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Sometimes lives change with a single post…

Kathryn is known as Cherry Blossom by her online friends. Curvaceous and fiercely loyal, the forty-something finds herself in a unique place in her life… Enter Socrates, the online Dom.

His devotion to educating people new to the world of BDSM is something Kathryn greatly admires. Although she isn’t into kink, curiosity gets the best of her and she begins to correspond with the Spanish Dom.

One simple comment leads Kathryn into the passionate world of Dominance and submission where she uncovers truths about herself, and the incredible man she’s come to know and trust.

“It’s been my honor to introduce you to the woman you were meant to be.” ~Socrates

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First published January 24, 2014

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Red Phoenix

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Profile Image for Brandi.
11 reviews
February 2, 2014
FIVE HUGE STARS *****
Red Phoenix has done it again...
Not only is this story steamy , sexy, get your juices flowing mind buzzing HOT.
There are very important messages about several things in this story...
Dreamy sexy, Socrates really is a teacher of more than BDSM and the lifestyle.
READ THIS BOOK! .. if you ever had the slightest interest in BDSM, you need to know what this story tells you about it.
♥♥♥
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Profile Image for Tifferz.
289 reviews2 followers
January 27, 2014
Red, I don't know what to say. Socrates is every new submissive's dream come true. patient, kind, strong and handsome. And kathyrn has an amazing heart and great curiosity. Something that most authors forget to put forth when writing about a character new to the scene. she asked a lot of questions I would have asked. this book is very relatable and well written. I hope this is not the end of Kathyrn's story. :)
Profile Image for Marla.
63 reviews5 followers
January 26, 2014
I’ve melted to the feet of Socrates!!!!!!! With a huge satisfying smile!!! And I don’t want to move from there!!! LOL
I love how Red Phoenix’s stories get in touch with your feelings, get ideas in your mind and tingle your senses!! And you feel in love with the story characters for life! If this book was a bit more HOT I would have ended in fires!!!!
I bow before your talent Red Phoenix.
Profile Image for Becki.
175 reviews2 followers
January 27, 2014
I absolutely loved this latest Red Phoenix book. It gives some very sage advice to people who are interested in the BDSM lifestyle but don't know where to begin. Red Phoenix also gives pointers on how NOT to be taken advantage of. Kudos, Red.
6 reviews
October 7, 2018
I want to thank the author for writing this story. Precious little is written that portrays older women as vibrant sexual beings. Sometimes it feels like we are invisible and are expected to meekly accept our lot in life. The protagonist in this story is not quite 50 (she's 49) and has found the courage to explore new facets of her sexuality that had previously been ignored. Not only that, she has found someone who is willing to help her on her way and is also willing to offer her support in her ongoing journey. The characters are well drawn, believable and likeable. I came away from this book with a renewed sense of hope and self worth. Authors, take note. There are many women, like myself, that are yearning to read about someone we can relate to. Older women have the breadth of life experience that makes them compelling and sexy. I look forward to reading the next author that has the courage to buck the norm and leverage the assets of the mature woman.
Profile Image for Deborah.
971 reviews4 followers
July 14, 2015
Well done Red! I totally fell in love with the story. A middle-aged lady strives for something more and stumbles onto an online bdsm dom site- Socrates. This is absolutely believable. We watch as she goes from casual reader to online commenter to participant. You have a way of writing that just sucks us in and we can't do anything but jump with both feet! Such a fun time to be had! What else would you expect from a Red Phoenix book! I definitely would love to read more! Kathryn and Socrates created a pretty dynamic connection that felt tangible and real. I think it would be only natural they would seek out that connection again. One can only hope!

Profile Image for Teresa.
125 reviews1 follower
February 20, 2014
I Loved this story, I could easily relate to "Cherry Blossom"..and her needs and desires, just like in all of Red's books, she brings the characters to life and makes you feel as though you are part of the journey also. And Socrates *sigh*..he epitomizes the perfect Dom to me, He's Sexy, He listens to his subs and their desires, What I wouldn't give for one night with this man. I highly recommend!
Profile Image for Marla.
63 reviews5 followers
January 26, 2014
I’ve melted to the feet of Socrates!!!!!!! With a huge satisfying smile!!! And I don’t want to move from there!!! LOL
I love how Red Phoenix’s stories get in touch with your feelings, get ideas in your mind and tingle your senses!! And you feel in love with the story characters for life! If this book was a bit more HOT I would have ended in fires!!!!
I bow before your talent Red Phoenix.
Profile Image for Terri.
113 reviews2 followers
February 16, 2014
It was a Red Phoenix book of course it was awesome :)
and of course she leaves you wanting MORE
Profile Image for Lucretia.
393 reviews
April 26, 2014
This book was so goooooood~!!!! Red Phoenix steps it up...this book was educational, sexy, erotic, hot, fulfilling...WOW!!!
Profile Image for Susan.
915 reviews12 followers
December 9, 2025
Utterly Hypnotic Book

