Endangered Species (Time Served #1) by Onley James

 

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After spending his formative years in an abusive home, NICHOLAS WEBSTER has made a pretty good life for himself. He has friends, a lucrative job with Elite Protection Services, and a side gig that lets him help out those escaping the same abusive home situation he left behind. But no matter how many people he helps, he can’t escape the guilt over the one person he didn’t—his step-brother, Cyrus.

CYRUS WHITAKER has spent the last twenty years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, put there by the very person he vowed to protect. On the inside, he’s made strides to better himself so he can have a future on the outside. But just when he thinks there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, he receives a new cellmate—the boy who put him away all those years ago.

In trying to make things right, Webster has triggered a series of events that will ruin both their lives, or worse, end them. Somebody has framed him and sent him to a prison where they hope Cy’s need to get even will get rid of Webster for good. But they don’t know Cyrus or the bond they shared. A bond they still share. But can Webster figure out who’s doing this to them and why before Cyrus is forced to choose between hurting the one person he loves or spending his life in a cage?

ENDANGERED SPECIES is the first book in the Time Served Series and is a spin-off of the Elite Protection Services Series. It contains an HEA and no cliffhangers.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Endangered Species is a thrilling read by Onley James.  This is the first book in the Time Served series. If the rest of the series is like this, I can't wait!

As a spin off of Elite Protection Series, Webster is now in trouble and lands himself in danger. After finding something he shouldn't have in his research, he finds himself in prison, sharing a cell with his former stepbrother. 

There are many layers to this story, all of which are fascinating. There's the history between the men, which in itself is heart-wrenching, yet beautiful with the way they cared for each other. 

There's the danger in prison, which is present throughout. The guards have it out for Cy, and the fellows prisoners have it out for Webster. Their lives are constantly in danger and they have to be on their guard. 

Their relationship in itself is wonderful. They bonded through their experiences as kids, and they continue to love one another. I love the way their need to keep safe leads them to a sizzling sex life and falling in love. 

Then there's the overall case that Webster butted into. Cy has been wrongly imprisoned for the past 20 years. The case, and all the messy people involved, doesn't make things easy for these two. But you'll love how it all ends.

The writing continues to impress me. This author is absolutely addicting. The characters and their story are amazingly complex.  The author will grab your attention from the start and will take you on one hell of a ride. 

Endangered Species is riveting and needs to be read in one sitting. This Onley James book will keep you turning the pages late into the night. Definitely check this one out the next time you're in the mood for a danger/action/suspense thriller. 

Infuriating (Elite Protection Services #4) by Onley James

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What he fears is love.

JACKSON AVERY has everything in life, except somebody to share it with. But as the owner of one of the largest private security forces in the country, he’s got plenty to keep him busy until he finds ‘the one.’ After spending the last year dealing with the fallout of his best security agents falling for their clients, the last thing Jackson expects is to take one look at feisty camboy, Dayton Daniels, and almost instantly know that he’s it for him.

DAYTON DANIELS has been on his own since he was just fourteen years old. He’s spent his entire life scraping by, doing whatever’s necessary to survive. A severe learning disability has left Day unable to read and forced him to find creative ways to make a living. Camming allows him to earn money while keeping his clients at a distance, and Day has grown used to keeping everybody at a distance...until he witnesses a murder and Jackson Avery walks into his life.

Guarding Day is supposed to be a favor, a simple off the books job until they find out who killed a prominent attorney, but Jackson quickly realizes there is nothing simple about Day. He’s beautiful, smart, surprising, and Jackson is all in merely ten minutes after they meet. But Day, he can’t imagine a man like Jackson wanting to spend his life with somebody like him, and he is determined to do anything to send Jackson running in the opposite direction, no matter how much it hurts.

When Day starts receiving threatening emails, Jackson enlists his team to hunt down the killer. Day doesn’t want to spend the rest of his life living in fear, but every day he’s with Jackson, he falls a little harder, forming cracks in the walls he’s worked so hard to build up around himself. Can Jackson solve a murder and find a way past Day’s defenses to convince him there is such a thing as love at first sight and that everybody deserves a happily ever after, even him?

INFURIATING is the fourth book in the Elite Protection Services Series and contains age-gap, Daddy-kink, voyeurism and lingerie with a HEA and no cliffhangers.

