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Liliana Batchelor #5
Step In To the Light
A scene and shared experiences appear to bring Lily and Stuart closer together, so how does he manage to still keep her at arm’s length?
Disagreements lead to unfortunate consequences, startling revelations and then a decision. Is Lily right in thinking that when an ideal relationship is within arm’s reach, ‘pretty good’ just isn’t good enough? By risking everything, will she end up walking away empty handed?
This is the CONCLUSION to the Liliana Batchelor Series. It contains descriptions of BDSM related activities, and an instance of sexual assault. PLEASE – do not read this book if you might find this offensive.
110,000 + words with bonus material, including a series song list and an extended excerpt of “A World Away”, book 1 in “The Void Chronicles”, a fantasy erotica series.
Disagreements lead to unfortunate consequences, startling revelations and then a decision. Is Lily right in thinking that when an ideal relationship is within arm’s reach, ‘pretty good’ just isn’t good enough? By risking everything, will she end up walking away empty handed?
This is the CONCLUSION to the Liliana Batchelor Series. It contains descriptions of BDSM related activities, and an instance of sexual assault. PLEASE – do not read this book if you might find this offensive.
110,000 + words with bonus material, including a series song list and an extended excerpt of “A World Away”, book 1 in “The Void Chronicles”, a fantasy erotica series.
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May 4, 2015
Came across this series a while ago and had set a reminder to check on the release of Book 5. Was excited to see how the story of Stuart and Lily would conclude. This author is very talented in weaving a very compelling tale - natural dialog, good flow, just enough details, good pacing, flawed but likeable characters, great sexual chemistry, etc. However in this book, my biggest disappointment was that Stuart seemed to deviate from his character portrayal at a very significant part of the book. For how loving, possessive, alpha, protective, etc. he was in prior 4 installments, he suddenly became crude, insensitive, and disrespectful. I won't spoil the plot much, but I know readers like to be aware of cheating and it does happen in a sense in this book. Which was so surprising given the strength of their relationship that that plot development would occur out of the blue. Was really hard for me to read after such a long build-up between these two. Stuart was pretty unlikeable for a lot of this book which is hard to come to terms with when you are searching and hoping for their HEA. I can appreciate residual relationship drama ensuing from ex'es - and I liked how it was not one sided, both characters had unresolved feelings for Megan and Brett respectively that do end up getting resolved. The HEA is satisfying in the end and all loose ends are wrapped up, which takes a talent to do so after 5 installments, so kudos Ms. Blackstone. All in all satisfied with the ending. I would gladly read another series by this author again.
April 27, 2015
After reading the other books of this series, I was more than happy to finally read the last book.
Right from the beginning of this book, I was caught up in the Lily-Stuart-bubble.
It’s obvious how much their relationshop developed during the last books which is even more visible in the final book.
Not only the relationship, moreover the protagonists. Lily definetly got stronger and more self-confident which is something I really like. And then there is Stuart who drove me literally crazy! He was stubborn before...and special...and challenging...and overcautious...just himself. But in this book, there were so many scenes in which I really just wanted to shout at him(especially because of the talking-problem which you will get to know when you read the book).
Especially about the challenging part which is a very important part of the story as both characters seem to drive themselves crazy by trying to do what they want to do ,I literally got crazy. In combination with a lot of steamy, sexy and INTENSE scenes, you as a reader are just sitting in front of the book gasping for air. No wonder that I had to invend the “Stuart after-read hair” ;) .
It was really really frustrating, but the same time you were confronted with the love you know that exists!
And not that their behavior isn’t enouth reason for trouble...there are still other characters like Megan who even makes everything more difficult.
I really like they way how the characters are intertwined and work out the story together even if there are some scenes in which I would have expected a different reaction. There are situations in which both protagonists decide to do some things which at first seem to be kind of not logical for the reader. But after thinking about these scenes some more, it seems logical-not only because the developent of their personality, also because of the things happening around them.
