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Savage Men #2
Locked
A new romance by New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author Clarissa Wild!
People say I'm ferocious. Wild. Dangerous.
They're right. That's why I live on an island alone.
The jungle is my home. My personal prison.
Until she arrived.
The moment her helicopter crashed on my land, everything changed.
She's the only survivor ... And I'm keeping her locked up in a pit.
It's been too long since I last touched a woman, especially one so beautiful.
It makes me hunger for her.
I want her ... So I'll keep her ...
And I'll make her mine.
LOCKED is a full length STANDALONE novel, complete at 70000 words. No Cliffhanger. Book 2 in the Savage Men Series.
People say I'm ferocious. Wild. Dangerous.
They're right. That's why I live on an island alone.
The jungle is my home. My personal prison.
Until she arrived.
The moment her helicopter crashed on my land, everything changed.
She's the only survivor ... And I'm keeping her locked up in a pit.
It's been too long since I last touched a woman, especially one so beautiful.
It makes me hunger for her.
I want her ... So I'll keep her ...
And I'll make her mine.
LOCKED is a full length STANDALONE novel, complete at 70000 words. No Cliffhanger. Book 2 in the Savage Men Series.
362 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 26, 2017
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Clarissa Wild is a New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author with ASD, who was born and raised in the Netherlands. She loves to write Dark Romance and Contemporary Romance novels featuring dangerous men and feisty women. Her other loves include her hilarious husband, her cutie pie son, her two crazy but cute dogs, and her adorable kitties. In her free time, she enjoys watching all sorts of movies, playing video games, and cooking up some delicious meals.
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Clarissa Wild is a New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author with ASD, who was born and raised in the Netherlands. She loves to write Dark Romance and Contemporary Romance novels featuring dangerous men and feisty women. Her other loves include her hilarious husband, her cutie pie son, her two crazy but cute dogs, and her adorable kitties. In her free time, she enjoys watching all sorts of movies, playing video games, and cooking up some delicious meals.
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November 30, 2017
I wanted to love this one more than I did and the blame for that lies solidly at the feet of the heroine. I HATED this heroine so frigging much. She was stupid. She was a major bitch. She kept running off into the jungle like a f-ing idiot. If I had been Lock, I would have left her bitchy ungrateful ass stranded out there so a tiger would eat her and put us all out of our misery. I seriously could not stand her AT ALL. 
Apart from the aforementioned heroine hate, the book was a really great read. The writing was good. It was well paced. The plot was engaging and kept me turning the pages. The sex scenes were hot. There wasn't any angst or OW/OM drama. Since they are stranded on an Island there really wasn't many secondary characters. But the couple from CAGED make a quick appearance. I loved Lock. He was hot. He was alpha. He was hung like a horse. He deserved someone WAY better than Jules that is for sure. Last, it was all wrapped up in a perfect ending that will make most readers thrilled. I myself wished Jules would have met an untimely death by getting eaten by a python or something and Lock moved on to someone who could ACTUALLY teach him to be a better person but what can you do? *lol* In any case, this one gets a solid thumbs up from yours truly.
November 30, 2017
I will have to say that when this book started out with the plane crash and Juliet was in the pit, I had my doubts about where the romance was going to come from but I am proud to say that I was wrong. This story has an abundance of romance and sex appeal. Lock and Juliet started out kinda bumpy but once you learn Lock's back story his tenderness and unselfishness begins to shine through. Juliet was torn between the life she had known and the one with Lock that she craved. These two were constantly dealing with miscommunication but the underlying factor was the love they shared. This story was charming and sometimes even humorous to read. I enjoyed every page of it.
December 1, 2017
** Provided on behalf of the author for an honest review **
** Review by Gayle from Bloggers From Down Under **
Imagine this for only for a moment.
Solitude.
Quietness.
Away from the world, from people, from traffic, from city life.
Secluded on an island, living off the land, in nature with no disturbances.
Just you and your thoughts.
And you wouldn't want it any other way.
This is Lock's life.
A life that he ran too after living in hell for years.
Now after the abuse, the torment, the pain and hurt Lock can now live a life away from the clutches of his past.
Finally freedom is his.
But everything Lock is used to is about to change.
An accident is about to change Lock's life.
But more importantly she will be his game changer.
Her name....Juliet.
Juliet and Lock, two complete opposites, joined by the unlikeliest of circumstances.
How can two people so different co-exist in Lock's world?
How can Juliet survive when she finally realizes that Lock will do anything in his power to keep her?
Lock will make Juliet his.....Who will survive?
Guys again another spectacular read by Clarissa Wild. Raw, confronting an highly emotional, Lock was everything a novel could be and so much more.
Catapulted into a world that delves into the mind of what life is like when you are broken and not conditioned to live on the outside world. Thrown into a tragic story about the willingness to love even though you have never felt it.
A powerful read that left me speechless.
Sheer perfection.
5 stars
** Review by Gayle from Bloggers From Down Under **
Imagine this for only for a moment.
Solitude.
Quietness.
Away from the world, from people, from traffic, from city life.
