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Pure Pleasures

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I knew I'd done the right thing by leaving him. He deserved someone who could give him everything he wanted, and that couldn't be me. I'd been broken far too long.

When twenty-two year-old Jenna Lang leave the man she loves because she can't give him children, she believes she's making the right choice. As much as it breaks her heart, she wants him to move on and be happy. She tries to do the same, but she knows that, without Rylan, she'll never have her happy ending.

Don't miss Pure Pleasures, the final installment in M.S. Parker's dark and emotional Pleasures series.

241 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 25, 2015

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M.S. Parker

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Step into the seductive and suspenseful world of M. S. Parker, a USA Today Bestselling author where dark romance meets thrilling suspense. If you crave stories that are both steamy and intricate, with characters that are as dangerous as they are desirable, you've found your next obsession.

M. S. Parker specializes in crafting addictive series that push boundaries and keep you guessing until the very last page. Expect to find dangerous mafia bosses and intense, grumpy billionaires clashing with smart, witty young women who, though perhaps out of their element, are quick to adapt and hold their own. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions, where passion is a weapon and love is the ultimate prize. Dive into the darkness. You might just find your new favorite escape.

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May 8, 2015
The final installment in my Pleasures series, coming May 26th..
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May 24, 2015
This is the 3rd and final novel is the Pleasures Series and should be read in order.

The last thing Jenna Lang wanted for Rylan is to settle as she couldn’t give him the family he always wanted. She thought she’d do the right thing by leaving Rylan and give him the chance to have a family with someone else who could make him happy. As much as that hurts Jenna to think of Rylan being happy with someone else, she believes that if you love someone then set them free to be happy.

I was gifted this book in exchanged for an honest review and this is one of the hardest books I’ve ever read. M.S. Parker has taken this book to another level.

Jenna may have thought she was doing the right thing but it doesn’t stop the pain that she is going through. After everything that she’s been through, you’d think the girl would be a bit selfish but she is far from it. Her love for Rylan is what drives her to do the selfless acts and wanting only the best for him. Her selfless acts is what I love about Jenna. The character had a crappy childhood but she doesn’t use it to make others feel sorry for but she raises above it. The shows in the new job she takes with the FBI and does what she can to help out other children who are suffering the way she has. I really like how her life has come full circle. It’s a job I admired the ones who do it in the real world. It has to be one of the hardest jobs to take on.
Rylan may seem to have given up on a life with Jenna. Just when you think you know what’s going to happen Zeke shows up to put Jenna in her place. We only see a little of Zeke but I’ve always gotten the feel there was more to him then what was presented to us. Of course as the series comes to a close we find out the missing part to Zeke that shocks the readers. The twist that he puts on the story line is sudden and unexpected but if you’ve read the series you might have suspected it.
This is my favorite series so far by M.S. Parker but it’s also the hardest series to read. The things M.S. Parker brings to our attention and the explosive story that Jenna and Rylan draws you in and you can’t put the series down. This isn’t just another romantic suspense but a story that draws you to its characters and breaks your heart in the process.


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257 reviews2 followers
May 13, 2015
I am a huge fan of M.S. Parker and I honestly believe that with each new book she releases they just tend to get better and better.

Pure Pleasures picks up exactly where the last book leaves off with Jenna leaving Rylan which broke all of our hearts. This book has some pretty drastic twists and turns that I was not expecting but have come to expect from M.S. Parker she is one of those amazing authors that knows exactly how to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Jenna definitely tries her hardest to keep pushing Rylan away and well honestly I really don't want to spoil this for you but there is no way for me to tell you about it without doing exactly that, this book is full of action, drama and plenty suspense and some incredibly steamy romance scenes. I will say this though there are some majorly intense issues that Jenna faces and has to tackle in this book and M.S. Parker does such an amazing job of sending across the positive message of hope and love and it was so great to see. The connection between Rylan and Jenna was incredibly strong despite everything, and the ending of the series was absolutely amazing, it fit Rylan and Jenna perfectly!

Be sure to add this to you list of books to read its definitely worth the time. I can't wait to see what M.S. Parker has planned for us next.
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4,617 reviews69 followers
May 13, 2015
When Jenna left Rylan she thought she was doing the right thing, but it crushed her that she was hurting Rylan. She knew he wouldn't give up on her but then he felt betrayed that she wouldn't even talk to him. Dodging Rylan and quitting her job, Jenna got an offer from the FBI and accepted but what she found, she never expected? When people come back to hurt Jenna, will she be all alone or will Rylan come back and give her the happy ending that she deserves finally? I love Rylan and Jenna and I think M.S wrote the ending perfectly. I can't wait to see what M.S will write next
749 reviews3 followers
April 29, 2023
**This is the last part of the Pleasure Series - it is recommended that you read all the previous instalments to get the full experience.

