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Thankyou to Net Galley for this ARC of Deeply Examined.

This is the first dark medical romance book I’ve read and wow did it start of with some spice! I totally understand that this can be a taboo subject (I found it wasn’t to my taste) but the book on a whole really took me by surprise! The plot itself was what really drew me into this book.

Jessica our fmc is mid school teacher with a bubbly strong personality. Adam is a doctor who is broody and closed off. This book begins with Jessica attending her yearly checkup (which becomes steamy) however is unaware that Adam went to high school with her and has been attracted to her ever since…

I loved how you learn Adam’s background and understand why he’s so closed off throughout the book. He starts to break down his walls with the help of Jess being so open and comforting.

The only negative is that the conflict near the end of the book was resolved so easily and I felt it could have been bulked out a little more.

Overall I really enjoyed this short romance novel. I would recommend for those who want a quick steamy read. (This novel is just over 200 pages)

This was a total 5 star read. I’ve never read a dark medical romance before, but I was hooked from the start. It’s very fast paced, has a lot of spice, and has just enough plot and character building to put it all together. I love the book so much and I can’t wait to get a physical copy of it sometime!

I’ve seen quite a few reviews refer to this as Fifty Shades meets Greys Anatomy, which could not be a more perfect description.

Before starting please read the trigger warnings.

What worked for me: Phew this is a spicy little number! Possessive, growly, dark and damaged MMC with stalker tendencies. The Gala/restroom scene? Hot. Jessica finding her courage and her voice?? Love that.

What didn’t: I know BDSM is not my thing, but medical play now tops that- but I think it didn’t work especially coming from a doctor, specifically an OBGYN. At times the plot seemed to jump around, but I would’ve liked to know more of West’s darker tendencies outside the kink room.

I should preface this by saying that I am new to the dark romance genre. But I feel like this novella was the perfect way of getting into it 😏

Jessica Jones goes to a medical appointment for a routine checkup. Dr. West is usually in control, but he’s been crushing on Jessica for years, unbeknownst to her, seeing as she doesn’t remember him. She shouldn’t enjoy what’s been happening, but there’s something about Dr. West that makes it impossible for her to pull away. Think sunshine meets (hot) grumpy. Or better yet… Think Grey’s Anatomy meets Fifty Shades and cue aaaaaallllll of the medical fetishisms 😏

Before diving in, you should absolutely read the trigger warnings. This book gets SPICY 🥵 really early on and plays with a lot of kinks/fantasies, which aren’t for everyone. If you choose to read it (and I hope you do!), enjoy the spicy ride 🥵😏

The only reason I didn’t give this a full 5 stars is because I would have like more information on Adam’s past, but that might just be the Social Worker in me 😅 I still liked how things were handled. I am excited to see what Lexi will write next 🤩

Keep this book on your radar, it’ll be available on April 24th 2025 ✨

Thank you to NetGalley and Lexi Davis for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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ARC Review!

Okay Lexi, I see what your doing with Dr West 😏
My favourite MMC is a morally grey man, and Dr Adam West was this by definition!

This was smutty, spicy, sexy, kinky, I could go on.

The way Jess helps break down Adam's walls was so genuine, and when he reveals who is truly is and that there are certain things he cannot change, she accepts him as he is. I really loved this book, it wasn't just a smut smack to the face, there was some really deep and complex emotions that were explored.

Thank you Net Galley and Lexi Davis for the gifted copy 🖤

I haven't read a really spicy book in quite a while but this one was so good. Maybe I secretly have a thing for doctors? Lol. Anyway. I loved the characters. I loved the plt. I loved everything about it. Thank you for the opportunity to read this arc.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to review this book. In exchange for a free copy, I have promised to give my honest review.

Deeply examined. That's what Jessica, our FMC, feels the first and second time that she goes for her annual check-up with our MMC, Dr Adam West. Push comes to shove, and Dr West shoots his shot. He gives Jessica his phone number and proposes a date at her place. Little does Jessica know that Dr West has recognised her from their shared past.This book follows their story as they progress in their relationships (normal and kinky), showing progressively more of themselves as time passes. Will their relationship survive what is to come? Will it survive the lies? Will it survive the dark primal nature of our MMC?

This book was fairly well written. Its initial scenes could use some fleshing out to introduce our characters a bit better. There are a couple of small errors. But overall, this book was well written. I enjoyed getting to know our characters and their pasts. I also thoroughly enjoyed the smut and bdsm scenes.

