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Pleasure House #5
Twisted Fates
“You feel too much guilt to ever lay a hand on me.”
“I’ll work through it.”
When Lindsay brought Shannon to the Pleasure House, it was to train and sell her, but he didn’t warn her about the lurking dangers.
She'd agreed to this arrangement. She wanted to belong to someone. But Lindsay wanted her to be his.
Three days into her stay, her life was forever destroyed by a sadistic sociopath.
Lindsay saved her life that day, but the scars from that day bind her to the house without a future. Now, eight years later, he’s saving her once again, only this time he's playing for keeps.
This is a dark menage captive romance and a standalone in the Pleasure House world. The books of the Pleasure House can be read in any order.
“I’ll work through it.”
When Lindsay brought Shannon to the Pleasure House, it was to train and sell her, but he didn’t warn her about the lurking dangers.
She'd agreed to this arrangement. She wanted to belong to someone. But Lindsay wanted her to be his.
Three days into her stay, her life was forever destroyed by a sadistic sociopath.
Lindsay saved her life that day, but the scars from that day bind her to the house without a future. Now, eight years later, he’s saving her once again, only this time he's playing for keeps.
This is a dark menage captive romance and a standalone in the Pleasure House world. The books of the Pleasure House can be read in any order.
346 pages, Paperback
First published September 17, 2019
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RUTHLESS DEVOTION: A dark stalker forced marriage romance:
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All Links: https://kittythomas.com/book/ruthless...
"If dark romance with obsession, danger, and just the right touch of chaos is your thing, Ruthless Devotion is a must-read. Aidan is intense, unhinged in the best way, and completely fixated on Maddie—yet somehow, you can’t help falling for him.”-Booksnliftsdiary, Goodreads
"Dark, Twisted, and Addictively Compelling.” – Good Booking Girl, Goodreads
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October 6, 2020
3.5 STARS!
September 17, 2019
WOW!! WOWOWOWOW! With each Pleasure House book I read, I am certain I found a new favorite. But Twisted Fates really IS my favorite! Shannon is by far my most favorite slave to date. She has that spunk that not even 190546593 cane lashings can get rid of. I was sure that when I read her little snippet in Broken Dolls that she would be a character I didn't think fondly of but oh I LOVE HER SO MUCH!
Lindsay...oh man, he definitely won me over. To be honest, he was the trainer I have liked the least out of all the men throughout the books. He just didn't have that sexy, smug, alpha-like quality I love in a good hard man...Until I read this book. I love the fact that he brought Damian into the mix. I have nothing bad to say about that man either.
Man, from the very beginning of the book I actually felt a deep rooted pain for Shannon. I felt her loneliness reach out to me through the pages and I was so happy when she let her guard down and let go of her anger towards Lindsay..Last but not least, Brian. I said in his book that he was my favorite and ya know what, even though he did a pretty big asshole move in this book, he is STILL my favorite. I love that sicko! Kitty Thomas you are a genius and I cant imagine ever giving you anything under 5 stars. 5 star book for a 5 star author folks! Highly recommended! *Even though this is book 5 in a "series" they are each standalone books and can be read in any order!*
Lindsay...oh man, he definitely won me over. To be honest, he was the trainer I have liked the least out of all the men throughout the books. He just didn't have that sexy, smug, alpha-like quality I love in a good hard man...Until I read this book. I love the fact that he brought Damian into the mix. I have nothing bad to say about that man either.
Man, from the very beginning of the book I actually felt a deep rooted pain for Shannon. I felt her loneliness reach out to me through the pages and I was so happy when she let her guard down and let go of her anger towards Lindsay..Last but not least, Brian. I said in his book that he was my favorite and ya know what, even though he did a pretty big asshole move in this book, he is STILL my favorite. I love that sicko! Kitty Thomas you are a genius and I cant imagine ever giving you anything under 5 stars. 5 star book for a 5 star author folks! Highly recommended! *Even though this is book 5 in a "series" they are each standalone books and can be read in any order!*
September 15, 2019
While i was hoping for Shannon to finally see her fate twisted into something good,i never dared hope it would twist into something this GOOD! Finally!
If anyone in the Pleasure House deserved it,it was Shannon and Kitty gave her everything and more!
Getting the ARC for this was such a treat! And all that for an honest review....
Lindsay,the House doctor,has been pussy-footing around Shannon for years.
Ever since Brian nearly killed her. Leaving her scarred,inside and out.
Shannon is so tired of “living” at the edge of everything....
Not owned. No play,no sex. Just...existing.
Wishing Lindsay hadn’t saved her. She hates him. For everything he’s done.
And one night,when she finally has taken that step,ending her misery,he stops that too!
Maybe he shouldn’t have kept his distance.
Maybe he should’ve claimed her all those years ago.
He sure is doing that now!
Not going to take the chance to lose her,no Sir...oops,no,Master!
Shannon is about to find out she can be owned.
That she dóes belong. But can she trust it to be exactly that?
Sharing her with his friend Damian seems easy for him,so....
Does he even care? Or is it all a dream?
I’m still there. In the Pleasure House. Enjoying Shannon’s Twisted Fates.
If anyone in the Pleasure House deserved it,it was Shannon and Kitty gave her everything and more!
Getting the ARC for this was such a treat! And all that for an honest review....
Lindsay,the House doctor,has been pussy-footing around Shannon for years.
Ever since Brian nearly killed her. Leaving her scarred,inside and out.
Shannon is so tired of “living” at the edge of everything....
Not owned. No play,no sex. Just...existing.
Wishing Lindsay hadn’t saved her. She hates him. For everything he’s done.
And one night,when she finally has taken that step,ending her misery,he stops that too!
Maybe he shouldn’t have kept his distance.
Maybe he should’ve claimed her all those years ago.
