Saving Graves

Irons #2

by Drew Sera

It would be a Sin
not to Save this soul.

Neglected. Tortured. Abused. Unloved.

I was left for dead at seventeen and learned to protect myself the only way I knew how…by not letting anyone get close to me — not anyone.

Discovering Club Irons has been like finding home for the first time in my life. It’s been a beacon of light in my dark life, and it’s where I finally belong.

I’m the most sought after Dom at Club Irons. Beautiful women line up for a chance to be with me for an evening. It’s not easy to resist them throwing themselves at me night after night. So I don’t. I won’t let any of them get attached, but there’s no reason we can’t have some dirty fun.

My soul may need saving, it’s true.
But the one it needs saving from most is me.

Drew
Sera

Genres: BDSM, Abuse, M F Romance, Dark

225 pages, Paperback

First published November 14, 2017

About the author

Drew Sera was born and raised in Sin City and writes dark romance.

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Reviews

[Mel Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg Omg Omg Saving Graves is such a fantastic book Drew Sera has given us another amazing book. This story had me crying pulling at my heart for Anthony and all he had to live with growing up. This book is so emotional you will need a book of Kleenex, this book delivers so much like pain, torture, guilt, along with strength, compassion and love.
We follow the story of Anthony and how he finds his way into the BDSM life, learn that it gives him what he never had control, we follow Anthony as he learns about Irons in Las Vegas and how he grows with the help of his mentor Blake. But along the way Anthony slips into a dark way and thinks pain will help can Blake help him. I can’t wait to read what happens next in Anthony’s story. I thoroughly enjoyed read Saving Graves and highly recommend this book to everyone.

[Julie Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMFG....how I have longed for this book to come out.. and I have to say ...it was so worth the wait. My book boyfriend has had a really bad life... my heart is broken for Anthony. Here we find a very young Anthony struggling with life living with his mother and step father... I want to do harm to them both.. oh and Connor ... I hope karma exists cause he needs to go thru the same as what he's done to Anthony. I could swear but best not..!! Life gets a bit better when he moves in with his father but by god what a struggle is has (not surprising considering what he's been thru). I so need to hug.. love... protect him. Drew u broke my heart, AGAIN.. but I so love u for it. The insight into Anthony's very dark life is shocking but we needed to know what he's gone thru to understand him better.. Roll on the next book. Phenomenal writing Drew Sera. 5* ++++++

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want an Anthony of my own,Drew Sera continues to write books that touch the heart. There is so much child abuse in this world and Drew handles it in such a way that the reader feels It, but it is not schmaltzy or overindulgent, it provides hope and the reader is grateful that Anthony does not turn into a sociopath. Paul is the dichotomy that Anthony could have become instead he is becoming a nurturer in spite of (or maybe because of) his perception that he will never love or be worthy of being love. Blake becomes his savior as well as his mentor after the death of his father who set him on the right path.

You will need tissues to hand when you read this book and allow plenty of time because you won't be able to put it down once you start it. I can't wait for the next one.

[LORRIE · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an amazing book. It was great to see how Anthony’s horrible beginnings turned him into the wonderful man that he became. It was good that he finally had loving caring people in his life that looked out for his best interests

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so in love with Anthony and just want to hold him and protect him, even though he would never allow it. Drew Sera is so amazing at getting you to feel everything that each character feels, it is full of such gut wrenching heartache for Anthony there were a few parts that I was full on crying but it is such a beautiful book that shows his pain and heart ache so well and will help you understand him in the Everett Gaming series books so much better.

[Tianna McPherson (Anna Lee) · Rating 5 out of 5]

How to start this book. The easiest way is have kleenex handy because you are going to need it. The book was so physically and emotionally powerful. It took us on that journey of how Anthony became Anthony and by God it just breaks my heart to see what he went through as I child, up until he was 17 and after. He was so traumatized from everything that I understand him so much more. I love him so much and I'm so happy that he overcame even that he went through. It was so in depth and man can I just say he will forever hold a special place in my heart. With reading the other books I can say this one thing...if you ever need a book to ground you this is the perfect book. It gives you so much raw emotion and it's so ral that you will Fallin love all over again. I have so looking forward to see how the next book is and I say congratulations to Drew Sera on another brilliant masterpiece. I happily give this this 10 stars if I could but since I'm only able to 5 it definitely deserve that. I have no words to describe how much this book touched my soul that I will be recommending it to any who asks

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is all about Anthony, his life growing up with his Mom, Step dad and their friend and his principal. He endured 17 years of abuse from those three until he finally made one call. That one call brought him into his Dad's life. A life so different but Anthony fought the feelings so much, he wanted love but did not know how to accept it or give it. He finds a lifestyle in BDSM that he embraces and loves the feelings he gets from this. Blake and Irons give Anthony the support he needs . You understand Anthony more from reading this book. This book is great.

