Reviewed by Amber

This is a Series Review of Up-Ending Tad: A Journey of Erotic Discovery (Books 1 &2)

AUTHOR: Kora Knight

PUBLISHER: Self Pub

SERIES REVIEW:

I know this is categorized as “Erotica” and this is for sure erotic as all get out but it was also beautifully romantic and I hate to think the romance comes second. What starts as a seriously HOT one-off, turns in something so much more. I loved how Scott and Tad were with each other. Even when both wanted to keep their distance there was something so carnal about their connection. These are the first books that I’ve read by this author and she DID NOT disappoint. This whole series is like an onion, each one has a new layer and it delves deeper into sexual explorations and emotional connection. These books were remarkable!!

I want more! I want spinoffs! I want Breck’s story! I want Max’s story!! I want it all and then I want seconds and thirds!! I HIGHLY recommend this whole series…I read all 5 in just a couple days…almost impossible to put down!!! Get them!!!

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BOOK 1 TITLE: Loser Takes All

LENGTH: 63 pages

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Tad’s weekend started out like any other: hitting a college frat party with a handful of buddies. But just as the evening hits its peak, things get up-ended fast. Ditched by his drunken, trolling friends, Tad winds up getting hustled by three jocks playing poker. Now he’s forced to pay his dues in the most outlandish of ways: accepting a couple broken bones or spending an hour with his victors’ favorite flogger, Scott. But the tantalizing torture quickly proves to be the least of Tad’s worries… and the kickoff to a night of raw, shocking lust.

Experience the graphic, minute-by-minute account of that hour spent at the hands of Tad’s insatiable tormentor. Addicting chemistry lights the stage as Scott ignites Tad’s reluctant desires into a frenzy of forbidden need.

REVIEW:

I was actually a little hesitant about this story due to the fact that it’s very clear there is no real romantic connection between these main characters going on what the blurb states. But I was actually really surprised how much feeling, care and concern was apparent from the beginning.

This was the most unique plot I think I’ve ever read. Reading it at first it almost gives you an icky feeling but reading it was anything but.

Scott is a “part-time” Dom and a full time personal trainer and kickboxing instructor. Occasionally he helps his roommate out by picking up “clients” who want to dabble in BDSM. When Tad arrives at his door they both are immediately intrigued.

Tad is a full-time graduate student who also interns in the mailroom at the local Newspaper office. A night out playing poker results in the loss of his free will. Fearing personal injury he accepts his loss and follows through on the wager.

Believing himself to be 100% straight he’s thrown by the things he does with Scott and how they make him feel, the sex between these two is “blow the top of your head off” HOT!! Holy smokes…!! Scott’s patience and his overall need to comfort and engage Tad was mesmerizing.

I truly enjoyed this book. It was like eating potato chips, one wasn’t enough, not even close. You immediately want to delve right into book 2…and I did….!!! These were so good…get them now!!!

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BOOK 2 TITLE: Test of Endurance

LENGTH: 69 pages

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The last time Tad saw Scott, the ripped physical trainer left him with quite a lot to think about. And that’s pretty much all Tad’s been doing for nearly two weeks straight. At his wit’s end, he seeks Scott out, voluntarily, on his own terms. Will the completely different setting offer what he’s seeking; proof that their exchange’s unexpected turn was just a random mishap? Hormones run amok and truly nothing more? Or will being in Scott’s presence suggest something different… their newest encounter tempting Tad’s resolve while testing his ultimate limits.

REVIEW:

Book 2 takes place only a few weeks after Loser Takes All. So, after their incredibly explosive night together Tad is having a very hard time forgetting Scott and putting it all behind him. He finds himself obsessing over every detail and every moment. Analyzing and over analyzing everything. He’s particularly struggling with the sexuality aspect of the encounter. He’s never thought of himself as gay so he can’t figure out why he still wants to see Scott again.

Giving in Tad contacts Scott wanting to hang out and see if the feelings come back. Again, like book 1 I loved how Tad allowed himself to explore this new aspect of his sexuality with Scott. Hesitant and fearful but also brave and daring he delves into another crazy hot scene with Scott.

What neither of them expect or anticipate are the feelings that are beginning to develop between them. They already know how unbelievable the sex is between them…neither of them is ready for anything more.

I really enjoyed the complex feelings they both battle in this story. It was such a dichotomy. This story touched lightly on romance but it was enough to really wet my appetite for more. It was perfectly done!!

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