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Let Me Watch
"I like being watched. And I like to watch too."
SIBEL
Some artists paint. Others sing, or dance, or act. My performances are different: provocative. Deviant. Even perverse. Some people don’t think I’m an artist, but my exhibitions have rocked the New York art scene. Online, I go viral every time. The city has taken notice.
Those closest to me say I’m going to get into trouble. My act draws attention from the wrong kind of people. They would use me – take what they need and leave me. Pierce Williams is supposed to be one of them, but there’s a side of him no else sees. He might be the answer to what’s missing in my life. He’s got the looks, and a seriously sick mind.
Pierce satisfies my craving for the twisted and obscene. He dreams up ways to pleasure me that no one else could. But he’s got secrets he’s not telling me, secrets that could destroy everything...
PIERCE
I don’t know what to expect when I walk into Galleria Carnale. When I see her wanton depravity, served with a dash of crazy, I know I’ve met my match in Sibel Isaacs. Only one problem: she knows who I am and what I do for a living. Convincing her I’m not the man she thinks isn’t easy, but she’s worth it: beautiful and fearless, willing to try anything. How could I resist?
But she doesn’t know the pain still smoldering from my past. She has no idea I owe a debt to a monster – one I helped create. I’ve fought for years to keep his dark urges at bay, but he’s just waiting for a reason to give into temptation – and now he’s obsessed with Sibel.
Soon, watching won’t be enough. If I don’t stop him, he’ll hurt her. But if I tell her everything, the truth could cut even deeper...
Publisher’s note: “Let Me Watch” is a dark romance with erotic content, including BDSM practices, with no cliffhangers, no cheating and a HEA. It contains material some may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.
SIBEL
Some artists paint. Others sing, or dance, or act. My performances are different: provocative. Deviant. Even perverse. Some people don’t think I’m an artist, but my exhibitions have rocked the New York art scene. Online, I go viral every time. The city has taken notice.
Those closest to me say I’m going to get into trouble. My act draws attention from the wrong kind of people. They would use me – take what they need and leave me. Pierce Williams is supposed to be one of them, but there’s a side of him no else sees. He might be the answer to what’s missing in my life. He’s got the looks, and a seriously sick mind.
Pierce satisfies my craving for the twisted and obscene. He dreams up ways to pleasure me that no one else could. But he’s got secrets he’s not telling me, secrets that could destroy everything...
PIERCE
I don’t know what to expect when I walk into Galleria Carnale. When I see her wanton depravity, served with a dash of crazy, I know I’ve met my match in Sibel Isaacs. Only one problem: she knows who I am and what I do for a living. Convincing her I’m not the man she thinks isn’t easy, but she’s worth it: beautiful and fearless, willing to try anything. How could I resist?
But she doesn’t know the pain still smoldering from my past. She has no idea I owe a debt to a monster – one I helped create. I’ve fought for years to keep his dark urges at bay, but he’s just waiting for a reason to give into temptation – and now he’s obsessed with Sibel.
Soon, watching won’t be enough. If I don’t stop him, he’ll hurt her. But if I tell her everything, the truth could cut even deeper...
Publisher’s note: “Let Me Watch” is a dark romance with erotic content, including BDSM practices, with no cliffhangers, no cheating and a HEA. It contains material some may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.
326 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 7, 2018
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September 13, 2018
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September 9, 2018DNF at 39%
The blurb and title made me curious about this book. It started good but I lost interest rather quickly. Despite the quality of the writing style, the plot and the characters were contradicting and confusing. This book didn’t give me that delicious, illicit feel I usually get from a dark read. By the 39% I was getting constantly distracted and thought about skimming some, but then I realized I didn’t care how the story ends.
Not the book for me I guess.
The blurb and title made me curious about this book. It started good but I lost interest rather quickly. Despite the quality of the writing style, the plot and the characters were contradicting and confusing. This book didn’t give me that delicious, illicit feel I usually get from a dark read. By the 39% I was getting constantly distracted and thought about skimming some, but then I realized I didn’t care how the story ends.
Not the book for me I guess.
October 17, 2019
Thank you for the ARC !!!!
3.75 stars
Let me start off with I love this author.. this book was different than her others, there were good parts, bad parts, and parts that I was like "really" . I had to think about it before I reviewed because I didn't understand some things and why they happened. Once I went through the all the happenings in the book it began to make more sense and I finally got it all :)
3.75 stars
Let me start off with I love this author.. this book was different than her others, there were good parts, bad parts, and parts that I was like "really" . I had to think about it before I reviewed because I didn't understand some things and why they happened. Once I went through the all the happenings in the book it began to make more sense and I finally got it all :)
May 8, 2018
4 stars! Also, currently 99 cents on AMZ US.
I received an ARC from the author to write an objective review.
I was impressed with this book from the get-go. It was well-written with likable characters, but most of all, it was creative. Anyone who reads this genre knows that it's easy to get burnt out on the same storyline over and over. Meet-cute, sex, conflict, makeup sex, HEA. This story didn't deviate too far from the formula, however, it added some grit as well as some detail that made things interesting, and I really liked the artistry aspect of it.
"Most people don't give a shit about painting or sculpture. Some people don't care about dancing or writing. There's even a few who don't like music. Sex, though-nearly everybody cares about it."
Sibel is an artist in NYC. Her performances are erotic and she loves to watch herself. In fact, that is one of her many kinks. Pierce comes to see one of Sibel's performances and is instantly intrigued by her. Unfortunately, so is his business partner and long-time friend Chase. Chase has a dark history, interwoven with Pierce, and Pierce tries his hardest to maintain his budding relationship with Sibel as well as his loyalty to and friendship with Chase.
I don't want to give too much away, so I'm not going to explain what Pierce does for a living or how things develop between Sibel, Chase, and Pierce. I will say that Pierce is a likable hero. He is into some lite-ish BDSM, and he's definitely an alpha male. However, he's actually a pretty good guy. In fact, he annoyed me with his never-ending loyalty at times. I didn't always agree with how he dealt with Chase, but I understand how hard it can be to stop caring for someone that you feel responsible for. Things aren't always as black and white as I want to believe they are.
