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Touched By You #4

Bound By Love

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Natalie’s submission has Tanner’s desire spiraling out of control. She’s in touch with sexual pleasures she never dreamed of, and can’t imagine life without him. Tanner admits to his obsession with Natalie, but is that all it is?

“I never met a woman I crave, like I crave you. It’s not so much what we do, as how we do it. There are no words. It’s different with you. You excite me, and sometimes I fear I will lose control,” Tanner admitted. A desperate look came over his normally reserved features, and Natalie stopped breathing.

Bound By Love, 4th novella in the Touched By You series, is a romantic tale that takes place in London, England. The sex scenes are graphic - includes light bdsm. The author was inspired by the endearing romance in the Twilight series. And the sexual enlightenment, and sweet romance, in the Fifty Shades Of Grey series. Touched By You is a unique love story, with full character development, and added intrigue from the billionaire’s life, that will make this a read that’s hard to put down.

187 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2013

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Emily Jane Trent

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Emily Jane Trent is a true romantic at heart. She writes steamy romantic stories about characters you'll get to know and love. If you like a love story with sex scenes that sizzle and a story that involves you both intellectually and emotionally, you'll find her books are for you.

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Profile Image for Christy.
71 reviews1 follower
July 29, 2013
I was provided with this book by the author to provide an honest review..

The forth book in the series continues on from book three seamlessly, Tanner and Natalie are still at that emotional impasse, Natalie knows that Tanner is the only man for her, even though that he believes that he is no good because of the demons in his past and keeps warning her about this, but her being the stubborn woman she is refuses to believe it!

The sexual exploits in this book delve further into aspects of bdsm, giving an understanding of the power and control that Tanner needs and what he believes that's all he is good for! Their relationship continues to develop further when Tanner takes Natalie to London, he takes her to his father cottage where he discovers more information about his past maybe he is good enough for Natalie, he can be intimate maybe even love?!

I am really loving this series and find it so easy to read, the quick pace doesn't lack detail or explanation, just cuts out all the waffle that a lot of author use to fill pages, although I would love the books to be longer as I just can't put them down and find my self disappointed when I have finished! So far a brilliant series I would highly recommend! Now to read the next one!
Profile Image for Paris        (kerbytejas).
815 reviews160 followers
July 7, 2013
Bound by Love, the 4th novella in the Touched by You series has many of the traditional elements found in this trendy BDSM light romantic genre. We have the continued question of commitment by our heroine –wanting more from the relationship, wanting to know why our male lead doesn’t love her, as she loves him, our heroines fight to remain independent-not totally dependent on our leading male, the classic misunderstanding involving the other woman, the fleeing heroine for the good of the relationship, our male lead realizing he really does love the heroine and wants that long term commitment he has been avoiding all this time. Everything you come to expect from this storyline formula, we also shared in the announced engagement of Ellis and Jazzy, and more insight into Tanner’s background.

The storyline presented in this installment to my dismay employed the constant use of brand name dropping (food, wine, clothing, shoes, cars etc), endless clothing descriptions of the characters and predictable and repetitive sex scenes. I would have been extremely happy if the stories plot lines had more development and depth, more sexual tension and a few extremely HOT sex scenes that just left you feeling as sated as our couple. I felt the product name dropping and clothing descriptions were used to emphasis the wealthy circles that Tanner and now Natalie were traveling in, and made me feel that Natalie had forgotten her humble roots. The constant use of sex did seem like the main focus of this novella, I’m sure it was meant to portray the continuing growth & depth of Tanner and Natalie’s relationship, and Tanner coming to grips with his love for Natalie. For me it just took over the plot lines of the story, and became rather boring after a while. I find I enjoy books with 85% plot and 15% sex, not the other way around.

I have a deep love for our H/h especially Tanner, he has never held his wealth above Natalie or anyone else, and has always given of his money freely, and generously. Tanner is a romantic at heart. I very much would have liked to have seen more of Natalie’s challenges to move her fledgling company forward, but up to now there is no struggle, it’s all just falling into place way too easily.

