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The Devil's Kiss #1.3 - included in #1
Retribution
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74 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 1, 2013
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Gemma James
61 books2,601 followersGemma James is a USA Today bestselling author of sexy contemporary and dark romance. She loves to explore the darker side of human nature in her fiction, and she’s morbidly curious about anything dark and edgy, from deviant seduction to fascinating villains. Readers have described her stories as being “not for the faint of heart.”
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April 14, 2013
We start this one with Kayla finally managing to gain an advantage over Gage – for once he’s no longer calling all the shots. Her daughter is showing signs of recovery but still needs to continue her treatment so Kayla submits to one last weekend of subjugation at the hands of Gage.
She’s forced to deal with three important men in her life in this one – Rick her violent and abusive ex is back on the scene and has secrets to share that will shock you and change the landscape significantly here. Gage – the one man who can make her body sing. She has an almost Pavlovic response to him now – her body has been conditioned to react with arousal when she sees him, despite the brutality that he has unleashed on her. Lastly, there is Ian, the Doctor that has long been in love with her – he offers her security, protection, unconditional love but they don’t share the same incendiary spark she feels when she is with Gage.
This one has so many twists and turns in the plot it’ll make your head spin. It’s full of really quite delicious BDSM that we’ve now come to expect but the ending is what makes this whole trilogy just that little bit different. I can’t quite make up my mind whether the ending is inspired or anti-climactic. Ambiguous is definitely the one word that accurately sums it up and, as a reader, you are going to be able to put your own interpretation on it. I know who I picked for that last scene.
Overall I give this series 4 stars for a brave plot well executed. It is dark and twisted and should be approached that way. For the future, I’d like to see Gemma James write a a full-length novel, well mapped out from the beginning. She’s definitely a talented erotica writer with an sinfully wicked imagination – I think I’d like to see more of this with the consistency that a full-length novel can give. I also completely adore the cover art – I think they are simply beautiful.
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“Fuck, woman, I’m never letting you go.” He gripped my head and forced my gaze to his. “Come for me.”
I fell into oblivion.
She’s forced to deal with three important men in her life in this one – Rick her violent and abusive ex is back on the scene and has secrets to share that will shock you and change the landscape significantly here. Gage – the one man who can make her body sing. She has an almost Pavlovic response to him now – her body has been conditioned to react with arousal when she sees him, despite the brutality that he has unleashed on her. Lastly, there is Ian, the Doctor that has long been in love with her – he offers her security, protection, unconditional love but they don’t share the same incendiary spark she feels when she is with Gage.
This one has so many twists and turns in the plot it’ll make your head spin. It’s full of really quite delicious BDSM that we’ve now come to expect but the ending is what makes this whole trilogy just that little bit different. I can’t quite make up my mind whether the ending is inspired or anti-climactic. Ambiguous is definitely the one word that accurately sums it up and, as a reader, you are going to be able to put your own interpretation on it. I know who I picked for that last scene.
Overall I give this series 4 stars for a brave plot well executed. It is dark and twisted and should be approached that way. For the future, I’d like to see Gemma James write a a full-length novel, well mapped out from the beginning. She’s definitely a talented erotica writer with an sinfully wicked imagination – I think I’d like to see more of this with the consistency that a full-length novel can give. I also completely adore the cover art – I think they are simply beautiful.
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April 10, 2013
I am truly a masochist....no, I am an insane masochist. I have now crossed over the line of sanity into the sea of cray cray with Kayla. Why? Because I actually started to like one of the most anti-heroes I've ever read! He's cruel. He's mean. He has no gleaning qualities, except I saw a glimmer of hope for Gage Channing and I think the character I loved hating so much now has me wanting to ... like him? *shivers*
Retribution is book #3 in The Devil's Kiss series of novellas and it picks right up where Enslaved left off, so I strongly recommend reading the books in order to get the full emotional impact of the story and to understand what is happening. Who's the Devil in The Devil's Kiss? Gage Channing of course! He could definitely give Lucifer himself a run for his money. As I said, Gage is just as cruel as ever, but I saw a glimmer of hope for him ... redemption draweth nigh. At least I hope he's redeemable, as I'm really beginning to like the guy and I'm not sure that's a good thing, but I do understand him so much better. He's still not excused for his cruelty nor is he excused for his methods of punishment, but I can now see where his deranged actions stem from.
While Retribution seemed a little tamer than Ultimatum and Enslaved, it still has its degree of dark erotica and certainly holds a degree of angst. In the beginning, Kayla gains the upper hand on Gage with the information given to us at the end of Enslaved, and she is quick to confront him. She can feel freedom within her grasp, but what she finds when she confronts Gage is surprising. I admit that I was completely shocked as well; Gage was completely vulnerable and out of character. Was Gage displaying a weakness? Could it be? Well, that didn't last long, because Kayla quickly lost the upper hand and Gage was back to his old self and in control once again. This man is scary, but I really do see something in him that might just make him redeemable in my eyes....and maybe even in Kayla's eyes, too. He almost showed a flicker of remorse in his actions toward Kayla. Almost.
I'd expected a fight, only I'd gotten my first real glimpse of remorse, and it reminded me that underneath all his complexity, Gage was still a man.
When Gage began to open up and confide his past to Kayla, it was as though a light bulb went on in my head and I had that first aha! moment. I actually felt a sadness for Gage and that was the moment I knew I was really in trouble....Gage was getting to me. He was not only breaking Kayla's walls, but mine as well. While Gage was winning me over, albeit slowly and with reservations, I was furious with Kayla and had a hard time understanding her. She has endured so very much at the hands of this monster, yet he was her magnet, pulling her to him as though he was a supernatural force to be reckoned with. Kayla couldn't take herself away from him; even when freedom was one step away to the right, she managed to go left. She has completely fallen into the deep canyon of insanity. Her mind kept telling her the right thing to do, but her heart and body kept betraying her.
I'd been naked in front of him too many times to count, had lost all dignity in front of Ian and Katherine, but something about this time, this night, made me feel more vulnerable in my nudity. I was there of my own free will. He hadn't blackmailed or coaxed me; it was a truth I couldn't hide from, and being spread out before him brought it to the forefront of my mind.
