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Six Alarm Sexy #2.5
Handle with Care
A firefighter and his submissive wife face potentially life-threatening issues on their journey deeper into the world of BDSM.
Following a long-delayed honeymoon that saved their crumbling marriage, firefighter Dom Jamie Caldwell couldn’t be happier with how his wife and submissive is taking to the lifestyle. But when a scene triggers a bad reaction and Erica doesn’t use her safeword, Jamie wonders just how solid their bond truly is.
Erica is over the moon with her new relationship with her husband. Just months ago, they’d been on the verge of divorce, but now the future is bright—all thanks to the trust and honesty they’ve forged through BDSM. Everything they do is new and exciting… until it isn’t. And neither one knows how to move forward after Erica’s body betrays her.
When a medical condition turns everything they know upside down, can Jamie and Erica find a way to strengthen their fragile connection?
Following a long-delayed honeymoon that saved their crumbling marriage, firefighter Dom Jamie Caldwell couldn’t be happier with how his wife and submissive is taking to the lifestyle. But when a scene triggers a bad reaction and Erica doesn’t use her safeword, Jamie wonders just how solid their bond truly is.
Erica is over the moon with her new relationship with her husband. Just months ago, they’d been on the verge of divorce, but now the future is bright—all thanks to the trust and honesty they’ve forged through BDSM. Everything they do is new and exciting… until it isn’t. And neither one knows how to move forward after Erica’s body betrays her.
When a medical condition turns everything they know upside down, can Jamie and Erica find a way to strengthen their fragile connection?
143 pages, Paperback
Published January 6, 2015
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About the author
Kristine Cayne
27 books609 followersKristine Cayne is fascinated by the mysteries of human psychology—twisted secrets, deep-seated beliefs, out-of-control desires. Add in high-stakes scenarios and real-world villains, and you have a story worth writing, and reading.
The heroes and heroines of her Deadly Vices series, beginning with Deadly Obsession, are pitted against each other by their radically opposing life experiences. By overcoming their differences and finding common ground, they triumph over their enemies and find true happiness in each other’s arms.
Today she lives in the Pacific Northwest, thriving on the mix of cultures, languages, religions and ideologies. When she’s not writing, she’s people-watching, imagining entire life stories, and inventing all sorts of danger for the unsuspecting heroes and heroines who cross her path.
The heroes and heroines of her Deadly Vices series, beginning with Deadly Obsession, are pitted against each other by their radically opposing life experiences. By overcoming their differences and finding common ground, they triumph over their enemies and find true happiness in each other’s arms.
Today she lives in the Pacific Northwest, thriving on the mix of cultures, languages, religions and ideologies. When she’s not writing, she’s people-watching, imagining entire life stories, and inventing all sorts of danger for the unsuspecting heroes and heroines who cross her path.
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May 10, 2016
Great sequel to the Six-Alarm Series...Jamie and his wife, Erica, have made a lot of progress in their marriage. With the help of BDSM, their communication is much better, and both Jamie and Erica find what really meets their needs. Then Erica finds out she is pregnant. Erica is so afraid that they won't be able to continue what they have been doing. In her first trimester they find that she has a hematoma which could be detrimental to the baby if they continue their lifestyle. Jamie is determined to find out what they need to do. Luckily their physician is a Domme and she is able to talk with Jamie and steer him in another aspect of BDSM...Service. When he has Erica research it and how she wants to approach it, their love for each other and their baby couldn't get any stronger. This is a beautiful story of two people who had a rough start to their marriage 5 years ago, almost ending up in divorce. The earthquake changed everything when Jamie almost lost them all. BDSM has been Jamie's world before Erica and now he is back to the man he was with the woman he loves.
January 12, 2015
Jamie and Erica have climbed alot of really rocky hills, but somehow they've topped them all in a smokin' hot way.
Handle with Care gives us a look at Jamie and Erica's life after they decided that their relationship was worth fighting for.
Juggling jobs, a house, a 4 year old little girl, an impending addition to the family and keeping things hot in the bedroom are just a few of the problems that the couple deal with.
