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On my fourteenth birthday, I was promised to a very wealthy man... A domineering man. A powerful man. On that day, the first of two transactions were made with my very unloving parents.
I became his possession.
Something to own.
Something to keep.
An object intended only for his desire, his pleasure, and his ... indulgence.
Although promised to this man, I at least remained safe ... untouched ... pure. I was to be his and his alone.
On my eighteenth birthday, the second transaction took place.
I escaped...
But he came for me.
Now, I'm his. He owns my body and my soul.
And, as if all of that wasn't enough, he wants to own my heart too.
I’m trying to resist him—trying to fight that irresistible monster inside of him. But, as with everything else in my life, nothing is ever that easy.
Warning: Contains graphic scenes with sexual assault content. Please proceed with caution.
I became his possession.
Something to own.
Something to keep.
An object intended only for his desire, his pleasure, and his ... indulgence.
Although promised to this man, I at least remained safe ... untouched ... pure. I was to be his and his alone.
On my eighteenth birthday, the second transaction took place.
I escaped...
But he came for me.
Now, I'm his. He owns my body and my soul.
And, as if all of that wasn't enough, he wants to own my heart too.
I’m trying to resist him—trying to fight that irresistible monster inside of him. But, as with everything else in my life, nothing is ever that easy.
Warning: Contains graphic scenes with sexual assault content. Please proceed with caution.
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 10, 2017
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Jaimie Roberts
30 books1,865 followersJaimie Roberts was born in London, but moved to Gibraltar in 2001. She is married with two sons, and in her spare time, she writes.
In June 2013, Jaimie published her first book, Take a Breath, with the second released in November 2013. With the reviews, Jaimie took time out to read and learn how to become a better writer. She gets tremendous enjoyment out of writing, and even more so from the feedback she receives.
If you would like to send Jaimie a message, please do so by visiting her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJaimie....
In June 2013, Jaimie published her first book, Take a Breath, with the second released in November 2013. With the reviews, Jaimie took time out to read and learn how to become a better writer. She gets tremendous enjoyment out of writing, and even more so from the feedback she receives.
If you would like to send Jaimie a message, please do so by visiting her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJaimie....
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March 22, 2017
2 Stars
I obviously did not read the same book as everyone else.
Because everyone else's book was 4+ stars.
But my book?
This book?
Was sloppy, sloppy, sloppy, all over the fucking place SLOPPY.
The time jumps made no sense.
I felt like I was playing drunken hopscotch on a rocky hill.
Evelyn was a little punk bitch and I wanted Drake to drop kick her ass.
And Drake's supposedly "dark" backstory?
Well, it was just lame.
Sorry, but I've read it in at least three other books before.
And it was done better in those, quite frankly.
Here it felt like a plot band-aid.
Or a broke ass hopscotch square.
All of this was a bit of a bummer because the story and premise had SO much ridiculously dark potential.
As I said though, this was just a sloppy mess for me.
I couldn't buy in.
Oh well, can't love them all.
And I got it via KU, thankfully, so...
Next!
I obviously did not read the same book as everyone else.
Because everyone else's book was 4+ stars.
But my book?
This book?
Was sloppy, sloppy, sloppy, all over the fucking place SLOPPY.
The time jumps made no sense.
I felt like I was playing drunken hopscotch on a rocky hill.
Evelyn was a little punk bitch and I wanted Drake to drop kick her ass.
And Drake's supposedly "dark" backstory?
Well, it was just lame.
Sorry, but I've read it in at least three other books before.
And it was done better in those, quite frankly.
Here it felt like a plot band-aid.
Or a broke ass hopscotch square.
All of this was a bit of a bummer because the story and premise had SO much ridiculously dark potential.
As I said though, this was just a sloppy mess for me.
I couldn't buy in.
Oh well, can't love them all.
And I got it via KU, thankfully, so...
Next!
March 15, 2017
4 Stars!!
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Dayum, what a ride! 'Possession' is dark, intriguing and kept me at the edge of my seat the entire time. A depraved dark erotica from beginning until the end, Jamie Roberts’s newest release is gripping, captivating, magnetic, violent and brutal and contains graphic scenes with sexual assault content, so please proceed with caution. If you are not a fan of dark stories, this is not the book for you. An incredibly written tale of love and possession, this story is told in such a way you will not want to put it down for one minute. The fact that this is a forbidden tale made me devour these characters’ twisted story from start to finish. So if you are like me, and love dark stories and are looking for an intense, shocking read, then look no further, and try this enthralling novel.
“Do you know what happens when you rattle an animals cage for years and then suddenly let him in?”
Evelyn met Drake Salvatore, the owner of an empire and one of the most powerful men on earth, when she was just twelve years old. At the age of fourteen Evelyn was sold by her parents to Drake, with the “promise” to became his on the day of her eighteenth birthday. At the age of sixteen, Drake's obsession with her became the source of her obsession with him.
Drake is a man who takes what he wants and he will stop at nothing to get the one he wants in his life, in his house, in his bed. He wants Evelyn. He wants to take care of her, to protect her, to love her, to control her. And one way or another, he will get her.
“This man seems to have a power that holds my attention. I can’t look away. I couldn’t even if I’d wanted to.”
Evelyn is aware of the fact that Drake is the only man who had ever really taken care of her. He’s the only one who has shown her any love, the only one who has protected her over the years, but she doesn’t know how to feel about him. Not when he treats her like an object, not when he’s so mercurial. Needless to say, he brings out the worst mixed emotions in her. Evelyn’s life is really turned upside down on her eighteenth birthday. As much as she tries to resist Drake, she simply can’t. He owns her. He owns her body, her souls and, even if she doesn’t admit it, he owns her heart as well.
“Just remember one thing for me, Evelyn. No matter what I do, I am not a monster.”
What a gripping, enthralling story this one turned out to be. 'Possession' is fantastically written, captivating, wonderfully twisted and messed with my mind from the very beginning. Before starting this, keep in mind that the story is violent and disturbing at times, with some very graphic scenes that, without a doubt, will make many readers cringe.
The story starts with a bang, which I loved, and is told both in the past and the present from our heroine’s POV. Personally, I would have liked the story to be written in dual POV, because there were many times when I wanted and needed to be in Drake’s head. However, Drake’s portrayal through Evelyn’s eyes is fascinating. His character is multi-layered and really intriguing. Drake is not a good man. He’s ruthless, selfish, cold and despicable. He got on my nerves a couple of times and his mercurial temperament frustrated the hell out of me, but overall, like I said, he's intriguing as f@ck. He is such an asshole with Evelyn, trying and succeeding to control everything in her life. His past is gradually revealed, which I enjoyed, and it was interesting to read about.
“I thought I knew him, but how wrong I was. This is nothing like the Drake I knew. This man— whoever he is— is worse than a monster. He’s the devil himself.”
Evelyn is a great heroine…for the most part. I really sympathized with her as the story unfolded. Her portrayal is pretty well done. She’s strong, stubborn as a mule, naïve and also vulnerable at times. She fights Drake with every opportunity and she disobeys him at every turn, which I found to be frustrating, but also kind of fascinating.
The plot is well-developed, filled with twists and turns that kept me engrossed with the story until the end. Like I mentioned above, I was at the edge of my seat the entire time for multiple reasons and I loved every minute of it.
All in all, 'Possession' is a fantastic and addictive dark erotica. It’s gritty, it’s twisted and it will captivate you from the beginning.
“That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.”
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March 20, 2017
***I was provided a complimentary ARC of this book, by the author, in exchange for honest feedback.***
Wow! Jaimie Roberts never ceases to blow me away with the completely f*cked-up stories that come out of her twisted mind. If you've followed my reviews for long, you know that dark, disturbing stories are my favorite kind. I just love a story that pushes my boundaries and makes me tremble with equal parts fear and anticipation. This is exactly that kind of story.
Now, if you're not a fan of truly dark content then this book will have absolutely no appeal for you. Ms. Roberts is not an author that is afraid to write truly dark stories. This is not a quasi-dark story that toes the line. Nope! She steps right over the line and boldly keeps on going. So read the disclaimer and take it seriously. There is violence, rape, abuse, etc., and not in that fluffy "almost dark" way that fills the pages of many romance books. (No judgment. Just be forewarned.)
