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Coalition Mates #4
Surrender
Sally Owens was content to spend her life hiding in plain sight, that is...as long as no one got too close or tried to wrestle the reigns away from her. When she goes out for a night on the town, getting kidnapped and shipped out into space was NOT what she had in mind. But above all else Sally is a survivor and she soon comes up with a plan to thrive in this new world. Arkenon Quinn is informed that one of the human refugees wants to join the Courtesan Guild and of course he is curious. However, when he meets the audacious and beautiful Sally he finds himself signing up to mentor her against his better judgement. What he couldn't have anticipated is how quickly this fascinating creature would steal his heart, forcing him to do something he's never had to do before - chase a female. Will Sally's painful past keep her from finding a future with the man who's like no other she's ever met? Or will she have the strength to place her body and soul in Arkenon's extremely capable hands? ** A Siren Erotic Romance
117 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 13, 2015
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About the author
Sarah Marsh
22 books52 followersI live in British Columbia, Canada; I have all my life. I went to culinary school and studied Pastry Arts, working as a Pastry Chef in Vancouver for five years. But the commute into the city got to me and I had to change careers back to an office. I still work full time; I now work for a sporting goods wholesaler in accounting…which is where my twitchy creative side began to get restless…and as my Baba used to say, “Idle hands are the Devils playthings.” Or in my case, idle hands get me into all sorts of trouble; so I go a little bananas on the hobby side of things. I still love to cook and bake, I do a large amount of recipe creating and the boys at work certainly appreciate being sacrificed as taste testers. I am also a stress knitter, to the point that I had to open my own Etsy shop to unload some of the scarves I make. Realistically there’re only so many scarves a gal can make and keep for herself before people start to judge you…. I also paint when the muse hits me, mostly abstract in acrylics. I love to garden and grow things, have a weakness for all animals, and an un-natural obsession for making jam. I literally made 24 different kinds of jam last summer, it’s a bit of a problem….but there’s just so many different kinds you can create! Who am I to say no to see what Tiger’s Blood jam would taste like? (it’s strawberry, watermelon and coconut by the way….and it was AMAZEBALLS.)
I’ve always had a love of reading, science fiction and paranormal genres have always fascinated me, so once I found myself addicted to romance novels it really only made sense that the sci fi romance genre drew me like a moth to a flame. I only started writing about a year ago, it took me a long time to get Sarah’s Crew to the point where I would let someone else read what I was writing, let alone send it into a publisher. But eventually I did and after one fairly nice rejection I moved on and found Siren. I’ve been so impressed at how supportive and helpful all the other Siren authors have been through this entire process, I’m a little on the shy side so the social media and marketing part of the writing process has been intimidating to say the least. My goal is to keep working on my writing skills and to hopefully improve with each book, and I hope that anyone who reads them enjoys the world that I’m trying to create!
I’ve always had a love of reading, science fiction and paranormal genres have always fascinated me, so once I found myself addicted to romance novels it really only made sense that the sci fi romance genre drew me like a moth to a flame. I only started writing about a year ago, it took me a long time to get Sarah’s Crew to the point where I would let someone else read what I was writing, let alone send it into a publisher. But eventually I did and after one fairly nice rejection I moved on and found Siren. I’ve been so impressed at how supportive and helpful all the other Siren authors have been through this entire process, I’m a little on the shy side so the social media and marketing part of the writing process has been intimidating to say the least. My goal is to keep working on my writing skills and to hopefully improve with each book, and I hope that anyone who reads them enjoys the world that I’m trying to create!
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November 9, 2015
So, I don’t know how to start this. I usually start with a phrase and there goes, but sometimes when I’m so wrapped up with what I’m reading I kinda forget about it. And well, a new author means cherry-popping, so here goes.
I actually liked Sally from the get go. She was an embodiment of mostly female species, and I really mean species. Yes, the brave façade and very socially attitude to hide something within. I think what I like most about her is her want to explore her sexuality even if she didn’t know it.