I’m very happy that this is not the end of Tanner and Natalie’s story as I do want to spend more time with them, and am looking forward to the next novella in the series.

I was given a copy of this novella by the Author for an honest review
Profile Image for Gloria Herrera for As You Wish Reviews.
2,181 reviews63 followers
March 31, 2015
This review is meant for installments #4 through #12.

Our dominant billionaire Tanner continues to amaze and enrapture Natalie. Being so innocent, Tanner is taking charge of her sex education into the dark corners of passion.

These installments give us very hot sexy scenes plus plot and character development showing the changes this passionate romance has on both our main characters. Owning her own sexuality is difficult for Natalie. She has grown from an innocent virgin, into Tanner's goddess of kink. In order for her to accept her desires, she has had to come to believe that what she is feeling is not a deviant desire where she can loose her sense of self. Tanner's patience and understanding is the catalyst to enabling Natalie to come to terms with reality. Our author has done a great job of developing these characters to the point you as the reader will feel deeply empathetic to their feelings and handling of the obstacles that arise.

Tanner's jealousy is forever an issue. Whether because he is so controlling or because he feels insecure, his reactions are meteoric if any man looks at Natalie or he perceives any interest on her part toward a male person.

It impressed me how Natalie's character reacts to Tanner's emotions. Although she might be upset with him, she never really looses control of her temper and always reacts with deep love and understanding. Somehow the love she feels for him helps her deal with his temper and remain loving and forgiving. I think this is why once he has calmed down, Tanner always promises to do better and his love grows for her. Now if she would only concede to not dressing so alluring when they go out, he might be able to deal with his jealousy better.

This was a great series to read. It is erotica at its best! Full of love, passion and sexual encounters that are each uniquely orchestrated and described. Top that with a plot line that draws you in and you have a winner!
Profile Image for Nicole.
Author 53 books37 followers
May 17, 2013
Each time I pick up another book by Emily Jane Trent, I find that it was hotter than the last one. Natalie and Tanner continue to grow in their relationship not only in the bedroom -as well as everywhere else- but out of it.

Natalie's family now lives in New York so that she can be closer to her sick mother and help her mother get the care that she needs. Not only is it nice that her mother and sister are living closer, but her sister is now developing a romance with her best friend and Natalie couldn't be happier about her.

Her company is hitting it off and Tanner is no longer expecting her to work for him unless he asks her specifically although he isn't because he wants her to focus on hers. A friend of Tanner's picked up Natalie's designs and now there is another person who wants to pick them up as well.

While all this is going on, Natalie and Tanner go back to where it all started...the concert hall where he left her.

How will going back to a very sentimental location effect Tanner and Natalie? Read Bound by Love to find out!
Profile Image for Bobbi.
250 reviews13 followers
September 10, 2015
*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*

Book 4 in the Touched By You series starts off with Natalie and Tanner going back to where it all began. A concert in San Francisco where they continue where they left off in the same closet.

We then join them back in New York for a bit before they are off to London. As They take care of business in both places, Natalie starts to wonder if Tanner will ever love her. Tanner starts to winder if he is able to love her. Tanner continues to push Natalie's limits in the world of BDSM.

While Tanner and Natalie are staying in his cottage outside of London, Tanner discovers a few things that seem to lift the invisible weight off his shoulders.

