THE CLUB TRILOGY is comprised of three books (all contained in this bundle): THE CLUB: OBSESSION [Book 1] When 30-year-old playboy businessman Jonas Faraday receives a private note from the anonymous 24-year-old intake agent (Sarah Cruz) assigned to process his online application to an exclusive club, he becomes obsessed with finding her and giving her the satisfaction she claims has always eluded her.
THE CLUB: RECLAMATION [Book 2] Jonas and Sarah’s scorching hot, heart-racing, and addictive love story picks up right where The Club: Obsession left off, hurtling to a shocking conclusion that will leave readers breathless and screaming for the final installment.
THE CLUB: REDEMPTION [Book 3] Jonas and Sarah have found a deep and abiding love that is the envy of the gods. But will Jonas be able to overcome his demons, once and for all, so he can seize the happiness Sarah is offering him with both hands? And even so, will dangers outside of their control rip their love apart forever?
International #1 Bestselling The Club Trilogy has taken the world by storm with its unique blend of sensuality, thrilling suspense, laugh-out-loud humor, intense character development and shocking plot twists. The books of The Club Trilogy must be read in order.
“There’s never been a love like ours and there never will be again… Our love is so pure and true, we’re the amazement of the gods.”
*Jonas and Sarah's love story continues in the full length epilogue novel, THE CLUB: CULMINATION. Also, look for Josh and Kat's love story in their own trilogy: INFATUATION, REVELATION, CONSUMMATION.
**Readers 18+ due to extremely graphic language and adult situations.
USA Today and internationally bestselling author Lauren Rowe lives in San Diego, California, where, in addition to writing books, she performs with her dance/party band at events all over Southern California, writes songs, walks her dogs, and spends time with her family and friends. Much to Lauren’s thrill, her books have been translated all over the world in multiple languages and hit multiple domestic and international bestseller lists. To find out about Lauren’s upcoming releases and giveaways, and to check out loads of bonus material, sign up for Lauren’s emails at www.LaurenRoweBooks.com. Lauren loves to hear from readers! Send Lauren an email from her website, say hi on Instagram @laurenrowebooks, and/or come by her Facebook page by searching Facebook for “Lauren Rowe Author.”
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
5 Stars
One of the BEST love stories I’ve EVER read! If you love hot, steamy, erotic stories, then this trilogy is for you! You definitely won’t find crazy howling monkey sex in a tree in any other book! LOL!! Once you read these you’ll understand ;).
Lauren Rowe is a genius when it comes to erotica. Although these books are not just about erotica, these books tell one of the most beautiful love stories ever told. From page one of the first book Lauren hooked me. I felt myself feeling everything these characters felt. I felt my heart breaking, my love soaring, and my panties melting right along with each of them all throughout these wonderful stories.
I cannot say enough about this series. There’s suspense, drama, heartache, twists, turns, so much love, and OFF THE CHARTS hot, steamy sex! Seriously, I had to stop and fan myself a few times. Once you finish this series you’ll feel like you need a cigarette, and want your husband handy ;).
#1 OBSESSION Started out every good. Jonas Faraday wants in the club known for its clandestine clientele and activities. Quarter of a million dollar later he is contacted by his recruit host and a very odd thing happens. She takes it upon herself to engage in a sexual guilt shaming banter, which is odd considering her job is at stake. Anyway Jonas is intrigued and stalks her online till he manages to contact her, spooking her outright. But they start a secret affair, sans sex. She hasn't had an orgasm ever and that becomes Jonas's single point agenda from then on. From city to jungle in Belize, from mind blowing sex to Tangled feelings, the story deviates and reroutes to newer avenues. End comes to a screeching halt when The Club shows its fangs!! 4 stars for monkey sex
#2 RECLAMATION This book furthers Jonas & Sarah's relationship towards more intimacy and exploration, both physically and emotionally. While Sarah is giving it all, Jonas seemed to be holding some back. This is annoying sarah who confronts him. Meanwhile the Club has an agenda against Sarah so there's that element of danger too. It ultimately catches them both in a very unexpected place in a gruesome manner. I must mention the flashback scenes of Jonas and his mommy just broke my heart and reduced me to tears. Esp when he recounts to Mrs whitecomb his wish of climbing the highest mountain and stretch his hand so his mommy can reach down and pull him up....Omg i was a sobbing mess!! Cliffie but I already started book 3 Good plot, skilled storytelling. John lane is fabulous narrator & the author does the most fantastic job of Audible narration 4 stars for a cloud hammock
Well! What.A.Ride! The wordplay, the tragic backstory, the healing, the banter, the sweetness, the characters, there was literally nothing I did not like about this story. Incredibly thought-provoking while being simultaneously sexy and entertaining as all get out! Bravo, kiritzaki-mou, bravo!