Arkenon was cunning and mischievous and it’s actually quite refreshing. I mean I didn’t expect those qualities to be found in a man and yet I find them sexy in Ark. He’s also dominant.
It was, for the most part, a mix of highs and lows for me. The conversations were funny, and sometimes sweet and sexy. The interactions overall were endearing and cute. And the characters were actually you know you’ll love.
The setting were in a planet called Sirus so this is a case of some intergalactic love. What pique my curiosity most is because of the intergalactic setting and the Coalition Forces they were talking about. There was this also called as the Courtesan Guild of the Sirus, which they were most famous in. So there were different species and aliens and different colorings and shifter and it wasn’t actually hard to follow that about since most of the interactions were with Sirutians.
I think there comes the lows for me. This is the fourth book in the series and my first read so I’m not sure but I don’t really have the overall feel of what it’s like to live in Sirus planet. With all the classes Sally had to attend, the only thing I’ve known was the etiquette class. I think it would have been more great if I was to know the culture more aside from the practices I’ve already read. Also,I wanted to know what they would learn in the classes, and well, also her one on one apprenticeship.
I always hated when the descriptions were so vivid because it leaves nothing for my imagination. But here, I actually liked how everything was described, it wasn’t down onto little details but just to give you something you can imagine. But I guess, I was missing something. I think it would have been better if I get the overall feel of how it is to live in a different planet, and how it looked. I don’t know, all I’ve been where in the buildings and that well where the bond mating was. Speaking of it, it was quite sexy and hot and sensual.
So what else? I guess, there’s that. I’m not much sure with their tech aside from the comms and it’s all I’ve noticed so far. Aside from my other issues, I enjoyed reading quite well. I love Sally’s friend Eve and Benic and I don’t have issues with the sexual preferences nor the displays. Also, the addition of Kalista was quite intriguing. I look forward to reading her story, and of course the rest of the mates, so that’s like I think this series will grew on me.
March 28, 2016
Sarah Marsh is the queen of Sci Fi Romance every book she brings out is more outstanding than the last I do not no how she does it but Miss Marsh is seriously talented so much so that the very opening lines too this book had me Hooked.
Sally Owens is content to spend her life away hiding in well plain sight, that is….. well as long as no one got too close too her or tries to wrestle the reigns away.
When she decides too let her hair down which takes all her courage, she ends up getting kidnapped and shipped out into outer space which was so NOT what she had in mind. If at all. But Sally is a survivor and she soon comes up with a great plan to thrive and adapt in this new world that has been thrust upon her.
Arkenon Quinn has been informed that one of the human refugees that were rescued wants to join the Courtesan Guild and well he is curious to say the least. However, when he meets the plucky firebrand who makes him wonder what beautiful Sally is all about, so what is a guy too do but mentor her even if it is against his better judgement. What he couldn't have or wouldn't have anticipated is how quickly this fascinating human would steal his very heart, Now he is pushed with a new dilemma something he’s never had to do ever...... chase a woman.
But will Sally’s painful past stop her from finding her forever with this amazing hulk of a man who is like no other that she has ever met or wanted to?
Will she gather all of her strength and place her mind body and soul in Arkenon’s hands?
Can love this pure and beautiful survive?
So this is book four of Coalition Mates and by far my favourite, well until the next book captures my heart :) as I said above from the first line of the book I was a goner see Miss Marsh has this poem that captured my full being and my heart, I have this poem pinned too my bedroom wall that's how much is resonated with me.
" Surrender me with words.
Inspire me with passion.
Blind me with longing.
Break me with need.
Bind me with Love."
Seriously this is a mighty start too an amazing book.
As the characters go Sally and Arkenon are one of the best too date I love the fiery interplay between them I adore the yin and yang the flow of how they come together.
Sally is independent yet quiet she is not the one too go out yet she comes out of her bubble for the night and well it doesn't go too plan and then some, so she is kidnapped and then rescued and on a different planet with different races.... yes it is mind boggling but rather amazing she takes it all in her stride and is rather confident about it all. she has so many qualities that I love about her and want everyone else too love as well.