Not only is Handle With Care a smoking hot romance, it's also a lesson in how open, honest feelings and thoughts should be shared.
I was a little disappointed to not learn what the addition to the family is, but I'm sure Kristine will let us know in her own time.
Waiting for more
Handle with Care gives us a look at Jamie and Erica's life after they decided that their relationship was worth fighting for.
Juggling jobs, a house, a 4 year old little girl, an impending addition to the family and keeping things hot in the bedroom are just a few of the problems that the couple deal with.
Not only is Handle With Care a smoking hot romance, it's also a lesson in how open, honest feelings and thoughts should be shared.
I was a little disappointed to not learn what the addition to the family is, but I'm sure Kristine will let us know in her own time.
Waiting for more
July 21, 2015
I enjoyed this Novella, I thought it was important in learning more about Erica and Jamie's relationship and what their needs are and where their future is headed. I love all the characters in the six alarm sexy books but Jamie boy he's sexy, muscled and a hero in every sense of the word. Erica, I love her need to be in charge but also her need to serve Jamie and love how Kristine writes their learning each other again, their being close and being what each other needs both physically and mentally. These characters go through ups and downs throughout this series but love their reconnection and their deep love for each other in this book. 4.5 to 5 stars!!!! I cannot wait for the next book in this series which is Lover on Top with Chad. Cannot wait!!!!
August 4, 2019
More Jamie and Erica
This was a good follow up with Jamie and Erica. They have to navigate their burgeoning bdsm relationship when they discover sex is off the table for the time being.
This was a good follow up with Jamie and Erica. They have to navigate their burgeoning bdsm relationship when they discover sex is off the table for the time being.
November 16, 2022
Handle with Care: A Firefighter Romance: (side alarm Sexy Book 3)
The continuous love story of Jamie and Erica. At a demonstration of fire at a six club give by Jamie, Erica forgot her safe word. Now he want to know why? Ok story.
The continuous love story of Jamie and Erica. At a demonstration of fire at a six club give by Jamie, Erica forgot her safe word. Now he want to know why? Ok story.
August 7, 2020
Love the book!
This story is terrific,this series has been terrific. The way you work all your stories in is amazing. Thank you for your hard work on this book and it's series.
This story is terrific,this series has been terrific. The way you work all your stories in is amazing. Thank you for your hard work on this book and it's series.
March 9, 2017
This is a story of two people who had problems at the start of their marriage, almost ending up in divorce. An earthquake changed everything when Jamie almost lost everything. The book is all about the life style they choose to live, BDSM and how they incorporate it into their lives. I know nothing of the lifestyle but the characters are written so well, you can feel the love they have for one-an-other. The communication between them is also well written. I would like to read some more from this author.
May 22, 2016
Handle with Care (Six Alarm Sexy #2.5) by Kristine Cayne
3.5 stars
M/F Romance
Triggers: High risk pregnancy, M/s dynamic, 24/7 arrangement
I was given this book for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
This is another story regarding Jamie and Rickie. They find out they are expecting a baby, but this time around, Jamie is here and wanting to be an equal partner throughout. However, unforeseen conditions create problems for the newly budding BDSM relationship that Jamie and Erica find themselves loving.
This was just an OK novella for me. It was not as hot, and more about the development of a different type of BDSM relationship. Although I did enjoy this novella, I don't know if it was warranted a story of their own. Nothing was really resolved, we only learned that this was something they were going to try.
I do hope that more stories will answer some of the unanswered questions left after reading this novella.
3.5 stars
M/F Romance
Triggers: High risk pregnancy, M/s dynamic, 24/7 arrangement
I was given this book for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
This is another story regarding Jamie and Rickie. They find out they are expecting a baby, but this time around, Jamie is here and wanting to be an equal partner throughout. However, unforeseen conditions create problems for the newly budding BDSM relationship that Jamie and Erica find themselves loving.