THE BEST BOOK SERIES I HAVE EVER READ.... I read all 3 books back in April this year, however, did not leave a review on any of them. I will remedy that now! Jonas & Sarah's love story is EPIC! The first chapter of the trilogy gives us our first insight into Jonas' unique personality..."Yes, My Beautiful Intake Agent, if I were there to teach you what your body's divinely designed to do, you'd be forced to admit an immutable truth, whether you wanted to or not: In addition to me being one cocky-bastard-asshole-son-of-a-bitch motherfucker, I'm also the man of your dreams" And let me tell you readers, he not only became Sarah's, but he becomes ours as well. Sarah's kick-ass response to Jonas' cockiness would have to go down as one of the most brilliant, laugh out loud pieces of writing I have read. It was this actual chapter that made me fall in love with this Author. These books are filled with Lauren Rowe's extraordinary talented (& humorous) imaginations that will have you laughing your pants til you pee. And the sex scenes...wooohhhhoooowwweeee, these scenes are so hot & horny inducing...your knickers will need changing after every one! Lauren has provided us, through three cannot put down books, with a story who's characters are so amazingly believable, their adventures so spectacularly realised, you actually think you are experiencing it all along with them. I will guarantee you, that Jonas & Sarah's beautiful & heart rendering journey to "...the culmination of human possibility" will stay with you, long after you have finished reading these books. It truly is a gorgeous piece of writing. This series is a MUST read...do yourselves a favour & download NOW!
Jonas Faraday is in a rut. He's a rich man who can have anything in the world, but he feels like he's missing a little excitement so his brother Josh, convinces him to join a sex club. In order to join he has to fill out an application. Jonas was very.....forthcoming.
Sarah needs to make money for law school so she found a hush hush job as a application reviewer for a sex club. She comes across Jonas' application and it had an unexpected effect on her so much she broke protocol and responded.
A friend recommended this series to me and I was initially skeptical, until I read the first section labeled "Jonas." After that I was immediately hooked. So many amazing things happened in this entire series. Sarah and Jonas's love story was epic and I enjoyed every bit of it. There were some very, I mean VERY steamy parts that made this brown girl turn red. I also have a new respect for Plato, read the book and you'll know why.
This Triology was the best ive ever read in my life!!!!! Its my ultimate favourite of all books!!! I love love love Jonas and Sarah and there love for one another. Its a once in a lifetime love. This triology is funny, sexy full of angst and will have you on the edge of your seat the whole time!!! I love Lauren Rowe her sence of humour is something that you have never experienced before!!!! And the LOVE scenes are EPIC!!!!!!
***I received a copy of these books from the author in exchange for an honest review!***
The Club (Book 1) Review:
This book hooked me from the very beginning! It was that good! I’ve never read anything quite like this book before. I’ve read a lot of erotic romance involving sex clubs or ones that mention them, but this isn’t like all the others. When completing his application to The Club, Jonas Faraday decides he will be brutally honest with what he wants and what he needs. Just like the application says. In doing so, he also decides to send a little note to the agent processing his application. He figures that it must be a woman, so why not give her a little bit of a tease. What he doesn’t expect is that she will write him back and turn his world on its head.
