Shades of Control: Fifty by Fifty #3

by Michelle Fox

These irresistible men exercise control in every aspect of their lives. They demand your submission. They demand your devotion. They demand your love.

In return, they'll give you everything your heart desires and take you to impossible heights of pleasure.

Fifty By Fifty is a series of four boxed sets featuring Fifty Stories by Fifty Bestselling Authors.

Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox
In socialite Lexi Hamilton's "good girl" world, spankings and sex don't mix--until a charity auction puts her in the hands of dominant Mark Sadiz.

Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter
I didn’t expect to wake up, unable to move. When he told me that I was a player in his wicked game I knew I had made a mistake. I didn’t ask for this. I didn’t want it. At least not in the beginning.

The Billionaire’s Wife by Ava Lore
Artist Felicia Dare weds billionaire Anton Waters to save her sick mother and her father's failing business. Her heart can't be bought, but she never expects the ways that Anton persuades her body.

A Man Needs a Maid by Giselle Renarde
When Aviva becomes maid to a billionaire, she can’t help falling in love. But if Wallace is a dream, his house is a nightmare--it’s haunted by a violent ghost!

Lost and Found – Master of Curves by Olivia Rigal
Invited to Laura’s Dungeon, Diana hoped to mend her broken heart in the arms of a stranger.
But instead of falling into oblivion she stumbled onto the man she wanted to forget.

Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow
Fleeing a dude with a shotgun, Rory seeks help from bad-boy Dom, Griff O’Malley, only to learn that Griff may have murdered his last girlfriend.

Teaching Maya by Tara Crescent
Twenty-one year old Maya wants the best-selling author Ryan Clayborn coach her in bed. But Ryan likes his sex rough, and commits to no woman. Will Maya end up hurt or happy?

The Billionaire’s Nanny by Cate Troyer
Kayla can't help the way she feels but faced with a contract and an angry ex-wife, can she hope to break the ice around Jackson's heart? And can she do it before he puts a baby in her belly?

Model Submissive by Amy Valenti
Izzy’s always been a Domme, but as a model she discovers a new side of herself. Being posed for pictures makes her want to submit in other ways…or is that the hot photographer behind the lens?

Rocking Her Curves by Aubrey Dark
What's your temptation?

Asher just broke up with his long-distance girlfriend. When he meets Trixie, he's smitten by her curves - but she's the lead singer for the opening band: strictly off-limits.

Trixie can't help but be attracted to the tall, handsome skater who plays music with such passion. There's no way that he would be interested in someone who isn't a rail-thin model, would he? Anyway, she's heard that he has a girlfriend: strictly off-limits.

When their paths collide - literally - they're forced to look temptation in the face and ask themselves: What do I really want?

Control: Masters of the Sanctuary by Elsa Day
When Amy sneaks into the sanctuary, she has no idea what she's in for. She runs into trouble, and Master J is the only one who can help her. But his health comes with a price: her total submission.

An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers
Katrina's life has her wondering if she'll ever find the true love. Running into her high school sweetheart at her ten-year high school reunion has her wondering if maybe she'd met him long ago.

Genres: BDSM, Erotica, Anthologies

Kindle Edition

First published February 10, 2015

About the author

A USA Today & NY Times bestselling author, Michelle Fox lives in the Midwest with her husband, kids, the occasional exchange student and two, sweetly disobedient dogs. She loves fantasy and romance, which makes writing paranormal romance a natural fit.

In her spare time, she's been known to shake her bon-bon at Zumba, make spectacular cheesecakes, hoard vintage costume jewelry and eat way too much ice cream (Ben and Jerry’s Karamel Sutra for the win!).

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Reviews

[Louise Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series gets better and better. Great value for money and mostly brilliant reads. I was totally engrossed and the only two stories that disappointed me were not because they were not good stories but because I didn't get my HEA and I dislike cliffhangers but I stress the stories were good. Drop was my favourite from this book. Erika Masten never fails to deliver! If you don't buy this set you don't know what you're missing out on because I assure you you won't just read this set once you will read again and again x 5 stars x bloody brilliant!

[Gina Kamai · Rating 5 out of 5]

50 by 50
Power Play: To the Limit - Michelle Fox
It started with a charity raffle and ended with Lexi winning a prize. A Spanking! Could she do it or would she chicken out.

Rough Edges - Adriana Hunter
Scarlett get dumped by her boyfriend because he says she is too fat. Scarlett is comfortable with her curves and decides a night on the town is the way to cheer herself up and at her friends suggestion heads to Diablo's. She was not prepared for what happened next.

The Billionaire's Wife - Ava Lore
The entire series is included. Sexy hot story. Felicia's dad sells her into marriage as a sexual submissive in the pretense of saving her mother. Anton wants a submissive companion and wife without any emotional ties. What happens when they come together is explosive.

A Man Needs a Maid - Giselle Renarde
Wallace is a widower that is still hung up on his dead wife. Enter his new maid Aviva and everything changes.

Lost and Found - Olivia Rigal
The story of a girl whose friends introduce her to the D/s world only to find they have set her up. How will she cope with being reunited which her college sweetheart that dumped her?

Color Me Bad - Linda Barlow
This one is more of a crime drama than anything else. It was a good story, but to me, doesn't really fit the theme of the collection.

Teaching Maya - Tara Crescent
Maya decides during a family reunion that she is going to take her sex life into her own hands and agrees to play sex games with Ryan. Neither are prepared for the outcome.

The Billionaires Nanny - Cate Troyer
Kayla is asked to sign a 1 year contract, too bad she didn't read it.

Model Submissive - Amy Valenti
Izzy is a Domme, who hasn't played or been to the club since she was laid off. She returns at her friends begging and gets a job offer by the new bartender. He wants her to model clothing for his friends new clothing line, but does he want more? Can Izzy submit?

His Gift - Aubrey Dark
Lacey was delivering a cake for her friend and ends up kidnapped and tied to a bed! My first experience with Aubrey Dark and I loved it. Immediately bought books 2 & 3, because I just had to know what came next.

Control: Masters of the Sanctuary - Elsa Day
Amy thought sneaking in and writing a story about the BDSM club Sanctuary would save her career at the paper. Instead when she interrupted a scene with the club's owner J, she got more than she bargained for - a week as his submissive

An Heir for the Billionaire - Terry Towers
Katrina attends her high school reunion looking for the one that got away. Damon attends for the same reason. What happens next is unforgettable.

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not finished with the whole book yet, but so far I'm quite impressed with this set!

Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox-
Lexi wins a spanking session from a professional Dom at a charity event. Needless to say, it turns into more than just a one time spanking visit. Sparks fly and a relationship develops.

Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter-
In this one, the female lead Scarlett is told by her ex-boyfriend how fat and unattractive she is. She meets Wesley, who makes her feel like the most beautiful woman in the world and I was so glad for that. This story made my heart hurt thinking about what Tyler had done to Scarlett's self-esteem with his hurtful comments.
Scarlett and Wesley grow closer and help one another heal from scars that they both carry around on the inside. Scarlett refuses to give up and be pushed away. She knows what she wants and she goes for it. She realizes that she's sexy and desirable both inside and out.

The Billionaire's Wife by Ava Lore-
Felicia is basically sold to Anton Waters as his wife. There is so much emotional depth to this story that develops. I thoroughly enjoyed watching Felicia break away the walls that Anton has built up around him while at the same time getting to know herself better too. I don't want to give away anything, just know that this is an excellent read.

A Man Needs a Maid by Giselle Renarde-
This is a mix of BDSM and the paranormal. A unique story.

Lost and Found: Master of Curves by Olivia Rigal-
Warning!!! This one leaves you with a cliffhanger! The story is fantastic and I'm anxiously awaiting the next in the series.
Diana and Leo had a relationship in college that had ended badly. Diana's friends set her up to be reunited with Leo at a sex club where he is now a Dom. They are both fighting insecurities due to how things went last time they were together, so we get to see them struggle through these issues.
We won't know what happens until Found and Kept is released.

Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow-
Loved this one! Griff has been the suspect in the case of his missing ex-girlfriend, Hadley. Rory comes blowing into his life like a little tornado and turns it upside down. She sees him for who he really is and she believes in him unlike anyone else ever has. She helps with proving his innocence in Hadley's case while at the same time helping him see that he's more than what everyone has made him feel like. He starts feeling hope for the future for the first time ever.
I really love these two together.

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven't read all the box set yet, I'm 42% in.... so this is a partial review.

Power Play: To the Limit
by Michelle Fox
What a sweet, short spanking HOT story.... Rich girl Lexie wins a prize at a charity event, the theme... to test your limits. Prim & proper Lexi wins a spanking session donated by Mark Sadiz...will Lexie take the session??? I really liked how Mark explains how the body is reacting when a person is being spanked. I NEED a Mark Sadiz in my life.

Rough Edges
by Ariana Hunter
When curvy girl Scarlet's boyfriend walks out after telling her he's lost interested in having sex cause she's to fat. Scarlet goes out for a night, her bestie sending her to a local BDSM club. She picks up sexy bartender Wesley & things hit it off rather quickly.... Wesley & Scarlet'sstory is beautiful, it's not easy to TRUST someone wholeheartedly.