He sure is doing that now!
Not going to take the chance to lose her,no Sir...oops,no,Master!
Shannon is about to find out she can be owned.
That she dóes belong. But can she trust it to be exactly that?
Sharing her with his friend Damian seems easy for him,so....
Does he even care? Or is it all a dream?
I’m still there. In the Pleasure House. Enjoying Shannon’s Twisted Fates.
September 16, 2019
This was a twisted, crazy read that sucked me in from the start. I have only read Broken Dolls in this series and its been a minute since I have read that one. I am definitely going to have to go back and start from book one. I know Kitty states these can be read as stand alones but I think they should all be read before you read this one. I can't remember why Brian hated Lindsey and Shannon so much so I really wanted to throat punch him though out this book. I felt so sorry for Shannon, she was so lonely and depressed. I wasn't sure how Lindsey knew Damian but I loved his character. I did understand why Lindsey brought him in and I think Damian really needed it also. I was glad to see they all three got a hmue (happy messed up ending). Thank you Kitty for the ARC and I will be going back and starting from the beginning. :)
April 11, 2024
Loved it. This book teetered on the edge of wrong and definitely strayed into the realms of morally dubious.
Be careful reading reviews as there is a hidden twist in this book that really is best read 'blind'. I'm not going to refer to it again but be VERY careful of others providing unintentional spoilers!!! My other warning is that once I started reading this I couldn't put it down until I'd finished it, regardless of the time of night or the fact I should be working.
Even though there are previous books in the series, this was 100% readable as a stand alone story. Indeed I have at least one other Pleasure House book on my kindle but read this as the BOTM over in the Dark Erotica group. There wasn't one instance of me struggling to understand or follow the book, and spoilers were really kept to a minimum too.
Kitty Thomas wrote an amazing story, one that constantly reminded me Lyndsay wasn't all that much of a good guy. Just as I'd start viewing him as a hero, she'd throw in a quick reminder of his sins. This book took us on a journey of finding the path between what is good and righteous, and what a soul needs to flourish and grow. Shannon needs to be owned, she craves the security that comes with knowing she has a master to make the tough decisions for her.
Giving up her freedom and independence to be the property of someone feels so wrong but you can also see that it is the only way she can ever be happy. My heart and mind battled around this one so much, but in the very best of ways. I found myself dwelling in the grey zone of dubious consent and consensual non-consent, and boy I loved every moment of it. It was little easy-to-miss touches, like her freedom on Fridays, that really bought this home.
Shannon and Lyndsay have the most unconventional of relationships. Their history is littered with heart ache, pain, regret and sorrow and yet together they are perfection. With a chemistry that is off the charts, the author treats us to some delightfully depraved and blisteringly hot kink scenes between this pair.
I loved how this pair loved, with a quiet fierceness, though I did get quite worried at one point that the author was going to take it all away from me. However through loving Lyndsay, Shannon found the strength she'd previously lacked. The strength to make the toughest of decisions and to fight for the future she wanted.
I can't recommend this book enough. It dabbles in darkness without going too far, it will mess with your head repeatedly and it is so hot it puts the sun to shame. I just need to read the rest of them now.
Be careful reading reviews as there is a hidden twist in this book that really is best read 'blind'. I'm not going to refer to it again but be VERY careful of others providing unintentional spoilers!!! My other warning is that once I started reading this I couldn't put it down until I'd finished it, regardless of the time of night or the fact I should be working.
Even though there are previous books in the series, this was 100% readable as a stand alone story. Indeed I have at least one other Pleasure House book on my kindle but read this as the BOTM over in the Dark Erotica group. There wasn't one instance of me struggling to understand or follow the book, and spoilers were really kept to a minimum too.
Kitty Thomas wrote an amazing story, one that constantly reminded me Lyndsay wasn't all that much of a good guy. Just as I'd start viewing him as a hero, she'd throw in a quick reminder of his sins. This book took us on a journey of finding the path between what is good and righteous, and what a soul needs to flourish and grow. Shannon needs to be owned, she craves the security that comes with knowing she has a master to make the tough decisions for her.
Giving up her freedom and independence to be the property of someone feels so wrong but you can also see that it is the only way she can ever be happy. My heart and mind battled around this one so much, but in the very best of ways. I found myself dwelling in the grey zone of dubious consent and consensual non-consent, and boy I loved every moment of it. It was little easy-to-miss touches, like her freedom on Fridays, that really bought this home.
Shannon and Lyndsay have the most unconventional of relationships. Their history is littered with heart ache, pain, regret and sorrow and yet together they are perfection. With a chemistry that is off the charts, the author treats us to some delightfully depraved and blisteringly hot kink scenes between this pair.
I loved how this pair loved, with a quiet fierceness, though I did get quite worried at one point that the author was going to take it all away from me. However through loving Lyndsay, Shannon found the strength she'd previously lacked. The strength to make the toughest of decisions and to fight for the future she wanted.
I can't recommend this book enough. It dabbles in darkness without going too far, it will mess with your head repeatedly and it is so hot it puts the sun to shame. I just need to read the rest of them now.
October 9, 2019
This was a really good BDSM read that I loved. Shannon Foster's life changed when she met Dr. Lindsay Smith who is a kink friendly psychiatrist and he took her to the house. The house is a place where woman are trained and sold as sex slave they all agree to it. Shannon has been through a lot she was beaten and almost killed by the resident psychopath Brian when she first came to the house. Shannon blames the doctor for being her to the house and she hates him. After being here for 8 years Shannon decides to take her own life and it makes him realize that she needs him he wanted her 8 years ago and he wants her now and he begins training her again. This was a really good read with some really good scenes and one of them was when Dr. Lindsay was teaching the new trainers how to pleasure a woman it was really hot the author needs to put out a manual. When Brian strikes again Lindsay tires to push her away but Shannon wasn't going for it and she gained a lot of respect for what she did to get back to her master. The book took a surprising turn that I didn't see coming in the form of a menage. I have read this author before and she writes some really good BDSM. This book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling. I am looking forward to reading more books in this series.
