Daddy Demanding

Forbidden Pleasures Island #3

by Sadie Minx

He calls me his little doll. His favorite toy. His one true obsession.

For months, I’ve been unable to shake the feeling that someone was watching me. I assumed it was the police, tracking my illegal dealings in those dark New York alleys.

But it wasn’t a cop.

It was someone far, far worse.

He dresses me as he pleases. Forces me to perform for him and the other devilish inhabitants of this godforsaken island.

Whatever he demands, I give. Hoping that if I’m a good girl, maybe, just maybe this man I’ve come to know as Daddy will find it in his heart to return me home.

But with every passing day, I become less and less convinced that he even has a heart… unless you count the one I have reluctantly placed in his hands.

Genres: Dark Romance, BDSM, Erotica, Dark

237 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 9, 2025

Reviews

[secret · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’ll be honest I genuinely did not enjoy this book. I wanted to stop almost immediately, but I love this universe so I finished it so I could move on to the next book. Gideons story felt more like he didn’t care about Isabella as a person and only saw her as a doll. The other two actually loved their littles and wanted a little to love. Gideon should have just bought a fake doll. The pictures also made him appear more creepy than daddy. He BEAT her into submission and was jumping at the bit to severely hurt her the entire time she was there. Izzy is the first one I truly hoped would escape.

[‎‧₊˚ tashi ˚୨୧ ☾࿔*･ · Rating 2 out of 5]

this one lowkey made me sad

[Joy · Rating 1 out of 5]

Consent is important to me. I couldn't enjoy this book.

[Arin Baur · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read that’s impossible to put down once you get started I thought the others were dark but in my opinion this is in a way a different type he makes the other men look like they did nothing serious wrong! I can’t believe the links he took to get the talent dancer in all the books so far there is a lot cnc but with this one the independent lady is in a world of surprises in my opinion good and bad I love how passionate these men are in doing everything to make their girls feel feel to let all stress go and if anyone needs it it’s them. The ladies worn themselves down till there is hardly anything left Izzy is no different I love her strength in fighting for what she believes in she deserves so much happiness! She definitely is a great actress as well and makes things interesting both these main characters are perfect marches in many ways. I love the intense energy they give I was at the edge of my seat with this read it has so much steamy moments, inner tension to what the characters secretly need, funny moments, lots of action packed, unexpected feelings, unpredictable situations, new things to island and so much more! I can’t wait the next book each book makes me love this mess up series more and gives a tense to what’s to come! So many creative ideas these men come up I wish the next girl good luck!

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isabella aka Izzy is in bad shape. She has been paying for drugs and needs help. Gideon isn’t a nice man. He has watched Izzy sliding down that slope and now he is going to save her. Izzy isn’t his baby doll but if she has to act like it to be set free, she will play along. But the more time she spends with Gideon the more she wants the love and attention. Will she ever be that ballerina that she once was? Izzy started off having a plan to escape but as she slowly started to relax and meet the other two littles, it all changed. She was finding out more about herself. She loved watch she did but with Gideon, she had a family and someone that cared for her. I honestly, thought Gideon was a bit more of a stalker in the beginning but then it seemed he did cared about her. The “paci” she came to need to calm her was new. I thought he was going to force that but nope. The only thing that creeped me out was the stand. Juju always trying to push the envelope with Jasper kills me. Max is still over protective with Tori. I loved that the girls got to have a fun day. Who wouldn’t want to run through a toy store and get what they wanted. Evander is next. Not sure our little spy is going to like what she learns. And we still need to find someone for Cat.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read and wonderful addition to the series, Gideon and Isabella are a wonderful pair
Gideon has been looking for a little girl of his own and he has been waiting a great deal of time to find that special some one and it appears that this may now actually be the case. Gideon has carefuly been watching her for over several months and has been waiting for the right moment to take her from her current apartment and move her to the island.
Isabella is a ballerina and is in fact a part of the ballet Corp which is currently placed in New York and she has been providing illicit substances to the other dancers. Gideon decides that it is a good idea to take her to the island and he knows that he is going to be quite a shock for her, especially the changes he has in mind for her.
The actual interaction between Gideon and Isabella are absolutely fantastic reading, there were a number of unexpected things in this read and it is part of what make this such an interesting read and when she does finally decide to accept her as her Daddy you cannot help but be totally riveted.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.

[Rara Loves to Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daddy Demanding is the third book in the Forbidden Pleasures Island series, and it’s the darkest one so far. It includes common dark romance themes like non-consensual and dubious-consent scenes, so be sure to read the trigger warnings before diving in.