Seeing that sometimes even if it hurts, getting away can be better than confronting yourself over and over again. ...
In a lot of books the female characters change everything in order to fit to the lifestyle or situations of the men which is not bad, of course, but it’s refreshing to see how there is a different way to cope with such situations. Cheers to the strong Lily!
Another point is the fact that it was also lovely to see different sites of the characters while being surrounded by other people like family. It was a joy seeing Stuart together with his family behaving like the little cheeky boy who is still inside of him.
And did I mention: Stuart in a kilt!?!?! Enouth said :D(I will never get this picture out of my head again….).
There are also some other aspects I thought about a long time. Scenes, in which things happened that could be perhaps a little bit difficult to identify with (scenes I won’t lay out at this point as it would mean spoiler alert). That’s something which happens with every book as every reader sees the book in a different way which is why I love to talk with others about them.
Even if in the situation, something seems “strange”, at the end it appears logical which let’s you accept things you haven’t seen before in the same way…
To sum up I need to say that I really liked this book and it was totally worth it to wait for its publication. It’s great to see that there are still authors who write what they want to write without changing things , because others don’t do it the same way. Rigth now, I am especially talking about their special relationship including the BDSM which plays an important role until the very end. After reading various books of this genre, the ending of this series really is something different.
So surprise yourself and read this book!
Published on: http://jeri-ryan.wix.com/jerisbookatt...
Right from the beginning of this book, I was caught up in the Lily-Stuart-bubble.
It’s obvious how much their relationshop developed during the last books which is even more visible in the final book.
Not only the relationship, moreover the protagonists. Lily definetly got stronger and more self-confident which is something I really like. And then there is Stuart who drove me literally crazy! He was stubborn before...and special...and challenging...and overcautious...just himself. But in this book, there were so many scenes in which I really just wanted to shout at him(especially because of the talking-problem which you will get to know when you read the book).
Especially about the challenging part which is a very important part of the story as both characters seem to drive themselves crazy by trying to do what they want to do ,I literally got crazy. In combination with a lot of steamy, sexy and INTENSE scenes, you as a reader are just sitting in front of the book gasping for air. No wonder that I had to invend the “Stuart after-read hair” ;) .
It was really really frustrating, but the same time you were confronted with the love you know that exists!
And not that their behavior isn’t enouth reason for trouble...there are still other characters like Megan who even makes everything more difficult.
I really like they way how the characters are intertwined and work out the story together even if there are some scenes in which I would have expected a different reaction. There are situations in which both protagonists decide to do some things which at first seem to be kind of not logical for the reader. But after thinking about these scenes some more, it seems logical-not only because the developent of their personality, also because of the things happening around them.
Seeing that sometimes even if it hurts, getting away can be better than confronting yourself over and over again. ...
In a lot of books the female characters change everything in order to fit to the lifestyle or situations of the men which is not bad, of course, but it’s refreshing to see how there is a different way to cope with such situations. Cheers to the strong Lily!
Another point is the fact that it was also lovely to see different sites of the characters while being surrounded by other people like family. It was a joy seeing Stuart together with his family behaving like the little cheeky boy who is still inside of him.
And did I mention: Stuart in a kilt!?!?! Enouth said :D(I will never get this picture out of my head again….).
There are also some other aspects I thought about a long time. Scenes, in which things happened that could be perhaps a little bit difficult to identify with (scenes I won’t lay out at this point as it would mean spoiler alert). That’s something which happens with every book as every reader sees the book in a different way which is why I love to talk with others about them.
Even if in the situation, something seems “strange”, at the end it appears logical which let’s you accept things you haven’t seen before in the same way…
To sum up I need to say that I really liked this book and it was totally worth it to wait for its publication. It’s great to see that there are still authors who write what they want to write without changing things , because others don’t do it the same way. Rigth now, I am especially talking about their special relationship including the BDSM which plays an important role until the very end. After reading various books of this genre, the ending of this series really is something different.