Secluded on an island, living off the land, in nature with no disturbances.
Just you and your thoughts.
And you wouldn't want it any other way.
This is Lock's life.
A life that he ran too after living in hell for years.
Now after the abuse, the torment, the pain and hurt Lock can now live a life away from the clutches of his past.
Finally freedom is his.
But everything Lock is used to is about to change.
An accident is about to change Lock's life.
But more importantly she will be his game changer.
Her name....Juliet.
Juliet and Lock, two complete opposites, joined by the unlikeliest of circumstances.
How can two people so different co-exist in Lock's world?
How can Juliet survive when she finally realizes that Lock will do anything in his power to keep her?
Lock will make Juliet his.....Who will survive?
Guys again another spectacular read by Clarissa Wild. Raw, confronting an highly emotional, Lock was everything a novel could be and so much more.
Catapulted into a world that delves into the mind of what life is like when you are broken and not conditioned to live on the outside world. Thrown into a tragic story about the willingness to love even though you have never felt it.
A powerful read that left me speechless.
Sheer perfection.
5 stars
December 4, 2017
Each book this author releases I want to devour. I can’t help it. Her books are fantastic and this is another brilliant read from her.
After running from a nightmare life Lock finds himself living on a remote island. He prefers living by himself, that is until Julia literally crashes into his life. Can these two completely different people with totally different lives make a relationship?
Fantastic storyline. I love Lock although it took a while for Julia to grow on me.
I’m looking forward to seeing what else this author has up her sleeve for her readers.
After running from a nightmare life Lock finds himself living on a remote island. He prefers living by himself, that is until Julia literally crashes into his life. Can these two completely different people with totally different lives make a relationship?
Fantastic storyline. I love Lock although it took a while for Julia to grow on me.
I’m looking forward to seeing what else this author has up her sleeve for her readers.
November 30, 2017
***4 ‘#TeamLock’ Stars***
After finishing Caged I crossed my toes that there would be more stories coming from that world because there were a couple of loose strings that I really wanted to see tied up. So, when Locked was announced I was all KINDS of excited, because let’s be honest ~ I love Clarissa Wild’s dark and dirty mind and the mindfuck she takes me on and what a wild ride Locked was! It was a journey that was all kinds of dirty, smexy and yet sweet and filled with heart that made me step outside of my little bubble and really consider what I’d do if I were in that situation.
Okay. I ADORED Lock. He is all kinds of wild and savage...think caveman, but he isn’t an animal. His view of the world is simple and in that simplicity is a pure and bruised heart that just wants to live in a world that gives him peace. I will admit that I had my moments with some of his actions, but the man was so honest and sincere in his actions and feelings that it was difficult to dislike him.
Jules, Jules, *big, heavy sigh* Jules. Here’s the thing. If I were in her situation, I know I’d be freaking the fuck out. No question about it. So I totally empathize with her and her reactions and while some of her actions I understood, some just drove me batshit crazy. Common sense and logic went bye bye, and I get why but...damn. What saved her for me was that when she wasn’t freaking out, she was this kind, inquisitive and compassionate woman, a little uptight, but a good woman.
I know I don’t even have to say anything about their romance, but I will. It was all kinds of down and dirty smexy. It has that whole Tarzan/Beauty and the Beast vibe (and you all know how much I love my Beauty and the Beast romances) that just totally worked for me. But what really got me was how basic it was. Here are two people alone in the wild with no distractions so they are forced to come as they are. It doesn’t get more real than that. The crazy ran rampant, which is to be expected when extreme opposites are thrown together, and though Jules drove me up the wall, I can’t say I was unhappy that she fought her attraction to Lock as much as she did, if she hadn’t I probably would have written her off. But their HEA is theirs and I’m just happy they worked everything out.
There will a wide range of reactions to Locked and I’m firmly in the corner of enjoying the hell out of it. True, I am a Clarissa Wild fan and all, but this was a fun ride and I cannot wait for Chased!
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
After finishing Caged I crossed my toes that there would be more stories coming from that world because there were a couple of loose strings that I really wanted to see tied up. So, when Locked was announced I was all KINDS of excited, because let’s be honest ~ I love Clarissa Wild’s dark and dirty mind and the mindfuck she takes me on and what a wild ride Locked was! It was a journey that was all kinds of dirty, smexy and yet sweet and filled with heart that made me step outside of my little bubble and really consider what I’d do if I were in that situation.
Okay. I ADORED Lock. He is all kinds of wild and savage...think caveman, but he isn’t an animal. His view of the world is simple and in that simplicity is a pure and bruised heart that just wants to live in a world that gives him peace. I will admit that I had my moments with some of his actions, but the man was so honest and sincere in his actions and feelings that it was difficult to dislike him.
Jules, Jules, *big, heavy sigh* Jules. Here’s the thing. If I were in her situation, I know I’d be freaking the fuck out. No question about it. So I totally empathize with her and her reactions and while some of her actions I understood, some just drove me batshit crazy. Common sense and logic went bye bye, and I get why but...damn. What saved her for me was that when she wasn’t freaking out, she was this kind, inquisitive and compassionate woman, a little uptight, but a good woman.