Sibel was a touch naive, but for the most part, I really liked her. She could be self-centered and a bit vain, but she was also very confident in what she believed in. I respected the lengths she was willing to go in her art just to make her point. I myself am not very "arty" but I did like getting into the brain of a creative. Sibel's performances around Manhattan were my favorite part of this story, which I wasn't expecting. It may be because I love NYC, but I loved picturing her in the city!
The story has a nice balance of hot, kinky sex and suspense. I wouldn't call the book itself dark, but it definitely has dark elements. About 3/4 of the way through, you can almost feel the monster closing in, and even though you knew who it likely is, you don't really know what the monster is REALLY capable of. I liked Pierce and Sibel as a couple and individually. I wasn't biting my nails or anything, but I definitely enjoyed reading this book!
Sometimes doubts with the weakest foundations can be the hardest to shake.
I received an ARC from the author to write an objective review.
I was impressed with this book from the get-go. It was well-written with likable characters, but most of all, it was creative. Anyone who reads this genre knows that it's easy to get burnt out on the same storyline over and over. Meet-cute, sex, conflict, makeup sex, HEA. This story didn't deviate too far from the formula, however, it added some grit as well as some detail that made things interesting, and I really liked the artistry aspect of it.
"Most people don't give a shit about painting or sculpture. Some people don't care about dancing or writing. There's even a few who don't like music. Sex, though-nearly everybody cares about it."
Sibel is an artist in NYC. Her performances are erotic and she loves to watch herself. In fact, that is one of her many kinks. Pierce comes to see one of Sibel's performances and is instantly intrigued by her. Unfortunately, so is his business partner and long-time friend Chase. Chase has a dark history, interwoven with Pierce, and Pierce tries his hardest to maintain his budding relationship with Sibel as well as his loyalty to and friendship with Chase.
I don't want to give too much away, so I'm not going to explain what Pierce does for a living or how things develop between Sibel, Chase, and Pierce. I will say that Pierce is a likable hero. He is into some lite-ish BDSM, and he's definitely an alpha male. However, he's actually a pretty good guy. In fact, he annoyed me with his never-ending loyalty at times. I didn't always agree with how he dealt with Chase, but I understand how hard it can be to stop caring for someone that you feel responsible for. Things aren't always as black and white as I want to believe they are.
Sibel was a touch naive, but for the most part, I really liked her. She could be self-centered and a bit vain, but she was also very confident in what she believed in. I respected the lengths she was willing to go in her art just to make her point. I myself am not very "arty" but I did like getting into the brain of a creative. Sibel's performances around Manhattan were my favorite part of this story, which I wasn't expecting. It may be because I love NYC, but I loved picturing her in the city!
The story has a nice balance of hot, kinky sex and suspense. I wouldn't call the book itself dark, but it definitely has dark elements. About 3/4 of the way through, you can almost feel the monster closing in, and even though you knew who it likely is, you don't really know what the monster is REALLY capable of. I liked Pierce and Sibel as a couple and individually. I wasn't biting my nails or anything, but I definitely enjoyed reading this book!
Sometimes doubts with the weakest foundations can be the hardest to shake.
May 7, 2018
Getting an ARC from Sansa Rayne is always a treat and Let Me Watch is no exception. Sybil is a performance artist that pushes boundaries. Who likes to be watched. And likes to watch. Pierce is an adult film producer and works with Chase,his best friend and partner. When they see Sybil’s performance at Galeria Carnale,Pierce wants to get to know the woman that loves the cameras she’s surrounded herself with. Chase just wants to....Oh,no! Stop right there! I am NOT going to tell you anything more! Just that if you love dark erotica and you’re prepared to dive into the world of the adult industry,to get your mind blown with twists and turns,this is the story for you! I loved it!
May 7, 2018
Dark obsession and voyeurism...
This is a tale of secret obsession ... Sibel is an artist who creates live erotic visual installations as part of her work , which are streamed across the world.... but when she becomes the object of desire for a twisted voyeur her world begins to unravel
The original plot is intricate and suspenseful, told from both the main characters point of view... the author has skilfully written two very different but equally fascinating characters....whilst I can not relate to Sibil’s artistic choices, I admire her complete abandonment and her conviction in her art..she is a provocative character and at times I did feel alienated from her...Pierce is more relatable despite the fact that his films are edgy and raw; I loved his loyalty, even if it was misplaced, on occasions, as well as his attitude towards Sibil and some of her more damaging choices.. however, he made some questionable decisions in the past with his best friend Chase, which ultimately have serious consequences for the present.
As an aside I really enjoyed revisiting and re-considering the age old debate about what constitutes art versus porn ? and where is that particular arbitrary line drawn? and perhaps more significantly is a distinction actually necessary? Ultimately isn’t it all about entertainment and story telling , and making the spectator feel something ?
This was a complex, dark story, which at times was challenging to read but engrossing in equal measure....I received an advanced copy of this book from the author.
This is a tale of secret obsession ... Sibel is an artist who creates live erotic visual installations as part of her work , which are streamed across the world.... but when she becomes the object of desire for a twisted voyeur her world begins to unravel
The original plot is intricate and suspenseful, told from both the main characters point of view... the author has skilfully written two very different but equally fascinating characters....whilst I can not relate to Sibil’s artistic choices, I admire her complete abandonment and her conviction in her art..she is a provocative character and at times I did feel alienated from her...Pierce is more relatable despite the fact that his films are edgy and raw; I loved his loyalty, even if it was misplaced, on occasions, as well as his attitude towards Sibil and some of her more damaging choices.. however, he made some questionable decisions in the past with his best friend Chase, which ultimately have serious consequences for the present.
As an aside I really enjoyed revisiting and re-considering the age old debate about what constitutes art versus porn ? and where is that particular arbitrary line drawn? and perhaps more significantly is a distinction actually necessary? Ultimately isn’t it all about entertainment and story telling , and making the spectator feel something ?
This was a complex, dark story, which at times was challenging to read but engrossing in equal measure....I received an advanced copy of this book from the author.
