landragraf's review
5.0
"An emotional, kinky, fabulously romantic read that I want everyone to enjoy as much as I did!"
Rewritten particularly peaked my interested because it hit all my geek buttons. Kinky, sci-fi fantasy author, hero and his newly minted, submissive assistant-- what's not to love? And love is just the tip of this iceberg.
Characters - let's start with Angus. Yes, *le sigh* the hero's name is Angus. Did I mention he's Scottish and when things get hot and heavy so does his accent? Hallelujah! He's our writer/dominant/hero and he's stuck trying to figure out to finish this book he's been working on for 5 years. I wonder if the author was thinking of a certain fantasy author when she was coming up with this character? I like Angus because he's rough around the edges, but sweet as dark chocolate with an ooey-gooey caramel center once you get to know him. Major plus points for being a good dominant, great at reading people, and too nice to his reader fans for his own good.
Then there's the assistant, Eliza. Oh, boy... this heroine has baggage, like over-the-weight-limit-paying-extra-type baggage. She's a submissive who was done wrong by a dude, horribly wrong. This gal right here is responsible for the author's trigger warning and as Eliza's story was revealed my heart broke. This poor woman is in desperate need of someone to love her, to never abandon her, and to treat her well.
Finally, the villain. Oh, he's straight up disgusting, devious, and not the least bit redeemable at all. It hits all my buttons for a good bad guy - an oxymoron of accurate proportions.
Settings - This book is a jet-setter. From London to LA to Scotland and New York. Readers get a little taste of it all. When you're a famous author on the conference tour it's bound to happen. Green does an excellent job of making the transitions seamless and grounds the reader through the adventure.
Plot/Pacing - I saved the best for last. The plot is simple enough, submissive assistant meets dominant author. Assistant doesn't plan on any sexual hijinks, but the creative writing process and life are never fair. As the two become closer through work, and a few awkward situations place Eliza falling down a rabbit hole into the worst night of her life, the attraction and kinky preferences come to a head (pun intended). Except Angus isn't a jerk and he woos Eliza, straight over the edge of the high cliff their attraction is poised on. It's all done tastefully and orgasmically at the same time. I know, sounds impossible, but I was impressed at each sexual and romantic turn. Just when I thought there was no way the author could get those characters out of a problem she did. The escalation of the romance itself, and the villainous a-hole in the wings is paced extremely well and the ending never appeared rushed.
Overall, this is probably one of my favorite books so far for 2018 along with a small select few. If you've been looking for a new erotic romance series to get involved in, I highly recommend Bound.
Rewritten particularly peaked my interested because it hit all my geek buttons. Kinky, sci-fi fantasy author, hero and his newly minted, submissive assistant-- what's not to love? And love is just the tip of this iceberg.
Characters - let's start with Angus. Yes, *le sigh* the hero's name is Angus. Did I mention he's Scottish and when things get hot and heavy so does his accent? Hallelujah! He's our writer/dominant/hero and he's stuck trying to figure out to finish this book he's been working on for 5 years. I wonder if the author was thinking of a certain fantasy author when she was coming up with this character? I like Angus because he's rough around the edges, but sweet as dark chocolate with an ooey-gooey caramel center once you get to know him. Major plus points for being a good dominant, great at reading people, and too nice to his reader fans for his own good.
Then there's the assistant, Eliza. Oh, boy... this heroine has baggage, like over-the-weight-limit-paying-extra-type baggage. She's a submissive who was done wrong by a dude, horribly wrong. This gal right here is responsible for the author's trigger warning and as Eliza's story was revealed my heart broke. This poor woman is in desperate need of someone to love her, to never abandon her, and to treat her well.
Finally, the villain. Oh, he's straight up disgusting, devious, and not the least bit redeemable at all. It hits all my buttons for a good bad guy - an oxymoron of accurate proportions.