Warning: This book contains brief portrayals of childhood emotional abuse as well as discussions of past child sexual trauma and one scene of on-page physical violence to a main character at the hands of somebody other than the main character.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Infuriating, the fourth book in the Elite Protection Services, is everything I love about this Onley James' series. 

This story revolves around Day, who witnessed a murder, and Jackson , who's hired to protect him. If you've been following this series, you'll remember that Jackson is the owner of the Protection Agency. And, yes, it's time for him to find love. 

Oh, how I love these men. Day is wonderfully open and unapologetic about who he is. He's a femme cam-boy and he's wonderful at it. His background is maddening however. Having learning disabilities, his whole life has revolved around him being told he's stupid. My hearts breaks for him. 

Day and Jackson are complete opposites who perfectly compliment one another. They fall into a Daddy relationship, as Day can't help but to call Jackson "Daddy," which is exactly what Day needs. They are awesome together, with lots of tension and chemistry that leads to some wonderfully steamy moments. Their relationship includes makeup, stockings, and lace which is all delicious! It includes first times and some serious emotion. 

Their story is one with plenty of danger, mystery, and suspense. This aspect is well developed and executed, leaving the reader with an absolutely gripping adventure. I couldn't put it down. 

I love the writing, as it's smooth and fluid. The author drew me in immediately, keeping me riveted throughout. And oh, the banter. I love the banter. Day's snark is entertaining as can be.

Infuriating is another fan-freakin-tastic addition to this bodyguard series. I love Onley James and I love this series. I seriously can't get enough of these books. 

Disciplinary Action by Onley James

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LEOPOLD GIDEON spent his childhood as the poor kid in a rich school until he met an older man who took him under his wing and into his bed, teaching him to not only survive but thrive among the elite and to never submit to anybody…except him. For fifteen years, Gideon had everything, but then tragedy strikes, leaving him alone once again.

CALLUM WHYTE was raised with every conceivable luxury but one: loving parents. When his father is indicted for federal crimes and his assets frozen, Cal has to learn to survive with nothing. When a friend offers him money to spend the night with the hot older man they all call Daddy, Cal has no choice but to say yes or literally risk going without medication he needs to stay alive.

One night with Daddy Gideon leaves Cal’s head spinning and his body longing for something he never thought he’d want: discipline. Too bad Gideon never plays with the same boy twice, not even ones who beg as sweetly as Cal.

Just when Cal thinks all hope is lost, he discovers Gideon is the new headmaster for his school, leading him to devise a plan to get what he wants by blackmailing the older man into spending the next six weeks with him. But Cal is about to learn it doesn’t pay to blackmail someone who doles out his punishments.

Will this battle of wills end in a ceasefire or heartbreak?

This book contains BDSM, Daddy Dom, Age-Gap, Teacher/Student and Domestic Discipline and is complete at 70,000 words with no cliffhanger and a HEA.

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Onley James' Disciplinary Action is a impressive book. It's a complex read that explores some tough and relevant issues. 

At it's heart, this is a forbidden relationship between two people who definitely belong together, but have a long journey to get there. It combines some BDSM, Daddy kink, age gap, and a serious medical condition, with hot sex and tender emotions. 

At first it seems like it will just be an intriguing BDSM read. But then...then it gets so complex and more emotional than I could have ever anticipated. This story is extremely hot, but despite the many sex scenes, each scene serves a purpose. Each scene brings them closer together, further cementing their bond. 

When we meet Cal, he's working his first job as a prostitute. Upon being hired to service the quirky Gideon, he finds more than he could have ever anticipated. These first scenes are marvelous. Heavy on the BDSM factor at the time, the emotions are always front and center. Gideon won my heart early on with his extreme kindness. Neither man expected more than that one time together. But life has other plans. 

This is a story of finding someone who makes you feel loved, wanted, taken care of, and desired. Cal has never felt these things. Ever. Until he meets Gideon. 

Both men have heart-wrenching back stories. Both men are sympathetic and lovable characters. Cal is young, sick, homeless, and an outcast at school.
Gideon is alone, grieving, and floundering in his personal life, with some deep emotional scars. 

Their story involves a thrilling web of events that I won't spoil here. It's all well developed, pulling the reader in and keeping them on the edge of their seats at times. 

This story spends time exploring homelessness, both the struggles to survive each night, and the judgements placed upon the homeless. As well, the horrific problem with prescription drugs is well illustrated. The way Cal is treated is vile, and the struggles with his health are terrifying. As for the people at the school, they are horrid. To harm a young man the way they do is appalling. It is frustrating, maddening, and leaves the reader with a total sense of helplessness. I applaud the author for the way this is written.