Author, please keep writing 😀

I like this twist on dark romance. It's different from the other dark romances that I've read but that's what I like about it. Definitely, a "check your triggers" book, which I love! I honestly did not like the FMC at the beginning on the book. She was very gullible and almost ditsy through half of it. But I love that we see her evolve through her relationship with the MMC, how she finds her voice and begins to stand her ground. I am excited to see what book 2 has in store!
PS. I will never look at a thermometer the same way again! First time I've EVER crossed my legs burning a spicy scene! I can't wait for everyone to read that part!

4.5 🌟

A dark, taboo, medical romance that starts with a bang! Quite literally.

Dr. Adam West can't believe it when Jessica Jones, his old high school obsession, finds her way into his medical office for her annual checkup. She doesn't recognise him, but he hasn't stopped thinking about her for a decade.

Jessica is a teacher in the high school both she and West attended; a run-down school with troubled students; she does her very best to help them. She's quiet, a pushover and can't stop thinking about her appointment with the crazy handsome Dr. West.

Neither of them can stay away from each other, Adam becomes more obsessed the more he gets to know Jessica, and Jessica loves getting beyond Adams carefully erected walls learning more and more about herself every day. He makes her strong, confident and feel wanted.

The spice was spicing, that's for sure. Medical kink isn't something I've read before, and I'm still a bit like.. do I like this? I don't hate it. New kink unlocked? Who knows (I had to Google some things 🤣)

Even though it was wildly different from other books from this author, her writing voice was still strong, which I LOVED. The character growth was authentic, the chemistry was sizzling from the first page, and the emotions came through strong. When Adam was talking about his past, I definitely teared up. That poor, broken man.

One thing I would've liked was Adam explaining to Jessica how his life was during school. She only really got a brief idea when Adam & Kent had a confrontation but I don't think she really realised just how difficult school was for him. It would've added another layer I think and given another reason as to why he didn't tell her.

Overall, I cannot and will not complain. Once I realised this was going to be something completely different than what I was used to (I knew it was going to be, but it's still something I had to wrap my own head around) I thoroughly enjoyed it. I read the whole book in less than 24 hours and had a great time.

The epilogue (the final, final one) had me kicking my feet smiling. I do wish we'd gotten to read that, but just knowing it happened was the cherry on top. Iykyk.

Thank you so much to Lexi Davis for sending me an e-arc to read! I'm one of your biggest cheerleaders 🙌

If fifty shades and greys anatomy had a baby this is it. I could not quit picturing Adam as doctor Shepherd and Jessica as Meredith. I loved this book! It’s such a quick spicy read, with a plot that keeps you engaged! This was the exact palette cleanser I needed to keep me out of a slump!

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Lexi Davis for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved the concept of this book. The forbidden elements of doctor/patient relationship really intrigued me, however I felt the execution thereof fell a bit flat.

The spice was great and the MMC had the perfect amount of crazy paired with possessive and obsessive tendencies. I wish they had a bit more chemistry and depth however this was a shorter book and that could contribute to the lack thereof.

Overall, the book was fast paced, it had a decent amount of plot to spice ratio and the happy ending wrapped it all up in a nice pretty bow.

Deeply examined by Lexi Davis
This to me was medical drama meets 50 shades! I absolutely devoured this book. I loved the development of the MMC and FMC. 5 star read and can not wait for the next installment on the series!!

By far the steamiest, spiciest read of 2025!! Deeply Examined is a masterpiece of complex characters, secret yearning and vulnerable passion. The love and lust between Jessica and Adam was off the charts hot! From start to finish, I couldn’t put the book down. This is a must-read for all dark romance readers everywhere!!

I could not put this book down!! I love a book that makes me feel all of the feelings! I enjoyed learning all of the sides of Dr West. Definitely recommend to any dark romance lover!

Author Lexi Davis was not playing when she wrote this book!!! It kicks off immediately in chapter 1!!!!

Deeply Examined by Lexi Davis is a steamy spicy book. The spicy scenes were explicit but mixed with Lexi's writing style were done in a way that builds the scene and is well written. The tension added to the story development and reader engagement. The bonus?!?! There is also plot! Which is what kept my attention. PLOT and SMUT is always a great read.

I truly enjoyed the complicated dynamic of the main characters. The constant yearning.. ugh! Chef's kiss! Their character development was excellent because as the character's were learning and exploring one another; you were also learning and exploring that character. Which is an ode to the success in writing a dual POV. We are essentially living and seeing through the character's eyes.

The mixture of passion, vulnerability, and seduction mixed in with the complicated dynamics and fast pacing of the story kept me on the edge of my seat because I wanted to finish the book. I didn't want to put it down I was dying to know what was happening next. The anticipation was killing me because due to my own real world life I wasn't able to sit and read this book straight through like I wanted to. With the tension in this book TRUST ME you could def sit and read this in a day.