September 16, 2019
5 deliciously dark stars!
This freaking book! I don't know where to start. What an absolute mind fuck. Seriously. One of the best Kitty Thomas books I've read and definitely one of the best in the Pleasure House series, second only to Pretty Lies.
First of all I really liked Shannon. She was brave and strong but not remotely bratty, the perfect sub essentially. I seriously admire Shannon and the journey she went through, I was throughly invested in her happy ending.
I loved Lindsay, which really surprised me. He was stern and caring, a really great combination. He obviously adored Shannon and I love the arrangements he made to ensure her continued happiness. He gave her the perfect life, he's definitely a good egg.
Damian. Where to even start! He's just yum. He's playful where Lindsay is stern and provides a perfect balance. I'm so glad he's there for Shannon. I think together they can offer Shannon everything she needs emotionally.
Overall, this was an amazing journey. This book made me yell, cry and throw the Kindle. It was a hell of a ride and is one of my favourite Kitty books to date.
*I received an ARC of this book from the author*.
This freaking book! I don't know where to start. What an absolute mind fuck. Seriously. One of the best Kitty Thomas books I've read and definitely one of the best in the Pleasure House series, second only to Pretty Lies.
First of all I really liked Shannon. She was brave and strong but not remotely bratty, the perfect sub essentially. I seriously admire Shannon and the journey she went through, I was throughly invested in her happy ending.
I loved Lindsay, which really surprised me. He was stern and caring, a really great combination. He obviously adored Shannon and I love the arrangements he made to ensure her continued happiness. He gave her the perfect life, he's definitely a good egg.
Damian. Where to even start! He's just yum. He's playful where Lindsay is stern and provides a perfect balance. I'm so glad he's there for Shannon. I think together they can offer Shannon everything she needs emotionally.
Overall, this was an amazing journey. This book made me yell, cry and throw the Kindle. It was a hell of a ride and is one of my favourite Kitty books to date.
*I received an ARC of this book from the author*.
February 26, 2022
This is what "dark" is now synonymous with in these books: psychopathic men who nearly kill women or actually do kill women and suffer no consequences. Of course, they never kill the MFC -- perhaps because that would be...horrible? Or cause the book to end?
I would like to read a book in which "dark" is synonymous with the woman getting her revenge by enacting the same kind of treatment on the perpetrator. Now, that would be a "dark" I could get behind. Interestingly, authors don't write that scenario.
The ending, where is probably the single most ridiculous ending in a genre that has more than its fair share of them.
BTW: From a purely capitalist viewpoint, if you're in the business of selling women, it seems to me counterproductive to then scar them so badly -- physically and mentally -- that they can't be sold; to keep on a man who does this to them (therefore putting more "merchandise" at risk); or keep the scarred woman in the house where other potential "merchandise" could see her and then try to escape. Seems to me that any of these scenarios would damage the bottom line, but, then again, logic is never the strong point in these books.
ETA: This is what Ms. Thomas says on her blog to justify the "darkness" in her books:
I'll leave it to you to determine how "safe and secure" Shannon has been all these years (as well as the women who have been murdered).
I would like to read a book in which "dark" is synonymous with the woman getting her revenge by enacting the same kind of treatment on the perpetrator. Now, that would be a "dark" I could get behind. Interestingly, authors don't write that scenario.
The ending, where is probably the single most ridiculous ending in a genre that has more than its fair share of them.
BTW: From a purely capitalist viewpoint, if you're in the business of selling women, it seems to me counterproductive to then scar them so badly -- physically and mentally -- that they can't be sold; to keep on a man who does this to them (therefore putting more "merchandise" at risk); or keep the scarred woman in the house where other potential "merchandise" could see her and then try to escape. Seems to me that any of these scenarios would damage the bottom line, but, then again, logic is never the strong point in these books.
ETA: This is what Ms. Thomas says on her blog to justify the "darkness" in her books:
If a story involves a woman who is absolutely and truly owned by a powerful male and she submits completely to him and obeys him and is his slave… and if he never frees her, does this excite you or repulse you?
If it repulses you, it doesn’t matter how “light” or “dark” it is, it’s not for you. If you think he should free her because he “loves her,” you aren’t the intended audience of the work. If you feel him keeping her is “safety and security” and makes you feel relieved, then you are.
I'll leave it to you to determine how "safe and secure" Shannon has been all these years (as well as the women who have been murdered).
September 13, 2019
I thoroughly enjoyed Twisted Fates, BUT, I have a confession – Until this book, I had completely forgotten who Shannon was. Lindsey of course I remember, but when it came to Shannon…WHO? Oh yeah, I do vaguely remember her. Just in case you are like me and forgot what had previously happened, don’t worry because there are enough reminders to bring you up to speed. I felt like this whole non-series series was building up to this book. Warning: Be prepared to have this overwhelming urge to want to go back and re-all the previous books that lead up to their story. The depths of emotions and situations run such the gambit, OHEMGEE what Shannon and Lindsey go through made it impossible to stop reading. Not to say I didn’t do a lot of giggling because I did. Snarks, giggles, sighs, heat…YOWZA! tears and edge of your seat Holy Shoot moments are fed to us.