So, if knowing that, you choose to read this book then buckle up. Ms. Roberts holds nothing back. This book is graphic. It's disturbing. It's offensive. It will make you squirm in your seat and make you cringe. I loved every damn minute!
'POSSESSION' centers on Evelyn, who is a very young girl when she first meets the much older Drake Salvatore. She is certainly not a priority for her despicable parents, who frequently entertain shady characters of all sorts in their home. In fact, this is how Evelyn first comes to meet Drake.
While her parents are inattentive and downright negligent on their best days, Drake is anything but. After meeting Evelyn, he goes out of his way to spend time with her. He takes her for ice cream, buys her presents and becomes a father-figure of sorts. She comes to rely heavily upon him for companionship and protection. Only, his feelings toward Evelyn are a far cry from fatherly.
When Evelyn's parents try to sell her to another, Drake comes to the "rescue". At the age of 14, Evelyn is sold to Drake. However, she is to remain at home with her parents until she is 18 and Drake claims her.
To say the least, this whole scenario was very creepy. On the one hand, Drake assumes this protective, caring persona. He spoils Evelyn and seems to adore her.
On the other hand, there is nothing reassuring about a man that purchases a 14 year-old girl. He may be holding off until she is of legal age, but it is evident that his intentions are not innocent. This was made very clear in the opening pages of the book, before going back in time to tell their story from the start.
It was very hard to reconcile the two "Drakes" that were presented. We have the sweet guy that is almost swoon-worthy. This Drake is in stark contrast to the abusive, "rapey" monster that wants only to break Evelyn. My head was spinning.
From start to finish, I could not pull myself away from this book. I wasn't sure if I wanted to cover my eyes or dive right in. Days later, I'm still conflicted and trying to make sense of how I feel about this story, which really says something.
That being said, I do have a couple of criticisms. (Shocking, I know.) First, there were quite a few editing oversights. However, since I was provided an ARC, it is highly likely that many of those errors were corrected in the final version. So, that might be a non-issue.
The only other gripe that I have is that Evelyn's reactions to some of Drake's actions were not especially believable. I would have expected, and craved, much more emotion. Where was the anger, betrayal and pain? The things that he did were horrendous and she seemed to take it with a grain of salt. I know that her life was pretty bad, but still. I think I was more upset by his actions than Evelyn was.
Overall, this was still a fantastic dark read. I applaud Ms. Roberts for not being afraid to really embrace the dark aspects of this story. Doing so always causes a lot of controversy and upset. In my opinion, pushing readers limits is what makes a truly wonderful story. I love it when a story makes me uncomfortable and gets my heart racing. 'POSSESSION' certainly does that.
No rainbows and unicorns here. Expect to have your mind blown! This isn't a story for everyone, but fans of dark romance/erotica won't want to miss it!
Wow! Jaimie Roberts never ceases to blow me away with the completely f*cked-up stories that come out of her twisted mind. If you've followed my reviews for long, you know that dark, disturbing stories are my favorite kind. I just love a story that pushes my boundaries and makes me tremble with equal parts fear and anticipation. This is exactly that kind of story.
Now, if you're not a fan of truly dark content then this book will have absolutely no appeal for you. Ms. Roberts is not an author that is afraid to write truly dark stories. This is not a quasi-dark story that toes the line. Nope! She steps right over the line and boldly keeps on going. So read the disclaimer and take it seriously. There is violence, rape, abuse, etc., and not in that fluffy "almost dark" way that fills the pages of many romance books. (No judgment. Just be forewarned.)
So, if knowing that, you choose to read this book then buckle up. Ms. Roberts holds nothing back. This book is graphic. It's disturbing. It's offensive. It will make you squirm in your seat and make you cringe. I loved every damn minute!
'POSSESSION' centers on Evelyn, who is a very young girl when she first meets the much older Drake Salvatore. She is certainly not a priority for her despicable parents, who frequently entertain shady characters of all sorts in their home. In fact, this is how Evelyn first comes to meet Drake.
While her parents are inattentive and downright negligent on their best days, Drake is anything but. After meeting Evelyn, he goes out of his way to spend time with her. He takes her for ice cream, buys her presents and becomes a father-figure of sorts. She comes to rely heavily upon him for companionship and protection. Only, his feelings toward Evelyn are a far cry from fatherly.
When Evelyn's parents try to sell her to another, Drake comes to the "rescue". At the age of 14, Evelyn is sold to Drake. However, she is to remain at home with her parents until she is 18 and Drake claims her.
To say the least, this whole scenario was very creepy. On the one hand, Drake assumes this protective, caring persona. He spoils Evelyn and seems to adore her.
On the other hand, there is nothing reassuring about a man that purchases a 14 year-old girl. He may be holding off until she is of legal age, but it is evident that his intentions are not innocent. This was made very clear in the opening pages of the book, before going back in time to tell their story from the start.
It was very hard to reconcile the two "Drakes" that were presented. We have the sweet guy that is almost swoon-worthy. This Drake is in stark contrast to the abusive, "rapey" monster that wants only to break Evelyn. My head was spinning.
From start to finish, I could not pull myself away from this book. I wasn't sure if I wanted to cover my eyes or dive right in. Days later, I'm still conflicted and trying to make sense of how I feel about this story, which really says something.
That being said, I do have a couple of criticisms. (Shocking, I know.) First, there were quite a few editing oversights. However, since I was provided an ARC, it is highly likely that many of those errors were corrected in the final version. So, that might be a non-issue.
The only other gripe that I have is that Evelyn's reactions to some of Drake's actions were not especially believable. I would have expected, and craved, much more emotion. Where was the anger, betrayal and pain? The things that he did were horrendous and she seemed to take it with a grain of salt. I know that her life was pretty bad, but still. I think I was more upset by his actions than Evelyn was.
Overall, this was still a fantastic dark read. I applaud Ms. Roberts for not being afraid to really embrace the dark aspects of this story. Doing so always causes a lot of controversy and upset. In my opinion, pushing readers limits is what makes a truly wonderful story. I love it when a story makes me uncomfortable and gets my heart racing. 'POSSESSION' certainly does that.
No rainbows and unicorns here. Expect to have your mind blown! This isn't a story for everyone, but fans of dark romance/erotica won't want to miss it!
May 1, 2017
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Possession (stand-alone). How Evelyn finds herself possessed by much older businessman Drake!
“For years, I have hated, lusted, and loved that man with a passion so fierce that it burned me from the inside out. I loathed his possessiveness and the power he held over me for so long that all I could think about was an escape.”
I will try to write a better review when I catch up…
Possession (stand-alone) is the forbidden romance between aspiring college student Evelyn Montgomery and family friend and businessman Drake Salvatore, a man 12 years her senior.
Story unfolds in current and past events going back to Evelyn’s early teens when Drake was her savior and friend. Current day Evelyn is conflicted; angry, horny, kept prisoner and very much engaged to Drake.
Possession, told mostly from from Evelyn’s POV, is dark erotica with elements of kidnapping and a forbidden affair. Set against the backdrop of their tumultuous relationship we are taken on a journey of secrets, lies, betrayal, manipulation and a possessive love.
“My monster, my saviour … my only salvation…”
***
Hero: ★★★★1/2
Heroine: ★★★★
Plot: ★★★★
Storytelling: ★★★★
Sexual tension: ★★★★1/2
Sex scenes: ★★★★
Story ending: ★★★★1/2
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OVERALL RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Angst: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Darkness: | HIGH FOCUS |
Humor: | LOW FOCUS |
Kink: | HIGH FOCUS |
Romance: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
Sex frequency: | HIGH FOCUS |
Suspense: | MEDIUM FOCUS |
November 14, 2018
He is my only prayer. He is my only hope.
I found the story to be well written and I loved the author's writing style, it kept me on the edge of my seat with anticipation for what’s next. Although I didn’t love the characters – at first, I enjoyed the story and found myself loving them by the end of the book.
what I really wanted and didn’t get was his POV. Drake came off as a major bully. He’s a selfish cold, harsh asshole. Who took everything he ever wanted, and didn't give two shits about what the heroine ever wanted. I wanted to know his side of the story and not just have his “breath hitched” everytime he sees her, I wanted to hate him but couldn’t. which pissed me off even more. Evelyn was not my fave as well, She would put up a fight and go against his wishes just to piss him off, and would say no to him over and over again and then just give in to his demands.
