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Masters of the Shadowlands #8.5
Show Me, Baby
After his last lover chose her career over him, Jake knows he wants a woman who will put him at the top of her priorities—as he would with her. One of the trainees, Rainie, has caught his attention. Lush body, a gift for living life to the fullest, always laughing or smiling. Yeah. She trips all his switches. But she’s never given him a second look and that’s damned annoying.
Rainie has been burned enough times that she’s not going to get serious about any man. Sure, the BDSM club trainees are supposed to be looking for a permanent Dom, but no harm, no foul—they don’t need to know she lied. Trainees get to be involved in everything—and with everyone. But there’s one she avoids. Master Jake is always frowning at her. No matter how gorgeous he is, she doesn’t need any disapproving Dom up in her business.
Unfortunately, her best friends are having a double wedding. Little hearts are floating in the air. Every breath is filled with romance. Rainie is doomed.
Rainie has been burned enough times that she’s not going to get serious about any man. Sure, the BDSM club trainees are supposed to be looking for a permanent Dom, but no harm, no foul—they don’t need to know she lied. Trainees get to be involved in everything—and with everyone. But there’s one she avoids. Master Jake is always frowning at her. No matter how gorgeous he is, she doesn’t need any disapproving Dom up in her business.
Unfortunately, her best friends are having a double wedding. Little hearts are floating in the air. Every breath is filled with romance. Rainie is doomed.
207 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 12, 2014
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About the author
Cherise Sinclair
67 books8,340 followersA New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, she’s renowned for writing heart-wrenching romances with laugh-out-loud dialogue, alpha males, and absolutely sizzling sex.
I met my dearheart when vacationing in the Caribbean. Now I won’t say it was love at first sight. Actually since he stood over me, enjoying the view down my swimsuit top, I might have been a tad peeved—as well as attracted. But although we were together less than two days and lived on opposite sides of the country, love can’t be corralled by time or space.
We’ve now been married for many, many years. (And he still looks down my swimsuit tops.)
Nowadays, I live in the west with this obnoxious, beloved husband and a seventy-pound lap-puppy. I’m a gardener, and I love nurturing small plants until they’re big and healthy and productive…and ripping defenseless weeds out by the roots when I’m angry. I enjoy thunderstorms, collecting eggs from the chickens, and visiting the local brewery for the darkest, maltiest beer on tap. My favorite way to spend an evening is curled up on a couch next to the master of my heart, watching the fire, reading, and…well…if you’re reading my books, you obviously know what else happens in front of fires.
I met my dearheart when vacationing in the Caribbean. Now I won’t say it was love at first sight. Actually since he stood over me, enjoying the view down my swimsuit top, I might have been a tad peeved—as well as attracted. But although we were together less than two days and lived on opposite sides of the country, love can’t be corralled by time or space.
We’ve now been married for many, many years. (And he still looks down my swimsuit tops.)
Nowadays, I live in the west with this obnoxious, beloved husband and a seventy-pound lap-puppy. I’m a gardener, and I love nurturing small plants until they’re big and healthy and productive…and ripping defenseless weeds out by the roots when I’m angry. I enjoy thunderstorms, collecting eggs from the chickens, and visiting the local brewery for the darkest, maltiest beer on tap. My favorite way to spend an evening is curled up on a couch next to the master of my heart, watching the fire, reading, and…well…if you’re reading my books, you obviously know what else happens in front of fires.
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August 15, 2014
Another Shadowland book..Yay..!!
August 16, 2015
5 just be yourself STARS
Finally. Another Sinclair book and she delivered. Big time!!
Most important thing first: There a PUPPIES! Yes, puppies...so put down all other books and start reading this one...because puppies! I'm glad we got that out of the way...now to my review.
After the last somewhat disappointing Shadowland book If Only I was so ready to get a good Sinclair book again and my prayers were heard. I went in not expecting too much, especially since Rainie and Master Jake weren't on my radar at all. Classic case of not knowing you needed something until you had it in your hands and didn't want to let go ever again. Yes, it was that kind of awesome read. :D I loved it from beginning to end. Read it in pretty much one sitting, while getting a nice little sunburn at the beach.
Rainie Kuras is one of the Shadowland's trouble making trainees and she has been for a long time. Rainie has no illusions about her happily ever after and finding a permanent dom or even being in a relationship isn't high on her list of proprieties. Just recently she earned her MBA and right now she is working to get money and eventually find a well paying job far away from her hometown. Life has been cruel and disappointing for Rainie and taught her a long time ago that people have long memories and if she ever wants to be happy moving away and changing who she used to be is the way to go.
I wonder if that logic is bullet proof. ;P
Jake Sheffield is a veterinarian, he served in the army and is of course one of the Masters at the Shadowlands. He has always kept Rainie in his sights, but for some unknown reason she has been avoiding him...until one morning she carries an injured puppy into the clinic he owns together with his best friend and fellow Shadowland Dom, Saxon.
And to be honest, I think seeing her out of the club might have sparked his curiosity, because soon after he oversees the trainees for one night and he starts playing with her...and boy do they play...*coughs* Jake has some pretty neat tricks up his sleeve and he speaks Pirate fluently. Not to mention that he sees right through Rainie’s bullshit. *sighs*
What follows is a beautiful friendship, lots of puppies and eventually more? OMG, could he be her HEA? Who knows? ;D
Yes, this book is cheesy as hell, and yes it made me feel warm and happy. So what? I've given up on judging a book by what I should think about it and just go with what my gut says and my gut is screaming to re-read Master Jake and Rainies's story.
Deal with it!
Here is a thing I love about the Shadowland Masters in general, they are non judgmental, they like women just the way they are and they won't stand for being self-conscious or hating your own body. That's such a good thing to read. Yes, Rainie is a big woman, but she is beautiful and she has a big heart and Jake wants her just the way she is. Haters gonna hate, but you have to live your own life...stand behind your choices and accept who you are, no matter what society tells you to be.
Oh, and did I mention... we get to see old friends, there is a bachelorette party and a of course a wedding Shadowland style. Master Z meddling with the people around him and calling them by their full names. It's all too good to be true.
Did I mention how much I love this series? Well, there you have it. :D
Finally. Another Sinclair book and she delivered. Big time!!
Most important thing first: There a PUPPIES! Yes, puppies...so put down all other books and start reading this one...because puppies! I'm glad we got that out of the way...now to my review.
“Up there, wench. Sit on the edge and await my pleasure.”
After the last somewhat disappointing Shadowland book If Only I was so ready to get a good Sinclair book again and my prayers were heard. I went in not expecting too much, especially since Rainie and Master Jake weren't on my radar at all. Classic case of not knowing you needed something until you had it in your hands and didn't want to let go ever again. Yes, it was that kind of awesome read. :D I loved it from beginning to end. Read it in pretty much one sitting, while getting a nice little sunburn at the beach.