Kayla's inner battle lost time after time. Gage completely owned her and she let him. *sigh* Part of me understands and part of me wants to slap her and say, "Hey! Remember when he did this?!" But, Kayla does remember often ... hence the inner battles and fear. Then Gage goes and does something completely sweet and darn it if he didn't just sweep me off my feet with his confession! Ugh! I really want to hate this man, but I can't ... it's so ... so ... frustrating! THEN of all things, the author throws in something that I never saw coming! The REAL reason for Gage pursuing Kayla and the ties that bind Kayla, Gage, and Ian together. While it almost seemed forced and too quick to answer some of my questions, it was still a big surprise to me none the less. Awww...but the author doesn't stop there. Oh, no. She still has plenty of angst in a life and death situation for Kayla and Gage that put me on the edge of my seat and had me panting to read more in a hurried attempt to get to the outcome.
While I originally believed that The Devil's Kiss was to be a trilogy, Gemma James has seen fit to end Retribution on a "presumption" that has me salivating for another installment. I love book series and I love to read them in order. I love the angst of a cliffhanger, but I hate the wait for resolution to my agony of not knowing. Well, really I don't mind it if the story is great and Retribution is one of the great ones. While Retribution was more subdued compared to the first two books in the series, it still held a great story and I thoroughly enjoyed myself while reading it. As a novella, this book can be read in a lunch hour or two and still manage to have me feeling as though I've just read a complete novel. The only thing preventing Retribution from being 5 stars for me was Ian's actions with Kayla in his office. To prevent spoilers, I won't say what he did, but I felt that it was completely out of the blue and didn't feel right in the story. Again, that is just me. Overall, Retribution is quite worthy of the 4 stars I do give it and I encourage readers to immerse themselves into the world of Gage Channing. It is very important that these books be read in order. Note to the author: While I was resolved that there was an end to my crisis ... BAM! You leave me with an implication that has my mouth drooling for more! Well played, Gemma James. :)
Retribution is book #3 in The Devil's Kiss series of novellas and it picks right up where Enslaved left off, so I strongly recommend reading the books in order to get the full emotional impact of the story and to understand what is happening. Who's the Devil in The Devil's Kiss? Gage Channing of course! He could definitely give Lucifer himself a run for his money. As I said, Gage is just as cruel as ever, but I saw a glimmer of hope for him ... redemption draweth nigh. At least I hope he's redeemable, as I'm really beginning to like the guy and I'm not sure that's a good thing, but I do understand him so much better. He's still not excused for his cruelty nor is he excused for his methods of punishment, but I can now see where his deranged actions stem from.
While Retribution seemed a little tamer than Ultimatum and Enslaved, it still has its degree of dark erotica and certainly holds a degree of angst. In the beginning, Kayla gains the upper hand on Gage with the information given to us at the end of Enslaved, and she is quick to confront him. She can feel freedom within her grasp, but what she finds when she confronts Gage is surprising. I admit that I was completely shocked as well; Gage was completely vulnerable and out of character. Was Gage displaying a weakness? Could it be? Well, that didn't last long, because Kayla quickly lost the upper hand and Gage was back to his old self and in control once again. This man is scary, but I really do see something in him that might just make him redeemable in my eyes....and maybe even in Kayla's eyes, too. He almost showed a flicker of remorse in his actions toward Kayla. Almost.
I'd expected a fight, only I'd gotten my first real glimpse of remorse, and it reminded me that underneath all his complexity, Gage was still a man.
When Gage began to open up and confide his past to Kayla, it was as though a light bulb went on in my head and I had that first aha! moment. I actually felt a sadness for Gage and that was the moment I knew I was really in trouble....Gage was getting to me. He was not only breaking Kayla's walls, but mine as well. While Gage was winning me over, albeit slowly and with reservations, I was furious with Kayla and had a hard time understanding her. She has endured so very much at the hands of this monster, yet he was her magnet, pulling her to him as though he was a supernatural force to be reckoned with. Kayla couldn't take herself away from him; even when freedom was one step away to the right, she managed to go left. She has completely fallen into the deep canyon of insanity. Her mind kept telling her the right thing to do, but her heart and body kept betraying her.
I'd been naked in front of him too many times to count, had lost all dignity in front of Ian and Katherine, but something about this time, this night, made me feel more vulnerable in my nudity. I was there of my own free will. He hadn't blackmailed or coaxed me; it was a truth I couldn't hide from, and being spread out before him brought it to the forefront of my mind.
Kayla's inner battle lost time after time. Gage completely owned her and she let him. *sigh* Part of me understands and part of me wants to slap her and say, "Hey! Remember when he did this?!" But, Kayla does remember often ... hence the inner battles and fear. Then Gage goes and does something completely sweet and darn it if he didn't just sweep me off my feet with his confession! Ugh! I really want to hate this man, but I can't ... it's so ... so ... frustrating! THEN of all things, the author throws in something that I never saw coming! The REAL reason for Gage pursuing Kayla and the ties that bind Kayla, Gage, and Ian together. While it almost seemed forced and too quick to answer some of my questions, it was still a big surprise to me none the less. Awww...but the author doesn't stop there. Oh, no. She still has plenty of angst in a life and death situation for Kayla and Gage that put me on the edge of my seat and had me panting to read more in a hurried attempt to get to the outcome.
While I originally believed that The Devil's Kiss was to be a trilogy, Gemma James has seen fit to end Retribution on a "presumption" that has me salivating for another installment. I love book series and I love to read them in order. I love the angst of a cliffhanger, but I hate the wait for resolution to my agony of not knowing. Well, really I don't mind it if the story is great and Retribution is one of the great ones. While Retribution was more subdued compared to the first two books in the series, it still held a great story and I thoroughly enjoyed myself while reading it. As a novella, this book can be read in a lunch hour or two and still manage to have me feeling as though I've just read a complete novel. The only thing preventing Retribution from being 5 stars for me was Ian's actions with Kayla in his office. To prevent spoilers, I won't say what he did, but I felt that it was completely out of the blue and didn't feel right in the story. Again, that is just me. Overall, Retribution is quite worthy of the 4 stars I do give it and I encourage readers to immerse themselves into the world of Gage Channing. It is very important that these books be read in order. Note to the author: While I was resolved that there was an end to my crisis ... BAM! You leave me with an implication that has my mouth drooling for more! Well played, Gemma James. :)
March 24, 2013
Full review to follow.