I know I don’t even have to say anything about their romance, but I will. It was all kinds of down and dirty smexy. It has that whole Tarzan/Beauty and the Beast vibe (and you all know how much I love my Beauty and the Beast romances) that just totally worked for me. But what really got me was how basic it was. Here are two people alone in the wild with no distractions so they are forced to come as they are. It doesn’t get more real than that. The crazy ran rampant, which is to be expected when extreme opposites are thrown together, and though Jules drove me up the wall, I can’t say I was unhappy that she fought her attraction to Lock as much as she did, if she hadn’t I probably would have written her off. But their HEA is theirs and I’m just happy they worked everything out.
There will a wide range of reactions to Locked and I’m firmly in the corner of enjoying the hell out of it. True, I am a Clarissa Wild fan and all, but this was a fun ride and I cannot wait for Chased!
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
December 10, 2017
Juliet (h) is a wildlife biologist 👩🏻⚕️. During a research her helicopter gets crashed in an island. Her coworkers die. She is saved by a mountain man.
Lock (H) lives in the jungle and likes his solitary life. He saves Juliet when her helicopter crashes.
At first both are vary of each other. He thinks that she destroyed his place by her helicopter crashing. She thinks he is trying to kill her. When she tries to harm him, he puts her in a pit. It was very funny when he throws meat to her like a pet. She was irritated because she doesn't eat meat. She tries to escape only to come back again with him. Later she settles there.
The book was not bad. I enjoyed it. That's it. It's nothing new that I haven't read. It's safe so definitely there's no harm in reading it.
Lock (H) lives in the jungle and likes his solitary life. He saves Juliet when her helicopter crashes.
At first both are vary of each other. He thinks that she destroyed his place by her helicopter crashing. She thinks he is trying to kill her. When she tries to harm him, he puts her in a pit. It was very funny when he throws meat to her like a pet. She was irritated because she doesn't eat meat. She tries to escape only to come back again with him. Later she settles there.
The book was not bad. I enjoyed it. That's it. It's nothing new that I haven't read. It's safe so definitely there's no harm in reading it.
December 1, 2017
Juliet is a biologist who was headed to an uncharted island to study the plant life there. However things drastically changed when an accident occurred when her helicopter crash landed and she is the only survivor left of the crash. When Juliet comes to after the crash, she finds there is some life on the island when she finds a huge hunky stranger that has taken her & locked her up.
Lock is this savage man; one who is misunderstood but that isn’t something he is responsible for— His behavior is thru no fault of his own. Years earlier, he committed a terrible crime and because decided he was better off leaving on his own and being by himself, that is how he came to be on the island and how he was so savage. Juliet being on Lock’s island has set off a chain of events thru no fault of her own which means Lock cant help how he acts. There was a series of misunderstandings and miscommunication but I have to say, WOW they have sizzling chemistry that is thru the roof HAWT!!! How will they get off this island and will Lock want to leave since he has been on the island for so long…Who saves who in the end ? What demons rise up and cause the most mischief for which main character? This story has many twists and turns but the ending went exactly the way I had hoped for this story flowed and had a kinetic pace that kept me hooked from word one until the very perfect ending.
My Rating: 4.8 stars *****
“I received an advanced copy of this book from the author at no cost to me."
Lock is this savage man; one who is misunderstood but that isn’t something he is responsible for— His behavior is thru no fault of his own. Years earlier, he committed a terrible crime and because decided he was better off leaving on his own and being by himself, that is how he came to be on the island and how he was so savage. Juliet being on Lock’s island has set off a chain of events thru no fault of her own which means Lock cant help how he acts. There was a series of misunderstandings and miscommunication but I have to say, WOW they have sizzling chemistry that is thru the roof HAWT!!! How will they get off this island and will Lock want to leave since he has been on the island for so long…Who saves who in the end ? What demons rise up and cause the most mischief for which main character? This story has many twists and turns but the ending went exactly the way I had hoped for this story flowed and had a kinetic pace that kept me hooked from word one until the very perfect ending.
My Rating: 4.8 stars *****
“I received an advanced copy of this book from the author at no cost to me."
December 15, 2017
Lock and Cage. Raised to be fighters. Almost animals.
Lock, the eldest, in his time as a prisoner, could leave his cage to see the world sometimes, but his hunger for friendship and company was enormous. Exactly so he ended up getting involved in an episode in which he became a fugitive from the police.
Years ahead, Lock was well living alone on an island. But a helicopter crash brought to him the person who would become his mate.
Juliet Baker joined an expedition whose experimental phase would be done in loco, on an uninhabited island. But an accident kills the helicopter pilot and, in the fall, only she survives.
Dumbfounded by the shock, she finds herself in the arms of a rustic and strong man, and some time later she discovers that he and wild animals were the only inhabitants of that island.
The only thing that goes through Juliet's mind is to return to civilization, but for some reason, Lock doesn't think like her.
He knew human beings, he saw their greed and selfishness. He saw what they are capable of. What HE could do for being forced to fight and kill.
