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michelle_lynn's review
3.5
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½
Couple: Madden & Clover
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❝I’ll do my best to meet your needs in that regard, but I will also discipline you as I see fit and you will address me with respect—Daddy, Master, Sir, whichever you’re most comfortable with.❞
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I really enjoyed this read, it's not something that I normally pick up but am so happy I did. It definitely focussed more on the Madden and Clovers characters over plot. I believe that Madden was exactly what she needed and they both had pined over each other for a long time. It was interesting watching how their relationship came together. It wasn't about the spice but more him being the Dom she needed, with heavy focus on correction with punishment. I wish I could have seen a bit further into their relationship.
Couple: Madden & Clover
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❝I’ll do my best to meet your needs in that regard, but I will also discipline you as I see fit and you will address me with respect—Daddy, Master, Sir, whichever you’re most comfortable with.❞
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I really enjoyed this read, it's not something that I normally pick up but am so happy I did. It definitely focussed more on the Madden and Clovers characters over plot. I believe that Madden was exactly what she needed and they both had pined over each other for a long time. It was interesting watching how their relationship came together. It wasn't about the spice but more him being the Dom she needed, with heavy focus on correction with punishment. I wish I could have seen a bit further into their relationship.
darkness223's review
4.0
What a great start to the series. I really enjoyed Madden and Clover's story these two have known each other for years she is his best friend little sister and he has been in love with her for years but has never acted on his feeling what he does not know is that she feels the same way about him. When Clover leaves her abusive boyfriend Madden is determined to make her his and take care care of her. I loved this book and cannot wait for more.
bergrose's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
lifeinthebooklane's review
4.0
Reading this made me want to immediately one-click all the Maren Smith books I haven't yet bought.
This was just - *swoon*, sigh - quite simply wonderful. The whole book revolves very much around Maddon and Clover, with just a handful of scenes involving other characters. This allows us to really form a connection with both main characters, believe in them and understand them. The emotion, wanting and heart ache both crushed me and filled me with a sense of longing of my own.
Clover is so vulnerable, so damaged by the men in her life and her constant poor choices, Maddon has his own issues but is the rock that anchors her world. The chemistry and bond the author portrayed between the pair held me spellbound from the first to last word. I may even have shed the odd tear, especially at the end. The only reason I didn't read it in one go was that it got so late I fell asleep before I could finish it.
This was very much a book you never wanted to end, it was sweet, steamy, loving, happy, sad and troubled all in one well written package. Madden is such a caring, loving Dom, not perfect but perfect for Clover. Strict when he needs to be, recognising Clover's needs and filling them. Whilst the BDSM content is fairly 'light' it was still extremely hot and fitted well with the story. I'm definitely looking forward to more books in this series.
This was just - *swoon*, sigh - quite simply wonderful. The whole book revolves very much around Maddon and Clover, with just a handful of scenes involving other characters. This allows us to really form a connection with both main characters, believe in them and understand them. The emotion, wanting and heart ache both crushed me and filled me with a sense of longing of my own.
Clover is so vulnerable, so damaged by the men in her life and her constant poor choices, Maddon has his own issues but is the rock that anchors her world. The chemistry and bond the author portrayed between the pair held me spellbound from the first to last word. I may even have shed the odd tear, especially at the end. The only reason I didn't read it in one go was that it got so late I fell asleep before I could finish it.
This was very much a book you never wanted to end, it was sweet, steamy, loving, happy, sad and troubled all in one well written package. Madden is such a caring, loving Dom, not perfect but perfect for Clover. Strict when he needs to be, recognising Clover's needs and filling them. Whilst the BDSM content is fairly 'light' it was still extremely hot and fitted well with the story. I'm definitely looking forward to more books in this series.
helenfinch's review
4.0
Cowboy Dom
I thoroughly enjoy rd this book. I will be reading more by this author. 6 more words required by Amazon.
I thoroughly enjoy rd this book. I will be reading more by this author. 6 more words required by Amazon.
readsbyholliex's review
3.0
good read
Clover has a temper and a rough go from the start from everyone leaving her and having to deal with her nasty ex. Madden has always been a protector and friend to Clover as well as to help whenever she needed it, especially since he was her brothers friend. After Clover leaves her nasty ex, she winds up at Maddens door and the rest of their story is a bit rocky and he tries to help her heal - in more ways then one.
Clover has a temper and a rough go from the start from everyone leaving her and having to deal with her nasty ex. Madden has always been a protector and friend to Clover as well as to help whenever she needed it, especially since he was her brothers friend. After Clover leaves her nasty ex, she winds up at Maddens door and the rest of their story is a bit rocky and he tries to help her heal - in more ways then one.
kristirose's review
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
book_lover_97's review
4.0
This is a read with many emotions and surprises. The past plays a big part into this story, that being said, there is great character development and backstory. I like that Maddon and Clover's backstory is unfolded throughout the story. There are a few mentions that could be triggering for some.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an unbiased, honest review.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an unbiased, honest review.
kar_keys98's review
3.0
The character development was good. The storyline was good. Overall, it was an okay read.