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This novella is a standalone and part of The Club series.

WARNING: The content in this book contains explicit sexual content. This book is intended for mature audiences only.

Jesika Maxwell, a fashion photographer, has never wanted for anything. She is a true sweet and beautiful southern belle who craves more out of life than her family can provide.

Looking for new adventures and experiences she accepts an invitation from a colleague. The moment she steps foot into The Club, her world immediately changes. Everything she once feared is now staring her in the face.

Connor Samson, a successful attorney, has the world within his grasp. He’s wealthy, talented, and desired by many. His wants and needs are satisfied, yet there is one thing…one person he yearns to have as his own.

Trying to live his life and forget about her, he blocks out all feelings and moves forward with a cold dominant heart. That is until a woman from his past walks into The Club and changes everything he’s ever known.

Will she be willing to accept him as he is and allow him to break down her walls?

Will he be willing to show her the world he knows and allow his heart to love?

118 pages, Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2015

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T.H. Snyder

40 books1,006 followers
I’m a fun-loving, down-to-earth kind of chick who loves to laugh, smile, and have a good time. Born in Allentown, Pennsylvania in September 1979, I’m a true East Coast girl who loves the mountains and the beach. In Spring 2012, I became an avid reader and since have read over 300 books ranging across genres, primarily focused on romance and paranormal. Simply put, reading is my escape, a way for me to turn off the outside world and get lost in a new one. I’ve found a true love in reading and writing, and I never imagined I’d be where I am today. When I started writing my first novel in June 2013, I was anxious to see where my journey would take me. Becoming an author has been a dream come true. This is more than just a hobby for me, it’s my passion!!

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Profile Image for Nichole Brunt.
467 reviews8 followers
September 18, 2015
T.h. Snyder never disappoints me in her books. Chains is by far her most erotic book yet... you might need a cold shower or your man after you read this book it is HOT!!! Connor is the new Christian Grey
Profile Image for Traci.
273 reviews2 followers
September 8, 2015
Chains is T.H. Snyder's first Erotica and holy moly its amazing !!! This author absolutely nailed it ...
Though its a novella, and that doesn't give you a lot of time, she was able to slam it out of the park. Perfect angst, fear, love and a world of discovery. Learning and being able to move past your fears and your "world" to compromise for the love you discover you feel for that special "one". Someone who is the love of a lifetime !
The story is so well written and characters are amazing.
Connor ~~ oh wow !! I love him ... he can dominate me any time he wants. He is the perfect blend of sexy, sweet and dominant and he isn't over the top or someone you can't trust with your care. I was definitely hoping Jesika got over her fears because Connor is the kind of man that I know I would want in my life forever, and I was hoping she would want that too ...
Jesika was getting yelled at in my head a little, i will admit, but in the end she made me a happy girl. I hate most women in books but i didn't hate her, however she did make me want to slap her a little.
I cant really say to much because I dont want to give too much away but trust me, this book is amazing. I'm sure taking a turn, a change in an authors writing style has to be a little scary for them, But TH Snyder did it and blew me away.
I can appreciate what it took for the author to step out of her comfort zone and try something new, and i give major kudo's because she did an amazing job. I would absolutely recommend this Novella
Profile Image for Kimmy.
374 reviews64 followers
January 18, 2016
WOW Chains is one HELLVA HOT read!! HOME RUN Ms. Snyder HOME RUN!!

I finished this book last night and I'm STILL sweating from the hotness! DAMN!! The scenes and the sexual tension OMG!!

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Jesika is an insecure photographer who feels she isn't worthy of Connor. Connor is an attorney who is into BDSM. He sees Jesika as everything that he's ever wanted both in and out of the "bedroom". 1 night they get what they both want but Jesika runs due to her insecurities.

However a year later by a crazy twist of fate they run into each other at The Club. Is this chance meeting just fate playing an evil trick on Jesika and Connor or is this fate's way of saying they are meant to be together? My lips are sealed except to say if you're looking for a quick HOT read with NO cliffhangers then read Chains!!

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Profile Image for Sheila Brannan lake.
138 reviews6 followers
September 8, 2015
Poor innocent Jesika's world is turned upside down. I felt bad for her, but at the same time, she did it to herself. Connor should have talked to Jesika before he jumped head first. The whole situation could have been avoided had they just communicated a little. I love the sexual tension between Connor and Ashley, and Peter came out of nowhere, I didn't see that coming. Smoking hot read!
7 reviews
September 7, 2015
Loved this book! If you're looking for a sweet story with some hot BDSM this is it. I love that the main characters, Connor and Jesika, find their way back to one another and take the leap of faith to trust one another. They prove that if you keep an open mind, anything is possible.
36 reviews
September 7, 2015
Th Synder does it again. She did a great job inducing the main characters. Brings you into the world of BDSM, with passion and love. Fast paced book that won't disappoint.
Profile Image for Marina (Living In Our Own Story).
568 reviews9 followers
September 16, 2015
t.h. snyder is one of my favorite authors and I also love The Club books so the combination of both was definitely a must read ;) And when you take into account that it is also a short read, this is the perfect book for a relaxing night at home. I tried reading it while traveling but there are quite a few very hot scenes that are a little bit too racy for reading in public. Although, it could work if you have a really good poker face ;)