[Madeleine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay where do I begin with this book? It was dark but, not dark enough to make you want to stop reading. It was dark enough to make you curious and upset enough that you want to keep reading because you're hoping for a happy ending. I cried, I cringed and fell in love with Anthony and his Dad and the happiness or semblance of happiness that his Dad tried to bring into his life. This is my second book by this author and I absolutely love her.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

[Melissa Boyd Vest · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drew Sera is a fabulous author! She has once again took me on that emotional roller coaster, this time into the darkness that made Anthony who he is. Anthony experienced things as a child that none should ever have to. He calls his dad for help and he takes him away from it all. He is only with his dad a short time before he is off to college and then he finds his place in the BDSM lifestyle. After being accepted into the mentoring at Irons and Blake chooses to be his mentor, Anthony is able to have the one thing he never had and that was the control over his life and what was happening at the time. With one phone call his life turns upside down again and the emotions he feels is to much for him to handle. I absolutely LOVED this book and would recommend it to anyone!!! This book was very emotional, I suggest Kleenexes to be on hand. Take a look into Anthony's darkness and see why we love him so much!

[E Loprete · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say, this book took you into the tragic, dark place that Anthony lived as a child. He struggled every day to try and come to terms with the hideous abuse he endured. With the love of his Father and Blake as is mentor as Club Irons, you get a better understand of his character in the Everett Gaming Series and his bond with Sydney. I didn't want the book to end, each page was a tug to my heart. This is a must read book

[Martha Lindblom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. Drew Sera has done it again. I usually do not write much about the story, but I can tell you you need to read this. You can feel all the pain Anthony is feeling and you just want to hold and hug him. You feel you are attached to him. I am glad there is a third book to complete his life up until he met Colin and Sydney. Enjoy this book and have a box of Kleenex ready.

[Peyton Gaudiosi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing. If you have even remotely liked other Drew Sera books then you will love this one. Yes you should read the Everett Gaming Series before Saving Graves but only so you know and love Anthony and feel his pain when reading Saving Graves. Will you cry? Yes you will. Will your heart cry out for Anthony? Yes absolutely. Will you say F*** Paul? Yes of course you will! Fall in love with Anthony all over again by taking a glimpse at his past

[A · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a sick story!!! I couldn’t figure out if i wanted to cry, hold my breathe or simply shake my head while reading Anthony’s story. I have to say I’m sitting at the edge waiting for the next book!!!! This is a dark book with so much pain on so many differently levels. If you like a great story that’s not not your typical boy meets girl they fall in love then this one is for you to DEFIANTLY read!!!!
I received an arc and this was my honest review

[Kelly Macintyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

An emotional and exotic read. Anthony has been through so much in his life it tears your heart out. But he is stonger than he gives himself credit for. Drew Sera has made a great book that you can’t help but feel the emotions that Anthony goes through and what he does to try and survive.

[Heidy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
What can I say? All I want to do is show Anthony the kind of love he needs and so deserves. My heart broke for him so many times. I cried more for him than I think I did when I gave birth to my children. This story about Anthony’s beginnings is remarkable. I could not believe how it all meshed so well, with what I already know about him. Drew Sera gave us an incredible story, as usual. This book is a must-read and very highly recommended… grab some tissues! I cannot elaborate anymore on this book or I will spoil it for you. It is just utterly and completely amazing!

[Natalie Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saving Graves is the most amazing, heart wrenching story I have ever read. If you are a fan of Drew Sera's Everett Gaming Series, then this is a must read!

This book is the story of what made Anthony the man he is today, his heartbreaking childhood of abuse, and learning what Love is and should be.

If you are as connected to Anthony as I am, you won't want to miss it. I cried for what he went through and it made me understand his present day choices so much better.

Read this book today! I guarantee you won't be able to put it down either! This book hits all the emotions and i still have a book hangover. I can't wait to read more!

[Aimee MacMahon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished Saving Graves and it was incredible. It was a heartbreaking but beautiful story. I just wanted to wrap my arms around Anthony and tell him that he can love and be loved. I have read many romance/erotica books and this is only the second book and/or series(Everett Gaming & Irons) that has made me cry. I felt so many emotions as I was reading it. Drew is a master at making you feel everything that the characters feel. Bravo Drew for giving us this incredible story!