Jonas Faraday is a man on a mission. I repeat. He is a man on a mission! He will not stop until he finds his beautiful intake agent and give her everything that she’s been missing. Once he’s done, he thinks that he’ll move on to the next woman like he always does. Except Sarah is different from any other woman that he has ever met before. She is not afraid of his honesty, nor does it turn her off. In fact, it seems to get her hot and bothered. He is determined to learn all that he can about her because he has become obsessed with this woman. Obsessed with fulfilling all her desires and obsessed with quenching his thirst for her.
I absolutely loved these characters. Reading Sarah’s words was like Lauren had written that character just for me. I was Sarah. She was the epitome of every woman who has ever searched for love and never found satisfaction. Her thoughts and fears were exactly what I would think and say if I were in her situation. She was just so real. So raw. So curious. Her inner strength shone forth in the best of ways. While she believed in love and romance and wanted the happily ever after, she also had her doubts and fears like the rest of us. Especially with Jonas. I mean, how could a man like him want to be with a woman like her for more than a night, right?
Jonas was unbelievably sexy and passionate in every way. He was himself and completely honest with Sarah about everything. He started out extremely cocky, but grew into a lovable damaged man. Over the course of their discussions, he knew that he needed to know Sarah and he needed to be with her. He was dying for a taste of her. To know what she looked like in that moment when she experienced pure bliss. To know who she was and what made her tick. What he didn’t expect was that he would experience something deeper than he had ever felt before. That there was a woman out there who could accept him and burrow her way into his heart.
This was an unconventional love story with some mystery, and passion like you would not believe. So hot and steamy you better make sure that you are reading this in the privacy of your own home. Definitely NSFW! While there was a lot of sex and sexual talk in this book, and boy does it make you HOT, there was a beautiful story woven in there that really captivates the reader. What I find most interesting in these types of stories is the who and the why. I like to know the back story that makes the characters the way that they are. This book did not miss a thing. I was left wanting more in the best way possible. This book is part of a series so there will be a lot more for us to learn, and I simply cannot wait. I am dying to know what happens with The Club, and how that will impact Jonas and Sarah’s lives. I have my ideas, but I will not share.
Overall, I absolutely recommend this book!!! I am thrilled that the author is releasing all of the books so close together so that you don’t have to wait so long to know what happens. This is a great love story with some really naughty scenes. You will not want to miss this book or this series.
The Reclamation (Book 2) Review:
I absolutely adore this series with a vengeance!!! The first book in The Club series was amazing, and this book is fantastic! I haven't enjoyed a series this much in a while. Every time I think about it I am just blown away that this was the first series for this author. Lauren Rowe is masterful with her words. The characters are always completely real and raw. The story switches gears from heartbreaking to suspenseful, from scorching sex to insane laughter, with no gaps in between. The flow of words works beautifully. This is a book and a series that does not disappoint in any way.
The first book in the series, The Club, introduces us to Jonas and Sarah and an intense desire to find that elusive O for the beautiful intake agent. It allows us to get a glimpse of the passion between the two, the raw need they feel for one another, and the ending leaves us wondering what is in store for the two. What is The Club going to do? Are they safe or paranoid for no reason?
Book 2, The Reclamation, introduces us to a more in-depth relationship for the two lovers. It is Madness beyond a doubt. The desire that the two feel for one another is an unquenchable thirst. Every moment they are together you can feel how much they want each other, how deeply they care for one another. Now that Jonas has let Sarah into his life and into his heart, in the only way he knows how, he becomes even more possessive and protective towards her. Both of their paths have set them down similar roads, and it's only a matter of time before they will find out if those paths were meant to merge forever or if this is but a detour to the rest of their lives.
In this book we see a lot more of Josh and Kate. I really enjoyed the banter between the two, and I wonder if there might be a book in store for them in the future. What I found beautiful was the relationship between the two brothers. They got each other in a way that made sense to know one else. Having grown up with each other for support, they have a bond that is inseparable.
This story allows us to delve deeper into the f*ckedupness that is Jonas' horror filled life. We begin to understand more fully why he is the way he is, and that his memories can trigger some truly intense times of despair. It is these memories that have kept him so closed off from the world, and it is only through Sarah's love and determination that he can begin to face those fears head on.