Jesika and Connor are quite interesting characters. Both of them carry demons from their past that pretty much destroys the relationship they were trying to build. But a chance meeting a year after completely changes the game. Both of them are still nursing broken hearts but together they manage to break from the chains from their past and find the strength to reach their safe haven. I think it is quite a romantic story for a second chance romance. Jesika and Connor are perfect for each other but initially they just meet at the wrong time. The addition of the pretty hot scenes just make the story more delicious ;)

As a whole, this is a great short read, especially if you are looking for a hot and sexy alpha with a dominant streak and his perfect other half :) So get your #oneclick finger ready and pick up a copy ;)

This review was originally posted at Living In Our Own Story Book Blog. I received an ARC of the book in exchange of an honest review.
Profile Image for Melonie Merritt.
156 reviews13 followers
September 22, 2015
There were some things about this book I enjoyed and other things that left me feeling like things were missing. I am a huge fan of this authors work. Once again she didn't disappoint with character development. This is a Novella but she was still able to develop the characters so that the reader could really get to know them and understand why they do the things that they do. Jesika and Conner make perfect leading characters. The book does have some great qualities that come with writing a BDSM erotica novella. There is some really hot scenes that go with a great plot.
WIth that being said I also struggled while reading this for a few reasons. The first one being that I am not sure the BDSM aspect of it was fully explained so that the reader can truely understand the relationship between a DOM and SUB. There was one scene that really made me feel this way but I don't want to put spoilers out there. The other thing that I struggled with was that while reading the book I felt like it was rushed. This is a novella but with Jesika being new to BDSM I felt like some things were glossed over that needed to be put in so that the reader can really get a feel for how she agrees to be in this kind of relationship. I just felt like important things were missing just so the story could move on to what came next.
While this book was not really for me I would say if Erotica is something you enjoy reading you may want to check this out.
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246 reviews15 followers
September 18, 2015
I really enjoyed Ms. Snyder's foray into BDSM romance! Jesika Maxwell is a beautiful, albeit quiet and reserved, photographer who is searching for something new and exciting. She meets and falls for Connor Samson - and let's face it, who wouldn't? He's handsome, successful, cultured, and sexy as hell. But his sexual tastes are a bit much for her and they are both devastated.

Unbeknownst to Jesika, her good friend Ashley is a Domme who knows Connor very well. After a year of heartache, Jesika is talked into going to a club — The Club — a private BDSM club so she can experience something new and exciting. Not only is Jesika a bit shocked by what she sees, she's horrified to find Connor there ... with someone else. Connor sees Jesika and comes to her aid when a drunken Dom accosts her. Connor, Ashely, and Jesika retire to a private room to calm down, and it's then that Ashley realizes that these two have been pining for each other for the past year.

Will Jesika give Connor a chance to introduce her to the BDSM lifestyle? Will she be able to submit to him? Will their love and desire for each other be enough to broach Jesika's insecurities?

I have to admit, I was unaware of this series, but you can bet your bottom dollar I'll be reading it —soon!
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176 reviews
September 7, 2015
Chains is t.h. snyder's first foray into the erotica genre and she nailed it! This may only be a novella, but it is packed with angst, pent up frustration, and sex. Hot, steamy sex.

Jesika is a fashion photographer dating a successful attorney, Connor. When he reveals his lifestyle to her, she runs the other way. Fast forward a year later, Jesika's sassy best friend, Ashley, forces her to go out and have some fun at The Club, an exclusive, secret sex club.

Connor can't get Ashley out of his mind, even a year later. He visits The Club often to try and forget about her. Until the night he sees her there, looking very sexy but afraid and unsure.

Their meeting at The Club provides another chance to be together. Will Jesika let go of her fears and trust Connor? Can Connor show her the passion and love that she craves?

If you have read other books by t.h. snyder this is not her typical novel. Her crossover to the erotica genre is flawless. Her writing is elevated to the next level and I hope us readers are given a full length novel similar to Chains.

Chains releases on September 18, 2015.