I should have known he was lying when he said he wasn’t a monster. He is a monster.
And I need to find away to escape his clutches.
I felt the heroine's pain throughout the story. As the story progresses, Secrets were revealed, and boy oh boy, I couldn’t control my emotions. Reading about Drake’s history when he was telling her things he have never uttered to another soul was simply beautiful. I loved seeing every step they took in order to get closer to each other –it took a long time, but it was worth it. The last 78 pages made me fall in love with them again. Possession was great book for "dark themed book-lovers". Hands down Jaimie Roberts totally rocks! *heart eyes*
That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.
* ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. *
I found the story to be well written and I loved the author's writing style, it kept me on the edge of my seat with anticipation for what’s next. Although I didn’t love the characters – at first, I enjoyed the story and found myself loving them by the end of the book.
what I really wanted and didn’t get was his POV. Drake came off as a major bully. He’s a selfish cold, harsh asshole. Who took everything he ever wanted, and didn't give two shits about what the heroine ever wanted. I wanted to know his side of the story and not just have his “breath hitched” everytime he sees her, I wanted to hate him but couldn’t. which pissed me off even more. Evelyn was not my fave as well, She would put up a fight and go against his wishes just to piss him off, and would say no to him over and over again and then just give in to his demands.
I should have known he was lying when he said he wasn’t a monster. He is a monster.
And I need to find away to escape his clutches.
I felt the heroine's pain throughout the story. As the story progresses, Secrets were revealed, and boy oh boy, I couldn’t control my emotions. Reading about Drake’s history when he was telling her things he have never uttered to another soul was simply beautiful. I loved seeing every step they took in order to get closer to each other –it took a long time, but it was worth it. The last 78 pages made me fall in love with them again. Possession was great book for "dark themed book-lovers". Hands down Jaimie Roberts totally rocks! *heart eyes*
That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.
* ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. *
April 6, 2017
***3 STARS***
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I enjoyed this book for what it was, by that I mean it was simple.
But because I enjoyed it and her books are free on Kindle Unlimited, I will was utilize her books as fillers – you know those book you read in between really good, soul aching books.
The story line was cute but I NEVER felt a connection with the main characters, I NEVER felt invested in their lives. It was like hearing gossip at the beauty or barber shop – you hear it but you don’t really care about the outcome.
Even as I’m writing this review I can’t think of much to share with you regarding the story line because it was so basic. Let me break it down for you (and me).
Boy meets girl.
Girl meets boy.
Girl too young for boy so he waits until she is older.
Boy becomes obsessed with girl for some non-existed reason.
Boy makes sure girl never dates or has sex with anyone until he becomes of age.
Boy marries girl.
Girl runs away.
Boy finds girl.
Girl is pregnant.
Boy gives girl space to “find herself”.
Girl realizes she loves boy.
Boy and girl get back together.
Boy and girl have baby and live happily ever after.
That about sums it up folks. It’s basically what the synopsis says in caveman terms.
That’s all I got for that one, I’m not going to spend hours reviewing this one and creating graphics for it because, like I said, it’s a filler.
For my real unfiltered review... https://prettymessreading.wordpress.c...
I enjoyed this book for what it was, by that I mean it was simple.
But because I enjoyed it and her books are free on Kindle Unlimited, I will was utilize her books as fillers – you know those book you read in between really good, soul aching books.
The story line was cute but I NEVER felt a connection with the main characters, I NEVER felt invested in their lives. It was like hearing gossip at the beauty or barber shop – you hear it but you don’t really care about the outcome.
Even as I’m writing this review I can’t think of much to share with you regarding the story line because it was so basic. Let me break it down for you (and me).
Boy meets girl.
Girl meets boy.
Girl too young for boy so he waits until she is older.
Boy becomes obsessed with girl for some non-existed reason.
Boy makes sure girl never dates or has sex with anyone until he becomes of age.
Boy marries girl.
Girl runs away.
Boy finds girl.
Girl is pregnant.
Boy gives girl space to “find herself”.
Girl realizes she loves boy.
Boy and girl get back together.
Boy and girl have baby and live happily ever after.
That about sums it up folks. It’s basically what the synopsis says in caveman terms.
That’s all I got for that one, I’m not going to spend hours reviewing this one and creating graphics for it because, like I said, it’s a filler.
March 21, 2017
2.5 Stars
Overall Opinion: I felt like this had potential for being a good captivity type story, but sadly just didn't get there. I enjoyed it at times, while other times I just had troubles believing some of the stuff that went on. . I had a lot of unanswered questions in the end, and the epilogue just confirmed all my thoughts on the H and why in my gut I never really liked him. It's definitely not a book for my safety gang gals, but I'm sure some readers will still enjoy this...it's just not going on my favorites shelf.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Evelyn and Drake's story. They meet when Evelyn is twelve and they form an instant bond. Evelyn's parents sell her to Drake when she is 14, and her entire future is planned out for her to be his future wife. The older Evelyn gets, the more she wants to rebel against the fact she has no control over her life. Their bond turns from a friendship of sorts, to lust, and eventually to love. There are some big obstacles in their way, but they do get a HEA ending.
POV: This was told in Evelyn's POV (with the epilogue in Drake's POV). I wish there were more parts in his POV tbh.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, but instant connection when they met when the h was 12.
H rating: 2.5 stars. Drake. He was interesting. He was sweet and caring one minute and then scary possessive the next. I wasn't a fan tbh.
h rating: 3.5 stars. Evelyn. I liked her fine, but I did want her to be stronger when it came to her lust for the H at times.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some good tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: No
OW/OM drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Yes
Cheating: Technically, yes.
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This had pretty good closure with a (kind-of) HEA . I did still have a lot of unanswered questions in the end.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
Safety: This one is probably Not Safe for most safety gang readers
Overall Opinion: I felt like this had potential for being a good captivity type story, but sadly just didn't get there. I enjoyed it at times, while other times I just had troubles believing some of the stuff that went on. . I had a lot of unanswered questions in the end, and the epilogue just confirmed all my thoughts on the H and why in my gut I never really liked him. It's definitely not a book for my safety gang gals, but I'm sure some readers will still enjoy this...it's just not going on my favorites shelf.
Brief Summary of the Storyline: This is Evelyn and Drake's story. They meet when Evelyn is twelve and they form an instant bond. Evelyn's parents sell her to Drake when she is 14, and her entire future is planned out for her to be his future wife. The older Evelyn gets, the more she wants to rebel against the fact she has no control over her life. Their bond turns from a friendship of sorts, to lust, and eventually to love. There are some big obstacles in their way, but they do get a HEA ending.
POV: This was told in Evelyn's POV (with the epilogue in Drake's POV). I wish there were more parts in his POV tbh.
Overall Pace of Story: Good. I never skimmed and I thought it flowed well.
Instalove: No, but instant connection when they met when the h was 12.
H rating: 2.5 stars. Drake. He was interesting. He was sweet and caring one minute and then scary possessive the next. I wasn't a fan tbh.
h rating: 3.5 stars. Evelyn. I liked her fine, but I did want her to be stronger when it came to her lust for the H at times.
Sadness level: Low, no tissues needed
Push/Pull: Yes
Heat level: Good. They have some good tension, chemistry, and scenes -- but not so much it takes away from the story.
Descriptive sex: Yes
Safe sex: No
OW/OM drama: Yes
Sex scene with OW or OM: Yes
Cheating: Technically, yes.
Separation: Yes
Possible Triggers: Yes
Closure: This had pretty good closure with a (kind-of) HEA . I did still have a lot of unanswered questions in the end.
How I got it: It was part of my kindle unlimited subscription.
Safety: This one is probably Not Safe for most safety gang readers
March 8, 2017
I've read and loved every single book I've had the pleasure of reading by this author who fast became one of my favourites.
You need to heed the authors Warning: Contains graphic scenes with sexual assault content. Please proceed with caution.
This book is all kinds of f#cked up one minute your warming up to drake then the next you're reading the antics of a monster, like a tap he goes from cold to hot, flicks from light to dark in a blink of an eye. From chilly to gritty from the beginning of the book right up until half way when he claims her as his.
Do you know what happens when you rattle an animals cage for years and then suddenly let him in?
And she rattles it any chance she gets just to see how far she can push him before he snaps.
