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Returning To Us
A new home. A new beginning. After thirty-five years, Susan thought her marriage was over the morning after their last child's wedding. Hal, her husband, said he needed to talk about something important. She knew it couldn’t be good. They rarely even spoke anymore. In the beginning they’d been so close, so passionate. Practicing domestic discipline had been a wonderful part of their lives – sometimes. But over the years it had all drifted away, even when Susan asked for what she needed. Hal would occasionally give her a mild taste of what she liked, but the real discipline she craved was a thing of the past. Now, Hal suddenly wants to talk about moving to Colorado to live in Corbin’s Bend, a community where domestic discipline is not only accepted, but encouraged. Could this bring back the closeness and passion they’d once had? Can Susan trust that this time, Hal will truly step up? Publisher’s This sweet love story contains elements of domestic discipline. While it is part of the Corbin’s Bend series, it can be read as a standalone.
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163 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 17, 2019
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January 20, 2019
COMMUNICATION IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS
As a huge fan of the Corbin’s Bend series, I was so excited to see a new book and to be back in Corbin’s Bend, Colorado. Yes, it will have some of the favorites from previous books. But, don’t worry if you haven’t read them before, they each read well as a stand-alone.
Meet Hal and Susan, married thirty-five years, three grown children, financially secure, sounds great—but there is trouble in paradise with complacency in their marriage. Just when Susan believes he is going to tell her the marriage is over, he shocks her with a revelation, he wants to return to having a domestic discipline lifestyle, like when they were first married. Susan craves that, and feels incomplete without it, but can they do this? Then Hal informs her he has looked into a community for people who live a HoH-TiH lifestyle called Corbin’s Bend.
“I want it all back. I want the feeling back that I had when we were living this lifestyle. I want to feel safe and protected and loved, the way I felt back when discipline was a part of our lives.”
I love when a story involves mature adults, and it is great to be back in Corbin’s Bend. While Hal and Susan’s plan to reenter into a DD lifestyle sounds great, the execution is seriously lacking, and once again, Susan feels let down after the one week of immersion. If she had to ask for or do things to have Hal punish her, why bother—apparently he really doesn’t care—and that is a ticking time-bomb for this couple. When it explodes, the fallout won’t just involve them, but many others.
“It’s time, past time, for you to step up. She can’t follow if you don’t lead.”
The story takes Hal and Susan on a journey of entering a community of like-minded individuals who all live a DD lifestyle. Where spanking is the norm, and disobedience is handled swiftly. Both Hal and Susan are equally responsible for the problems they endure, and when the lid blows, their continued acceptance into the community is placed in jeopardy. Hal isn’t holding Susan accountable or overlooking issues, thinking a quick little talks is enough. That, in turn, has her believing her really doesn’t care and leaving her hurt and confused, but then she isn't honest with him when he asks her questions, saying everything is fine. Lies by omission, lack of guidelines and consequences, and a break down in communications will possibly break this couple. Will the mentor system in Corbin’s Bend, the threat of a public spanking, or an honest, heartfelt conversation make the difference?
“They had traveled across the country for this chance to heal and improve their marriage. They had agreed on Corbin’s Bend, a spanking community because they knew domestic discipline worked for them. She couldn’t back out now.”
As a huge fan of the Corbin’s Bend series, I was so excited to see a new book and to be back in Corbin’s Bend, Colorado. Yes, it will have some of the favorites from previous books. But, don’t worry if you haven’t read them before, they each read well as a stand-alone.
Meet Hal and Susan, married thirty-five years, three grown children, financially secure, sounds great—but there is trouble in paradise with complacency in their marriage. Just when Susan believes he is going to tell her the marriage is over, he shocks her with a revelation, he wants to return to having a domestic discipline lifestyle, like when they were first married. Susan craves that, and feels incomplete without it, but can they do this? Then Hal informs her he has looked into a community for people who live a HoH-TiH lifestyle called Corbin’s Bend.
“I want it all back. I want the feeling back that I had when we were living this lifestyle. I want to feel safe and protected and loved, the way I felt back when discipline was a part of our lives.”
I love when a story involves mature adults, and it is great to be back in Corbin’s Bend. While Hal and Susan’s plan to reenter into a DD lifestyle sounds great, the execution is seriously lacking, and once again, Susan feels let down after the one week of immersion. If she had to ask for or do things to have Hal punish her, why bother—apparently he really doesn’t care—and that is a ticking time-bomb for this couple. When it explodes, the fallout won’t just involve them, but many others.
“It’s time, past time, for you to step up. She can’t follow if you don’t lead.”
