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There was no chemistry between the characters and Beau still sucks, sorry, an entire book dedicated to him and he still wasn't redeemed. I am very on the fence about this series - loved the first and third ones, could barely get through this one and the second.

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Okay I know pretty much all romance books end in an HEA but why?? Like this would have been so much better if they were just using each other to figure out the lifestyle etc. but instead it tried to force them being actually in love down our throats. Like I'm sorry, but they aren't making it! There are no real feelings there, neither one of them have "changed" or grown into themselves, they're literally a 6 month situationship at best. Beau sucks, he just does. Every moment of his pov and I'm like okay next?? Do I care?? (spoiler - no.) And Maggie was lowky boring. Could've gone deeper into her psychologically or had more of her past life coming into the club life kinda thing but instead what we got was - I was raised in prudishshire and then suddenly I own a sex club... like okay that's a big leap and the book barely touched on it. Also why did we not see a single other one of her friends react/talk/anything to the reveal about Beau? Like she straight up just moved away and the only one she seemed to stay in contact with was Emerson.

Side tangent - did anybody else feel vibes between Emerson and Maggie? (Although lowkey only on Maggie's side?) Like the way she talked about Emerson was like she idolized him, not like he was actually her best friend and it kinda felt like she was crushing on him and settled for his son to me. And I know dom/dom doesn't fit, but Charlie admitted Emerson sometimes switched and Maggie showed she could do so they could go back and forth in their roles - just saying. I still love Emerson and Charlie, but I think Emerson and Maggie are more interesting/better fit than Maggie and Beau.

kelseykjreadsthebooks's review against another edition

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4.0

So, ok I'm giving this 4 stars because I'm not going to pretend I didn't enjoy it, but of the four books I've read thus far this is the first one I've had an issue with.

The spice is perfect as always. Sara Cate knows what she's doing. Plot was good.

I think my main complaint is Beau. Where was his character growth???? I feel like he ended the book in the exact same place he was in at the beginning. Sure, relationships were mended, but not once did he actually move toward getting his life together. In fact is SEEMED like he just latched on to a successful woman and magically he didn't really NEED to get his life together. Things were just handed to him only this time it was Maggie instead of his dad. Like, he was a talented artist yet never did anything with it. Why? Why not go to school? Why not try something on your own? Why are you behaving like a mooch?

I'm trying not to say too much because I don't want to include any spoilers, but like the character growth in this one was just not there. That being said, I'm still giving the 4 stars because I did still enjoy the book for the most part.

fsmeurinne's review against another edition

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4.0

I was pleasantly surprised by the fourth book in the Salacious Players’ Club series. Initially hesitant about the reverse age gap and Domme/sub dynamic, I was captivated by Maggie's empowering journey. Sara Cate skillfully delves into Maggie's exploration of her dominant side, portraying her as a fierce and confident Domme. Beau's transformation from a brat to a respectful man under her guidance was beautifully depicted. The story's unique romance, engaging characters, and emotional depth hooked me. I admired Maggie's strength and loved how Sara Cate seamlessly blended the erotic elements with profound self-discovery. The book's empowering portrayal of a female Domme and the characters' transformative journey made it a compelling and satisfying story.

marquel82's review against another edition

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dark emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

sortiz99's review against another edition

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challenging dark inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

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