POSSESSION:This kicks starts us off to a gritty start in the ‘Prologue’ where we’re introduced to Evelyn in a seedy hotel room on the verge of giving up her virginity to a stranger knowing deep down that this is not the way she wants to lose it but feels as though she’s been forced into this situation even though her virtue has been promised to a man she has known for six years.
This flits from past to present which gives us a deeper connection into Evelyn’s background, the lack of love her parents felt for her, treating her like a trophy that can be easily sold which is exactly what they did due to the fact of nearly going bankrupt.
Only Drake, my parents, and I know about this stupid deal that was made behind my back at the tender age of fourteen.
From an early age Evelyn has been promised to Drake Salvator, he started showing an obsessive interest in Evelyn at the age of twelve. Her heart and mind was always in turmoil whenever it came to Drake, he offered her safety and comfort and always felt like her like was semi bearable with him in it. Once she reaches eighteen she will be swiftly moved out of her family home and into his.
He’s the only one who has looked after me since I was twelve. He’s the only person who’s made sure I’ve been looked after. He’s the only person who has kept me safe.
But on the other hand he stole her freedom, just like her parents he treated her like an object. And like any young teenager she strived to break free and live a life not ruled by one man.
Some aspects of this story are dark, then go that wee bit darker so be prepared to have your heart and mind in turmoil.
I've tried to not give too many spoilers away in my review, the only suggestion I can give is go in blind, it's about half way where it starts getting all kinds of crazy, you'll see a different side of Drake that you've not seen up until now. Does he redeem himself? You'll have to one click this to find out!!
* Teasers used are off the authors facebook page *
March 25, 2017
Genre: Dark Erotic Romance
Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
Rating:
Evelyn Montgomery might live a comfortable life physically, but emotionally she felt neglected. At twelve years old, she met a man who gave her the attention she needed. He was her savior in more than one way. That was until he became the monster to her living nightmare.
Drake Salvatore was a powerful man. His name alone would incite fear among the people. When he wanted something, he would get it by any means necessary. And once he owned it, he would never let it go.
I could never resist a dark book. When I read the blurb, I saw the potential triggers to other people, but a catnip for me lol!
Drake was a man of contradictions. The things he did or said could potentially give you a whiplash, which could go either way. Naturally his bad side was more attractive to me :p
I could understand why Evelyn chose the direction she went. However, sometimes she was incredibly naive I wanted to slap some senses into her.
I thought the story started with a good potential. It was intriguing, but by halfway mark, it started to feel dragged on because there wasn't enough answers provided.
After that, the story turned into darker direction which made me happy. However, once the plot unraveled, I found it hard to be invested in the story because it was too familiar for me. I wish there's some extra element that would make it standout. Also, there were still a lot of questions never properly addressed.
Possession revolves around power and obsession in an unconventional relationship. It would appeal to fans of dark sexy books.
❖ ☠ ❖. . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC . . .❖ ☠ ❖
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Type: Standalone
POV: First Person - Female
Rating:
Evelyn Montgomery might live a comfortable life physically, but emotionally she felt neglected. At twelve years old, she met a man who gave her the attention she needed. He was her savior in more than one way. That was until he became the monster to her living nightmare.
Drake Salvatore was a powerful man. His name alone would incite fear among the people. When he wanted something, he would get it by any means necessary. And once he owned it, he would never let it go.
I could never resist a dark book. When I read the blurb, I saw the potential triggers to other people, but a catnip for me lol!
“I have demons, Evelyn. There’s no denying that I do."
Drake was a man of contradictions. The things he did or said could potentially give you a whiplash, which could go either way. Naturally his bad side was more attractive to me :p
I want nothing to do with him, and yet I find myself unable to help feel that pull I have towards him.
I could understand why Evelyn chose the direction she went. However, sometimes she was incredibly naive I wanted to slap some senses into her.
The only thing that’s stopping me from really fleeing from him is the fact that he’s the only man who has ever really taken care of me. He’s the only man who has shown me any love.
I thought the story started with a good potential. It was intriguing, but by halfway mark, it started to feel dragged on because there wasn't enough answers provided.
After that, the story turned into darker direction which made me happy. However, once the plot unraveled, I found it hard to be invested in the story because it was too familiar for me. I wish there's some extra element that would make it standout. Also, there were still a lot of questions never properly addressed.
I should have known he was lying when he said he wasn’t a monster. He is a monster.
Possession revolves around power and obsession in an unconventional relationship. It would appeal to fans of dark sexy books.
❖ ☠ ❖. . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC . . .❖ ☠ ❖
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March 14, 2017
This is my third book by this author and she doesn't disappoint. Dark erotica with some real hair raising triggers, disturbing, not for the feint of heart!!!
Drake is a bastard, through and through. I'd like to say he has redeeming qualities, but nope, nuh-uh, he has none! He certainly isn't deserving of Evelyn. She's far to innocent to fit into his world. But eh what's free will when you've never had it?
Is having free will like owning trinkets? A rare commodity that can be shelved and later taken out and played with? Maybe having the ability of knowing your own mind and choosing the direction you want for your life is really a bad thing.
Evelyn's parents, Drake and a few others she comes across has made those choices. On the inside, where no one can see, she's screaming for freedom, fighting for independence, even that has a monumental down fall, a heavy price. Wanna know more.....of course you do....enjoy!!!
Drake is a bastard, through and through. I'd like to say he has redeeming qualities, but nope, nuh-uh, he has none! He certainly isn't deserving of Evelyn. She's far to innocent to fit into his world. But eh what's free will when you've never had it?
Is having free will like owning trinkets? A rare commodity that can be shelved and later taken out and played with? Maybe having the ability of knowing your own mind and choosing the direction you want for your life is really a bad thing.
Evelyn's parents, Drake and a few others she comes across has made those choices. On the inside, where no one can see, she's screaming for freedom, fighting for independence, even that has a monumental down fall, a heavy price. Wanna know more.....of course you do....enjoy!!!
March 21, 2017
DNF @ 57%
I've been struggling with this book for ten days and now I'm calling it. I quit. The back and forth in time is really frustrating and only ruins my enjoyment of this story. Also Evelyn and Drake are two characters that does nothing for me. They give me whiplash with their emotions. I expected something more from this story. I like it dark. Very dark indeed and Possession was alright in that department. It was just the construction of the story and its characters that didn't work for me.
Don't let my opinion determine if you want to read or not. This was just a miss. I still love Siren!
I've been struggling with this book for ten days and now I'm calling it. I quit. The back and forth in time is really frustrating and only ruins my enjoyment of this story. Also Evelyn and Drake are two characters that does nothing for me. They give me whiplash with their emotions. I expected something more from this story. I like it dark. Very dark indeed and Possession was alright in that department. It was just the construction of the story and its characters that didn't work for me.
Don't let my opinion determine if you want to read or not. This was just a miss. I still love Siren!
March 13, 2017
5 Stars
"Sometimes, life isn’t about fairytales and finding that perfect someone. There’s no such thing as perfect. We all have our flaws."
This book is the first book by Jaimie Roberts I’ve ever read but definitely it’s not the last. This one is a Dark book that I adore. Everything was perfect and I really enjoyed it and loved it.
At the age of fourteen, Evelyn’s parents became bankrupt. So they sold their only child to Drake Salvatore to become his when she is eighteen. At that moment she didn’t know anything. She thought he is like a friend that she can trust him. So they spent time together and they were happy. Until she realizes everything. Then she began to rebel against him. She loves him and hates him at the same time. She wants her freedom; she wants to have choices.
"I should have a choice, but that option has been stripped from me. In my own mind, I’m choosing to want Drake more than I should, but in another sense, I can’t help thinking he’s somehow forcing me to want him."
So she pushed and pushed until he snapped and the monster he used to be came out.
"Do you know what happens when you rattle an animal’s cage for years and then suddenly let him out?"
But something she didn’t know was that why he does things like that.
I loved Evelyn’s character. I liked the way she disobeyed him, l liked she didn’t accept everything without a fight. Surprisingly, I liked Drake too. And it’s not because his name was Salvatore and he reminded me of Damon Salvatore! Hahaha! In fact, this story was the first one that my feelings for hero were constantly changing. When I first start reading prologue I thought; oh God, please tell me he’s not the hero! I wanted to dig his heart out; I wanted to throttle him! But in the next chapter I wanted to hug him. Then in the next chapter after that I disliked him and this cycle continues! So when I read all the reasons that made him do those things, I forgave him and really liked him. Yeah, he did some awful things but at the end he got his punishment too.
