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Trust Me
“I want you to drive me wild,” she whispered and listened to his hearty laughter, the cool object slowly caressing the inside of her calves, causing shivers of anticipation to race along her nerves to the center of her desire. She recognized the feeling of leather and blushed even deeper when she realized he was using the riding crop. The idea of it made her feel oddly aroused.
In a deep tone barely above a whisper, he said, “Let’s play.”
Librarian Sandra Dennis is a small town girl who has always dreamed of visiting France. After winning the trip of a lifetime she finds herself exactly where she wants to be. Two weeks in paradise and nobody to tell to be quiet. What more could a girl want?
Suave, handsome Creighton Ashford seems to be the answer to a girl’s fantasy. Living on a private luxury yacht, this eco-friendly Adonis has a way of making a heart skip and a mind forget all logic.
When Sandra learns Creighton has a mafia king after him, she joins him in a trip across France to find The Don’s daughter and return her to Italy before time runs out and he’s forced to marry her. In his arms, Sandra discovers an exciting world of passion, erotic desires and thrilling adventures she could never have imaged existed. Will she be able help him in his quest before her vacation is over, or will she lose her heart to him forever?
In a deep tone barely above a whisper, he said, “Let’s play.”
Librarian Sandra Dennis is a small town girl who has always dreamed of visiting France. After winning the trip of a lifetime she finds herself exactly where she wants to be. Two weeks in paradise and nobody to tell to be quiet. What more could a girl want?
Suave, handsome Creighton Ashford seems to be the answer to a girl’s fantasy. Living on a private luxury yacht, this eco-friendly Adonis has a way of making a heart skip and a mind forget all logic.
When Sandra learns Creighton has a mafia king after him, she joins him in a trip across France to find The Don’s daughter and return her to Italy before time runs out and he’s forced to marry her. In his arms, Sandra discovers an exciting world of passion, erotic desires and thrilling adventures she could never have imaged existed. Will she be able help him in his quest before her vacation is over, or will she lose her heart to him forever?
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First published February 9, 2013
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May 6, 2013
A dream vacation turns into the romance of a lifetime.
Sandra Dennis is a small town librarian with simple dreams. Devoted to her family, she works hard and stays close to home. When she wins a trip to the French Riviera, she embraces the opportunity and decides to live. She never expected to meet the love of her life.
Creighton Ashford is a handsome and very successful man. Rich and very popular with the ladies, he also carries a secret. He’s desperately in love with Sandra and is determined to make her his wife.
Although this is a self-published book, and one I normally wouldn’t have read, I’m glad I took the time. I liked the main characters very much, and although we rarely got glimpses of Cray’s point of view (which I would have liked), the love story between the two was believable and sensual. The author takes a miniature tour through Europe, and it was fun to read about places I’ve never been.
That said, there were a number of negatives. The biggest suggestion I’d have is to find a professional editor. There were a number of grammar issues, added or missing words and typos. A professional editor would go far in cutting those things out, as well as helping with the pacing. I enjoyed Trust Me, but it was far too long. I admit I began skimming some descriptions of rooms or unnecessary characters. I appreciate the author’s imagination, but it just slowed down the pace of the story. And while the sex was hot, there was just too much. After many scenes, it became gratuitous. I enjoy a deep conversation between a couple in love just as much as a hot sex scene.
One final point (which is what I was left with after days of reading): when I invest the amount of time it takes to read a story that’s almost 500 pages, I really would like an ending. To read “To Be Continued…” after all that was really frustrating. One of the cardinal rules of most romance publishers is a happily ever after or at least a happily for now ending.
All that considered, I made it to the end of this book because I did like the characters and hoped they’d make it. There is real potential in this story. The author has a very nice voice, and with a little work and sophistication, this could be a real winner.
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Sandra Dennis is a small town librarian with simple dreams. Devoted to her family, she works hard and stays close to home. When she wins a trip to the French Riviera, she embraces the opportunity and decides to live. She never expected to meet the love of her life.
Creighton Ashford is a handsome and very successful man. Rich and very popular with the ladies, he also carries a secret. He’s desperately in love with Sandra and is determined to make her his wife.
Although this is a self-published book, and one I normally wouldn’t have read, I’m glad I took the time. I liked the main characters very much, and although we rarely got glimpses of Cray’s point of view (which I would have liked), the love story between the two was believable and sensual. The author takes a miniature tour through Europe, and it was fun to read about places I’ve never been.