On the other hand, he wanted Juliet to stay with him forever. There, they could be a happy family. But how, without running water, energy, medicines?
But a tiger attack and the appearance of a boat give them the chance to return. Lock is taken to the hospital. Juliet finds herself in love.
But could she convince him to live in the city?
In love, Lock wants to do anything to make his Juliet happy, but could he withstand the pressure of living among other people?
2,5 stars
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Lock, the eldest, in his time as a prisoner, could leave his cage to see the world sometimes, but his hunger for friendship and company was enormous. Exactly so he ended up getting involved in an episode in which he became a fugitive from the police.
Years ahead, Lock was well living alone on an island. But a helicopter crash brought to him the person who would become his mate.
Juliet Baker joined an expedition whose experimental phase would be done in loco, on an uninhabited island. But an accident kills the helicopter pilot and, in the fall, only she survives.
Dumbfounded by the shock, she finds herself in the arms of a rustic and strong man, and some time later she discovers that he and wild animals were the only inhabitants of that island.
The only thing that goes through Juliet's mind is to return to civilization, but for some reason, Lock doesn't think like her.
He knew human beings, he saw their greed and selfishness. He saw what they are capable of. What HE could do for being forced to fight and kill.
On the other hand, he wanted Juliet to stay with him forever. There, they could be a happy family. But how, without running water, energy, medicines?
But a tiger attack and the appearance of a boat give them the chance to return. Lock is taken to the hospital. Juliet finds herself in love.
But could she convince him to live in the city?
In love, Lock wants to do anything to make his Juliet happy, but could he withstand the pressure of living among other people?
2,5 stars
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October 9, 2019
The dumbest story ever told
This wannabe cold bitch's inner dialogue is more than nauseating. It would be insulting to juveniles to compare her mindset to theirs. I rolled my eyes so many times that I was scared I would not be able to see again. This immature asshole stated that she was dismayed that he caught her fondling his dick. She is a researcher who is not a virgin; but, she acts clueless for no damn reason. The end result is the author’s laziness evolves into disrespect for my dollar and time. She actually succeeded in making “Chased” seem like a better piece of fiction when you compare it to “Locked”. This is pure trash. I questioned how does Lock appears to be a reasonable adult when his interactions have been limited by his past circumstances and present an isolated residence. Running away because she’s afraid he might convince her to stay sounds like an 8-yr old. It’s so wrong. Far too much self-loathing (I’m pathetic) and talk of I hate you. I should never be with a man like him. She cares so much for animals but has trouble showing empathy for a man who grew up treated less than an animal. She has the best sex in her life and immediately walks away from Lock because she should be mad. It’s an island stop chasing her. Please leave her miserable ass alone for at least the next 50 pages. She damn sure is no heroine. She is a villain. Cold shoulders, guilt, whining, casting venomous words, judgemental, self-righteous, manipulative, dismissive, weapons of emotional warfare against a man who is so desperate for a female companion that he continuously pleas for her to choose him and for him to be enough for her, let me love you he begs over and over and over and over again. The shame for you Ms. Wild for throwing this trash onto multiple pages and sinfully selling it. I wanted that boat to drown her miserable ass and him to find it too painful to stay on the island so he builds a boat, goes to the mainland to repent for involvement in the death of Ella’s little sister only to find forgiveness and the family he longed for, him discovering siblings and his niece. Learning of his history (family background) and the death of his father. Living with Cage and his family and falling in love with a nurse or nanny so he can feel valued, loved, not a consolation prize. But the author took in another direction that for me was too little too late.
This wannabe cold bitch's inner dialogue is more than nauseating. It would be insulting to juveniles to compare her mindset to theirs. I rolled my eyes so many times that I was scared I would not be able to see again. This immature asshole stated that she was dismayed that he caught her fondling his dick. She is a researcher who is not a virgin; but, she acts clueless for no damn reason. The end result is the author’s laziness evolves into disrespect for my dollar and time. She actually succeeded in making “Chased” seem like a better piece of fiction when you compare it to “Locked”. This is pure trash. I questioned how does Lock appears to be a reasonable adult when his interactions have been limited by his past circumstances and present an isolated residence. Running away because she’s afraid he might convince her to stay sounds like an 8-yr old. It’s so wrong. Far too much self-loathing (I’m pathetic) and talk of I hate you. I should never be with a man like him. She cares so much for animals but has trouble showing empathy for a man who grew up treated less than an animal. She has the best sex in her life and immediately walks away from Lock because she should be mad. It’s an island stop chasing her. Please leave her miserable ass alone for at least the next 50 pages. She damn sure is no heroine. She is a villain. Cold shoulders, guilt, whining, casting venomous words, judgemental, self-righteous, manipulative, dismissive, weapons of emotional warfare against a man who is so desperate for a female companion that he continuously pleas for her to choose him and for him to be enough for her, let me love you he begs over and over and over and over again. The shame for you Ms. Wild for throwing this trash onto multiple pages and sinfully selling it. I wanted that boat to drown her miserable ass and him to find it too painful to stay on the island so he builds a boat, goes to the mainland to repent for involvement in the death of Ella’s little sister only to find forgiveness and the family he longed for, him discovering siblings and his niece. Learning of his history (family background) and the death of his father. Living with Cage and his family and falling in love with a nurse or nanny so he can feel valued, loved, not a consolation prize. But the author took in another direction that for me was too little too late.