The first 80% of the book is edgy, hard, DARK and sexy as Hell.
In a non-con/confused/ultimately consensual sort of a way. It's a Mindfuck.
But the ending: what an anti-climax, really.!!
3 Stars.
The first 80% of the book is edgy, hard, DARK and sexy as Hell.
In a non-con/confused/ultimately consensual sort of a way. It's a Mindfuck.
But the ending: what an anti-climax, really.!!
3 Stars.
March 30, 2013
Okay I first have to get this off my chest....admit that I actually might not hate or loathe Gage. I am a horrible person. But for some reason I really want to hope that he has some good in him. That it was not all for nothing. I mean he did a few things this time that really made you think he had a heart.
Retribution starts off just after Kayla finds out that she may just have the upper hand. Gage is blackmailing her, but now she has proof that could send him to jail. But all she wants is her freedom and her daughter's medical expenses taken care of. I mean it's only fair after Gage has beat her, forced her to watch Ian with Katherine and him to watch her with Gage... But she is drawn to him, he has opened a dark side within her that has her torn between the man you she used to love and the man that ignites her even though he causes her such pain.
But shit gets out of hand...big time. There are a handful of twists that seem like they would be too much for this short of a story - but they fit, and it's not too much. The ending is killing me. I think this will be the final installment, but that was just pure torture.
I feel the need to get this bit out - it will drive me crazy....
April 10, 2013
Picking up only days after the end of Enslaved, Kayla is understandably angry and even afraid of Gage. However, because of the contract, the penalty for her not being available is more than she can bear. But, she can’t stay away: he’s in her blood, despite her conflicted emotions about the situation.
This book delves into the emotions of the characters and their guilt, anger, motivation and even regrets. Sadly, for Kayla, no one is what they seem, and she discovers that even her best friend was deceiving her. Recovering from that blow, and the confusion about her attraction and need for Gage only heightens her appeal to readers. While the other two books in the series were interesting and packed a punch, the raw emotional confusion: guilt, anger, pity and even joy, provide a whole new set of questions and answers for readers who are curious about the whole dynamic that has developed.
With a surprising yet open-for-interpretation ending, Gemma James has created a series that starts as a story about BDSM with questionable consent, but ends up giving us a story that is so much more: rich with emotional detail, traumatic events and moments of pure tenderness as one aspect of the BDSM lifestyle unfolds over a short period of time.
This does continue the storyline from the first two books, and does contain several scenes that are suitable ONLY for 18+ readers and those aware of, or comfortable with detailed and darker examples of BDSM and the Master / Submissive relationship.
I received an eBook copy from the author for purpose of honest review for the Jeep Diva. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
This book delves into the emotions of the characters and their guilt, anger, motivation and even regrets. Sadly, for Kayla, no one is what they seem, and she discovers that even her best friend was deceiving her. Recovering from that blow, and the confusion about her attraction and need for Gage only heightens her appeal to readers. While the other two books in the series were interesting and packed a punch, the raw emotional confusion: guilt, anger, pity and even joy, provide a whole new set of questions and answers for readers who are curious about the whole dynamic that has developed.
With a surprising yet open-for-interpretation ending, Gemma James has created a series that starts as a story about BDSM with questionable consent, but ends up giving us a story that is so much more: rich with emotional detail, traumatic events and moments of pure tenderness as one aspect of the BDSM lifestyle unfolds over a short period of time.
This does continue the storyline from the first two books, and does contain several scenes that are suitable ONLY for 18+ readers and those aware of, or comfortable with detailed and darker examples of BDSM and the Master / Submissive relationship.
I received an eBook copy from the author for purpose of honest review for the Jeep Diva. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
December 13, 2013
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! JUST.........WOW!!!!!!
Gemma James I was waiting for this......I was waiting for something to really blow my mind and guess what?
YOU DID!!!!!!!!!
So things between Kayla and Gage have come to a head. After finding out some incriminating things about him inEnslaved, she has used the knowledge to her advantage to get out of his contract and his clutches. But Gage won't give up so easy. His such an evil bastard....and cocky....and I'm ashamed to say it....HOT!
He knows Kayla will come back to him, back into his bed. And.....she does.
Poor girl's a glutton for punishment. Literally.
I'm happy how Ian stands by her, but he dropped a whopper on me. Thus, thoroughly blowing my mind!
Sincerely enjoyed this one Miss James. On to the final installment for me because that last part was just super cryptic!
Gemma James I was waiting for this......I was waiting for something to really blow my mind and guess what?
YOU DID!!!!!!!!!
So things between Kayla and Gage have come to a head. After finding out some incriminating things about him inEnslaved, she has used the knowledge to her advantage to get out of his contract and his clutches. But Gage won't give up so easy. His such an evil bastard....and cocky....and I'm ashamed to say it....HOT!
He knows Kayla will come back to him, back into his bed. And.....she does.
Poor girl's a glutton for punishment. Literally.
I'm happy how Ian stands by her, but he dropped a whopper on me. Thus, thoroughly blowing my mind!
Sincerely enjoyed this one Miss James. On to the final installment for me because that last part was just super cryptic!
March 15, 2013
It's a 4.5 from me!
I'm a huge fan and loved this series so much. It's been dark and gritty, with such an interesting storyline and deliciously hot for 100% of it!!
I THOROUGHLY enjoy Gemma's writing style it's beautifully scripted throughout the three books.
It flows in a silky smooth way, I love it. Chapter 3, Dream in this book for instance was WOW, just WOW - delicious writing.
This is easily resolved, we'll call it a blip!
Write book 4, go back to your old, dark self - we're going to need extra dirty mind you...I think you owe us!!
I'm a huge fan and loved this series so much. It's been dark and gritty, with such an interesting storyline and deliciously hot for 100% of it!!
I THOROUGHLY enjoy Gemma's writing style it's beautifully scripted throughout the three books.
It flows in a silky smooth way, I love it. Chapter 3, Dream in this book for instance was WOW, just WOW - delicious writing.
This is easily resolved, we'll call it a blip!
