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May 12th, 2013
 Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down by KyAnn Waters
Series: Cowboy Kink
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Genre: Erotic Romance, BDSM, Western/Cowboys
Length: 41 pages
Summary:
A big truck rolled into town. The cowboy wore a black Stetson. Tristan McKay. He knows how to tie her up, but she refuses to be the woman to tie him down.
Jaycee Craven hasn’t had hot, tie-me-up sex since Tristan left town. Okay, so six weeks ago she’d told him to go to hell. Now he’s back in her one-horse town for the rodeo, only she’s the one who’s about to get more than an 8-second ride.
Tristan McKay walked away, but he never had any intention of staying gone. Jaycee’s temper flares with the same intensity as her arousal and he’s been burned by both. Trouble is—he likes playing with fire.
Susan’s Review:
 Fast, furious, and fun describe this mini novella.
When Jaycee’s hot ex drives back into town, every emotion she ever felt with him pops right back into play at full speed. Tristan McKay literally drips sexiness as he walks. Arriving back in town for a rodeo, he has his sight set on rekindling with Jaycee.
Wild and passionate from page one, Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down by Kyann Waters will have you furious that it was just too darned fast of a ride!
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Susan!
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May 10th, 2013
 The Perfect Sub by Jayson Locke
Series: 1 Night Stand
Publisher: Decadent Publishing
Genre: GLBT, M/M, Contemporary, Erotic Romance, BDSM
Length: 31 pages
Summary:
Drew Prescott thinks he has to be perfect to attract the Dom of his dreams. However, after a year of repressing his true personality, he must face the fact that Dominant Holt Benedict still isn’t interested. In a desperate effort to move on with his life, he contacts Madame Eve, requesting a Dominant who will make him forget Holt so he can try to heal his broken heart. But when his date demonstrates a different way of seeing things, their one night changes everything and forces Drew to recognize the difference between being a perfect sub and offering perfect submission to the man he craves.
Evelise’s Review:
The Perfect Sub by Jayson Locke was a sinfully, sexy venture in the 1Night Stand series, a series which I thoroughly enjoy. Drew is a submissive and attempted to create in himself the perfect sub as he desired to capture the attention of Dom Holt Benedict. Drew has been pining over Holt for some time but through chatter, he heard that Holt only desired the perfect sub. In his attempt to recreate himself into perfection Drew unwillingly pushed Holt further away.
 In his angst and his need to eradicate Holt from his system, Drew contacted Madame Eve of the 1Night Stand agency and requested a date to assist him in getting over Holt. As always Madame Eve knows what’s best and in the case of Drew, the best is Holt.
Holt’s dominant personality radiated through the pages as Jayson Locke described him both emotionally and physically. I truly felt like I was able to connect with Holt and his desire for Drew.
The author gave Drew strength of character and a sense of reality; most decidedly when Drew realized that his perfect submission was only perfect when it exuded through the one that truly loved him. Jayson Locke allowed Drew to mature in his submission as Drew forged a bond with Holt, permitting Holt to see his inner beauty, flaws and all. In that, perfection was achieved.
The sex was steamy with a sprinkle of kink. An erotically, delightful quick read, The Perfect Sub is a great addition to the 1Night Stand series.
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Evelise!
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May 2nd, 2013
 Black Dog by LM Somerton
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Genre: GLBT, BDSM, Paranormal, Erotic Romance, M/M
Length: 52 pages
Summary:
Can a ghostly hound tell the difference between love and fear? Will man’s best friend save the day?
Garrick and Tristan thought they were done with hauntings when they rid themselves of the evil ghost of Gabriel Blackthorne. But it seems that their connection to the supernatural runs deeper when howls in the night and glimpses of glowing red eyes gradually manifest into sightings of a mysterious black dog.
The ghostly hound seems to be protecting Tristan, but from what?