The Billionaire's Wife: The Complete Collection
by Ava Lore
Thank goodness the complete set was included in this boxset, I HAD to read all of this & it wouldn't have been the same for me if it wasn't. I really enjoyed the banter & play between Anton & Felicia, but her parents made me want to jump into the page & K.O. them. Artist Felicia is tricked by her father into marrying billionaire Anton to help save her mother. Let's just say the prenup is specific in what Anton espects in the bedroom & sparks fly....

A Man Needs a Wife
by Giselle Renarde
What a hot, HOT story! Such a realistic love story with a few bumps along the way.... jealous co-workers, mother & even a ghost. Rich widower Wallace always has a maid, new maid Aviva turns his life upside down in the best possible way.

Lost & Found: Curve Masters series
by Olivia Rigel

[Karen Shortridge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given this free for my honest review and WOW this is full of hot reads,I loved all the stories and the length of each one as they gave you plenty of heat, steamy sessions, with great stories to get into,I really did enjoy reading these and couldn't put it down,definite must buy and I will now be looking up the authors of each one for more of this,excellent

[Laure · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair review.

Power Play:To the Limit by Michelle Fox

WOW! Sizzling Hot! Lexi is attending her close friends cancer research benefit when she meets Mark. He goads her into spending more money than she wants on raffle tickets. What Lexi doesn't know is that Mark has donated two of the raffle prizes. Much to her surprise, she wins one of the raffle prizes Mark donated. When Lexi refuses to use the gift certificate for a spanking session with Mark, he tells her friend that Lexi is refusing to be spanked and says he will triple his contribution if Lexi will redeem the coupon within a week. Susanna pleads with Lexi to go through with the spanking so her cancer research will receive that donation. For her friend, Lexi agrees to meet with Mark and discuss her hesitation in submitting to a spanking. When Lexi goes through with the terms of the certificate she is shocked at how much she enjoys what Mark makes her feel. Mark and Lexi start an exclusive relationship, but after a single night together, he is rushing her out of his house. When she sneaks back in to retrieve her forgotten shone she hears a woman's laugh. Definitely a must read.

Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter

Fantastic! Scarlett meets Wesley when she goes out to a club to prove to herself that she is attractive to men. Wesley takes Scarlett home and introduces her to bondage. What Scarlett doesn't know is that Wesley often takes home women from the bar, women with fantasies they want to fulfill. When Scarlett finds out she still wants to have a relationship with Wesley. They both have issues from the past that have to over come if they want to be together. This is a sexy book about BDSM and relationships.

The Billionaire's Wife:The Complete Collection by Ava Lore

Holy Wow! Loved it! Felicia's father has basically sold her into marriage with Anton. He tells her that he has lost everything and that her mother is deathly ill. Felicia storms into Anton's office to give him a piece of her mind, he givers her a contract and sends her on her way after giving her and amazing orgasm. This is only the beginning of a story that has lots of BDSM. Family that is supposed to love you but uses you for their own gain. Discovering that even though on spouse says they only want a spouse and love is not part of the contract, love can sneak in when you aren't expecting it. So much good stuff in this story it can make you laugh and then want to cry.

A Man Needs A Maid by Giselle Renarde

Great Read! Aviva is asked by her friend to help clean the silver at the house where she works. When she meets Wallace she finds him very attractive. Before long Aviva realizes that there is something strange about Wallace's house, even when she is in sunlight she feels chilled. When she watches Theresa take a tumble down the stairs, it looks like her friend was pushed, she is frightened. Aviva finds that she has a hard time on the stairs where her friend fell, like something doesn't want her in the house. While Theresa is recovering, Aviva continues cleaning for Wallace. They are soon making like bunnies. As it gets more difficult to pass the area on the stairs, Aviva and Wallace research previous owners of the house. Turns out the first owners wife pushed a maid down the stairs when she finds out that her husband is having an affair with the young black maid. Lots of kink! Racist ghost and fascinating solution to a haunting.

Lost and Found:The Curve Masters series by Olivia Rigal

Diana met Leo in college and fell in love with him. She thought he loved her until he told her that he needed time to think, then he disappeared. After weeks went by and Leo didn't reappear she quit school and moved across the country. After years go by she reconnects with her college friends. They convince Diana to go to a masked party at a BDSM club they are members of, only those going as subs are masked. After watching a scene with one of the owners, a voice from her past speaks to her. Leo is there and he is a dom, he takes her into a private room and rocks her world. Diana is hopeful that she and Leo will be able to get back together. After another scene with Leo, on a different night, Leo has jumped on a plane to go across the country to close a deal. While Diana is cleaning up to go home she hears two subs talking, one of them hates her, this woman is bragging about the ring Leo is buying for her. Diana is devastated and leaves the club. She knows Leo is not the man who will make her happy. Love this book! I left a lot out.


Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow

Great book! Griff is angry. After being asked again if he killed his girlfriend he is just driving around aimlessly. He realizes he has been driving a long time and he needs gas. He pulls into a station, and shortly afterward a girl jumps into his car. She tells him to just drive, she has a man after her. He ends up taking the girl back to his place. Rory is an MIT student and starts snooping into Griff's background. She tells him she doesn't believe he killed Hadley, his ex. When Rory uses Griff's computer to hack into local companies files, the security firm in charge discovers her intrusion. Conner is the owner of the security firm in charge of keeping people out of his clients files. He confronts Rory and makes her tell him how she hacked into the files. A few days later Connor is back with his brother, a local cop. They show Griff and Rory pictures taken at an airport in the Middle East. Griff recognizes the woman in the picture, it is his ex, Hadley. They also tell him that Rory is the daughter of a famous actress. Griff has come to care for Rory, he has introduced her to BDSM. When he confronts Rory, they fight and Rory leaves. A must read to find out if Rory and Griff ever see each other again. Loved this story.

Teaching Maya by Tara Crescent

Maya and Ryan have known each other for years, they were both raised by Maya's grandparents. When Ryan lost his mother, and then years later was betrayed by the woman he loved, he closed himself off from any deeper connections to avoid the pain of losing someone else. Maya is just the opposite, she lives her life fully and loves her family and friends. Maya comes on to Ryan during a family get together and propositions him. She is hoping Ryan can prove that there is nothing wrong with her sexuality. Maya dated a man for a year and never had an orgasm. Although Ryan is hesitant, he takes Maya to a cottage his friend owns ans introduces her to BDSM. After one night she knows there is nothing wrong with her body. Ryan goes back to his home in Paris and Maya returns to the family business. She can't forget her time with Ryan and decides to visit him in Paris. She spends two weeks with Ryan and learns even more about what turns her on, but at the end of their time in Paris she returns home. Loved this book! Lots of BDSM with a happily ever after?

The Billionaire's Nanny by Cate Troyer

Kayla is a young woman who used to be a nanny for Jackson and his now estranged wife. When his marriage fell apart Kayla was no longer needed to watch his daughter. A year later, with her money running out, and no employment prospects, Jackson contacts Kayla. He has regained custody of his daughter and once again requires Kaylas services. The ex-novitiate signs a contract without reading it carefully. She is shocked when Jackson tells her that she has not only agreed to be his daughters nanny, but she will be sleeping with him and will be pregnant with his child by the end of the year. Since she has been half in love with him since her previous time as his nanny, Kayla stays with the hope that Jackson will come to love her and they will stay together. The witch of a not quite ex-wife shows up and things go down hill. Good book, lots of twists!!


Model Submissive: Club Rack and Ruin by Amy Valenti

Izzy is unemployed and broke, she was laid-off and has been looking for for work for months. Her friends convince her to go to their favorite BDSM club, for a night out. Since her friends are taking her out and buying, she agrees. Izzy is a do me and her friends want her to hook-up with the hot new bartender. The minute she sees Luke she wants him, even though she is sure he is a dom. Luke asks her if she is a model, and when she says she isn't he asks her to to model a friends clothing line. Since it is a paying job she agrees. Needless to say, this this is a very unusual photo shoot, and as Luke and Izzy explore each other, Luke takes a lot of pictures. With her self confidence restored Izzy lands a job, and Luke. I'm loving this series!


His Gift:A Dark Billionaire Romance-#1 by Aubrey Dark

Lacey is a small town girl in the big city, and a street artist. Her friend convinces her to dress up and deliver a very specil cake she was commissioned to to bake to a birthday party. When Lacey gets to the penthouse where the party is being held, she has to convince the man at the door that she is just there to deliver the the birthday cake and doesn't need a collar. While trying to find the kitchen she sees a painting by her favorite artist, and walks into the room. She soon finds out that she isn't alone and that Jake thinks she is his gift from a friend. After he makes her strip and gives her an orgasm, Jake tells her to be back in the morning to make him breakfast. Lacey refuses and convinces him to let her leave so she can get to her second job. After the bar closes, Lacey leaves only to be grabbed by some men and drugged. When she wakes, she finds herself tied to a bed. Jake is angry and tells her she will be punished for not going home the night before to rest. Lacey is confused and ends up giving verbal consent for Jake to do anything he wants to her. Wow, I couldn't stop reading once I started! Can't wait to find out what happens next. Loved it!!