December 14, 2017
OMG that heroine was annoying. I tried, but I can't do it.
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December 1, 2017
What a book from beginning till the end! Lock has been living on a island and basically doesn’t know what the real world is. One day thinking it’s a bird a plane crashes and a woman survives. Juliet is in a cage and just wants off the island and doesn’t understand what this strange man wants. That’s all I’m gonna say about the book read it you will love it as much as I do! The author brings you into a new world and makes you fall deep in love with Lock but is he truly a good guy or the villain of the story you decide but watch out Lock is always watching and what he wants he gets! 5/5 stars oh and read Caged first! *** I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Copy of this book ***
December 1, 2017
Must Read Cage's book before this book.
I Rate This book: 3 1/2 stars
This is Lock's book, Cage's Brother. I Like the idea of this book but I have to say it didn't seem very long actually, so it was underwhelming but good at the same time. Juliet is a troubling character to like, she has good and bad moments but honestly to me she wasn't a logical fit for Lock.
I Rate This book: 3 1/2 stars
This is Lock's book, Cage's Brother. I Like the idea of this book but I have to say it didn't seem very long actually, so it was underwhelming but good at the same time. Juliet is a troubling character to like, she has good and bad moments but honestly to me she wasn't a logical fit for Lock.
December 3, 2017
If you are a reader, please read Caged first before you delve into Locked. There is so moments within Caged, which connects with this story.
Locked was an amazing character. He was the king of his own jungle. I loved his way of thinking. He took what he had and made it work for him. Jules... The woman annoyed me at times. I just wanted to shake her and say stop running. Please... I understood why she would run once or twice but after while she needed to understand her situation and the person she is with.
Locked was a good read. It was a nice concept of me Tarzan and you Jane. Pick it up after you take the time to read Caged.
Locked was an amazing character. He was the king of his own jungle. I loved his way of thinking. He took what he had and made it work for him. Jules... The woman annoyed me at times. I just wanted to shake her and say stop running. Please... I understood why she would run once or twice but after while she needed to understand her situation and the person she is with.
Locked was a good read. It was a nice concept of me Tarzan and you Jane. Pick it up after you take the time to read Caged.
March 26, 2018
This story was slow and repetitive. I was also disappointed by the ending. It was pretty unrealistic.
December 3, 2017
An ARC of Locked by Clarissa Wild was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.
Locked by Clarissa Wild is fascinating. Readers you won't be disappointed. If you're familiar with Clarissa's writing, then you're going to love Locked. If you read Caged, then you should already know who Lock is to Cage. Like Cage, Lock is a beast of a man of few words. However, their actions speak volumes. As a reader, I fell in love with Lock's character from the start. He's endearing to me, just like Cage was.
Juliet is a wildlife biologist who gets trap on an island after her helicopter crashes. She's hurt and stranded with nowhere to go. Lock comes to her rescue, saving her against his better judgment. However, Juliet doesn't make the task easy. She's fiery, headstrong, and independent. In her mindset, she'd never needed anyone's help. She's all about doing things in her best interest. She doesn't appreciate Lock's way of help, his way of keeping her safe.
Lock doesn't do people. He doesn't like them. He loves to be alone, surrounded by nature. He loves his island, his home. His solitude, but Juliet’s appearance in his life causes chaos not just on his mind, but also it awakens his manly urges. His ultimate goal is to have Juliet as his woman. He wants to keep her on the island with him as his companion, but Juliet doesn't share the same goal as Lock. She wants to go back home, back to civilization, and to take the news of her team's death back to their families.
Things between Lock and Juliet isn't easy. Lock and Juliet get off to a rocky start. The two can't seem to see eye-to-eye on any situation. Their opinions are different. They aren't on the same page. At least not in the beginning. They are both headstrong. Both thinking they are right regardless of what the other thinks. Trust seems to be a huge factor to both of them.
Lock and Juliet had to learn to get along and depend on one another. They got under one another's skin a lot. At one point, all they did was bicker, but I loved it. I liked how they went back and forth. Clarissa Wild did an amazing job writing Lock and Juliet's frustrations with one another.
Lock and Juliet attraction to each other played a part in why they butted heads from time to time. Their intense feelings for one another confused them as much as it scared them. They had a raw way of resolving their issues. Things could got pretty heated and heavy between them. I found it to be their best moments. It was like the island had a way of bringing out their animalistic urges.
I loved the fact that Lock was very crafty with his hands. He could make anything once he collected the necessary tools for it. A bed, a home and eating utensils, and even a shower was just some of the many things he could craft. The island was his playground. Juliet was resourceful in her own right. She knew from her experience as a wildlife biologist about the different plants and fruits that were edible. She even knew what type of herb to get to make a medicine to clean and soothe cuts.