"That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation."
"Sometimes, life isn’t about fairytales and finding that perfect someone. There’s no such thing as perfect. We all have our flaws."
This book is the first book by Jaimie Roberts I’ve ever read but definitely it’s not the last. This one is a Dark book that I adore. Everything was perfect and I really enjoyed it and loved it.
At the age of fourteen, Evelyn’s parents became bankrupt. So they sold their only child to Drake Salvatore to become his when she is eighteen. At that moment she didn’t know anything. She thought he is like a friend that she can trust him. So they spent time together and they were happy. Until she realizes everything. Then she began to rebel against him. She loves him and hates him at the same time. She wants her freedom; she wants to have choices.
"I should have a choice, but that option has been stripped from me. In my own mind, I’m choosing to want Drake more than I should, but in another sense, I can’t help thinking he’s somehow forcing me to want him."
So she pushed and pushed until he snapped and the monster he used to be came out.
"Do you know what happens when you rattle an animal’s cage for years and then suddenly let him out?"
But something she didn’t know was that why he does things like that.
I loved Evelyn’s character. I liked the way she disobeyed him, l liked she didn’t accept everything without a fight. Surprisingly, I liked Drake too. And it’s not because his name was Salvatore and he reminded me of Damon Salvatore! Hahaha! In fact, this story was the first one that my feelings for hero were constantly changing. When I first start reading prologue I thought; oh God, please tell me he’s not the hero! I wanted to dig his heart out; I wanted to throttle him! But in the next chapter I wanted to hug him. Then in the next chapter after that I disliked him and this cycle continues! So when I read all the reasons that made him do those things, I forgave him and really liked him. Yeah, he did some awful things but at the end he got his punishment too.
"That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation."
March 25, 2017
3.5 "possessive as a psycho" stars
Drake Salvatore had his eyes on little Evelyn since she was 12. And it was all well set up for him to warm up to her into the illusion of a protector and benefactor, only so she was sold to him at the age of 18 for him to claim...
That's not the only dark fact of life for Evelyn, she s about to experience a whole another level of dark and twisted...
and yet she won't realize that her life was in a twisted way sheltered until she finds herself at the hands of a real terror and danger of a slave trafficker that was preying on her since forever...
And the only one that can actually save her again, is a monster she ran from, Drake.
*sigh*
I had trouble finding the consistency in the course of actions. The events were contradictory to themselves and so were the characters...it was all like a huge jo-jo bouncing around leaving a whirlwind of messy and clumsy puzzles behind.
The characters werent lovable, in fact, they werent likable to start with. I found them underdeveloped and one dimensional inspite the complex subject matter they were inflicted with and therefore the whole experience was superficial and detached.
The only small sign of silver lining, happened in the Epilogue when the true face of the main character is revealed and his actions ended up, in fact, the only consistent thing in the book (which is again contradictory itself since it all came a bit too late for me to appreciate the effort)
Now all the actions actually make sense...
Drake Salvatore had his eyes on little Evelyn since she was 12. And it was all well set up for him to warm up to her into the illusion of a protector and benefactor, only so she was sold to him at the age of 18 for him to claim...
That's not the only dark fact of life for Evelyn, she s about to experience a whole another level of dark and twisted...
and yet she won't realize that her life was in a twisted way sheltered until she finds herself at the hands of a real terror and danger of a slave trafficker that was preying on her since forever...
And the only one that can actually save her again, is a monster she ran from, Drake.
*sigh*
I had trouble finding the consistency in the course of actions. The events were contradictory to themselves and so were the characters...it was all like a huge jo-jo bouncing around leaving a whirlwind of messy and clumsy puzzles behind.
The characters werent lovable, in fact, they werent likable to start with. I found them underdeveloped and one dimensional inspite the complex subject matter they were inflicted with and therefore the whole experience was superficial and detached.
The only small sign of silver lining, happened in the Epilogue when the true face of the main character is revealed and his actions ended up, in fact, the only consistent thing in the book (which is again contradictory itself since it all came a bit too late for me to appreciate the effort)
See, I own her heart, body, and soul, and I think she secretly knows it. I just like to give her the illusion of choice. I’m quite proud of myself really for all of my achievements.
Maybe I am a fucking monster after all.
Now all the actions actually make sense...
March 12, 2017
She did it again! Made me want to throw up in my mouth, disgusted and horrified by some passages I was reading and yet I was unable to stop reading. I’ve gripped my Kindle so tight for hours my fingers turned white.
Jaimie kindly gave me Possession to “read at my leisure” as she is a doll (even if she writes like a possessed woman) and knew I’m burrowed deep in ARCs trying to keep up with my reads and blog. Do you think I waited to read this one? Nope. As soon as I stopped reading my previous book I dove in. Not having a clue what this book was about because I had not read the blurb.
I just know I can trust Jaimie to shake my world every time. And God did she push me out of my comfort zone once more! I thought with Siren I had reached my boundaries but boy was I wrong!!!
Fair warning for my messy friend “D”: don’t read this book or you’ll go ballistic! A nuclear explosion will be kid’s play compared to your reaction. This is not a book for you or I fear for Jaimie’s safety (kidding here I know you would never touch one of her hair) but seriously this is just so wrong and twisted!
Now for you dear readers lovers of dark reads you’ll absolutely will worship this book!
You want it dark? Well Jaimie will give you darker. My soundtrack when I was reading this book would be this glorious song by Leonard Cohen: You Want It Darker https://youtu.be/YD6fvzGIBfQ .
Now for the story: Evelyn has always been neglected by her parents. She lives in a big house with strange and threatening men visiting her parents from time to time. She’s twelve when she meets some of them and their salacious stare make her shudder with disgust. She’s just a child but she feels it’s all wrong.
Until the day she meets Drake Salvatore. His father is eager to please him and she feels an instant connection with this huge and powerful man. We’ll never be told what Drake does exactly but we can guess he is dealing in illegal stuff. He is feared by everyone and always has bodyguards with him.
From the first time he sets his eyes on Evelyn Drake will be her constant protector. When she had to hide in her bathroom because one of the evil men was at her house he came like a knight in shining armor just to save her.
Now things get complicated as for her own protection he’ll buy her from her parents.
Yes, you’ve read it right: he’ll but Evelyn from her despicable parents because she is HIS.
You have so many things twisted and wrong in this story:
-the Protector is also battling an army of inner demons. He is a monster. A real monster. I wanted him good. I hope him good and yet…;
-Evelyn will rattle her cage as much as she can but at the same time Drake compelled her. It’s not a love/hate relationship but her feelings are very conflicted. And mine were as well;
-the age gap. She was twelve!!!! This is so wrong and yet Jaimie will not make it right exactly but understandable by the end. Don’t start me on how she’ll do it I never understand her magic. She always plays with my beliefs;
-the say in the matter Evelyn never had. She’ll be treated like an object, a possession. Drake will be a monster with her. I won’t give details but it was so wrong and yet once I’ve had his side of the story I had no other choice but to forgive him. And that’s really twisted because I would never do it in “normal life”;
-what happened to Evelyn was awful. When I told you I nearly threw up in my mouth that’s me being honest. I hoped against all odds that Jaimie would not go “there”. That some miracle would happen. I wanted to stop reading. I wanted to put my Kindle down. I wanted to… but I couldn’t. I was unable to stop reading. I just HAD to see this through.
So Jaimie, you won once more. You’re the Queen of Dark, Twisted but I-can’t-put-down stories.
Would I recommend this book? Absolutely not if you don’t like dark, very dark reads. Pass your way this will not be your cup of tea and you’ll end up resenting Jaimie. It would be pointless. But it will be a BIG RESOUNDING YES if you love it dark twisted and violent.
Some bonus quotes:
“Drake Salvatore saved the day. I was sold to him—to become his on the day of my eighteenth birthday. At the age of fifteen, I became a priceless trophy. Something to dress up and admire, but never to touch. At the age of sixteen, Drake’s obsession with me became the source of my obsession with him. “
“That man over the years has become both my enemy and my savior. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.”