So much sex in this book! Aye carumba!! At times I was starting to wonder if the storyline was going to continue or if I was just going to be reading about the sex. I would have liked to see more story and less sex, but it appears that we are at the point in their relationship where all they do is have sex. We will see what the next book brings.
Profile Image for Leighann Sherman.
24 reviews1 follower
June 15, 2014
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed reading more of Tanner and Natalie's story in Bound By Love. The two revisit the concert hall where their journey first began so many years ago. What kind of memories are made this time in that small side room? They also spend a large amount of their time on a business tip to London. Tanner seems much sweeter this time around. After visiting a cottage that he inherited, he finds a journal that belonged to his ' father' William Clarke. The secrets revealed in this journal help Tanner fully understand his past and he is able to let go of some of his insecurities.
Natalie' s company is growing quickly and her LOVE life is starting to come together as she has hoped it would for so long. Just when everything seems right she walks in on Tanner talking with an ex-sub. This slip up rocks her boat and makes her question everything that her and Tanner have together. What is she going to do? Read Bound By Love to find out.
Profile Image for Connie.
109 reviews
July 15, 2013
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I give this book 4 Stars. The story continued to be good and well written. The 4th novella in a series of 8 started in NYC and then the adventures moved to London. I don't how Emily does it but the sex scenes kept getting steamier and hotter. The adventures in the book was exciting and interesting.

It was great to see that Tanner/Natalie's relationship kept growing not only in the bedroom but also in their lives. They became more intertwine with each other. Natalie's fashion line continued to growth as well. Natalie's sister, Jazzy, became engaged to Ellis which was great b/c they were perfect for each other. Toward the end of the book, Tanner finally recognized the feeling he had been feeling was love. He realized that he was in love with Natalie. I can't wait to read the next book to see what he would do now that he's in love with Natalie. Would he marries her?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Skye Stewart.
389 reviews106 followers
July 16, 2013
***RRC provided by author in exchange for an honest review***

These two just keep getting hotter!!

Over all I think my favourite part happens at the very start where the two revisit the concert hall, that started it all!!

A little more fast paced than the first 3, and I really liked that.

I think there is a huge step taken for Tanner and Natalie. And although the commitment scares him, he needs her with him , therefore asks her to move in.


Tanner is finally coming to terms with his feeling for Natalie. Instead of feeling 'obsessed' with her, he is learning what 'love' is.
I am very, very much looking forward to reading more of these two!!

My only down in this was the constant brand/name dropping. I understand that we as readers are being shown what sort of life style they are enjoying, however there is a time when it's just too much.

That airport scene ;)

I LOVED that Ellis and Jazzy got engaged.

On to the next one!
Profile Image for Barbara Zeh.
95 reviews
August 26, 2013
I received this novella in exchange for an honest review. This is the fourth in the series, and each book just seems to get better and better. I love the relationship that Tanner and Natalie are building, and I have enjoyed watching them grow both publicly and privately.

Natalie and Tanner, start out by going back to where it all began…the concert hall where he left her all those years ago. No heartbreak this time though. There are glimpses of Natalie’s family, as well as business dealings that must be made. With so many outside distractions, Natalie can still give her all to Tanner.

There is a twist when Natalie, feeling that she doesn’t deserve Tanner, reacts to a something she sees before having all the details. Tanner, having no personal knowledge of what love is, has to figure out if he really does love Natalie, or is it just an obsession? Secrets are revealed, and Tanner can finally let go of some of his demons.

Can’t wait to see where we go from here!
Profile Image for Jean Tallman.
246 reviews18 followers
October 4, 2013
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. And, this is about as honest as I can be. I had trouble with novella one and kind of two. I missed three... oops, but realize that I really am sucked into the story because when I started reading 4, it all came back to me.

This story was set in London, England. There has been so much happening in London -- royal weddings and babies, oh my, that this story just continued my romance with the British Isle. I loved the country cottage, the Ritz, the Russian boyfriend. I thought it was very well done. I can't wait until Jazzy's wedding and predict that Natalie will find her HEA around that time. Tanner is really warming up.

I can't wait to see where we go from here. I wonder, are there little Tanner siblings running around that we don't know about. Nothing is impossible in fiction, after all. Thanks EJT. Can't wait to read part 5. It is already on my kindle.
Profile Image for Melissa El .
14 reviews1 follower
July 14, 2013
Received in exchange for an honest review.

WARNING: further reading will have you hooked!