Control: Masters of the Sanctuary by Elsa Day

Wow, hot! Amy is a reporter, she watches as one after another of her co-workers loses their job. Determined to keep her job, she does some research and decides that an expose' on the BDSM club called The Sanctuary, is just the thing to keep herself employed. Amy interrupts Master J during one of his scenes the night she goes to the club researching her story. She is sure her cover is blown, and it is, Master J knew she was a reporter when he invited her to the club. Amy is sure she will never get her story, but Master J invites her to sign a short term contract to teach her the truth about BDSM. Fantastic, a must read!



An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers

Katrina is barely making ends meet, her high school reunion is coming up and she works as a server, her friend convinces her to ask for the night off to attend. She decides to go only because she hopes Damon, her high school love will be at the event.

Damon wasn't sure he was going but at the last minute decided hw wanted a chance to see the woman he loves one more time. Damon has cancer and even with aggressive treatment he may only have as much as a year left to live.

Damon and Katrina meet at the reunion and know they still love only each other. What Katrina doesn't know is that Damon has been very successful and is a billionaire. He soon convinces her to visit his ranch in Texas. Katrina desperately wants to make love with Damon and can't figure out why he doesn't take what she is offering. He finally tells her about his cancer and she is devastated. He also tells her that he doesn't want to be alone and wants someone to whom he can leave his legacy. He proposes and asks Katrina to try and get pregnant before his treatments start.

A fantastic love story! Did destiny bring Damon and Katrina back together? Will faith and love allow them to spend the rest of their lives together?

[Colleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Power Play – To the Limit by Michelle Fox
I really enjoyed this short read.
This book is about Lexi who wins a surprise raffle and boy is she surprised when she finds out what it is that she won.
Lexi won a spanking at the hands of Dominant Mark Sadiz. Mark was determined for Lexi to experience it and when she declines, he pays even more money to her friend’s charity.
That was just the start of the surprises in store for Lexi. Her response to the spanking was an even bigger surprise that she had trouble coming to terms with.

Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter
This story starts with Scarlett being dumped by her boyfriend and she decides to go out to a club to try to pick up a guy so that she can prove to herself that her boyfriend was wrong, that she was attractive to other men.
She ends up at a bar called Diablo where she meets Wesley. Wesley works at Diablo as a bartender and comes to her rescue. They hit it off and leave to find a quiet place to talk.
This is the start of a whole new lifestyle for Scarlett. One, which includes pain with her pleasure.

The Billionaire’s Wife by Ava Lore
This story is about a young woman, Felicia, who grew up with rich parents but didn’t have a great relationship with them so she moves away to live her own life as an artist. Everything was going great until the day her father shows up on her doorstep with a request that changes her life forever.
Enter Anton, the rich billionaire who is the person involved in this life altering change.

A Man Needs a Maid by Giselle Renarde
This story is about a young single mother, Aviva, who accompanies her mother’s friend to help clean Wallace’s house. Wallace is a widower who has trouble keeping an agency-supplied maid.
When Aviva and Wallace first meet, there is an instant attraction. Even though there is a large age difference between them, their sexual appetites are certainly a match for each other.
As their relationship develops, Aviva starts to notice that things don’t seem right in Wallace’s house. Things like a strange coolness in the house, funny feelings when she goes up the stairs to the next level and the roses out in the garden.

Lost and Found by Olivia Rigal
This story is about Diana, a young, curvier woman who had her heart broken six years ago by the love of her life, Leo.
Her friends convince Diana to go to their BDSM club for a party. When she arrives, she meets Master S and Master J. Master J takes her for a tour of the club. Once the tour is coming to a close she comes across the guy who broke her heart.
Loved this and really need to read the rest.

Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow
Griff is a young man who has been the suspect in the murder of his girlfriend, Hadley, even though a body has never been found. Griff went out driving one night and while at the service station filling his car with petrol, a young girl comes running and jumps in his car as he is about to leave. Enter, Rory.
Rory has nowhere to go and needs to escape the guy who was chasing her with the shovel and shotgun, so Griff offers her the couch at his place for the night. When he wakes up in the morning, it is to find that she has hacked not only his computer but other systems as well, trying to find out what happened to Hadley.
During her search Rory finds out everything there is to know about Griff, meanwhile Griff knows nothing about Rory.

Teaching Maya by Tara Crescent
Maya is a young woman whose last relationship was a bit of a dud when it came to the bedroom. Once it was over Maya had concerns that the problem lay with her so she decides to proposition Ryan, a family friend.
Ryan is a man who doesn’t do commitment. He is willing to have sex with Maya but spells it out that there will be no relationship.
Ryan introduces Maya to a whole new way to enjoy sex by bringing pain in with the pleasure.
Really enjoyed this read.

The Billionaire’s Nanny by Cate Troyer
Kayla is the nanny for Jasmine, daughter of Jackson and Samantha. While Jackson and Samantha start to go through a rough time, Kayla is laid off. When the divorce is finalised Jackson invites Kayla back. This time though he has a different type of contract for her to sign but she doesn’t realise the full extent of it until after she has signed it. Does she stay and fulfil the contract or does she leave without a good reference?
Different but good.

Model Submissive by Amy Valenti
Izzy is a Domme at the fetish club Rack and Ruin but has lost all confidence in herself since losing her job and being unable to get another. Her friends convince her to go play at the club one night. When she arrives, she catches sight of Luke, the club’s new bartender. Not only is he hot but he is a photographer and offers her a modelling job. She agrees and a few days later meets up with him, back at the club, to model the clothes that his friend has made.
Really enjoyed this story.

His Gift – A Dark Billionaire Romance Part One – by Aubrey Dark
Lacey is a young woman working two jobs just to survive. When she visits her friend Steph, who is a baker, Steph asks her to deliver a $2000 cake to an address a few blocks away. Lacey finally agrees to take the cake.
When Lacey arrives at the address, she meets Jake, the man who the cake is for. This meeting is going to change Lacey’s life in a very big way.
This got me interested enough that I am going to have to look for the next to find out what happens to Lacey.

Control – Master of The Sanctuary Book 1 by Elsa Day
Amy is a journalist at a paper that has been laying off staff. She decides to do a story on The Sanctuary in the hopes of saving her job. To do this she poses as a person, new to the area, who is looking for a new BDSM club. Once in she meets J.
J is not only a highly respected Dom but also the owner of The Sanctuary. When the BDSM innocent, Amy, interrupts one of his scenes, he decides to educate her on the lifestyle.
Great read.

An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers
Katrina is a young woman who struggles to make end meet with her salary as a server. When her high school has its reunion, she doesn’t want to go because she doesn’t want anyone to know that her life isn’t as good as everyone else’s. The one thing that convinced her to go was the chance of catching up with her high school boyfriend, Damon.
Damon decides to go to the reunion, after spending time reflecting on his life, in the hope that he can catch up with his high school girlfriend, Katrina.
They meet up and instantly reconnect.
I loved this story; it was so great to read a book that doesn’t have angst between the couple.

Drop by Erika Masten
Sabrina is a college student who has had a bad experience as a submissive in the past. She is offered a proposition from a man, to have dinner with a group of guys in the hope that one would choose her to become his submissive in training.
Upon arrival to the estate, she meets Royce. After one look at her, Royce calls dibs on claiming her for his submissive.
Royce offers Sabrina a position as not only his submissive but also his Personal Assistant. This way, she is paid enough money for her work to cover her last year of college but she also gets to be with Royce at work to continue her submissive training.
I really enjoyed this book.

Becoming Jane by Jordan Bell
Avery grew up in a house where she was told what to do, eat and how to act in a certain way. Just to survive she closed herself off and went along with everything. Now as an adult, she is starting to yearn for more out of her life, especially her sex life. So she places an ad in the paper and this is where she meets Oliver.
Oliver and Avery, he knows her as Jane, don’t meet but spend a lot of time conversing over the phone. In a way, they become closer because of this as they are able to talk without judgment. This carries on until one night, dinner with her parents becomes unbearable and Avery makes her escape, calling Oliver to come and rescue her. He does.
I really enjoyed this book and really, really hope that they get another story.

[Solmarie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was gifted a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox

When Lexi wins a spanking session for a secret raffle that benefits cancer she doesn't know what to think. Especially when she finds out the the one hosting the spanking session is none other than Mark Sadiz. She doesn't understand why the man makes her so nervous. There is just something about him that sets her instincts off.

Mark Sadiz is a man that knows what he wants and goes after it. And what he wants is Lexi. Determined to make that happen he makes her a deal she can't refuse. Hoping against hope that she is his match sexually. What follows is a very erotic play on dominance. But can Lexi stand the heat? Or will she run away and hide behind her mask of being a proper wealthy young lady.