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36 reviews
September 21, 2015
I am not normally a fan of novella's. With that being said I am a huge fan of T.H. Snyder. I will read anything she writes. I have not read the other books in The Club series. T.H. Snyder did not disappoint me. I loved this novella. I think the only way it could have been better for me was if it was a full length novel instead of a novella. I would love to have seen more into their lives. I enjoyed seeing two people that could not be more opposite but yet have one thing in common which is their attraction for each other. Connor and Jesika have completely different personalities. Jesika is reserved and shy. Connor takes charge of everything in both his professional and personal life. If they want to be together they have to figure out how to make it work. Jesika is scared to share intimacy with another person but for a reason she can't figure out it seems easy with Connor. This is an amazing quick read.
Profile Image for Dawn.
441 reviews15 followers
December 23, 2015
Once again t.h snyder writes an incredible story. The beginning started out great. The feels I had between Jesika & Connor were awesome, sweet, loving & so so hot, but my heart took a nose dive to my feet when something happened that tore them apart. It hurt. I wanted them to keep going. I wanted to keep feeling what I felt, but it was gone & I wanted to cry. I enjoyed every minute of this story. It was a short story, but it flowed well & didn't seem rushed like some short stories do. There were hopes of Jesika & Connor getting together again but my hopes were denied a couple times. I'm not going to give too much detail because I want you to enjoy the story like I did, but I will say that I was smiling in the end. Great job T.H.!
Profile Image for Teresa Sewell.
63 reviews
September 12, 2015
I have yet to dislike anything written by T.H. Snyder, and Chains is no exception. A little darker story than her norm, entering into the world of BDSM, but still an amazing short story. Jesika and Connor have a connection between them, they know their chemistry is HOT. But when Connor opens to her about his lifestyle it scares that hell of out her and Jesika bolts. After a year of heartache life throws the two back together again. Connor has always been closed off to love and Jesika lacks confidence with her sexual inexperience. Together they can overcome these things to enjoy the HOTNESS they bring to each other! Great stand-alone!! Thoroughly enjoyable!
6 reviews
September 17, 2015
To this day, I have never been disappointed in a book that I have had the pleasure of reading by T.H Snyder. Holy HELL, this was one HOT & STEAMY book. As you're reading the book, you get so wrapped up in the characters and the novella, that you just can't put the book down! This is her most erotic book with a glimpse into the BDSM world. Tyf always has a way of making her readers understand the emotion between all her characters and this one was no exception. This was a HOT read and I am hoping to read more novella's from her that is written outside of her comfort zone. I would HIGHLY recommend this book! 5-Stars, Tyf!!!!!
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150 reviews1 follower
September 18, 2015
I just finished reading Chains by Author T.H. Snyder and this book was HOT. This book was so different from what this author usually writes and she wrote it beautifully. She really developed the characters so that you felt what they were going through. You just knew that this relationship for Connor was different than any other he had been in. As for Jesika she is such a sweetheart and you can tell she is completely torn about her feelings for Connor and the BDSM scene. You have to read this book to see how the author got these two over their hurdles and to navigate a relationship together. Can’t wait for more books from this author.
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835 reviews3 followers
October 5, 2015
If you handed me this book with no cover and no showing who the author was by just the title I would NEVER had known that t.h. snyder wrote this book. t.h. snyder stepped out of her comfort zone which is really hard to do and totally knocked our socks off with this story. There is not enough stars I can give this book cause it is just totally amazing. I think between the story line and knowing how hard it is to step away from something you are used to to go and do this whole new thing. t.h. snyder is a true inspiration.
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150 reviews2 followers
September 9, 2015
I've read a few books by this author and this one by far was the hottest!! I need a Connor in my life!!! This book was fantastic, very well written T.H. has left me needing a shower!! This chick can write some erotic that's for sure! I can't wait for more. Next time I'll be sure just to sit in cold water as I'm reading!! I absolutely love when an author goes out of her Comfort zone and try's something different it may not always work but it definitely did here. Congrats girl amazing read if I could give it 100 stars I would!
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18 reviews
September 18, 2015
Loved it!
Never a disappointment, t.h. snyder has done it again! As t.h. snyder dives into the world of BDSM the reader is thrust into the emotions of the sexually inexperienced vanilla female character as she is introduced to the Dom/sub experience. Will the chains that reserve her emotions be broken? Find out in this standalone novella. It's a must read!
Profile Image for Beth Slone .
317 reviews10 followers
September 9, 2015
Wow what a story. I love Jesika and Conner. I loved this book. I loved the characters and how much emotion they felt for each other. It was a great love story. Everyone needs to read this. I hope she will write more about them I would love to read more of there story. Another amazing story by t.h. Snyder.
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September 19, 2015
Chains

Loving the story between attorney Connor, and his BDSM sexy style, and he tries to draw sweet, innocent Jesika into it, but she gets scared,can it work out for them? They are so drawn to each other, can they truly give it a chance? Worth the read, great, emotional, love journey. Absolutely.
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1,251 reviews13 followers
September 22, 2015
Th Snyder does it again, she blew me away. I was hooked from the first page!! I truly couldn't put this book down. It's a very well written story and one that I know I will be able to read again and again. I also loved that the characters were very well developed. If I could give this book more than five stars I would!!
Profile Image for Julianne.
12 reviews4 followers
September 23, 2015
Oh my!!