Sarah proves to be even more exceptionally brilliant than she did in the first book. The way her mind works is amazing. She is so giving and loyal. Definitely someone you would want to know and be like. One harrowing scene in particular blows me away that she is able to figure out the truth of the situation. If it were me, I would have never been that clear-headed to reason out what was actually going on, and then to take charge of the matter.
This book is breathtaking. Truly remarkable. I love delving into the psychological motivations behind a characters thoughts and actions, and this book lives up to its name. There is definitely a restoration happening to Jonas' heart and soul, and the reason is obvious. His devotion to Sarah, and the way she understands him so completely, is unparalleled. She knows just when to push and when to hold back. Giving Jonas what he needs without question.
Reclamation takes us on a journey. One that is thrilling, despairing, and incredulous. The book does end in a cliffhanger. A major one. It's a breakthrough for Jonas, but it comes with a heavy price. Reading that ending made me desperate for the third book in the series. I cannot thank Lauren enough for not making us wait so long to know what happens. This series has become one of my favorites, and I cannot recommend it enough.
The Redemption (Book 3) Review:
I just have to say that this series blew me away! From start to finish it was amazing! I was completely enthralled. I fell in love with Jonas and Sarah in the first book, and I am more in love with them now. They will go down as two of my all-time favorite characters. This series was just phenomenal. It made me laugh and cry, made me pissed off and anxious, broke my heart and put it back together again. Gah! Lauren Rowe has me hooked and I need my next fix!
The Redemption starts off with a very tense scene, picking up right where the cliffhanger left off in book 2. What an ending. I was dying to see what happened to my beloved characters, and luckily Lauren didn't keep us waiting for long.
This book allows us to delve deeper into Jonas' story. My heart broke for that poor little boy. What he experienced as a child was horrific, and to have a parent turn on him during his formative years explained the problems that he had connecting with others as an adult. He had everything stripped away from him, aside from his brother Josh, and that made for a rocky foundation. The first few chapters were from Jonas' perspective, and they were truly beautiful. I was haunted by the memories of his childhood, and wanted nothing more than to cuddle him.
Jonas and Sarah have to face new and extremely complicated challenges. They have come face to face with The Club, and have to figure out how to get out alive, as well as take them down. The way that everyone comes together to try to find a solution to the problem is brilliant. I love the way that everyone interacts with each other. They make me laugh so hard.
Sarah blew me away in this book. She continues to amaze me with her intelligence, thoughtfulness, sense of humor, loyalty and passion for everything and everyone that she loves. You can't help but be impressed with her ability to think on her feet, and to do whatever she needs to do to bring the bad guys down.
Jonas continues to impress me with his ability to overcome his past, and to allow Sarah into his heart. He's always had such a hard time opening himself up, and believing in forever, but he finally let all of his walls come down. It was a superb thing to experience. That moment when he finally realized that it was okay to love someone again.
Of course, when Sarah and Jonas get together passion overflows. There is not a shortage of some seriously hot sexy times. This series uses that physical connection as a way of expressing the love between the two. I absolutely love when relationships develop naturally and aren't forced. Every single part of their journey was a pleasure to read. I just felt that they couldn't have been written any better.
I cannot recommend this series enough! It has so many wonderful elements to it: danger, suspense, surprise, love, passion, drama and humor. The build up to the final conflict was believable and never rushed. The ending was fantastic and I was left feeling thoroughly satisfied. I really hope that Josh, Kat and Henn get their own stories. I am always up for more of this group.
So this was three books, but since I don't have much listening time anymore, it took me FOREVER to get through! Not indicative of the story -- it was not boring. How they met was kinda cute -- definitely unconventional. I thought it was cute that just with an email, Jonas was smitten. More like obsessed with figuring out who she was. I think Sarah was the perfect girl for Jonas. Super smart, not a pushover, compassionate. Since this was across three books and the beginning was a while ago for me, I won't speak to many specifics, but it was a good trilogy. Very satisfying conclusion to the story.
oh my good lawd! this trilogy is definitely the true definition of "SPICY" books! I would have to rate this "ghost pepper" on spicy scale! I love that this trilogy is connected to the Morgan brothers series! A whole universe of good reading!!!!!
