So good!

This story is fun and sexy, with some wonderfully heartfelt moments mixed in. I enjoyed Nate and Alistair's growth from one night stand to eventually becoming mates. Their shared concern for their eggs was sweet. The cast of characters is large and interesting, and I can't wait for the other books I've already enjoyed to be released in audio format. The narrator did a wonderful job bringing this book to life. I highly recommend this to fans of paranormal tales and romantic comedy. Loved it!

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Lovely performance

I loved this story when it first came out and this performance by new-to-me narrator Michael Ferraiuolo has added a delightful layer to an already great fantasy. I love the accents and the tones of voice that the actor imbues these characters with. Quite a lovely ride in a world where dragons can impregnate humans and those humans can lay eggs that become dragons. I like Ignatius 'Nate' Boudreaux, the snarky omega, and Alistair Drake, the sweet, successful-against-the-odds runt-of-his-clutch alpha, even more now that they've been given life in this performance. A full-on fantasy that is quite satisfyingly enriched by the acting, with a lot of world-building action interspersed with sweet mate-bonding.

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I wish I could of given the narration more stars

The below review is very similar to the book review I posted. The audible version is so good, I think this may be the first time I’ve wanted to give more than 5 stars. Michael Ferraiuolo’s narration brought to life all the things I loved about the book. Alistair’s, Sebastian’s, and Everard’s snotty attitudes. Harry’s wonder and joy with life. Nate’s bemusement over EGGS. Really well done.

This book was a joy from beginning to end. Nate and Alistair so belonged together. Nate toned down Alastair’s want to be in control and Nate’s feisty personality came to the forefront in dealing with his mate.

The premise of the book is that dragons are (normal), eggs are (normal), mate bonds are (normal and so hot). So much happening in this book it’s hard not to give to much away.

The other characters are well fleshed out and added so much to the story. Even Olive the pig had a personality. However, Olive eating twice cooked pork is so not cool.

I enjoy Mpreg (even though this was very different). I’m very eager for the next book.

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Absolutely Delightful

This was my first omegaverse read, so when this came out in audio, I didn't even wait for it to Whyspersync and used a coveted credit. I am here to to tell you - it was SO worth it! These authors first introduced me to this genre and I knew it was a must read when I saw everyone buzzing about it! I’m going to tell you I may be hooked. This story had a lot going for it, first the authors Piper Scott and Virginia Kelly (Lynn Van Dorn) - amazing. Second - dragons, knotting, mating, eggs (Meggs), and super hot sexy times! This was sexy, funny (guys I legit laugh snorted in PUBLIC while listening at the grocery store), and with some feels thrown in. If you haven’t read omegaverse in the past, this may be the book for you, and if you have this is THE book for you. I’m sure you’ve seen everyone raving about what an awesome job that Michael Ferraiuolo did with narrating Clutch and they are all so right!! Seriously this was a fantastic read, an amazing listen and I so happy the next book, Bond is already out in audio so I can slip right into Everard, Harry and Steve's story!

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Perfect!

This is one of my favourite books, so when I heard that it would be in audio, and there was no hint of the narrator, I worried. I really wanted to enjoy the characters I'd already grown to love - Nate (Iggy), Alistair, Harry and Ev (especially the latter 2).
When it came out on July 4th, (as a transplanted Brit, it is not a holiday I readily identify with, for ... reasons ...), I was happily surprised; when I saw the narrator- Michael Ferraiuolo, very pleased; when I listened, extremely pleased and when I heard Harry personified, I was ecstatic!
This is going to be an audiobook I listen to again and again. Mr. Ferraiuolo does a fantastic job with all the characters - there is no dissecting what was done well, etc. The entire narration is PERFECT! (well, the way Alistair is pronounced is a little different from what I'm used to, but no matter). I am hoping that the next 2 books will be available soon, and with Mr. Ferraiuolo
Ms. Scott and Kelly, your *clutch* landed in the right hands! Loved it!

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Narrator Michael Ferraiuolo is sheer perfection!😍

What a wonderful introduction to the writers' work! Authors Piper Scott and Virginia Kelly come up with an absolutely delightful omegaverse series with the occasional mpreg occurrences. The pairings in each book of the series are different from each other as are the conflicts with their respective resolutions. Though readers will find their favorite among the stories, each tale is wonderfully written and adds beautifully to the entire series arc.
The writers start the readers off with a surprising event that occurs for Alistair Drake and especially Nate Boudreaux. Having the inconvenience of a heat was the principal reason Ph.D. candidate Nate was on suppressants. He isn't interested in a relationship having a full schedule working as a university teaching assistant and the research for his doctoral dissertation. When his suppressants fail and he is in heat, he arranges for 'special services' with an alpha on Grindr just to get that part over and done.
Alpha Alistair Drake is thrilled with an opportunity to get himself some omega hotness but is a bit taken aback by the spitfire Nate that answers the door. No-nonsense, unendearing, and impatient, Nate isn't as grateful for the opportunity to have Alistair fulfill his sexual fantasies. He's expected to do a job (NO KISSING) and then get out.
Three months later, Nate experiences excruciating pain that results in him and his roommate Harry's being party to an enormous surprise. Three glorious eggs are laid and Alistair Drake, the Grindr alpha, is back busting down the door! Alistair Drake comes to collect his clutch of what turns out to be dragon's eggs and Nate isn't letting him leave without them. With a culture that dictates the omega is removed from the lives of the young, Alistair proves once again that he is a black sheep of the family. He and Nate will raise their young together!
Dragons! There are so many readers thoroughly fascinated with tales of dragons. Dragon shifter stories are especially captivating, given their ability to go about unnoticed by any human population. So the premise for the Forbidden Desires series is extraordinary all by itself. But the writers make a remarkable effort to give readers a first-rate novel with a compelling storyline, incredible world-building, marvelous character development, perfect pacing (the rate at which the writer introduces key elements in the story), and beautiful balance (the distribution of varying types of elements in the narrative). What an absolutely amazing first book of the series! 😍

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great story!

great story. fun to listen and some wonderful works building. only my second omegaverse series, but def recommend.

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great beginning

I loved Nate's personality- feisty!! I enjoyed watching the dynamics develop and change between Alistair and Nate. I quickly got caught up in the drama of the storyline and needed more. On to book two. The narrator elevated this experience to the next level and greatly increased my my enjoyment and entertainment of listening to this book. Highly recommend it. Alistair's family????? Wth??

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Hilarious Love

I can’t believe I bought this book and returned it, thank goodness I bought it again. Can I just say that Michael Ferraiuolo had me laughing out loud the way he brought the all the characters to life. Piper and Virginia wrote a very funny, steamy and touching shifter mpreg book that should not be missed.

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OMG - WOW

Piper Scott and Virginia Kelly have his this new series out of the park. WOW. I'm not sure what to say. I was engrossed from the first page. Michael Ferraluolo has breathed life into an already wonderful story. I cann'ot wait for book 2.