[Kathryn Browne Bufton · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG. Drew Sera has once again demonstrated why she is such a phenomenal Author. Drew has such a gift with her writing that you fully become one with the Characters in her books. Get ready for an emotional journey with Anthony in Saving Graves. Tears are garanteed, your heart is going to bleed as you discover Anthony's story. Saving Graves has a Dark storyline to it, so please take note of the Authors warning at the beginning as for some it may set off emotional Triggers.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

My heart breaks for Anthony.. I just can't describe how great this book is. I cryed, smiled.The atrocities he went through as a child, and I was so glad when His mom and Bruce killed each other.When the end of the book came, I said Noo, I wanted to read more. I would recommend this book and looking forward to reading more by this amazing author

[Dawn Black · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every time I open one of Drew Sera's books, I know it is going to be an emotional ride. Saving Graves was no different. From the very first page, I was hooked, and my heart hurt for young Anthony. You first meet Anthony Graves in her Everett Gaming Series, when he's an adult and an already established member of Club Irons. Saving Graves takes you back to the day his life changed when he reached out to his estranged father. This book had me choking up, repeatedly. The emotions Drew graces her characters with, the feelings she pulls from her readers, are raw, honest, and intense. Drew brings her knowledge and love for the BDSM lifestyle to every book she writes, and she does it in a way that shows the reader just how beautiful it can be. Saving Graves is a must read for anyone who enjoys well-written, emotionally charged BDSM-themed fiction.

[Monica Randau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drew Sera is a fairly new author to me but I have to say that she literally blew me away with this one. Saving Graves is a very emotional and heart-breaking read and I have to admit that I had tears in my eyes for most of the book. This book was so amazingly written that it touched such a deep part of my heart and soul. This is the story of Anthony and how he discovers and finds his way into the BDSM lifestyle, his saving grace if you will. His past was full of so much torture and pain but Club Irons and this new lifestyle offer him a sense of control that he never had. This story was written with such beautiful passion and will tear your heart into literal pieces. I goes without saying that I highly recommend Saving Graves and would easily give it 10+ stars if it were possible. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book.

[Lena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phew! This was a tough book to read.
The beginning of Anthony’s life was hard enough, the middle was a little happier and the ending of the story made my stomach hurt again. That said, I wouldn’t liked to have missed this book for anything. My eyes got a little blurry sometimes and it was hard to read.
What a book!!!
I’ve missed the first book in the ’Iron’ serie, but I’ve got it now. I’m just worried that it can’t compare with ’Saving Graves’.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

[Jackie Von · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first book by this author. I enjoy discovering authors for the first time and exploring the uncharted course of imagination and new characters to fall in love with. With this author I discovered...a writer with a brilliant pen weaving you through a cacophony of emotions, a book character that I'm so in love with and a journey that left me breathless, panting and wanting more. What more can I say? This author is beyond talented, this book is beyond amazing and I can't wait to discover what's next. Warning, you will be hooked saving Graves.

[Katrina Haynes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow.. I was lucky to be on.Drew ARC Team and got to read this great book of Anthony story.. This was such a great book and love learning about Anthony story.. I felt like I was park of the book.. I don't want to give tp much away to this since ots not out til the 14th.. Its a must read and also you may want some Kleenex with you.. Because this is about younger Anthony before he meet Colin and Sydney.. 💕hugs for Anthony💕

[Betsy Pfaller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saving Graves is the second novel in Drew Sera’s Club Irons series. In Saving Graves we learn about the past that could have crushed Anthony Graves but instead he persevered even when the deck was stacked against him. Reading his backstory clearly explained so many of Anthony’s actions in the Everett Gaming series.

Anthony’s story is nothing less than heartbreaking. We see glimpses of the childhood that would have broken so many. Everyone in his life failed him in one way or another. The fact that Anthony made it out of such a terrible childhood even partially intact is amazing and a testament to his spirit.

However it isn’t until he stumbles into the BDSM world that things start to click for him. In the BDSM world he finds the acceptance and structure that he needs. When Blake Erickson, the owner of Club Irons, takes Anthony under his wing we see what pain Anthony still hides. Blake becomes his friend, mentor and ultimately his savior.

There are portions of this story that are disturbing because of the abuse that Anthony suffered at the hands of the people that were supposed to love and protect him. Seeing how that abuse distorted his reality on an ongoing basis was almost more heartbreaking that the abuse itself. This book has a dark storyline and readers should take note of the author’s trigger warning.

I have read every book that Drew has written and with each one I get more and more invested in the world she’s created. Saving Graves is yet another amazing story by an author that has quickly become a must read for me. I can’t wait to read more of Anthony’s secrets.