In this story, Isabella doesn’t go to the island by choice. Gideon has been watching her for a while, and when the moment feels right, he takes her to his private island—where he lives with friends who all want to live a very specific kind of lifestyle. Gideon is a man who usually gets what he wants, and what he wants is Isabella.

At first, Isabella struggles with her new life. The island is nothing like what she’s used to. But slowly, she begins to understand the rules and starts to find freedom in giving in. Over time, she grows to accept her place and even finds joy in being with Gideon.

One of the most talked-about scenes in the book is the “family dinner,” a unique rite of passage for every new babygirl. It’s wild, intense, and unforgettable—just like the rest of the island experience.

Sadie Minx brings the heat once again with this spicy, dark romance. Each book in the series gets better, and Daddy Demanding doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to see what the island has in store next!

[Terrin Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Obsession Level: Unhinged

I am officially feral. Sadie Minx has ruined me — and I liked it.

This series is everything a dark Daddy Dom romance should be: dangerous, depraved, dominant, and absolutely dripping with smut. The kink? Intense. The characters? Messed up in the best ways. The Daddies? Unholy gods of filth and control. I did not stand a chance.

Sadie Minx doesn’t write fluff. She writes obsession, degradation, torment, and chemistry so raw it leaves marks. Her men are possessive, punishing, and utterly unrelenting — and I am, unfortunately, into all of it. Even the kinks that aren’t normally mine? Still worked for me in these books. That’s how good she is. The way she weaves in psychological tension with heat? Perfection.

This is not your average daddy romance. This is dark romance with teeth. If you’re expecting sweet redemption or slow-burn morality, walk away now. But if you crave nonstop filth, power exchange, questionable choices, and twisted hearts — welcome to your new addiction.

⚠️ **Check your trigger warnings**. Seriously. These books go there. Sadie does not soften the edges — which is exactly why I love her.

**18+ only. Not for the faint of heart.**
But if you know, you know.
And if you don’t... go read it and come unhinged with the rest of us.

[ZJT · Rating 4 out of 5]

Definitely on the darker side, but oh so good...

Well, Gideon is absolutely a different sort of character. I liked him and was perturbed by him in equal measure, until Izzy realized she wanted what he had to offer. The island is a most interesting place and once the Little adjusts, they seem to enjoy their new lifestyle.

Izzy had the most difficulty adapting as she had the least knowledge of her wants and needs, previously being ultra focused on her career.

I had a few good laughs as she fakes to get out a situation, just landing her in a worse and more humiliating one. There is a lot of entertainment value as Isabelle finds an unknown freedom and pleasure in just being her.

I was amused by this story, Gideon had chosen carefully and wisely, although some of his methods could use some refinement. I can't wait to see how the next Daddy meets and brings his Little to this unique and wonderful island of perversion.

[Tanya Rae ~ TaSTy WordGasms · Rating 4 out of 5]

Daddy Demanding is the third book in the Forbidden Pleasures Island series.
This is Gideon Drake and Isabella “Izzy” Grace’s story.

Gideon has been watching Isabella for 2 years. Izzy is a ballerina with an eating disorder because there are no fat ballerinas. She has been paying for & selling drugs to help keep her underweight. In walks Gideon into her apartment and steals her away.

I enjoyed reading Daddy Demanding!


Rating: 4 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐

MMC and FMC: Gideon Drake and Isabella “Izzy” Grace
Dark: Yes, Check TW/CW’s
Type of book: Daddy Romance
Couple Type: MF

Reading Order: Standalone within Interconnected Series

-Daddy Devious - Maxwell Stone and Victoria Rose Finch
-Daddy Depraved - Jasper Blackwood and Juliet Blackwood
-Daddy Demanding - Gideon Drake & Isabella Grace

Series: Forbidden Pleasures Island #3

Ending Type: Can be read as a standalone HEA

Next: Evander Hawthorne in Daddy Dangerous.

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gideon has had his Little girl chosen for months and has been watching her carefully. When the moment is right, he takes her from her apartment in New York and takes her to the island where he plans to keep her. Isabella is ballerina and part of the Ballet, Corp in New York and her part-time job is supplying her fellow ballerinas with illegal substances, when Gideon takes her to his island, it is a big shock for her. I enjoyed the interaction between Gideon and Isabella, and although there were some things that were surprising, The best part of the story was that Isabella finally accepted her daddy and looked forward to her forever on the island. I enjoyed this story and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.