May 4, 2018
Let Me Watch is exactly as described. It is a dark, erotic romance that includes consensual BDSM scenes and material that some readers may find disturbing. It is the story of Sibel, a performance artist who pushes her art well into the erotic arena. She is turned on by an audience, so she films and streams her performances on social media. One of her newest admirers is Pierce, an adult film producer, who videos his best friend and partner in victim / kidnapping / rape scenes that are 100% consensual. As Sibel gets serious with Pierce, he doesn’t realize the raging desire and obsession that Chase is harboring for Sibel. All three main characters have deep, dark secrets that threaten to break the duos apart (Sibel & Pierce’s relationship and Pierce & Chase’s business / friendship).
Let Me Watch is dark and erotic throughout the entire book and will most likely stir up emotions you have buried deep. It will test your views on erotic performance art and consensual videos of kidnapping scenes. There is no cheating and no non-consensual sex, but there are a lot of BDSM and erotic scenes. It will definitely make you think AND feel at an entirely new level. I debated with the star rating for this book (4 or 5 stars) because of the internal struggles I had with my thoughts and emotions while reading this book (it was a bit dark for me), but how could I not give it 5 stars when a book gave me the feels like this!!! Another great book by Sansa Rayne! I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book. Thank you, Sansa! :) Stand-alone book with HEA and NO Cliffhanger!
Let Me Watch is dark and erotic throughout the entire book and will most likely stir up emotions you have buried deep. It will test your views on erotic performance art and consensual videos of kidnapping scenes. There is no cheating and no non-consensual sex, but there are a lot of BDSM and erotic scenes. It will definitely make you think AND feel at an entirely new level. I debated with the star rating for this book (4 or 5 stars) because of the internal struggles I had with my thoughts and emotions while reading this book (it was a bit dark for me), but how could I not give it 5 stars when a book gave me the feels like this!!! Another great book by Sansa Rayne! I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book. Thank you, Sansa! :) Stand-alone book with HEA and NO Cliffhanger!
May 3, 2018
Where do I start. This book has so many twists and turns at times I didn't know how I felt about these characters. As the titles states LET ME WATCH is about the outcome of their twisted pasts that are haunted Sibel acts out her sexual pasts and tournaments with public displays of sexual fantasies portrayed sexuality as art. Pierce who directs adult sexual fantasy pawn and his destructive unstable friend Chase stumble across Sibel at a art gallery display. chases dark demons are brought out and he can't fight it any longer. This book was well written and covers many different aspects within the book lust betrayal depravity trust BDSM assault violence role play just to name a few, however you also get love trust understanding and forgiveness. I received a copy of this book and happily leave this review.
May 12, 2018
This new to me author came to play on the dark side and I loved it! Dark, Deviant and divine. This book introduces us to a talented artist named Sibel. She has rocked the New York art scene with her provocative, exhibitionist performance art. All eyes and camera phones on her. She wants the world to see that she is just expressing our deepest desires. She takes the risks that everyday people are afraid to take. In doing so she captures the attention of two men, Pierce and Chase, who share her taste for the abhorrent. They too bring to the masses edgy, erotic entertainment.
All three characters share burdens and demons of the past who have ultimately shaped who they are today. Successfully overcoming them is not easy. Pierce and Sibel find a common ground. They grow closer and when Chase is confronted with this reality his rage and depravity come to the forefront.
This story speaks to dark, deviant desires that some may find uncomfortable, but she clearly sheds a bright light onto it. Sansa Rayne made me watch and I couldn't take my eyes off!
All three characters share burdens and demons of the past who have ultimately shaped who they are today. Successfully overcoming them is not easy. Pierce and Sibel find a common ground. They grow closer and when Chase is confronted with this reality his rage and depravity come to the forefront.
This story speaks to dark, deviant desires that some may find uncomfortable, but she clearly sheds a bright light onto it. Sansa Rayne made me watch and I couldn't take my eyes off!
September 11, 2018
Initially this was promising, I downloaded the sample and liked it enough to want to read more, with hints at secrets to be revealed but to be honest it all got a bit dull in the middle and I lost interest. It was not as dark as I expected, the only element of darkness was Chase and that didn't develop in any way I expected. None of the main characters were particularly relatable, Pierce was supposed to be an Alpha male but appeared to be controlled by his friend Chase and then Sibel at times, more like a puppy.
Not for me but I persevered and made it to the end hoping for a dramatic ending, only to be disappointed.
Not for me but I persevered and made it to the end hoping for a dramatic ending, only to be disappointed.
April 8, 2023
Sansa Rayne writes these deeply moving and enthralling stories with characters that you either love to love or love to hate, but they move you in ways you have never felt before.
Sibel is an erotic performance artist and she has some very unique skills. Pierce watches her at one of her shows and becomes instantly and provocatively attracted. This begins a journey of bizarre courting and enticing, with a focus on watching and being watched. 👀
Very sensually charged and gripping story!
Sibel is an erotic performance artist and she has some very unique skills. Pierce watches her at one of her shows and becomes instantly and provocatively attracted. This begins a journey of bizarre courting and enticing, with a focus on watching and being watched. 👀
Very sensually charged and gripping story!
May 10, 2018
I kept going back and forth in how to review this story. I really didn't know what to say. The characters weren't relatable at all... It was hard to even like Sibel half the time and Pierce... Well Pierce was under the thumb of his "good friend" Chase. I don't know even know if you can classify this as a true dark romance.
May 7, 2018
Sibel is an artist who loves to push the limits of her erotic performance art. Pierce and Chase, adult film partners, view Sibel’s latest performance and Chase becomes obsessed wanting to work with her. Sibel is not interesting but Pierce pursues her and they begin a steamy relationship of sorts. But Chase won’t let his fantasies go. All three have a past with dark secrets can they move forward or will someone end up hurt. This is a fast-paced, intense read, the sex is hot and the story has plenty of drama and suspense. The characters are amazing and the story really holds you captive. I loved it!
April 27, 2018
4.60 STARS for this AWE - INSPIRING STANDALONE!
“ The notorious, arrogant pornographer, or the brazen, heartless artist? "
Easily one of the best dark thrillers I've ever read, concocted with romance and sweetness!!! I loved this book, oh-so-much!! I read the first chapter and I…was...a…GONER! Holy Fucking SHIT!! You guys, Sansa Rayne is back with her absolutely unique writing style and this time she has upped the game.