Write book 4, go back to your old, dark self - we're going to need extra dirty mind you...I think you owe us!!
May 6, 2013
This had so much potential. The way the second one ended. The twist, which I was surprised, put everything into perspective. It made sense, for once. It was right there for the taking, to be so good. Dig a little, have some dialogue. Then it just ended. Like she didn't know how to reach the finish line, so she moved up the race, shortened th distance. What an utter disappointment. So close to being so fuckin good, so close. The epilogue, really? What a cop out. Again she could have redeemed herself, but no. Just like the ending, it just fell short. Giving it 3 stars cause 80% was good. Sex, drama, twists, secrets, action and of course hot sex. The last 20% an epic fail. As I said so close to being good, maybe even great. :(
April 12, 2013
This is one Crazy story! After "Enslaved" I found myself rooting for Gage even know he was blackmailing Kayla & he was just a nasty man but there was just something about him that was loving as well. There's a bombshell surprise in this book that I didn't see coming making things that much more messed up. Lot's of drama. Who will Kayla choose? either of them? Hot juicy sex but there's some pain in there too. Fabulous ending - clever what the author did.
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April 4, 2014
Is this the end? Nope, readers are still strung along no different than Kayla. More information is revealed about Ian and Gage. It's just fucked up. Kayla makes more questionable decisions. Gage runs hot and cold. WTF. Talk about an out of control top who has no business wielding a whip. So he shows Kayla the "gentler" side of whipping. And he wants her to fucking trust him. What exactly about him would induce her to trust him? It's like a bad car wreak. One can't help but want to know how badly it will end and who will die? Will Kayla die due to a scene with Gage gone wrong?
April 14, 2013
The third part of Gage and Kayla´s explosive mating dance.
Kayla now have evidence that will get her out of Gage´s trap, but things change and she´s not strong enough to resist his lure.
Questions answered, new facts are revealed and there´s got to be a continuation *keeping my fingers crossed*
Smut, fluff, sadism & masochism and an ending that leaves you wanting more!
Kayla now have evidence that will get her out of Gage´s trap, but things change and she´s not strong enough to resist his lure.
Questions answered, new facts are revealed and there´s got to be a continuation *keeping my fingers crossed*
Smut, fluff, sadism & masochism and an ending that leaves you wanting more!
January 5, 2015
Very strong characters, short but HOT!
October 19, 2018
What. the.ever.living.holy.fucking.cliffhanger.
Full book one review:
I’m....conflicted. At 52% I thought he was irredeemable, but then I changed my mind again. That spot was tough. Really fucked up, and gets more fucked up later in the book when more is revealed.
So many times I questioned my morals, and if a book makes me do that, no matter the content, I’ll love it.
Full book one review:
I’m....conflicted. At 52% I thought he was irredeemable, but then I changed my mind again. That spot was tough. Really fucked up, and gets more fucked up later in the book when more is revealed.
So many times I questioned my morals, and if a book makes me do that, no matter the content, I’ll love it.
September 30, 2013
Who ever said: "Speak of the devil and he shall appear" was a liar because I said it, now where the hell is he?
THE DEVIL’S KISS will light you on fire! I’m still not sure if it is from the searing pain his sadistic side relishes in dishing out or the scorching hot sex he was so obviously born to engage in.
Gage Channing is the Devil, but don’t forget that the Devil was once an angel. I’m not convinced that this devil doesn’t have some goodness beneath all that darkness. At least that is what I keep telling myself since I was really crushing on the jerk in a totally fucked up kind of way, because short and simple, the dude is a complete lunatic. He is charming and cruel, sexy and sadistic and totally hell-bent on owning Kayla.
Kayla Sutton is being forced to deal with any parent’s worst nightmare; a sick child. I am not talking about a 24-hour stomach bug here, I am talking serious business, her life is on the line kind of illness. How far would you go to save the life of your child? Would you lie, cheat and steal? That’s kind of what Kayla does and once her debauchery is discovered, she finds herself between a rock and a hard place (that might be a smidge of an understatement). Kayla’s life is forever changed when she forces every defiant bone in her body to submit to the Devil in order to save her daughter’s life and to save herself from prosecution.
THE DEVIL’S KISS trilogy was presented to me in one delicious package, but it originated as three separate novellas – ULTIMATUM, ENSLAVED and RETRIBUTION. I might have had to hunt down and kill author Gemma James if had been forced to read this trilogy separately – no way! I HAD to know what was going to happen next. In ULTIMATUM, she was caught and forced to choose between jail time or sex slave (did I mention that Gage was panty-droppin’ hot? So, not much of a hardship there… or so I thought…). In ENSLAVED Kayla found out exactly what it meant to be Gage’s slave and let me tell you, it wasn’t always pretty! Then, the trilogy wraps up with RETRIBUTION and that, my friends, is when the shit hit the fan and all kinds of craziness comes out! Yeah, I was kind of blindsided by some most of the stuff that was uncovered!
THE DEVIL’S KISS trilogy is pretty much rockin’ – yep, I’m a fan. It’s dark, but nothing too extreme. It’s hot and I do mean smokin’! So, needless to say, I will be keeping an eye on author Gemma James’ future releases. If you are a fan of BDSM elements and dark erotica with some mystery and a few curve balls mixed in, then this is the perfect choice for your next read!
✳✳ Part 1 & 2 purchased on Amazon, but THE DEVIL'S KISS TRILOGY was provided by the author/publisher for an honest review.
✳✳ Reviewed on I ♥ Bookie Nookie Reviews
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THE DEVIL’S KISS will light you on fire! I’m still not sure if it is from the searing pain his sadistic side relishes in dishing out or the scorching hot sex he was so obviously born to engage in.
Gage Channing is the Devil, but don’t forget that the Devil was once an angel. I’m not convinced that this devil doesn’t have some goodness beneath all that darkness. At least that is what I keep telling myself since I was really crushing on the jerk in a totally fucked up kind of way, because short and simple, the dude is a complete lunatic. He is charming and cruel, sexy and sadistic and totally hell-bent on owning Kayla.