That said, there were a number of negatives. The biggest suggestion I’d have is to find a professional editor. There were a number of grammar issues, added or missing words and typos. A professional editor would go far in cutting those things out, as well as helping with the pacing. I enjoyed Trust Me, but it was far too long. I admit I began skimming some descriptions of rooms or unnecessary characters. I appreciate the author’s imagination, but it just slowed down the pace of the story. And while the sex was hot, there was just too much. After many scenes, it became gratuitous. I enjoy a deep conversation between a couple in love just as much as a hot sex scene.
One final point (which is what I was left with after days of reading): when I invest the amount of time it takes to read a story that’s almost 500 pages, I really would like an ending. To read “To Be Continued…” after all that was really frustrating. One of the cardinal rules of most romance publishers is a happily ever after or at least a happily for now ending.
All that considered, I made it to the end of this book because I did like the characters and hoped they’d make it. There is real potential in this story. The author has a very nice voice, and with a little work and sophistication, this could be a real winner.
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March 2, 2013
While I don't normally write reviews on books I've read, I felt strongly enough about this one that I wanted to express my opinion.
I wasn't aware this was a pseudo self-published book when I began reading, I discovered this when I was about 1/4 of the way through. Had I known this fact going in (my own fault for not having paid attention), I may not have taken the time to read - especially considering the number of pages.
I'm glad I took the time. I liked the main characters very much, and although we rarely got glimpses of Cray's point of view (which I would have liked), the love story between the two was believable and sensual.
That said, there were a number of negatives, and I hope the author takes some things into advisement with her next tale. The biggest suggestion I'd have is to find a professional editor. There are many, many grammatical errors, as well as added/missing words and typos. A professional editor will not only help cut these erros out, he/she may give valuable advice regarding the story itself.
I enjoyed Trust Me, but it really was far too long. To storyboard the book, not a lot happens considering the large number of pages. After the second or third hotel room, I admit I began skipping descriptions of rooms/buildings. Unless it had something to do with the story, the fact that the drapes matched the bedspread or the wood was a certain color became repetitive. Same thing with bit characters. While I like the imagination it takes to describe everyone, I'm not sure it's necessary to know everything about what the clerk at the store looks like. I appreciate the author's imagination, but it just slowed down the pace of the story.
While the sex was hot, again, there was just too much. Scene after scene, and the act becomes gratuitous. It may just be my opinion, but I'd love a deep conversation every once in a while just as much as a hot sex scene. In addition, the number of times the word blush was used became unreal. Sandra blushed after every comment. The three standard reactions were blush, laugh and frown. A little variation would have been nice.
There were a number of point of view issues as well. Most of the story was told in Sandra's point of view, but occasionally there was a shift to Cray's and it took me out of the action temporarily.
One final point (which is what I was left with after days of reading). If I invest the amount of time it takes to read a story that's almost 500 pages, I really would like an ending. To read "To Be Continued..." after all that was really frustrating. One of the cardinal rules of most romance publishers is a happily ever after or happily for now ending. Leaving it hanging like that leaves the reader very put out. I'm also not sure I want to devote that kind of time to another story, considering the negatives I found in this one.
All that said, I made it to the end of this book because I did like the characters and hoped they'd make it. There is real potential in this story, and if things were changed (an editor is a must), I'd have scored it higher. The author has a very nice voice, and with a little work and sophistication, this can be a real winner.
I wasn't aware this was a pseudo self-published book when I began reading, I discovered this when I was about 1/4 of the way through. Had I known this fact going in (my own fault for not having paid attention), I may not have taken the time to read - especially considering the number of pages.
I'm glad I took the time. I liked the main characters very much, and although we rarely got glimpses of Cray's point of view (which I would have liked), the love story between the two was believable and sensual.
That said, there were a number of negatives, and I hope the author takes some things into advisement with her next tale. The biggest suggestion I'd have is to find a professional editor. There are many, many grammatical errors, as well as added/missing words and typos. A professional editor will not only help cut these erros out, he/she may give valuable advice regarding the story itself.
I enjoyed Trust Me, but it really was far too long. To storyboard the book, not a lot happens considering the large number of pages. After the second or third hotel room, I admit I began skipping descriptions of rooms/buildings. Unless it had something to do with the story, the fact that the drapes matched the bedspread or the wood was a certain color became repetitive. Same thing with bit characters. While I like the imagination it takes to describe everyone, I'm not sure it's necessary to know everything about what the clerk at the store looks like. I appreciate the author's imagination, but it just slowed down the pace of the story.