The best things about Locked was the fast-paced story, the story concept and the insanely hot chemistry between Lock and Juliet, and how well-written Clarissa Wild developed our two main characters. Readers, you're going to fall in love with Lock and Juliet. I loved the changes that both of these characters goes through. I loved how their love for one another increased, shaping into something even more beautiful and powerful. They found that their home was where their heart was.
Loved all the moments with Cage and Lock. Their reunion with both Ella and Juliet there was such a heartfelt moment. I've wanted everyone to meet since we learned in Caged that Cage had a brother. Finally, there was closure for Ella in regards to her sister. Cage got to see his brother, who shared the same treatment from their father. Also, Lock got to make peace with his past.
Locked by Clarissa Wild is fascinating. Readers you won't be disappointed. If you're familiar with Clarissa's writing, then you're going to love Locked. If you read Caged, then you should already know who Lock is to Cage. Like Cage, Lock is a beast of a man of few words. However, their actions speak volumes. As a reader, I fell in love with Lock's character from the start. He's endearing to me, just like Cage was.
Juliet is a wildlife biologist who gets trap on an island after her helicopter crashes. She's hurt and stranded with nowhere to go. Lock comes to her rescue, saving her against his better judgment. However, Juliet doesn't make the task easy. She's fiery, headstrong, and independent. In her mindset, she'd never needed anyone's help. She's all about doing things in her best interest. She doesn't appreciate Lock's way of help, his way of keeping her safe.
Lock doesn't do people. He doesn't like them. He loves to be alone, surrounded by nature. He loves his island, his home. His solitude, but Juliet’s appearance in his life causes chaos not just on his mind, but also it awakens his manly urges. His ultimate goal is to have Juliet as his woman. He wants to keep her on the island with him as his companion, but Juliet doesn't share the same goal as Lock. She wants to go back home, back to civilization, and to take the news of her team's death back to their families.
Things between Lock and Juliet isn't easy. Lock and Juliet get off to a rocky start. The two can't seem to see eye-to-eye on any situation. Their opinions are different. They aren't on the same page. At least not in the beginning. They are both headstrong. Both thinking they are right regardless of what the other thinks. Trust seems to be a huge factor to both of them.
Lock and Juliet had to learn to get along and depend on one another. They got under one another's skin a lot. At one point, all they did was bicker, but I loved it. I liked how they went back and forth. Clarissa Wild did an amazing job writing Lock and Juliet's frustrations with one another.
Lock and Juliet attraction to each other played a part in why they butted heads from time to time. Their intense feelings for one another confused them as much as it scared them. They had a raw way of resolving their issues. Things could got pretty heated and heavy between them. I found it to be their best moments. It was like the island had a way of bringing out their animalistic urges.
I loved the fact that Lock was very crafty with his hands. He could make anything once he collected the necessary tools for it. A bed, a home and eating utensils, and even a shower was just some of the many things he could craft. The island was his playground. Juliet was resourceful in her own right. She knew from her experience as a wildlife biologist about the different plants and fruits that were edible. She even knew what type of herb to get to make a medicine to clean and soothe cuts.
The best things about Locked was the fast-paced story, the story concept and the insanely hot chemistry between Lock and Juliet, and how well-written Clarissa Wild developed our two main characters. Readers, you're going to fall in love with Lock and Juliet. I loved the changes that both of these characters goes through. I loved how their love for one another increased, shaping into something even more beautiful and powerful. They found that their home was where their heart was.
Loved all the moments with Cage and Lock. Their reunion with both Ella and Juliet there was such a heartfelt moment. I've wanted everyone to meet since we learned in Caged that Cage had a brother. Finally, there was closure for Ella in regards to her sister. Cage got to see his brother, who shared the same treatment from their father. Also, Lock got to make peace with his past.
January 3, 2018
It’s like a mix between Surviving Raine and Transcendence by Shay Savage, both of which I LOVE by the way! I had a hard time with the heroine in the book, she kind of gave me whiplash with her thoughts of loving the H and hating him, I disliked every time she blamed him for any little misdeed because he was so freaking sweet and she found any excuse to start pounding away at him.
Researcher and her coworkers are traveling to a remote island when their helicopter goes down, remote Alpha finds her and saves her, she runs... he chases. She runs... he chases ;) You know how this goes. Overall I enjoyed it a lot.
Researcher and her coworkers are traveling to a remote island when their helicopter goes down, remote Alpha finds her and saves her, she runs... he chases. She runs... he chases ;) You know how this goes. Overall I enjoyed it a lot.
December 3, 2017
First, I recommend reading Caged before Locked as there are characters that cross over.
I had a tough time with this review - I loved Caged, and I'm a big fan of Clarissa's writing, but I didn't like Jules and Lock. I found Jules to be too indecisive and whiney. I wanted her to be strong and sure of herself, as most of Clarissa's heroines are. Lock is probably my least liked CW character. No redeeming qualities about him, in my opinion. I thought he was too stubborn and pouted too much for an alpha male. I found the ending to be unrealistic as well.
So, on to what I liked: The premise of the helicopter crash on a deserted island was interesting. I wanted to keep reading to find out what happened. The scenic details helped set the scene and I could picture the island.