Pure Pleasures... how do I feel about the last instalment. It’s painful to read, but I don’t mean that in a bad way. It’s painful because you can feel the absolute turmoil that Jenna is going through. She’s walked away from the only good thing she has ever known. Her heart is so entirely broken, the knowledge of knowing it’s all her own doing is hard to bear.

Every night Jenna relives her nightmares, but without Rylan to calm her and keep her safe, they begin to consume her. Unable to eat and sleep she is being pulled further into her own despair. Broken. In her efforts to avoid bumping into Rylan she moves into a hotel in the hope that if Rylan comes to look for her, he wouldn't be able to find her. She wants him to move on without, but she knows that if she meets him, her resistence will be futile. Convinced that he wants what she cannot give him, avoidance is the only way for her to give him a chance at that happiness.

It’s a long, hard stretch. She’s determined to let Rylan be free to find happiness, even if it means sacrificing her own. With every chapter you’d think it would get easier, but it doesn’t. These two are meant to be together.

There are couple of occasions where they briefly meet but Jenna beats a hasty retreat - particularly seeing as he is out with other women. It breaks her heart to think he has moved on... but that's what she wanted right?? But has he really moved on?

Then there's Zeke... Rylan's best friend and one of the people that appears obsessed with keeping Jenna and Rylan apart. But why? What has she ever done to him? Nothing... except steal the heart of his best friend. Is there more to Zeke's friendship with Rylan? In order to completely push her away, Zeke hatches a plan to make Rylan think that Jenna has moved on... a devastating plan, but one that if he believes it, Rylan won't be able to forgive... but will Rylan believe him? But what is it about Zeke that makes him hate Jenna so much? That will all become painfully clear.

As she tries to move forward she sets her sights on exposing pedophiles with her incredible tech abilities. When she realises that the FBI who now employ her are not bringing the justice she feels adequate she takes matters into her own hands. Little does she know that she has just endangered her life.

One mistake and lack of judgment brings two people back into Jenna's life that she hoped she'd never see again. Thrown back into her living nightmare she has to find the fight that she needs to survive.

It takes near death to bring this couple back together and when Rylan takes her back into his arms, everything she has put herself through suddenly fades. After a heart-to-heart, Rylan understands why Jenna felt that she had to let him go, but with a bit of reassurance he manages to convince her that there is nothing more in the world that he needs more than her. Without her, he has been miserable and lost. Despite what she thought she had witnessed, Rylan had not moved on at all. The only person he wants is his love... his Jenna.

Back in her safe place, her relief is palpable and their love stronger than ever. But just when things seem to be getting back track... there’s one more person trying to come between them and this time the consequences could be fatal. Will they, can they, finally find peace and happiness?

It's a fantastic end to a brilliant series. Really enjoyed it. There were moments where I struggled... not with the writing - but the subject matter was difficult and I admit that I skipped to the last page half way through Dark Pleasures because I was so worried about the main characters that I couldn't get it out of my head. I needed to know everything worked out or I think I'd have driven myself to insomnia.

Excellent story and ended just how I wanted it to. Well done M.S Parker... you outdid yourself with this series.
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414 reviews1 follower
May 12, 2015
Can I give it more than 5 stars?
I was blown away with this book and could hardly put it down and when I did it was done grudgingly. I can honestly say I just wanted to reach into the book and give Jenna a big hug.

After leaving Rylan the way she did Jenna is now set about getting her life back on track after quitting her job at Archer Enterprises she now is thinking about starting back up her own business again. But a visit from Zeke and bumping into Suzette telling her how Rylan is getting his life back and has been dating is like a knife to the chest for Jenna to hear. But a surprising phone call with a job offer from the FBI and to put her tech skills to use to help other children and bring their abusers to justice. But after looking through files she finds a few things out and now she is not so sure what to do with the information, but Jenna being Jenna she knows how to cover her tracks.
Will Jenna and Rylan get their HEA? Or will they just go their separate ways?
With a couple of twists I didn’t see coming M.S. Parker has created a great series and I wish this wasn’t the end. This book is mainly from Jenna’s POV and gives an insight into some of the other things from her past.