Here are my true thoughts and feelings the whole time I was reading: Ooooo…Lindsey. ACK! Brian..and Mina! Oh shoot I need to back track. Julie and Annette...snickers. Oh Shoot! Damian – DROOLING! Hunter? Hunter who? Oh. Oh! OH SHOOT..Quill! Shoot shoot shoot!!! I need to go back. I need to read all the Pleasure House books. And The Con Artist. Just a peek. Who else is going to pop up? No! No! Keep going. Frack! Frackity frack! I hate you Kitty! This is amazing Kitty! GASP!!! BRIAN!!! You are the death of me Kitty! Damion-Lindsey-Damian-Lindsey. I can’t decide. FREAKING AHHHHHH!!!!!
My final thoughts on Twisted fates are Ms. Thomas at her finest. Now get this book and READ IT
Here are my true thoughts and feelings the whole time I was reading: Ooooo…Lindsey. ACK! Brian..and Mina! Oh shoot I need to back track. Julie and Annette...snickers. Oh Shoot! Damian – DROOLING! Hunter? Hunter who? Oh. Oh! OH SHOOT..Quill! Shoot shoot shoot!!! I need to go back. I need to read all the Pleasure House books. And The Con Artist. Just a peek. Who else is going to pop up? No! No! Keep going. Frack! Frackity frack! I hate you Kitty! This is amazing Kitty! GASP!!! BRIAN!!! You are the death of me Kitty! Damion-Lindsey-Damian-Lindsey. I can’t decide. FREAKING AHHHHHH!!!!!
My final thoughts on Twisted fates are Ms. Thomas at her finest. Now get this book and READ IT
September 12, 2019
I read the previous books in this series when they were individually released and they were all fantastic! Brian has been my favorite character but all the characters are amazing in their own way. As usual Kitty did not disappoint in this she said we would all love Lindsay. Of course she was correct I do love his character, than again like so many others I never hated him. I think the house needed him just like it needed all the other characters. Each character brought their own thoughts and personality.
Okay on with my thoughts:
After reading the other stories in this world, I could not wait for this book. It did not disappoint! This book is dark and twisted and perfect.......plenty of suspense to keep you riveted to your chair not wanting to put it down. It has a great plot, with characters well fit into the roles. If you want a Page Turner and not able to stop reading even though you have to get up early in the morning and you end up holding your breath as you are turning the page. This is the book for You. You just can't believe what happens and keeps happening. Kitty Thomas definitely has a gift of bringing the avid reader to the edge of their seat. The dynamics between the characters and the role they all play leaves you with lots of twist that keep you wanting more
My only wish his that we get to visit this world and these characters again.
Okay on with my thoughts:
After reading the other stories in this world, I could not wait for this book. It did not disappoint! This book is dark and twisted and perfect.......plenty of suspense to keep you riveted to your chair not wanting to put it down. It has a great plot, with characters well fit into the roles. If you want a Page Turner and not able to stop reading even though you have to get up early in the morning and you end up holding your breath as you are turning the page. This is the book for You. You just can't believe what happens and keeps happening. Kitty Thomas definitely has a gift of bringing the avid reader to the edge of their seat. The dynamics between the characters and the role they all play leaves you with lots of twist that keep you wanting more
My only wish his that we get to visit this world and these characters again.
November 2, 2019
Fantastically Twisted 4.5 stars
As with all dark reads this book may have triggers for some people. Shannon’s character arc was done well and the world building was only slightly lacking. This may be because it is the first book I have read based in this book setting. Looking forward to going back and reading Brian’s story to understand the dynamic between him and Lindsey.
As with all dark reads this book may have triggers for some people. Shannon’s character arc was done well and the world building was only slightly lacking. This may be because it is the first book I have read based in this book setting. Looking forward to going back and reading Brian’s story to understand the dynamic between him and Lindsey.
March 26, 2020
4 stars
absolute mind fuck after reading. its intense and emotional at times.
Shannon and Lindsay both were beautiful in a twisted way but adding in another man basically brought the story up another level.
absolute mind fuck after reading. its intense and emotional at times.
Shannon and Lindsay both were beautiful in a twisted way but adding in another man basically brought the story up another level.
February 2, 2021
Another amazing Kitty book, she is just a queen!
August 5, 2024
➵ 4.25 stars
Shannon and Lindsay were my most anticipated couple for this series and they definitely delivered.
I’d been extremely intrigued by these two and I’m so glad that they got a book. I think that the book happened at the perfect time and I thought that it was the perfect way to end off the series.
I’m so glad that Thomas introduced Damian later in the book. If any of the couples were going to through another person into the mix of the main couple I was so glad that it was with Shannon and Lindsay. I truly loved the dynamic between all of them and how it was developed.
Now the way I was attracted to these older men really should be illegal because I was truly unwell over them. And the ‘baby’ nicknames? I DIED.
While I didn’t love some of the third act conflicts in the other books I LIVED for this one. By far my favorite out of the series.
And while this is mainly an erotic series I liked the details the books had to do with mental health. While it didn’t revolve around it I appreciated the attention it paid to it.
“Brian had scarred her flesh. Lindsay could scar her soul.”
“She was still beautiful to him. Scars could never change that.”
“For her part, she felt like she'd been broken apart and put back together again, somehow less broken than she'd been for a very long time—because what she saw when she looked at that painting was someone who was beautiful in a tragic way, just like Hunter had said. For the first time she could see what others saw when they looked at her, and it wasn't something ugly and scarred.”
“She wanted to make her own choice about something. If it was a risk, so be it. If she could die, so be it. At least she was making her own choice for the first time in longer than she could remember. However foolish or dangerous, she wanted to make a clear and definite choice for what she wanted without any coercion, without any influence from anyone outside herself.”
Shannon and Lindsay were my most anticipated couple for this series and they definitely delivered.
I’d been extremely intrigued by these two and I’m so glad that they got a book. I think that the book happened at the perfect time and I thought that it was the perfect way to end off the series.
I’m so glad that Thomas introduced Damian later in the book. If any of the couples were going to through another person into the mix of the main couple I was so glad that it was with Shannon and Lindsay. I truly loved the dynamic between all of them and how it was developed.