I had a tough time with this review - I loved Caged, and I'm a big fan of Clarissa's writing, but I didn't like Jules and Lock. I found Jules to be too indecisive and whiney. I wanted her to be strong and sure of herself, as most of Clarissa's heroines are. Lock is probably my least liked CW character. No redeeming qualities about him, in my opinion. I thought he was too stubborn and pouted too much for an alpha male. I found the ending to be unrealistic as well.
So, on to what I liked: The premise of the helicopter crash on a deserted island was interesting. I wanted to keep reading to find out what happened. The scenic details helped set the scene and I could picture the island.
December 5, 2017
So I really enjoyed this story in a whole different way than Caged. Which btw I don't think you have to read Caged to understand this book, but I would if you want to understand some of what is going on in the end.
This book with Lock is not nearly as dark as Caged was, but it a complicated and emotional story for him. I love Lock, I wanted his story when he was brought up in Caged and could not wait to read his story when we all found out it would be released and Clarissa did not disappoint. Lock is the kind of man you would want to find you if you find yourself lost on an unknown island. Even not growing up the way a "normal" man does he still has more compassion than anyone else would in that situation.
Jules is a strong independent woman that has gone through something very traumatic. She is very lucky that Lock is there to protect her and take care of her. I sometimes wanted to smack her for how she treated him, but then I had to get out of my head and into hers and understand that she wants to go home and that I probably am the same way. Especially with having no patience for being stranded on an island with someone I know nothing about.
This is a wonderfully written story that I was grateful to read for my honest review. I think Lock is my new book boyfriend. I voluntarily read an advance reader copy for my honest review.
This book with Lock is not nearly as dark as Caged was, but it a complicated and emotional story for him. I love Lock, I wanted his story when he was brought up in Caged and could not wait to read his story when we all found out it would be released and Clarissa did not disappoint. Lock is the kind of man you would want to find you if you find yourself lost on an unknown island. Even not growing up the way a "normal" man does he still has more compassion than anyone else would in that situation.
Jules is a strong independent woman that has gone through something very traumatic. She is very lucky that Lock is there to protect her and take care of her. I sometimes wanted to smack her for how she treated him, but then I had to get out of my head and into hers and understand that she wants to go home and that I probably am the same way. Especially with having no patience for being stranded on an island with someone I know nothing about.
This is a wonderfully written story that I was grateful to read for my honest review. I think Lock is my new book boyfriend. I voluntarily read an advance reader copy for my honest review.
December 4, 2020
Locked wasn’t quite as good as the first instalment in this series. I was disappointed that Lock seemed to fall into insta-love with Jules almost immediately, and the entire premise of the book fell apart within the first few chapters. Jules, on the other hand, is very back and forth with her desires. I found the way that she seemed to toy with Lock’s heart pretty irritating, and she makes very dumb decisions throughout the book. These dumb decisions always seemed to put Lock in danger (how many times does he have to prove that he cares about you, woman?!) and she would always come out of them relatively unscathed.
There are a few times where the novel needed to be edited a little better. For example (spoiler-free), in one scene where she meets a character, and then the next scene she says that she’s still waiting to meet them. It was clear that the scenes had been rearranged but not properly edited to fix these errors.
The novel also required me to suspend my disbelief too many times, just because of the logistics of being on an island seemingly untouched by humanity.
The romance between Jules and Lock was quite sweet and steamy, but I do wish that this book had lived up to my expectations after the first in the series blew me out of the water.
There are a few times where the novel needed to be edited a little better. For example (spoiler-free), in one scene where she meets a character, and then the next scene she says that she’s still waiting to meet them. It was clear that the scenes had been rearranged but not properly edited to fix these errors.
The novel also required me to suspend my disbelief too many times, just because of the logistics of being on an island seemingly untouched by humanity.
The romance between Jules and Lock was quite sweet and steamy, but I do wish that this book had lived up to my expectations after the first in the series blew me out of the water.
December 7, 2017
Locked
by Clarissa Wild
To start, Jules finds herself in a terrifying situation when she awakes in a pit, unable to get out. She has no memory at first of a plane crash, but she seems to be the only survivor. And her capture turns out to be a scary, silent, savage.
To begin with I wasn't sure how a romance was ever going to happen.
I found Jules to be a little foolish and even down right annoying, I mean she was always worrying about her food choices or racing off to escape, to where, I don't know. But when she became more attuned to her situation, she became more likeable, and she and Lock's rocky start became a friendlier relationship, and then even more. Lock began to open up and reveal his past and a his natural unselfish behaviour and his tender treatment began to show through with many a "hot" encounter.
They both though were constantly having disagreements but still a close, loving bond was formed.
The story is a little scary and an unusual tale, but it was masterly written and is an entertaining romantic read.
by Clarissa Wild
To start, Jules finds herself in a terrifying situation when she awakes in a pit, unable to get out. She has no memory at first of a plane crash, but she seems to be the only survivor. And her capture turns out to be a scary, silent, savage.