A group of friends visiting for the weekend provide a welcome distraction, but one of them would like to be more than friends with Garrick. Frankie sees Tristan as nothing more than a temporary inconvenience and does everything in his power to tempt Garrick away.
Rejected by Garrick, Frankie goes to extreme lengths to get his attention, using Tristan as his pawn in a very disturbing game.
How do you demonstrate the difference between love and fear when bondage and submission are parts of the equation? Will the Black Dog fulfil its role as protector or will Tristan pay the ultimate price for love?
Reader Advisory: This book contains an established MM D/s relationship, with plenty of hot kinkiness. Outside of this dynamic, the story also features non-consensual kidnap and physical violence.
Samhain Queene’s Review:
 Black Dog was a great sequel to The Portrait by LM Somerton.
This time Tristan is the one being haunted, but the ghostly dog is trying to protect not control. The more Tristan and Garrrick spend time figuring out who or what the dog represents, the closer they become and the more insecure Tristan becomes. A weekend visit by some of Garrick’s friends sends things even more over the edge for the couple. Frankie, Garrick’s friend, wants to be more than friends. And he does his best to come between the couple.
I loved the ups and downs that happened even more in Black Dog by Ms. Somerton. The growth of the characters is handled remarkably well. Loved how the two books tied together.
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Samhain Queene!
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April 25th, 2013
 The Good Boy by J.A. Rock and Lisa Henry
Publisher: Loose-Id
Genre: GLBT, BDSM, M/M, Contemporary Erotic Romance
Length: Long Novel
Summary:
Introverted college student Lane Moredock is in a bad place. His mother has been arrested for securities fraud, his father is on the run, and everyone, including the SEC, suspects Lane knows where the missing millions are. Lane, with no money and nowhere to live, makes a desperate deal that lands him in trouble and leaves him unwilling to trust a so-called Dom again.
Photographer Derek Fields lost money to the Moredocks, and is as sure as anyone that Lane is guilty despite his claims. A chance meeting with Lane shows him there might be something more to the young man than arrogance and privilege, and Derek wonders if Lane might be just what he’s been looking for: a sub with the potential to be a life partner.
As Lane slowly begins to open up to Derek and explore his needs as a submissive, the investigation closes tighter around him. Lane might be everything that Derek wants, but first Derek needs to trust that Lane is innocent–and Lane needs to trust Derek with the truth.
Evelise’s Review:
The Good Boy was more than I hoped for when I read this very intense collaboration by authors J.A.Rock and Lisa Henry. The story details the life of rich boy Landon Moredock and easy-going Derek Fields.
Lane is the product of an overindulgent family life style, one where he was sheltered from the ways of the world and where he relied on his family for substance. His mother was arrested for security fraud and his father has fled the country to avoid arrest, trusted clients are out millions of dollars and now Lane is homeless; sans shelter and money.
Derek is a photographer, who at thirty seven is still trying to find himself. He is a Dominant with proclivities to the BDSM lifestyle, but currently has no submissive. Derek has also been financially hurt by the securities fraud of the Moredock family.
J.A.Rock and Lisa Henry depict two lost souls waywardly wandering with little direction and no one to ground them. Lane, homeless, enlists the assistance of a family friend, one that he crushed on for many years. The trust Lane felt for Anton was betrayed in the most sadistic and heinous manner.
The story eludes to drug induced non-consensual sex and torture, but only in flashbacks. The incidences were essential to the story as they helped define the road Lane navigated. The authors tactfully wrote the scenes with as much detail as possible without crossing a line, allowing for the reader’s imagination to take over.
Puppy play was also a part of the story line. In this reviewer’s opinion, the puppy play was not meant as an act of humiliation but as a cleansing of the soul. Lane clearly had no control over his life when he met Derek. Derek befriended him, wanting nothing in return, but hoping to form a relationship. Once Lane put on the collar, (which he did of his own volition with Derek nowhere to be found), he was able to transform himself into another plane of existence where he was the one in control. Words were not needed, only gestures and touches. Lane guided and facilitated the play, permitting Derek to sooth and pet, easing him into the world of sensuality.