Kayla Sutton is being forced to deal with any parent’s worst nightmare; a sick child. I am not talking about a 24-hour stomach bug here, I am talking serious business, her life is on the line kind of illness. How far would you go to save the life of your child? Would you lie, cheat and steal? That’s kind of what Kayla does and once her debauchery is discovered, she finds herself between a rock and a hard place (that might be a smidge of an understatement). Kayla’s life is forever changed when she forces every defiant bone in her body to submit to the Devil in order to save her daughter’s life and to save herself from prosecution.
THE DEVIL’S KISS trilogy was presented to me in one delicious package, but it originated as three separate novellas – ULTIMATUM, ENSLAVED and RETRIBUTION. I might have had to hunt down and kill author Gemma James if had been forced to read this trilogy separately – no way! I HAD to know what was going to happen next. In ULTIMATUM, she was caught and forced to choose between jail time or sex slave (did I mention that Gage was panty-droppin’ hot? So, not much of a hardship there… or so I thought…). In ENSLAVED Kayla found out exactly what it meant to be Gage’s slave and let me tell you, it wasn’t always pretty! Then, the trilogy wraps up with RETRIBUTION and that, my friends, is when the shit hit the fan and all kinds of craziness comes out! Yeah, I was kind of blindsided by some most of the stuff that was uncovered!
THE DEVIL’S KISS trilogy is pretty much rockin’ – yep, I’m a fan. It’s dark, but nothing too extreme. It’s hot and I do mean smokin’! So, needless to say, I will be keeping an eye on author Gemma James’ future releases. If you are a fan of BDSM elements and dark erotica with some mystery and a few curve balls mixed in, then this is the perfect choice for your next read!
✳✳ Part 1 & 2 purchased on Amazon, but THE DEVIL'S KISS TRILOGY was provided by the author/publisher for an honest review.
✳✳ Reviewed on I ♥ Bookie Nookie Reviews
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April 24, 2013
The following review is my opinion and not a paid review. I was received a free copy of the book from the author for my honest opinion.
In book one Ultimatum of The Devil's Kiss Kayla steals money from her boss and he finds out. Instead of calling the police he decides to blackmail her. Her boss Cage draws up a contract between him and Kayla. The contract states that Kayla will be his slave in the true essence of the word. What does Kayla get out of this besides staying out of prison? What would make a woman give up all her rights to one man? Her three year old little girl thats what. Cage offers to pay for all of her daughter Eve's medical bills and keep Kayla out of jail and she becomes his slave, his sex slave.
In book two Enslaved all Kayla is thinking and cares about is that her daughter is getting the treatment she needs thanks to Cage. It doesn't matter that she is Cage's slave and not only does she have to the weekends at his house and not at the hospital with her daughter. The only important thing is that Eve is getting her treatments. Cage not only tells her what to do at his house he has control over Kayla at the office the hospital or where ever she maybe by telling her what to wear, what to eat and who she can and can't talk too.
In book three Retribution of The Devil's Kiss Kayla finds out some info that just may turn the tables on old Cage. Kayla finds out that Cage has more skeletons in his closet than just enjoying being in control when it comes to how he enjoys his sex life like a little BDSM if you know what I mean. Cage is a very cruel man and just may have been picked right out of the devil's rear end. But he never actually forced Kayla to do anything she didn't want to do. She always had a choice no matter what that choice was. She did have two choices. 1. Go to prison. 2. Let her daughter die. What mother would not have made the same choice as Kayla? A good mother would have done the very exact same thing.
Retribution is a very good story and I did like all the characters yes even Cage in his own way. I will give you fair warning there is a lot of sex like BDSM. So if you are not into this kind of story or if you are under 18 then maybe you shouldn't read Retribution. If you do decide that The Devil's Kiss is something you would like to read then I do suggest that you read them in order starting with Ultimatum book #1 and then Enslaved book #2 and finally Retribution book #3.
In book one Ultimatum of The Devil's Kiss Kayla steals money from her boss and he finds out. Instead of calling the police he decides to blackmail her. Her boss Cage draws up a contract between him and Kayla. The contract states that Kayla will be his slave in the true essence of the word. What does Kayla get out of this besides staying out of prison? What would make a woman give up all her rights to one man? Her three year old little girl thats what. Cage offers to pay for all of her daughter Eve's medical bills and keep Kayla out of jail and she becomes his slave, his sex slave.
In book two Enslaved all Kayla is thinking and cares about is that her daughter is getting the treatment she needs thanks to Cage. It doesn't matter that she is Cage's slave and not only does she have to the weekends at his house and not at the hospital with her daughter. The only important thing is that Eve is getting her treatments. Cage not only tells her what to do at his house he has control over Kayla at the office the hospital or where ever she maybe by telling her what to wear, what to eat and who she can and can't talk too.
In book three Retribution of The Devil's Kiss Kayla finds out some info that just may turn the tables on old Cage. Kayla finds out that Cage has more skeletons in his closet than just enjoying being in control when it comes to how he enjoys his sex life like a little BDSM if you know what I mean. Cage is a very cruel man and just may have been picked right out of the devil's rear end. But he never actually forced Kayla to do anything she didn't want to do. She always had a choice no matter what that choice was. She did have two choices. 1. Go to prison. 2. Let her daughter die. What mother would not have made the same choice as Kayla? A good mother would have done the very exact same thing.
Retribution is a very good story and I did like all the characters yes even Cage in his own way. I will give you fair warning there is a lot of sex like BDSM. So if you are not into this kind of story or if you are under 18 then maybe you shouldn't read Retribution. If you do decide that The Devil's Kiss is something you would like to read then I do suggest that you read them in order starting with Ultimatum book #1 and then Enslaved book #2 and finally Retribution book #3.
September 14, 2013
Bintang 5.
Buku 3/3 The Devil's Kiss.
"He was still in my system, aparasitic icth I still wanted to scracth. He'd wanted to own me, and now he did. Underneath the fear, the hatred and rage, lurked a sense of gratitude. He'd saved my daughter's life... How could I hate anyone who'd done that?"
