
The club was a very exclusive BDSM club that prided itself on anonymity, yet the staff gossiped relentlessly in front of both the guests and the owner. The only area that stuck out at me was the nature of the gossip at the club and on the scene in general. The story not only deals with the start of a consensual D/s relationship, but the men’s feelings as they begin to fall in love with each other. The story delves into the psychological aspect as well as the erotic nature of their relationship, as Tobias is still dealing with what he sees as failings from his previous relationship and Noah hides pain that continues to torment him that was inflicted on him from his former Dom. Tobias is well respected and shows himself to be a demanding, yet compassionate Dom who truly has the best interests of his sub. But, a bit more time inside Noah’s head at times would have rounded out the story more. Told from Tobias’ POV, we do get a sense of both Tobias and Noah during their conversations with each other. The story immediately throws us into the BDSM world of clubs, rules, and contracts. We meet Tobias, Noah, and even Tobias’ former sub, Phantom right away. Submission is the first book in the five part series. A second night and then a weekend leads to a six month contract, where through bondage and discipline, Tobias helps Noah trust again and Tobias tried to balance his need to be a Dom with his need for love. Their first night together sets off a spark for both Tobias and Noah as they both see something they need in the other. He has been attached to several Doms, but has physical and emotional scars from not be treated in the right manner. Working days as a police officer, he longs to shed his authority and become the perfect submissive. Noah is a man truly in need of a skilled Dom. The owner, who is also Tobias’ friend, introduces him to Noah, as he feels they would be a good fit.

For his birthday, Tobias visits the D/s club where he has been a member for many years for a night of play. After mutually ending a long standing relationship, Tobias has not had a regular sub in some time. Tobias is a well respected and skilled Dom.

It takes the men on a journey of submission, bondage, intimacy, and love. Deviations is a five part series about Dominant Tobias, his longtime relationship with former sub, Phantom, and the start of his new relationship with Noah.