So surprise yourself and read this book!
Published on: http://jeri-ryan.wix.com/jerisbookatt...
November 20, 2017
Insightful
A good summer read. Gives a insight to bdsm and many other aspects of trust that you need a relationship. And the thrill thrust come with a new relationship and power!
A good summer read. Gives a insight to bdsm and many other aspects of trust that you need a relationship. And the thrill thrust come with a new relationship and power!
June 1, 2015
I have absolutely loved this series about Stuart and Lily. Their relationship was amazing the way it developed over each book. Book 4 and 5 were a bit tougher to read as I found the BDSM aspects were a lot more degrading and humiliating, I love to read about this genre but in some cases the boundaries can be crossed and personally I'm not keen on that. However, I still enjoyed the book and it was great that they eventually got the HEA and most loose ends were tied up. It would have been nice to find out whether Janet got back with Louis or if she and Clark ended up together or if she met someone else. I found Phil to be really creepy and even though this is the finale I got the feeling that there could be more where he is concerned. All in all a very well written and compelling series and I highly recommend it.
April 20, 2021
I think I read these stories, all 5, back to back. I enjoyed the representation of the power dynamic they showed as well as the growth of the submissive in the story. It was a difficult read at times. And I am not usually a fan of the whole rich Dom sub-genre, I find that irritating and unnecessary. Another outgrowth of the Fifty Shades nonsense. I did, however, love this series. Yes, they could have been one or maybe two books. But solid in many, many other ways.
May 9, 2016
Good story but
I am really disappointed in the cost of this series. It definitely could have been finished in 2 books. Even though I liked the characters and the writing, I will not be purchasing anymore books from this author. $2.99 then $3.99, then $4.99 - not worth it.
I am really disappointed in the cost of this series. It definitely could have been finished in 2 books. Even though I liked the characters and the writing, I will not be purchasing anymore books from this author. $2.99 then $3.99, then $4.99 - not worth it.
September 2, 2016
Loved it!
This was an awesome series that enjoyed so much just sad that my imagine life will be a little empty with out Stuart and liliana to entertain me
This was an awesome series that enjoyed so much just sad that my imagine life will be a little empty with out Stuart and liliana to entertain me
April 23, 2017
Awesome final installment for Stuart and Lily
The last book left me feeling like Lily was violated. That Stuart was taking things from their day to day lives and relationship and punishing her for her supposed "punishments". I felt like she was never allowed to stand up for herself. This book was just what I needed to fell better about the whole relationship.
I believe the excerpt written by Holly after that book helped my feelings but only slightly. I needed to hear it come straight from Lily that "hey! This is NOT ok." I was Lily's cheerleader throughout this book. I felt like I watched her mature and become a self assured woman! Way to go Lily.
I loved Stuart as well. This poor guy has more troubles than any one person should ever have and all he wants is to be with the love of his life. Hang in there Stuart. She's waiting for you.
Absolutely recommend. If you are put off by scenes of hard BDSM, I'd steer clear of this series. There will definitely scenes you will not like. A lot of scenes. Other than that...ENJOY! I did!!
The last book left me feeling like Lily was violated. That Stuart was taking things from their day to day lives and relationship and punishing her for her supposed "punishments". I felt like she was never allowed to stand up for herself. This book was just what I needed to fell better about the whole relationship.
I believe the excerpt written by Holly after that book helped my feelings but only slightly. I needed to hear it come straight from Lily that "hey! This is NOT ok." I was Lily's cheerleader throughout this book. I felt like I watched her mature and become a self assured woman! Way to go Lily.
I loved Stuart as well. This poor guy has more troubles than any one person should ever have and all he wants is to be with the love of his life. Hang in there Stuart. She's waiting for you.
Absolutely recommend. If you are put off by scenes of hard BDSM, I'd steer clear of this series. There will definitely scenes you will not like. A lot of scenes. Other than that...ENJOY! I did!!
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