“God," she moaned.
"I usually suggest Sir or Master, but I suppose God is adequately respectful.”
Rainie Kuras is one of the Shadowland's trouble making trainees and she has been for a long time. Rainie has no illusions about her happily ever after and finding a permanent dom or even being in a relationship isn't high on her list of proprieties. Just recently she earned her MBA and right now she is working to get money and eventually find a well paying job far away from her hometown. Life has been cruel and disappointing for Rainie and taught her a long time ago that people have long memories and if she ever wants to be happy moving away and changing who she used to be is the way to go.
I wonder if that logic is bullet proof. ;P
”Sir, I’m a big woman and mostly I like that. But society can be……cruel.”
Jake Sheffield is a veterinarian, he served in the army and is of course one of the Masters at the Shadowlands. He has always kept Rainie in his sights, but for some unknown reason she has been avoiding him...until one morning she carries an injured puppy into the clinic he owns together with his best friend and fellow Shadowland Dom, Saxon.
And to be honest, I think seeing her out of the club might have sparked his curiosity, because soon after he oversees the trainees for one night and he starts playing with her...and boy do they play...*coughs* Jake has some pretty neat tricks up his sleeve and he speaks Pirate fluently. Not to mention that he sees right through Rainie’s bullshit. *sighs*
What follows is a beautiful friendship, lots of puppies and eventually more? OMG, could he be her HEA? Who knows? ;D
“I really enjoy your shape. You’re a fantastic playground……some playgrounds only have swing sets. I suppose that’s all right, but in my opinion, the more the better. As it happens, I like the ones with slides.” He nuzzled her stomach.
“And jungle gyms.” Cupping her breasts he teased the nipples taut again, then rose to his feet………”and merry-go-rounds.” He kneaded her full buttocks before whispering to her ear,
“The playground that is your body could keep me entertained forever.”
Yes, this book is cheesy as hell, and yes it made me feel warm and happy. So what? I've given up on judging a book by what I should think about it and just go with what my gut says and my gut is screaming to re-read Master Jake and Rainies's story.
Deal with it!
Here is a thing I love about the Shadowland Masters in general, they are non judgmental, they like women just the way they are and they won't stand for being self-conscious or hating your own body. That's such a good thing to read. Yes, Rainie is a big woman, but she is beautiful and she has a big heart and Jake wants her just the way she is. Haters gonna hate, but you have to live your own life...stand behind your choices and accept who you are, no matter what society tells you to be.
Oh, and did I mention... we get to see old friends, there is a bachelorette party and a of course a wedding Shadowland style. Master Z meddling with the people around him and calling them by their full names. It's all too good to be true.
Did I mention how much I love this series? Well, there you have it. :D
September 26, 2014
3.5 Stars
I love the Masters of the Shadowlands series, it is one of my favorite in Contemporary Romance and this means that I have high expectations from Cherise Sinclair. This time she didn't rach the mark. I liked the book and I wanted to love it, but I just couldn't.
I liked both Rainie and Jake individually very much. They are strong characters, driven, compassionate, loving. But as a couple they didn't work for me. There was no chemistry whatsoever. Maybe if the book was longer I would have grown to like them together but in this novella it didn't happen. And I do know it can be done because Z's and Jessica's book was short too but they made sense as a couple. -1 star for the connection I couldn't see.
The other -0,5 star is for the candle scene. To me it felt too intrusive. There was no preparation beforehand for what was to come. In the previous books the Dom discussed the things he would demand from the Sub and got permission. Jake took answers from Rainie without asking how she felt about it first. Marcus did the same to Gabi but she at least was angree at him after it. Rainie took the intrusion in stride.
Still the book had a lot going for it. Cherise Sinclair's writing, which was as good as ever, hot sex scenes and glimpses into the other characters' lives that were precious to me. I absolutely loved the double wedding and how Rainie dealed with the Bitch Queens (Galen's and Gabi's mothers).
PS. Although a Domme-sub relationship does little for me, I really want to read Mistress Anne's book. And if she ends up with Ben, all the better.
I love the Masters of the Shadowlands series, it is one of my favorite in Contemporary Romance and this means that I have high expectations from Cherise Sinclair. This time she didn't rach the mark. I liked the book and I wanted to love it, but I just couldn't.
I liked both Rainie and Jake individually very much. They are strong characters, driven, compassionate, loving. But as a couple they didn't work for me. There was no chemistry whatsoever. Maybe if the book was longer I would have grown to like them together but in this novella it didn't happen. And I do know it can be done because Z's and Jessica's book was short too but they made sense as a couple. -1 star for the connection I couldn't see.
The other -0,5 star is for the candle scene. To me it felt too intrusive. There was no preparation beforehand for what was to come. In the previous books the Dom discussed the things he would demand from the Sub and got permission. Jake took answers from Rainie without asking how she felt about it first. Marcus did the same to Gabi but she at least was angree at him after it. Rainie took the intrusion in stride.
Still the book had a lot going for it. Cherise Sinclair's writing, which was as good as ever, hot sex scenes and glimpses into the other characters' lives that were precious to me. I absolutely loved the double wedding and how Rainie dealed with the Bitch Queens (Galen's and Gabi's mothers).
PS. Although a Domme-sub relationship does little for me, I really want to read Mistress Anne's book. And if she ends up with Ben, all the better.
July 23, 2015
** 4-4.5 STARS **
August 15, 2014
Naughty girls need love just like strong dominants need support. In Show Me Baby, Rainie is one of the last submissive in training left standing. With each of the other submissives finding a permanent dominant, Rainie is feeling a bit lonely. Sexy Jake is one of the few single dominants. Most of the previously single Shadowlands Masters now have their chosen submissive. When Z mentions something about Rainie's issue as a submissive, Jake is the man to take her in hand.
For those who want a sweet romance, this is the story to read. Jake is Rainie's knight in shining armor. He defends her and protects her. His greatest strength is also his downfall. Ms. Sinclair does an excellent job of creating a character flaw in Jake, making him more real. She does the same with Rainie. Both characters are charming and loveable. This makes for a pleasurable read because the reader doesn't want to keep slapping one of the characters upside the head.
Rainie's history is not ideal. What is frustrating about her situation is how real to life it can be. The way people are judgmental and hold Rainie's past against her is disgusting and pathetic. For someone like Rainie who is a people pleaser, it's even more hurtful and damaging. The shallow vanity several minor characters in this story exhibit is disgusting and explains Rainie's desire to get away and start fresh.