While the sex was hot, again, there was just too much. Scene after scene, and the act becomes gratuitous. It may just be my opinion, but I'd love a deep conversation every once in a while just as much as a hot sex scene. In addition, the number of times the word blush was used became unreal. Sandra blushed after every comment. The three standard reactions were blush, laugh and frown. A little variation would have been nice.
There were a number of point of view issues as well. Most of the story was told in Sandra's point of view, but occasionally there was a shift to Cray's and it took me out of the action temporarily.
One final point (which is what I was left with after days of reading). If I invest the amount of time it takes to read a story that's almost 500 pages, I really would like an ending. To read "To Be Continued..." after all that was really frustrating. One of the cardinal rules of most romance publishers is a happily ever after or happily for now ending. Leaving it hanging like that leaves the reader very put out. I'm also not sure I want to devote that kind of time to another story, considering the negatives I found in this one.
All that said, I made it to the end of this book because I did like the characters and hoped they'd make it. There is real potential in this story, and if things were changed (an editor is a must), I'd have scored it higher. The author has a very nice voice, and with a little work and sophistication, this can be a real winner.
August 2, 2013
This book is probably trilogy length all on it's own, let's just say it has three times the content of most other books in this genre and yet only spans two weeks in time.
It's hard to review it without giving spoilers but here goes... It reads like an instruction manual for quite a lot of kinky toys, and probably two thirds of the book is sex, with a loose story thrown in. Turns out there's a book two, which is a good thing as you're left with a lot of unanswered questions from book one, although its not a cliffhanger ending thankfully.
Will I read book 2? I'm honestly not sure, book one would really benefit from a good proof reading, the errors put me off in places, and at the end of the day it's just another billionaire kinky sex story. I didn't dislike the book, it was a good enough read, but there are other books in this genre that I have enjoyed more.
If you're only interested in the kink then you'll enjoy it, there's certainly enough of it, but if like me you want a story as well you may not get as much out of it.
It's hard to review it without giving spoilers but here goes... It reads like an instruction manual for quite a lot of kinky toys, and probably two thirds of the book is sex, with a loose story thrown in. Turns out there's a book two, which is a good thing as you're left with a lot of unanswered questions from book one, although its not a cliffhanger ending thankfully.
Will I read book 2? I'm honestly not sure, book one would really benefit from a good proof reading, the errors put me off in places, and at the end of the day it's just another billionaire kinky sex story. I didn't dislike the book, it was a good enough read, but there are other books in this genre that I have enjoyed more.
If you're only interested in the kink then you'll enjoy it, there's certainly enough of it, but if like me you want a story as well you may not get as much out of it.
March 4, 2013
This was a good book..the romance is a little too good to be true...good read. Cliffhanger at the end. So many unanswered question...book 2 supposed to be released this summer...
March 26, 2013
Very compelling story and I can't wait to read "Trust Me II" ;)
May 7, 2013
took a few days but it really did all come together and I loved it....great ending and I was shocked to see that it will continue on...that was a nice surprise !!
May 17, 2013
A wonderful book!!! So, happy to hear that there will be a Trust Me II. I could never tire reading about Cray and Sandra.
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November 30, 2014
Very spicy, shorter would be better though.
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December 1, 2020
I highly recommend reading this series. The books are so good.
August 7, 2013
I felt like this book was just trying way to hard to get in on that 50 Shade of Grey action.
The story line was oh so similar with a few scenario changes. But the intimate scenes just left me feeling awkward and uncomfortable. Some of that kinky stuff was just way too much for me. Not only that but it all seemed so unreal. The main character, whose name I can't even think of now because it's so rarely said, is a supposed virgin. But you would never know it they way she gets going on. She claims she's this big shy innocent lady, but what she's done in a couple days I can't imagine myself doing ever and I don't think I'm that intimately shy. It's fine if you want your characters to take part in those kinds of actions. But don't make them to be these people they obviously aren't. Your characters personality description and their actions are just too conflicting.
I also felt it was way too long. It was like an entire series packed into one book and the climatic moment just kept getting pushed further and further back. With nothing exciting happening and the anxiety over what is supposed to come next being lessened by just never arriving it makes for a pretty boring read.