[Hanan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saving Graves was such a heart wrenching gripping read.
My heart was pounding so hard and fast reading Anthony’s story.
What a tough and abhorrent childhood he lived and endured.
Finally at the age of seventeen he’s barely seeing how a parent is supposed to be.
When Anthony accidentally stubbles in the BDSM world he’s captivated by it.
He takes it very seriously and learns everything he can.
When things are starting to fall into place for Anthony his dad passes and sends him down a path of darkness.
I really enjoyed reading Saving Graves although it’s a very very difficult topic to read about.
It’s filled with sorrow and pain. Abuse that destroys physically,emotionally,mentally and spiritually.
But along the way Anthony found people who do love and care about him. They want what’s in his best interest without nothing in return.
I love the character Anthony. With all he’s been through he has an inner strength and determination he might not even be aware of. Living that nightmare and come out still standing is a testament to his will to survive.
And the characters that are standing beside him,helping and guiding him,are amazing.
Showing Anthony,without even knowing about his childhood,that most people are kind,compassionate and truly care about him.
Looking forward to reading more of Anthony’s journey.
I voluntarily read an advanced copy

[Samantha Beson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy insane in a very good way! I can't even begin to describe what I read.. I absolutely loved this book. This is the second book in the series, it is all about Anthony Graves. The story starts when Anthony is 17. But you have many flashbacks to his younger days. Anthony has a very horrible upbringing. Anthony now lives with his dad and has to learn what is it like to have a parent that cares and loves him. Anthony has a very hard time with everything. Be prepared to have your emotions torn from your chest. During this whole horrible story of Anthony's life I wanted to reach through my Kindle and give him a hug, even though he doesn't like or handle hugs. Fantastic storyline with amazing characters. I was hooked from the first sentence. Couldn't put it down. Saving Graves is my first Drew Sera book and I was so NOT disappointed!!! I actually bought the first book, immediately after finishing this book. Love Sera's writing style. This is a MUST READ!!!!!!

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

[Lisa Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of the best stories I have ever read,it will grab right on to you from the very beginning and praying for it to become all right for Anthony.His childhood was horrific as he was tortured and abused beyond any common sense and his Mother and stepfather also principal Connor deserve to pay dearly with every single thing imaginable.My heart hurt.
I really liked how Anthony's father stepped up and worked with him and had the patience of a Saint doing anything he had to for Anthony's comfort and I respected him for that and loved his character.
BDSM seem to calm him and when he looked into the clubs and Irons he found a place to be safe and find out where he actually belongs and a mentor Blake who guided and showed him the way but for most part he became his friend to lean on for everything.The Author did a fantastic job and the writing is so good its like your there watching this happen and you want to help but you can't.There are no words,its a must read. I voluntarily read a readers copy of this book

[krissi · Rating 5 out of 5]

☆☆☆☆☆ A Hauntingly Dark Look Back on the Road to Saving Graves ☆☆☆☆☆

Sometimes we need to look back to see just how far we've come.

This book is a hauntingly dark look back at Anthony Graves and what led to him becoming the man he is in The Everett Gaming Series. The darkest roads can build those most appreciative of the light when it comes along.

Anthony Graves had an incredibly rough start in life and was nearly left for dead by the people who should have been the ones protecting him. The atrocities he endured before a nearly fatal encounter shouldn't be part of anyone's life -- especially a child.

This book is not a romantic love story. It's a story of someone broken and learning to love themselves enough to realize they deserve to be loved.

I was so moved by the vulnerability of the character in this story, that it had me raging at the ones causing him pain. There were times I had to stop reading and walk away, hoping I could calm down enough to return to the story. It needed to be told so that we can really recognize the depths of depravity Anthony survived...and just how much he has risen above it all.

Drew Sera's writing as always is stunning, evocative, and palpable -- her words so descriptive that you are LIVING the pages in this book! No need to wonder -- you see it, feel it, experience it -- live it...every detail.

The writing takes hold of you on this journey and you find yourself desperate to be the one to save Anthony -- because it truly would be a sin to not save this soul.

[Carrie Waltenbaugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Saving Graves, we are finally getting Anthony's back story. And what a story it is. It makes you wonder how much abuse one man can take. Saving Graves opens your eye to understand why Anthony is the way he is in the Everett Series. Saving Graves will open your eyes that some people come from a dark and scary place. Every question that you have about Anthony will be answered in the book.

Drew did a wonderful job in telling a story that I am sure was hard to write. She takes to the depths of what one person can endured with years of abuse. There were times that I needed to put the book down and walk away because you could what Anthony was going through and wonder how could anyone do that you a child and young adult. Saving Graves drawls you in from the get go and doesn't let you go until the end.