The surprising twist is Jake's issue. It just goes to show, every story has two sides. Jake's last submissive chose her career of him. When she returns for a visit and explains to him about her decision, he's shocked and begins to understand how his actions come across. Ms. Sinclair uses this to highlight how important open communication is in a relationship. Communication is key in a relationship regardless of the vanilla or kinky lifestyle.
The BDSM in the story is delightful as always. Ms. Sinclair does show the better and more romantic side of BDSM. She also makes good points about BDSM which may give those just starting into the lifestyle more insight.
He wouldn’t allow disobedience and really would enforce his rules. The knowledge was…devastatingly erotic. (pg. 71)
This one line captures a concept many who are just joining into the lifestyle don't grasp immediately. Enforcing the rules with discipline be it physical or not, it's comforting and erotic. Why? Because for submissives, it indicates the dominant cares. There is something about a dominant holding me accountable which makes me weak in the knees and a wave of submissive desire radiates through my body from the center out. Ms. Sinclair shows this through Rainie in this book. This I can relate to and thoroughly enjoy.
The relationships between the friends in this story also makes it a lovely read. How they support each other. How they love each other. And most importantly, how they stick up and defend each other which is a blast to read. This is an altogether sweet romance and recommended for kinky readers who love a happily ever after.
*provided by BDSM Book Reviews
For those who want a sweet romance, this is the story to read. Jake is Rainie's knight in shining armor. He defends her and protects her. His greatest strength is also his downfall. Ms. Sinclair does an excellent job of creating a character flaw in Jake, making him more real. She does the same with Rainie. Both characters are charming and loveable. This makes for a pleasurable read because the reader doesn't want to keep slapping one of the characters upside the head.
Rainie's history is not ideal. What is frustrating about her situation is how real to life it can be. The way people are judgmental and hold Rainie's past against her is disgusting and pathetic. For someone like Rainie who is a people pleaser, it's even more hurtful and damaging. The shallow vanity several minor characters in this story exhibit is disgusting and explains Rainie's desire to get away and start fresh.
The surprising twist is Jake's issue. It just goes to show, every story has two sides. Jake's last submissive chose her career of him. When she returns for a visit and explains to him about her decision, he's shocked and begins to understand how his actions come across. Ms. Sinclair uses this to highlight how important open communication is in a relationship. Communication is key in a relationship regardless of the vanilla or kinky lifestyle.
The BDSM in the story is delightful as always. Ms. Sinclair does show the better and more romantic side of BDSM. She also makes good points about BDSM which may give those just starting into the lifestyle more insight.
He wouldn’t allow disobedience and really would enforce his rules. The knowledge was…devastatingly erotic. (pg. 71)
This one line captures a concept many who are just joining into the lifestyle don't grasp immediately. Enforcing the rules with discipline be it physical or not, it's comforting and erotic. Why? Because for submissives, it indicates the dominant cares. There is something about a dominant holding me accountable which makes me weak in the knees and a wave of submissive desire radiates through my body from the center out. Ms. Sinclair shows this through Rainie in this book. This I can relate to and thoroughly enjoy.
The relationships between the friends in this story also makes it a lovely read. How they support each other. How they love each other. And most importantly, how they stick up and defend each other which is a blast to read. This is an altogether sweet romance and recommended for kinky readers who love a happily ever after.
*provided by BDSM Book Reviews
March 13, 2024
Show Me,Baby is a short,but complete and beautiful story in the Masters of the Shadowlands series.
And it’s one that i enjoyed the first time as much as i did this time.
It’s a story of finding an unexpected happy after with someone you’d never thought could want you.
Of standing up against bullies,and people that want to take advantage.
Of being better than you were raised,of being stronger than you thought,of being worth loving even though you think you aren’t. (Spoiler,she is)
Of sharing the burden in spite of thinking it might make you look weak. (Spoiler,it doesn’t)
Of having friends that stand by your side,and have your back.
Of meddlesome club owners that seem to be able to read minds,and give you both a push in the right direction.
In short,this is Rainie and Jake’s story,and i loved it!
And it’s one that i enjoyed the first time as much as i did this time.
It’s a story of finding an unexpected happy after with someone you’d never thought could want you.
Of standing up against bullies,and people that want to take advantage.
Of being better than you were raised,of being stronger than you thought,of being worth loving even though you think you aren’t. (Spoiler,she is)
Of sharing the burden in spite of thinking it might make you look weak. (Spoiler,it doesn’t)
Of having friends that stand by your side,and have your back.
Of meddlesome club owners that seem to be able to read minds,and give you both a push in the right direction.
In short,this is Rainie and Jake’s story,and i loved it!
September 24, 2014
4 stars
Show Me, Baby is a cute sexy novella about the sophisticated, classy Master Jake and his little hellion sub Rainie. They come from two opposite sides of the track, one Rainie desperately wants to run away from, armed with her MBA she is finally ready to leave town until a mutt and a Master stand in her way and steal her heart in the process. A story that touches on Insecurities, trust, and the balance between giving and taking.
While I am used to the Shadowlands to have additional plots twists, this stayed on track focusing on the couple and their own personal issues they needed to overcome to be happy. It takes the right person to fight for you and accept you for who you are and that is what Rainie and Jake are to each other, they just needed to open their eyes and see it for them selves. Oh and I can't forget about the Bachelorette party, freaking hilarious!
A wonderful novella to add to the Shadowlands series.
“I’m perfect just as I am. I don’t need to change to be loved. I do need to hit my Master really hard. I’m perfect just as I am.”
Show Me, Baby is a cute sexy novella about the sophisticated, classy Master Jake and his little hellion sub Rainie. They come from two opposite sides of the track, one Rainie desperately wants to run away from, armed with her MBA she is finally ready to leave town until a mutt and a Master stand in her way and steal her heart in the process. A story that touches on Insecurities, trust, and the balance between giving and taking.
While I am used to the Shadowlands to have additional plots twists, this stayed on track focusing on the couple and their own personal issues they needed to overcome to be happy. It takes the right person to fight for you and accept you for who you are and that is what Rainie and Jake are to each other, they just needed to open their eyes and see it for them selves. Oh and I can't forget about the Bachelorette party, freaking hilarious!
A wonderful novella to add to the Shadowlands series.
February 9, 2019
This novella didn't have the feel of a Masters of the Shadowlands for me. I liked the glimpses from the other characters, but the main characters... not so much. Their relationship felt strained.
2nd read:
I still feel like I did the first time I read it...
2nd read:
I still feel like I did the first time I read it...
August 13, 2014
I almost died waiting for this one. And then with everything that happened, I am thoroughly convinced that Cherise Sinclair is trying to kill us all. I cannot get over Rainie and Jake's story - too precious!