Unless of course you are into that pretty messed up kinky stuff than I suppose this is the read for you, because there really isn't much else at all going on here, with a barely there story line. But even I enjoyed 50 Shades and it's sexual boldness. The scenes in this book however just made me shake me head and literally question the book out loud. I even quoted lines to my female friends and they were just as confused and even grossed out as I was.
Owell, they can't all be greats. I will admit that I enjoy a good smutty book every now and then, but this was just not the one for me.
The story line was oh so similar with a few scenario changes. But the intimate scenes just left me feeling awkward and uncomfortable. Some of that kinky stuff was just way too much for me. Not only that but it all seemed so unreal. The main character, whose name I can't even think of now because it's so rarely said, is a supposed virgin. But you would never know it they way she gets going on. She claims she's this big shy innocent lady, but what she's done in a couple days I can't imagine myself doing ever and I don't think I'm that intimately shy. It's fine if you want your characters to take part in those kinds of actions. But don't make them to be these people they obviously aren't. Your characters personality description and their actions are just too conflicting.
I also felt it was way too long. It was like an entire series packed into one book and the climatic moment just kept getting pushed further and further back. With nothing exciting happening and the anxiety over what is supposed to come next being lessened by just never arriving it makes for a pretty boring read.
Unless of course you are into that pretty messed up kinky stuff than I suppose this is the read for you, because there really isn't much else at all going on here, with a barely there story line. But even I enjoyed 50 Shades and it's sexual boldness. The scenes in this book however just made me shake me head and literally question the book out loud. I even quoted lines to my female friends and they were just as confused and even grossed out as I was.
Owell, they can't all be greats. I will admit that I enjoy a good smutty book every now and then, but this was just not the one for me.
March 25, 2013
I really wanted to like this book and it was obvious the author had put a lot of effort into it.
The characters Creighton and Sandra were good together. I enjoyed their affection and humour. Creighton had the potential to be a very interesting complex character. He was farmer's boy from Yorkshire who became a millionaire entrepreneur with cars, hotels and yachts, but he was a bit too nice. There was no scary edge to him, which would have added a bit more spice. Also, I know he's supposed to be British, but Brits don't say "shagging" all the time or call each other "Blighters", especially not in Yorkshire.
The geographical settings were lovely and I felt like I'd been on holiday.
However I found the story quite long and dragged out a bit too much. Some of the descriptions of cars and hotel rooms and houses read like shopping lists.
There were far too many sex scenes and not enough story. There didn't need to be so many as most of them didn't move the story on in any way. Some of the scenarios were good and inventive, but most were just repetitive. It was definitely a case of quantity over quality.
There were also a lot of annoying editing issues with incorrect words being used and sentences not making sense. Some of them made me giggle though i.e. "his eyes shinned", "horse whispering", "roll play".
The ending was quite sweet and I can see that there is going to be a follow up book at some time.
On the whole I think this book would be better with a bit more editing and cutting out of unnecessary scenes.
The characters Creighton and Sandra were good together. I enjoyed their affection and humour. Creighton had the potential to be a very interesting complex character. He was farmer's boy from Yorkshire who became a millionaire entrepreneur with cars, hotels and yachts, but he was a bit too nice. There was no scary edge to him, which would have added a bit more spice. Also, I know he's supposed to be British, but Brits don't say "shagging" all the time or call each other "Blighters", especially not in Yorkshire.
The geographical settings were lovely and I felt like I'd been on holiday.
However I found the story quite long and dragged out a bit too much. Some of the descriptions of cars and hotel rooms and houses read like shopping lists.
There were far too many sex scenes and not enough story. There didn't need to be so many as most of them didn't move the story on in any way. Some of the scenarios were good and inventive, but most were just repetitive. It was definitely a case of quantity over quality.
There were also a lot of annoying editing issues with incorrect words being used and sentences not making sense. Some of them made me giggle though i.e. "his eyes shinned", "horse whispering", "roll play".
The ending was quite sweet and I can see that there is going to be a follow up book at some time.
On the whole I think this book would be better with a bit more editing and cutting out of unnecessary scenes.
August 1, 2013
CAN YOU SAY STEAMY HOT AND BOTHER BOOK??!!!
Sandra Dennis didn’t even think to believe that your dream vacation turn into a romance of a lifetime.
Sandra is a small town librarian with super small dreams. She loves her family with all her heart and stay close to home. When she wins a trip to the French Riviera, a place she has been saving to go to for 2 years, she is super excited and decided to love but she never expected to meet the love of her life either.
