blackroseofwisdom's review
5.0
Taming Terri was incredibly hard to enjoy. Terri was a brat the entire time, and not an enjoyable brat. Once past the first story, the rest of the book absolutely sings!
lifeinthebooklane's review
4.0
Overall I really enjoyed this book. The intro was fairly brief but set the following stories up really well.
#1 - Taming Terri 1 star
Parts of this book left quite a sour taste in my mouth and several times I came close to DNF'ing it.
Terri is NOT in the lifestyle, has never had an interest in it nor considers herself to be a submissive. Nick takes it upon himself to spank her without her consent. The second time he attempts to spank her, leads to a situation that results in Nick 'needing' to punish Terri.
a) Her response to the second spanking was actually acceptable, he was in the wrong. They were there to work and he was treating her like his plaything. I didn't care for Nick at all, he showed none of the qualities of a 'good dom', especially considering Terri's complete innocence of the world and her discomfort with many aspects of it.
b) The punishment he concocted was totally unbelievable and far too extreme for a woman who had NEVER even thought about BDSM before. Would Master Marshall really give the go ahead when he was fully aware she was a vanilla police officer only at the castle as part of her job? I found it too unbelievable and this turned me off rather than on.
I really liked Terri and, had her initiation into the BDSM world felt much more SSC I know I would have enjoyed this book. I don't mind non-con and dubious con when it is deliberate and part of the plot (as you can see from my reading list!) but when it's under the guise of true BDSM then it hits a hard limit for me.
Embracing Eden - 5 stars
I loved the story of Eden and Grimsley. Full of hidden passion and sexual tension. Every action was consensual and I loved how Grimsley not only reminded Eden she had a safe word to use, but also that he would be very disappointed in her if she didn't use it if/when things got too much.
Whilst Eden is at least interested in the lifestyle, she is fairly new to the scene and has an awful lot of learning to do. Grimsley is only too happy to enlighten her to all the castle, and his hands, have to offer!
Both characters simply drew me into the story and I totally fell in love with them. I felt their emotions, their struggles, worries and passion.
Tempting Tasha - 5 stars
Oh my word this was swoony and hot and kinky and fun all rolled into one amazing story. So good I just couldn't put down!
Tasha ends up at the Castle by fluke and pretends to be an employee. She doesn't know a thing about BDSM but soon learns some very painful but climactic lessons at the hands of Dungeon Master Eamon.
Despite the insta-love (or almost) vibe I really enjoyed this story. I loved how Eamon struggled with his feelings, how strong Tasha was. Their chemistry was off the charts, wow I need a cold shower now!
Controlling Carly - 4 stars
Wow what a hot read! Luke was a bit overbearing at times for me, but I loved how the author kept the true power with Carly. She had the ultimate control over whether he got his way or not so I found I could accept him. There was plenty of chemistry between this pair and some very fun, hot and boundary pushing scenes. I did like that a the hero was more angst filled than the heroine, she knew what she wanted and, despite her own worries, was determined to try and win the prize. In some ways I felt she let Luke of a little easily, but hey the sister was getting her dream guy so I can't fault a girl for that!
Freeing Fawn - 5 stars
A definite must read amongst all these fantastic stories. It's a Golden Angel books so you know there will be butt stuff in there, and what seriously scorching butt stuff it is in so many ways!
I totally fell in love with both Master D and Fawn. Neither of them were too perfect or wonderful for words, which actually made them all the more likeable and amazing. Ms GA has an ability to write very real people into her books, so that you feel a part of their lives and that you might actually bump into them and be their friend. She also writes very, very sexy stories that may require one-handed reading or lead to a lot of fun for you and your partner.
Harboring Holly - 5 stars
This is an intense, sexy and exciting story. I really liked both characters and totally believed in their relationship. Holly and Flint had an intense chemistry and this tale fairly sizzles it is that hot.
I found the writing style really easy to read, it kept me engaged throughout with both the plot and the pace. This is the first work I've read by Raisa Greywood, but it certainly won't be the last.
Capturing Cassandra - 4 stars
I liked how this twisted things so that the heroine is the FBI agent and the 'hero' is a bad guy with a conscience. I felt many of the BDSM elements were on the darker end of the spectrum, Master Diablo certainly held some boundary pushing fantasies. I really enjoyed this story for that aspect alone. Add in a kick-ass heroine and a bad guy with regrets and you end up with a really entertaining, hot and twisty story.
I would describe this as an insta-love story, which isn't a genre I often 'buy into'. However I did very much believe in the chemistry and passion between the couple. Again the writing is good, the story is easy to read and follow, characters had depth, play scenes were very hot and the pace held my attention.
Guarding Grace - 4 stars
Another good story with another 'vanilla' heroine. However this one HAS at least got a basic knowledge of kink and is more than willing to give it a try. Having had to work hard to show others she isn't helpless, Grace struggles to truly give up and submit. Chris has his own battles and demons to face but together this pair have something wonderful and very worth fighting for.