We got to see the double wedding of Gabi/Marcus and Sally/Galen/Vance which was pretty awesome, since I feel like I've been waiting for that for forever.
I loved the involvement from the other characters in Show Me, Baby. There was a hilarious bachelorette party scene, which apparently is code name for get Doms into protective mode. Jake also has some lessons of his own to learn and he can't quite get their on his own.
I've loved Jake and Rainie in the past books, so when I found out they were getting their own story together? I was beyond stoked! They were two characters we saw but didn't get a ton about, and Cherise Sinclair really hit the nail head on with this one. I loved their story and adored watching them fall in love.
Bring a fan because Cherise Sinclair is heating up the pages! Holy shite are there some hot scenes in this one! Jake is . . . quite the inventive Dom at times. That is for sure.
I really just want more from all my favorite Shadowlands characters. I want to see how everyone is doing, how the honeymoon's work out, and particularly now I want to see how a particular pregnant character is doing and if her kids turns out being a boy or girl, and all that good stuff. I know there hasn't been any announced yet, but I am beyond in need for another Shadowlands book (or 6).
We got to see the double wedding of Gabi/Marcus and Sally/Galen/Vance which was pretty awesome, since I feel like I've been waiting for that for forever.
I loved the involvement from the other characters in Show Me, Baby. There was a hilarious bachelorette party scene, which apparently is code name for get Doms into protective mode. Jake also has some lessons of his own to learn and he can't quite get their on his own.
I've loved Jake and Rainie in the past books, so when I found out they were getting their own story together? I was beyond stoked! They were two characters we saw but didn't get a ton about, and Cherise Sinclair really hit the nail head on with this one. I loved their story and adored watching them fall in love.
Bring a fan because Cherise Sinclair is heating up the pages! Holy shite are there some hot scenes in this one! Jake is . . . quite the inventive Dom at times. That is for sure.
I really just want more from all my favorite Shadowlands characters. I want to see how everyone is doing, how the honeymoon's work out, and particularly now I want to see how a particular pregnant character is doing and if her kids turns out being a boy or girl, and all that good stuff. I know there hasn't been any announced yet, but I am beyond in need for another Shadowlands book (or 6).
November 18, 2019
yikes - another series I have never heard of! Ugh adding more to my TBR is killing me.
Show Me, Baby was another short ass novella. Again, it was for a series I have never heard of before.. but will gladly dive into it. In it, you will meet Rainie and Jake. Unfortunately, Rainie has no dream or desire to get a HEA. Then there's Jake who has always seen Rainie in a different light.
Of course, these two find a way into each other's hearts. Rainie could only ignore Jake for so long and Jake took his chance when the moment was hot. These two were a lot of fun to read about and I really enjoyed their relationship. I mean, how could you not love Jake?
Overall, definitely looking into this series ASAP.
Show Me, Baby was another short ass novella. Again, it was for a series I have never heard of before.. but will gladly dive into it. In it, you will meet Rainie and Jake. Unfortunately, Rainie has no dream or desire to get a HEA. Then there's Jake who has always seen Rainie in a different light.
Of course, these two find a way into each other's hearts. Rainie could only ignore Jake for so long and Jake took his chance when the moment was hot. These two were a lot of fun to read about and I really enjoyed their relationship. I mean, how could you not love Jake?
Overall, definitely looking into this series ASAP.
February 1, 2020
I like this book better. Miss Sinclair usually writes story with too many BDSM/ kinky sex and not enough story. In Show Me , Baby, she put a story and character into it.
I like Jack. He is such mysterious hero. Toward the end he turns out to be intense, sexy, alpha male character. Good thing this story does not have stalker twist on it.
The BDSM/ kinky is good as usual. After all this is Miss Sinclair book. I am quite entertained with this book.
4 stars
I like Jack. He is such mysterious hero. Toward the end he turns out to be intense, sexy, alpha male character. Good thing this story does not have stalker twist on it.
The BDSM/ kinky is good as usual. After all this is Miss Sinclair book. I am quite entertained with this book.
4 stars
December 8, 2016
I'm a sucker for a $0.99 book. Got this one a while ago and wanted something quick to read (sorry ARC pile). I've only read the first two books in this series (got them free), but this is a stand alone. There are lots of people from other books here, but you don't need to know their HEAs to enjoy this one.
Jack and Rainie are great. She feels she's not good enough for anyone until she becomes "more" and Jack, the big bad Dom, has problems saying and showing he needs help. Together they find their way past that and to love with some new toys I've not heard about. There are a couple weddings, an engagement, and growing pregnancy along the way with their friends.
Mistress Anne is a little scary, but funny too. I think Ben needs her. I really wish I didn't have e-book pricing issues (and more time in my day), so I can read all the rest of this series.
Jack and Rainie are great. She feels she's not good enough for anyone until she becomes "more" and Jack, the big bad Dom, has problems saying and showing he needs help. Together they find their way past that and to love with some new toys I've not heard about. There are a couple weddings, an engagement, and growing pregnancy along the way with their friends.
Mistress Anne is a little scary, but funny too. I think Ben needs her. I really wish I didn't have e-book pricing issues (and more time in my day), so I can read all the rest of this series.
August 14, 2014
Is there such a thing as 'feel good BDSM' ? Because I feel like that's what Cherise Sinclair writes. Her doms are always caring, protective cuddlers, and the heroines are always just feisty enough to make you root for them, but not so feisty that you want to smack them upside the head. This one featured a veterinarian storyline (SO CLOSE TO MY HEART AS A BUDDING CRAZY CAT LADY) and I adored it.
So fun. Only 2.99. I could get used to this.
(PS Mom, this is not your bag)
So fun. Only 2.99. I could get used to this.
(PS Mom, this is not your bag)
September 21, 2018
Actual Rating: 3.5 stars
August 10, 2014
Show Me, Baby is the 9th story in author Cherise Sinclair’s Master os the Shadowlands Series as well as novella number 7 in the 1,001 Dark Nights Series. Admittedly, this is the first of Cherie’s works that I have read and oh boy…I am hooked and have just purchased the entire series!
To say Rainie has had a sad life would be the understatement of the century. Having a mother who didn’t want her, a father who left her at seven, living in foster care homes with one in particular that left deep emotional scars, and never really feeling she was good enough to fit in anywhere, you could say her issues cup overfloweth. But she was determined. Determined to rise above all of the adversity in her life and become someone. She finally finished school with an MBA and has found a place where she felt she somewhat belonged…Cub Shadowlands. Sure, she still had her issues and she was still new to the BDSM scene, but she knew deep down this was a home of sorts for her. Only problem? Jake. The delish Dom was a blast from the past she was trying to forget. He was her secret crush all of high school. He had no idea who she was back then and just seeing him now brought back too much pain. But even that pain couldn’t stop her attraction to him. Even after all these years, he was still everything she wanted. But surely he wouldn’t be interested in someone with a past like hers…..or would he?