Now the way I was attracted to these older men really should be illegal because I was truly unwell over them. And the ‘baby’ nicknames? I DIED.
While I didn’t love some of the third act conflicts in the other books I LIVED for this one. By far my favorite out of the series.
And while this is mainly an erotic series I liked the details the books had to do with mental health. While it didn’t revolve around it I appreciated the attention it paid to it.
“Brian had scarred her flesh. Lindsay could scar her soul.”
“She was still beautiful to him. Scars could never change that.”
“For her part, she felt like she'd been broken apart and put back together again, somehow less broken than she'd been for a very long time—because what she saw when she looked at that painting was someone who was beautiful in a tragic way, just like Hunter had said. For the first time she could see what others saw when they looked at her, and it wasn't something ugly and scarred.”
“She wanted to make her own choice about something. If it was a risk, so be it. If she could die, so be it. At least she was making her own choice for the first time in longer than she could remember. However foolish or dangerous, she wanted to make a clear and definite choice for what she wanted without any coercion, without any influence from anyone outside herself.”
September 17, 2019
Erotically Charged. Fantastic Writing.
•”They'd signed on to play this game. But even so, the house was illicit. Nobody left this place a free woman. You walked through those doors, and the next time you walked out was in a rich man's chains. There was no true out. There was no changing one's mind. There was no safeword.”•
I loved this book and I love the Pleasure House series with it’s ethically and morally twisted, deliciously kinky characters.😍
True to the style we expect and love from Kitty Thomas, this kinky mindf**k of a story focused on Shannon Foster, a submissive yearning for her own happily ever after. And a total head case. But a sweet, vulnerable head case that had me really liking and pulling for her.
•”She was a creation of these men, all these men. She was a creation of Lindsay, and Brian, and Damian, and even Hunter. And before that, the man who had broken her heart and led her to Lindsay's office in the first place. Was there even a single piece left of her that she'd created?”•
The gods of kinky souls may have had her waiting years for her story to begin, but when it did... Hallelujah! The angels poured more upon her than she could have imagined. A, be-careful-what-you-wish-for cause you just might get it, rained down upon her.
Not that it’s needed to follow this story, but I recommend reading Guilty Pleasures and Broken Dolls before Twisted Fates to get a better feel of the characters and their dynamics - it’s an awesome series, so why wouldn’t you want to?! Pretty sure you’ll be anxious to snatch up Guilty Pleasures after reading this if you haven’t already. I also recommend going into Twisted Fates blind; the less you know about this story, the more fun its twists and turns. :p
•”They'd signed on to play this game. But even so, the house was illicit. Nobody left this place a free woman. You walked through those doors, and the next time you walked out was in a rich man's chains. There was no true out. There was no changing one's mind. There was no safeword.”•
I loved this book and I love the Pleasure House series with it’s ethically and morally twisted, deliciously kinky characters.😍
True to the style we expect and love from Kitty Thomas, this kinky mindf**k of a story focused on Shannon Foster, a submissive yearning for her own happily ever after. And a total head case. But a sweet, vulnerable head case that had me really liking and pulling for her.
•”She was a creation of these men, all these men. She was a creation of Lindsay, and Brian, and Damian, and even Hunter. And before that, the man who had broken her heart and led her to Lindsay's office in the first place. Was there even a single piece left of her that she'd created?”•
The gods of kinky souls may have had her waiting years for her story to begin, but when it did... Hallelujah! The angels poured more upon her than she could have imagined. A, be-careful-what-you-wish-for cause you just might get it, rained down upon her.
Not that it’s needed to follow this story, but I recommend reading Guilty Pleasures and Broken Dolls before Twisted Fates to get a better feel of the characters and their dynamics - it’s an awesome series, so why wouldn’t you want to?! Pretty sure you’ll be anxious to snatch up Guilty Pleasures after reading this if you haven’t already. I also recommend going into Twisted Fates blind; the less you know about this story, the more fun its twists and turns. :p
September 12, 2019
This book was so good!! But I have whiplash from the way my emotions were played. I was smiling, happy and then had tears rolling down my cheeks. But don't let that comment stop you. The ending was all I could have hoped for and more. What a wonderful addition to the Pleasure House series. It was great to see the other characters showing up in the book. Also the couple from The Con Artist made an appearance, which also made my day, because I liked the point they seemed to be at in their relationship. Lindsay became a whole lot more real to me, as did Shannon. And then there is the yummy addition to the equation named Danian. Very well written book, with characters you loved and cared about. Oh, and Brian, the house sociopath, has a fairly prominent presence in this book. I'll let you decide if that is good or bad. I'm so glad Kitty decided to add this book to the series. I highly recommend it.
September 17, 2019
I have hated Lyndsay since we first met him. Actually despised him kind of hated. I am torn as to my feelings about him right now. I still don't particularly care for him, but... I dunno. I think he didn't come off all that well at times. I don't think he made the best choices for Shannon.
I have always felt sorry for Shannon. She had such a terrible thing happen and then she got stuck for 8 years. I don't blame her for feeling the way that she does. I would totally feel the same way.
I really was just devastated by this book and all the feelz it drug up. This may end up being my new favorite Kitty Thomas book because it's so intense. I loved each and every single word of this book. I couldn't read it fast enough or slow enough. I wanted to know what happened next, but I also wanted it to take forever so that I would never be done with it.
I have always felt sorry for Shannon. She had such a terrible thing happen and then she got stuck for 8 years. I don't blame her for feeling the way that she does. I would totally feel the same way.
I really was just devastated by this book and all the feelz it drug up. This may end up being my new favorite Kitty Thomas book because it's so intense. I loved each and every single word of this book. I couldn't read it fast enough or slow enough. I wanted to know what happened next, but I also wanted it to take forever so that I would never be done with it.