Creighton Ashford is super handsome and very successful man. Started his own business at a young age and thrived. If you see him walking down the street there would be many heads turning. He is rich and super popular with the ladies, but carries a secret. He is desperately in love with Sandra and is determined to make her his wife.
This is a very erotic novel with more than a bit of BDSM mixed in. Super steamy scenes that get you a little hot and bothered:)
There is some parts that I loved well most parts and others that kind of seemed forced into the book to make it more interesting. But other than that I love the book.
“This man, this wonderful perverted, controlling man who made money speak and her heart sing, was the only man for her life and she was eager to begin her life with him, trusting him until the day she died.”
Sandra Dennis didn’t even think to believe that your dream vacation turn into a romance of a lifetime.
Sandra is a small town librarian with super small dreams. She loves her family with all her heart and stay close to home. When she wins a trip to the French Riviera, a place she has been saving to go to for 2 years, she is super excited and decided to love but she never expected to meet the love of her life either.
Creighton Ashford is super handsome and very successful man. Started his own business at a young age and thrived. If you see him walking down the street there would be many heads turning. He is rich and super popular with the ladies, but carries a secret. He is desperately in love with Sandra and is determined to make her his wife.
This is a very erotic novel with more than a bit of BDSM mixed in. Super steamy scenes that get you a little hot and bothered:)
There is some parts that I loved well most parts and others that kind of seemed forced into the book to make it more interesting. But other than that I love the book.
“This man, this wonderful perverted, controlling man who made money speak and her heart sing, was the only man for her life and she was eager to begin her life with him, trusting him until the day she died.”
May 8, 2013
I enjoyed this book very much. The way Cray (rich & handsome) goes after what he wants in the form of Sandra (shy Librarian) with determination is beautiful. I love the visions of the landscapes as well as the love/erotic scenes of characters in the book. Their story of love, learning and accepting of each other and togetherness was wonderful. I cannot wait for "TRUST ME II". I was very surprised that for the length of this book, I was captivated from the very beginning to the ending without a lull.
I would definitely recommend this book to others.
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I would definitely recommend this book to others.
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April 30, 2013
I throughly enjoyed reading this book I found that I couldn't get to my kindle fast enough. Sure there were errors in the writing, my guess is that it was computer related. This story was great I enjoyed the plot the hot and steamy sex. Two farm kids fall in love, one a multimillionaire and the other a virgin librarian from hoisington ks, (not far from me Wichita, ks, where I have lived all my life). Just read for the sake of loving to read and put you red pen a way. Trust me?
Now I need book two please!
Now I need book two please!
August 11, 2016
I really liked this one. Had sort of a 50 Shades feel to it but he was more caring and gentle and making sure she was okay with him doing what he was about to do. There were a few times where I thought there was a little too much detail, like when describing some of the rooms that I skimmed over. I wasn't too happy with the ending but I will be checking out the second book.
March 29, 2013
More like 3.5 stars.. The story was a good idea but the hype behind The Don wasn't all its cracked up to be and I was waiting for something climactic to happen that didn't. This is the first time I'm ever saying this but I thought the book was too long;(
April 4, 2013
Great erotic love story, easy to read and lots of details (ohhhh). This is deck chair by the pool reading. Found it on a free promotion and probably be very tempted to purchase the next part to the story. Nice one!
August 30, 2013
I love this book. It is so full of romance, adventure, suspense,
hot and steamy sex and so much more. The characters are all awesome. The story itself was great. Well written. I definitely recommend this book. A great add to your tbr list. Very erotic. ;)
hot and steamy sex and so much more. The characters are all awesome. The story itself was great. Well written. I definitely recommend this book. A great add to your tbr list. Very erotic. ;)
March 6, 2013
Not sure how to rate this. It seemed way to long w/ not a lot of substance other than kinky sex on every other page. Several grammatical errors!
June 3, 2013
loved this book. Fell in love with Creighton (love the name) and Sandra. he swept her off her feet. wish my hubby was like Cray. can't wait for book 2.
May 27, 2013
Loved Creighton Ashford and Sandra Dennis. Lots of twists & turns.
August 5, 2013
I liked the story and thought is was well written. Long story, but well detailed. The story made you think you were part of the story. And the sex scenes...JUST OMG.
WORTH THE READ
WORTH THE READ
April 11, 2013
Too Slow, but still interested in reading the second one!
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