The author continues to impress me in general, with her writing style, extraordinary characters, and thrilling story lines. So far, each book is a must read. Although BDSM stories are not for everyone, this one excels in exploring the emotions behind BDSM, and ends up being so much more than just a BDSM read. 

My favorite line is "Who cares what people think? They don't live your life. They don't pay your bills, so they can keep their opinions to themselves." Awww, so true. Too bad we can't all remember this in our daily lives.

In all, Onley James' Disciplinary Action is an amazing and accomplished tale. The tenderness, the emotions, and the beauty all combine to make this a remarkable story. It's riveting, intriguing, and I couldn't put it down. 

Exasperating (Elite Protection Services #3) by Onley James

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CALDER SETON is an unapologetic manwhore. Former Texas Ranger turned private security agent for Elite, he’s an expert at keeping his heart to himself. His employer wishes he’d do the same for his body. Calder has a habit of sleeping with Elite’s clients and they’ve told him to keep it in his pants or find a new job. That’s fine with Calder. He has a new playmate anyway, virginal actor Robby Shaw.

ROBBY SHAW spent most of his life sheltered from the world until he lands a role in an LA kid’s show and becomes the fake boyfriend of A-list actor, Elijah Dunne. When that relationship ends in humiliation and heartache, Robby meltdowns epically, landing him in county lockup and on the radar of Calder Seton, who he hasn’t seen in over a month.

A sizzling hookup leaves both Robby and Calder questioning their life choices, and when Robby’s life is threatened, Calder doesn’t hesitate to step in, free of charge. Unfortunately, Robby hires Elite before he can volunteer, putting himself on Calder’s list of untouchables until they can solve a murder.

The rules of Romancelandia state only a virgin can tame a manwhore, but both Robby and Calder have a pile of baggage and everything from a cult to anonymous killers standing in their way. Can they find a way to heal from their pasts so they can have a future?

EXASPERATING is the third book in the Elite Protection Services Series and contains age-gap, high-heat romance with an HEA and no cliffhangers.

Warning: This book references past childhood abuse.


Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Damn, Onley James' Exasperating, the third book in the Elite Protection Service is spectacular. From the very beginning, I was sucked into this amazing story, unable to put it down.

Robby will pull at your heartstrings from page one to the end. Growing up in a cult, the reader is fully able to understand the level of abuse he suffered. Now an actor, he's lonely, in danger, and charged with murder. And Calder, wow, just wow. Calder agreeing to protect Robby is awesome. Having always been a manwhore, it's natural that he wants to get sexual with his new charge, but he's been told no more sleeping with his clients. Cue the conflict!

Their story involves a manwhore, a virgin, and a whole lot of tension. There's a large age gap of 21 years that adds immensely to the fun. Their story is full of angst, but light on the suspense, despite the overall situation being mysterious and full of surprises. Their story is full of character growth, as both men have a lot of personal issues to overcome. 

The writing is stellar, with multi-layered characters and an extremely complex storyline. The author excels in every area of character and story development. 

She doesn't shy away from tackling a slew of serious topics. She expertly delves into the world of child trafficking, both the large scale of the operations, as well as the inability of law officials to stop them. Onley James also delves into the world of religious cults, the complete power and control of the leaders, and the absolutely horrific events that take place. All this is approached with seriousness, yet it never overshadows this character driven romance. 

I have to admit I am unsure of how I feel about the ending, but it doesn't take away from the story for me. 

Overall, I highly recommend Exasperating. This Onley James book is a must read next time you're in the mood for something deep and serious. This May to December romance is sweet and steamy, full of fantastic chemistry and an intense connection. 

Captivating (Elite Protection Services #2) by Onley James

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Jayne Shepherd has spent his life blending in. He smiles. He laughs. He’s likable. He’s also a sociopath. His emotions are limited. Love, fear, desire don’t exist in his world. Until he meets Elijah.

Elijah Dunne had everything. Third generation Hollywood royalty. Child star. Untouchable. Until one man ruined it all. Elijah fled LA to try to forget, but now, he’s back on top and back on a monster’s radar. Elijah doesn’t think he’ll ever feel safe. Until he meets Shepherd.

Elijah and Shep only have one thing in common. They both wear masks. Shep makes Elijah feel protected. Seen. Elijah makes Shep just feel. Now that he’s had a taste, he’s not about to let him go.