Jake has it all. A successful career as a veterinarian, a nice home, a position as a Master at Club Shadowlands, good looks and a killer body. There’s only one thing missing…a woman to share his life with. His last lover had left him and even though it still stung, he was ready to move on. And the one he’d like to move on is the sassy and beautiful new trainee at the club…Rainie. There was something about her. She had a lust for life, was loyal and kind to her friends she’s made at Club Shadowlands and had a huge heart. Now, if inly she would give him the time of day. Seems when it came to him she was always taking off in the opposite direction. Luckily for him, she was in need of a reevaluation and he was just assigned the Dom in charge of it. This was exactly the opportunity he needed to convince Rainie to take a chance on him.
Rainie and Jake take off on a journey of self discovery and stumble across love along the way. The question is, will Rainie be able to shake her feelings of unworthiness and give a relationship with Jake a chance?
Oh my, I adored this story. Rainie broke my heart. Her childhood was positively wretched and I felt so bad for her. I also totally understood her feelings of being less than everyone. No one really ever told her she wasn’t so how could she think anything different? But her resolve and strength was admirable beyond words. She picked herself up, brushed herself off and kept on going. She is amazing that way. She is also fiercely loyal to her friends and I adore that in a character. Jake is just, um, totally drool worthy. He is handsome, successful, charming and commanding. The total package. He knows Rainie better than she ever thought and he gives her all of what she needs. And damn, it is beyond smoking hot! Together they make an incredible couple. Giving each other what they other need and forming a beautiful emotional connection. Of course, there are a few stumbles along the way but that just makes this story that much better.
So here I am, proof that even if you haven’t read this series before, you will love this book and this was a great intro to The Masters of Shadowlands. I can’t wait to read more of this series! Thank you, Cherise, for Jake and Rainie and their amazing story.
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To say Rainie has had a sad life would be the understatement of the century. Having a mother who didn’t want her, a father who left her at seven, living in foster care homes with one in particular that left deep emotional scars, and never really feeling she was good enough to fit in anywhere, you could say her issues cup overfloweth. But she was determined. Determined to rise above all of the adversity in her life and become someone. She finally finished school with an MBA and has found a place where she felt she somewhat belonged…Cub Shadowlands. Sure, she still had her issues and she was still new to the BDSM scene, but she knew deep down this was a home of sorts for her. Only problem? Jake. The delish Dom was a blast from the past she was trying to forget. He was her secret crush all of high school. He had no idea who she was back then and just seeing him now brought back too much pain. But even that pain couldn’t stop her attraction to him. Even after all these years, he was still everything she wanted. But surely he wouldn’t be interested in someone with a past like hers…..or would he?
Jake has it all. A successful career as a veterinarian, a nice home, a position as a Master at Club Shadowlands, good looks and a killer body. There’s only one thing missing…a woman to share his life with. His last lover had left him and even though it still stung, he was ready to move on. And the one he’d like to move on is the sassy and beautiful new trainee at the club…Rainie. There was something about her. She had a lust for life, was loyal and kind to her friends she’s made at Club Shadowlands and had a huge heart. Now, if inly she would give him the time of day. Seems when it came to him she was always taking off in the opposite direction. Luckily for him, she was in need of a reevaluation and he was just assigned the Dom in charge of it. This was exactly the opportunity he needed to convince Rainie to take a chance on him.
Rainie and Jake take off on a journey of self discovery and stumble across love along the way. The question is, will Rainie be able to shake her feelings of unworthiness and give a relationship with Jake a chance?
Oh my, I adored this story. Rainie broke my heart. Her childhood was positively wretched and I felt so bad for her. I also totally understood her feelings of being less than everyone. No one really ever told her she wasn’t so how could she think anything different? But her resolve and strength was admirable beyond words. She picked herself up, brushed herself off and kept on going. She is amazing that way. She is also fiercely loyal to her friends and I adore that in a character. Jake is just, um, totally drool worthy. He is handsome, successful, charming and commanding. The total package. He knows Rainie better than she ever thought and he gives her all of what she needs. And damn, it is beyond smoking hot! Together they make an incredible couple. Giving each other what they other need and forming a beautiful emotional connection. Of course, there are a few stumbles along the way but that just makes this story that much better.
So here I am, proof that even if you haven’t read this series before, you will love this book and this was a great intro to The Masters of Shadowlands. I can’t wait to read more of this series! Thank you, Cherise, for Jake and Rainie and their amazing story.
This review can also be found on www.Read-Love-Blog.com
September 23, 2018
Tanto ver a Rainie y Jake como secundarios, el tenerlos en esta historia como los principales me ha resultado bastante revelador e interesante.
Nunca me hubiera imaginado el pasado dramático tras la personalidad divertida de Rainie y tampoco los traumas que la acompañan día y día y que la hacen sufrir tanto.
Tampoco me imaginé que Jake tuviera el trabajo que tiene y se revelara como un gran Dom, aunque claro, eso ya se venía entreviendo por la forma en que lo trataban los demás y su reciente cargo dentro del club.
Por lo demás, la historia de amor entre los dos, con sus innumerables idas y venidas, resulta de lo más bonita y cargada de tensión sexual. Muy recomendable.
En la relectura la idiotez de Jake en ciertos momentos me ha resultado bastante insufrible, ni que decir de la testarudez de Rainie, aunque claro, es un infaltable en los romances. Me ha gustado mucho más esta segunda vez.
Nunca me hubiera imaginado el pasado dramático tras la personalidad divertida de Rainie y tampoco los traumas que la acompañan día y día y que la hacen sufrir tanto.
Tampoco me imaginé que Jake tuviera el trabajo que tiene y se revelara como un gran Dom, aunque claro, eso ya se venía entreviendo por la forma en que lo trataban los demás y su reciente cargo dentro del club.
Por lo demás, la historia de amor entre los dos, con sus innumerables idas y venidas, resulta de lo más bonita y cargada de tensión sexual. Muy recomendable.
En la relectura la idiotez de Jake en ciertos momentos me ha resultado bastante insufrible, ni que decir de la testarudez de Rainie, aunque claro, es un infaltable en los romances. Me ha gustado mucho más esta segunda vez.
December 13, 2018
***3.5 Stars***
This was a solid addition to the Masters of the Shadowlands series.
I liked the balance of strength and vulnerability in both characters.
