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Firm Hand (Perfect Hands Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Nora Phoenix (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 2,288 ratings
How can he want to call his best friend’s son Sir? Or even worse…Daddy?

Cornell is broken after losing his best friend, Jonas, and getting hurt himself. He’s too old, too imperfect to ever attract a Dom again.

Until Rhys.

When Rhys gives him commands, Cornell yearns to obey.
When Rhys takes care of him, Cornell wants to kneel for him.
When Rhys is everything he’s dreamed of, Cornell aches to call him Sir.
And when Rhys makes him fly, Cornell soars higher than ever before.

But there’s one problem. Rhys is twenty years his junior…and he’s Jonas’s son. How can you want to call your best friend’s son Sir…or Daddy?

Firm Hand is a standalone slow burn MM romance with daddy boy care, an age gap, a very caring Daddy and a boy who needs it, hurt/comfort, mild D/s play, and all the feels.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07S2FSX6K
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (May 16, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 16, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 319 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Nora Phoenix

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I write steamy gay romance books and I love it. I also love reading books. Books are everything.

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A little more detail? Gotcha.

I started writing my first stories when I was a teen…on a freaking typewriter. I still have these, and they’re adorably romantic. And bad, haha. Fear of failing kept me from following my dream to become a romance author, so you can imagine how proud and ecstatic I am that I finally overcame my fears and self doubt and did it. I adore my genre because I love writing and reading about flawed, strong men who are just a tad broken..but find their happy ever after anyway.

My favorite books to read are pretty much all MM/gay romances as long as they have a happy end. Kink is a plus… Aside from that, I also read a lot of nonfiction and not just books on writing. Popular psychology is a favorite topic of mine and so are self help and sociology.

Hobbies? Ain’t nobody got time for that. Just kidding. I love traveling, spending time near the ocean, and hiking. But I love books more.

Come hang out with me in my Facebook Group Nora’s Nook where I share previews, sneak peeks, freebies, fun stuff, and much more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/norasnook/

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Customers find the book emotionally resonant, dealing with grief in a realistic way, and appreciate its steamy, bittersweet romance. The writing is well-executed, and customers love the characters, particularly the dynamic between Cornell and Rhys. They praise the book's understanding of relationships, with one customer noting how communication matches their life experiences. The book features a lovely couple, and customers enjoy the age gap theme, with one review specifically mentioning the younger dom and older sub dynamic.

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64 customers mention "Emotional content"64 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, particularly how it deals with grief in a realistic way.

"...That said. There's a lot packed into a wonderful story full of emotions, feelings, desires and kink. Love me some good kink and was not disappointed." Read more

"...For me it's was an emotional rollercoaster ride and both Cornell and Reese's relationship was so emotional...." Read more

"...so good though and the love that develops thru the story is sweet and tender. I’m looking forward to reading the next in the series...." Read more

"...This story deals with grief in a realistic way and really shows how grief is different for everyone...." Read more

58 customers mention "Romance"58 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as a steamy loving story with interesting relationships, and one customer notes how love and kink create a great combination.

"...Lots of relationships. Relationship between Father and Father's Best Friend Relationship between Father and Son..." Read more

"...It’s a beautiful love story, with an age gap & daddy & boy. I highly recommend this book & series!! Nora is one of the best writers period!" Read more

"...It was a very romantic read for me, even with the sadder aspects of the book." Read more

"...And their relationship was tender and caring on both sides. I wish there was a series just following Rhys and Cornell😊..." Read more

31 customers mention "Writing quality"28 positive3 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as wonderfully well written and a sweet read, with one customer noting the brilliant narration.

"...They really understand the thinking of each and beautifully display communication, reaction and translate those into some great scenes, in addition..." Read more

"...I also loved how the author dealt realistically with the ageism in the BDSM community and for me (as a disabled person myself) how the author..." Read more

"...It is one of my favorites!! It’s so well done!! Plus you will LOVE this characters!!..." Read more

"...All in all a good try but not really well executed. The writing was good and the narrator only once used the wrong name." Read more

21 customers mention "Character development"21 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one noting how they feel everything the characters feel.

"...It is one of my favorites!! It’s so well done!! Plus you will LOVE this characters!!..." Read more

"...The characters are fleshed out really well and their communication matches their life experiences rather than their age which I found refreshing...." Read more

"...because her stories have the total depth of story, feelings, character development and sex that make a complete package...." Read more

"...You get to know the characters intimately and offered a chance to understand this type of relationship beyond just the physical...." Read more

21 customers mention "Understanding"21 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's understanding, with one customer highlighting its superb knowledge of intricacies and another noting how the characters' communication reflects their life experiences.

"...They really understand the thinking of each and beautifully display communication, reaction and translate those into some great scenes, in addition..." Read more

"...The characters are fleshed out really well and their communication matches their life experiences rather than their age which I found refreshing...." Read more

"...Mastery can be achieved through great experiences, but can also be part of the innate skill of some...." Read more

"...The material is handled in a thoughtful and mature way, and I cannot wait to discover more of this author's work." Read more

18 customers mention "Beauty"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, describing it as lovely with a perfect couple, and one customer notes that the cover picture caught their eye.