This was just an OK novella for me. It was not as hot, and more about the development of a different type of BDSM relationship. Although I did enjoy this novella, I don't know if it was warranted a story of their own. Nothing was really resolved, we only learned that this was something they were going to try.
I do hope that more stories will answer some of the unanswered questions left after reading this novella.
January 7, 2015
An excellent addition to the Six-Alarm Sexy series, and one that furthers the story of Jamie and Erica as they go through a major challenge to their newly repaired relationship. I really enjoyed the unique plot of this story and getting to spend time with some of the secondary characters again. Although this story certainly has its share of steam, the thing I loved most about it was the emotional connections between the characters. I teared up several times while reading it.
Note: I highly recommend reading Aftershocks and Under His Command prior to reading Handle with Care. While Handle with Care could be read as a stand-alone, you'll get the most emotional bang for your buck if you've read the prior parts of Erica and Jamie's story.
I can't wait for the next book in this series!
Note: I highly recommend reading Aftershocks and Under His Command prior to reading Handle with Care. While Handle with Care could be read as a stand-alone, you'll get the most emotional bang for your buck if you've read the prior parts of Erica and Jamie's story.
I can't wait for the next book in this series!
February 10, 2015
First I've read in this series by Kristine Cayne, and I'm very glad she warned against using the Kindle text-to-speech function in the grocery store with this book. WHEW!
I'm new to the BDSM genre, and appreciated the way the story developed, or rather - continued for Jamie and Rickie. I've avoided the genre with concerns the content would not be more than porn on the page, but I've read other Kristine Cayne books, and knew she would not disappoint.
Some (most) of the subject matter was NEW to me, but I appreciate the care this author took explaining so I wasn't left out, but didn't feel like an idiot about some terms those in the 'lifestyle' would take for granted. I look forward to catching up with the other books in the series, I know they will be fun.
I'm new to the BDSM genre, and appreciated the way the story developed, or rather - continued for Jamie and Rickie. I've avoided the genre with concerns the content would not be more than porn on the page, but I've read other Kristine Cayne books, and knew she would not disappoint.
Some (most) of the subject matter was NEW to me, but I appreciate the care this author took explaining so I wasn't left out, but didn't feel like an idiot about some terms those in the 'lifestyle' would take for granted. I look forward to catching up with the other books in the series, I know they will be fun.
January 11, 2015
This is such a great series - was SO excited that we were getting an update on Jamie and Erica's marriage and BDSM relationship!!!! And once again Kristine Cayne delivers a sexy, HOT, erotic delight!!! Love that she Always does her research and added so much more depth to this relationship than just the usual BDSM actions. That Jamie was "responsible for her pleasure and her well-being And would do - would be - whatever she needed", and proceeds to do just that - make my heart melt.
Fell in love with this entire family all over again! Happy Birthday William!!!! XO
Can't wait for her next book to see how they're all doing.
Fell in love with this entire family all over again! Happy Birthday William!!!! XO
Can't wait for her next book to see how they're all doing.
January 11, 2015
Great read if...you enjoyed the other books in the series, BDSM, Firefighters, romance, and a HEA.
Side Note: Kristine Cayne is one of my favorite writers! Her characters are so remarkable and real. While this is a novella that goes along with the other two in this set with this couple, the characters have evolved while staying in their true form. The relationship you see between this Dom and Sub are not unhealthy or over romanticized. It's a real relationship with depth and passion and a side most BDSM books don't let you really see. I loved every minute of this and can't wait for more!
Side Note: Kristine Cayne is one of my favorite writers! Her characters are so remarkable and real. While this is a novella that goes along with the other two in this set with this couple, the characters have evolved while staying in their true form. The relationship you see between this Dom and Sub are not unhealthy or over romanticized. It's a real relationship with depth and passion and a side most BDSM books don't let you really see. I loved every minute of this and can't wait for more!
February 21, 2015
I long have been a huge fan of Kristine Cayne and I am always excited when she has a new book published. And as usual she does not disappoint and this sure was a steamy read, I had a hard time putting it down and I read way passed my bedtime.