Kathryn is at a crossroads in her life at age 49. She’s seeking change - excitement - adventure. Along comes Socrates- amDom who performs live teaching online. The lessons this incredibly sensual man will teach her will have readers becoming a part of the audience as they experience her journey with her. And boy oh boy is this one explicitly world-shaking heart palpitating experience. Haven’t been so drawn into a story this deeply in many years. Thanks again Red.
Profile Image for Kathy Anderson.
5 reviews
December 4, 2022
Great Book

I loved this book. I've been a fan of Red since I read the the first Brie box set. This was a great start to her to what her career has become now. She has probably opened a lot of women up to the lifestyle of BDSM. Thanks for another great read for me. Thank you for all your books.
4 reviews
February 9, 2025
Best one yet!

Over the course of the last 30 or so days, I have read every book this author has written that is available through Amazon Kindle. Having thoroughly enjoyed each of them, this is the best one yet! I look forward to finding more books written by Red Phoenix to lose myself in.
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963 reviews
March 27, 2022
Blossoming Cherries?

She's intrigued by a website hosted by a Dom named Socrates. She lurked for six months before replying to an an answer that was given. It changed her whole mindset. Now she begins a whole new journey into BDSM!
Profile Image for Amy Barber.
895 reviews11 followers
October 17, 2022
Enjoyed

Slow start but then it became very intriguing. Loved having a Middle aged leading woman. Also like how it is an introduction into BDSM, educational for those not in or new to the lifestyle.
Profile Image for Ceej Chargualaf.
226 reviews8 followers
July 11, 2018
A fun, quick read! I absolutely loved it!

(More to come. No pun intended. )
Profile Image for Pinky Hewitt.
279 reviews
January 5, 2020
Fab

Short but very sweet. Great storyline with a unique look at how different people find their way into the lifestyle.
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17 reviews1 follower
January 18, 2020
Would recommend to a friend! I would love to see a new Socrates book in the future
Profile Image for Debi Williams.
2,787 reviews6 followers
November 7, 2025
Quick Read

This was a quick read. Red Phoenix brought a sweet read between a Dom and a submissive that meets online and then meets in person. No disappointments whatsoever
365 reviews3 followers
January 3, 2026
Waking

To talk with others and like minded individuals, is I opening. Kathryn to find a life of a new style as eye opening is wonderful. Whay is next for her?
Profile Image for Shayna.
1,812 reviews617 followers
February 20, 2014
As a HUGE fan of the Brie Series by Red Phoenix, I was extremely excited to read something new from her. I was deep in the middle of 'Red Phoenix Withdrawal,' and Socrates pulled me out, if only for a short time. If you are interested in the BDSM lifestyle, well, you definitely have to get this book ASAP! It's very instructional, and yet, there is a great story behind it.

❝ Before that day, I'd never realized the sensuous feel of opposing sensations - of fire and ice, of pleasure and pain. ❞

The book starts off in such a way, that you automatically feel like Kathryn, AKA Cherry Blossom, is talking directly to you, telling her your story. You feel her anticipation and desire, her curiosity and her willingness to try new things. Cherry Blossom was a great character, well-rounded, interesting, and very relatable. Pretty much through the entire book, my emotions mirrored Kathryn's. At times, she acted like a giddy school girl, and I found myself giggling right along with her. Excitement, trepidation, sadness, all of the emotions were there and ready for you to latch on and enjoy the ride.

As I mentioned at the beginning, Socrates Inspires Cherry to Blossom was a very good learning experience for someone who is new to the scene, or is just curious and interested in maybe learning more about the BDSM lifestyle. Even though this was only about 70 pages long, it was chock-full of juicy tidbits about the BDSM world. I found myself taking some notes of my own, and not just for writing my review.

I never doubted that Red Phoenix would disappoint at all. She always amazes me with her talent, and always gives her readers what they want and more. For those of you who would like a short, sensual, instructional read, this is definitely for you. Take the beautiful journey in to the world of Socrates. But be warned, it will be very hard to say goodbye to the 'Online Dom.'

*Copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
Profile Image for Michelle Bowman  / We Love Kink .com.
468 reviews23 followers
March 21, 2014
I LOVE RED PHOENIX !! I became hooked on her books when I first was asked to review Bree Learns the Art of Submission. Once I picked up that book there was no turning back ! With Socrates Inspires Cherry to Blossom the hotness just continues. I wouldn't necessarily call this an erotic romance, but there is diffidently the erotic aspect. But its not really a love story.