[Karon Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book three of this series is a bit different than the first two in that the hero and heroine didn't know each other prior to his kidnapping her and brining her to the island. Gabriel was obsessed with Isabella and truly thought he was saving her. She danced but never was able to rise above the corp, she'd gotten involved in with a drug dealer and it was only a matter of time before things got worse for her. Nevertheless, because they were basically strangers, I think it took a lot long for Isabella to accept her daddy and come to love Gabriel. She also had to come to accept that dancing in New York was over for her. She did start to enjoy her Little side and having fun with Juju and Tori, but boy oh boy did she get into trouble. Good HEA for Gideon and Izzy.

[Milliesbookcorner · Rating 5 out of 5]

The series just keeps being amazing! Three books in and the books just continue being better. Now don’t get me wrong, I loved Daddy Devious and didn’t think it could get better, then she writes Daddy Depraved and I loved that one too. Now Daddy Demanding and I’m just speechless! Even though it’s the same premise, Sadie minx manages to make such different stories with very different characters that still fit great together! And it really keeps things interesting as new things are added to the island. The book, just like the previous ones, is steamy, exiting, greatly written and sweet! I’m wondering how she keeps outdoing herself!

[Sofía · Rating 3 out of 5]

bueno confirmado mis favoritos siguen siendo Tori y Maxwell 💕 me gusta seguir leyéndolos aunque no son los protagonistas.
con Izzy y Gideon fue todo raro,, ella fue de las tres la que más le costó estar bien en la isla. siempre mintiendo y haciendo como que estaba todo bien aunque se moría de la tristeza también siento que fue la más manipulada para quedarse ahí :(
sé que ellos se quieren mucho pero no sentí tanto el amor obsesivo de las dos parejas anteriores, del primer libro a este fue bajando mí amor por los protagonistas los primeros siguen siendo superiores pero voy a seguir leyendo porque me encanta esta isla

[Mary Grace · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’ve read these a little out of order, I chose to skip this one and #4 due to being weary of the content. I read and loved #5 with Donovan and Millie so much, I decided to back track. However I HATED this one. The other stories there’s so much back and forth, tension, and ultimately tender (to me) romance (to me) and genuine connection (to me). This lacked….everything. No real connection. No real tension (except for my heart quietly breaking for Isabella) and no real romance. I love dominance and the act of owning and submitting as much as the next gal but this felt forced (no pun intended) and…..sad. Really freaking sad.

[Angela Nichols · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh boy oh boy. Gideon and Isabella steamed up these pages. I love how Isabella acted, how hard she tried to play long with this “monster”. I also loved how Gideon played the long game and didn’t immediately bust her chops and let her have her hope. Until it was finally enough. 🔥🔥 super steamy and super wonderful. Gideon absolutely adores taking care of his little doll and Isabella finds that peace that comes from handing over everything to him. Loved the story and can’t wait for Evander’s story!

I did receive an ARC and this is my honest opinion.

[Dee Dee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another Forbidden Pleasures Island outing

As with the first two books, this one follows the same course but while the others had dubious consent, this had no consent and was based on a kidnapping and forced compliance by the FMC. That fact alone cast a shadow over the DdLg dynamic. All kink should be based on mutual consent in my opinion. It doesn’t matter if she chooses it in the end. The other problem for me was the complete objectification of the “little doll” - she really was a human doll for her daddy. So, 3 stars and I’m being quite generous. Not my jam…

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yet another Daddy finds his Little Girl . The 3rd book in the series (helpful to have read at least Book 1 but not really a necessity), Gideon is somehow quieter but a bit more twisted than the previous 2 Daddies. Still, the story progresses at a good pace and ultimately the two find they are perfect for each other. It has been interesting to watch this family-made-by-choice grow and fit together. In a few ways, I found this one more intense/disturbing than the previous 2 as it starts with a kidnapping.

[Samantha Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Shh, little doll. You’re safe. Daddy’s right here. Daddy’s got you.” - words that sound so comforting and soothing take on a whole new meaning in this sizzling DARK book.

I’ve gotta admit this is my favorite book in the series yet! I loved Izzie and her daddy is absolutely delicious. That dinner scene y’all! I have no words. Just read the TWs before you start cause it isn’t just a “guideline” the author takes you to the edge of sanity and then pushes you off it.

I will have a massive book hangover.