--| “They’re thinking: This is an art gallery, not a porn studio.
Or, Who let in this whore?
Does she really think she’s an artist?
And yet , this gallery would not be packed beyond the posted occupancy if not for me.
You’re looking at the main attraction, bitches. Me." |--
Who loves long dark romances? Me! And Standalones? Hell YES! Where you freaking love every damn Chapter? That's right!! This author, I've read her every dark romance till this date and every time I am about to read her new book, I'm like "Is this book gonna be amazingly original like her previous ones?" And I'm NEVER disappointed!
--| “ Do you think you could keep this place for just us?” I ask, looking at the monitors.
Pierce steps around me and leans down to kiss my forehead. “Gladly, pet . Now you have thirty fucking seconds to strip, and then I start ripping clothes.” |--
Oh my...!!!
I don't think I need to write the summary of book in my review, you've read the blurb now GO DIVE IN BLIND and trust me, it's gonna be worth it!!
Reading this book was a TREAT! I read page after page, it was so INVIGORATING and refreshing, the story is UNLIKE any other dark romance! Dayum...
--| “ How many times was it truly a transaction? How many times did I swallow air and belch, fighting back nausea as I told myself this is just who I was? And how many times did I want to kill myself for not hating it as much as I should’ve? "|--
The heroine, Sibel is an…artist. *coughs* ;-) She's bold, brazen, and has accepted her sexuality after being confused and depressed for a long time. You read the book, you'll know just how BOLD she really has become!!! *fans self* My mouth was hanging open at her blatant stunts! But she's also beautiful and forgiving, and we need more characters like her in books. The hero, Pierce, loves her but has a past and is indebted to a monster who in turn, can't stop thinking about Sibel.
WHAT.A.STORY.
--| “ This has to stay simple. Art and sex. We have fun, we experiment. That’s all. We each get out of this something we want, but not each other." |--
Then the story got intense, it evolved pretty quickly and in the last 10 chapters I KNOW my eyebrows were furrowed cuz - the story got intense! I mean the whole story was GLORIOUS but then you start connecting the dots and you're like - FUCK!!
Smart. The author is smart. I'm a fan.
In this sweet and yet unabashedly delightful story, we go through a funny phase to the edge of sexiness - to emotional pasts of characters that helped them create the person they are now - to the complexity of how sex can be seen as art. It was thought-provoking, really.
--| “I wink at the camera. I moan and pant as they cuff me, earning a few last laughs and whoops from the few lingering spectators. Before the squad car can take me away, I offer the world a smirk.
Go ahead, arrest me. Charge me. You’ll never silence me. |--
Marvelous. I'm so impressed. This is a classic Sansa Rayne book. Not to forget, the cover is GORGEOUS!! Sibel and Pierce had no idea they'd fall in love, it was just sex for them at the beginning. But they were so sweet together!!! The chemistry had already started unfolding when they agreed to give this thing a try. They just didn't know it yet…
-- | “ Sibel giggles softly as my lips lay a meandering trail of kisses back to hers.
For a second I realize that we hadn’t discussed kissing. Fucking, yes, but not kissing.
Am I being an idiot for recognizing a distinction, or is she not as resistant to romance as she claims? |--
And this…? OMG…. Hotness alert!
--| “ You’re upset I came commando-style?” I ask, clasping my fingers behind my back. He smiles.
“Have you ever been gagged with your own worn panties?”
“No,” I say. A surge of warmth and wetness spreads between my thighs at the thought.
“Wear them next time,” says Pierce, beckoning me over to the stockade. " |--
There is a fucking PERFECT mixture of SWEET and HOT in their chemistry, I just, have no words. I wanted to know what exactly they were doing when they were having sex, and the next second I was going "Awww!" because of the sweetness! (Don't worry it's not sugary sweet, won't make you gag.) BUT that's not it. There is SO MUCH MORE to the story!!
The author's thoughts are raw in this story and they need no polishing, I absolutely loved this book and can't recommend it enough!! This one has a whole new concept and is going to take your breath away with every... alternate..chapter!
An ARC was provided by the author to me and, I volunteered to review it. And I'm so freaking glad I did.
I would like to end the review with my VERY FAVORITE quote!!!
--| “ Many of us have a darkness in our heart — some kind of pain we try to leave behind. But no matter how hard we try, we end up going back to it, if only for a few seconds.
We abandon it, but it’s still there — and if we look, we might see the trauma lurking in the shadows, beneath the surface. If we see it, maybe we respond to it, or at the very least acknowledge it.
Perhaps we’d take from it what beauty there is to be seen in tragedy, and remember what light there is to be found in darkness.” |--
“ The notorious, arrogant pornographer, or the brazen, heartless artist? "
Easily one of the best dark thrillers I've ever read, concocted with romance and sweetness!!! I loved this book, oh-so-much!! I read the first chapter and I…was...a…GONER! Holy Fucking SHIT!! You guys, Sansa Rayne is back with her absolutely unique writing style and this time she has upped the game.
--| “They’re thinking: This is an art gallery, not a porn studio.
Or, Who let in this whore?
Does she really think she’s an artist?
And yet , this gallery would not be packed beyond the posted occupancy if not for me.
You’re looking at the main attraction, bitches. Me." |--
Who loves long dark romances? Me! And Standalones? Hell YES! Where you freaking love every damn Chapter? That's right!! This author, I've read her every dark romance till this date and every time I am about to read her new book, I'm like "Is this book gonna be amazingly original like her previous ones?" And I'm NEVER disappointed!
--| “ Do you think you could keep this place for just us?” I ask, looking at the monitors.
Pierce steps around me and leans down to kiss my forehead. “Gladly, pet . Now you have thirty fucking seconds to strip, and then I start ripping clothes.” |--
Oh my...!!!
I don't think I need to write the summary of book in my review, you've read the blurb now GO DIVE IN BLIND and trust me, it's gonna be worth it!!
Reading this book was a TREAT! I read page after page, it was so INVIGORATING and refreshing, the story is UNLIKE any other dark romance! Dayum...