Socrates is a well respected on-line Dom that teaches the fundamentals of BDSM to many who want to learn. It doesn't hurt that he happens to be extremely sexy. SO he gathers quite the on-line following. Kathryn is a middle aged woman who goes by the pseudonym Cherry Blossom while she follow's the sexy videos the Dom airs. She starts learning quite a bit from the Dom and the videos peek her interest in the BDSM lifestyle and have her realizing that she has submissive qualities in herself. After a little while an on-line exchange starts up between Socrates & Cherry Blossom and he is always glad to answer any questions she may have about the lifestyle. Kathryn's fantasies come true when the Dom invites her to be in one of his web-cast BDSM scenes as his temporary submissive. And I just want to say I wish I was in her place during that scene!!!

Red did a great job addressing the many questions that those new to the lifestyle are likely to have. I also enjoyed the fact that the heroine was a middle aged lifelike woman. No young playboy model type for this book. Red really sucked me in with this one. I only hope that the story of these two isn't over and we get to read more about Kathryn's hunt to find a Dom and maybe even (hopefully) Socrates might fit into the future.
823 reviews
July 25, 2016
I received a copy of the book from the Author to give a truthful review.
I love Red Phoenix work and this one is no different. Even though this is a novel and was a quick read it was complete and an enjoyable read.
This takes you on a journey of a woman, Kathryn a/k/a Cherry Blossom, who after forty some years beginning to realize she could be submissive. She has been following Socrates, and online Dom, who teaches and guides those interested in BDSM in a safe online environment.
I could feel Kathryn’s emotions from the beginning when she was thrilled to receive the first reply from Socrates to the end with her giggling thinking of the message she left for Socrates. To be able to see her going from wondering if being a submissive could be something she could be interested in to realizing this was who she really is was amazing. I also loved how patient and caring Socrates was toward everyone when answering questions. Then to actually be able to see into his personal life was inspiring.
This was a great journey that Red Phoenix took me on I am so glad she shared it and cannot wait to see what journey she will choose to take me on next.
Two of my favorites from Socrates to Cherry Blossom:
“Do not shy away from the sensations I create, Cherry Blossom. Take pride in them, as I do. Do not censor yourself. Let go of that part of your brain and just be.”
“It’s been my honor to introduce you to the woman you were meant to be.”
Profile Image for Angela Ruble Scott.
421 reviews7 followers
February 9, 2014
This is my review for Socrates Inspires Cherry to Blossom by Red Phoenix for Eskimo Princess Book Blog @ http://eskimoprincess.blogspot.com/ .

Socrates Inspires Cherry to Blossom is another great short story from Red Phoenix. She is such a talented woman who has become one of my favorite authors. Socrates is about a woman, Cherry Blossom, who discovers an Online Dominant named Socrates. She is trying to discover who she is, and what she wants for her future. This online Dom has a huge following and even does online live shows with temp subs. Cherry Blossom has found herself in a rut. Will following Socrates help her get over the slump she has found herself in? Will he show her that she is worthy of a strong, handsome Dom’s attention? I don’t want to give anything away so I will just say that Cherry Blossom and Socrates have a wonderful afternoon together that will make your panties more than a little damp.

I love the way Red describes the scenes in her novels. She really has a way of making you feel like you are watching an actual scene in a club somewhere. Socrates Inspires Cherry to Blossom is no different. If you are looking for a great BDSM book from a submissive point of view, this book and anything Red writes would be a great choice for you. I will be recommending this book to others who enjoy gentle BDSM novels like I do.

I received this short story as an ARC from the author in exchange for my honest review.
Profile Image for Jennifer Robinson.
152 reviews4 followers
January 28, 2014
I am a huge fan of Red's and have not so patiently been waiting for this book to debut. I fell in love with Red's books just a few months ago. I devoured the whole Brie series in days. After finishing the Brie series I have to admit I felt like something was missing. Brie and Sir were so well written that I truly missed them, but I can easily see Socrates and Kathryn filling the void. I loved Kathryn's innocence and her bravery. To decide at 49 years old to become a submissive when you know very little about the BDSM community is very brave. I adored the fact that Kathryn aka Cherry blossom was not some young 20 something. Though I am a far cry from 49 years old I am no longer in my twenties and I don't mind admiting I get a little annoyed that the majority of females in Erotica seem to be in their early twenties. It is nice that Kathryn has some mileage on her.