Rainie was a business savvy and smart woman, loyal to her friends, had a soft heart, and was confident of her fuller figure...however, past insecurities had a way of rearing their ugly head and making her second guess things. She grew up a chubby girl in foster care with little money, and a bunch of high school losers who liked to bully her because of that. Since then, those wounds have healed, but the scars are still there.
On top of that she was burned by her last boyfriend when he introduced her to his family and they were quick to judge her based on her upbringing, deeming her unworthy and undesirable trash. And he was just as quick in dismissing and dumping her after that.
Jake is a man who loves big and deep...however, his mentor taught him that men must be men. They can never rely on anyone, show no weakness, show no emotion...never be vulnerable. Never give anyone the sense they are needed. Wanted, sure. But never needed. And his last girlfriend chose her career over him, proving to him that you can never rely on anyone sticking around.
Jake and Rainie's chemistry was terrific, but both were fearful to trust that the other wouldn't leave for one reason or another...either because of the embarassment of being with someone with a less than idyllic past, or because they'll choose other things over love.
While I really enjoyed Jake and Rainie's chemistry, the evolution of their relationship was a little bumpy for me. They went from "just one night" to a relationship in the blink of an eye. Rainie went from not wanting to get attached to Jake, to practically living with him from one chapter to the next. And Jake's realization that his mentor was all wrong was a little to quick and easy for my liking.
Overall, an enjoyable read that gave me two new characters to root for, a double wedding to attend, and a sadistic Mistress and vanilla bodyguard to look forward to. I can't wait for Mistress Anne and Ben's book!
Oh! And before I forget....I'd like to give 10 stars to all the furry secondary characters in this story!
May 20, 2018
****
3 1/2 As You Wish Stars
I really did love this installment of this series, however, there were a few things that made losing myself in it a bit difficult. They’re listed in the spoiler.
Aside from those things, this was still a lovely story. There was a lot of honesty in character development and as usual, this author didn’t hold back.
This book, despite the quick realizations that would normally take longer to come to in life or a longer novel, for such a short read, a lot really was packed in nicely.
And it must also be noted, and other reviews have said this too; this series has been such a great portrayal of the BDSM lifestyle. I’ll admit, I didn’t know much about it before. I knew about it from an outsider looking in kind of way. I never looked down on it but it still seemed like a whole other world to me. I even looked things up as I read through the book, finding that this author has got a firm grasp on its intricacies. This aspect is near the top of the things I most enjoyed. I definitely learned so much.
And my FAVORITE part!!! Ugh. This part could NOT have been more perfect. So incredibly sweet. The whole Princess Bride thing. Jake noticed she was a romantic and just handed that little morsel of goodness over to Rainie with zero pretense. I wish they’d played with that more. Alas, good things in moderation I s’pose. I would say that this is one of the most memorable moments in the whole series for me. Yes, it was that sweet.
Anyway, overall, I liked this book. I loved Jake. Rainie was a sweetheart. I think the hangups I have about it are due to its length. This author has proven that she can develop a story well, if given the room.
I am so going to miss this series...at least until I reread it. Because I totally will. :D
Happy Reading!
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This review has been revised. If this message appears on a review, it's because I edited the f**k out of it because I either didn't like it, I trashed the author's work too much and felt I was too harsh, my review was wordy to the point of wanting to even knock my own lights out, my outlook on the book has changed, or I just didn't want to delete a review I once painstakingly wrote that was liked, commented on, or for the most part true. I'm overwhelmed at how different of a reader I am now versus when I started my Goodreads page. My reading habits were fairly narrow once upon a time, and I felt like putting a disclaimer on every review I've written that needed editing was easier than going through every single book again, and doing entire re-reviews. I'll be slowly doing this across my reviews in the coming year so it will better reflect me as a reader now. Thanks for visiting!
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3 1/2 As You Wish Stars
I really did love this installment of this series, however, there were a few things that made losing myself in it a bit difficult. They’re listed in the spoiler.
Aside from those things, this was still a lovely story. There was a lot of honesty in character development and as usual, this author didn’t hold back.
This book, despite the quick realizations that would normally take longer to come to in life or a longer novel, for such a short read, a lot really was packed in nicely.
And it must also be noted, and other reviews have said this too; this series has been such a great portrayal of the BDSM lifestyle. I’ll admit, I didn’t know much about it before. I knew about it from an outsider looking in kind of way. I never looked down on it but it still seemed like a whole other world to me. I even looked things up as I read through the book, finding that this author has got a firm grasp on its intricacies. This aspect is near the top of the things I most enjoyed. I definitely learned so much.
And my FAVORITE part!!! Ugh. This part could NOT have been more perfect. So incredibly sweet. The whole Princess Bride thing. Jake noticed she was a romantic and just handed that little morsel of goodness over to Rainie with zero pretense. I wish they’d played with that more. Alas, good things in moderation I s’pose. I would say that this is one of the most memorable moments in the whole series for me. Yes, it was that sweet.
Anyway, overall, I liked this book. I loved Jake. Rainie was a sweetheart. I think the hangups I have about it are due to its length. This author has proven that she can develop a story well, if given the room.
I am so going to miss this series...at least until I reread it. Because I totally will. :D
Happy Reading!
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This review has been revised. If this message appears on a review, it's because I edited the f**k out of it because I either didn't like it, I trashed the author's work too much and felt I was too harsh, my review was wordy to the point of wanting to even knock my own lights out, my outlook on the book has changed, or I just didn't want to delete a review I once painstakingly wrote that was liked, commented on, or for the most part true. I'm overwhelmed at how different of a reader I am now versus when I started my Goodreads page. My reading habits were fairly narrow once upon a time, and I felt like putting a disclaimer on every review I've written that needed editing was easier than going through every single book again, and doing entire re-reviews. I'll be slowly doing this across my reviews in the coming year so it will better reflect me as a reader now. Thanks for visiting!
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May 27, 2020
Edit 2nd reading
Rainie is a trainee at the Shadowlands. She is a BBW and quite a brat, and even though she seems confident, she actually hides a painful past and image issues. She had a crush on Jake in highschool but some mean girls made fun of her and she ran. Jake has no idea she even knew him back then as he was five years older and already out of school. He is a Master at the Shadowlands and very attracted to Rainie. He decides to work with her on her issues and convince her she is perfect for him.
I liked this book, and liked that for once the heroine is a BBW but actually confident in her skin and no mouse. The main thing that bothered me was how she seemed to run into the same mean people from highschool at every corner, who kept insulting her like it was still highschool.... I think her issues could have surfaced differently.
I still enjoyed it, Jake was as dreamy and take charge as we come to expect from the Masters, and I loved the scenes with the other characters (Gabi and Sally's bachelorette party + their wedding)
***
This was a good story, but it didn't rock my world like some of her other books did. Once again, I found it too similar to other books she has written before.