Kayla mengira dengan mengetahui penipuan dan penggelapan yg dilakukan oleh Gage terhadap klien perusahaannya dapat mengakhiri kontraknya dengan Gage. Ternyata tak semudah itu. Gage membalik keadaan dengan melibatkan sahabat Kayla sehingga sekali lagi Kayla terpaksa harus terhubung dengan Gage atas dasar kesadaran dan kerelaan penuh karena posisi mereka yg seimbang, tak saling memeras. Gage akan mengakhiri kontrak mereka setelah Kayla bersedia menghabiskan satu akhir pekan bersama Gage. Bahkan Gage meminta kerelaan dan kepercayaan Kayla terhadap dirinya. Gage berniat membuat Kayla menginginkan dan membutuhkan Gage setelah kontrak mereka berakhir.
Akankah Kayla dapat membebaskan dirinya dari Gage dan membalas perlakuan Gage selama ini saat Kayla sadar kalau orang orang terdekat yg ada disekitarnya masing masing memiliki rahasia termasuk sahabat dan mantan suaminya?
Akankah Kayla kembali merajut cinta lamanya bersama Ian saat mengetahui karena Ian lah, Gage melakukan semua hal hal buruk terhadap dirinya selama ini?
Akankah Gage mau melepas Kayla yg nyata nyata masih menginginkan Gage setelah apa yg dilakukan Gage selama ini terhadap Kayla?
Ternyata hitam dan putih seseorang tak dapat ditentukan oleh sesama manusia. Begitulah halnya yg terjadi pada Kayla. Bagaimana Kayla dapat membenci dan membalas Gage kalau Gage lah yg telah menyelamatkan nyawanya saat Kayla hampir menemui kematiannya ditangan mantan suaminya yg berniat membunuh Kayla dan menyakiti Eve. Bahkan Gage menutupi keterlibatan Kayla dalam pencurian uang perusahaan saat pihak kepolisian mulai terlibat. Belum lagi Gage lah yg memberi kesempatan hidup pada putrinya dan juga membangkitkan gairah hidupnya yg telah lama mati akibat perlakuan kasar mantan suaminya.
Buku 3/3 The Devil's Kiss.
"He was still in my system, aparasitic icth I still wanted to scracth. He'd wanted to own me, and now he did. Underneath the fear, the hatred and rage, lurked a sense of gratitude. He'd saved my daughter's life... How could I hate anyone who'd done that?"
Kayla mengira dengan mengetahui penipuan dan penggelapan yg dilakukan oleh Gage terhadap klien perusahaannya dapat mengakhiri kontraknya dengan Gage. Ternyata tak semudah itu. Gage membalik keadaan dengan melibatkan sahabat Kayla sehingga sekali lagi Kayla terpaksa harus terhubung dengan Gage atas dasar kesadaran dan kerelaan penuh karena posisi mereka yg seimbang, tak saling memeras. Gage akan mengakhiri kontrak mereka setelah Kayla bersedia menghabiskan satu akhir pekan bersama Gage. Bahkan Gage meminta kerelaan dan kepercayaan Kayla terhadap dirinya. Gage berniat membuat Kayla menginginkan dan membutuhkan Gage setelah kontrak mereka berakhir.
Akankah Kayla dapat membebaskan dirinya dari Gage dan membalas perlakuan Gage selama ini saat Kayla sadar kalau orang orang terdekat yg ada disekitarnya masing masing memiliki rahasia termasuk sahabat dan mantan suaminya?
Akankah Kayla kembali merajut cinta lamanya bersama Ian saat mengetahui karena Ian lah, Gage melakukan semua hal hal buruk terhadap dirinya selama ini?
Akankah Gage mau melepas Kayla yg nyata nyata masih menginginkan Gage setelah apa yg dilakukan Gage selama ini terhadap Kayla?
Ternyata hitam dan putih seseorang tak dapat ditentukan oleh sesama manusia. Begitulah halnya yg terjadi pada Kayla. Bagaimana Kayla dapat membenci dan membalas Gage kalau Gage lah yg telah menyelamatkan nyawanya saat Kayla hampir menemui kematiannya ditangan mantan suaminya yg berniat membunuh Kayla dan menyakiti Eve. Bahkan Gage menutupi keterlibatan Kayla dalam pencurian uang perusahaan saat pihak kepolisian mulai terlibat. Belum lagi Gage lah yg memberi kesempatan hidup pada putrinya dan juga membangkitkan gairah hidupnya yg telah lama mati akibat perlakuan kasar mantan suaminya.
February 17, 2014
I just finished Retribution and I loved it. You do not think it can get any better and man I am just blown away. This is the 3rd book in the Devils Kiss Series and you have to read them in order to be able to understand it. As you know Kayla had stolen money from her boss and had become his sex slave. Things have changed, wrongs have been made and you think you know how this is going to go down, you just have no idea. This is exactly what this one is about. Retribution. Kayla thinks that she finally has what it takes to get away from Gabe and to be with Ian but what happens when you crave the forbidden? Do you hide those desires or do you acknowledge with your eyes wide open? You will have to read and see what happens.
Wow. I am so digging this. From going to heh, Im not really into Gabe to being damn, whatever he wants I will do it is a freaking big turn around. You have no idea how I didn't like him. He grew on me and damn he is sexy and dominant. You will want him too. Ian, he is a sweet guy but Im on Team Gabe! Kayla is a good girl but she has an inner bad ass/submissive and she just cant quit Gabe. I obviously do not blame her. You cannot help what the heart wants. To me she is still fighting it so I cannot wait to see what happens in the finale.
I had a couple WTF moments that I was not expecting. I love how this author was able to do this for me because I honestly didn't see that coming.
This series will grab you and will not let you go. Trust me, get this one. You will not regret it
Story 5
Sex 5
Overall 5++++
Reviewed by Beggin from Mommy's a Book Whore
Wow. I am so digging this. From going to heh, Im not really into Gabe to being damn, whatever he wants I will do it is a freaking big turn around. You have no idea how I didn't like him. He grew on me and damn he is sexy and dominant. You will want him too. Ian, he is a sweet guy but Im on Team Gabe! Kayla is a good girl but she has an inner bad ass/submissive and she just cant quit Gabe. I obviously do not blame her. You cannot help what the heart wants. To me she is still fighting it so I cannot wait to see what happens in the finale.
I had a couple WTF moments that I was not expecting. I love how this author was able to do this for me because I honestly didn't see that coming.
