Have you ever had that feeling reading a book where you are just dying with anticipation? So excited to read the next word that you actually can feel yourself tingling with excitement? Even as I was reading this book - I couldn’t wait to read it, if that makes sense. I was so immersed in the story that I couldn’t get enough, the pages weren’t turning fast enough - if you’ve ever read a book that affected you like that, you’ll know what I’m saying - this is THAT book. Even as I sit writing this review, I can’t get it off my mind, I want to pick it up and dive right back in. So please excuse me if I just stop here and do exactly that! Just kidding ;) Set in modern day England, this is a book that is as unique in its plot as it is powerful, as sexy as it is dark, and as addicting as it is infuriating.
Clara Bishop is a young woman who has just graduated Oxford - she has the world at her fingertips, the degree she worked so hard for, a coveted new position at the job of her dreams and a trust fund to ensure financial stability, not that she uses it. She is a girl that prides herself on accomplishing things on her own, not relying on money from her parents. A bit of a loner, she has avoided the social scene all through University - she surrounds herself with her best friend Belle, a spitfire of a girl who is the polar opposite of Clara. The perfect best friend, she knows exactly what to do pull Clara out of her shell. At the party to celebrate her graduation with her classmates, she finds herself alone on the terrace - or so she thinks...in the shadows lurks a stranger. A tall, dark, captivating stranger. An amusing banter between them leads to an unexpected but mouth-watering, soul-changing kiss that knocks Clara off her axis. Her world spinning, he disappears as fast as he appeared. Thinking it was nothing more than a silly encounter - she dismisses it. But as hard as she tries, she can’t force the lingering memories of his kiss from her mind. Imagine her surprise days later when the paparazzi are at her door…
Prince Alexander of Cambridge. Titled, entitled, and easily the sexiest man alive. He is a man that grew up in a life of privilege - a man who takes what he wants no matter the consequences. And after a few minutes alone on a terrace with a girl that didn’t even recognize him, a girl that is as refreshing as she is beautiful - its clear to him. He wants Clara Bishop. Here starts a Royal story of intrigue, lust, betrayal, deception and above all else, love. Clara and Alexander both have demons at their door, secrets from their past that threaten to not only destroy them - but those around them. With enemies at every turn, the press exposing stories and lies - their relationship is clouded in doubt and uncertainty. Alexander seeks to control her, to dominate her and make her his in every possible way. He is a consuming lover, the kind of man that every woman secretly lusts after. The kind of man that has panties jumping into his hand whenever he enters a room. These two do not have an easy relationship, what begins as just a purely physical thing - quickly changes to much, much more.
Clara and Alexander are a perfect match. She is there for him in ways no one ever has been - she strips away his walls one by one and shows him the true meaning of love. Despite the disdain and disapproval surrounding them, they manage to awaken something that they both are craving - acceptance.
But of course...this is a story about a Royal Prince - the one next in line to be King no less. As obligations and politics begin to weigh heavily on Alexander’s shoulders - what will be the fate of these two? Will their fragile relationship survive the wishes of the current King of England?
This is a book that will not only hook you, it will possess you. It will strip away your layers and the outcome will leave you shattered. I couldn’t put it down. It was an unforgettable read for me and I’m anxiously awaiting the next book in the series.
If you’re looking for a story that will consume you, a book that has a hot, bad ass, alpha prince and a fierce, one of a kind heroine - than this is definitely one I’d recommend for you. Be sure you have a few hours free time when you pick up Command Me, as once a Prince has you in his grasp - he won’t let you go.
✰✰ 5 Deliciously Wicked Stars ✰✰
xo Cassia
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