I would like more innovation, new storylines. Here I felt like I was re-reading some of her work.
Rainie is a trainee at the Shadowlands. She is a BBW and quite a brat, and even though she seems confident, she actually hides a painful past and image issues. She had a crush on Jake in highschool but some mean girls made fun of her and she ran. Jake has no idea she even knew him back then as he was five years older and already out of school. He is a Master at the Shadowlands and very attracted to Rainie. He decides to work with her on her issues and convince her she is perfect for him.
I liked this book, and liked that for once the heroine is a BBW but actually confident in her skin and no mouse. The main thing that bothered me was how she seemed to run into the same mean people from highschool at every corner, who kept insulting her like it was still highschool.... I think her issues could have surfaced differently.
I still enjoyed it, Jake was as dreamy and take charge as we come to expect from the Masters, and I loved the scenes with the other characters (Gabi and Sally's bachelorette party + their wedding)
***
This was a good story, but it didn't rock my world like some of her other books did. Once again, I found it too similar to other books she has written before.
I would like more innovation, new storylines. Here I felt like I was re-reading some of her work.
February 15, 2015
This was a great addition to the Club Shadowlands series. I really enjoyed seeing Jake and Rainie together. Jake is just the person Rainie needs to get passed her past and him not knowing that she had a crush on him years earlier made it even sweeter.
December 17, 2014
Had some good moments. Started very slowly and then, worst of all, the end action was launched by the seriously annoying "I'm not worthy" trope. But ultimately, not a bad read, just not up to the better books of this series.
January 31, 2020
Again another amazing addition to the series has been made. I wish Mistress Anne would get her own book
June 4, 2017
Me encanta esta pareja
November 7, 2022
I enjoyed Jake and Rainie's story for the most part. They both definitely had things they needed to work on in this one.
Rainie comes off as though she has some self-esteem, but she doesn't. She is not confident at all when it comes to guys or relationships. If I'm being honest, it was almost too much. I mean, I get it. The people in her life were horrible. So were all the people that she randomly ran into. I have never read a book with so much negativity towards someone just because they are on the heavier side or were in foster care.
Jake was a sweet, down-to-earth guy. I really liked him. He comes from a good background but didn't come off as though he was better than anyone. He wasn't as confident as some of the other Masters. But he worked it out by the end of the book.
Rainie comes off as though she has some self-esteem, but she doesn't. She is not confident at all when it comes to guys or relationships. If I'm being honest, it was almost too much. I mean, I get it. The people in her life were horrible. So were all the people that she randomly ran into. I have never read a book with so much negativity towards someone just because they are on the heavier side or were in foster care.
Jake was a sweet, down-to-earth guy. I really liked him. He comes from a good background but didn't come off as though he was better than anyone. He wasn't as confident as some of the other Masters. But he worked it out by the end of the book.
March 18, 2023
I read the story of Saxon before the story of Jake (mistake) so I went back, picked it up and filled my gap, partly because Rainie was likable to me.
Ho letto la storia di Saxon prima di quella di Jake (errore), quindi sono tornata indietro, l'ho ripresa e ho colmato la mia lacuna, anche perché Rainie mi era simpatica.
Ho letto la storia di Saxon prima di quella di Jake (errore), quindi sono tornata indietro, l'ho ripresa e ho colmato la mia lacuna, anche perché Rainie mi era simpatica.
December 16, 2019
I normally enjoy Cherise Sinclair's Shadowlands series, but for some reason, this story felt flat compared to the others. I enjoyed Rainie — she was a female lead with a painful past who overcame that to achieve greater things. She stands up to the patriarchy, and she's a true feminist. She stands up for women.
The male lead, on the other hand, didn't have enough time devoted to him, and maybe that's why the romance/attraction between the two felt forced. He supposedly has his fair share of baggage too, like how his previous fiance dumped him for her career, but it could have been covered better. From the looks of it, he was a decent guy; everything pointed to that. But there was no real connection.
Most of this book happened outside of Club Shadowlands, and while it's nice that Sinclair is changing the setting, the setting is the reason why this series is popular. Fans love the series because they're set in Club Shadowlands. That was a bit disappointing.
It took longer than usual to finish this Sinclair book, but onward with the rest of the series. Sinclair's novels are the one guilty pleasure I allow myself. ;)
The male lead, on the other hand, didn't have enough time devoted to him, and maybe that's why the romance/attraction between the two felt forced. He supposedly has his fair share of baggage too, like how his previous fiance dumped him for her career, but it could have been covered better. From the looks of it, he was a decent guy; everything pointed to that. But there was no real connection.
Most of this book happened outside of Club Shadowlands, and while it's nice that Sinclair is changing the setting, the setting is the reason why this series is popular. Fans love the series because they're set in Club Shadowlands. That was a bit disappointing.
It took longer than usual to finish this Sinclair book, but onward with the rest of the series. Sinclair's novels are the one guilty pleasure I allow myself. ;)
August 15, 2015
Oh come on this is ridiculous. I think I mentioned in previous reviews that all of Sinclair's characters are the same but this one was just too much.
It's obvious that Sinclair is running out of material for this Shadowland series. This story was just too forced and frankly, once again, just like so many of her previous books.
Jake, the Dom, is tall, dark, dangerous, rich. He served in the army of course because how else could you make sure the reader knows this veterinary is a bad ass?
He of course likes his women curvy and oh what luck, Rainie's curvy AND fits the bill of SInclair's characters with having some emotional baggage from the past.
It's all just BLAH at this point.
I appreciated Sinclair for creating male characters who openly enjoy curvy woman, help them with their confidence but frankly after nine books it feels ridiculous because frankly it looks as if in Sinclair's world a woman has to be curvy, submissive and only yearn to get married and have kids. Seriously, this is all her female characters are about. In every book at least one of her submissives whines and cries over not being engaged or not being pregnant and all they want is this life.
Now don't get me wrong; I hav nothing against women who want to get married and have babies BUT every one of Sinclair's characters was reduced to wanting ONLY that.
Jessica, the smart accountant. Beth the independent, gardener entrepreneur. Andrea, the annoying, rebellious latina. All left in tears and whines over not having a wedding ring or a baby. It was quite sad.
And for someone who seemed to push boundaries with the picture of the ideal woman, Sinclair sure is a bit delusional when it comes to the perfect Dom. Apparently to qualify as a real manly man you have to be tall, packed with muscles, served in the army or have a kick ass, bad guy hunting job. If not, you're not even worthy of being mentioned in her work.
Truly sad.
It's obvious that Sinclair is running out of material for this Shadowland series. This story was just too forced and frankly, once again, just like so many of her previous books.