--| “ How many times was it truly a transaction? How many times did I swallow air and belch, fighting back nausea as I told myself this is just who I was? And how many times did I want to kill myself for not hating it as much as I should’ve? "|--
The heroine, Sibel is an…artist. *coughs* ;-) She's bold, brazen, and has accepted her sexuality after being confused and depressed for a long time. You read the book, you'll know just how BOLD she really has become!!! *fans self* My mouth was hanging open at her blatant stunts! But she's also beautiful and forgiving, and we need more characters like her in books. The hero, Pierce, loves her but has a past and is indebted to a monster who in turn, can't stop thinking about Sibel.
WHAT.A.STORY.
--| “ This has to stay simple. Art and sex. We have fun, we experiment. That’s all. We each get out of this something we want, but not each other." |--
Then the story got intense, it evolved pretty quickly and in the last 10 chapters I KNOW my eyebrows were furrowed cuz - the story got intense! I mean the whole story was GLORIOUS but then you start connecting the dots and you're like - FUCK!!
Smart. The author is smart. I'm a fan.
In this sweet and yet unabashedly delightful story, we go through a funny phase to the edge of sexiness - to emotional pasts of characters that helped them create the person they are now - to the complexity of how sex can be seen as art. It was thought-provoking, really.
--| “I wink at the camera. I moan and pant as they cuff me, earning a few last laughs and whoops from the few lingering spectators. Before the squad car can take me away, I offer the world a smirk.
Go ahead, arrest me. Charge me. You’ll never silence me. |--
Marvelous. I'm so impressed. This is a classic Sansa Rayne book. Not to forget, the cover is GORGEOUS!! Sibel and Pierce had no idea they'd fall in love, it was just sex for them at the beginning. But they were so sweet together!!! The chemistry had already started unfolding when they agreed to give this thing a try. They just didn't know it yet…
-- | “ Sibel giggles softly as my lips lay a meandering trail of kisses back to hers.
For a second I realize that we hadn’t discussed kissing. Fucking, yes, but not kissing.
Am I being an idiot for recognizing a distinction, or is she not as resistant to romance as she claims? |--
And this…? OMG…. Hotness alert!
--| “ You’re upset I came commando-style?” I ask, clasping my fingers behind my back. He smiles.
“Have you ever been gagged with your own worn panties?”
“No,” I say. A surge of warmth and wetness spreads between my thighs at the thought.
“Wear them next time,” says Pierce, beckoning me over to the stockade. " |--
There is a fucking PERFECT mixture of SWEET and HOT in their chemistry, I just, have no words. I wanted to know what exactly they were doing when they were having sex, and the next second I was going "Awww!" because of the sweetness! (Don't worry it's not sugary sweet, won't make you gag.) BUT that's not it. There is SO MUCH MORE to the story!!
The author's thoughts are raw in this story and they need no polishing, I absolutely loved this book and can't recommend it enough!! This one has a whole new concept and is going to take your breath away with every... alternate..chapter!
An ARC was provided by the author to me and, I volunteered to review it. And I'm so freaking glad I did.
I would like to end the review with my VERY FAVORITE quote!!!
--| “ Many of us have a darkness in our heart — some kind of pain we try to leave behind. But no matter how hard we try, we end up going back to it, if only for a few seconds.
We abandon it, but it’s still there — and if we look, we might see the trauma lurking in the shadows, beneath the surface. If we see it, maybe we respond to it, or at the very least acknowledge it.
Perhaps we’d take from it what beauty there is to be seen in tragedy, and remember what light there is to be found in darkness.” |--
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April 28, 2018ARC! :-)
May 8, 2018
Sibel Isaacs likes to be watched. She loves the ability to express herself and challenge the views of society but she likes to control where it is seen.
Pierce Williams runs Pierce Williams Productions, a company that makes violent porn movies which all include Chase Turner. Pierce and Chase both want Sibel to work with them but she has no interest in doing their movies.
How far will Pierce go to land Sibel in his movies? Will he be able to keep Sibel for himself and will Chase be ok with it?
Wow - I was not sure which way this book was heading from the first page but I was surprised and captivated by the book!
Sibel was such an interesting character and into self-expression and how certain views affect the way society sees certain things. She had no problem with nudity but at the same time had her vies over what she would and wouldn't do. It was super interesting to hear her views on things and I loved her friendship with her best friend Stephanie Lipman.
At first I really thought Pierce was a slimy guy but as I learned more and more about him there was much more to him than just a porn creator. I began to see a different side of him when he got closer to Sibel and I liked what I saw. That being said I was concerned about his relationship with Chase as I didn't really trust Chase as he seemed to have some issues.
I began to understand why Pierce was the way he was with Chase and he felt like he owed him a lot but I was still freaking out a bit as he didn't seem to have any control over him.
The twists in this book were intense and there were some definite surprises. It was interesting to see the show that Sibel did in the park and the reactions of the audience. It was almost disheartening to see how society reacts.
Towards the end I was really freaking out over what was going on and I prayed that Pierce would get there in time. Then when you think everything is good - surprise!!
Such a great book and this is the first time I have read this author and it won't be my last!
Pierce Williams runs Pierce Williams Productions, a company that makes violent porn movies which all include Chase Turner. Pierce and Chase both want Sibel to work with them but she has no interest in doing their movies.
How far will Pierce go to land Sibel in his movies? Will he be able to keep Sibel for himself and will Chase be ok with it?
Wow - I was not sure which way this book was heading from the first page but I was surprised and captivated by the book!
Sibel was such an interesting character and into self-expression and how certain views affect the way society sees certain things. She had no problem with nudity but at the same time had her vies over what she would and wouldn't do. It was super interesting to hear her views on things and I loved her friendship with her best friend Stephanie Lipman.
At first I really thought Pierce was a slimy guy but as I learned more and more about him there was much more to him than just a porn creator. I began to see a different side of him when he got closer to Sibel and I liked what I saw. That being said I was concerned about his relationship with Chase as I didn't really trust Chase as he seemed to have some issues.
I began to understand why Pierce was the way he was with Chase and he felt like he owed him a lot but I was still freaking out a bit as he didn't seem to have any control over him.
The twists in this book were intense and there were some definite surprises. It was interesting to see the show that Sibel did in the park and the reactions of the audience. It was almost disheartening to see how society reacts.