The Good Boy was brilliantly written and conveyed. J.A.Rock and Lisa Henry wrote thoughts that contained deeper meaning and messages, which transferred into an erotically emotional story. Personal growth prevailed and two souls entwined.
A story worthy of any aficionado of psychology and the emotional turmoil displayed when a person attempts to find their place in the world.
Rated 5 Delightful Divas and Recommended Read by Evelise!
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April 18th, 2013
 Waking Up Naked by Kim Dare
Series: Sex Sells Series, Book Two
Publisher: Resplendence Publishing
Genre: GLBT, BDSM, M/M, Erotic Romance
Length: 98 pages
Summary:
Carl has a plan. After months spent staring at Miles Kavanagh and admiring him from afar, he’s finally going to do something about his crush on his boss. An office party provides Carl with the perfect opportunity to make his move on the older man. All he needs to do now is get a bit of Dutch courage inside him, or maybe a lot of Dutch courage…
Falling asleep in his boss’s bed might have been part of Carl’s plan—but waking up naked in that bed the following morning, with no memory of how he come to be that way, really wasn’t on his agenda. Could he really have forgotten one of the most important nights of his life?
Deb’s Review:
Kim Dare has got it going on! Waking Up Naked is an emotionally sexy read that I could not put down. All I have to say is Thank you, for giving us some Awww moments between Carl and Miles.
 Even though Carl is such a doll, I will admit that I wanted to slap him a few times throughout the book.*g* True to heart, you could feel how lost Carl was and his need to regain back the one night that changed his world.
There is no doubt that Miles the Mighty (My Nickname) is the Dom of this relationship, but I felt his insecurities as well, which in truth made his character more real for me. He comes off gruff, but for me the underlining intent of his role placed him in my top 10 of favorite Dom’s.
What Miles and Carl share together is both sweet and powerful. Trust when I say you will not walk away untouched after reading this book.
Even though there were secondary characters, none played a big role in the main structure of the plot, which had it all, outstanding characters, a few hot sexy scenes to make you drool and finally a story that grabs you up and makes you melt.
Kim Dare is much like her books, sassy, sinfully sexy and leaves you coming back for more.
Rated 4 1/2 Delightful Divas by Deb!
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April 17th, 2013
 Freeing Demitri’s Wolf by Charlie Richards
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Genre: Erotic, Paranormal Romance, M/M, GLBT, BDSM
Length: 112 pages
Summary:
Demitri Vinetti knows his parents believe his claim that he’s gay is an act of rebellion. But when Demitri scents Kiernan Wabinaw at the diner where he works and the human keeps coming back again and again, he’s certain he’s found his mate, a male mate, proving Fate’s on his side. Getting advice from friends, Demitri digs deep for courage and asks Kiernan on a date.
Kiernan is shocked and flattered that such a handsome young man would take an interest in him, especially since his forty-fifth birthday is just around the corner. He’s been fantasizing about Demitri since first spotting him at the diner a couple of weeks ago, and he’s happy to take him up on his offer.
When Kiernan learns that Demitri’s parents beat him for going on a date with him, he discovers protective instincts he’s never known before. But the fact that Demitri’s less than half his age and his parents are abusive is only the first of many shockers. Will Kiernan be able to accept that shifters exist? Or will he chalk Demitri up as too much trouble and run the other way?
Evelise’s Review:
Freeing Demitri’s Wolf is a journey of discovery and exploration as two men; years apart in age ascertain that sometimes a number is simply a digit that has no bearing on what fate as deemed appropriate. Kieran Wabinaw is about to celebrate his forty-fifth birthday when he notices the sexy waiter at the local diner in Stone Ridge. Unbeknownst to Kieran, Demitri is a nineteen year old wolf shifter and Kieran’s fated mate.