Arkenon is a man and a half he has charisma and the looks too boot and the charm wowza just one look is enough too make you swoon and your panties drop too the ground. But as much as he has all this he has a complexity about him that no one but Sally can get see she crawls in too his heart little by little he never expected a tiny human too make him have so much feelings and emotions, he well is just not use too this after all look at who he is and the job he has, women come to him right??
My favourite part was the ending and yes some may seem it is weird but its where we meet these amazing three characters we see a glimpse of what there capable of and hints of the longing and the needs that they need too complete themselves, they have to have there own story " hears me begging the author"
Sarah Marsh is super talented an an author you have too read ... seriously you are missing out. Read All Her Books.
5 Out Of 5 Stars From Cariad Books
Sally Owens is content to spend her life away hiding in well plain sight, that is….. well as long as no one got too close too her or tries to wrestle the reigns away.
When she decides too let her hair down which takes all her courage, she ends up getting kidnapped and shipped out into outer space which was so NOT what she had in mind. If at all. But Sally is a survivor and she soon comes up with a great plan to thrive and adapt in this new world that has been thrust upon her.
Arkenon Quinn has been informed that one of the human refugees that were rescued wants to join the Courtesan Guild and well he is curious to say the least. However, when he meets the plucky firebrand who makes him wonder what beautiful Sally is all about, so what is a guy too do but mentor her even if it is against his better judgement. What he couldn't have or wouldn't have anticipated is how quickly this fascinating human would steal his very heart, Now he is pushed with a new dilemma something he’s never had to do ever...... chase a woman.
But will Sally’s painful past stop her from finding her forever with this amazing hulk of a man who is like no other that she has ever met or wanted to?
Will she gather all of her strength and place her mind body and soul in Arkenon’s hands?
Can love this pure and beautiful survive?
So this is book four of Coalition Mates and by far my favourite, well until the next book captures my heart :) as I said above from the first line of the book I was a goner see Miss Marsh has this poem that captured my full being and my heart, I have this poem pinned too my bedroom wall that's how much is resonated with me.
" Surrender me with words.
Inspire me with passion.
Blind me with longing.
Break me with need.
Bind me with Love."
Seriously this is a mighty start too an amazing book.
As the characters go Sally and Arkenon are one of the best too date I love the fiery interplay between them I adore the yin and yang the flow of how they come together.
Sally is independent yet quiet she is not the one too go out yet she comes out of her bubble for the night and well it doesn't go too plan and then some, so she is kidnapped and then rescued and on a different planet with different races.... yes it is mind boggling but rather amazing she takes it all in her stride and is rather confident about it all. she has so many qualities that I love about her and want everyone else too love as well.
Arkenon is a man and a half he has charisma and the looks too boot and the charm wowza just one look is enough too make you swoon and your panties drop too the ground. But as much as he has all this he has a complexity about him that no one but Sally can get see she crawls in too his heart little by little he never expected a tiny human too make him have so much feelings and emotions, he well is just not use too this after all look at who he is and the job he has, women come to him right??
My favourite part was the ending and yes some may seem it is weird but its where we meet these amazing three characters we see a glimpse of what there capable of and hints of the longing and the needs that they need too complete themselves, they have to have there own story " hears me begging the author"
Sarah Marsh is super talented an an author you have too read ... seriously you are missing out. Read All Her Books.
5 Out Of 5 Stars From Cariad Books
November 6, 2015
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Surrender (coalition mates book 4) by Sarah Marsh
On starting this book you meet Sally who is clearly suffering the hangover from hell routine but then when she realises she isn’t in any familiar place she realises something is not right. We then go into the world that is in all extent pretty much the Ideal world there is no sexual prejudice no matter your sexual orientation no racism etc. so the human females then have to choose their new career paths and Sally chooses to become a guild courtesan after all her whole life has been about one night stand and never getting into a relationship and then enters the guild master Ark. Ark has never found a woman that can keep his interest for more than a few weeks but when he hears of the female human that wants to train as a courtesan he decides to train her for himself after all h is interested in the human race due to the fact his brother choose a female human as his mate! What neither Sally nor Ark realised is that the feeling between the two of them would be more than just about training but just how far will their relationship go? There is a jealous female the waiting in the form of Arks last contracted courtesan and she is not happy with the affections and attention being lavished on the new female human but will she take maters too far and leave guild master Ark nursing a broken heart?