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2,483 reviews43 followers
June 23, 2015
Amazing, frustrating and romantic. Those are the words I would use to describe the conclusion to the wild ride that is the Pleasure series. So let's see why frustrating? Well because she left him to begin with and was stubborn enough not to let him think for himself and be with her. He loved her and she let her insecurities and fear of being loved get to her oh and yeah his sister and best friend didn't help her state of mind either.
Amazing, because once she let him back in it was simply amazing how much the love and passion for each other made for a heated reunion and for an amazing ending or shall we say HEA.
Romantic because how could you not love the things he does to her and for her to make her happy and to ensure she feels the love that she so desperately needs and wants from him. Her hero in so many ways.
The perfect ending to a steamy romance that tugs at your heart. The justice that she so deserves after all of her suffering at the hands of the one person that was supposed to loved her unconditionally. The HEA that is so perfect you will cry at the end not only because it is perfect but because t is the end of your journey with them. Pure Pleasure is simply Perfection!
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283 reviews3 followers
May 26, 2015
Pure Pleasures by far is one of my absolute favorites by such an amazing author. M.S. Parker never let's her readers down. When Jenna decided it was best for Rylan if she walked away she thought she was doing what was truly best for him. As did Zeke his longtime friend and Suzette his sister. All of them had something very much in common. They loved and wanted the best for Rylan. All Jenna wanted was a place to feel safe. Will she find her way back to Rylan? Will Rylan have the woman he loved and the family he always wanted? This was a nail biting read. Very very much worth your time!!
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2,914 reviews22 followers
May 15, 2015
I'm so incredibly moved by this story. Jenna's past was so dark and unbelievably frightening that is a miracle she survived. Rylan loves Jenna, flaws and all. Unfortunately, Jenna wants this sexy, beautiful man to have a happy future. Will Jenna break Rylan's heart? Will she survive the darkness that her life becomes? M.S. Parker's Pure Pleasures has super steamy scenes, real-life topics, shocking truths and a love story that will bring you to tears. A phenomenal read!
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909 reviews2 followers
June 7, 2015
Can broken Jenna finds he way back to Rylan and will they get their HEA?! This is the finale book in the Alpha Billionaire Romance series, I was up and down with this series,liked some, loved some and did not like some. As a whole series its worth reading because M.S. Parker wrote it and she can tell a story.
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10.7k reviews33 followers
May 27, 2015
I love m.s.parker books so much each time I read one of her books, I'm just so drawn into to each of the characters that you can't help to love each one of them. With all that Jenna has gone through in her life and finding Ryan I'm so happy that she found this man . A must read .
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28 reviews
May 13, 2015
reading this book I went thru alot of different emotions Some good,some not so go. But I loved the book. I was shown that no matter what jenna went thru Rylan was there he pushes her to her limit but also at the same time gives her strength.
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872 reviews44 followers
May 9, 2019
This book seemed a little rushed and forced. It could have done with more pages.
124 reviews1 follower
July 29, 2017
Fantastic

I have just read the 3 books in this series and all I can say is wow.
Jenna is such a strong but traumatised woman due to abuse throughout her childhood,she is also resilient and extremely tough.
Rylan is an alpha who has all his beliefs tested.
A long and harrowing journey for both of them that draws you in and makes you want both of them to get their happy ever after.
Brilliant writing and storytelling I love this author.
28 reviews
August 23, 2024
A WONDERFUL LOVE STORY !!!

I thoroughly enjoyed these 3 books. Lots of spice AND a great story! I did wonder why Jenna didn't discuss the child aspect with her boyfriend, especially since the person who gave her that particular information hated her so much. To me, that would have been a topic to be wary of. However, I realize when you're in love, its hard to think straight most of the time. I encourage everyone to read this series. Its a good one!
75 reviews1 follower
March 15, 2022
Man the angst this book brought me... I love Ryland and Jenna as a couple and I honestly thought they'll get over the breakup soon, so this book kept me on edge the whole time. Happy about the ending. Love Jenna's self-growth and recovery process. This series has been an enjoyable ride with such compassionate characters and Jenna's tough yet vulnerable personality.
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301 reviews9 followers
June 15, 2017
Yesss!!!!

You always keep me entertained with your series. They are the best ever. I loved the drama and the need to feel wanted in this story. And this situation happens everyday. Thanks for a great read.
310 reviews2 followers
July 22, 2017
A good ending

But seemed to really be stretching for the finish. Lots of angst and a HEA but seemed to really have to try. Characters are still likeable but see very little of Rylan until the last quarter of the book.
2 reviews
January 31, 2023
I love this book!

This book has true love, romance, steamy sex and it talks about the main characters past. It talks about what she went though as a victim of child pornography and rape. It raises awareness. I found this book very emotional to read.
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85 reviews
June 2, 2017
Amazing series

Loved this series from beginning to end. For once a story behind the sex that kept me intrigued. Sick, sure but different than most. Highly recommend!
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2,234 reviews16 followers
October 14, 2017
I love this author’s books, she is one of my favourite authors.

I love this series.

I loved this book from start to finish.