The story takes Hal and Susan on a journey of entering a community of like-minded individuals who all live a DD lifestyle. Where spanking is the norm, and disobedience is handled swiftly. Both Hal and Susan are equally responsible for the problems they endure, and when the lid blows, their continued acceptance into the community is placed in jeopardy. Hal isn’t holding Susan accountable or overlooking issues, thinking a quick little talks is enough. That, in turn, has her believing her really doesn’t care and leaving her hurt and confused, but then she isn't honest with him when he asks her questions, saying everything is fine. Lies by omission, lack of guidelines and consequences, and a break down in communications will possibly break this couple. Will the mentor system in Corbin’s Bend, the threat of a public spanking, or an honest, heartfelt conversation make the difference?
“They had traveled across the country for this chance to heal and improve their marriage. They had agreed on Corbin’s Bend, a spanking community because they knew domestic discipline worked for them. She couldn’t back out now.”
February 22, 2020
The new series of Corbin's Bend continues in great style with PK Corey's Returning to Us. This book follows Vanessa Brooks' Sub-Divided, where the heroine was a spanko who wasn't sure if she wanted a Domestic Discipline relationship. In contrast, Susan, the heroine of Returning to Us definitely knows that she wants DD. The problem is, most of the time she isn't getting it.
With their children all grown up, Hal and Susan have plenty of time for themselves as a couple. They can enjoy some 'us' time except that they're not really sure what 'us' means any more. They enjoyed a DD relationship in the first years of their marriage but life, kids and - most importantly - Hal's indifference have got in the way of that.
At the start of the book, Susan believes that Hal is going to end their thirty year marriage. Instead, Hal suggests that they move to Corbin's Bend - the world's first and best spanking-based community - so they can find their D/s selves again.
It's a make or break move and, god, I really, really wanted then to make it. It isn't straightforward because marriages are hard and being married for along time doesn't make it any less so. It just makes it easier to slip into bad habits.
Susan doesn't communicate with Hal about her feelings and Hal is way too ready to accept Susan's curt non-answers as a legitimate response.
Honestly, Hal. What are you doing? If your wife is saying stuff like "It doesn't matter. It's fine," then it almost certainly does matter and it's not fine.
Happily, the couple are in the best place in the world to find their feet. They have great mentors, supportive friends and the opportunity to really make a go of things. It's heartbreaking to see them get so close to throwing it all away.
It's an involving and relatable story. Also, as would expect from a Corbin's Bend book, it's frequently hot as hell. PK Corey writes with a great deal of maturity and insight, sensitively tackling the subject of stagnation in a longstanding marriage.
I read a lot of books that can be described as "Adult". Lots of them are even "Adult XXX". PK Corey's book is more than that. This is a book for grown-ups.
With their children all grown up, Hal and Susan have plenty of time for themselves as a couple. They can enjoy some 'us' time except that they're not really sure what 'us' means any more. They enjoyed a DD relationship in the first years of their marriage but life, kids and - most importantly - Hal's indifference have got in the way of that.
At the start of the book, Susan believes that Hal is going to end their thirty year marriage. Instead, Hal suggests that they move to Corbin's Bend - the world's first and best spanking-based community - so they can find their D/s selves again.
It's a make or break move and, god, I really, really wanted then to make it. It isn't straightforward because marriages are hard and being married for along time doesn't make it any less so. It just makes it easier to slip into bad habits.
Susan doesn't communicate with Hal about her feelings and Hal is way too ready to accept Susan's curt non-answers as a legitimate response.
Honestly, Hal. What are you doing? If your wife is saying stuff like "It doesn't matter. It's fine," then it almost certainly does matter and it's not fine.
Happily, the couple are in the best place in the world to find their feet. They have great mentors, supportive friends and the opportunity to really make a go of things. It's heartbreaking to see them get so close to throwing it all away.
It's an involving and relatable story. Also, as would expect from a Corbin's Bend book, it's frequently hot as hell. PK Corey writes with a great deal of maturity and insight, sensitively tackling the subject of stagnation in a longstanding marriage.
I read a lot of books that can be described as "Adult". Lots of them are even "Adult XXX". PK Corey's book is more than that. This is a book for grown-ups.
January 20, 2019
The Start of a new home and Lifestyle
Susan and her husband Hal have been married for thirty-five years and have raised three children the last recently being married, they decided that they were going to move home to a community that practiced HOH and all that this life style involved.
The community were friendly and they were supportive and all went well they had people that they could go to for help and advice however it soon became apparent that both had not been as content as they first appeared.
When Susan has a meltdown in front of a number of people she then disappeared and had everyone looking for her during a dark, cold night nearly sending out the mountain rescue teams in search of Hal’s missing wife. However, the resulting penance for this stunt could so easily have ended their new home and new life.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.
