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Trust Me: A BDSM Romance
Our relationship is strictly professional. BDSM is the itch under my skin I don’t dare to scratch. It’s the thing that tempts me the most, but that I’m too terrified and too broken to accept. Dr. Keegan York promises to make me whole, but one look into his deep emerald eyes, and I know that’s a lie. The only thing that can do that is the one thing he won’t—can’t—give me. His heart. Everything else, though… The sharp bite of leather across my skin. The firmness of his bare hand. His dark whispered voice in my ear, ordering me to let go and give in to what I most desire. He teaches me that trust is possible. And sometimes, when he looks at me, I see how close he is to crossing his precious lines. I should be happy with what we have. I know better than to push for more. I trust him with all my heart and soul. But can I trust myself? Trust Me is a steamy romance novel about consenting adults in a BDSM setting. It is a standalone story with no cliffhangers, no cheating and a guaranteed Happily Ever After.
- GenresBDSM
410 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 9, 2018
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Cate Bellerose
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There's something magical about the games of dominance and submission. The excitement of giving total control to the one you love, knowing that he will take you places you never thought you could go. The absolute trust in a man who loves you, who wants to challenge you, who wants to bring out the best in you. It's love and total devotion in its purest sense, and that's what I love to write about, at least when I'm not wrangling kids and taking care of my family!
Contact Cate directly with any comments, questions or concerns at mail@catebellerose.com.
There's something magical about the games of dominance and submission. The excitement of giving total control to the one you love, knowing that he will take you places you never thought you could go. The absolute trust in a man who loves you, who wants to challenge you, who wants to bring out the best in you. It's love and total devotion in its purest sense, and that's what I love to write about, at least when I'm not wrangling kids and taking care of my family!
Contact Cate directly with any comments, questions or concerns at mail@catebellerose.com.
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April 14, 2018
Miranda finds herself very drawn to the BDSM lifestyle but has some major personal conflicts that are holding her back from actually embracing the lifestyle. She realizes she needs help dealing with her issues to she decides to try therapy again. Ultimately she thinks Keegan can be the person to get her past her issues but unfortunately as her therapist, there are other obstacles to overcome. While I did enjoy this novel, I wasn't quite sure I liked how long it took Keegan to step back from his role as therapist. Admittedly he was suffering from his own conflicts which are a part of the story but still he might have been able to help her more if he had just become her Dom rather than trying to play both roles. Even so this novel had some very steamy scenes and was definitely worth reading.
April 17, 2018
**Four and a half stars**
"Trust Me” by Cate Bellerose was a revelation. This book introduces us to Miranda, who may be submissive (she has the yearning) but who has deep wounds and damage left from a past abusive family relationship that leaves her apprehensive about bdsm and play. In order to explore the tempting club scene, Miranda decides to pursue counseling with a kink-friendly therapist recommended by the club‘s management. Dr. Keegan York plans a slow, cautious approach to treatment, but that is complicated by a mutual attraction between him and Miranda.
I really liked this story, the writing and its resolution. Although i had real concerns about the conflicts arising from the personal/professional relationship being explored in this story, there were feelings of passion, fear, angst, and a romance in an impossible situation. None of the scenes felt repetitive in this piece of visceral storytelling, and the story as a whole was interesting, exciting, entertaining and deeply enjoyable for all its darkness.
This book has BDSM content and themes. There is both scene and non-scene related violent content that could disturb sensitive readers.
***I received a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review***
"Trust Me” by Cate Bellerose was a revelation. This book introduces us to Miranda, who may be submissive (she has the yearning) but who has deep wounds and damage left from a past abusive family relationship that leaves her apprehensive about bdsm and play. In order to explore the tempting club scene, Miranda decides to pursue counseling with a kink-friendly therapist recommended by the club‘s management. Dr. Keegan York plans a slow, cautious approach to treatment, but that is complicated by a mutual attraction between him and Miranda.
I really liked this story, the writing and its resolution. Although i had real concerns about the conflicts arising from the personal/professional relationship being explored in this story, there were feelings of passion, fear, angst, and a romance in an impossible situation. None of the scenes felt repetitive in this piece of visceral storytelling, and the story as a whole was interesting, exciting, entertaining and deeply enjoyable for all its darkness.
This book has BDSM content and themes. There is both scene and non-scene related violent content that could disturb sensitive readers.
***I received a copy from the author in exchange for an honest review***
May 14, 2025
This was so good! Miranda and Keegan are very aware that their relationship is forbidden and that just makes it more tempting for them – and for me 🤭 Their conflict hurts so sweetly because they love eachother so much and you just can't help but root for them!
April 26, 2018
This was quite an exceptional and intriguing story and one I thoroughly enjoyed reading. Miranda needs help; while she secretly wants to embrace the Lifestyle, she has a lot of doubts and fears to come to terms with. Keegan is a therapist and helps Miranda through exposure therapy, but then the doctor-client relationship is jeopardized when love enters the equation. I enjoyed reading this book and if this is your particular genre, then I would have no hesitation in recommending it.