There are a few characters within the book to keep your eyes on. Im sure a lot more will be revealed in future releases.
So the story itself is fantastic I did however feel that it ended a little suddenly and hoping it will pick up in the next story. The writing style is good and I loved reading about this ideal world. There are plenty of steamy scenes in the book and even a bit of M/M and M/M/F going on. There is an element of the Dom/sub thing going on as well.
I look forwards to reading the next part in this series
I rate this story 4 stars
Surrender (coalition mates book 4) by Sarah Marsh
On starting this book you meet Sally who is clearly suffering the hangover from hell routine but then when she realises she isn’t in any familiar place she realises something is not right. We then go into the world that is in all extent pretty much the Ideal world there is no sexual prejudice no matter your sexual orientation no racism etc. so the human females then have to choose their new career paths and Sally chooses to become a guild courtesan after all her whole life has been about one night stand and never getting into a relationship and then enters the guild master Ark. Ark has never found a woman that can keep his interest for more than a few weeks but when he hears of the female human that wants to train as a courtesan he decides to train her for himself after all h is interested in the human race due to the fact his brother choose a female human as his mate! What neither Sally nor Ark realised is that the feeling between the two of them would be more than just about training but just how far will their relationship go? There is a jealous female the waiting in the form of Arks last contracted courtesan and she is not happy with the affections and attention being lavished on the new female human but will she take maters too far and leave guild master Ark nursing a broken heart?
There are a few characters within the book to keep your eyes on. Im sure a lot more will be revealed in future releases.
So the story itself is fantastic I did however feel that it ended a little suddenly and hoping it will pick up in the next story. The writing style is good and I loved reading about this ideal world. There are plenty of steamy scenes in the book and even a bit of M/M and M/M/F going on. There is an element of the Dom/sub thing going on as well.
I look forwards to reading the next part in this series
I rate this story 4 stars
November 9, 2015
I haven't read a scifi erotica in a while so I was looking forward to reading this one. Sally is out on a night out with her friends. The next time she wakes up she finds out she's in a planet called Sirus. She soon finds out she was kidnapped by alien slave traders along with her friends and later rescued by another set of aliens (good ones this time) who are now married to her friend Eva.
Sally doesn't even have the option of going back to Earth. Now she has to figure out what she's going to do with herself on a new planet. She decides she's going to be a courtesan and this is when she comes to the attention of Arkenon who decided to mentor her. Sally is shocked to find out he's going to be her mentor. Especially since Arkenon seems to see through her so easily. But she's not a woman to back down from a challenge.
I loved Arkenon's consistency and determination. It proved why he was the Guild Master. He was the man to finally show Sally what she needed. This story took a while to get going for me but when it did, these two were great to watch as they fell in love. And together they were hot.
Sally doesn't even have the option of going back to Earth. Now she has to figure out what she's going to do with herself on a new planet. She decides she's going to be a courtesan and this is when she comes to the attention of Arkenon who decided to mentor her. Sally is shocked to find out he's going to be her mentor. Especially since Arkenon seems to see through her so easily. But she's not a woman to back down from a challenge.
I loved Arkenon's consistency and determination. It proved why he was the Guild Master. He was the man to finally show Sally what she needed. This story took a while to get going for me but when it did, these two were great to watch as they fell in love. And together they were hot.
November 11, 2015
This is the first book of Sarah's that I have read and I am totally hooked. I can't wait to read the rest of the series. All added to my wish list after reading this one.