Susan and her husband Hal have been married for thirty-five years and have raised three children the last recently being married, they decided that they were going to move home to a community that practiced HOH and all that this life style involved.
The community were friendly and they were supportive and all went well they had people that they could go to for help and advice however it soon became apparent that both had not been as content as they first appeared.
When Susan has a meltdown in front of a number of people she then disappeared and had everyone looking for her during a dark, cold night nearly sending out the mountain rescue teams in search of Hal’s missing wife. However, the resulting penance for this stunt could so easily have ended their new home and new life.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing.
February 22, 2020
I appreciated that this was an older couple since most in this genre are often barely post-pubescent; that they had realistic problems (I'm not one for the 6'4" special ops millionaire shifter dom); that they wanted to do dd "their" way (so, *housecleaning is not the sole purview of the woman); and their slightly unusual method of communication.
However, the book contained my biggest pet peeve in this genre: both are at fault, but only she (the h) pays; he only needs to say, "Sorry, we good?" and all is fine -- a massive double standard.
The writing is competent, but fairly unsophisticated.
*Side Note: It's one thing to be a spanking community; it's another to depict such traditional gender roles, particularly in a town with children. This ideology can make Corbins Bend seem like a cult.
However, the book contained my biggest pet peeve in this genre: both are at fault, but only she (the h) pays; he only needs to say, "Sorry, we good?" and all is fine -- a massive double standard.
The writing is competent, but fairly unsophisticated.
*Side Note: It's one thing to be a spanking community; it's another to depict such traditional gender roles, particularly in a town with children. This ideology can make Corbins Bend seem like a cult.
January 19, 2019
Susan believes after 35 years of marriage Hal was getting ready to leave her. What the truth ended up to be was not what she expected. Welcome to Corbin’s Bend in Colorado a town that has HOH lifestyle community. Hal and Susan understood the lifestyle, but dominance and submission, and spanking had been missing from their lives. This story is about the possibility of saving their marriage and getting back what they have lost. I enjoyed this one it dealt with an older couple so often these themed books deal with only young couples this was a great change of pace. The book may not appeal to everyone, but I really liked it. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
January 22, 2019
What can I say. I absolutely love this series about couples living in a spanko heaven called Corbin's Bend. The characters are a delightful mix. The story is light and fun and oh so very interesting as the ladies and women always seem to find a reason somewhere along the line to get their bottoms spanked. Yet, the book treats the subject of living a domestic discipline or being Takein-In-Hand lifestyle very seriously as it tells what are its fundamental reasons and importance to each couple introduced. And, of course, it shows the overall caring and loving aspect that absolutely MUST be a part of it. I can hardly wait for the next couple to show up to Corbin's Bend. This is a voluntary review of an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from Blushing Books.
January 19, 2019
I read this excellently written book in one sitting; I was so drawn into the story. It was about a middle aged couple trying to reestablish the dd lifestyle they once had. It wasn't an easy journey for them and was very emotional. The author did a great job of exploring the difficulty of the lifestyle from both the submissive and dominant perspectives. Of course, being a Corbin's Bend book, it incorporated beloved characters from the series as well as the setting and culture of the community. The charm, wit, humor, and dominance I've come to expect from these characters added great depth to the plot. Well done!
January 22, 2019
Hal and Susan have been together for 35 years and their marriage is faltering. Susan is convinced that Hal is going to ask for a divorce. But instead, Hal wants to get back to their D/d roots and move to Corbin's Bend. Susan agrees because she wishes wants the marriage they had when younger.
I'm not enamoured by Hal. He seems very wishy washy for a HOH. But, with help from his mentor, he makes changes that are good for him and Susan. Susan is like many women of my age, wanting to do everything for everyone except herself. Hal teaches her that she must be more open and tell him what she needs.
There is a HEA and I can't wait for the next book!
I'm not enamoured by Hal. He seems very wishy washy for a HOH. But, with help from his mentor, he makes changes that are good for him and Susan. Susan is like many women of my age, wanting to do everything for everyone except herself. Hal teaches her that she must be more open and tell him what she needs.
There is a HEA and I can't wait for the next book!
January 22, 2019
Susan was born to older parents and craved discipline so she acted out until Hal as her boyfriend took on the disciplinary role. After they got married it worked for a while then fell by the wayside. Susan felt Hal didn't care and she stopped communicating with him. They decided to move to Corbins Bend, a spanking community. Hal and Susan fell back into their ways her not communicating and him letting it slide until Susan made a public display of disrespect and the town gave them a choice of handling it or having to leave Corbins Bend. Good book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 25, 2019
It took me a while to warm up to this story - I didn't feel that it had that Corbin's Bend feel to it. However, the more I read the more I enjoyed it. This is a story that builds as it progresses so don't expect everything to be laid out from the start. I feel that it's a clever title given that it's really a story about a married couple returning to how they should be. Given the nature of the characters & what they're going through it feels very much like a 'How to Incorporate DD into your relationship' guide which worked well in this setting. As with all of the Corbin's Bend books, this is completely standalone but you will get visits from your favourite characters.
