Permanent Desires

by Neenah Nakitah

Two hearts that can’t keep apart. One list that can’t be ignored. Secrets. Lies. Everything in between.

Kennedy

I could make a list for pretty much anything. T
he things I want to do in the bedroom? Check.
And when Christian Black offers to be the one to do them for me, I can’t refuse.
His stare has been fixated on me since the moment we met, and I can’t deny how good it feels.
But nothing compares to the electricity between us when we collide.
A connection that goes far beyond just lust.
A man that’s more than just his tailored suit.
Nothing like the ruthless businessman I once thought he was.
But that’s the thing about businessmen.
They seize every opportunity.
What happens when that opportunity is my heart?

Christian

Kennedy Fazer is the only woman who has ever captured my attention.
So when I see a certain list of hers, there’s only two words out of my mouth.
“Use me.”
She does exactly that, causing a resolve I’ve been holding on to for a long time to snap forever.
And now that I’ve finally given in, I can’t let her go.
I wouldn’t want to anyway, not when her wide smile and unusual interests have reeled me all the way in.
But there’s stuff going on in the background.
Stuff she doesn’t know about.
And when my secrets are revealed, am I about to lose the most precious part of my life?

Permanent Desires is a full length grumpy x sunshine, billionaire steamy romance with a HEA. Please check out the content warnings before you read.

Genres: Romance

298 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 23, 2025

About the author

Neenah Nakitah is a published author of romance novels that weave themselves into the hearts of her readers with sparks, spice, spirit and the guarantee of a beautiful Happy Ever After. Based in London, when she’s not writing, Neenah can be found reading, complaining about the weather in London and subsequently planning her next holiday, re-watching a series for the 1000th time, or she may simply be daydreaming. She does that a lot.

Reviews

[book em · Rating 2 out of 5]

arc read , loved the characters, the plot was mid and really fast.

Found myself getting lost in a few places as punctuation (mainly speech marks) were wrong. It threw me off as i couldn’t follow easily who was saying what, or where the speech ended without rereading several times.

I did email the author and let them know and they’d said they’d reread and did more edits but finding the released version… they weren’t 🙃

won’t be reading anymore books from this author.

[Cyenna · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wanted more story line mixed throughout the book to be honest. It felt like as soon as the “contract” was signed the character development stopped. I found myself actually skipping over quite a few sections of the intimate scenes because I felt like there were too many in a row without normal plot lines in between. If that’s your jam, great I think you’ll love this book but I was 40% of the way through and felt like I didn’t know much about the two main characters outside of the bedroom and then all of a sudden it was like a switch had flipped and it was a very stark contrast to the writing in the first half of the book and honestly I was confused by it.

If it wasn’t for the fact this was an ARC I probably would have DNFed it :(

[Jessie Coughlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Permanent Desires is the third book in the Billionaire Behaviour series and it’s hands down my favourite so far. Kennedy hasn’t had sex in five years, and when Christian overhears her confessing this to her best friends, he’s instantly determined to be the one to change that. Kennedy lives by her lists — including a sexual bucket list — and Christian is fully devoted to ticking off every single item with her. From the first chapter, I was hooked on their dynamic.

Christian and Kennedy’s story is sexy, spicy, and surprisingly sweet. I loved watching them tackle her bucket list together; it gave their romance an adventurous, playful side while still feeling intimate and heartfelt. I would have loved to see the entire list spelled out, but following their journey item by item still kept me turning the pages. Christian is obsessed with Kennedy right from the start, but not in a creepy way — in a determined, supportive way that makes you root for him. My favourite quote sums them up perfectly: “Our relationship, our friendship, it’s the safe spaces in our lives and I never want it to end.”

What really sealed this book for me was how both characters handled mistakes and forgiveness. When Christian messes up, he doesn’t just mope; he fights to make things right, and Kennedy’s response feels mature and believable. Their connection is built on trust, adventure, and genuine care, making the spicy moments even better. This story had me on edge, swooning, and smiling all at once. As a fairly new reviewer, I can honestly say this book was a five-star, unputdownable read — and it’s made me even more excited for whatever comes next in the series.

[Kristen Dennis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has been my favorite in the series. Christian, Christian, Christian. He is an obsessed man right off the bat and willing to go to any length for Kenndy. I love his dedication to help Kennedy complete her bucket lists both sexual and regular and he enjoys himself doing it because he's with Kennedy.

It was interesting watching Christian and Kennedy tackle her sexual bucket list together. I would have loved to see exactly what the list was before following then throughout the journey. I always love a good bucket list. The sexier,  the better! I was hoping that there would be more of a focus on the bucket list tho.

But Christian, when he messes up he goes all in. I was on egg shells just waiting for Kennedy to find out what he did to her. But thank God for Kennedy and her forgiveness because Christian wasn't going to win anyone back by moping. I struggle with liking Christian as a character but everything turns out fine in the end, thankfully.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Permanent Desires is the third book in the Billionaire Behaviour series. Kennedy hasn’t had sex in 5 years and Christian heard her announce that to her best friends. He offers for her to use him as he cannot imagine anyone else touching her. Kennedy is all about the lists and there is a list of sexual experiences she wants. Christian is dedicated to checking off every item on that list.

This was a great book. Christian and Kennedy’s story was sexy and spicy. I couldn’t put it down.

Favorite quote: Our relationship, our friendship, it’s the safe spaces in our lives and I never want it to end. But hey, you don’t just make someone your best friend and not have that last a lifetime.

Thank you to Neenah Nakitah for the ARC. All thoughts are my own.

[FN · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author sets the straight direction of romance right here, with minor subplots on the background to support the whole story. The chemistry between the main characters sparks wildly when the opportunity opens its door! I love seeing them passionately into each other. And when something happens shattering one of their trust, it takes a while to knock the wall down but the journey to break the wall down is beautiful. It has been an enjoyable read. Grateful for the ARC opportunity.

[Zsa Zsa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The chemistry between Kennedy and Christian is engaging, but it's the emotional aspects that truly seals the deal. Christian, the brooding billionaire, is more than meets the eye, and Kennedy's sunshine perfectly balances his darkness. Watching him break down his walls for her is a journey you will enjoy following. A steamy romance that proves the greatest risk a businessman can take is with his heart.

[Jessica St Hilaire · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Read!! Great read!! Christian is amazing!!! The story pulled me in and kept me there

[Crystal Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book. Christian reminds me of another Christian Grey. Wink. Kennedy could be sassy. No spoilers. I was given a free copy of this book and voluntarily leaving a review.

[PrettyLadyMaine Writes · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC read great story it takes the right person to change someone Kennedy was that person.