Everybody warns that what they have isn’t real. Shep is obsessed with Elijah, not in love. But Elijah craves Shep’s obsession. He can’t imagine life without him. In Hollywood, being a sociopath is more a life skill than a diagnosis. Could Shep be the monster Elijah needs to finally slay his demons?

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

Onley James' Captivating is an outstanding bodyguard romance. 

This is the story of Elijah, who's an actor, and Shep who's hired as his bodyguard. Elijah's an actor who's still young but is full of demons. He has a past that's painful, and some threats against him.

Damn, Elijah's past is gut wrenching. With a past full of hurt and pain, Shep finds himself set on protecting him and getting revenge for Elijah. 

And oh man, the attraction and chemistry is off the charts. They are two men who have no experience with sex, who end up learning and experimenting with each other. Shep's sexual awareness is a great read, as he never really wanted or understood sex. Until now. He never experienced want or need before. And Elijah finds himself suddenly wanting to be touched and held. Omg, it is so good!

The depth of Elijah's character mixed with Shep's lack of ability to read social cues makes for a fascinating read. These are two seriously complex characters. 

Shep. Wow, Shep. A man without emotions, a man who never feels connections, his character development is outstanding. I am extremely impressed with the way the author portrays his mental issues.

This line by Shep perfectly sums up their relationship. "I might not understand love or hate, but my body understands yours. My body responds to you...only you." Wow!

Honestly, this  whole story just blew me away. The complexity of the characters is undeniable, the strength of the story is magnificent, and the emotions involved are plenty. 

Once again, like in Intoxicating, the author doesn't hold back and tackles a tough, multi-layered issue with heart and compassion.

There's a lot going on in Captivating. I don't want to ruin it for anyone, so I just want to say, read it! You will not be disappointed. 

Intoxicating ( Elite Protection Services #1) by Onley James

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Lincoln Hudson has just been handed the easiest job in the world. Babysit the spoiled son of a conservative senator, keep him out of trouble, and receive a six-figure paycheck, a paycheck he desperately needs. Wyatt’s father claims he needs Linc’s firm hand and discipline. One look at him and Linc agrees. Wyatt needs discipline.

Being the closeted gay son of a family values senator has left Wyatt Edgeworth with a reckless streak and a love of partying that just cost him eight months of his life and might cost his father his re-election. So now he has a babysitter. A very sexy babysitter.

When Wyatt drunkenly tells Linc he’d make an excellent Daddy, they reach an understanding. Wyatt gets a Daddy and Linc gets a paycheck, then they go their separate ways. For this to work, discretion is key, but with a reporter dogging Wyatt’s every move, that might prove impossible.

Staying together was never an option, but with each passing day, their feelings only grow. Will they risk it all for what’s supposed to be a harmless fling?

Intoxicating is the first book in the Elite Protection Services Series and contains age-gap, Daddy-kink and BDSM elements complete with a HEA and no cliffhangers.

Review 

My Rating - 5 Stars!

From the start, I was completely riveted by Onley James' Intoxicating. An amazing story of finding a purpose, I was intrigued throughout.

The prologue sets the reader off on an amazing journey, as Wyatt is instantly a sympathetic character. What follows only furthers our love of the troubled man. 

With parents that don't care about him and in the political eye, Wyatt's drowning and has nothing to live for. Never been able to make a decision or care for himself, he doesn't know how to do the simplest of tasks. Let's just say that having a Daddy is exactly what he needs.

When Linc's hired to babysit Wyatt, everything changes, as the tough Linc not only recognizes Wyatt's need, but can also deliver. My heart warmed watching Wyatt find someone to not only protect him, but to also save and love him.

This Daddy romance is fast paced, riveting, and full of amazing characters. It's a wonderful storyline, with both main characters having heavy backgrounds. The author delves into the pain of PTDS, conversion therapy and sexual abuse. 

I love Wyatt. He's a loveable yet broken man. But it's his skills with makeup that are truly extraordinary. I appreciate his thoughts about makeup, as it provides a mask to hide behind, and with makeup, anyone can be beautiful.

The Daddy play is perfectly done, just what both men need. Damn, these two are super steamy together. If you're looking for some hot scenes, you will not be disappointed.


Intoxicating is a story with a lot of meat, a lot of heart, and a lot of sex. I truly love this story of finding someone to trust. A gripping and emotional story, I can't wait for the next book in this Elite Protection Services series.