September 15, 2019
This was twisted, nerve wracking, exciting and so hot and sexy
December 2, 2020
As usual this story was 5 stars! I loved Shannon, Lindsay and even Damian. *I read this a while ago and thought I reviewed it* will go into detail again later
November 20, 2020
Twisted Fates gives us Shannon and Lindsay's story. And what a delectable story it was.
It ran through all of the emotions, fear, lust, anger, and happiness.
I loved Damian! He was a great addition to this story. And I absolutely loved the appearance of Quill and Saskia!
Brian has somewhat redeemed himself with me in this one, still not a fan of him!
Wonderful story! Spectacular Series!
It ran through all of the emotions, fear, lust, anger, and happiness.
I loved Damian! He was a great addition to this story. And I absolutely loved the appearance of Quill and Saskia!
Brian has somewhat redeemed himself with me in this one, still not a fan of him!
Wonderful story! Spectacular Series!
September 16, 2019
Kitty Thomas has opened up a whole new world for me. Please keep in mind that I haven't read the rest of the Pleasure House series but Guilty Pleasures. I haven't read Brian's story and although he's a huge part of the story in this book, Kitty Thomas managed to tell what need to be told in this book.
The heroine, Shannon, has experienced a very traumatic experience in her past and hasn't moved on at all. She somehow twistedly blame Lindsay for that one tragic moment and hated him ever since.
Dr. Lindsay Smith, the house's resident doctor, used to be Shannon's kink-friendly shrink before her tume in the house. He was the one who introduced her to that world but the good doctor somehow failed Shannon in the worst way possible.
Now the dynamic of these two characters was well played out by the author. One carrying the shame and the other making blame. But between this awkward tension between them, the story played out where these two had met in the middle, collided and just gelled well together. You would see their dynamics in each scene and the power of trust between a master and his pet carefully illustrated in the story.
There were lots of kinks, intriguing back stories (it's not boring, trust me), dungeons and dirty, dirty shenanigans between pets and masters.
Ownership is something you wouldn't feel ashamed of with the way the author laid out this story. There was a relief knowing how the house operates the business and how well do they screen everything.
There is also an additional bonus added to the story. He will olay a huge part in the book. He's so delicious and very kinky as well. You would enjoy him! I am so glad at what Kitty Thomas did. Like, she spoil her readers big time!
Over all, I loved how Shannon reclaim her strength back. How she did not coward and face and go after what she truly wanted. She never lose the fight inside her after everything and I'm so happy she get to have a happy ending for her!
**ARC provided by the author. All thoughts and opinions are mine and never influenced by the author.
The heroine, Shannon, has experienced a very traumatic experience in her past and hasn't moved on at all. She somehow twistedly blame Lindsay for that one tragic moment and hated him ever since.
Dr. Lindsay Smith, the house's resident doctor, used to be Shannon's kink-friendly shrink before her tume in the house. He was the one who introduced her to that world but the good doctor somehow failed Shannon in the worst way possible.
Now the dynamic of these two characters was well played out by the author. One carrying the shame and the other making blame. But between this awkward tension between them, the story played out where these two had met in the middle, collided and just gelled well together. You would see their dynamics in each scene and the power of trust between a master and his pet carefully illustrated in the story.
There were lots of kinks, intriguing back stories (it's not boring, trust me), dungeons and dirty, dirty shenanigans between pets and masters.
Ownership is something you wouldn't feel ashamed of with the way the author laid out this story. There was a relief knowing how the house operates the business and how well do they screen everything.
There is also an additional bonus added to the story. He will olay a huge part in the book. He's so delicious and very kinky as well. You would enjoy him! I am so glad at what Kitty Thomas did. Like, she spoil her readers big time!
Over all, I loved how Shannon reclaim her strength back. How she did not coward and face and go after what she truly wanted. She never lose the fight inside her after everything and I'm so happy she get to have a happy ending for her!
**ARC provided by the author. All thoughts and opinions are mine and never influenced by the author.
November 2, 2019
4.5 stars
Review originally posted at BooksOfMyHeart.net.
I can’t believe we are on to book five of a series that wasn’t originally supposed to be a series at all. I remember reading about Lindsay, the psychiatrist who starts women on their path to house. He was never my favorite of the trainers, but wow, his training scene was hot in Guilty Pleasures. So, needless to say, I was excited to hear his story.
Shannon might be Lindsay’s biggest regret. He brought her to the house way too soon. And just a few days in the house, she makes Brian angry (protip: never make Brian angry, he is a literal psychopath, see Broken Dolls). Brian did his worse and then she is unable to be sold because of the physical scars he left. While those scars are bad, the mental scars are just as bad. Shannon is working at the spa in the house, but just making it through day to day. Not really living.
I had a great time with this addition to the Pleasure House series. This has been a really fun series. Lindsay is an interesting character and it was great to finally get his story. Shannon is also a great character and I enjoyed getting to know her. I would also be remiss if I didn’t mention Ralph, Lindsay’s filthy mouthed African Grey Parrot.
It was too quiet when he reached the bedroom. “Shannon?”
“You’re a very dirty girl. Do you know what I want to do with this body?” the bird squawked.
“Shut up, Ralph.” He should have kept that goddamned bird at the office.
If you like hard core BDSM and sharing of partners, this is a fun series. You can read any of the books in whatever order you would like, though I think series order (which isn’t chronological order) would be my favorite way to read it. And all the books are just as hot. Highly recommended.
Trigger Warning: suicide attempt
**Book was provided to me by the author. This review is my opinion and was not requested or provoked in anyway by the author.
Review originally posted at BooksOfMyHeart.net.