This series will grab you and will not let you go. Trust me, get this one. You will not regret it
Story 5
Sex 5
Overall 5++++
Reviewed by Beggin from Mommy's a Book Whore
September 14, 2013
Story: OK
Intimacy Level: GOOD
Enjoyment: GOOD
Length: 1035 Kindle
Style: Erotica BDSM
Series: The Devils's Kiss Trilogy
BRIEF
Kayla has been blackmailed by Gaged Channing for a week. She knew that Gage originally blackmailed her in exchange for her pleasuring him in ways she looks down on, but yet enjoys, but now that the tables has turned, she now knows his secret which should give her her freedom, however, she is unable to stop her cravings for Gage.
SUMMARY
I truly enjoyed this series and the chemistry between Gage and Kayla that the author gave us. Gage and Kayla's chemistry and attraction was one that left you disliking the situation but loved what transpire. Although this was a novella, I liked the mystery and suspense the author kept her readers in with the storyline and doubt of not knowing if the main characters affections are real or misguided. The twist that took place with Ian a little surprising. However, I wasn't excited about it but it blend in well with the story. As for the ending, I was not a fan, why, because it didn't feel complete. Although its a trilogy, it felt as though the ending left room for maybe a fourth book.
Again, likable for book #3, but love all three series. Thanks to the author for an interesting ride with this series.
Books
Ultimatum book #1
Enslaved book#2
Retribution book#3
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May 22, 2013
Retribution review
The title says it all really. It’s stepped up to the max in this last instalment. We finally see the prospect of Gage, her sexual torturer and pleaser, getting his comeuppance.
I love that Kayla now has the upper hand. I felt like chanting, “Go girl power!” in my head while reading, but it wasn’t all like that. Gage is evil through and through, and Kayla is questioning soon enough if she had any power over their contract and his hold on her at all.
In this last instalment, I really connected with the three main characters, Gage, Kayla, and Ian. Part of it was another bombshell that Gemma James hit me with, and I saw these characters becoming real in my head. With so much on the line between Eve’s recovert, Kayla’s choice to walk away from Gage or not, her retribution, more dark and dangerous secrets, and Ian’s presence in her life, I couldn’t help but chant, “perfect, perfect, perfect,” over in my head as I finished up this book.
Gemma James threw some crazy shit at me, and I feel proud I survived this book. My only disappointment is the ending. It’s not a cliff-hanger and given the type of series, it isn’t a sweet HEA; it’s something else. But it fitted the series.
The title says it all really. It’s stepped up to the max in this last instalment. We finally see the prospect of Gage, her sexual torturer and pleaser, getting his comeuppance.
I love that Kayla now has the upper hand. I felt like chanting, “Go girl power!” in my head while reading, but it wasn’t all like that. Gage is evil through and through, and Kayla is questioning soon enough if she had any power over their contract and his hold on her at all.
In this last instalment, I really connected with the three main characters, Gage, Kayla, and Ian. Part of it was another bombshell that Gemma James hit me with, and I saw these characters becoming real in my head. With so much on the line between Eve’s recovert, Kayla’s choice to walk away from Gage or not, her retribution, more dark and dangerous secrets, and Ian’s presence in her life, I couldn’t help but chant, “perfect, perfect, perfect,” over in my head as I finished up this book.
Gemma James threw some crazy shit at me, and I feel proud I survived this book. My only disappointment is the ending. It’s not a cliff-hanger and given the type of series, it isn’t a sweet HEA; it’s something else. But it fitted the series.
April 12, 2013
I’ll be damned, I would have never guessed! What Gemma James did with this last instalment in her beautiful trilogy was pure magic. She not only revealed something impossible to have ever imagined, she scared me with a fab plot twist and then surprised me with what I would define a very well thought, appropriate finale. See? Magic!
I previously told I was for Gage all the way and I can only confirm you that. He is a very strong character, frighteningly irresistible and with many demons of his own that make him even more interesting . . . He is what gives the story that powerful intensity that never leaves you but constantly builds a crescendo of suspense and anticipation for the next move. Never predictable, always exciting.
Brilliant! I applaud Gemma James and her creativity. Of course, I suggest to all dark erotica readers not to waste more time and go grab The Devil’s Kiss trilogy now!
I received a free copy of this book from the Author for an honest review. This does not affect in any way my opinion of the book nor the content of my review—originally posted on Darkest Sins.
I previously told I was for Gage all the way and I can only confirm you that. He is a very strong character, frighteningly irresistible and with many demons of his own that make him even more interesting . . . He is what gives the story that powerful intensity that never leaves you but constantly builds a crescendo of suspense and anticipation for the next move. Never predictable, always exciting.
Brilliant! I applaud Gemma James and her creativity. Of course, I suggest to all dark erotica readers not to waste more time and go grab The Devil’s Kiss trilogy now!
I received a free copy of this book from the Author for an honest review. This does not affect in any way my opinion of the book nor the content of my review—originally posted on Darkest Sins.
April 14, 2013
Retribution, Gemma James’ (GJ) last installment of The Devil’s Kiss trilogy takes off right after the end of the last book, Enslaved.
I was on the edge of my seat during the entire read. Twists that hit you from nowhere and unexpected turns are what await you in this exciting read.
In this series finale, Kayla struggles with her feelings for Gage, her ex-boyfriend Ian, and wouldn’t you know it, her ex-husband also makes an appearance.
Retribution is a quick, hot read you won’t soon forget! I never saw the ending coming and I’m still reeling from the emotions it caused. I had the pleasure of speaking to the author and GJ revealed there isn’t a continuation (not planned as of yet) but who really knows, Fellow Readers? Maybe if there’s a huge response from readers we can continue this amazing story forever! Winking smile *crosses fingers*
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I was on the edge of my seat during the entire read. Twists that hit you from nowhere and unexpected turns are what await you in this exciting read.
In this series finale, Kayla struggles with her feelings for Gage, her ex-boyfriend Ian, and wouldn’t you know it, her ex-husband also makes an appearance.