[Amanda Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gideon and Isabella

This is the third book in the Forbidden Pleasures Island series. It technically could be read as a standalone but there is so much character crossover it really would be more enjoyable read in order. Gideon is a deviously patient Daddy who snatches Isabella. Their story is full of dub con so if that isn’t your cup of tea might want to skip this one. I personally really enjoyed it and the spice was early, hot and consistent. They also get an HEA after a bit of turmoil. The epilogue sets up the next book and I am very excited for that one.

[Foodiegirl · Rating 4 out of 5]

have always liked Sadie Minx, this book is slightly different and darker. You will love it. Gideon like the other daddies on the Island have their unique way of getting their little girls. Gideon is determined to keep Ballerina Isabella safe from the world and herself. Gideon knows a lot about Isabella his little girl. Isabella knows nothing about Gideon or why she is on the Island.
Soon she will about to learn how good little girls act and when your bad what happens. There's a satisfying HEA on the horizon for both.

[LeLe]

I didn’t know this book has age play. I’ve never read that before, so I’ve tried to have an open mind. Conclusion: it’s not for me. There were a couple of things that were problematic for me. First of all: I can’t imagine that someone chooses to do this 24/7. She is a ballerina and chooses to give this up to playing a child 24/7? This was very unrealistic to me. If they only do this kind of things outside of their ‘normal’ life, I would have understand it more. Also, there is no story, no relationship building. She is on the island and has go behave as a little and that was that.

[Silke · Rating 3 out of 5]

Daddy Demaning is the 3rd book in the Forbidden Pleasures Island series, but can be read as a standalone. While there are quite a number of events that are very similar to things happening in previous books, Gideon and Izzy's story is full of non-consent scenes which made the HEA harder to believe for me. I highly recommend reading the trigger warnings carefully! I received an early copy and am leaving this review voluntarily and honestly.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms. Minx what a dark Daddy/Little web you wove.

What a strange island Gideon has taken Isabella to.

Isabella is his little doll.
But ultimately, what's his game?

Will Isabella make it off the island?
Will her Daddy be with her?
Or will she live forever in the depravity of Gideon's island?

Whoa! Not for the faint of heart!

This is my first of the Forbidden Pleasures Island series!

I definitely need to read the others in the series!

[Margaret Corcoran · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading this hot, sexy and well written story. It reads so easily that I did not realise it was so long. There are lots of hot erotic sexy scenes. I recommend that the reader reads the warnings before falling into the lives of ballerina Isabella and obsessive Gideon. I loved all their interactions between all the characters. I received an advanced reader copy of this book and am leaving an honest review. I am so looking forward to the next one. I can miss another night's sleep.

[Dee H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gideon and Isabella are the 3rd story in this series and certainly as enthralling as the first two. These characters burn up the pages with their awesome interaction.
When Isabella finally accepts Gideon's unique care, she is finally free to have the peace and contentment she didn't realise she needed.
Please check out the triggers before reading but this is a strong, well crafted story that's a great read.

[Marybeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Please read the trigger warnings before you read this book. They are there for a reason! This is the darkest of the three books so far. Gideon has been watching his Isabella, and once he decides to bring her to the island, everything is a go. Isabella fights in the beginning, but once she starts to give in, she is happier. Their HEA is hard to understand, but it is there for them. I enjoyed the story even though it was hard to read in a few places.

[Sarah]

This is book 3 of this series and like the others if you love dark romance and dd lg this will be for you. This gives the non Connie vibes dark romance lovers wants with the caretaking and dominance/power exchange of ddlg k!nk.

This has:
K!dnapping
Small 💊 ing to make her sleep
Wanting to use her as a doll/still and somno
The shared scene they have all got
Less side character time
This h doesn’t fight as much she truly likes to be dominated and not need to think.
HFN

[Brianna Hooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Man I though Maxwell was the strict Daddy but he doesn’t have anything on Gideon! Izzy is adorable and though she internally fights Gideon on everything she learns to love him. Add in Tori and Juju with Izzy in the mix and you have chaos supreme! You don’t have to read the others in the series before this one but I would highly recommend. This is such a cute story between a Daddy and his Little girl.

[Angie Bowman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Forbidden Pleasure

Daddy Demanding is book 3 in the Forbidden Pleasures Island series and is Gideon and Isabella's story.
This book is not just a Forbidden Pleasure, the whole series has become my guilty pleasure.
I can't believe how the author comes up with something new every book (Pacifier anyone?)
After reading the tease of Natalie's story in the epilogue, I'm counting down the days till the book is released.