I can’t believe we are on to book five of a series that wasn’t originally supposed to be a series at all. I remember reading about Lindsay, the psychiatrist who starts women on their path to house. He was never my favorite of the trainers, but wow, his training scene was hot in Guilty Pleasures. So, needless to say, I was excited to hear his story.
Shannon might be Lindsay’s biggest regret. He brought her to the house way too soon. And just a few days in the house, she makes Brian angry (protip: never make Brian angry, he is a literal psychopath, see Broken Dolls). Brian did his worse and then she is unable to be sold because of the physical scars he left. While those scars are bad, the mental scars are just as bad. Shannon is working at the spa in the house, but just making it through day to day. Not really living.
I had a great time with this addition to the Pleasure House series. This has been a really fun series. Lindsay is an interesting character and it was great to finally get his story. Shannon is also a great character and I enjoyed getting to know her. I would also be remiss if I didn’t mention Ralph, Lindsay’s filthy mouthed African Grey Parrot.
It was too quiet when he reached the bedroom. “Shannon?”
“You’re a very dirty girl. Do you know what I want to do with this body?” the bird squawked.
“Shut up, Ralph.” He should have kept that goddamned bird at the office.
If you like hard core BDSM and sharing of partners, this is a fun series. You can read any of the books in whatever order you would like, though I think series order (which isn’t chronological order) would be my favorite way to read it. And all the books are just as hot. Highly recommended.
Trigger Warning: suicide attempt
**Book was provided to me by the author. This review is my opinion and was not requested or provoked in anyway by the author.
September 14, 2019
Another amazing addition to the Pleasure House world! I was super excited to finally read Lindsay and Shannon's love story and Ms. Thomas didn't disappoint. Those who are familiar with Pleasure House books met Lindsay and Shannon is previous installments. While we don't know much about Shannon aside from her tragic history in the House, Lindsay is a character who has had a fairly prominent role throughout most books. And his track record is far from pristine. But leave it to the author who made me fall in love with one of the biggest fictional sociopaths to turn my feelings about Lindsay on their head. Twisted Fates definitely gripped me from the start. This book had everything you would expect from a Kitty Thomas book, but also so much more! It had a depth of emotion, an internal struggle and a beautiful love story all while keeping the reader in suspense and anticipation. I adored Shannon and Lindsay together, but the added twist to their relationship is what really sealed the deal. Kitty Thomas bravely addressed the issue so many age gap romances choose to ignore. I loved Lindsay's selflessness and willingness to sacrifice for the woman he loves. There were multiple new facets to the doctor that we didn't get to see in previous books. I think I managed to love Damian just as much. Who wouldn't want a Damian as a master??? Of course you know that Shannon and Lindsay's story couldn't be told without Brian's involvement. I spent a lot of the book waiting for the other shoe to drop, and I wasn't disappointed with the resolution. Now for the cherry on this sundae, we get to catch up with Saskia and Quill from The Con Artist and see how their relationship developed. It wouldn't be a Kitty Thomas book without a lot of steam and kinky exploits. The writing was as, always, flawless and engaging. Definitely recommend this book to all fans of Kitty Thomas' work as well as those curious to check it out!
July 15, 2022
With the final book, Lindsay and Brian both get redeemed in my eyes. Neither of them will ever be good men, but they are thinking beyond profit or revenge for once.
Shannon has lived eight lonely years in the Pleasure House with no future other than to be an indentured servant. She hates and is fearful of Brian, rightly so, but her true hatred is directed towards Lindsay. Brian had hurt her bad enough, that all Lindsay had to do was let her die. Instead he left her with both physical and mental scars that never healed. Lindsay feels extreme guilt for what happened to Shannon, it was his fault for not warning her about Brian. So he stayed away from her, for years. The story begins with Shannon taking her pill horde and deciding she has had enough. Unfortunately, Lindsay is the one who finds her and saves her again. From that point on he decides she is his. He goes to great lengths to build her trust and plan for a time when he won't be in her life (because of the age gap).
Oh, and I love Damian! Based off of the first book, I was way off base on Lindsay's k!nks. Well, Damian (or Gabe, he is still my favorite) can have my @ss any day! 😉
There is still more drama with Brian and Lindsay, but in the end Shannon gets what she wants in the form of two Masters that love her.
I know Kitty's muse has changed, but I would come back to this world in a heartbeat if Jack or some other character (Jake) got their own story.
Shannon has lived eight lonely years in the Pleasure House with no future other than to be an indentured servant. She hates and is fearful of Brian, rightly so, but her true hatred is directed towards Lindsay. Brian had hurt her bad enough, that all Lindsay had to do was let her die. Instead he left her with both physical and mental scars that never healed. Lindsay feels extreme guilt for what happened to Shannon, it was his fault for not warning her about Brian. So he stayed away from her, for years. The story begins with Shannon taking her pill horde and deciding she has had enough. Unfortunately, Lindsay is the one who finds her and saves her again. From that point on he decides she is his. He goes to great lengths to build her trust and plan for a time when he won't be in her life (because of the age gap).
Oh, and I love Damian! Based off of the first book, I was way off base on Lindsay's k!nks. Well, Damian (or Gabe, he is still my favorite) can have my @ss any day! 😉
There is still more drama with Brian and Lindsay, but in the end Shannon gets what she wants in the form of two Masters that love her.