Given Keegan’s personal interest in the Lifestyle, he has the insight to deal with BDSM-related challenges better than most therapists, but everything about Miranda screams help me and it sparks Keegan’s protective instincts. Miranda isn’t sure she can live without BDSM, but she also doesn’t think she can live with it either. Anxiety, depression and fear are holding Miranda back, all a result of her upbringing. Miranda wants Keegan to help her to be herself. While Keegan wants to challenge Miranda he doesn’t want to push her too hard, but where does the line between BDSM therapy end and true submission begin. Working with Miranda is obviously going to bring up a lot of emotions and she needs to learn that Keegan might push her boundaries sometimes, but will never ask for more than she is willing to give. Miranda just has to trust Keegan and he needs to be able to trust himself with her. Taking the exposure therapy one step further, Keegan takes Miranda into a private room to practice; it felt like a commitment of sorts, but Miranda trusts Keegan. In fact, Miranda is reacting too strongly to him and he has difficulty maintaining separation between the personal and the professional; he is letting his own desire for her override his duties as her therapist. Miranda knows Keegan has improved her confidence and won her trust, but has he officially crossed the line? When Miranda and Keegan have a BDSM date for real, Miranda never thought she would dare do this, but despite her excitement she is also terrified; what if she cannot handle it? Keegan likes the fact that Miranda is nervous, that she dares to step outside of her comfort zone and is willing to trust him, but Keegan couldn’t have known that his words would send Miranda into a panic attack. Realising that he is a bad influence on Miranda, Keegan breaks up with her for her own good; it is the hardest thing he has ever had to do, even if it was the right thing. 3-months later after working with a new therapist, Miranda is back at the Club and runs into Keegan. Even though Miranda hated him for what he did, she knows he was looking out for her in his own way. Keegan didn’t walk away because he didn’t care; he walked away because he cared too much and this was about her, not him. But pushing Miranda away was as much about punishing himself as protecting her. Keegan had wanted Miranda to be safe and not to be stuck with someone like him, but it was him that had helped her find herself, him that gave her the strength to stand up to her mother, him that made her see another therapist, him she fell in love with. For the first time since he walked away, Miranda felt alive; she is stronger now and Keegan was the push she needed to take control of her desires. A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book and my comments here are my honest opinion.
Given Keegan’s personal interest in the Lifestyle, he has the insight to deal with BDSM-related challenges better than most therapists, but everything about Miranda screams help me and it sparks Keegan’s protective instincts. Miranda isn’t sure she can live without BDSM, but she also doesn’t think she can live with it either. Anxiety, depression and fear are holding Miranda back, all a result of her upbringing. Miranda wants Keegan to help her to be herself. While Keegan wants to challenge Miranda he doesn’t want to push her too hard, but where does the line between BDSM therapy end and true submission begin. Working with Miranda is obviously going to bring up a lot of emotions and she needs to learn that Keegan might push her boundaries sometimes, but will never ask for more than she is willing to give. Miranda just has to trust Keegan and he needs to be able to trust himself with her. Taking the exposure therapy one step further, Keegan takes Miranda into a private room to practice; it felt like a commitment of sorts, but Miranda trusts Keegan. In fact, Miranda is reacting too strongly to him and he has difficulty maintaining separation between the personal and the professional; he is letting his own desire for her override his duties as her therapist. Miranda knows Keegan has improved her confidence and won her trust, but has he officially crossed the line? When Miranda and Keegan have a BDSM date for real, Miranda never thought she would dare do this, but despite her excitement she is also terrified; what if she cannot handle it? Keegan likes the fact that Miranda is nervous, that she dares to step outside of her comfort zone and is willing to trust him, but Keegan couldn’t have known that his words would send Miranda into a panic attack. Realising that he is a bad influence on Miranda, Keegan breaks up with her for her own good; it is the hardest thing he has ever had to do, even if it was the right thing. 3-months later after working with a new therapist, Miranda is back at the Club and runs into Keegan. Even though Miranda hated him for what he did, she knows he was looking out for her in his own way. Keegan didn’t walk away because he didn’t care; he walked away because he cared too much and this was about her, not him. But pushing Miranda away was as much about punishing himself as protecting her. Keegan had wanted Miranda to be safe and not to be stuck with someone like him, but it was him that had helped her find herself, him that gave her the strength to stand up to her mother, him that made her see another therapist, him she fell in love with. For the first time since he walked away, Miranda felt alive; she is stronger now and Keegan was the push she needed to take control of her desires. A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book and my comments here are my honest opinion.
April 24, 2018
Wow I loved it top 10 best BDSM love story
I loved this story so much. I conn cited to the characters so well and I am dying to read more. I would put this story in my top 10 reads and re-reads I loved it that much.