I wish we had gotten more of Mark himself. He seems like an interesting character. What we did get was a peak into a young woman who has no idea that spanking and kink is something that she can grow to love.


Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter

Scarlett was out for a fun night on the town. After breaking up with her long term boyfriend all she wanted was for someone to see her as the beautiful woman she knew inside herself she truly was. What she got was finding herself drugged and tied to a strangers bed. Confused as to how this turn of events happened she is shocked that this is a common occurrence at the bar Wesley bar tends at. In fact woman expect it.

There is something about Scarlett that calls to Wesley from the start. But he knows he will never take a woman as his own considering his personal history. When Scarlett wants to spend time with him even after their dubious beginnings he figures why not. Its just some innocent fun. Or is it.

As the two get to know each other they will both have to decide if the risks are worth the benefits.

I was kinda shocked that Scarlett got over the who drugging and being tied up thing so fast. I would have wanted to beat him up. For starters. I'm still confused about whether I still actually liked Wesley. Still on the fence.
It was an interesting read.

The Billionaire’s Wife by Ava Lore


A Man Needs a Maid by Giselle Renarde


Lost and Found – Master of Curves by Olivia Rigal

As I sit here writing this all I can think of is what a freakin cliffhanger! I have enjoyed every single one of Olivia Rigal's books that I could get my greedy little hands on and this one has become my favorite yet. A little bit of mystery, angst, love and more thrown in to just make you step back and say wow.

Diana is lost in a world of her own making. After the love of her life left her while in her last year of college she throws everything in her life away for a new start. Although she regrets some of her decisions she knew there was nothing more she could do when every memory around her reminded her of what she lost. When her friends convince her that what she really needs is a Dom in her life to make her leave that ever present space in her head she reluctantly agrees. Never in her wildest dreams, or maybe nightmares, would she have expected to run into the one and only man that can make her body sing with just a glance. The impulse to run is strong. Can she weather this particular storm a second time?

Leo has finally found her. The only woman he has ever loved who ran from him when all he asked is for a little time. Determined to make her his forever he will stop at nothing until she is tied to his side. Literally.

There are a lot of misunderstandings, old and new, brewing in this one. I can't wait to see how this love story evolves. At this point all I can say is gimme, gimme, gimme. I want more!


Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow

Griffin's life is in a constant limbo. After his short term girlfriend goes missing and he is accused of killing her his life has lost all meaning. With everyone assuming he is guilty things just keep going further and further downhill. When he rescues Rory at a gas station all he can think of is getting rid of her as fast as possible before even more things go wrong. But she isn't that easy to dump.

Rory has had an interesting life. She is a mystery that refuses to be unveiled. An expert hacker she makes it her business to research Griffin. After deciding that he is innocent she sets out to help him clear his name. But there is more than one secret being hidden in this small town. Once the two start getting to know each other the sparks start flying. can a girl with more secrets than NASA help him or is she just another liability?


Teaching Maya by Tara Crescent

Maya is determined to prove that she's not frigid in bed. To accomplish that she has come up with a plan to have a one night stand with her family friend Ryan. Having had a crush on him since childhood it is pretty much a dream come true for her.

Ryan finds Maya attractive but he is not a relationship guy. He agrees to tutor her in his kind of domination for one night that quickly turns into more. Refusing to admit his feelings might be involved he lets Maya go. But Maya is convinced that there is more between the two of them. Can she convince Ryan? Or will she lose the man she loves?


The Billionaire’s Nanny by Cate Troyer


Model Submissive by Amy Valenti


His Gift by Aubrey Dark


Control: Masters of the Sanctuary by Elsa Day

Amy Cryan is trying to keep her job by any means necessary. Watching as her fellow employees are fired is making her nervous. Knowing that if she wants to keep her job as a journalist she has to find "THE" story to put her over the top. When she comes across mentions of the secretive Sanction she knows this is it. The story of a lifetime. She thinks she's ready for what she may see while in Sanctuary but instead is caught up in something she doesn't truly understand. When she gets herself in trouble it is the elusive owner Master J who comes to her rescue. Shocked doesn't cover her reaction. Thinking that she has lost her only chance at an award winning story she is surprised when Master J makes her an offer she just can't refuse.

J knows better than to deal with journalists. They are nothing but nosey, uptight people who don't understand what Sanctuary truly stands for. A safe place for all things consensual. But there is something about Amy that calls to him like no one ever before. He makes the decision to show her just what being a submissive his. More to the point.. his submissive.

The question is, can he show her his world in seven days without making her run?

I really liked how in control J was. Especially when he showed Amy just what it takes to be a dominant. I'm interested to see where else Elsa Day is going to take these two.


An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers

Drop by Erika Masten

Becoming Jane by Jordan Bell

[Cindy Caron · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC of this set in return for an honest review

Shades of Control – Fifty by Fifty

Power Play: To the Limit – Michelle Fox
Hot stuff! Loved this, but would have liked a bit more. Great story, strong characters, lots of graphics. All in all, a great read. Love this author’s style.

Rough Edges – Adriana Hunter
Wow! Talk about edgy. This was definitely a must read. The characters are intense and the whole book has a wonderful flow to it that keeps you enthralled until the end. Love the fact that Scarlet has guts and isn’t afraid to tell it like it is, and that she is extremely comfortable with her body and all of it’s curves. Wesley is a strong character, but has his own weaknesses and fears. Together, they find a middle ground that allows them to grow together. Well done

The Billionaire’s Wife – Ava Lore
Intense! This was an awesome book. I had a hard time putting it down once I got started. It was real hard to not feel any empathy for Anton and Felicia, as they both harboured much the same hurts, even though they were from completely different backgrounds. This was intriguing, full of extremely erotic sex scenes, hurt, dispair, and control. So worth the read.

A Man Needs a Maid – Giselle Renarde
Oh la la!!! Now that is using an imagination. What a great love story, with a little bit of everything in it. From violent ghosts, age differences, different ethnics, racism and lots of truly perverted sex (got to love this part), how could you even think of putting this down. Strong characters and a clear plot, this is a must read. Great job!

Lost and Found – Olivia Rigal
Seriously! Talk about leaving you hanging…in a good way I guess. This one goes deep. Diana and Leo’s story is far from over. Having both endured separation over a communicational misunderstanding, they have finally come together through mutual friends and the BDSM scene. Her willingness to try again is too powerful for her mind to overrule her body. There are certainly serious bumps along the way, as we find at the conclusion of this book. This is a serious cliff-hanger and I am soooo excited about the conclusion. A MUST READ!

Color Me Bad – Linda Barlow
Wow! I had a real hard time getting into this book at the beginning. It took a while, but once there, WOW! The story has lots of dark and heavy areas, but also, lots of light. It covers so many aspects of what can happen when we go down the dark path, and how hard it is to climb back out. Rory is a spitfire that literally falls into Griff’s life when he is at his lowest. She slowly helps him find his way out of the dark depths his life has taken since his ex’s disappearance over a year ago. Together, they find what both have been missing in their lives. Loved this. A definite great read.

Teaching Maya – Tara Crescent
Talk about a heart wrencher. Love this. Take a walk to the edge and leap into the playroom with Maya and Ryan. After a failed relationship that ended over a year ago, Maya questions her sexual ability. She sets out to seduce Ryan, one she has harboured a crush on for over a decade, to prove to herself that the failure wasn’t her fault. Neither of them were prepared for what follows. It took a while, but finally, they realize just how much the mean to each other.
Great story, well written, lots of loving and new experiences. Well worth the read.

The Billionaire’s Nanny – Cate Troyer
This was a great “rags to riches” love story, where the good people win in the end. Short and sweet, it tells the story of Kayla and Jackson. There is a bit of BDSM in this, but mostly just lots of hot sex. Great read. Well done

Model Submissive – Amy Valenti (Book 1)
Awesome! Loved this. What happens when two “take charge” dom/dommes collide? Sparks fly! Add the additional enticement of photos to the picture, and what do you have? A HOT story to read. Luke and Izzy steam up this tale. Definitely worth the read! Well done Amy.

His Gift – Aubrey Dark
Hot Hot Hot!!! This is a cliffhanger! But, oh what a good book it is. I only wish that we had the whole series, because this is totally sizzling. A bit of dark dominance that I’m looking forward to reading the conclusion of, hopefully sooner than later. Great read.

Control: Masters of the Sanctuary – Elsa Day (Book 1)
Talk about hot and heavy. Awesome storyline, something new and very exciting. This grabbed my attention from the beginning and kept it until the last word. Love the fact that it’s a stand alone. Great characters, awesome plot, not too short or not too long. Pretty heavy at times, but all in a good way. I hope to be reading more from this author in the near future. Loved it.

An Heir for the Billionaire – Terry Towers
A true tear jerker. Make sure you have a box of tissue handy when you read this one. It is a warm, heartfelt story so full of love, that deals with the dramatic issues of cancer and it’s realities. What’s not to love about re-connecting with your high school sweetheart, only to find you never fell out of love with them and are given a second chance at the life you always dreamed about. Read about Katrina and Damon as they follow their hearts.