Towards the end I was really freaking out over what was going on and I prayed that Pierce would get there in time. Then when you think everything is good - surprise!!
Such a great book and this is the first time I have read this author and it won't be my last!
December 18, 2018
This was just an okay book. It was a three star read until I got to that ending. For a dark read, this book bored me at times. Sibel was annoying because she didn’t want others to judge her for her “art,” and yet, she judged Pearce for what he did for a living. I mean, come on. Also, I hated that she kept calling her desires twisted and messed up. I didn’t see anything messed up about them, but regardless, I would have liked her a lot more of she had owned her desires and not apologized for them. The chemistry between them was great, but I didn’t feel them as a couple. I just didn’t understand how they went from great sex to being in love. And there wasn’t much of a plot. The “secret” Pearce was keeping didn’t seem to be much of a secret.
And let’s talk about that ending. The following paragraph does have spoilers, so consider yourself warned. First of all, Chase was not a very scary villain, nor did he have a lot of depth. Second, I still have no clue why Sibel was so special that Chase became obsessed with living out his fantasies with her. That was never explained. I despised the ending. Chase kidnaps her and then when they are found, she doesn’t tell the police?!? Are you kidding? Then, Sibel blames HERSELF for Chase’s obsession. That made me madder than anything else. Then her and Pearce do it so Chase can watch and I still not sure how that was supposed to help him with his fetishes. Honestly, it felt like a contrived way to add another sex scene to this part of the story so Sibel could seem even darker, but it fell flat for me. Then Chase decides after five minutes of watching her that he has to have her, so they call the police anyway, which they should have done to begin with. It just all felt ridiculous to me and I started skimming the book after that because the characters were bugging me. This book could have been better, but I did not enjoy it at all.
And let’s talk about that ending. The following paragraph does have spoilers, so consider yourself warned. First of all, Chase was not a very scary villain, nor did he have a lot of depth. Second, I still have no clue why Sibel was so special that Chase became obsessed with living out his fantasies with her. That was never explained. I despised the ending. Chase kidnaps her and then when they are found, she doesn’t tell the police?!? Are you kidding? Then, Sibel blames HERSELF for Chase’s obsession. That made me madder than anything else. Then her and Pearce do it so Chase can watch and I still not sure how that was supposed to help him with his fetishes. Honestly, it felt like a contrived way to add another sex scene to this part of the story so Sibel could seem even darker, but it fell flat for me. Then Chase decides after five minutes of watching her that he has to have her, so they call the police anyway, which they should have done to begin with. It just all felt ridiculous to me and I started skimming the book after that because the characters were bugging me. This book could have been better, but I did not enjoy it at all.
May 7, 2018
Exquisitely dark and highly desirable
LET ME WATCH - never has the title of a book been more appropriate. This is definitely a dark road one that will immerse you in a world very few ever enter. What is art? You decide - if you dare!
Sibel is an artist, not your everyday artist though. She literally acts her work out by putting herself on public display.She creates live erotic enactments of her sexual past and fantasies in public forums - like art galleries. She is bold and brazen with her work, but she has such a sweet nature, that you cannot help but like her.
Pierce first sees Sibel at one of these galleries and is instantly attracted to her. But because of his past and his current situation, he believes he hides his true emotions. He uses the only advantage that he has to be near her, his work as an adult film producer. Chase, Pierce's partner, also harbours an affection for Sibel, but his is not a pleasant one - his is one of obsession.
Sansa Rayne has written another incredible dark story - she really excels in the genre. The scenes of BDSM that she includes in this story are all performed by two consenting adults. But these are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the darkness that is found within these pages.
This was not an easy book to read, it played upon the darkest of your emotions. That being said it was simply brilliant, gripping and suspenseful. The subject matter really made you think. I would definitely recommend LET ME WATCH to those who love exquisitely dark and disturbing stories.
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
FIVE DARK STARS
LET ME WATCH - never has the title of a book been more appropriate. This is definitely a dark road one that will immerse you in a world very few ever enter. What is art? You decide - if you dare!
Sibel is an artist, not your everyday artist though. She literally acts her work out by putting herself on public display.She creates live erotic enactments of her sexual past and fantasies in public forums - like art galleries. She is bold and brazen with her work, but she has such a sweet nature, that you cannot help but like her.
Pierce first sees Sibel at one of these galleries and is instantly attracted to her. But because of his past and his current situation, he believes he hides his true emotions. He uses the only advantage that he has to be near her, his work as an adult film producer. Chase, Pierce's partner, also harbours an affection for Sibel, but his is not a pleasant one - his is one of obsession.
Sansa Rayne has written another incredible dark story - she really excels in the genre. The scenes of BDSM that she includes in this story are all performed by two consenting adults. But these are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the darkness that is found within these pages.
This was not an easy book to read, it played upon the darkest of your emotions. That being said it was simply brilliant, gripping and suspenseful. The subject matter really made you think. I would definitely recommend LET ME WATCH to those who love exquisitely dark and disturbing stories.
Read and Reviewed for Reading Is Our Satisfaction
FIVE DARK STARS
May 2, 2018
Review Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
“A unique & unabashedly sexy story”
I received an Advance Reader Copy for LET ME WATCH: A Dark Romance written by Sansa Rayne and voluntarily reviewed this book. Pierce & Sibel both meet at a time in their lives when they are successful, both perfecting their crafts with single-minded purposes. However, the reasons for their purposes certainly differ, but it is not enough to prevent their chemistry from igniting when they come together. Sibel uses her delicious body as a means of self-expression, fueled by her personal past demons, her art form reluctantly supported by her parents. Pierce uses his craft to quiet a dark desire, but a desire which he does not call forth from within himself. Sibel gradually becomes a muse and outlet for his creativity and slowly fosters admiration, respect and more from his heart, allowing him to focus on himself for a change, something he hasn’t gotten to do with his talents in so long because of a debt he feels he still needs to pay from his past.
This author has really creative idea threads, with which she weaves enticing tales, drawing me in every time!