Socrates was amazing. I wanted to volunteer myself to be a sub for his lessons, lol. No really I mean it!! I mean who wouldnt want a night with Don! I sense more to Socrates then meets the eye and hope there is much more of him in the near future. I hope with everything I have that this is a series that keeps going! I want to know more about Socrates and Kathryn...no wait.... I need to know more about them. LOL

Thank you again Red for another great book!
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1,822 reviews
February 23, 2014
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Ok I know I know I say this every time I review for Red but I LOVE HER!! She has the ability to make you a part of her story. She makes me feel as though I AM the main character.....annnnnd lemme tell ya I sure wish I was Cherry!! LOL

So this story starts out as a shy, curvy, middle aged woman is questioning herself. Is she a submissive? She found a BDSM online site run by Socrates. He also does online "sessions" with temperary subs to show the correct ways of the lifestyle. Well Cherry watches and becomes a bit of an addict to him. She begins a quick correspondance with him and they form a friendship or sorts. When Socrates asks Cherry to scene with him...she is over the moon excited. The scene is hawt, hawt, hawt and RAWR did I love it.

Socrates is a very deep and complex man. Cherry is a sweet, naive and willing student to all the lessons he is willing to share with her. I do have a feeling about his true intentions because of something he gives to her......sneaky sneaky Dom!! When the session is over, Cherry leaves and is ready to explore her new world. I cannot wait for more fro this serial.

Profile Image for Heidi Ryan.
309 reviews13 followers
August 13, 2016
Red Phoenix has a writing style that just draws you in! After reading her Brie series, I was uncertain where the tales would take the reader next. She can make any character she writes about burrow into your heart. In this tale, we find ourselves following along as Cherry Blossom owns her sexuality and begins exploring an on line Dom, and what he can teach her. At first she is just an observer, wishing she had guts like the women who volunteered to be in a scene that is webcast to anyone willing to pay the fee. Eventually, she begins communicating with Socrates, feeling comfortable asking him questions. At 49, she does not think she is as sexy as others. At first that is. Eventually, she decides to try to be the lucky lady he scenes with. It is an experience she will not soon forget. One thing Red does so well is that she shows her characters are more than what you might think. As you read on, you come to understand why each of them does what they do, what makes them tick. Every layer she peels back makes you hungry to find out what is underneath. As always, Reds books delight the senses, and they leave you with a smile or two on your face. There is nothing this writer can write that I won't pick up. A Brilliant storyteller weaving, yet again, a rich and rewarding read. If you like sexy tales, just go grab everything she has written. You will not be disappointed!
Profile Image for Cindy.
163 reviews1 follower
January 25, 2014
What an awe inspiring book!!
You begin getting to know Kathryn a forty nine year old woman who is just now discovering herself. She has been alone for some time now but has discovered Socrates. A man that is well known in the BDSM community and on his website. Kathryn first struggles with herself and her desires. Think that maybe she is wrong in how she feels and what others will think. She goes into hiding about what her desires are and what she wants. She learns to accept herself for who she is and not regret those feelings. She meets Socrates on his web page and begins a relationship of mentor and student. As she delves deeper into the BDSM communities she sees that these people are just like her just willing to accept themselves and be free spirited. Before long she is asked to scene with Socrates. During this scene she truly begins to understand and accept who she really is and is not afraid or ashamed of herself any longer. Kathryn is just discovering herself and is on her way of being the woman that she wants to be.
What an inspiring story of self discovery!!
Profile Image for Cindy.
163 reviews1 follower
January 26, 2014
What an awe inspiring book!!
You begin getting to know Kathryn a forty nine year old woman who is just now discovering herself. She has been alone for some time now but has discovered Socrates. A man that is well known in the BDSM community and on his website. Kathryn first struggles with herself and her desires. Think that maybe she is wrong in how she feels and what others will think. She goes into hiding about what her desires are and what she wants. She learns to accept herself for who she is and not regret those feelings. She meets Socrates on his web page and begins a relationship of mentor and student. As she delves deeper into the BDSM communities she sees that these people are just like her just willing to accept themselves and be free spirited. Before long she is asked to scene with Socrates. During this scene she truly begins to understand and accept who she really is and is not afraid or ashamed of herself any longer. Kathryn is just discovering herself and is on her way of being the woman that she wants to be.
What an inspiring story of self discovery!!
Profile Image for Badass Lioness.
375 reviews13 followers
January 5, 2020
Short, sexy, informative, and touching. Red Phoenix has created Socrates, a Dom with wisdom and great abs! Cherry, age 49 and single, meets him online and is a bdsm virgin. I really like that this sub is older, and that she is new to the lifestyle. The description of Socrates' live events with subs and later him meeting Cherry, blew me away. The sage advice of his to subs is excellent for anyone new to or currently in the lifestyle. I was pleasantly surprised by his career. I did identify with Cherry and her desire to try the lifestyle.

"Do not mistake arrogance for confidence.”

"If you get the feeling something isn't quite right, it probably isn't and you should investigate further."

Truly hot, sexy scenes...

"I had the potential to make Socrates lose control."

My only complaint is that I hope there is more. Don't leave me hanging, Red! I hope this turns into a series much like Brie.
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