Sally is kidnapped while out for a girls' night with a friend. She wakes up in space and living a new life. She has many options for what her life will look like now and decides that she wants to be part of the Courtesan Guild. This brings us to Arkenon the leader of the Guild who wants her from the moment he meets her. He decides to train her personally with the objective of mates. They really are scorching hot together and there are some definitely steamy moments shared. There's a bit of intrigue in the mix with a faction that wants to get rid of the Earth girls. I enjoyed this part of the story as well as the steam.
I give Surrender 4 hearts!
Sally is kidnapped while out for a girls' night with a friend. She wakes up in space and living a new life. She has many options for what her life will look like now and decides that she wants to be part of the Courtesan Guild. This brings us to Arkenon the leader of the Guild who wants her from the moment he meets her. He decides to train her personally with the objective of mates. They really are scorching hot together and there are some definitely steamy moments shared. There's a bit of intrigue in the mix with a faction that wants to get rid of the Earth girls. I enjoyed this part of the story as well as the steam.
I give Surrender 4 hearts!
November 15, 2017
The author continues to delight the scifi romance genre with her deep characters and fabulous landscapes. Surrender is a highly recommended read!
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January 19, 2016
Sexual Chemistry Ablaze In The Stars!
Sarah Marsh Has Out Done Even Herself! She has delivered the finest in this series to date! This is her fourth book in her Coalition Mates Series!
I knew they would be good when I first seen them. But never in my wildest dreams could I have anticipated how great they would turn out to actually be!
Arkenon Quinn is the Guild Master on Sirus and has the final say on applicants to the Courtesan Guild...When Sally Owens applied he is smitten from his first glance! But Sally has issues that Arkenon needs her to confronts first. When he basically tricks her into agreeing to submitting to him for training, she has her hands full. Because she can't control him like the men from her past. Arkenon opens up a whole new world for Sally introducing her to the beauty of true submission.
Ms Marsh takes the reader on a trip through the halls of the Courtesan guild, teaching us the joys and trials involved with any D/s relationship. And lets us lay witness to the intensely hot scenes of men, women, and the groups they form as they explore the world of sensuality on Sirus.
Sarah Marsh is one of the leading talents in this genre and shows us time and again how thrilling a ride through the stars can be!
I received this book in exchange for a fair and honest opinion and review. 5 Stars All The Way!
Sarah Marsh Has Out Done Even Herself! She has delivered the finest in this series to date! This is her fourth book in her Coalition Mates Series!
I knew they would be good when I first seen them. But never in my wildest dreams could I have anticipated how great they would turn out to actually be!
Arkenon Quinn is the Guild Master on Sirus and has the final say on applicants to the Courtesan Guild...When Sally Owens applied he is smitten from his first glance! But Sally has issues that Arkenon needs her to confronts first. When he basically tricks her into agreeing to submitting to him for training, she has her hands full. Because she can't control him like the men from her past. Arkenon opens up a whole new world for Sally introducing her to the beauty of true submission.
Ms Marsh takes the reader on a trip through the halls of the Courtesan guild, teaching us the joys and trials involved with any D/s relationship. And lets us lay witness to the intensely hot scenes of men, women, and the groups they form as they explore the world of sensuality on Sirus.
Sarah Marsh is one of the leading talents in this genre and shows us time and again how thrilling a ride through the stars can be!
I received this book in exchange for a fair and honest opinion and review. 5 Stars All The Way!
April 9, 2016
Coalition Mates, 4 Surrender by Sarah Marsh has to be my favorite book in this series so far. Lots of action, adventure, but what really drew me to this one is the personal journey that Sally goes through. She has many facets to her personality and is a very vibrant character. One that you can admire as well as cheer for. She is the kind of character you would want in your corner. Loyal, sassy, fierce, and slightly vulnerable too. That softness makes her truly lovable.
Arkenon he is suppose to be professional in training Sally but for this fiercely private man it is hard when he wants the woman he is training. I love how he convinces Sally she wants him too. There are many layers to him that make him both Alpha and part geeky. I love that combination.