Drop – Erika Masten
Oh my! Totally loved this one. A little bit of darkness, and a whole bunch of light. This is such a deep view into how BDSM could affect both Dom and Sub, in all ways.
I really found it hard to not love this couple. They both needed each other for many reasons. I could easily see a sequel spinning off of this, which includes, but not limited to, Royce and Sabrina, Nathan and the other members of the “group”, and even Devin Rennert. Very well written. Loved the characters and the context of the story. Great read and definitely highly recommended.

[Nadine Bookaholic · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven't read the entire box set yet but I have finished a couple of the stories.

Spanked to the Limit by Michelle Fox
This was a hot quick read! Lexi wins a spanking from a Dominate at a charity auction )I want to know where these auctions take place) Sign me up! anyway, Lexi is so prim and proper that she doesn't want the prize (Crazy girl!) but since it's a fundraiser and Mark Sadiz (the Dominate) has bated her she is going to do it....boy oh boy....like I said IT'S HOT!

Teaching Maya by Tara Crescent
Twenty-one year old Maya thinks something is wrong with her since she was never able to reach orgasm with her ex-boyfriend Anthony, so while she is on her family vacation she decides she is going to seduce Thirty-one year old Ryan Clayborn a close friend of her uncle's and someone she had a crush on as a teenager. Do I even have to tell you how hot this book is? If you read any of Tara Crescent's other books you know she is the Queen when it comes to BDSM. The relationship between Maya and Ryan is refreshing, no strings, they both get what they want and everyone is happy....right?!? Guess you're going to read it to find out. ;)

Model Submissive by Amy Valenti
Izzy is out of work and down in the dumps because she can't seem to catch a break when it comes to finding a job so when she is approached by the new bartender Luke about a modeling job she doesn't need much time to decide to take the job. There is an undeniable attraction between Izzy and Luke but
with two tops can they make a D/s relationship work? I really enjoyed the photo shoots and how they helped Izzy rebuild her confidence again.

Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter

The Billionaire's Wife: The Complete Series by Ava Lore

A Man Needs A Maid by Giselle Renarde

Lost and Found by Olivia Rigal

Color Me Blue: A Tale of Romantic Submission by Linda Barlow

The Billionaire's Nanny: The Complete Collection by Cate Troyer

His by Aubrey Dark

Control by Elsa Day

An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers

[April Symes · Rating 5 out of 5]

****A gifted copy was provided by The Fifty by Fifty: Shades of Control boxed set authors for an honest review***

In the box set out, there are 14 books but in the ARC I received, not all the stories were there. I had 12 out of the 14 so I will be happy to give you my review on the stories in this box set.

Box SET 3 in the Shades of Control: Fifty by Fifty #3 is freaking awesome!!! Every story in here is terrific. The ones that stayed with me and made me go back and re-read them over and over is what I will tell you about because I believe this will be your fan favorite, as they are mine .Here are my Favorite Reads:::

Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox- Lexi ended up buying these 20 tickets for a fundraiser because she was “pushed” into it by a sexy beast of a man who rubs her the wrong or should I say right way. There was a raffle and she ends up winning “spanking” session with Mark Sadiz. And then the story really gets going. I loved the chemistry between Lexi and Mark- the heat was liteally coming off my kindle, the story was
so hot
My rating for story : 4.6 stars ****

The Billionaire's Wife(Complete Collection) by Ava Lore- Felicia Dare’s father comes to her, saying that he is broke (he used to be a millionaire) and he needs Felicia’s help. Felicia can barely stand her father but she loves her mother so she agrees to help. Her father wants her to entertain billionaire Anton Waters and do whatever he wants,, Felicia is getting a bad feeling about this but she meets Anton, sparks fly. Can Anton’s suggestion of a marriage of convenience which is bound by a quite literal and explicit contract develop into a real relationship? HMM, I can only tell you, this story is so good, its worth the read. The ending of the book was fantastic.
My rating for this story: 5 stars *****
A Man Needs A Maid by Giselle Renarde –Curvy Latino Aviva agrees to help her cousin clean a weathy man’s house, she never expected to fall into love with the man nor did she expect to take over the job full time when her cousin was injured on the job. Sparks fly between Aviva and Wallace- lots of chemistry and love the kinky play in the story. There is also a malicious spirit in the house that is out to hurt Aviva and any other maid that has come in to clean the house. The journey for Aviva and Wallace was powerful and the ending of this story was great, Lots of chemistry and heat.
My rating for this story: 4.7 stars ****
The Billionaire’s Nanny by Cate Troyer-Story is about how Kayla D’ Angelo used to be a nanny for Jackson Dermott. Because his soon to be ex wife didn’t like her , she was let go. Then she got a call back just as her severance package money was running out. She got an insane offer from Jackson- he wants her to give give him a son and be his nany to his daughter and live with him for at least 5 years-but he doesn’t tell her this until after she signs the NDA. The story is so hot, and Jackson’s soon to be X Wife is so slimy. I dislike her and due to her , she causes pain to Kayla. I REALLY loved the sexiness and the heat between Kayla and Jackson. I do wish there was more of an ending of this story. Overall loved this story A LOT.
My rating for this story: 4.6 stars ****
His Gift- by Aubrey Dark- only this I cant say on this story because anything I write would give away the whole story. This story is seriously mind-blowingly hot! It is full of passion yet the characters never loose their focus and they engage in some serious mind business. Need to read this story! Cant wait for part 2 of this story.
My rating for this story: 5 stars *****

An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers- I really enjoyed reading this story. The emotional punch takes hold of you almost immediately and never let go. The hero and heroine are high school sweethearts who meet again at their high school reunion and seize their second chance. Katrina meets her high school sweetheart Damon at their 10 year reunion and they find out neither has not have a good relationship since High School and that Damon has cancer. The story was so moving and well written. I definitely recommend reading.
My rating for this story: 4.8 ****

[Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Power Play: To the Limit
By: Michelle Fox

Lexi at a Fundraiser to help build and fund a new cancer research lab. She doesn't know what they are ruffling off until it's time to draw the names. That's when Mark tells her to just have coffee with him and see how it goes. Lexi keeps telling her self that it's for a very good cause what can it hurt to have coffee with Mark.


Rough Edges
By: Adriana Hunter

Scarlett just broke up with her boyfriend. She wanted to prove to herself she is desirable. She goes to a club named Diablo that her friend recommended. She did not know that her life was going to change the moment she walked in. She was looking for a good time she ended up with a whole lot more. Scarlett is confused, scared and excited all at the same time all she can think about is how much she wants to please Wesley so he will not stop touching her.


The Billionaire's Wife
The Complete Collection
By: Ava Lore

Felicia had an unexpected visitor she did not want to see ever. In hinds sight she talked to her father and gave her a sob story about how he's in financial ruins and her mother is really sick and she needs treatments that he can't afford. Felicia needs to make a decision about the solution her came up with to help her mother to get the treatment her mother needs asap. She was not expecting that he would want her to marry Anton Waters in the process.


A Man Needs A Maid
By:Giselle Renarde

Aviva meets Theresa's boss Wallace while polishing silver for his up coming party. After Theresa has an accident she begs Aviva to work in her place until she can go back to work. Aviva actually starts looking forward to going to work. Wallace and Aviva has great chemistry together.


Lost and Found
By: Olivia Rigal

Tabitha and Elisa decides their taking Diana to Laura's Dungeon to help her take her mind off of work problems. When she gets there she did not expected that she would see the one person she never wanted to see again. When she turn towards him she knows she in trouble and her heart just might not make it the second time around.


Color Me Bad
By: Linda Barlow

Griff has a past he would love to forget but he live in a small time where everyone knows you. One night his life changes and he's trying to figure out how to get rid of this women that just appear out of no where and in his car. Interesting story of a way two people meet on accident. How they could overcome their past with the help of each other.


Teaching Maya
By: Tara Crescent

Maya was in a relationship that made her think maybe there is something wrong with her or is it her ex-boyfriend and she wanted to find out. Ryan a family friend and made it to the family gathering this year and she decided to ask for his help without telling him why. She thought she could do the no strings attached but she was sorely mistaken.



The Billionaire's Nanny
By: Cate Troyer

Jackson is very sneaky with the contract he drawn up for Kate's return after his messy divorce. Kate doesn't know what to do about the contract but she does know she doesn't want to walk away either. Kate wants to help heal his broken hear she's hoping it's before she finds herself pregnant.


Model Submissive
By: Amy Valenti

Izzy lost her job and does not feel as confident as she once did. A new bartender at Rack and Ruin Club asked her if she would do modeling for his friend Steph. Luke and Izzy both have dominating personalities and neither wants to let the other top them. Will they be able to find a way to work out their difference and become comfortable with each other?


His Gift
By: Aubrey Dark

Lacey friend talked her into bringing a cake to one of her clients birthday party. She did not realize what she was walking into until she seen the art work and then Jake startled her. Jake thinks she is his Gift and he wants her to obey him

[ButtonsMom2003 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This review is for a few of the stories in this anthology. My overall rating for the stories I read is 4 stars. The anthology is worth the $.99 price.

