The words and language the author used was utterly fantastic, beautiful, almost like poetry.
I understand this was supposed to be satire etc, but it hit me in the feels big time, and the writing was absolutely elegant. This is the 1st book I’ve ever read/listened to by Cole, and I was very pleasantly surprised.
The meaning behind the D/s relationship was shown beautifully, and while the author mentions its a satire, that meaning is absolutely not. The discussion the MC’s have on what a D/s relationship is, and the fact that yes it can be detrimental to a person if it’s not wanted and agreed upon by everyone in the relationship was perfectly done. A D/s relationship can fulfill not only a kink or fetish but a deep seeded NEED in a person, and that need is absolutely not wrong, and when the need is met by its twin in another person, it can be absolutely stunning in its love and trust. Cole wrote this exactly right.
Joel is of course amazing as usual. He is one of my all time favorite narrators, and he can bring a depth of feeling and somehow conveys the emotions behind the writing so well. Whether it’s sexual, humor, control, demanding or need, he is an absolute expert in his finely honed craft.
I can only say this was a very pleasant surprise for me, and I am absolutely glad I spent the money to purchase this title. Even though it’s not listed as Daddy kink, and the submissive says he will not call him Daddy, which is done be humorous, that is exactly what this particular relationship is.