Demitri, shy and unsure of himself, approaches the older man with the push of his wolf shifter friend Frankie and asks Kieran on a date. The two men are drawn to each other and hit it off superbly. One thing leads to another but the night ends with Demitri returning to his parents’ house thus being physically abused by his human father.
When Kieran sees Demitri again, he is sullen and reclusive, in pain from the beating and attempting to avoid Kieran for fear of retribution towards the older man. Kieran is immediately infuriated and gathers Demitri into his fold and takes him home.
Ms. Richards delivers striking personality in her characterization of Demitri and Kieran. Demitri is submissive by nature, abused and cautious. He is the perfect mate for the protective and dominant nature of human Kieran. Freeing Demitri’s Wolf was slightly dark and gloomy but needed for the delivery of the story.
Ms. Richards slowly builds the relationship between Kieran and Demitri not based solely on sexual desire but more importantly on trust and friendship. Kieran and Demitri learned to believe in each other and those that truly had their best interests at heart.
Another winner in the series and as always I look forward to the next book.
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Evelise!
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April 17th, 2013
 Stroke Rate by L.M. Somerton
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Genre: GLBT, BDSM, M/M, Erotic Romance
Length: 121 pages
Summary:
Lucien Thorne likes to be in control, but the boy he wants to own may take some convincing.
Gorgeous but shy, Benedict Astor does his best to keep a low profile at the rowing club where he works. However, unbeknown to Benedict, he has attracted the attention of Lucien Thorne, rowing aristocracy, an Olympic medallist and a Lord.
Whilst looking for a new rowing partner, Lucien believes he has found what he needs in Ben. He pushes him to his limits on the water and it becomes clear that rowing with the pretty young man is not his only interest. Ben is attracted to Lucien but confused about his feelings. Lucien is demanding, arrogant and dominant—which Benedict responds to even though he feels he should resist.
Fighting emotions he doesn’t understand, Ben has to contend with the bullying rowing club president and a humiliating auction of promises.
Lucien recognises Ben’s hidden submissive streak and makes his own need for control very clear. He bids for Ben’s time and then forces Ben to admit to his own desire to test the ground between them.
When the deeds to the boat club are gambled away, Lucien and Ben must work together to save it. Will their growing love survive the pressure, Ben’s uncertainty and Lucien’s desire to own him completely?
Reader Advisory: This book contains scorching scenes of dominance and submission between two professional rowers with smoking hot bodies! This includes bondage, chastity devices and orgasm denial, a bratty sub and a foul-mouthed, harsh Dom. There’s also a very brief scene of attempted sexual coercion by a character not involved in the relationship.
Samhain Queene’s Review:
Stroke Rate is the first book I’ve read by L. M. Somerton. I’m definitely going to check out more of her work.
In Stroke Rate, we’re introduced to Ben and Lucien. Total opposites, Ben is completely oblivious to Lucien’s interest until Lucien requests Ben row with him one morning. Dealing with his growing attraction to Lucien, Ben also has to deal with his innate submissiveness.
While training to compete to win back the deeds to their rowing club, Lucien and Ben also traverse the waters of a new relationship. Even though Ben is submissive, he’s a very strong character who brings out the softer side of Lucien.
Good story. Loved the characters. Look forward to reading more by Ms. Somerton.
Rated 3 ½ Delightful Divas by Samhain Queene!
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March 13th, 2013
 Screwing the System by Josephine Myles
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: GLBT, BDSM, M/M, Contemporary, Erotic Romance
Length: 213 pages
Summary:
He’s nobody’s bitch. Until he gets a ride on the bitch seat.
Forced to apply for a job he doesn’t want, Cosmo Rawlins has only one aim in mind: fail the interview and get back to making music. Except his attempt to shock the older, sharp-suited Alasdair Grant doesn’t have the desired effect.