“A unique & unabashedly sexy story”
I received an Advance Reader Copy for LET ME WATCH: A Dark Romance written by Sansa Rayne and voluntarily reviewed this book. Pierce & Sibel both meet at a time in their lives when they are successful, both perfecting their crafts with single-minded purposes. However, the reasons for their purposes certainly differ, but it is not enough to prevent their chemistry from igniting when they come together. Sibel uses her delicious body as a means of self-expression, fueled by her personal past demons, her art form reluctantly supported by her parents. Pierce uses his craft to quiet a dark desire, but a desire which he does not call forth from within himself. Sibel gradually becomes a muse and outlet for his creativity and slowly fosters admiration, respect and more from his heart, allowing him to focus on himself for a change, something he hasn’t gotten to do with his talents in so long because of a debt he feels he still needs to pay from his past.
This author has really creative idea threads, with which she weaves enticing tales, drawing me in every time!
May 5, 2018
If you are looking for something disturbing and different this is definitely that. Before you do, know it is very dark. I am still confused on whether I liked it or loved it, I think it’s somewhere in the middle. The storyline is intriguing and kept my interest enough to finish and I’m glad I did. In fact I didn’t want to put it down but at the same time I just had to. For me it felt too long and drawn out leaving me continually checking my progress. So I’m conflicted, yet here I am considering her next one, Erased.
The three main characters are at different levels of troubled. They’ve been through some pretty intense situations. I don’t feel a strong connection to any of the characters, which is the reason for the lower rating.
My favorite scenes were the mannequins and the subway even though I didn’t see it the same way as the characters. They saw it as art but I just couldn’t wrap my head around it being artful. So I’m thankful that the author provided an explanation for the readers like myself to help clarify the message they were trying to convey.
Kudos to Sansa Rayne she can write some extremely descriptive unsettling scenes.
The three main characters are at different levels of troubled. They’ve been through some pretty intense situations. I don’t feel a strong connection to any of the characters, which is the reason for the lower rating.
My favorite scenes were the mannequins and the subway even though I didn’t see it the same way as the characters. They saw it as art but I just couldn’t wrap my head around it being artful. So I’m thankful that the author provided an explanation for the readers like myself to help clarify the message they were trying to convey.
Kudos to Sansa Rayne she can write some extremely descriptive unsettling scenes.
April 12, 2023
This isn’t an easy book to read because it is about 3 troubled people whose attitudes toward sex are unconventional, and it leads to all sorts of problems. The book is described as a “dark romance” – I agree with “dark” but it isn’t very romantic. Sibel is a young woman who left art school and has developed a career of doing public demonstrations of her naked body in different places, as “art.” Pierce is a man who runs a business making pornographic films about women being attacked in dark places, and falls in “lust” with Sibel after seeing one of her performances. His partner, Chase, acts in most of the porn videos and is also in “lust” with Sibel. The interplay of the three of them, the psychological problems they all have which are expressed in various ways throughout the story, and the development of the relationship between Sibel and Pierce provide a story that is interesting but not uplifting and it ends with a fairly mild HEA. There is a great deal of BDSM activities in the book, almost all of which is consensual. I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 10, 2019
This story begins with a lovely young lady, Sibel, performing naked in an art show. She asks if “sex can be a medium of expression?” In her case, it most certainly is. Her performance is definitely enticing and erotic, and I found her kink to be a bit acceptably unusual.
Pierce and Chase, involved in various aspects of porn, see her performance and are instantly attracted to her. She is beautiful and unique and alluring. Will one of them win her heart? Will they also see that she is strong, determined, and brave? She is demanding acceptance and justice for herself and her interpretation of art.
This story is filled with super consensual Dominance and submission including captivating, dark BDSM. It is intriguing, enthralling, captivating and terrorizing. There is so much tension, so much pain so much caring and angst! What an astonishing ending.
Sansa Rayne is an awesome author. Her writing seizes you immediately, pulls you into the drama, pushes you off of a cliff and then leaves you whole!
Pierce and Chase, involved in various aspects of porn, see her performance and are instantly attracted to her. She is beautiful and unique and alluring. Will one of them win her heart? Will they also see that she is strong, determined, and brave? She is demanding acceptance and justice for herself and her interpretation of art.
This story is filled with super consensual Dominance and submission including captivating, dark BDSM. It is intriguing, enthralling, captivating and terrorizing. There is so much tension, so much pain so much caring and angst! What an astonishing ending.
Sansa Rayne is an awesome author. Her writing seizes you immediately, pulls you into the drama, pushes you off of a cliff and then leaves you whole!
May 7, 2018
Let Me Watch by Sansa Rayne has to be one of the best dark romances that I have read in a long time. I am a HUGE fan of Dark Romance, and this has certainly become one of my favourites.
Sibel Isaacs is a woman who is determined not to be her past, and when she meets Pierce Williams, all her darkest desires are revealed.
The novel get more intense throughout, and sometimes can be uncomfortable to read. So if you are sensitive to certain triggers, be careful on reading this novel.
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Personally, I found that it was dark enough for me to enjoy. It was incredible, and the story played out rather well.
It had its dramatic points, and its rather lustful points, but the story never lagged; took its time to develop, and I was not disappointed!
This book does not disappoint, and if you're a fan of Dark Romances, you will NOT be disappointed of Let Me Watch.
I have become a new fan of Ms. Rayne's novel, and I cannot wait for more of her work.
Sibel Isaacs is a woman who is determined not to be her past, and when she meets Pierce Williams, all her darkest desires are revealed.
The novel get more intense throughout, and sometimes can be uncomfortable to read. So if you are sensitive to certain triggers, be careful on reading this novel.
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Personally, I found that it was dark enough for me to enjoy. It was incredible, and the story played out rather well.
It had its dramatic points, and its rather lustful points, but the story never lagged; took its time to develop, and I was not disappointed!
This book does not disappoint, and if you're a fan of Dark Romances, you will NOT be disappointed of Let Me Watch.
I have become a new fan of Ms. Rayne's novel, and I cannot wait for more of her work.
May 7, 2018
Amount of sex 4 / 5
How explicit 5 / 5
Amount of BDSM/Fetish 4 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5
Sansa Rayne has done it again!
Let Me Watch is an amazing dark thriller unlike any that I’ve read before. I was completely fascinated with this storyline, which was unique, steamy, as well as intense. The characters have so much depth and are so well developed. I was completely captivated throughout the whole book.