“Evelyn,” he starts, taking my hand, “I know I’m not the man of your dreams, but dreams are called such for a reason. I am your reality, however, and I can guarantee that I will love you more than any man could ever love you. I’m not perfect, and, realistically, I never will be. I just ask that you take me as I am—flaws and all. I promise to love and take care of you till the end of my days.”
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Jaimie kindly gave me Possession to “read at my leisure” as she is a doll (even if she writes like a possessed woman) and knew I’m burrowed deep in ARCs trying to keep up with my reads and blog. Do you think I waited to read this one? Nope. As soon as I stopped reading my previous book I dove in. Not having a clue what this book was about because I had not read the blurb.
I just know I can trust Jaimie to shake my world every time. And God did she push me out of my comfort zone once more! I thought with Siren I had reached my boundaries but boy was I wrong!!!
Fair warning for my messy friend “D”: don’t read this book or you’ll go ballistic! A nuclear explosion will be kid’s play compared to your reaction. This is not a book for you or I fear for Jaimie’s safety (kidding here I know you would never touch one of her hair) but seriously this is just so wrong and twisted!
Now for you dear readers lovers of dark reads you’ll absolutely will worship this book!
You want it dark? Well Jaimie will give you darker. My soundtrack when I was reading this book would be this glorious song by Leonard Cohen: You Want It Darker https://youtu.be/YD6fvzGIBfQ .
Now for the story: Evelyn has always been neglected by her parents. She lives in a big house with strange and threatening men visiting her parents from time to time. She’s twelve when she meets some of them and their salacious stare make her shudder with disgust. She’s just a child but she feels it’s all wrong.
Until the day she meets Drake Salvatore. His father is eager to please him and she feels an instant connection with this huge and powerful man. We’ll never be told what Drake does exactly but we can guess he is dealing in illegal stuff. He is feared by everyone and always has bodyguards with him.
From the first time he sets his eyes on Evelyn Drake will be her constant protector. When she had to hide in her bathroom because one of the evil men was at her house he came like a knight in shining armor just to save her.
Now things get complicated as for her own protection he’ll buy her from her parents.
Yes, you’ve read it right: he’ll but Evelyn from her despicable parents because she is HIS.
You have so many things twisted and wrong in this story:
-the Protector is also battling an army of inner demons. He is a monster. A real monster. I wanted him good. I hope him good and yet…;
-Evelyn will rattle her cage as much as she can but at the same time Drake compelled her. It’s not a love/hate relationship but her feelings are very conflicted. And mine were as well;
-the age gap. She was twelve!!!! This is so wrong and yet Jaimie will not make it right exactly but understandable by the end. Don’t start me on how she’ll do it I never understand her magic. She always plays with my beliefs;
-the say in the matter Evelyn never had. She’ll be treated like an object, a possession. Drake will be a monster with her. I won’t give details but it was so wrong and yet once I’ve had his side of the story I had no other choice but to forgive him. And that’s really twisted because I would never do it in “normal life”;
-what happened to Evelyn was awful. When I told you I nearly threw up in my mouth that’s me being honest. I hoped against all odds that Jaimie would not go “there”. That some miracle would happen. I wanted to stop reading. I wanted to put my Kindle down. I wanted to… but I couldn’t. I was unable to stop reading. I just HAD to see this through.
So Jaimie, you won once more. You’re the Queen of Dark, Twisted but I-can’t-put-down stories.
Would I recommend this book? Absolutely not if you don’t like dark, very dark reads. Pass your way this will not be your cup of tea and you’ll end up resenting Jaimie. It would be pointless. But it will be a BIG RESOUNDING YES if you love it dark twisted and violent.
Some bonus quotes:
“Drake Salvatore saved the day. I was sold to him—to become his on the day of my eighteenth birthday. At the age of fifteen, I became a priceless trophy. Something to dress up and admire, but never to touch. At the age of sixteen, Drake’s obsession with me became the source of my obsession with him. “
“That man over the years has become both my enemy and my savior. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.”
“Evelyn,” he starts, taking my hand, “I know I’m not the man of your dreams, but dreams are called such for a reason. I am your reality, however, and I can guarantee that I will love you more than any man could ever love you. I’m not perfect, and, realistically, I never will be. I just ask that you take me as I am—flaws and all. I promise to love and take care of you till the end of my days.”
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September 26, 2020
I don't know how to defend myself when I have to admit that I love this book. It's fucked up, I know. The heroine was obviously being groomed by the hero since she was twelve.
There were obviously trigger warning for rape too. It's problematic to the T.
But I'm in this weird mood where dark romance is the only thing that could satisty this dark hole in me and books like this made me feel alive. This however, does not mean I condone what happened in the book, okay?
There were obviously trigger warning for rape too. It's problematic to the T.
But I'm in this weird mood where dark romance is the only thing that could satisty this dark hole in me and books like this made me feel alive. This however, does not mean I condone what happened in the book, okay?
March 23, 2017
3.5* devour me STARS!
My first read from Jaimie Roberts and I was shocked. I didn't imagine to be this dark and gritty. I usually enjoy this kind of genre, but POSSESSION left me confused. However, the ending really saved me with the unpredictable turn out of events.
Evelyn Montgomery "promised" to Drake Salvatore by her parents when she was fourteen. In the eyes of twelve years old's Evelyn, Drake is everything. He saved Evelyn. She adore him so much and dream to be with him. But something changed that makes she hate him. Still, promise is a promise. Evelyn must escape from him before her time's running out.
The story told from Evelyn's POV with past and present until she reach eighteen. Evelyn has unusual childhood at her age. She was shown off by her parents like a Trophy child. There's something fishy about her parents and I didn't like it. Then came, Drake; one of the most feared and powerful man became her savior. He always come in times of need.
Love to hate. When the truth came out, Evelyn loathed him. Her adoration turns to dust yet she still wants him. Drake is the only person whose always with her all this time. The first half of the story is about Evelyn's background also her relationship with Drake. He's total control freak and domineering. They have strange chemistry but I still enjoyed it. Sometimes they could be flirty, other times they're like old enemies wanting to rip each other. Drake has unhealthy obsession for Evelyn.
Until the day Evelyn lost her V-card and married to him. Her time has come to be Drake's possession. It feels good at first. They're still HOT with each other. However, the thing I was afraid finally came to surface. Drake has "Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" mode which scared me. Something triggered him but I didn't have the answer at this point.
I really really hated Drake after what he has done to Evelyn. It was really crazy and disturbing. No wonder Evelyn became relentless and couldn't wait to plot her escape. But it isn't easy. There is always another monsters lurking in the shadows. Drake saved her. Again. Whew... Finally, Drake told his story. About the real him. He used to be the monster but changed because of Evelyn. I know what he did was wrong but it was his "ways" to protect her.
The bonus thing is Drake redeemed himself. In the end, he's the true savior. All this time. Evelyn always be his number one priority. I was surprised when Drake let her go. Evelyn has her own freedom; away from Drake. But she feels lonely and needs him. Together, they created new memories and building new relationship together. It was really raw feeling yet beautiful. Overall, I'm quite satisfied with the story but I need more of their "happy ending". Yet I still enjoyed it.
My first read from Jaimie Roberts and I was shocked. I didn't imagine to be this dark and gritty. I usually enjoy this kind of genre, but POSSESSION left me confused. However, the ending really saved me with the unpredictable turn out of events.
Evelyn Montgomery "promised" to Drake Salvatore by her parents when she was fourteen. In the eyes of twelve years old's Evelyn, Drake is everything. He saved Evelyn. She adore him so much and dream to be with him. But something changed that makes she hate him. Still, promise is a promise. Evelyn must escape from him before her time's running out.
The story told from Evelyn's POV with past and present until she reach eighteen. Evelyn has unusual childhood at her age. She was shown off by her parents like a Trophy child. There's something fishy about her parents and I didn't like it. Then came, Drake; one of the most feared and powerful man became her savior. He always come in times of need.
I have to laugh when I think on this because he may have kept me safe, but not from the monster who lives inside of him.
“Do you know what happens when you rattle an animal’s cage for years and then suddenly let him out?”