Instead of getting thrown out of the office by flaunting an interest in BDSM, Cosmo finds himself on his knees, apologizing to the sexy, good-looking Top.
Alasdair has more important things on his mind than training a novice sub, especially a rebellious bad boy like Cosmo. But there’s something beneath the younger man’s defiant attitude that’s too intriguing to ignore.
As Alasdair takes Cosmo in hand—and for a wild ride on his Harley—he becomes obsessed with bending the young rocker to his will, both in and out of bed. Until he goes one demand too far, and Cosmo is gone in a cloud of dust. Forcing Alasdair to admit that earning Cosmo’s loyalty—and love—will involve the toughest challenge he’s ever faced.
Warning: This title contains an overbearing Top with a less-than-glamorous job, a rebellious brat who refuses to call him sir, and a total lack of high-end BDSM clubs or playrooms. Expect floggings over the kitchen table instead.
Samhain Queene’s Review:
Flawed characters with a bit of BDSM thrown in for good measure is what you’ll get with Screwing the System by Josephine Myles.
Alasdair and Cosmo may on the outside look like total opposites, but once you get to know them, and them know each other, you discover they have a lot in common. Cosmo goes on an interview with the intention to fail. He never imagines what happens next with Alasdair.
Alasdair has seen the good and bad of life, and has had his heart broken by life’s choices. Then he meets Cosmo. In Cosmo, Alasdair finds what and who he needs.
There are a few moments that tear at your heart strings, but they are also complimented by humorous moments. I thoroughly enjoyed Alasdair and Cosmo. Ms. Myles has a good story and wonderful characters in Screwing the System.
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Samhain Queene!
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March 1st, 2013
 Breaking Skye by Eden Bradley
Publisher: Self-Published
Genre: BDSM, Erotic Romance
Length: 130 pages
  
Summary:
When power play becomes more than just a game…
BDSM. Submission. Spanking…These are the things Skye has always craved, the desires she has never allowed herself to explore. Until now. She thought she was looking for a single experience, something to purge these strange yearnings from her system. Instead she finds a man whose absolute authority and stunning good looks leave her breathless, willing to do anything he asks of her. But only for one night…
Adam has other ideas. Skye could be the perfect submissive once he’s done training her—for someone else. For him, that’s always the way it’s been. But Skye is different. Enticing. Intoxicating. Irresistible. Soon all he can think of is breaking Skye—and keeping her for himself.
Publisher & Release Date: Originally Phaze in 2006 but Re-Release by the author with added content (doubled page count)
AJ’s Review:
Eden Bradley quickly draws the reader into the sensual, intense world of Skye and Adam. From the moment they meet, the sexual chemistry is off the charts, as these two negotiate the terms of Skye’s submission.
Skye is intelligent, adventurous, sexy, and curious about the BDSM world, but she needs to be in control. I found it interesting that during their initial meeting, Skye was somewhat detached from the situation given the turmoil her body was experiencing from the moment she laid eyes on Adam. While her mind kept insisting that this was an experiment for the sake of art, her body was on fire with all of the delicious possibilities laid before her at the strong, willing hands of Adam. It was obvious that his power and confidence as a Dom acted as an aphrodisiac for Skye.
Adam is sexy, intelligent, kind, articulate and all alpha. He exudes power and makes no apologies for his love of kink. I loved how upfront he was with Skye in regards to what he expected out of a D/s relationship. His patience and willingness to explain the experience and Skye’s submissive urges was honest and genuine. However, I couldn’t help but wonder about his emotional distance as well because the emotional connection and trust between a Dom and a submissive are integral parts of a successful BDSM relationship.