Settings - This book is a jet-setter. From London to LA to Scotland and New York. Readers get a little taste of it all. When you're a famous author on the conference tour it's bound to happen. Green does an excellent job of making the transitions seamless and grounds the reader through the adventure.
Plot/Pacing - I saved the best for last. The plot is simple enough, submissive assistant meets dominant author. Assistant doesn't plan on any sexual hijinks, but the creative writing process and life are never fair. As the two become closer through work, and a few awkward situations place Eliza falling down a rabbit hole into the worst night of her life, the attraction and kinky preferences come to a head (pun intended). Except Angus isn't a jerk and he woos Eliza, straight over the edge of the high cliff their attraction is poised on. It's all done tastefully and orgasmically at the same time. I know, sounds impossible, but I was impressed at each sexual and romantic turn. Just when I thought there was no way the author could get those characters out of a problem she did. The escalation of the romance itself, and the villainous a-hole in the wings is paced extremely well and the ending never appeared rushed.
Overall, this is probably one of my favorite books so far for 2018 along with a small select few. If you've been looking for a new erotic romance series to get involved in, I highly recommend Bound.
elenajohansen's review
4.0
I received an ARC courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.
The major reason this didn't get five stars was that, for erotic romance in general and especially compared to the earlier books in the series, this didn't seem to have that much sex in it! Angus and Eliza had such chemistry from the start, and watching their romantic feelings develop so much was certainly a treat, but I expected a bit more time spent between the sheets.
That being said, I was in love with both Angus and Eliza, because I related so well to Angus' inner demons about his writing, and Eliza's sometimes-paralyzing anxiety. Yep, I got hit with the feels on both fronts, there. Plus all the geek references that made me smile, because yep, I got all of them.
A solid entry in a series I've enjoyed since it began--I'd recommend this one (and all the rest!) to any fan of erotic romance.
The major reason this didn't get five stars was that, for erotic romance in general and especially compared to the earlier books in the series, this didn't seem to have that much sex in it! Angus and Eliza had such chemistry from the start, and watching their romantic feelings develop so much was certainly a treat, but I expected a bit more time spent between the sheets.
That being said, I was in love with both Angus and Eliza, because I related so well to Angus' inner demons about his writing, and Eliza's sometimes-paralyzing anxiety. Yep, I got hit with the feels on both fronts, there. Plus all the geek references that made me smile, because yep, I got all of them.
A solid entry in a series I've enjoyed since it began--I'd recommend this one (and all the rest!) to any fan of erotic romance.
booklvrkat's review
5.0
I don't even know how to describe this story. This is a love story, with a twist, an author, an assistant, something hidden and a wonderful ending. Although to get to the ending you have to go through the ugly. And it's ugly with a capital "U". That's what made it so, very, amazing & believable! Angus is a new book boyfriend, and I think I could decently snuggle down with him in the same quiet room and just "be". The author really puts it all out there for us, and emotions are high. Totally reading this story out of order, but I wasn't lost one bit. I will be going back for more of the series.
aheadofthenight's review
4.0
I was in a book slump but this one has got its fangs on me and I love every moment of it.
The hero and heroine are solid and engaging characters. I like the premise, it starts off in a sedate fashion and gets good. There are mentions of Austen (I LOVE!!) and a cursory mention of Aliens.
I have been wondering when the conflict would happen and then the resolution. It might have happened a bit later in the book than I expected but it all wrapped up nicely which is everything I could ask for. Take that, bad guy!
Note: I received a free copy via Romance Rehab and Romance Remedy.
The hero and heroine are solid and engaging characters. I like the premise, it starts off in a sedate fashion and gets good. There are mentions of Austen (I LOVE!!) and a cursory mention of Aliens.
I have been wondering when the conflict would happen and then the resolution. It might have happened a bit later in the book than I expected but it all wrapped up nicely which is everything I could ask for. Take that, bad guy!
Note: I received a free copy via Romance Rehab and Romance Remedy.
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