In order to enjoy this book even more I would suggest that you read Aftershock and Under his Command first, this way you get the full back story of our main characters which will enhance this story. Forget 50 Shades of Gray, this series is one steamy journey.
I can't wait to read the next book by this talented Author.
In order to enjoy this book even more I would suggest that you read Aftershock and Under his Command first, this way you get the full back story of our main characters which will enhance this story. Forget 50 Shades of Gray, this series is one steamy journey.
I can't wait to read the next book by this talented Author.
February 22, 2015
As Jamie and Erica continue to build their relationship they find out that Erica is expecting. When faced with an almost tragic experience the two expand their relationship to secure and cement the love that was almost lost.
I enjoyed the growth of both Jamie and Erica but feel Jamie was the focal point in this transformation because he is truly learning his wife in the form of his submissive. This was a nice addition to the series.
I enjoyed the growth of both Jamie and Erica but feel Jamie was the focal point in this transformation because he is truly learning his wife in the form of his submissive. This was a nice addition to the series.
January 9, 2015
Great addition to the series.
I loved reconnecting with Jamie and Erika. Their relationship has had its ups and downs but I have loved reading about their challenges.
I also enjoyed how the author took us on a journey of D/s not just a slap and tickle read.
Looking forward to others in this series
I loved reconnecting with Jamie and Erika. Their relationship has had its ups and downs but I have loved reading about their challenges.
I also enjoyed how the author took us on a journey of D/s not just a slap and tickle read.
Looking forward to others in this series
May 1, 2015
Another edition to the six alarm series, one that has been a great read so far in this series. This one take the reader into the lives of Jaime and Erica. Just like the other ones in the series it does share the same heat but also there is more to the story itself.. an exploration of an emotion connection and bond that was unique and interesting.
Overall a great 5 star read.
Overall a great 5 star read.
February 15, 2015
I am so happy to find a story that explores and explains service. After all this claptrap caused by FSOG it's nice to read a genuine story. A loving and trusting relationship is a truly beautiful thing. Thanks for a great story!
April 1, 2015
Different,
Interesting story line, about a couple in the BDSM lifestyle. They're learning what they like. Fire play bondage and some spanking. Then the heroine becomes pregnant. There lifestyle changes and how they work it out. Good read.
Interesting story line, about a couple in the BDSM lifestyle. They're learning what they like. Fire play bondage and some spanking. Then the heroine becomes pregnant. There lifestyle changes and how they work it out. Good read.
April 13, 2015
4.5 rating
What can you do when you love someone but haven't shown them the real you, could you lose them again? Are the changes too soon or can they make it work to save a marriage they both want?
Good read, very well written
What can you do when you love someone but haven't shown them the real you, could you lose them again? Are the changes too soon or can they make it work to save a marriage they both want?
Good read, very well written
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February 14, 2015love love love it
Love Jamie and Ericas story. Can't wait to see how their new journey and relationship takes them on in their lives together
Love Jamie and Ericas story. Can't wait to see how their new journey and relationship takes them on in their lives together
September 3, 2015
Excellent
This was a wonderful read. The characters were really good. Talking about the subject matter was very enlightening to me. Didn't know much about it till now.
This was a wonderful read. The characters were really good. Talking about the subject matter was very enlightening to me. Didn't know much about it till now.
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February 17, 2015somehow I missed that this was 2.5 and started reading.... caught on quickly. good read overall.
February 22, 2015
Interesting but some of the preferences by the H/h not really my cuppa. Some parts were a little too instruction manual-ish.
March 6, 2015
There somethings that I didn't care to read, so I stopped. The writing was good though.
July 14, 2015
Awesome I re-read the whole series first. I'm glad I did. Awesome series
March 31, 2016
Too short,
It was nice to see how the relationship was working but it was to short and the was end was to soon it feel like she wrapped everything in the last chapter.
It was nice to see how the relationship was working but it was to short and the was end was to soon it feel like she wrapped everything in the last chapter.
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