As the story progressed, Ms. Bradley allowed the reader to watch each character struggle with their desires and emotional discord. My only niggle is that I would have liked more in depth detail in regards to what had happened between Skye, her father and some of her other lovers to make her feel as though she had to be in control all the time. I get that her father was an alcoholic, but I kept getting the sense that there was more to that story that wasn’t being said. As for Adam, I understand his tragedy as well and will leave it at that because I don’t want to spoil the story, but it seemed like it took too long to unveil his situation given the short length of the story. I know that this is the second revision of Breaking Skye and a lot of the holes were filled which is great, but there were still a few minor editing problems. However, there weren’t enough editing errors to deter me from the story.
 The intense passion and sexual scenes between Skye and Adam will make your mouth water, especially if you enjoy reading BDSM books. Their connection with one another was undeniable as these two quickly fell head-over-heels in love with one another. The reader is quickly swept into their intense world of pain and pleasure as all parties involved, even those of us who were experiencing Skye and Adam’s sensual foreplay from a distance, gained a better understand of Skye’s submissive tendencies and Adam’s boundaries that were quickly being redefined with each sexual encounter. It was amazing to watch Skye and Adam in action because it was as though these two were meant to be together and had been for years. Their bodies and emotions fed off of one enough to the point that each character couldn’t deny that they were sexually fulfilled and hungry for more. But it’s that hunger that puts both characters emotionally at risk.
Breaking Skye by Eden Bradley is a well-written story with engaging characters who are well-developed. The dialogue is fresh and believable, the emotions are tumultuous, and the fears are palpable. The BDSM scenes are intense, yet sensual and the passion is explosive and the love these two quickly discover for one another is endearing. Although there were a few secondary characters, Esme, Skye’s cousin and Shaye, Adam’s friend, Ms. Bradley kept the primary focus of the story on Skye and Adam. However, I must admit that I felt as though I had missed something during Adam and Shaye’s conversation that had hinted toward a previous book, especially when Shaye referred to his struggles with winning Devin’s heart and submission. Overall, Breaking Skye is an enjoyable read that readers of BDSM is going to love. The revision to the story helped increased the development of the characters as well as the depth of the book, especially on an emotional level. So, if you haven’t picked up the extended version of Breaking Skye by Eden Bradley you’re definitely missing out.
Rated 4.5 Delighful Divas by AJ!
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Award-winning, best-selling author Eden Bradley aka Eve Berlin has published over 30 contemporary, paranormal and futuristic erotic romance novels and novellas for Berkley Heat, Harlequin Spice and HQN, Samhain Publishing and Bantam/Delta in both print and e-books. Her specialty is writing BDSM and other kinks, as well as complicated characters and lush romantic relationships. This year she is also venturing into self-publishing with the re-releases of her stories SANCTUARY and BREAKING SKYE.
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February 25th, 2013
 Siren Unleashed by Sophie Oak
Series: Texas Sirens, Book# 7
Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand Publishing
Genre: Erotic Contemporary, Menage, BDSM
Length: Novel
Summary:
Twin detectives Ben and Chase Dawson have been sent to investigate an unusual murder at a resort owned by Julian Lodge. Julian wants them to protect the prime suspect, a young submissive who was the last person to see the victim alive. The job seems simple until Ben and Chase discover that the beautiful submissive they both desire has a dark past.
Natalie Buchanan came to the Willow Fork Tranquility Spa seeking sanctuary after escaping the clutches of a twisted sadist. Working as a massage therapist at the resort has given her a chance to heal as well as access to the spa’s secret dungeon. But when one of her regular clients ends up dead on her table, Natalie fears that the monster she once escaped has come back to claim her.
As Natalie rediscovers the beauty of BDSM with her twin Masters, all three will be forced to confront her past.
Susan’s Review:
From the first time I was introduced to Ben and Chase, I knew they had a story to tell. I just didn’t know it would grab me by the shirt tail and not let me go. I should have known though, after all this is a Sophie Oak novel.
Working for powerful Dom Julian Lodge has its ups and downs. Heading off to Willow Fork to investigate whether a submissive murdered a man on her spa table just might be a simple trip, but then again, nothing in their lives has been simple so why start now?