Power Play by Michelle Fox

4 stars - A quick read.

The “blurb:”
In socialite Lexi Hamilton’s “good girl” world, spankings and sex don’t mix--until a charity auction puts her in the hands of dominant Mark Sadiz. One night over his knee has Lexi on hers, but, when their session is over, she can’t admit she enjoyed it. Can she ever stop being a “good girl,” or will Mark have to spank her until she comes (and comes!) to her senses?

The blurb is accurate. I enjoyed this story. My only complaint is that it seemed to end rather abruptly. Since this is a rather short novella there just wasn’t a lot of time to wrap things up. No cliffhanger; HFN (happy for now)

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Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter

3 stars – Didn’t like the ending
The “blurb:”
I was used to being overlooked for the usual brand of Barbie, but this time was different. This time I was the center of attention…his attention, and it terrified me… and thrilled me.

What I didn’t expect when I left the bar with him that night was to wake up in his bed, bound with red silk ties, unable to move. And when he told me that I was just a player in his wicked game, I knew that I had made a terrible mistake and crossed a line that I wasn't ready for.

I didn’t ask for this. I didn’t want it. He doesn't seem to understand that I'm not the girl for this. I want him to let me go, to let me hide out in the shadows of my comfort zone. Instead I'm forced to surrender while he invades my mind and body.

He wants me, and to him that's all that matters. Maybe there's a softer side to this dangerous stranger of mine. Something beyond his tough exterior, his cruel, rough edges. I hope to find it before he consumes me and I'm lost in his darkness forever.

WARNING: This is a dark erotic story of submission. Contains mature themes that may offend some readers. Not intended for those uncomfortable with the subject matter or under eighteen.

I didn’t think this was really a “dark” erotic story. The “heroine” was a bit of a stalker and the “Hero” doesn’t really know what he wants and is kind of mean.

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Lost and Found – Master of Curves by Olivia Rigal

4 stars – Cliffhanger!
The “blurb:”
When the softest curves meet the hardest masters.

Invited to Laura's Dungeon, Diana hoped to mend her broken heart in the arms of a stranger.

But instead of falling into oblivion she stumbled onto the man she wanted to forget.

Attention - Cliff Hanger!

I really enjoyed this story about second chances. Diana and Leo broke up when Leo left her during college and never contacted her again. They reconnect after being set up by friends. Leo thinks she left him and Diana think he left her. During this book we never really find out what the story is.

While I liked this story a lot I’m not sure if I’ll get the second book or not as it’s not supposed to come out until late April. By then I will probably have forgotten about this story.

I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[ButtonsMom2003 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well worth the price. A good way to sample new authors.

This review is for a few of the stories in this anthology. My overall rating for the stories I read is 4 stars. The anthology is well worth the $.99 price.

Power Play by Michelle Fox

4 stars - A quick read.

The “blurb:”
In socialite Lexi Hamilton’s “good girl” world, spankings and sex don’t mix--until a charity auction puts her in the hands of dominant Mark Sadiz. One night over his knee has Lexi on hers, but, when their session is over, she can’t admit she enjoyed it. Can she ever stop being a “good girl,” or will Mark have to spank her until she comes (and comes!) to her senses?

The blurb is accurate. I enjoyed this story. My only complaint is that it seemed to end rather abruptly. Since this is a rather short novella there just wasn’t a lot of time to wrap things up. No cliffhanger; HFN (happy for now)

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Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter

3 stars – Didn’t like the ending
The “blurb:”
I was used to being overlooked for the usual brand of Barbie, but this time was different. This time I was the center of attention…his attention, and it terrified me… and thrilled me.

What I didn’t expect when I left the bar with him that night was to wake up in his bed, bound with red silk ties, unable to move. And when he told me that I was just a player in his wicked game, I knew that I had made a terrible mistake and crossed a line that I wasn't ready for.

I didn’t ask for this. I didn’t want it. He doesn't seem to understand that I'm not the girl for this. I want him to let me go, to let me hide out in the shadows of my comfort zone. Instead I'm forced to surrender while he invades my mind and body.

He wants me, and to him that's all that matters. Maybe there's a softer side to this dangerous stranger of mine. Something beyond his tough exterior, his cruel, rough edges. I hope to find it before he consumes me and I'm lost in his darkness forever.

WARNING: This is a dark erotic story of submission. Contains mature themes that may offend some readers. Not intended for those uncomfortable with the subject matter or under eighteen.

I didn’t think this was really a “dark” erotic story. The “heroine” was a bit of a stalker and the “Hero” doesn’t really know what he wants and is kind of mean.

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Lost and Found – Master of Curves by Olivia Rigal

4 stars – Cliffhanger!
The “blurb:”
When the softest curves meet the hardest masters.

Invited to Laura's Dungeon, Diana hoped to mend her broken heart in the arms of a stranger.

But instead of falling into oblivion she stumbled onto the man she wanted to forget.

I really enjoyed this story about second chances. Diana and Leo broke up when Leo left her during college and never contacted her again. They reconnect after being set up by friends. Leo thinks she left him and Diana think he left her. During this book we never really find out what the story is.

While I liked this story a lot I’m not sure if I’ll get the second book or not as it’s not supposed to come out until late April. By then I will probably have forgotten about this story.

I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest review but I also purchased the set.

[Judy Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOWZA! These stories are smoking hot! What an exciting bundle! I love them all! I read each story and announce to myself, "this one is my favorite". Then I read the next story and I proclaim, "no, this one is my favorite". And then the next one becomes my favorite. Geez, I can't decide - they are all my favorites. Each story is different yet all are exciting, smart, well written, compelling, captivating, enticing, satisfying,
arousing, romantic, erotic, sensual, steamy and sexy as sin!
1) Power Play-To The Limit by Michelle Fox
When Lexi is goaded into purchasing 20 tickets at a charity fundraiser by sexy, arrogant Mark Sadiz, she had no idea that she would win and was even more surprised to discover what she won - a spanking by professional Dom Mark Sadiz. What? She would never submit to such an indignity! Or would she? Good Golly Miss Molly! This story is hot!
2) Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter
Scarlett has something to prove, if only to herself. Regardless of what her ex-boyfriend says, she knows she's attractive and desirable. And according to her friend Susanna, Club Diablo word be just the place to prove that men would find her sexy. Yep! What she needs is a good old fashion one night stand! But what Scarlett finds is a far cry from old fashioned and maybe, just maybe, more than one night! Oh my! Sexy dominant bartender-yep! Beautiful curvy submissive-in-waiting-yep! BDSM with a side of sass and romance- oh, yeah! Loved it!
3) The Billionaire's Wife(Complete Collection) by Ava Lore
Felicia Dare(don't you just love that name?) doesn't even like her own father, who barely knows she exists, and barely tolerates her mother. Talk about a dysfunctional family! But at least she's her own person even if she has to be a bartender at a crappy bar. She's independent, has her own life, her sculpture which is the love of her existence and of course, her therapist. Suddenly her father shows up at her door and needs her help-yeah right! He needs her to be the sacrificial lamb and guess who's coming to dinner - wealthy billionaire Anton Waters and he wants to devour her! Yep, sacrificial lamb! Oh my! Can a marriage of convenience bound by a quite literal and explicit binding contract bloom into a relationship of love and trust? Quite possibly! Super sexy and super hot!
4) A Man Needs A Maid by Giselle Renarde
When beautiful curvy Latino, Aviva agrees to help her cousin Thersa as a temporary maid, she never expected to be so attracted to her wealthy older boss, Wallace Meritt. And never did she expect to take over the job full time when Thersa is injured on the job. And she certainly never dreamed that her sophisticated older employer would be attracted to her as well. But the biggest surprise of all is the evil, racist spirit that haunts Wallace's beautiful mansion. Oh my! Sparks fly and passion ignites between lovely young Aviva and Wallace, her older employer, while they try to rid their lives of the malicious spirit. Hot, sexy and at times, down right hilarious!
5 thru 12 - To Be Continued !