I love the characters and the story.
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9 reviews
July 9, 2018
I love the way it ends. It was a page turner like the rest f the series.
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1,127 reviews1 follower
October 8, 2018
Brilliant

Loved this series, a little hard hitting in places on a very hard subject, but it was good to have a HEA. I have already read new pleasures series but still enjoyed both
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166 reviews
April 29, 2019
Brilliant

Dark twisted but one that you can’t stop reading wanting to know what happens next. A brilliant series I would reckon
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248 reviews
February 21, 2022
2.5 stars…… Long and drawn out with a quick wrap up ending that I didn’t even bather to finish the HEA part.
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1,144 reviews32 followers
June 12, 2023
My review:
I first read Forbidden Pleasures for free online when I was around fourteen years old. Neither of the sequels were uploaded onto those shady romance websites, and I never had the disposable income to buy them legally, so I just never read them. Until now.

More than half a decade later, and it's come to my realisation that for years and years, I hyped up a series that ended in Jenna stabbing her stalker and her mother, who kidnapped her, and then the next morning she shot her boyfriend's best friend, who wanted to kill them because he's crazy and gay and in love with Rylan.

Safety Stats for Jenna and Rylan in my Forbidden Pleasures review.
Overall, Safe with exceptions.
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907 reviews12 followers
January 5, 2016
Now as this is the final book in the series we are back in the present after we found out that Jenna has left Rylan as she thought that this was best considering she can't have children. But the problem that she is having is that she thinks deep down that she is never meant to get that happy ending that everyone else gets.

For a while Jenna tries to cope with the fact that she is no longer with Rylan and the fact that she feels so guilty about just walking out without him knowing. She goes back to sleeping with the random guys on the college campus and working for the police as she wants to help children who have been in her situation but she accidently discovers something about her mother whilst working on one of the cases. Since leaving Rylan she has noticed that whenever she goes somewhere it's like she is being watched but she has no idea who or where they are.

Rylan still has no clue that his best friend Zeke was the one that planted the idea into her head because he wanted her out of the picture but at first Jenna couldn't work out why it was up until one night she ends up going to a club to throw herself back in the game and ends up seeing both Zeke and Rylan there but luckily for her they don't notice her. After Jenna seeks company of some random stranger in there and ends up heading into the guys toilets to go and let loose with his she happens to notice that up against a wall is Zeke but getting it on with another guy and that's when everything falls into place, it was never about Jenna coming into Rylan's life but the fact that Zeke loves Rylan more than a friend and him knowing that he can never have him really gets to him.

One night as she is out waiting for the bus the last thing that she expects is to be knocked out cold by a hit over the head and to wake up to the voice of her mother and Christophe. Will she be able to get out of there alive or will what happened in her past something that wasn't a bigger deal, also will Rylan know what's happened to her or will he be too late. You really don't want to miss this book as there is no telling what could happen, you won't regret picking it up and when you have read it you will be glad that you did. M.S Parker this series has been amazing to read, you have done good with it and I can't wait to read more of your work.
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151 reviews1 follower
May 18, 2016
This is the 3rd and final novel is the Pleasures Series and should be read in order.

The last thing Jenna Lang wanted for Rylan is to settle as she couldn’t give him the family he always wanted. She thought she’d do the right thing by leaving Rylan and give him the chance to have a family with someone else who could make him happy. As much as that hurts Jenna to think of Rylan being happy with someone else, she believes that if you love someone then set them free to be happy.

I was gifted this book in exchanged for an honest review and this is one of the hardest books I’ve ever read. M.S. Parker has taken this book to another level.

Jenna may have thought she was doing the right thing but it doesn’t stop the pain that she is going through. After everything that she’s been through, you’d think the girl would be a bit selfish but she is far from it. Her love for Rylan is what drives her to do the selfless acts and wanting only the best for him. Her selfless acts is what I love about Jenna. The character had a crappy childhood but she doesn’t use it to make others feel sorry for but she raises above it. The shows in the new job she takes with the FBI and does what she can to help out other children who are suffering the way she has. I really like how her life has come full circle. It’s a job I admired the ones who do it in the real world. It has to be one of the hardest jobs to take on.
Rylan may seem to have given up on a life with Jenna. Just when you think you know what’s going to happen Zeke shows up to put Jenna in her place. We only see a little of Zeke but I’ve always gotten the feel there was more to him then what was presented to us. Of course as the series comes to a close we find out the missing part to Zeke that shocks the readers. The twist that he puts on the story line is sudden and unexpected but if you’ve read the series you might have suspected it.
This is my favorite series so far by M.S. Parker but it’s also the hardest series to read. The things M.S. Parker brings to our attention and the explosive story that Jenna and Rylan draws you in and you can’t put the series down. This isn’t just another romantic suspense but a story that draws you to its characters and breaks your heart in the process.


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