Natalie thought she could start her miserable life over, in a two bit town, at a spa that is known for its 5 star BDSM dungeon play. Boy was she wrong. Starting over doesn’t always mean trouble will leave you alone. In fact with Natalie, she appears to have tempted it outside to play with her.
Ben and Chase know from the first moment they see her that she is the one for them. But can they share without destroying each other or her? Great insight into the two tough muscle men Julian and everyone else who needs a hand uses. Tough on the outside, but these two hotties are all sensuous, sexy, and slick with their desire for Natalie on the inside.
Suspenseful up until the end, you will be cheering with joy when you meet their kid sister. Part of Ms. Oak’s charm is her uncanny way of weaving her characters into each other’s lives and in Siren Unleashed, Texas Sirens 7, you are, once again, in for a treat.
Rated 5 Delightful Divas and a Recommended Read by Susan!
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February 21st, 2013
 Tempestuous by Nicole Austin
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Erotic Contemporary Romance, BDSM
Length: 121 pages
Summary:
Once a woman’s deepest, darkest desires have been exposed—whetting her appetite for taboo pleasures of the flesh—her unquenchable hungers will not be denied.
Floggers and whips
Chains and leather restraints
Erotic rewards and punishments…oh my!
Seduced by erotic stories and the forbidden lure of Dominance and submission, Evie Sloan longs to explore the scintillating delights firsthand. While some fantasies are better left to the imagination, for the chance to visit a real BDSM club, she’s willing to take a risk.
Been there, done that, seen it all—or so jaded Dominant Niko Kovalenko thought. Evie’s arrival on the scene reawakens long-dormant passions and ramps them up to a whole new level. She’s an exciting challenge, a dangerous temptation, igniting the compulsion to posses. To collar.
Evie is no man’s submissive pet. Niko strips her bare, sheds light on all her secret desires and weaknesses, but it’s still not enough for him. To win her man, she’ll have to confront her fears and find a way to bridge the distance between them.
Susan’s Review:
Where, oh where, is Niko Kovalenko when you need him? One hot Dominant male enters submissively curious Evie’s world and it will never be the same. Attending a BDSM conference out of curiosity, led Evie to meet a practicing Dominant/Submissive couple who take her under their wing. Heading off to a mysterious club in town, they invite her knowing full well she won’t be able to resist the temptation.
And that is where all of the fun begins! Within seconds of entering the hotel lobby to meet the group, Evie runs into the quiet, reserved, desirable, and dangerously sexy Niko. He is blown away by his reaction to her and knows she will be under his spell and body soon. His character was palpable, his actions and reactions in total alignment with the powerful man he is. Women flock at his feet and he gives his attention to whomever he pleases. At the moment, Evie is the object of his desires…. and man, does he have desires!
I loved Evie’s innocence and determination to learn about what was causing her insides to tingle. Her rookie mistakes at the club were perfect as they showed the true spunky person that she was deep inside. Watching her unveil the woman underneath was a delight as Nicole Austin skillfully wove an erotic tale of discovery of one’s true self. Tempestuous will keep you on the edge of your seat as you experience Niko, a man like no other.
Rated 4.5 Delightful Divas by Susan!
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February 15th, 2013
 Love Slave to the Sicilian Billionaire by Jan Bowles
Series: Guilty Pleasures 4
Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc.
Genre: Erotic Romance, BDSM, Contemporary
Length: 43,101 word count
Summary:
[Siren Everlasting Classic: Erotic BDSM Romance, spanking, sex toys]
When her husband dies suddenly, twenty-nine-year-old Ella Williams turns to the only man who can help—Maximiliano D’Alesandro. Unfortunately, Max thinks she is responsible for his best friend’s death. Without his help and guidance, her life spirals out of control.
The thirty-four-year-old Sicilian billionaire and alpha male Dom needs just one thing to make his life complete—a submissive woman who enjoys the BDSM lifestyle as much as he does.