To begin with I wasn't sure how a romance was ever going to happen.
I found Jules to be a little foolish and even down right annoying, I mean she was always worrying about her food choices or racing off to escape, to where, I don't know. But when she became more attuned to her situation, she became more likeable, and she and Lock's rocky start became a friendlier relationship, and then even more. Lock began to open up and reveal his past and a his natural unselfish behaviour and his tender treatment began to show through with many a "hot" encounter.
They both though were constantly having disagreements but still a close, loving bond was formed.
The story is a little scary and an unusual tale, but it was masterly written and is an entertaining romantic read.
December 5, 2017
Locked by Clarissa Wild is the story of Juliet and Lock. Juliet is a biologist looking to do research when the helicopter she is on crashes. When she first wakes up she sees something of a monster she thinks and tries to run. But ends up passing out again to wake up next time in a cage. Lock has lived isolated for some time turning into an animal almost. But when he saves Juliet he knows he is attracted to her and not being around a women in a while he wants to keep her. There is some miscommunication and some award times. Juliet kept trying to runaway of course but in the end they started to work their feelings out. Overall a very exciting read!
December 5, 2017
4.5 action packed stars!! After waking in a pit after surviving a deadly crash, Juliet just wants to go home, poor lonely Lock has a hard time understanding why she wants to leave him. My heart broke for Lock. This was a very dark and exciting read.
This book was given to me at my request and I provided this review voluntarily
This book was given to me at my request and I provided this review voluntarily
December 10, 2017
Hot damn! Lock and Juliet is not a story you want to miss! I loved this book, it's so barbaric, and so steamy. My heart goes to Lock for all he went through, from his past. Juliet was funny to me, she made me laugh a couple times. I highly recommend this book, Plus you get a bonus book called Father.
November 30, 2017
Lock, a product of his environment...
...escapes that life, and makes new one
His space is invaded, and his life is interrupted...
Lock is intimidating and honest...
...he is an enigma, she is puzzle..
Love this story...
...Their connection, their attraction...and also their empathy
...escapes that life, and makes new one
His space is invaded, and his life is interrupted...
Lock is intimidating and honest...
...he is an enigma, she is puzzle..
Love this story...
...Their connection, their attraction...and also their empathy
December 14, 2017
Woeful. Flaky lead female.
August 21, 2018
3.5 stars
December 29, 2017
This story is definitely Dark and mysterious. It has all the action and drama of the helicopter crash and being held in the cave. Unfortunately, after this, the story became somewhat repetitive in her attempts to flee the island and their subsequent makeup sex.
Told in dual POV, this definitely assisted in understanding each character’s actions and thoughts.
I struggled with parts of this story, especially Lock and his understanding and knowledge of the outside world.
Personally, the second half of this story flowed better for me. I believe I would have understood Lock more if his past was briefly explained at the start.
I have not read any other books linked to this story. In hindsight, I would have enjoyed this more if I had read Ella & Cage’s story first?
In conclusion, Locked neatly ties up this relationship and I am left with no questions.
Told in dual POV, this definitely assisted in understanding each character’s actions and thoughts.
I struggled with parts of this story, especially Lock and his understanding and knowledge of the outside world.
Personally, the second half of this story flowed better for me. I believe I would have understood Lock more if his past was briefly explained at the start.
I have not read any other books linked to this story. In hindsight, I would have enjoyed this more if I had read Ella & Cage’s story first?
In conclusion, Locked neatly ties up this relationship and I am left with no questions.
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January 23, 2022DNF.
The heroine tested my patience. It's official, I don't think Clarissa Wild's heroines are my type.
The heroine tested my patience. It's official, I don't think Clarissa Wild's heroines are my type.
December 7, 2017
I am giving this book 5 stars because once you open this book you will not be able to put it down. Juliet and Lock were perfect for each other because they were both head strong people, but they also both come from two different worlds Juliet was raised in civilization and Lock lives on a island that is not only isolated from humans but also is one big danger zone. Lock lives on that island by choice he didn't like living in civilization there were a lot of things that he needed to escape from including an ugly past. At first Lock thinks that being isolated from the world is what he wants, but when Juliet plane crashes and he saves her from a burning plane he knows he has to keep her. It just took one look and he knew he was hooked, and now that she belongs to him he will never let her go even if she doesn't want to stay with him. The way he looks at it she doesn't have a choice but to stay with him because he will keep her chained up to his bed until she gets it through her head that she belongs to him. Of course Juliet just wants to go home she doesn't want to stay with the scary man that's always trying to feed her meat lol. At first Juliet really pissed me off because she keeps trying to run away it like where you going to go your on a deserted island. I felt like she was so ungrateful. I mean he didn't have to risk his neck and save her she could at least say thank you. But then as I kept reading I started to understand where she was coming from all she wanted was answers. And if he would have talked to her in the beginning and just explain to her he wasn't going to hurt her. I think things could have went differently. So I think it was just miscommunication they both were wrong. I really loved this book because you could see both points of the characters. In the end I loved both of them, and their story was so beautiful. If you have not read this book you should really check it out your going to really enjoy it.
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