Ms. Rayne creates such a dark, raw, and steamy world that is so vivid. It’s so easy to get lost in the storyline, which is told in a dual POV. This book is definitely very naughty, and not for the middle of the road type of reader. Some parts may challenge your comfort boundaries, so just be aware. I personally found it extremely hot and recommend having a spare pair of panties nearby!
*Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy*
How explicit 5 / 5
Amount of BDSM/Fetish 4 / 5
Story 5 / 5
Overall: 5 / 5
Sansa Rayne has done it again!
Let Me Watch is an amazing dark thriller unlike any that I’ve read before. I was completely fascinated with this storyline, which was unique, steamy, as well as intense. The characters have so much depth and are so well developed. I was completely captivated throughout the whole book.
Ms. Rayne creates such a dark, raw, and steamy world that is so vivid. It’s so easy to get lost in the storyline, which is told in a dual POV. This book is definitely very naughty, and not for the middle of the road type of reader. Some parts may challenge your comfort boundaries, so just be aware. I personally found it extremely hot and recommend having a spare pair of panties nearby!
*Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy*
April 28, 2018
Sansa Rayne delivers a steamy tale that will gouge into your deepest, darkest side. For all it is about slipping away from my every day normalcy this story made me feel the conflict of the characters. From the commitment of Sibel expressing herself in her art that most would sneer at and yet definitely gets a point across that slaps you in the face, to Pierce's loyalty to a friend while questioning himself at every turn as to whether it's right or wrong, to each character being faced with their demons. If dark romances and BDSM isn't your thing you might want to pass on this but if you power through that aspect, this book will touch deep down inside.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this as an ARC
I voluntarily read and reviewed this as an ARC
April 28, 2018
- [ ] Sibel has a unique talent she has put to use in an exotic art exhibit she created. Seeing her performance, Pierce Williams is very intrigued and wants to put her in one of his ex rated movies with his friend/business partner Chase. She declines but Pierce is to enamored by her to give up. When Pierce’s friend, Chase, starts to become obsessed with wanting Sibel, Pierce is torn between protecting her from Chase and wanting to keep her for himself. They both are hiding secrets from their past. Are they more alike then they want to realize? Can he keep business and pleasure separate? Told in dual POV; this is the first book I’ve read from this author and I will be checking out more.
April 29, 2018
I wavered on star ratings and what I wanted to write. It is probably a 3.5 star rating for me, but I rounded it up because the writing itself was good. I don't know if it was just a bad reading day for me or what, but I was ready to throw my kindle if I had to read one more time about her "art". There is just no way I can consider what she did art. If she had just owned what it really was, I probably would have loved it. It was basically deviant desires and in your face pornographic "demonstrations of art". But she kept on insisting it was all about her art. Rubbed me the wrong way. The story was definitely well written and had an interesting take on things. Sansa is a very promising writer.
April 29, 2018
This read is dark, erotic, powerfull and so well playing with The events.
Sibel is an artist That has an exhibition (make no mistake - its really something else: so erotic and exotic). She is strong, flirty and can lash with Her toung. At First I was sceptical for Her work... But KEEP READING as There is a lot more!! I was shocked.
Pierce, he Saw Sibel on Her exhibition and got interested. He has A production Company for adult entertaining. Strong tries to get Sibel for his films.
Part with obbsesive fan was Great, as There were so Many possibilities for That character and it was not going in The was I expected at First.
Triggers:
Kiddnaping, D/s, BDSM elements, assult, sex in Public places.
Sibel is an artist That has an exhibition (make no mistake - its really something else: so erotic and exotic). She is strong, flirty and can lash with Her toung. At First I was sceptical for Her work... But KEEP READING as There is a lot more!! I was shocked.
Pierce, he Saw Sibel on Her exhibition and got interested. He has A production Company for adult entertaining. Strong tries to get Sibel for his films.
Part with obbsesive fan was Great, as There were so Many possibilities for That character and it was not going in The was I expected at First.
Triggers:
Kiddnaping, D/s, BDSM elements, assult, sex in Public places.
May 7, 2018
I LOVED IT!💋
Voluntarily review
One crazy hotter than ever loving heck fricken twisted read! The very well executed storyline grabs hold of you right from the start keeping you hostage riveted from the first page to the last! Spellbinding, intense, raw, intoxicating and one hell of a twisted rollercoaster ride! There are so many twisted shocking moments I kept finding myself with my mouth hanging wide open from the twisted head shaking storyline that was an absolute bundle of crazy brilliance! I LOVED IT! Dark, hot and intense chemistry that will either thrill or delight the reader that makes a huge impact to this story making it an amazing 5-Star read! An absolute must read that is a pure bundle of perfection!
Voluntarily review
One crazy hotter than ever loving heck fricken twisted read! The very well executed storyline grabs hold of you right from the start keeping you hostage riveted from the first page to the last! Spellbinding, intense, raw, intoxicating and one hell of a twisted rollercoaster ride! There are so many twisted shocking moments I kept finding myself with my mouth hanging wide open from the twisted head shaking storyline that was an absolute bundle of crazy brilliance! I LOVED IT! Dark, hot and intense chemistry that will either thrill or delight the reader that makes a huge impact to this story making it an amazing 5-Star read! An absolute must read that is a pure bundle of perfection!
May 8, 2018
This is a captivating, dark, erotic romance about a woman (Sibel) who likes to put herself on public display and creates erotic enactments of her sexual past and fantasies. One of her admirers (Pierce, a adult film producer) gets involved in a relationship with her, not realizing that his friend/business partner (Chase) has a obsession with Sibel.
This book is well-written with dark & steamy scenes, suspense, twists & turns, BDSM, consensual abduction/rape scenes, betrayal, depravity, forgiveness and trust. The story-line and plot is well-thought out and written, the pace is steady and not rushed. The characters have needs and desires according to their personality. I would recommend this book.
This book is well-written with dark & steamy scenes, suspense, twists & turns, BDSM, consensual abduction/rape scenes, betrayal, depravity, forgiveness and trust. The story-line and plot is well-thought out and written, the pace is steady and not rushed. The characters have needs and desires according to their personality. I would recommend this book.
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