When Max discovers Ella’s wild and reckless ways, he literally takes charge of her life, both in and out of the bedroom! However, as their D/s relationship blossoms, some important information comes to light that shocks Ella to her very core.
Will Max save Ella from self-destruction? Or will the truth finally drive them apart?
A Siren Erotic Romance
Susan’s Review:
Love Slave to the Sicilian Billionaire by Jan Bowles is part of the Guilty Pleasure series, but does not need to be read in order to appreciate the storyline and the characters. Max is devastated when his best friend dies and out of duty and honor takes care of his widow even though he is suspicious that she was to blame. The insight into our hero’s head in the beginning of the book truly hooked me and brought Max and his delicious persona to life. Ella was equally dark and mysterious, bringing mystique to her widowed stature, which kept you teetering on cheering for her or against her.
Seeing the shift in her once Max took her into his life was palpable. She truly blossomed into the enchanting submissive he knew she hid deep inside. Wonderfully erotic scenes filled with just the right amount of BDSM and sensual sex.
If you are looking for an erotically suspenseful novel that is well written with a mouth watering Sicilian naked quite often, then look no farther than Love Slave to the Sicilian Billionaire by Jan Bowles. You will find yourself wishing you were his Love Slave soon enough.
Rated 4 Delightful Divas by Susan!
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February 13th, 2013
 Once Upon A Time In Bliss by Sophie Oak
Series: Nights in Bliss, Colorado Prequel
Publisher: Siren-Bookstrand, Inc.
Genre: Contemporary, Erotic Romance, BDSM, Western Cowboys
Length: 74,703 word count
Summary:
[Siren Everlasting Classic: Erotic Consensual BDSM Cowboy Romance, spanking, whipping, sex toys, HEA]
Come back in time to Bliss’s first happily ever after…
CIA operative John Bishop arrived in Bliss, Colorado, seeking a respite from the high-stakes game of blood and lies that sent him to the worst corners of the world. A week playing the role of vacationing professor Henry Flanders would recharge his batteries, especially if he found a submissive plaything to occupy his time.
Nell Finn has spent her life focused on helping others, but when she meets the tall and mysterious Henry Flanders, she can’t stop imagining what he might do for her. When Nell and her mother are threatened, Henry comes to her, offering his protection and comfort.
But as the threats escalate out of control, Henry discovers that the beautiful and innocent Nell is much more than a plaything. Can he save the woman he loves without exposing the secrets that would drive her away?
A Siren Erotic Romance
Sophie Oak is a Siren-exclusive author.
Susan’s Review:
I truly love all of Sophie Oak’s books about Bliss, Colorado as well as the offshoots in Texas. If you have been reading them in order, you know that with the last story ending practically in Nell and Henry’s backyard, that these two were destined for their own prequel. Henry is definitely one tough hombre who knows how to protect what is his, and that includes the citizens of Bliss.
Nell has always been quirky and that is what has made her lovable. She takes on any cause that protects animals, people, and the earth and is downright hilarious. We have always had a few glimpses of Henry, but nothing that really hinted as to who he was or what he was capable of. His sex appeal, toughness, and love for Nell literally flew off the pages.
Catching a glimpse at characters we have grown to love was an added treat as well as the tie in with her paranormal Faery series. Ms. Oak is a masterful story teller and is the prima donna in the family tree business! She intertwines characters and their lives almost magically.
I really enjoyed reading Once Upon a Time in Bliss but it honestly is not my favorite. While I enjoyed seeing the other Bliss characters before they met their beloveds, they almost stole from Henry and Nell’s story because I found myself remembering details from their books where they acted similarly or saying “ahh hah” when I realized a facet of their own character was being born. Henry and Nell are as unique as the town they live in and after reading their beginning, you will have an even greater appreciation for them than you did before.
Rated 4.5 Delightful Divas by Susan!
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