I know Kitty's muse has changed, but I would come back to this world in a heartbeat if Jack or some other character (Jake) got their own story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 4, 2020
i have really mixed emotions about this book, and i loved it! lindsay was never really my most loved character but i’m pretty sure i said that about every single one, and then ended up loving them anyway. so i went in happy to read but with no real desires for how i wanted the story to go. how wrong i was! once damian got involved, i found myself getting horrendously protective over lindsay! it genuinely got me riled up with how the story was panning out, which i suppose is what makes a great book (and probably partly i am also slightly obsessed with this house and everyone in it) - i actually don’t think ive ever been so in love with so many characters from a series 😍
i’m SO glad shannon finally got some attention and love that she deserved, having seen her only a little bit in all the other books. somehow this book made me /almost/ dislike brian again, but he was safely redeemed! i really enjoyed seeing a more vulnerable side to lindsay, and overall i am truly gutted this series has ended!
i’m SO glad shannon finally got some attention and love that she deserved, having seen her only a little bit in all the other books. somehow this book made me /almost/ dislike brian again, but he was safely redeemed! i really enjoyed seeing a more vulnerable side to lindsay, and overall i am truly gutted this series has ended!
September 12, 2019
I choked down Twisted Fates in less than 24 hours; what can I say, once I picked it up I just couldn't put it down. Admittedly, I had been quite desperate for a long time to see Shannon's story line resolved (so needless to say, when I got my hands on this book it was on!
Without giving a whole lot away, Shannon had obviously been living in a sort of limbo for a while, living with both the physical and mental scars inflicted upon her by Brian, before Lindsay, once again, steps in to save her. This story is very much one of redemption (for Lindsay) and hope (for Shannon), giving both the opportunity to move forward together (along with one super hot addition, Damian).
If you're a fan of the Pleasure House universe, Twisted Fates is a MUST.
Without giving a whole lot away, Shannon had obviously been living in a sort of limbo for a while, living with both the physical and mental scars inflicted upon her by Brian, before Lindsay, once again, steps in to save her. This story is very much one of redemption (for Lindsay) and hope (for Shannon), giving both the opportunity to move forward together (along with one super hot addition, Damian).
If you're a fan of the Pleasure House universe, Twisted Fates is a MUST.
September 13, 2019
OMG!! I absolutely loved this story of Shannon & Lindsay, and a big hello to Mr Damien Brand. Without spoilers, this is a story of new life for both main characters. Shannon had faded and couldn’t see a way forward or even trust any good that came her way. Lindsay realises what a disconnected idiot he has been where Shannon and both of their feeling are concerned. It’s beautiful to see how he builds a new world for them both and his forward planning is such a sweet thing to do.
Look out for the parrot, he is hilarious.
This has to be one of the best Kitty stories I have read. Beautifully written, fast-paced with vibrant characters. And that lovely Twisted HEA!
Look out for the parrot, he is hilarious.
This has to be one of the best Kitty stories I have read. Beautifully written, fast-paced with vibrant characters. And that lovely Twisted HEA!
September 12, 2019
I won't go into detail and to not give spoilers but this is What I can say. What an emotional ride, I absolutely love how Kitty Thomas writes such a discripted story to where you feel like your actually there standing in the shadows watching. I felt Shanon's pain so deeply that I cried for her. I read this book in one night and can't stop thinking about it.
October 19, 2025
I've come to the conclusion that this is just not for me. I liked some of the previous books, but this whole dynamic gives me the ick.
Shannon has no personality aside from her scars and being horny and Lindsay gave me the creeps. He's supposed to be a doctor and therapist but he's manipulative, abusive (see his treatment of other women in other books) and seems to have made everything about him and his pleasure. this dude has SUCH a frickin god complex. Everyone is about him and his guilt and his feelings and wants and Shannon is just some poor abandoned and abused girl looking for shelter and stability again. He does whatever he wants and never faces and reprocussions. ugh.
All the men (and women) in this house have failed Shannon and the abuse and ruination of her body was tragic. Brian literally almost killed her and no one batted an eye or even seemed to care about that aside from how she wasn't "sellable" and a liability. to make it worse, the way the men talk about her and how disposable she and all the women are is gross. the lack of consent is gross and the fact he's totally chill sharing her with other men without even have no a convo with her about boundaries is gross. Again, he feels he's in charge of everything and "he'll get old so she'll need someone to take her over" .... there's nothing hot or empowering about that to me.
Also, WTF Brian??? the last books made me think he was kind of redeemed and only "punishing" or killing people who deserved it. except here he is back to torturing innocent girls. and sleeping around of course. ughhh.
I'm not trying to kink shame and I've liked a lot of dark romance and kink stuff but this is just..... sad? idk.
Shannon has no personality aside from her scars and being horny and Lindsay gave me the creeps. He's supposed to be a doctor and therapist but he's manipulative, abusive (see his treatment of other women in other books) and seems to have made everything about him and his pleasure. this dude has SUCH a frickin god complex. Everyone is about him and his guilt and his feelings and wants and Shannon is just some poor abandoned and abused girl looking for shelter and stability again. He does whatever he wants and never faces and reprocussions. ugh.
All the men (and women) in this house have failed Shannon and the abuse and ruination of her body was tragic. Brian literally almost killed her and no one batted an eye or even seemed to care about that aside from how she wasn't "sellable" and a liability. to make it worse, the way the men talk about her and how disposable she and all the women are is gross. the lack of consent is gross and the fact he's totally chill sharing her with other men without even have no a convo with her about boundaries is gross. Again, he feels he's in charge of everything and "he'll get old so she'll need someone to take her over" .... there's nothing hot or empowering about that to me.
Also, WTF Brian??? the last books made me think he was kind of redeemed and only "punishing" or killing people who deserved it. except here he is back to torturing innocent girls. and sleeping around of course. ughhh.
I'm not trying to kink shame and I've liked a lot of dark romance and kink stuff but this is just..... sad? idk.
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July 1, 2023Still letting this one sink in. Hard to review. One thing that is inconsistent from the first book is that Lindsay was supposed to be all about loving anal and in this one he suddenly doesn’t care for it. Was he lying to Vivian when he told her that before to train her? Anyways, I have mixed feelings about the ending.
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