Jake, the Dom, is tall, dark, dangerous, rich. He served in the army of course because how else could you make sure the reader knows this veterinary is a bad ass?
He of course likes his women curvy and oh what luck, Rainie's curvy AND fits the bill of SInclair's characters with having some emotional baggage from the past.
It's all just BLAH at this point.
I appreciated Sinclair for creating male characters who openly enjoy curvy woman, help them with their confidence but frankly after nine books it feels ridiculous because frankly it looks as if in Sinclair's world a woman has to be curvy, submissive and only yearn to get married and have kids. Seriously, this is all her female characters are about. In every book at least one of her submissives whines and cries over not being engaged or not being pregnant and all they want is this life.
Now don't get me wrong; I hav nothing against women who want to get married and have babies BUT every one of Sinclair's characters was reduced to wanting ONLY that.
Jessica, the smart accountant. Beth the independent, gardener entrepreneur. Andrea, the annoying, rebellious latina. All left in tears and whines over not having a wedding ring or a baby. It was quite sad.
And for someone who seemed to push boundaries with the picture of the ideal woman, Sinclair sure is a bit delusional when it comes to the perfect Dom. Apparently to qualify as a real manly man you have to be tall, packed with muscles, served in the army or have a kick ass, bad guy hunting job. If not, you're not even worthy of being mentioned in her work.
Truly sad.
January 2, 2015
Part of the Master of the Shadowlands series, Jake and Rainie fall in love amidst the wedding of Marcus and Gabi and Vance/Sally/Galen. Part of the series, and I don’t think this would work as well if you don’t know the series at all, lots of characters from earlier books are referred to and make appearances.
The Good
-a Cherise Sinclair book - I will always buy and read.
-loved the glimpse into the lives of the other couples from previous books
-Princess Bride references, which I can never resist.
-BDB reference, also loved.
-BBW heroine who wasn’t obsessed with weight and did love her curves. Her insecurities stemmed from her white trash beginnings.
-Funny bits in between the sexy times
The Meh
This is hard because I love Cherise Sinclair and I usually love the Shadowlands books, but this story was just a bit….off. There were so many things in this that I would normally love, but the lynchpin of any story is the chemistry between the leads and here, I just didn’t buy into the fantasy all the way. It was lacking a bit of spark.
It certainly felt as if all the explanations as to why they should work were there, but I honestly was more intrigued as to who Saxon is going to hook up with than Rainie and Jake.
The Bottom Line
Ultimately, I just didn’t love it like I normally do. It was an okay read. If you’ve never read the Masters of the Shadowlands series, I wouldn’t start with this one.
The Good
-a Cherise Sinclair book - I will always buy and read.
-loved the glimpse into the lives of the other couples from previous books
-Princess Bride references, which I can never resist.
-BDB reference, also loved.
-BBW heroine who wasn’t obsessed with weight and did love her curves. Her insecurities stemmed from her white trash beginnings.
-Funny bits in between the sexy times
The Meh
This is hard because I love Cherise Sinclair and I usually love the Shadowlands books, but this story was just a bit….off. There were so many things in this that I would normally love, but the lynchpin of any story is the chemistry between the leads and here, I just didn’t buy into the fantasy all the way. It was lacking a bit of spark.
It certainly felt as if all the explanations as to why they should work were there, but I honestly was more intrigued as to who Saxon is going to hook up with than Rainie and Jake.
The Bottom Line
Ultimately, I just didn’t love it like I normally do. It was an okay read. If you’ve never read the Masters of the Shadowlands series, I wouldn’t start with this one.
August 16, 2014
5 Big Beautiful Stars
I love this series! No one does BDSM romance like Cherise Sinclair. Rainie hasn't has an easy life. She was abandoned by her parents, had an awful foster care experience, and worse, but she still managed to finish college and grad school. She's always had it in her head she needed to be "more" in order to find true love, but she completely missed the part where she did become "more" and she's a beautiful and wonderful human being. She may not see it, but Jake definitely does. He loves her body and her mind and her soul. It was beautiful.
Jake isn't all perfect, though. He has it in his head that a Dom should never need to lean on anyone. A Dom is supposed to be strong and never show weakness. Silly man, showing someone they are needed isn't a weakness - it's a strength. It takes a while for that bit of wisdom to make it past his thick skull.
Jake and Rainie were so perfect for one another. Everyone else saw it long before they did themselves, but isn't that nearly always the case?
Show Me, Baby was an excellent addition to Shadowlands. Who's next? Holt? Anne? We're certainly running out of trainee submissives, but maybe Anne could be hooked up with a certain bartender? He seemed eager to please. ;)
I love this series! No one does BDSM romance like Cherise Sinclair. Rainie hasn't has an easy life. She was abandoned by her parents, had an awful foster care experience, and worse, but she still managed to finish college and grad school. She's always had it in her head she needed to be "more" in order to find true love, but she completely missed the part where she did become "more" and she's a beautiful and wonderful human being. She may not see it, but Jake definitely does. He loves her body and her mind and her soul. It was beautiful.
Jake isn't all perfect, though. He has it in his head that a Dom should never need to lean on anyone. A Dom is supposed to be strong and never show weakness. Silly man, showing someone they are needed isn't a weakness - it's a strength. It takes a while for that bit of wisdom to make it past his thick skull.
Jake and Rainie were so perfect for one another. Everyone else saw it long before they did themselves, but isn't that nearly always the case?
Show Me, Baby was an excellent addition to Shadowlands. Who's next? Holt? Anne? We're certainly running out of trainee submissives, but maybe Anne could be hooked up with a certain bartender? He seemed eager to please. ;)
July 10, 2018
A novella that truly deserves the title.
I'm a little burned out on books that are really half-a-book: either a cliff-hanger or a short-story masquerading as a full book. This isn't one of those. This is a fully realized story set in the Shadowlands. It's got all the heartbreak and healing that I expect from this series, and has as much liveliness and fun as its big-hearted heroine. Jake is also nearly as dreamy a dom as Marcus (probably my favorite of the Shadowlands Masters), and I very much enjoyed reading his story and seeing him get his HEA.
This is a great addition to the series and a must-read for anyone who loves the Shadowlands as much as I do.
I'm a little burned out on books that are really half-a-book: either a cliff-hanger or a short-story masquerading as a full book. This isn't one of those. This is a fully realized story set in the Shadowlands. It's got all the heartbreak and healing that I expect from this series, and has as much liveliness and fun as its big-hearted heroine. Jake is also nearly as dreamy a dom as Marcus (probably my favorite of the Shadowlands Masters), and I very much enjoyed reading his story and seeing him get his HEA.
This is a great addition to the series and a must-read for anyone who loves the Shadowlands as much as I do.
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