My goodness T.h. Snyder has done it again with this novella! Not intended for anyone under 18. Connor and Jesika's story was amazing! Always leaving me wanting more! Goosebumps galore! She is an amazing author, mom, daughter and more! The cover is amazing and a great read.
Profile Image for Melanie.
138 reviews6 followers
September 18, 2015
T.H knocked this HOT HOT book out. For not being something she usually writes she killed it!! I love that she stepped out and tried something new.. Well done!
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97 reviews
September 10, 2015
Th Snyder has done it again! She nailed it with this genre!! You won't want to miss this! This guy is hot!! Everyone will love Connor and Jesika!! Oh and the bdsm!!
Profile Image for Joyce Vance.
64 reviews1 follower
September 17, 2015
All I can say is WOW!! T.H. Snyder is an amazing writer but she really outdid herself on this one.
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1,155 reviews32 followers
May 27, 2018
2 Stars

This story was confusing.

Conner and Jesika meet and date, after a few dates Conner makes a rather big deal about exposing who is irl by taking Jesika to an art exhibit about bdsm. He’s a dom at The Club. Jesika is as vanilla as it gets. They goto his place to finally have sex and he doms her but not really. Just commands her not to move and basically fucks her hard. Halfway through she doesn’t like it and bails.

A year later...

Through a long drawn out approach for a less than 100 page read; Jesika is friends with one of Conner’s friends from the club — yes they run into each other and yes it’s awful.

Next scene a month later? Yep they run into each other again but WAIT she wants to hang with him and have sex that night. This alpha dominant male flips and goes vanilla. He inner monologues about how it’s hard for him but he didn’t seem like he had a problem. Then he has her at The Club and she’s completely on board to play his way. But they don’t really go any further than commands of “Yes, sir”, blindfold, restrained to a wall and suede flogger that he uses twice! Then fucks her wo the blindfold.

There’s not enough bdsm scenes, real bdsm scenes for a book from The Club series. And it has my second most hated HEA endings ever: marriage proposal in the epilogue. My most hated is marriage because of pregnancy.
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1,489 reviews2 followers
May 25, 2016
The Chains that Bring You together

I have not been disappointed by any book Author t.h. Snyder. this was a new genre she entered and she has set a new bar. This is a subject many may turn their back on but this is what happens in a lot of relationship. The Dom and Sub relationship is a relationship like no other the and trust you need to make it work. Jesika was just a girl living life when Connor came into her life and she was happy for the first time in a long time. When he lets his guard down and show's her his life style she thought she could handle it but she freaks and runs. After being away from each other for a while they are brought back together by a mutual friend by accident. Now can they trust each other enough to make each other happy because Connor will not loose her again. Can Jesika open her eyes and heart to seeing that with a little pain Pleasure is right there for both. A job well done t.h. snyder.
Profile Image for Beth  Diaz.
176 reviews5 followers
November 22, 2015
This is a short story packed with sexyness. Jessika has a hard time expressing herself sexually, she is really closed, Connor is a power attorney with a kinky side. They are trying and is a fail. They go their ways, and what happens next, that you have to buy the book to know.

I love Jessika' s character and her spirit of getting things done her own way. I like a lot her friend Ashley, and how she sets Jessika back up for some more steamy and sexy loving with Connor.

What you should really know is that this book is amazingly written by the amazing t. h. snyder and it is full of sexy sex scenes and it is a great story of how true love can help a person gain confidence in themselves. I really love getting Ashley's story...just sayin'
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November 30, 2015
One amazing read!!!

Connor is a successful lawyer who has very distinctive tastes when it comes to his personal life. By day he handles cases in a corporate world, but at night he lets Sam take control...

Jesika is a sweet innocent photographer who wanted to be with the right man. She just didn't understand everything it would take to do just that.

I was gifted an ARC copy of Chains by author t.h. Snyder. This story is amazing! It draws you into their world from chapter one. You are so emotionally invested in this story you find yourself cheering for Jesika.
I completely recommend this book to everyone who loves to read!!
Profile Image for Jen Zingaro.
1,121 reviews174 followers
April 25, 2016
This story was good given that it was a novella. I am not sure how it plays in with the other Club books because this is the first one that I've read. A lot of it seemed very similar to FSOG. Loved the characters.
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