Retribution is a quick, hot read you won’t soon forget! I never saw the ending coming and I’m still reeling from the emotions it caused. I had the pleasure of speaking to the author and GJ revealed there isn’t a continuation (not planned as of yet) but who really knows, Fellow Readers? Maybe if there’s a huge response from readers we can continue this amazing story forever! Winking smile *crosses fingers*
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September 23, 2013
Kayla is now the woman in charge and she tells Gage how things are going to be. She is having a rollercoaster of emotions. She has feelings for two guys and doesn't know which one to choose. I have to say that I have grown to love Gage and I am not really liking Ian. There is just something about him that doesn't feel right.
In this book you really get to find out what secrets everyone is hiding. I will leave you shocked and wonder what in the world is going to happen next.
I can't wait for the next book to come out. I have to see who is the guy that shows up at the end. I know which one I am pulling for.
The author has pulled me in and now I just can't seem to get enough. I have really loved this series.
In this book you really get to find out what secrets everyone is hiding. I will leave you shocked and wonder what in the world is going to happen next.
I can't wait for the next book to come out. I have to see who is the guy that shows up at the end. I know which one I am pulling for.
The author has pulled me in and now I just can't seem to get enough. I have really loved this series.
January 29, 2014
This is better. I love those books that are getting better and better.
This novel 3 is full of deep passion and emotions. And most of it: SHOCK! This book really shock me. Most of that I find finally why Gage it is action that way. And that Kayla it is caught by Gage possession.
This a huge book full of feelings. You want so bag Gage with Kayla, but other way you want him to go to hell and never come back.
I was so happy when Kayla’s daughter gets better, and she finally runs away from Gage and everything that she feels for him.
But, then, another shock. The ending. A man show up to her door, a year latter. And it’s not saying how he is. O god, thankfully I have the last book on this series. So excited to see how this is gonna to end. :)
This novel 3 is full of deep passion and emotions. And most of it: SHOCK! This book really shock me. Most of that I find finally why Gage it is action that way. And that Kayla it is caught by Gage possession.
This a huge book full of feelings. You want so bag Gage with Kayla, but other way you want him to go to hell and never come back.
I was so happy when Kayla’s daughter gets better, and she finally runs away from Gage and everything that she feels for him.
But, then, another shock. The ending. A man show up to her door, a year latter. And it’s not saying how he is. O god, thankfully I have the last book on this series. So excited to see how this is gonna to end. :)
April 17, 2014
***3-fucking-messed-stars***
He was still in my system, a parasitic itch I still wanted to scratch.
He’d wanted to own me, and now he did...
Underneath the fear, the hatred and rage, lurked a sense of gratitude.
He’d saved my daughter’s life . . .
How could I hate anyone who’d done that?
I was attracted to things that hurt me...
I’m such a mess. He fucked me up...
He was the devil...
And I'd fallen for him...
"What do you want from me?”
“I want your trust.”
===oOo===
Between The Devil.....The Beast.....and A Beautiful Prince Charming.....
Who'll you chose, Kayla ?
Well....well....well.....
Dunno what to say bout this book....
I hate it....but I can't denied....it's hooked me too.....
April 15, 2013
NOTE: I'm reviewing all three of The Devil's Kiss books together as they are considered to be one complete story, similar to a TV mini-series.
When presented with the unquestionable, Kayla has to make a dark and twisted decision that leads her into even darker realizations. These novellas are not for the sensitive-hearted. While they were jam-packed with story and mystery, there was a lot to be assumed with little foreshadowing. Being that they are novellas, not much can be fit into the books, but by the end of the series, so much is fit in that some of the connections with the characters is lost. Overall, I was left liking what I read, even though I hated Gage.
When presented with the unquestionable, Kayla has to make a dark and twisted decision that leads her into even darker realizations. These novellas are not for the sensitive-hearted. While they were jam-packed with story and mystery, there was a lot to be assumed with little foreshadowing. Being that they are novellas, not much can be fit into the books, but by the end of the series, so much is fit in that some of the connections with the characters is lost. Overall, I was left liking what I read, even though I hated Gage.
May 30, 2013
Reading the description of this short series lured me into wanting to read it, but as I read it, it just seemed like such a dark book and made me feel dirty and not in a good way. So why couldn't I put the first book down? Because he was doing to me what he was doing to Kayla - making me want and need him.
This series is not for the weak. If there wasn't any consent and the option to say no, in the real world, you would automatically think abuse and rape, but that's not the case at all. There were so many twists and turns and you didn't know what and who to believe. Definitely never a dull moment and I loved it.
This series is not for the weak. If there wasn't any consent and the option to say no, in the real world, you would automatically think abuse and rape, but that's not the case at all. There were so many twists and turns and you didn't know what and who to believe. Definitely never a dull moment and I loved it.
December 18, 2014
Things just get worse and worse for Kayla but now I can't help but wonder why she keeps bringing half of it all on herself. Yes I understand she is sexually attracted to Gage but seriously the man physically abuses her. This is extreme BDSM at its worst. The guy enjoys actually hurting Kayla beyond the pleasurable pain yet she seems to want to run back to him for more even when she has the chance to get out. I'm as confused as Kayla as to why she keeps doing this considering she said it herself that she is not in love with Gage. Then there's the whole saga with Ian and Rick. This woman can't seem to catch a break.
January 2, 2017
I might have given this final installment 5 stars if it hadn't ended so suddenly but argh, the ending was horrible! Aside from the ending, I really enjoyed this book and the entire trilogy. In this final installment, we finally meet Rick which means things are really heating up for Kayla! Things are much more complicated than they initially appeared when Gage and Kayla first signed their contract.
This trilogy had so much potential yet I personally was too frustrated by the ending to continue reading on....
This trilogy had so much potential yet I personally was too frustrated by the ending to continue reading on....
April 13, 2013
WOW... just wow! I've read this in under an hour, and saying that I'm in awe is a big understatement. I think it was the best finale this trilogy could ever have.
This instalment was more dramatic than the previous two, but by far my favourite among the three. Full of tension (both sexual and non) and shocking moments, I was biting my nails down for the fear of what was going to happen.
Gemma James, you got everybody fooled and you're a genius!!
This instalment was more dramatic than the previous two, but by far my favourite among the three. Full of tension (both sexual and non) and shocking moments, I was biting my nails down for the fear of what was going to happen.
Gemma James, you got everybody fooled and you're a genius!!
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