Overview. Miranda kept going to the BDSM club several times a week. She was obsessed with the feelings the club brought to her, but because of her childhood, she is having a hard time trying anything. She feels that it's wrong to enjoy anything with BDSM. When she notices a flyer that a counselor can help with her past issues, she decides to get help from Dr Keegan York. But Keegan is attracted to her and decides to try a different approach with her. But their attraction ends up building a bigger bond, but Miranda has a flash back from her past and Keegan decides that he has to give her up in order for her to heal. But the two are miserable for 3 months. Then they see each other and all things change.
I loved this story so much. I conn cited to the characters so well and I am dying to read more. I would put this story in my top 10 reads and re-reads I loved it that much.
Overview. Miranda kept going to the BDSM club several times a week. She was obsessed with the feelings the club brought to her, but because of her childhood, she is having a hard time trying anything. She feels that it's wrong to enjoy anything with BDSM. When she notices a flyer that a counselor can help with her past issues, she decides to get help from Dr Keegan York. But Keegan is attracted to her and decides to try a different approach with her. But their attraction ends up building a bigger bond, but Miranda has a flash back from her past and Keegan decides that he has to give her up in order for her to heal. But the two are miserable for 3 months. Then they see each other and all things change.
April 17, 2018
📚I am honestly and voluntarily reviewing a copy of this book📚
I really enjoy reading Cate Bellerose’s books. All of them have interesting storylines, compelling characters, and are page turners. Keegan and Miranda’s story is no different. These two are conflicted, well written individuals, trying their best to navigate being “professional”, while dealing with undeniable chemistry. I thought Miranda handled the whole situation much better than Dr. Keegan, but the story was great, and it was a fast,well crafted read!!.
I really enjoy reading Cate Bellerose’s books. All of them have interesting storylines, compelling characters, and are page turners. Keegan and Miranda’s story is no different. These two are conflicted, well written individuals, trying their best to navigate being “professional”, while dealing with undeniable chemistry. I thought Miranda handled the whole situation much better than Dr. Keegan, but the story was great, and it was a fast,well crafted read!!.
April 11, 2018
Amazingly sexy and emotional!
Wow! What an amazing story! Keegan and Miranda's story is full of passion, steamy kink, self-discovery, and healing. I was hooked from the beginning! I felt as if I was walking Miranda's journey of self-discovery right along with her. I felt her fears, anxiety, and triumphs. With Keegan, I felt his battle within himself!
Completely hot, kinky and absolutely stunning! I loved every exquisite word!! Easily 5 stars!
Wow! What an amazing story! Keegan and Miranda's story is full of passion, steamy kink, self-discovery, and healing. I was hooked from the beginning! I felt as if I was walking Miranda's journey of self-discovery right along with her. I felt her fears, anxiety, and triumphs. With Keegan, I felt his battle within himself!
Completely hot, kinky and absolutely stunning! I loved every exquisite word!! Easily 5 stars!
April 14, 2018
A Review of Trust Me by Cate Bellerose
Keegan and Miranda - 4.5 Stars
This book will take you on a wild ride that has twists and turns that you never see coming. A look into how curiosity about BDSM takes Miranda down a path she never expected it to and how finding the right person to teach her about it can make all the difference in the world.
**Honest review voluntarily provided from a Purchased Copy**
Keegan and Miranda - 4.5 Stars
This book will take you on a wild ride that has twists and turns that you never see coming. A look into how curiosity about BDSM takes Miranda down a path she never expected it to and how finding the right person to teach her about it can make all the difference in the world.
**Honest review voluntarily provided from a Purchased Copy**
April 14, 2018
Miranda has deep seated baggage that is holding her back sexually, but she feels drawn to BDSM. Keegan is in he life style but also a therapist. Who better to help Miranda, but is their instant attraction helping or hindering? The BDSM is pretty light in this story that is mostly about recovery from trauma and abuse and falling in love whether it's the right time or not.
April 22, 2018
Good story
It was a decent story, it felt odd in spots, it was hard to identify with the characters but I still liked them and enjoyed the story. I had no idea it was part of a series, it was obvious other couples in the story had gotten further in previous books. It was a relatively quick read and had some typos. It was also very steamy in spots.
It was a decent story, it felt odd in spots, it was hard to identify with the characters but I still liked them and enjoyed the story. I had no idea it was part of a series, it was obvious other couples in the story had gotten further in previous books. It was a relatively quick read and had some typos. It was also very steamy in spots.
December 24, 2022
Really it's more than just a BDSM read!
I thoroughly enjoyed this read and can't wait to start the next! It's not just about the club and all that goes on there, although it certainly doesn't disappoint in this area. Its about letting the past not letting one allow it to rule one's present and future. I really loved this couple!
I thoroughly enjoyed this read and can't wait to start the next! It's not just about the club and all that goes on there, although it certainly doesn't disappoint in this area. Its about letting the past not letting one allow it to rule one's present and future. I really loved this couple!
October 31, 2025
Keenan & Miranda
This was really an eye opener to the things from childhood could trigger one in different ways. It proves you really truly got to have trust and communication in any type of relationship
This was really an eye opener to the things from childhood could trigger one in different ways. It proves you really truly got to have trust and communication in any type of relationship
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