Love to hate. When the truth came out, Evelyn loathed him. Her adoration turns to dust yet she still wants him. Drake is the only person whose always with her all this time. The first half of the story is about Evelyn's background also her relationship with Drake. He's total control freak and domineering. They have strange chemistry but I still enjoyed it. Sometimes they could be flirty, other times they're like old enemies wanting to rip each other. Drake has unhealthy obsession for Evelyn.
With one big thrust, he pushes his way inside of me, not caring if I’m ready or not.
“Is this the way you wanted it, huh? Is this the way you like me treating you when you misbehave?”
A part of me wants to scream at him to stop, but another part of me is loving the way he feels inside of me. Different feelings are awash within me—not knowing whether to scream in pain or joy.
Until the day Evelyn lost her V-card and married to him. Her time has come to be Drake's possession. It feels good at first. They're still HOT with each other. However, the thing I was afraid finally came to surface. Drake has "Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" mode which scared me. Something triggered him but I didn't have the answer at this point.
I really really hated Drake after what he has done to Evelyn. It was really crazy and disturbing. No wonder Evelyn became relentless and couldn't wait to plot her escape. But it isn't easy. There is always another monsters lurking in the shadows. Drake saved her. Again. Whew... Finally, Drake told his story. About the real him. He used to be the monster but changed because of Evelyn. I know what he did was wrong but it was his "ways" to protect her.
The bonus thing is Drake redeemed himself. In the end, he's the true savior. All this time. Evelyn always be his number one priority. I was surprised when Drake let her go. Evelyn has her own freedom; away from Drake. But she feels lonely and needs him. Together, they created new memories and building new relationship together. It was really raw feeling yet beautiful. Overall, I'm quite satisfied with the story but I need more of their "happy ending". Yet I still enjoyed it.
My monster, my saviour … my only salvation is here, and in this moment, it is all I could ask for. I want to be held. I want to be loved. And after all the shit that life has dealt me, I don’t feel it’s a lot to ask.
March 10, 2017
Isn't that swell. POTENTIAL SPOILERS
How many books did I just read? There was the taboo teenager/adult love story in the beginning. All above board. It was sweet, alpha, protective. Loved it. Then we moved to dominant, S&M plus r ape, I still don't know why he had to r ape her. What happened to him? He turned into a violent, nasty, r aping a hole. Then we went dark, held captive, more r ape. Next Mr responsible and romantic popped up and to finish a happy families HEA. Ain't life grand.
W T F. My 2 stars go to the start of the book. I was enjoying it, then we fell down the effed up rabbit hole that was this book. No stars given past 50%.
FYI - The subject of rape was handled very poorly in this book. It was quite flippantly dismissed with 0 concern for trauma after the fact. In fact Evelyn's continued uncontrollable arousal and affection towards blake p issed me off.
How many books did I just read? There was the taboo teenager/adult love story in the beginning. All above board. It was sweet, alpha, protective. Loved it. Then we moved to dominant, S&M plus r ape, I still don't know why he had to r ape her. What happened to him? He turned into a violent, nasty, r aping a hole. Then we went dark, held captive, more r ape. Next Mr responsible and romantic popped up and to finish a happy families HEA. Ain't life grand.
W T F. My 2 stars go to the start of the book. I was enjoying it, then we fell down the effed up rabbit hole that was this book. No stars given past 50%.
FYI - The subject of rape was handled very poorly in this book. It was quite flippantly dismissed with 0 concern for trauma after the fact. In fact Evelyn's continued uncontrollable arousal and affection towards blake p issed me off.
when-hell-freezes-over
July 13, 2019How can this be romantic for many readers? Hero rapes the heroine and then he blames her for doing it. He brainwashed her into thinking her rape was her fault.
Can someone explain to me how can this be romantic?
Can someone explain to me how can this be romantic?
March 26, 2017
I was very disappointed with this book. It really was all over the place. I have also read some very good anti- hero books in the past that the author did a great job in making you feel some empathy for him... in this book the anti- hero was hard to like in my opinion. Also I couldn't get over the fact he was sexually attracted to the heroine when she was twelve. He may not have acted on it but he was still thinking about her sexually as a child...
I won't start bashing the book but will just say it wasn't for me...
I won't start bashing the book but will just say it wasn't for me...
April 18, 2017
***FOUR STARS***
Looking through the reviews on here, I'm definitely the odd man out on this baby. I loved every second of it. Drake was so possessive and controlling, and even when he became too OTT , I still loved him. He was freaking hot as hell. And I enjoyed living vicariously through Evelyn's eyes. I adored her trying to push back against Drake's overbearing control, and I LOVED witnessing Evelyn succumbing to her desire and attraction to Drake. I'm sure it's wrong that I was so turned on through most of this dark and twisted story, but I could not help myself. It was delicious!! Every second of it!
I adored Drake redeeming himself towards the ending as well as my HEA for these two. It was a very satisfying story for me!
June 16, 2017
***** 3 Stars *****
Possession was painfully difficult for me to finish. I've read and enjoyed other books by Jaimie Roberts, but this one wasn't for me. It just... didn't work.
I couldn't connect to the story or the characters. I found Evelyn extremely annoying and Drake was pretty bland even though he had a secret. The side characters were also uninteresting.
Even though my experience wasn't a positive one, this won't stop me from reading other books by Jaimie Roberts.
Possession was painfully difficult for me to finish. I've read and enjoyed other books by Jaimie Roberts, but this one wasn't for me. It just... didn't work.
I couldn't connect to the story or the characters. I found Evelyn extremely annoying and Drake was pretty bland even though he had a secret. The side characters were also uninteresting.
Even though my experience wasn't a positive one, this won't stop me from reading other books by Jaimie Roberts.
June 16, 2020
3.5 Stars
Evelyn Montgomery grew up in household where shady deals were transacted, however, she didn’t expect for her family to view her as an asset rather than as a daughter. At twelve years old, she met a man that gave her hope and a sense of friendship. As she got older, Evelyn began to realize this man was more than a friend that would stop at nothing to protect her, or at least so she thought.
With an intense manner and imposing physical presence, Drake Salvatore is a powerful man who gets what he wants at any cost. Though he makes it clear that he is a monster, Evelyn is still drawn to him for what he offers. As he waits until the timing is right, Drake’s obsession is clear and no one is going to stop him from taking what’s his.
As Evelyn begins to see Drake’s far reaching influence and control, she is conflicted because of how she perceives him. Though she rebels at times, her realization comes to a head when her choices are removed and she’s faced with stark reality. Drake’s methods are by no means ethical but that’s what drives his needs. When Evelyn makes a choice, she soon learns that worse monsters exist.
What ensues between Drake and Evelyn is a series of events that is manipulative and debauched. Due to Evelyn’s sheltered existence and lack of family support, her decisions are based upon limited experience and Drake uses it to his advantage. While Drake has been very open with Evelyn about his dark side, physically and emotionally, their journey is one of conflicting feelings.
Told from Evelyn’s POV, the timeline shifts between past and present that allows for a build-up of tension since not knowing what Drake will do next allows the reader to empathize with Evelyn. However, I was looking for more development from Evelyn’s character instead of falling back on her physical attraction to Drake. While it’s clear that Drake is a man of certain tastes, I was left wanting much more about his motivations and more depravity, as whether he was a man of redemption wasn’t a factor to me considering the theme of the storyline.
Overall, the plot points felt a little disjointed and it created some contradictions. While I liked the characters on one level, I was ready for something much darker. That said, I was relieved to read the ending, as my thoughts were confirmed but was left wanting more.
Possession is a book that covers themes of obsession with flawed characters who desperately want to be loved despite the consequences.
*This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey!*
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Evelyn Montgomery grew up in household where shady deals were transacted, however, she didn’t expect for her family to view her as an asset rather than as a daughter. At twelve years old, she met a man that gave her hope and a sense of friendship. As she got older, Evelyn began to realize this man was more than a friend that would stop at nothing to protect her, or at least so she thought.
“He once told me he wasn’t a monster, but I see it inside him. I see that part of him simmering near the surface.”
With an intense manner and imposing physical presence, Drake Salvatore is a powerful man who gets what he wants at any cost. Though he makes it clear that he is a monster, Evelyn is still drawn to him for what he offers. As he waits until the timing is right, Drake’s obsession is clear and no one is going to stop him from taking what’s his.
“Why is it so necessary to own me? Why not some other girl? Why me?”
