Perfectly Paired (Masters and Mercenaries: Topped Book 3)

-Spinoff of M&M series holds its own. The Sanctum/Top series is an offshoot of the Masters & Mercenaries series by Ms. Blake and this is a particularly solid entry to it. I thought Sebastian and Tiffany had their own special challenges that gave a bit of a freshness to the tale and yet was still firmly rooted in the M&M ‘verse.-Sebastian and Tiffany are a great Beauty and the Beast type love story. Sebastian lost both his legs while serving in the military and he lost his family when he returned because of circumstances beyond his control. So he’s dealing with alot of emotional baggage, but he’s worked his way to Top(restaurant owned by the Taggart brothers from M&M)’s master sommelier, as well as Master at Sanctum. Tiffany is part of the Top crew and she has loved Sebastian from afar, but she’s done with that. When presented with a chance to be paired up with Sebastian as a D/s couple to train another new couple to BDSM, Tiffany is bound and determined (heh) to get her man. Yep, that’s when romance happens.-Sebastian’s physical challenges are not ignored or glossed over. Sebastian certainly has the Dom personality, but add to that his emotional Chinese Wall, and refusal to ask for help, and his character arc is strong. Ms. Blake delves into the physical challenges that he faces and integrates it seamlessly into this romance, which I appreciated. Subplots twist and change, but ultimately give a bit of external tension to this tortured love story and really helped to solidify Sebastian’s emotional growth.-BDSM is there, mostly D/s. There’s enough BDSM (Ms. Blake’s tend to stay in the safe, sane and consensual end of the spectrum) and there are enough love scenes to keep this longtime reader happy.-Great cameos from the M&M crew. The cherry on top is seeing long time favorites pop in to make their presence known. God I love Ian Taggart. *sigh* ok back on track. These cameos are always a treat and they enhanced my overall enjoyment of this tale.The Bottom Line 4 starsI really enjoyed this entry in the series and if you’re a Masters & Mercenaries fan, you should absolutely check it out. If not, what are you waiting for? Defintely recommend this series and its spinoffs to those who like a touch of BDSM and suspense with their contemporary romances.**ARC provided by author via inkslinger PR for review**

Perfectly Paired will amaze you with its attention to detail. The story of a Don who feels he is less than a man due to the loss of his legs from his service to his country and a scatterbrained artist who floats through life. This is the story of Sebastian and Tiffany and how they find their HEA by allowing each other to need the imperfection of the other.As always with a Lexi Blake book be prepared for an amazing story of dominance and submission that will entice and enthrall you. This is one you will not put down and will read in one sitting. I loved the interplay between Sebastian and Tiffany as they worked together to get what they needed out of each other. As always the submissive holds all the power.This is one of the best books I have read about the aftercare and needs of an amputee. You do not feel pity for Sebastian but you do understand that all Tiffany wants to do is care for her man. Once Sebastian admits that she is the woman for him the story is one of the most romantic I have read because we get a glimpse into his fear of her leaving him and what it would do to him. The part of the story told from his perspective really got to me and was made sweet by his surrender. You will enjoy this book immensely. There are many familiar characters from Blake's other books to make this an emotionally satisfying book.

PERFECTLY PAIRED Topped Book 3Lexi BlakeSebastian is Sommelier at Top. McKay-Taggart needs to train a wealthy young tech exec for membership at Sanctum so they want a D/s couple. Tiffany is an artist who waitresses at Top so she sees Sebastian with the customers, advising them on wine, and she wants HIM. This is chick lit, so our two wannabe lovers must pose as a D/s couple. She knows he lost both legs in the military and doesn't care. She is late on their first day, so the spanking is disciplinary, not erotic. She sees herself as Androcles... Her thorny Dom is the lion. We learn a LOT about wines.

Perfectly Paired took me some time to get into. It was a little slower and Sebastian's stiff and serious personality rubbed me the wrong way. That being said, made his description, personality, and seriousness as a Dom, very consistent. I gradually warmed up to him as I learned more about him, his struggles, and his pleasures. Tiffany' s bubbly and free spirit helped to give their interaction and story line a balance for me.I'm always in favor of a damsel in distress needing to be saved and Lexi Blake delivered that nicely. I'm sorry to say this book wasn't one of my favorites written by Lexi, but that is definitely not a reason to pass up Lexi Blake's book. If you have been reading the "Masters and Mercenaries" books; then you know the family and friends involved, and you definitely won't want to miss out on Tiffany and Sebastian's story. Plus, the sex is off the charts hot, the banter between them and the family of characters, and the ins and outs of their every day lives can not be ignored. It's a "Masters and Mercenaries" book! You have to read it!

The story of Sebastian and Tiffany.No plot spoilers.This is a story about two people overcoming adversity and a ton of self doubt and it contains such wonderful emotion.I laughed and cried, I cheered the leads and wanted to shout when they took a wrong turn.There are D/s sex scenes expertly written by an absolute masterful author. There are also cameos from previous books and the scene of Ian and Charlie having a nap made me laugh out loud.

I have read bits and pieces over numerous books about Sebastian and Tiffany. It was great to finally get their full story. Tiffany was one determined sub, desperate to heal and love the man she wanted. Not one to back down from his rejection she faced him full on and what a battle! I could literally envision the whole scene. Another cracker Ms Blake!! Thank you......for keeping me reading till the very early hours as I couldn't stop reading!! Next please!! 😉

Another perfect pairing from Lexi Blake. Tiffany and Sebastian are paired to assist with training but secretly this is Tiffany's plan to get close to her Dom. The twists and turns due to insecurities are all balanced by the end and I felt for both these characters as they tried to build a relationship.

Lexi Blake, stands out among contemporary authors. Her books are a sheer delight, bringing humour and a world you want to believe in. The characters involved in the stories are everything you ever wanted or needed in your imagination of how life should be.

I waited eagerly for this latest in the series of masters and mercenaries and I was not disappointed. Tiffany saw Sebastian, and set out to get her man. Sebastian, hot,dark and sexy. My only minor criticism, I would have liked more of the Taggert gang in the book. Lexi you are brilliant.