I am still loving this series and now I am in love for real. This is book 4 and is no less spicy than book 1. If anything this book has amped up the spice and taken it to new levels. What I really enjoy about the authors writing is the use of descriptive things. Such as letting the reader know a brand name of the clothing Natalie is wearing or the wine Tanner is drinking. These all help to mold a live action movie in the readers brain. I also found to be helpful that there are short chapters that follow a single thought unlike mashing it all in one chapter and confusing the scenes. This series is mind blowing. For only the second time in all my reading of romance, this series made me cry. I truly think that this is the best I've read in romance. On to book 5!
Profile Image for Jessie.
541 reviews
September 4, 2013
"He seemed willing to give endless pleasure, and only seemed to get better at doing so. She'd entered a world of possession, of excitement and taboo pleasures from which she could never return. She'd changed and she'd discovered things about herself, her own desires, that she'd never dreamed of before."

The story of Natalie & Tanner keeps getting more intense with each novella I read. In this one, "Can Tanner become what Natalie wants?" He's definitely sharing a lot more with her. And will he find peace with his troubled childhood. Natalie's design business is starting to take off & it's keeping her busy.
Profile Image for Tina Clark.
806 reviews6 followers
July 19, 2013
I am hooked on Natalie and Tanner. The beginning starts where they return to New York. Natalie continues her care for her mom. Hers sister relationship grows with Ellis. Cheryl meets someone. Everyone is happy and in love,. Natalie is accepting Tanner not loving her but she is being afraid that their relationship is nothing but sex. Tanner is showing his love slowly. I was shocked at the end. A great ending. Don't want to spoil it, but it's a must read. If you already read the 4 books can't stop now. Can't wait for the book 5. I also received this book from author with an honest review. I am enjoying the series. Thank you Emily.
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245 reviews
August 6, 2013
Received book from author for an honest review.

Wow. Truths are being revealed in this installment. Natalie is still traveling with Tanner and doors are being opened with her designs becoming very popular. Her business it taking off. This trip leads to deep feelings be explored by both Natalie and Tanner. There is a bit of a set back when Tanner's previous plaything shows up. Tanner ghosts of the past are no longer keeping him bounded and feeling that he might endanger Natalie. Can't wait for the next book. If you're looking for hot and steamy with a decent storyline, this series is it. I am definitely enjoying.
Profile Image for Mary Jo.
2,374 reviews59 followers
July 25, 2013
Wow, this installment of the Touched by You series really had my heart racing. The relationship between Natalie and Tanner is heating up not just in the bedroom but this was even more intense in this installment. Natalie wants to be everything Tanner needs so we see her embrace submission in a new way. Tanner shows a lot of growth in this part that just made me smile, he also finds out some interesting news about himself. Some wonderful revelations and truths are admitted. Excited to see where we go from here with Natalie and Tanner's story.
Profile Image for Dee.
165 reviews5 followers
August 10, 2013
Received a free copy of book for honest review

3.5 stars

Tanner and Natalie just keep getting hotter! This book has the steamiest sex scenes yet and they are fantastic! I've never wanted to go to a gym or play with candles so bad! There is a dramatic moment and a quick resolution that leads to a big discovery in this book which is good and especially profound for Tanner. I loved that part, but I can't help but feel this book was a little bit of a filler in between books. Great sexy scenes and sweet moments between Tanner and Natalie, can't wait to see what happens next!

