn a little more about Keaton and that he is looking for a DD relationship I was so excited, as I admit it is something that appeals to me and is quite different than most D/s relationships.When Aiden moves in with Keaton for some time to heal and get back on his feet after the horrid relationship with Scott they are very drawn to each other and soon a DD relationship forms. It turns out to be exactly what Aiden needs in his life. But Aiden is still fragile and we follow him through his healing, worries, fears and more. It was a very good look on DD (though the first half of the book was not DD) from what I know of it and I look forward to more by this author.I admit I am hoping for another DD relationship book as this is the first one I have found besides the one series. ^^I would highly recommend By His Rules to anyone who is looking for a good look on DD lifestyle--I think it had a pretty real and not too fictional look on it--and to anyone looking for a good m/m contemporary BDSM read. Though I do warn that it is not for everyone. Please read the publisher's note and keep in mind that Aiden does go through an abusive relationship.