Jessica our FMC, goes into the office for her annual exam. Dr. West begins to examine her. His exam is not your typical exam because Dr. West has been obsessed with Jessica since high school and recognizes her right away. Jessica is utterly clueless. Dr. West has been obsessed with her since high school and she has been his most inspirational memory / spank bank to uh "work himself out". So when he has a chance to get his hands on her.... well....... ethical lines are crossed.

When she is accidentally scheduled for that annual visit without a pap smear , Jessica is called to come in to be seen in a last minute opening for Dr. West. That's just the beginning of a complicated situation-ship between doctor and patient. Let's face it the entire thing started off as a big TABOO. I'm pretty sure there are some ethical guidelines that have been blurred and crossed here. Yet, Jessica although aware, doesn't mind in the least. Which is why after the second incident she finds herself exchanging information and agreeing to a "date" with Dr. West.

This book takes you on a WILD ride. There is forced proximity, kink praise, kinks, obsession, secrets, touch her and die vibes, she's mine energy with possessiveness. There is dom/ sub play, suspense, passion, dual POVs, and unhinged!

The pacing of this book is fast and in a good way! It helps to keep you interested and involved in the story.

I love reading a good dark romance, but working in the medical field, reading a dark medical romance?? I have never! This is really a thrilling read. There are a lot of dark elements and triggers in this book so as always READ THE TRIGGER WARNINGS as some of the topics are not suitable for everyone.

In the real world I would have been dragging Jessica out of that office in chapter one and smacking sense into her! But in the dark romance world I had my soundtrack on repeat singing Britney "Gimme gimme more" LOL

Deeply Examined is highly recommended for Dark Romance lovers who don't mind those triggers.

Thanks to Lexi Davis and NetGalley for the eARC!

This is my first dark romance let’s just say I’m no longer a virgin of dark romance lol !!!! This book kept me engaged kept me wanting more I was clinching my imaginary pearls because babyyyyyy this book was all that I loved it and I love how the male character was able to open up to the female character!!! So she could join his world she was open it was so good I’m glad this author was able to burst my dark romance cherry 🍒

I was a little leery of reading this book but glad I took the chance. It was a good story. Lots of heat.

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This my friends is for my dark romance readers. Don’t you just love the trope where he threats the guy in her building who is bothering her and telling her she is moving in with him because where she lives isn’t safe. *sigh, isn’t falling in love just magically.

This story follows Jessica and Adam, you’ve got he falls first, she was his high school crush/obsession and his her doctor, wayhey. They see each other for her first time in 15 YEARS but Jess doesn’t recognise Adam, but he sure as shit does. During her annual examination, he leavers her hotter than a hooker on satans lap and she sure as shit doesn’t complain about it.

Adam gives major Joe vibes from you.

Why am I basically living Jessica’s life? I am Jessica. Jessica is me except without the sexy doctor part which I think is unfair of her to be honest, like girl can we share?

His nob is not the only thing he sticking her penis fly trap, you also injects her with a tracker so he can find her at any given moment.

What an amazing read!!
This is an omnibus from an already existing series and gosh did I love it.
I got sucked into this book immediately, the story starts off strong, intriguing and spicy. It's written in double POV which I love, the way it goes back and forth during the book really suits the story.
It was like reading a dark Fifty Shades of Grey's Anatomy, and I am here for it.
Loved the suspense, it kept me on the edge of my seat during the whole thing. Oh and the spice? More than spicy. If you're uncomfortable with spice, this is not for you.

Before picking this up, I recommend reading the trigger warnings. But if you love dark romance, suspense and doctors... I'd get this one ASAP.

Thanks so much to Netgalley and Lexi Davis for giving me the opportunity to read this in advance and give my honest opinion about it.

DNF at 83%

Sigh - I’m so sorry, I really wanted to enjoy this and it’s been so long since I’ve read a dark/taboo romance but I think this showed that it will be my last one. Nothing bad to say about the author though, I just didn’t know it’s something I don’t enjoy until now.

I did read the trigger warnings (which I appreciated) and the doctor/patient relationship was taboo as it is and I was slowly pushing past it because morally grey is a great color! However, I’m not the biggest fan of manipulation and basically, stalker romance. **spoiler alert** The MMC injected the FMC with a tracker and when she found out and had it removed, he said that he had yet *another* tracker in the earrings he gave her. Good grief.

I think this book would be great for its intended audience, unfortunately, it is not me. I will make sure to release my review at least after release date and not rate it on goodreads as I could not finish it. I stopped once I found out the FMC had two trackers because WOW 😀

P.S. - the thermometer scene = wild