"Beautiful describes what I felt after reading this story. I loved how Rhys never allowed Cornell to give in to his insecurities...." Read more

"The cover pic grabbed my eye & I’m really glad it did! I read A Lot, and romance stereotypes drive me nuts...." Read more

"...A good look at how healing happens differently for each person and that there is no right or wrong way as long as it works for you...." Read more

"...But other than that it was a very cute book. I would recommend it." Read more

13 customers mention "Age gap"10 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the age gap dynamic in the book, with one customer particularly enjoying the younger sub and older Dom/daddy relationship.

"...It’s a beautiful love story, with an age gap & daddy & boy. I highly recommend this book & series!! Nora is one of the best writers period!" Read more

"...Ah well, this is what I liked: the age gap, the younger dom and older sub, even the car accident and the grieving process - I really do like to read..." Read more

"It was a very good read I always loved the age gap stories, but the reverse in the dynamic was a wonderful twist...." Read more

"...I loved the older sub and younger Dom/daddy. I highly recommend this book." Read more

11 customers mention "Dynamics"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the chemistry between Cornell and Rhys, with one customer particularly appreciating the dynamic of an older sub relationship.

"...I loved their dynamic, sweetness and tenderness. Love can come from tragedy." Read more

"This book was beyond outstanding. It was exceptional well-written with dynamic and unique characters that touched my heart in so many ways...." Read more

"...The multiple types of dynamics and relationships going on was very interesting...." Read more

"...Surely a tear-jerker with lots happy times. I really liked the dynamics between these two and the way they worked together to make things work..." Read more

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  • ken
    5.0 out of 5 stars All About Relationships... Lots of Relationships
    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2021
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    New to the author and went in with an open mind. I like to see an artists work as intended and not let too many details or reviews cloud my own experience of their work. However, I did understand the main plot point was based on a younger Dom and older sub - which is what attracted me to it. What I found was a very entertaining story that touched on a variety of different relationships. Lots of relationships.

    Relationship between Father and Father's Best Friend
    Relationship between Father and Son
    Relationship between Son and Father's Best Friend
    Relationship between Son and Mother
    Relationship between Dom and Mentor
    Relationship between Young Dom and older sub
    Relationship between Young Dom and his dominance
    Relationship between older sub and his age and physical limitations

    The character that spoke to my heart most was the older sub. You could see how submission was hard-wired into his being and feel his frustrating quest to find his forever Dom, challenged by his own feelings on aging and physical limitations. We see his aching need to serve, we root for him to discard those ideas that block him and we are thrilled when he gets his needs met.

    The other main character faces a slightly similar challenge. As a young Dom he is often dismissed as immature and unskilled, despite old school training from an established Master and his own clearly natural dominance. You can teach skills and practice dialogue, but you can't create the essence of a true Dominant.

    As in the real scene, age actually does not define either a boy or a Dom - their character does. Yet there is a fundamental difference in life experience, physical abilities, status in the community, etc. However, these differences lose power as the relationship deepens. The right Dom paired with the right sub will find away to mutually benefit from each, without compromising their D/s dynamic.

    As I read the first 3/4 of the story I was pleasantly struck by the authors incredible understanding of the mind of both Dom and sub. They really understand the thinking of each and beautifully display communication, reaction and translate those into some great scenes, in addition to, how the dynamic lives outside the playroom.

    Not so secret is that this story also delves into the area of Daddy/boy relationships. Admittedly, this is a dynamic I don't clearly understand and struggle to find a connection to. A Daddy may have similar traits as a Dom in their need to control, nurture and care for their boy, but this does not always translate into a BDSM lifestyle.

    That said. There's a lot packed into a wonderful story full of emotions, feelings, desires and kink. Love me some good kink and was not disappointed.
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  • Gigi Kiersten
    4.0 out of 5 stars An Emotional Rollercoaster
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2021
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    TRIGGER WARNINGS:  Mentions of Parental Incest (neither MC participates in that),  Godson/Godparent relationship, Age Gap,  Previous relationship with MC's father,  Mild to Moderate mention of Age Play. 

    I would have given this book five stars if it had any trigger warnings.  However, there were quite a few triggers that neither the blurb nor the cover prepared me for.   This book is not for everyone, if your reading sensibilities are more on the normal or prudish side give this book a wide berth.   For me it's was an emotional rollercoaster ride and both Cornell and Reese's relationship was so emotional. especially with the death of Cornell's best friend and occasional lover.  I also loved how the author dealt realistically with the ageism in the BDSM community and for me (as a disabled person myself) how the author wrote about Cornell's disability and his gradual acceptance of his new normal. 