As Evelyn begins to see Drake’s far reaching influence and control, she is conflicted because of how she perceives him. Though she rebels at times, her realization comes to a head when her choices are removed and she’s faced with stark reality. Drake’s methods are by no means ethical but that’s what drives his needs. When Evelyn makes a choice, she soon learns that worse monsters exist.
“That man over the years has become both my enemy and my saviour. My fissure and my bond. My sickness and my cure. My destruction and my salvation.”
What ensues between Drake and Evelyn is a series of events that is manipulative and debauched. Due to Evelyn’s sheltered existence and lack of family support, her decisions are based upon limited experience and Drake uses it to his advantage. While Drake has been very open with Evelyn about his dark side, physically and emotionally, their journey is one of conflicting feelings.
Told from Evelyn’s POV, the timeline shifts between past and present that allows for a build-up of tension since not knowing what Drake will do next allows the reader to empathize with Evelyn. However, I was looking for more development from Evelyn’s character instead of falling back on her physical attraction to Drake. While it’s clear that Drake is a man of certain tastes, I was left wanting much more about his motivations and more depravity, as whether he was a man of redemption wasn’t a factor to me considering the theme of the storyline.
Overall, the plot points felt a little disjointed and it created some contradictions. While I liked the characters on one level, I was ready for something much darker. That said, I was relieved to read the ending, as my thoughts were confirmed but was left wanting more.
Possession is a book that covers themes of obsession with flawed characters who desperately want to be loved despite the consequences.
*This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey!*
For more reviews/reveals/giveaways visit:
cant-read-triggers
March 29, 2017NEVER GOING TO TOUCH THIS ONE
THIS BOOK IS NOT FOR ME.
Check out Isabella's review
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THIS BOOK IS NOT FOR ME.
Check out Isabella's review
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
March 12, 2017
WOW.
This was traumatizing and amazing all at once.
This is the story of Evelyn and Drake.
Evelyn, who at 12 meets Drake and finds her protector.
At 14 proposes to him.
At 16 defies him.
And at 18 becomes his wife.
Drake, who's been insanely obsessed with Evelyn since he saw her. He waits for her to become legal, then he possesses her.
This isn't for the faint of heart. It's not as dark as some romances out there, but its still pretty gruesome.
All this being said, it was a pretty good read, if you don't mind a crazy hero and super dark themes.
The conclusion is satisfying. The heroine comes in terms with her Stockholm syndrome turned to love and our psycho hero who acknowledges it to become slightly better at hiding it.
I can't wait to read more by this author. Highly impressed.
Safe with exceptions+ triggers
4/5
This was traumatizing and amazing all at once.
This is the story of Evelyn and Drake.
Evelyn, who at 12 meets Drake and finds her protector.
At 14 proposes to him.
At 16 defies him.
And at 18 becomes his wife.
Drake, who's been insanely obsessed with Evelyn since he saw her. He waits for her to become legal, then he possesses her.
This isn't for the faint of heart. It's not as dark as some romances out there, but its still pretty gruesome.
All this being said, it was a pretty good read, if you don't mind a crazy hero and super dark themes.
The conclusion is satisfying. The heroine comes in terms with her Stockholm syndrome turned to love and our psycho hero who acknowledges it to become slightly better at hiding it.
I can't wait to read more by this author. Highly impressed.
Safe with exceptions+ triggers
4/5
March 10, 2017
This had the potential to be a very interesting read, hence the two stars. However with saying that, I don't understand how this book has such a high rating?!
After being repeatedly raped the only point the heroine seems to struggle with is how to excuse the hero's behaviour and how it's unfair that her body responds to him because is 'like so sexy'
*face palm*
Soo.. no mental or emotional trauma from the sexual assaults?
And we are all just one big happy family suddenly at the end?
This book is giving off very strong 'it's not rape because I love you' vibes
I would also like to point out that I'm a fan of 'dark romance' but they usually delve deeper into the psych then what is seen in this book, not just skip the repercussions of the assault and straight back into jumping each other's bones?!?
And beyond the mess of a plot, the writing is very rushed and very predictable.
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I just hope that any impressionable people that may read this understand that this is make believe and that it's NOT anyway okay to be treated this way by anyone, especially those you love and are in significant relationships with as this book is definitely a case of domestic violence. RAPE IS NOT ROMANTIC AND THERE SHOULD BE CONSEQUENCES!
After being repeatedly raped the only point the heroine seems to struggle with is how to excuse the hero's behaviour and how it's unfair that her body responds to him because is 'like so sexy'
*face palm*
Soo.. no mental or emotional trauma from the sexual assaults?
And we are all just one big happy family suddenly at the end?
This book is giving off very strong 'it's not rape because I love you' vibes
I would also like to point out that I'm a fan of 'dark romance' but they usually delve deeper into the psych then what is seen in this book, not just skip the repercussions of the assault and straight back into jumping each other's bones?!?
And beyond the mess of a plot, the writing is very rushed and very predictable.
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I just hope that any impressionable people that may read this understand that this is make believe and that it's NOT anyway okay to be treated this way by anyone, especially those you love and are in significant relationships with as this book is definitely a case of domestic violence. RAPE IS NOT ROMANTIC AND THERE SHOULD BE CONSEQUENCES!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 6, 2019
Go find your sugar and make yourself some lemonade.
This book was FILLED with triggers. The hero/anti-hero and OM do terrible things to the heroine, and feel very little to no remorse. If you like captive romance, iffy consent, and more possession/infatuation rather than romance, then you will probably enjoy this read.
Side note - hero meets heroine when she is underage. I know that’s a big no for some, so I’m including that in my goodreads review!
This book was FILLED with triggers. The hero/anti-hero and OM do terrible things to the heroine, and feel very little to no remorse. If you like captive romance, iffy consent, and more possession/infatuation rather than romance, then you will probably enjoy this read.
Side note - hero meets heroine when she is underage. I know that’s a big no for some, so I’m including that in my goodreads review!
April 19, 2021
NO, just NO... I'm not sure how many stories were cramped into this book, as there was no flow in the story at all. The past and present time-jumps were bad. Drake was a dark version of Mister Jekyll and Mr Hyde, personality disorder for sure... and I don't want to even comment on the events that took place and how they were handled... On top of all that, I didn't like Evelyn one bit...
March 12, 2017
Disappointing
I am a very big fan of dark reads, but this book was just rape and control. No, Drake had no redeeming qualities at all. Didn't care one bit about the things he did to Evelyn. I wish I wouldn't have wasted my time on this book.
I am a very big fan of dark reads, but this book was just rape and control. No, Drake had no redeeming qualities at all. Didn't care one bit about the things he did to Evelyn. I wish I wouldn't have wasted my time on this book.
dnf
July 28, 2021DNF’d a couple years ago. I was cool until he started chaining her in his basement and beating her. #peaceout✌🏻
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 14, 2017
Drake is a dangerous man that everyone respects and fears. At some point Evelyn is presented to him as a teenager, and becomes his. Even bad guys follow codes, which puts her on the "don't touch" shelf until her 18th birthday. This gets very dark, so go in expecting triggers.
The Good:
1. Drake has a soft spot for Evelyn that doesn't extend to anyone else. I love that in my anti-heroes.
2. In the beginning she sees him as her protector, and there was a sweetness which kept the age factor from getting icky.
The Bad:
1. My biggest problem was the time jumping throughout. If the timeline went in order might have been more of an immersive experience for this reader.
2. The heroine's thought processes drove me crazy at times. Evelyn is not that bright.
3. The sudden personality flip of Drake came out of nowhere.
Final Thoughts:
This reminds me of a well shot film, with editing decisions knocking stars off the final product. A decent read, but could have been so much better with a few minor tweaks.
The Good:
1. Drake has a soft spot for Evelyn that doesn't extend to anyone else. I love that in my anti-heroes.
2. In the beginning she sees him as her protector, and there was a sweetness which kept the age factor from getting icky.
The Bad:
1. My biggest problem was the time jumping throughout. If the timeline went in order might have been more of an immersive experience for this reader.
2. The heroine's thought processes drove me crazy at times. Evelyn is not that bright.
3. The sudden personality flip of Drake came out of nowhere.
Final Thoughts:
This reminds me of a well shot film, with editing decisions knocking stars off the final product. A decent read, but could have been so much better with a few minor tweaks.
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