[Dora · Rating 5 out of 5]

3Up to now I have read five stories and they were really good. This collection is fantastic. I recommend to get it before the price gets rise because it is a really good bargain and there was a lot of steamy sex scenes in all of them.
Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox
Lexi, still lived with her parents a protected and pampered life. Helping her best friend, Susanna, she participated in a raffle and won a unique prize. The prize and his donor made her change her life and opened new limits to pleasure. Interesting and very hot story about self- discovery.
Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter
Called fat and unloved by her boyfriend Tyler, Scarlett went to a bar, The Diablo, looking for a one night stand to reaffirm her self-esteem because she felt good with her body and Tyler words hurt. There she met Wesley and he offered her a fantasy she didn’t know about but can hurt her more. Enjoyed how the author presented a strong female character and a no so strong male character.
The Billionaire’s Wife by Ava Lore
Felicia Dare was forced by her father to marry Anton Water, billionaire owner of Empire Capital. Her father told her that he was ruined, her mother has cancer and there was not money to pay for the treatment. Anton Waters has a pre-nup contract very specific about her wifely duties. She went to give him a piece of her mind but she was surprise by her response to the man. This was a very hot story with Sub/Dom content. There were hidden secrets, deception and trust issues. It was very entertaining and completed.
Lost and Found by Olivia Rigal
Six years ago Leo left Diana because he “needed time to think”. He didn’t come back and Diana felt betrayed. She left the campus and moved to the other side of the country feeling hollow. Needing a change on her life her friends took her to a Club, Laura’s Dungeon, where she met Leo as a Dom. She has missed him bad and they talk about what happened six years ago. She was to try the lifestyle of BDSM and everything seemed fine but suddenly she was facing the same demons. This story continues and we have to wait for the next installment “Found and Kept” to know what will happen next. Hope to get it soon because this story was very interesting. I’m completely intrigued.
Billionaire’s Nanny by Cate Troyer
Billionaire Jackson Dermott, divorced and disappointed with love, wanted a woman to take care of his daughter, pleasure him and give him more children. But, she must be Kayla, an innocent ex- novice former his daughter‘s nanny. He would force her to submit to his desires and get her pregnant. But an evil ex-wife and the feelings of the heart gave place to a twist in the plans. Good and very interesting story.
Drop by Erika Masten
Sabrina Cole was a Sub damaged by her former Dom. She was afraid and didn’t trust anymore but Dom Royce Lauder saw her and said “MINE”. Liked this story a lot. This is the first story that I read that a Dom did wrong to his Sub. Was enlightening how Royce dealt with that. The suspense was so interesting that I kept reading until the end. Love this collection.

[Terisia · Rating 5 out of 5]

All right everybody, click that Buy button - you just can't miss a deal like this! These authors know how to write, and they are so GOOD with this genre. Get ready for your temperature to rise ....

Power Play: To the Limit, by Michelle Fox, is one steamy little story full of hot spankings provided by one powerful Dom. When Mark thoroughly introduces Lexi to the art of erotic spanking, she is shocked at her response, but he helps her work through her feelings. The story quickly progresses as does their relationship, and of course, there is a hitch - but you have to read it to find out what happens!
A couple of things I especially appreciated: Mark explains the body's erotic response to being spanked; Mark and Lexi have a wonderful scene which includes ballroom dancing. Good stuff!

Model Submissive - Club Rack and Ruin #2, by Amy Valenti - I love me some Amy Valenti! The woman knows how to write, and she knows BDSM. This is a nice story with very little/no angst, little/no pain. If you're interested in D/s and wonder about its infinite levels of play, this book presents something a bit different. A Dom, a Domme, and a fun kink I'd never thought of before. Isabelle and Luke sizzle together - you'll enjoy this one.

Drop, by Erika Masten, is a book about a "broken" submissive, Sabrina, and Royce, the Dom who sets it as his goal to "fix" her. Sabrina has a fear of falling - no, not a fear of heights - and as the story moves forward, it is evident that the falling isn't strictly physical. Both Sabrina's and Royce's background stories are interesting and fraught with emotional upheaval. I liked this book, and think you will too.

Lost and Found The Curve Masters, by Olivia Rigal, kept me interested and yet a bit annoyed. Diana's friends tell Diana she needs a Dom, convince her to go to the Club, where she learns they've tricked her to reunite her with the ex. The reader learns how painful the breakup had been, and yet Diana submits to him instantly. Thus the annoying part. They should've TALKED FIRST!!! Their early relationship hadn't even been D/s - Diana is a total newbie - yikes! Leo "claims" her that night, then demands she trust him. More problems arise.
And guess what? CLIFFHANGER!
Ok, I have complained here. But it was good enough that I AM going to watch for the next part of the story to be released.

I will return to review more stories as I read them.

(I received this book in exchange for an honest review.)

BDSM Erotica Romance

[Laurie · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! This is one great compilation of stories. (Just for the record, I received this as an ARC for an honest review and, for whatever reason, two of the stories "Drop" and "Becoming Jane" were not included. So, although they might well be at least as good, if not better, than the 11 stories I did read, my review does not consider them.)

Generally I have found that most of the individual stories in this type of multiple-storied set are Book 1 of a series and many of them end with a cliffhanger, requiring that you buy the rest of the series to get the whole story. (Only one with a true cliffhanger here.) This is not necessarily a criticism. I have come to expect this and don't mind following up on a story that has really roped me in, so long as it is reasonably priced and of a reasonable length. (And, yes, my estimation of what a reasonable price is will take into consideration the length of the book.). That being said, I loved that the vast majority of the stories in this anthology were complete stories or stand alones. Being able to read an entire story, seeing how the author develops the characters and the storyline gives me a much better opportunity to decide whether I want to buy other books written by that author. It's much more likely that I will follow up and buy other books from several of these authors. (Actually, I have previously bought books from almost half of these authors already.) In some cases simply because I truly enjoy the author's writing and in others because they are the complete subsequent stories of supporting characters, whom I have become invested in, after having been introduced to them in a previous story.

Even without the last two stories, I would wholeheartedly endorse this set. Everything is relative and I enjoyed some stories a lot more than others, but each was, at a minimum, a good read. The characters and the sex was also, at a minimum, hot (in some cases, sizzling)! And you can't go wrong when you get this much for this price! As a matter of fact, even though I received the ARC, I plan to buy the set so I can read the two stories that were missing.

[Daria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Its a anthology with some pretty awesome authors... I didnt read all the books but I do plan on and coming back updating .
4 stars for the overall books



Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter
3 – 3.5
First time experiences can either make you or break you, more so we one dabbles in BDSM for the first time, so many things can go wrong. Scarlett goes out on the town, well to a club of sorts she has never heard of but referred by a friend. Scarlett was kind of lickin her ego wounds from kicking her donkey of a boyfriend out. I had to give her a high five for that.
The story first weirded me out.. I had to go back a few times and re read... did that really happen. I love BDSM themed books and I liked this one. As Doms go for me I like them to know what they are doing, and in some aspects this one didn't. What I did like about this Dom is that he was honest to fault and he was careful. The sub.. she was endearing mostly after I initially met her, Scarlett not only dipped her toes in she jumped in with both feet. Wesley even had a hard time believing Scarlett had never “played” before.
I liked the story mostly, just had a hard time connecting with the characters.

Control: Masters of the Sanctuary by Elsa Day
3
Kind of stuck on what to say.... they say don't judge a book by its cover, I try not to have my preconception from other books in my mind as I read a new one. This felt like Id have read it before,
so it was hard not to drift a little bit. I liked Master J least the concept of his character, as for Amy first reporters aren't my cup of tea any ways...on top of that just her personality had my hand itching to slap her. Smiles When she broke one of the most important rules.. because she is just a twit...a reporter trying to report without do any research. She was let back in the club after agreeing to be the owners sub for a week. Its a little more than a 100 pages and the first book in the series. Ill most likely grab the next book, to see if the characters grow any.

[Charlie Torres · Rating 5 out of 5]

am so in love with this boxed set. I was familiar with most of the writers previous works, except for a few. While I haven't finished all of the stories. I will review the ones I did!

Power Play (M. Fox): Damn, can spanking any hotter? Lexi soon discovers how hot and erotic they can by. Mark, boy can he deliver!

Rough Edges (A. Hunter): Definitely an interesting twist in this story. Scarlet l is dumped by boyfriend along with her self-esteem. Scarlet decides to go and have some fun. On the advice of her best friend and wh she doesnt know is that it's a place where some fantasies can come true. Wesley, is the bartender whom she ends up going home with. There is a night of some erotic sex but there is also a connection there. Scarlet believes it. She thinks she trusts Wesley, but can she really. And can Wesley trust her?

Lost and Found - Master of Curves (O. Rigal): Warning, this one has a cliffhanger ending! Diana still has not gotten over being dumped by her college love, especially right before their last semester. Her two friends insist that she accompany them one night to an exclusive BDSM party. There she runs into the one person she hoped to never see again. Will he break her heart again? I loved this story and can't wait for the next one to come out!

Model Submissive (A. Valenti): I must admit I am a lover of Ms. Valenti's works. I mean the girl can write some freakin BDSM. All I can say is you need to read it!! I definitely see me reading it several time over in the future.

An Heir for the Billionaire (T. Towers): Highschool sweet hearts, meeting again after 10 years at their high school reunion. But there is a catch. Will it affect their future? This is more of a mushy romantic love story. But I liked it!

