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Dark Empire #2
Caged
True happiness is a fragile illusion—one moment it's within your grasp, the next, it's brutally torn away. My world crumbled when she fell, unleashing the demons I kept buried deep within.
So many in my life had fallen, but never me. Life was cruel like that. This time, though, I refuse to let it happen.
My sweet Red and Ethan are my anchors, the family that holds me together. No one threatens my family and walks away unscathed. Dmitry made a fatal mistake, and now, he will be the one to fall. He will pay for daring to harm the ones I love.
This is the second book in a dark, MFM Menage romance, which concludes Ashlee, Magnus and Ethan's story.
So many in my life had fallen, but never me. Life was cruel like that. This time, though, I refuse to let it happen.
My sweet Red and Ethan are my anchors, the family that holds me together. No one threatens my family and walks away unscathed. Dmitry made a fatal mistake, and now, he will be the one to fall. He will pay for daring to harm the ones I love.
This is the second book in a dark, MFM Menage romance, which concludes Ashlee, Magnus and Ethan's story.
251 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2024
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About the author
Jess Peters
27 books120 followersJess Peters, a born in Southend-on-Sea, UK, initially honed her skills as an aviation engineer before transitioning into the realms of literature and screenwriting. From an early age, Jess immersed herself in the art of storytelling, evolving from crafting short stories to formally pursuing writing in 2020 with her book, Alchemy Academy. Now, four years into her creative journey, she is set to embark on a compelling new chapter, dedicated to bringing her envisioned series to the screen.
An accomplished author, Jess specializes in contemporary and paranormal romance. Her completed series, "Riverside Docks Crew" and "Alchemy Academy," showcase her narrative prowess, while ongoing projects like the Mafia series, beginning with "Captured (Dark Empire Book 1)," and the dark paranormal series with "Bound by Shadows (The Wielders Book 1)," reflect her diverse storytelling abilities. Notably, her bestselling series, featuring titles like "Explicitly Owned," "Explicitly Found," and "Explicitly Empowered," offers a spicy and captivating reading experience.
Follow me on twitter @J_Peters_author and on Facebook. (Jess Peters author) and Instagram @jesspeters_author
Blog/website:
www.jessreviews.co.uk
https://www.amazon.com/author/jesspeters
Instagram:
@lordlouis_persian
(yes, there for my cats...)
And don't forget the tortoise @hermes_tortoise
An accomplished author, Jess specializes in contemporary and paranormal romance. Her completed series, "Riverside Docks Crew" and "Alchemy Academy," showcase her narrative prowess, while ongoing projects like the Mafia series, beginning with "Captured (Dark Empire Book 1)," and the dark paranormal series with "Bound by Shadows (The Wielders Book 1)," reflect her diverse storytelling abilities. Notably, her bestselling series, featuring titles like "Explicitly Owned," "Explicitly Found," and "Explicitly Empowered," offers a spicy and captivating reading experience.
Follow me on twitter @J_Peters_author and on Facebook. (Jess Peters author) and Instagram @jesspeters_author
Blog/website:
www.jessreviews.co.uk
https://www.amazon.com/author/jesspeters
Instagram:
@lordlouis_persian
(yes, there for my cats...)
And don't forget the tortoise @hermes_tortoise
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July 13, 2024
Caged by Jess Peters is book two in the Dark Empire Series. After reading the first book I was very much looking forward to this one. You do have to read them in order. I will also say just to check your content warnings to be on the safe side. When I sat down to read this book I wasn’t expecting not to move again until I finished. But that’s what happened, I needed to know more. This is a dark, why choose romance. I thought it had a steady plot that held till the end. There were a few times that the conversation felt stilted to me. Nothing immersion breaking. I enjoyed the characters and how the story went. I really loved reading how they needed each other to grow. The spice is always great and it was done so well. (Some scenes, I’m surprised my kindle didn’t start smoking.) The tension was palpable, a few times I was on the edge of my seat. The descriptions were good and I could imagine the Scenarios that happened. I also liked how it ended but I’m looking forward to Hannah and Mario’s story. Overall I had a pleasant reading experience. The lines/quotes I connected with the most was…
“You’re strong because of what you went through.”
“How am I?”
“Because you survived.”
Final review:
4 out of 5 stars
“You’re strong because of what you went through.”
“How am I?”
“Because you survived.”
Final review:
4 out of 5 stars
July 14, 2024
MFM. Dom & Sub. Mafia Family. Revenge.
This part of the story picks up after a wedding that is interrupted by gunfire. The war is ready to play out. But all of this drama brings Mags demons to light. Can their little family survive it all?
I think some people forget that Ethan is the youngest son of a Mafia Don. Most Mafia stories are about the eldest son. Let's be realistic about that, the youngest always have different treatment. I truly love this story. The why-choose element makes it even better. The men in this trio are dominant, especially Ethan. Ashlee is mouthy, but she still likes to submit to her men.
The only thing I would have changed was to reduce the number of times the descriptive phrase “the air crackled with” was used.
My introduction to Jess Peters was her Explicit Dom series; therefore, I am familiar with her work. I love the way she writes about doms and subs. It may not be everyone's cup of tea but it is her niche and mine too.
This part of the story picks up after a wedding that is interrupted by gunfire. The war is ready to play out. But all of this drama brings Mags demons to light. Can their little family survive it all?
I think some people forget that Ethan is the youngest son of a Mafia Don. Most Mafia stories are about the eldest son. Let's be realistic about that, the youngest always have different treatment. I truly love this story. The why-choose element makes it even better. The men in this trio are dominant, especially Ethan. Ashlee is mouthy, but she still likes to submit to her men.
The only thing I would have changed was to reduce the number of times the descriptive phrase “the air crackled with” was used.
My introduction to Jess Peters was her Explicit Dom series; therefore, I am familiar with her work. I love the way she writes about doms and subs. It may not be everyone's cup of tea but it is her niche and mine too.
July 15, 2024
I was soooooo ready for this book after I read Captured! Caged is book 2 in the Dark Empire Series and the continuation of Ashlee, Ethan & Magnus’s story.
It was everything I’d hoped it would be and more! So action packed and full of lots and lots of amazing spice! Each of Ashlee’s men had past trauma that affected them in different ways and she was able to help them both so much. I loved seeing their growth throughout this book!
I’m very interested to see where the epilogue leads us in the next book. I’m pretty sure it will be Mario and Hannah, but imagine we will still get glimpses of Ashlee, Ethan and Magnus. I can’t wait!!
It was everything I’d hoped it would be and more! So action packed and full of lots and lots of amazing spice! Each of Ashlee’s men had past trauma that affected them in different ways and she was able to help them both so much. I loved seeing their growth throughout this book!
I’m very interested to see where the epilogue leads us in the next book. I’m pretty sure it will be Mario and Hannah, but imagine we will still get glimpses of Ashlee, Ethan and Magnus. I can’t wait!!
September 26, 2024
Intense struggle
Yes their love and relationship is not the political correct thing but its so hot and sexy I couldn't put either book down. I do hope there are more to come... Pun intended.
Yes their love and relationship is not the political correct thing but its so hot and sexy I couldn't put either book down. I do hope there are more to come... Pun intended.
July 19, 2024
Awe. Such as sweet smutty dirt book
February 26, 2025
I am loving this series, the love between the characters the ups and downs and the bit of spice makes it great, i just can't wait to start into the next story.
March 10, 2025
interesting
This is an interesting second installment of this series. Enough suspense and intrigue to keep one interested in the series. I can’t wait to read the next installment.
This is an interesting second installment of this series. Enough suspense and intrigue to keep one interested in the series. I can’t wait to read the next installment.
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