Profile Image for Cassandra.
33 reviews1 follower
October 30, 2013
The 4th book in this installment is where Tanner finally learns the rest of his history to date. He finds out the William Clarke is his real father instead of Ken Cassel. It helps Tanner to let go of his insecurities about having violent tendencies. Natalie is still unsure of her relationship with Tanner. She walks in on a meeting between Tanner and his ex-sub Aimee and jumps to the wrong conclusion and runs. Luckily, Tanner reaches her before she leaves and explains it all. I love how these books keep building off each other. I cannot wait to read the 5th book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Julie Healey.
615 reviews9 followers
August 3, 2013
Just when you think Tanner is making a change and finally accepting his love for Natalie, there is some come of set back!!!!! Secrets are out and the past no longer holds the demons that were once in place. The truth has provided a chance to open up and accept the love that is strongly held between Tanner and Natalie, but Tanner is still afraid, something else is holding me back from the love he feels for Natalie!
Profile Image for Claudia.
792 reviews26 followers
July 18, 2013
So many happy and intense moments. I cried happy tears, then sad tears, and then happy tears again. Emotional rollercoaster this story was. At Tanner's revelation and realization I just couldn't be more excited or more shocked. Makes me happier even though he still has painful memories of his past he is no longer tied to them. Everyone has seemed to find their happy ending but I just know something is looming but what?
Profile Image for Toni.
273 reviews4 followers
July 21, 2013
Can these stories get any better, I have loved this series from the start, but I think that this one is my favourite one so far. Tanner and Natalie's relationship has changed for the better, but they still have their ups and downs to deal with. Again it's a very hot and steamy read, love, love, love them. Can't wait to find out what happens next. Get purchasing if you like to read a hot contemporary, sexy romantic read. Thanks again Emily for letting me review your books.
57 reviews3 followers
July 26, 2013
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I have to say that as i was reading the first half of the book I was starting to think maybe I was getting a little bored with it, but about half way through my attention was glued to the book. I was happy that Natalie finally did something that ultimately made Tanner finally realise his feelings for her. can't sat too much. Don't wanna give any spoilers away.
3 star read in the beginning. 4 star ending.
Profile Image for Katie Keith.
57 reviews35 followers
August 16, 2013
I liked this book. Once again, I think this series keeps getting better by the book. I am curious to see what happens next, is it what we would expect or do the tables turn.

I absolutely loved the ending! I won't give any details, but the added information really ended the book well and makes me want to continue on to see what he will do next. And of course what will she try!

Overall, I think this series keeps getting better as the books go on!
Profile Image for Kim.
1,077 reviews33 followers
October 2, 2013
WOW ! This Novella has all of the emotions happy, sad, physical and psychological. From Jazzy and Ellis getting engaged, Cheryl meeting Dani, Natalie seeing Tanner with Aime...just WOW. The unknown becoming the truth, the beautiful cottage to the beautiful countryside. This book makes you keep thinking and hoping for the best things in life can come to whom believe it will and it DOES ! Can't wait to read 5 !
Profile Image for Veronica LaRoche.
4,619 reviews69 followers
December 16, 2013
I got this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Emily your book keeps on getting better and better. I cant put down my book every time I read this series. Natalie and Tanner story is so sweet and I can't. get enough. Tanner finds out about his life and shares with Natalie. I loved the airport part and new he always loved her. I cant wait to read the next.

I hope everyone will read this series
Profile Image for Casey.
40 reviews2 followers
April 18, 2025
Received this for a review. I'm loving each story more and more...Tanner is truly sexy to me. He doesn't see what a good man he is. He is a amazing man with a heart of gold and he doesn't know it. The end made me cry, shout out loud and pump my fist in the air cause I was so happy. As always, can't wait to see where this is going, loving the journey so far!
125 reviews4 followers
August 6, 2013
Loved this book!! Loved the relationship that Tanner and Natalie are building. This story brings in some of Natalie's issues. Love that we get to see Tanner work through some of his issues. I am loving the way this storybis written. It flows well for me. There are skipped moments but I never felt that I was missing the story. Thanks Emily for another great one.!!
Profile Image for Susan.
432 reviews5 followers
May 12, 2013
OMG!! Can it get any hotter!!! WOW! This is so awesome! I love it! Tanner has become addicted to Natalie so he thinks, but he loves her! This is such an enchanting stoy! I cannot put it down once I start reading it!! WOW!! Totally HOT!!!
Profile Image for Christon.
211 reviews6 followers
February 18, 2014
This series is very heart-warming. Although it could have ended with this part of the story, I'm so glad it didn't. I can't to read more about Tanner and Natalie to discover if they will truly have their HEA!
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