    His disability wasn't cured with the power of Reese's love, and I love how Reese is accepting and accommodating to Cornell's disability.  As for the sex, it was super hot (especially towards the end).  Unfortunately, I wish I could give it 5 stars but they are way too many surprise triggers in this book for me to do that. 
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  • Mary Gates
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow - Loved this one!!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
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    I have reread this one and the series many times. It is one of my favorites!! It’s so well done!! Plus you will LOVE this characters!! Rhys is the son of Cornell’s best friend Jones who dies in a car accident with Cornell in the car as well.
    It’s a beautiful love story, with an age gap & daddy & boy.
    I highly recommend this book & series!!
    Nora is one of the best writers period!
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  • Manuela
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected
    Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2022
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    And here I did it again, got sucked in by five star reviews. And I didn't read the blurb. I read the book while listening to Kenneth Obi narrating.
    Ah well, this is what I liked: the age gap, the younger dom and older sub, even the car accident and the grieving process - I really do like to read about the heartbreak of an unexpected death. I liked that they eventually talked. Nothing is worse than drama coming from non-communication. I liked Ford, Rhys's mentor Dom and Raf, Brendan's little. What I didn't like was the portrayal of the only two female characters in the book. Their behaviour was downright mean, so not what I was comfortable with. Then there was the isolation during the time Cornell is recovering at Rhys's house. Cornell lost his best and only friend Jonas in a car accident, in which he got severely injured as well, and when he is in doubt about Rhys's intentions his only chance to talk to someone is a friend and mentor of Rhys's. Despite living the "dream" of not working and being at home myself I did not get the "I want to spend all my time with you so I quit my job" vibe after both MCs spent two weeks together, so of course they both lost parent(s) and inherited money. Cudos to Rhys though to start his own business, even though he wasn't doing much more than stare at spread sheets and being happy about a few bookings lined up for the coming weeks. Then there was the D/s relationship that morphed in the last third of the book into a Daddy/boy relationship. I enjoy reading about both but somehow watching the development in such a short time of about a month was not feeling natural. I would have liked to know more about Rhys's and Cornell's relationship before Rhys acted on his crush and inviting him to his place for recovery. Being not blood related making them godfather and godson, even though Rhys had outgrown any dependence, added a moral taboo that wasn't necessary. It just added to the hotchpotch that this book already was. Questionable consent as well as patient/physiotherapist interaction added to a cringe worthy feeling. I am no prude and I have seen segments of the book like a massage with happy ending in porn, but even my husband, who had the chance of listening involuntarily to bits and pieces, asked if they did anything else than have sex. He was sleeping while Cornell was having his inner monologues about doubting Rhys and himself. All in all a good try but not really well executed. The writing was good and the narrator only once used the wrong name.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2019
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    Yet again Nora Phoenix gives the reader all they could want. Great characters, fantastic plot and a love match like no other. This author has a way of making the characters come to life on the page. It was easy to fall in love with Cornell (love the name!) and Rhys. Each turn they take the reader goes along with them.
    Cornell wants love and comfort. He wants to be allowed to be the sub he longs to be but as a single man in his forties others just don't see him like that. In an instant things change for him and he has to start again. His best friends son comes to his rescue in more ways than one. Cornell not only learns that what he's wanted for so long can be achieved but he learns some new things about himself.
    Rhys has known Cornell all his life but stopped thinking of him as a godfather many years ago. He can offer Cornell support and help with getting his life in track and the same time as letting the man realise who Rhys should be in his life.
    These beautiful men learn to communicate and find out things about themselves that are so right but still surprising.
    You can pick up any book from this author and you will always find a great read but this is one I'd recommend to leave you feeling good after taking you on an emotional journey.
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  • Kel
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story
    Reviewed in Australia on August 27, 2020
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    This was a beautiful story with many bittersweet moments. The MCs relationship evolved with their open honesty with each other and there are few things more romantic than seeing a couple feel secure enough with each other to be vulnerable and honest.

    I also loved the younger Dom and older sub dynamic.
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  • Larissa A.
    5.0 out of 5 stars SO GOOD
    Reviewed in Brazil on September 14, 2019
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    I loved the dynamic between Rhys and Cornell! I was afraid that this book would be filled with too much angst but the author did an excellent job of being respectful while keeping this a light and nice read. Sure there was a lot happening with Cornell mentally and physically but everything was beautifully executed. Now off to the next one in the series.
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  • María Je
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the story
    Reviewed in Spain on August 29, 2019
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    I was caught from the beginning and I couldn't stop reading.
    Loved the characters and their evolution. You won't regret reading this endearing story.
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  • Joan W
    5.0 out of 5 stars A "boy" and his daddy
    Reviewed in Canada on June 2, 2019
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    I wasn't sure if I would like a book with a very much younger daddy and an older "boy",but this book was very hard to put down once I started it.! The emotional situations that both Rhys and Cornell went through together were intense and some broke my heart. The way their relationship was handled was brilliant with both the negative and positive sides of an older sub who was the dom's father being handled sensitively. A really great read!
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