January 26, 2019
Susan and Hal used to practice domestic discipline as a way of life. Now
after 35 years of marriage they are going to move to a community called
Corbins Bend in Colorado. They decide to move to Corbins Bend a community
that lives by domestic discipline and strongly encourages this lifestyle.
Hal seems to be going to step up this time and take Susan in hand. She wants
nothing more but once they are moved in it only last a couple of weeks.
Due to his not stepping up Susan does things that carry a very severe punishment
for her lack of concern of the rules they agreed to when they moved in. Will
they finally get back what they lost?
after 35 years of marriage they are going to move to a community called
Corbins Bend in Colorado. They decide to move to Corbins Bend a community
that lives by domestic discipline and strongly encourages this lifestyle.
Hal seems to be going to step up this time and take Susan in hand. She wants
nothing more but once they are moved in it only last a couple of weeks.
Due to his not stepping up Susan does things that carry a very severe punishment
for her lack of concern of the rules they agreed to when they moved in. Will
they finally get back what they lost?
January 19, 2019
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book. Corbin's Bend books are great. If you get the chance to go back and read them all, do it. This is the story of Hal and Susan. When you've been married a long time, life gets in the way of your relationship sometimes. This story is of a couple finding themselves and who they are in a relationship and going for what will make them both happy. It's a rough go, but they go for it. Spanking romance. Hand, spoon, paddle, hairbrush, belt, soaping, plug.
January 19, 2019
This was a very sweet story of a couple trying to get back on track after thirty five years of marriage. I love that the story featured an older, established couple. The writing was good with likeable characters and a simple yet appealing story. The author did a really good job of portraying a marriage that wasn't over, but still wasn't what it could be. I felt for both Susan and Hal as they struggled to get their marriage back to what it once was. I hope as the series continues we get to see more from this couple.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
February 2, 2019
Hal and Susan are married for quite a long time and Susan thinks now, that the last child left the house their marriage will be over as well. She is surprised when Hal suggests that they move to Corbin's Bend, but she agrees. And then she learns that her new life will be so much better than she thought it would be.
I loved Susan and Hal and was more than happy to read a new story of the Corbin's Bend series. Somehow I can't get enough and Returning to Us is a story that I will read again very soon. It was fantastic.
I loved Susan and Hal and was more than happy to read a new story of the Corbin's Bend series. Somehow I can't get enough and Returning to Us is a story that I will read again very soon. It was fantastic.
January 20, 2019
Wow! I loved this book. I totally understand how Susan feels and it was hard reading about Hal not taking her seriously. Communication is so important to marriage in general and nobody is a mind reader. I really enjoyed this look into the DD lifestyle and that not everyone just falls into it naturally. I really enjoyed the aspect of the story taking place in Corbin’s Bend too. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
June 7, 2020
Their last child is now married and so when her husband tells her they need to talk she fears for her marriage. It is not like it used to be and she was missing his firm hand on her skin. He tells her they are moving to a place where what she needs is accepted. Could this be the turning point for them again? Could this save her marriage? See how they get on and if she gets what she wants from him
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 19, 2019
A story of a couple that after thirty-five years the spark has gone out of their marriage and the way they get it back made this story one to read. a well written story of learning to talk to each other and what happens when you don't a spanking could be in order. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 19, 2019
I'm going to be honest and admit that this is my first time reading this author's work and I'm glad to say I wasn't disappointed at all! This was a great read and would recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy reading a wonderful read :)
*I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review*
*I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review*
January 20, 2019
Hal and Susan move to Corbin's Bend, a community that believes in domestic discipline. They have made up their minds, to once again incorporate DD, to save their marriage. Hal is head of the household, and delivers many spankings. And I mean many. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
January 31, 2019
This return to Corbin's Bend is wonderful. I am so glad that this series has been continued. Its very well written with well rounded characters. There are also plenty of fun, spankings and hot spicy sexy scenes. Susan and Hal love eachother but have lost their way. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book and I highly recommend it. One not to be missed.
January 19, 2019
This was a wonderful tale full of ups and downs, showing how not even a HoH can be perfect. 'That' spanking was epic and I was glad it wasn't a public one, but it was great seeing the indecision on both their parts. Very well written and difficult to put down.
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