Over all this is a great addition to this amazing series. I would read them in order, I feel the tone and the storyline builds on itself over time. I love the world building in this one! So much to love. When you want a romantic scifi you can sink into this is the one to pick up.
Five Shooting Stars and Reviewer's Choice Award
Arkenon he is suppose to be professional in training Sally but for this fiercely private man it is hard when he wants the woman he is training. I love how he convinces Sally she wants him too. There are many layers to him that make him both Alpha and part geeky. I love that combination.
Over all this is a great addition to this amazing series. I would read them in order, I feel the tone and the storyline builds on itself over time. I love the world building in this one! So much to love. When you want a romantic scifi you can sink into this is the one to pick up.
Five Shooting Stars and Reviewer's Choice Award
January 19, 2016
This is the 4th book in this series and I am super excited to have been along for the ride…
Not only did the author change the setup by making the book MF instead of a Menage like the past three… but she gave us some ridiculous HOT sex scenes…
I mean blow the roof, turn over and have sex with ur boo, or take a very cold shower …. and to be honest that might not even work lol…
Sarah wakes up from a stasis sleep to find herself in a new world… Thanks to her BFF Eve her introduction comes from someone she trusts and allows her accept her new life…
After looking at her options for work she decided to join the courtesan alliance…
Ark is a the guild master and the second he sees Sarah he knows she will be his and only his…
A lot of things happen in this that help setup the direction this series is going… I give this book 5 diamonds… because sometimes in life we have to make sure we get what we need out of life not what we think we need…
Not only did the author change the setup by making the book MF instead of a Menage like the past three… but she gave us some ridiculous HOT sex scenes…
I mean blow the roof, turn over and have sex with ur boo, or take a very cold shower …. and to be honest that might not even work lol…
Sarah wakes up from a stasis sleep to find herself in a new world… Thanks to her BFF Eve her introduction comes from someone she trusts and allows her accept her new life…
After looking at her options for work she decided to join the courtesan alliance…
Ark is a the guild master and the second he sees Sarah he knows she will be his and only his…
A lot of things happen in this that help setup the direction this series is going… I give this book 5 diamonds… because sometimes in life we have to make sure we get what we need out of life not what we think we need…
January 3, 2016
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This is the 2nd book I've read from the Coalition Mates series and, I must say, Sarah didn't fail to deliver the heat on this one either. Surrender contains acts of voyeurism, exhibitionism, spanking, anal and bondage play.
Also, she has sex scenes involving m/m, m/w, m/m/w, and m/m/m/w.
Sounds kinky, right?
Just wait until you read the chapter where Sally and Ark attend Galen's get-together. Trust me folks, this is not a party where you'll find couples yawning out of boredom. No, what you'll read will have your temperature skyrocketing, legs clenching, and maybe you might even find yourself panting a little bit. ;)
Score: 4 1/2 - www.superkambrook.com
This is the 2nd book I've read from the Coalition Mates series and, I must say, Sarah didn't fail to deliver the heat on this one either. Surrender contains acts of voyeurism, exhibitionism, spanking, anal and bondage play.
Also, she has sex scenes involving m/m, m/w, m/m/w, and m/m/m/w.
Sounds kinky, right?
Just wait until you read the chapter where Sally and Ark attend Galen's get-together. Trust me folks, this is not a party where you'll find couples yawning out of boredom. No, what you'll read will have your temperature skyrocketing, legs clenching, and maybe you might even find yourself panting a little bit. ;)
Score: 4 1/2 - www.superkambrook.com
September 13, 2016
Wonderful
I can't believe I forgot to write this I read this book for the second time today and realized I never filled this out This book is the fourth in a series and I really really wish she would write more the whole set of books are fantastic this particular one is no exception if you have not read the Coalition Mate series I highly recommend that you do Totally Wonderful
I can't believe I forgot to write this I read this book for the second time today and realized I never filled this out This book is the fourth in a series and I really really wish she would write more the whole set of books are fantastic this particular one is no exception if you have not read the Coalition Mate series I highly recommend that you do Totally Wonderful
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