Grace is a strong and fun character, totally adorable and genuinely likeable. Chris was so swoon-worthy and sexy, especially in his vulnerability. I loved when, for his own good, Grace topped from the bottom and the way he accepted it but then took back control.
#1 - Taming Terri 1 star
Parts of this book left quite a sour taste in my mouth and several times I came close to DNF'ing it.
Terri is NOT in the lifestyle, has never had an interest in it nor considers herself to be a submissive. Nick takes it upon himself to spank her without her consent. The second time he attempts to spank her, leads to a situation that results in Nick 'needing' to punish Terri.
a) Her response to the second spanking was actually acceptable, he was in the wrong. They were there to work and he was treating her like his plaything. I didn't care for Nick at all, he showed none of the qualities of a 'good dom', especially considering Terri's complete innocence of the world and her discomfort with many aspects of it.
b) The punishment he concocted was totally unbelievable and far too extreme for a woman who had NEVER even thought about BDSM before. Would Master Marshall really give the go ahead when he was fully aware she was a vanilla police officer only at the castle as part of her job? I found it too unbelievable and this turned me off rather than on.
I really liked Terri and, had her initiation into the BDSM world felt much more SSC I know I would have enjoyed this book. I don't mind non-con and dubious con when it is deliberate and part of the plot (as you can see from my reading list!) but when it's under the guise of true BDSM then it hits a hard limit for me.
Embracing Eden - 5 stars
I loved the story of Eden and Grimsley. Full of hidden passion and sexual tension. Every action was consensual and I loved how Grimsley not only reminded Eden she had a safe word to use, but also that he would be very disappointed in her if she didn't use it if/when things got too much.
Whilst Eden is at least interested in the lifestyle, she is fairly new to the scene and has an awful lot of learning to do. Grimsley is only too happy to enlighten her to all the castle, and his hands, have to offer!
Both characters simply drew me into the story and I totally fell in love with them. I felt their emotions, their struggles, worries and passion.
Tempting Tasha - 5 stars
Oh my word this was swoony and hot and kinky and fun all rolled into one amazing story. So good I just couldn't put down!
Tasha ends up at the Castle by fluke and pretends to be an employee. She doesn't know a thing about BDSM but soon learns some very painful but climactic lessons at the hands of Dungeon Master Eamon.
Despite the insta-love (or almost) vibe I really enjoyed this story. I loved how Eamon struggled with his feelings, how strong Tasha was. Their chemistry was off the charts, wow I need a cold shower now!
Controlling Carly - 4 stars
Wow what a hot read! Luke was a bit overbearing at times for me, but I loved how the author kept the true power with Carly. She had the ultimate control over whether he got his way or not so I found I could accept him. There was plenty of chemistry between this pair and some very fun, hot and boundary pushing scenes. I did like that a the hero was more angst filled than the heroine, she knew what she wanted and, despite her own worries, was determined to try and win the prize. In some ways I felt she let Luke of a little easily, but hey the sister was getting her dream guy so I can't fault a girl for that!
Freeing Fawn - 5 stars
A definite must read amongst all these fantastic stories. It's a Golden Angel books so you know there will be butt stuff in there, and what seriously scorching butt stuff it is in so many ways!
I totally fell in love with both Master D and Fawn. Neither of them were too perfect or wonderful for words, which actually made them all the more likeable and amazing. Ms GA has an ability to write very real people into her books, so that you feel a part of their lives and that you might actually bump into them and be their friend. She also writes very, very sexy stories that may require one-handed reading or lead to a lot of fun for you and your partner.
Harboring Holly - 5 stars
This is an intense, sexy and exciting story. I really liked both characters and totally believed in their relationship. Holly and Flint had an intense chemistry and this tale fairly sizzles it is that hot.
I found the writing style really easy to read, it kept me engaged throughout with both the plot and the pace. This is the first work I've read by Raisa Greywood, but it certainly won't be the last.
Capturing Cassandra - 4 stars
I liked how this twisted things so that the heroine is the FBI agent and the 'hero' is a bad guy with a conscience. I felt many of the BDSM elements were on the darker end of the spectrum, Master Diablo certainly held some boundary pushing fantasies. I really enjoyed this story for that aspect alone. Add in a kick-ass heroine and a bad guy with regrets and you end up with a really entertaining, hot and twisty story.
I would describe this as an insta-love story, which isn't a genre I often 'buy into'. However I did very much believe in the chemistry and passion between the couple. Again the writing is good, the story is easy to read and follow, characters had depth, play scenes were very hot and the pace held my attention.
Guarding Grace - 4 stars
Another good story with another 'vanilla' heroine. However this one HAS at least got a basic knowledge of kink and is more than willing to give it a try. Having had to work hard to show others she isn't helpless, Grace struggles to truly give up and submit. Chris has his own battles and demons to face but together this pair have something wonderful and very worth fighting for.
Grace is a strong and fun character, totally adorable and genuinely likeable. Chris was so swoon-worthy and sexy, especially in his vulnerability. I loved when, for his own good, Grace topped from the bottom and the way he accepted it but then took back control.
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