[Kent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Power Play to the Limit by Michelle Fox was an excellent story. I hope that is an indicator of more to come in this box set. Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter is a good story. I was a bit worried at first. Only problem is that this story has many typos like "There's are lots of way to play that involve pain, to one degree or another." The Billionaire's Wife by Ava Lore was an excellent story. I will be checking out more of this author's work. A Man Needs a Maid by Giselle Renard was a good story. Lost and Found (The Curve Masters series) by Olivia Rigal seems like it is a good story, but this turned out to be just a short tease and leaves the reader hanging. :(
Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow was an awesome story. I will definitely be reading more stories by this author. Teaching Maya by Tara Cresent was an excellent story. I will be checking out more of this authors work. The Billionaire's Nanny by Cate Troyer was a good story but there were a lot of strange typos like missing or wrong words. Model Submissive (Club Rack and Ruin #2) by Amy Valenti was a great story. Now I need to get #1 and read it. His Gift A Dark Billionaire Romance Part One was a nice teaser, but as such it left me a bit frustrated. Control: Masters of the Sanctuary Book 1 by Elsa Day was ok. An Heir For The Billionaire by Terry Towers was a fantastic story. A little sappy , but being a hopeless romantic I loved it. Definitely my favorite story in this set so far. Drop by Erika Masten was a decent story, but it had so many typos like "Was I worried about what it heard Royce say?" that it just ruined the story for me. Becoming Jane by Jordan Bell was ok, but it left me with too many questions.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are two things that I really love about boxed sets like this. One is that I get a chance to try out new authors and secondly if I'm not that into a story I can just jump to the next one. The discounted price for the box set gives you a chance to experiment without feeling guilty that you wasted money if you don't like some of the stories.

Drop by Erika Masten
Royce and his friends seek out women who they considered to be in need of their help. They train the women to be subs and then match them up with a Dom that suits the individual woman's need. However, when Royce meets Sabrina he realizes a few weeks training will never be enough when he wants forever. While a short story, the plot and characters quickly draw you in.

Power Play: To the limit by Michelle Fox
For me this was a great introduction to Fox's writing and I would look for more from this author. When Lexie wins a drawing for a spanking by an experienced Dom, she is horrified to find out just what the prize entails. Since it is a for a charity, Lexie has no choice but to follow up with the Dom and see where it leads. This was a good story in that it tried to explain the shame that Lexie felt for her feelings.

Rough Edges by Ariana Hunter
Just as a warning this one starts out with a drugging by the main character that may or may not appeal to some readers.

Lost and Found by Olivia Rigal
I was really enjoying this story of two reunited lovers when I discovered that the story is not complete in this boxed set.

[Angel Hatfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

**I received an ARC of this story in exchange for an honest review**
Let me start by saying I haven't had a chance to read all of the stories so this review is only for ones I've had a chance to read so far. I will update as I finish it.
Power Play: To the Limit by Michelle Fox 5 stars
In participating in a charity event, Lexi Hamilton wins a prize she doesn't want, introducing her to a world she could never imagine with a dominant man she doesn't want to know.
I really liked the way this was written. The changes that Lexi went through throughout the entire story were a complete 360 and very well written. Mark does his own changing and everything about him is what starts Lexi's. I felt that they were a perfect mix.
Rough Edges by Adriana Hunter 4 stars
After getting dumped by her boyfriend for being bigger, Scarlett decides she wants a night out. What she finds is something she hadn't imagined. Overall, this story was very well written. I only had a few things I didn't care for. One, Scarlett is deemed to be a bigger girl, hence why her boyfriend broke up with her. However, when she is looking at clothes to buy, the size she actually is, is about 1/2 of what many bigger girls are. Not that this is a big deal, but being bigger, it just bothered me. The second was the idea of what kind of club Diablo is and the fact that men were ok with doing this bothered me too. Overall though, I loved Scarlett's character and how she basically forced Wesley into reconsidering the way he lives.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Received Copy for review. Read a few will keep adding to it.
Power play: to the limit
Michelle fox

Lexi and Mr. Sadiz are quite a pair. Lexi’s luck of the draw finds her with a spanking session she will never forget. Her first impression of Mr. Sadiz is so rebellious that you want her to get to know him better. The willingness on both their parts to try things they are not familiar with had me reading more just to see what happened. The protectiveness of Mr. Sadiz was so cute and different from the usual persona of someone in this situation. This was a good story and hope there is more to come.

Rough edges
Adriana Hunter

This one had me confused at many times. I felt for Scarlett after her crappy boyfriend said those things. Her finding Wesley was kind of like a kinky blessing in disguise. He was able to get her mind off the negative thoughts and into uncharted territory that changed her perspective on lots of things. The hot and coldness of Wesley and his secrets had me wondering I maybe he shouldn’t be doing his job of choice. By the end I was ok with their choices but I would like to see what has happened to them.

[Gale · Rating 5 out of 5]

The anthology Shades of Control: Fifty By Fifty #3 is an anthology of 14 books. It was a variety of different takes on dominant alpha males, at least to my mind, and it was refreshing to read different stories from the “norm”.

Several of the stories stood out for me – Drop by Erika Masten was an amazing story of a Dom who was trying to do good deeds when he falls hard for a sub. Simplified synopsis? Yes. Know that there is a depth of feeling in Royce, and in Sabrina, and Ms. Masten told their story in a remarkable way. An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers: to me this story showcased how alpha men sometimes have a need for someone to care for them, more so than we’d normally find in a story. And the rest of the stories each have that something special that distinguishes them and helps all the stories stand on their own.

I was given a copy of this anthology in exchange for an honest review. If you enjoy true alpha men, Doms, and broken people (both men and women) who are helped and loved by their partners, then these books are for you.

[Gale · Rating 5 out of 5]

The anthology Shades of Control: Fifty By Fifty #3 is an anthology of 14 books. It was a variety of different takes on dominant alpha males, at least to my mind, and it was refreshing to read different stories from the “norm”.

Several of the stories stood out for me – Drop by Erika Masten was an amazing story of a Dom who was trying to do good deeds when he falls hard for a sub. Simplified synopsis? Yes. Know that there is a depth of feeling in Royce, and in Sabrina, and Ms. Masten told their story in a remarkable way. An Heir for the Billionaire by Terry Towers: to me this story showcased how alpha men sometimes have a need for someone to care for them, more so than we’d normally find in a story. And the rest of the stories each have that something special that distinguishes them and helps all the stories stand on their own.

I was given a copy of this anthology in exchange for an honest review. If you enjoy true alpha men, Doms, and broken people (both men and women) who are helped and loved by their partners, then these books are for you.

[M.H. Heyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given this book as an ARC for an honest opinion.

I have only read the first three stories so far but they were sexy and hot.

The alpha males are gorgeous and very desirable. If you are not into BDSM even in a mild way, this box set is probably not for you, but I'm loving it and will finish the book.

The three I have read up to now have all been complete stories, no cliffies and that makes a change from most box sets. They are also all quite different in terms of plot, characters and intensity of sexual scenes. Some of the stories have similar references in terms of the BDSM, to that well known book by E.L.James. If you enjoyed that book, you will also love these stories.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys explicit, saucy, hot sex scenes in their stories.

Well done all the authors.

[Kathy Heare Watts · Rating 5 out of 5]

I only read and reviewed one book in this set:

DROP (Catching Her Fall, Book 1) by Erika Masten
FREE-FALLING TO FLIGHT
This story is edgy and draws the reader into the life and pain of college Junior, Sabrina Cole, as her dark past unfolds. What happens when a group of privileged businessmen comes in and rescue broken doves so they can fly again. When CEO Royce Lauder sees Sabrina from the balcony of Cliffside and breaks protocol, making a call on her. The summer will have her as a Girl Friday at the office and his submissive at night. The plot has its twist and turns when evil and trouble are around the bend, ready to break the wings of this little dove again. Will Sabrina be caged again or will she soar to new heights. Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts, opinions and ratings are my own.

[Jeannie · Rating 4 out of 5]

My review is for Drop - Erika Masten

Sabrina had been trained to be a sub but she's only a sub if she wants to be. Broken after a horrible relationship, she caught the eyes of Royce Lauder when she arrived at Cliffside after an invitation. Breaking all protocols, Royce puts his claim on her and offers her an internship position in his office. She is to be his assistant by day and his sub whenever he calls for it.

This short read was pretty edgy as Sabrina's dark past unfolds. However, the tenderness that was showered by Royce came as a surprise. Will she remain broken or soar to greater heights with Royce? The story does end with a cliffhanger and I hope the author will have a sequel to them.

I was gifted an advance copy of this book by author Erika Masten in exchange for an honest review.

[Roxie's Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

"This is a Thrilling collection!"
Each story is Fabulous!. The characters are provocative. The Men are so Dominating and blood-tingling. The Women are spunky yet know how to submit. Like with Michelle Fox's Power Play: Lexi goes to a charity event for cancer at the event they are selling raffle tickets. Lexi meets Mark and he talks her into buying twenty tickets. What she does not know is one of the prizes is a spanking session with Mark lol . Mark is a real Dom and he wants Lexi so when she wins his prize Mark makes sure Lexi can not turn down the prize. Lexi finds out she likes being spanked by Mark even though she does not know why. Mark wants more then just one session with Lexi. Can Mark talk Lexi into more? . Each one of these stories will have you creaming your panties!. If you love sexy ,rich , Dominate Men with a little kink you will so love this box set!.