Lauren Rowe’s “The Club” is the breathtaking first book in The Club Trilogy. It’s not your typical sex club book, by any stretch of the imagination. The characters are amazing. Jonas, the sexalicious leading man, lives to bring women to climax. Sarah, the intake agent for the club, is a complex and real leading lady who has never had an orgasm. Sarah starts out as Jonas’s “Mount Everest,” because who could resist the challenge of trying to make a girl have her first cum? I loved it. Sign me up for #2 and #3 for sure!
Lauren Rowe’s “The Reclamation” is the amazing second book in The Club Trilogy. Again, it was a break from your typical plot and I loved it. For instance, there was a situation set up where Jonas, the leading man, was doing something that could be misconstrued when Sarah, the leading lady, walked in on it. Now, in your average romance novel, she would have misunderstood and freaked out and been mad for another third of the book. But now with Lauren Rowe at the wheel! Sarah’s too smart for that! Again, the nookie was amazeballs throughout the book.
Lauren Rowe’s “The Redemption” is the third book in The Club Trilogy. Once again, it had some elements that were totally new to this sub-genre. I thought it was excellent. A great way to wrap up the series. Chock full of wonderfully hawt and lovie dovie sex scenes. I liked the references to recent popular songs as well. Now, when I hear them on the radio, I’m thinking of Jonas Faraday! He’s such a hottie!
This trilogy was amazing! I don't even know where to begin I guess I'll start by saying Lauren Rowe has a forever fan in me. Jonas and Sarah's story is so unique and passionate and had me laughing out loud. I loved how they started out just wanting something from one another and as they got to know each other, they each saw something special within the other. I don't want to give too much away but these books captured and held my attention until the end. All three were written amazingly well, they had depth and were just awesome. If you haven't read them what are you waiting for!! Cannot wait for the 4th to come out!
One of the best books series ever! I follow Lauren from the beginning and you will not be disappointed ever! I left review in each books! Sooooo you have to read this like yesterday!!! Love love!!
A wealthy Seattle businessman (with a tragic past) who doesn't date falls for a young brunette who (while not a virgin) has never experienced true pleasure. Sound familiar? Yes, I felt like there were some similarities to 50 Shades here but I really enjoyed The Club anyway. My favorite thing was that I actually laughed out loud a few times. Jonas decides to join an exclusive sex club for a year and while filling out his application, he decides to address his intake agent. First year law student Sarah, his intake agent, decides to create an anonymous email and send him a message back. Thus begins the relationship between Jonas and Sarah. It was flirty and oh so fun to read.
4/5 stars
The Reclamation
Sarah discovers her employer is not what she thought it was. Sarah and Jonas continue their relationship while trying to decide how to handle the situation with The Club. This was an enjoyable read, not as good as the first but I still liked it.
3/5 stars
The Redemption
Sarah, Jonas and their crew head to Vegas to try to take down The Club. There was a lot of potential with this book and the characters themselves even reference Oceans 11, but when the best scene in the book took place at a bank, we never even read about it as it was happening. Frustrating! Jonas kept referring to Sarah as 'my precious baby' which is a huge turnoff for me. I find that so gross for whatever reason (maybe because I have an actual 1.5 yr old at home that I sometimes call my precious little baby). Anyway, my least favorite of the series but overall I did enjoy the trilogy. I think some actual tension or threat of breakup between Sarah and Jonas would have been good but once they got together in book 1, they were "together" the whole series.
I have read the entire Morgan brothers series, and wanted more so I decided to read the Club, which I knew was Jonas and Sarah's story, as they have been introduced a few times in the Morgan's series. That being said, though I am glad I read this club trilogy, I was a bit disappointed. The story of two broken people conquering their demons to be opened to love is great, as was the banter, the steam (lots of it) and the philosophical explinations. And the meet cute was unique. I also liked the suspense elements in the story. What I was disappointed about I guess is just how it was insta-love but the I love you words were dissacted to death without being able to express them for a long time. But I did like the series, love Hennessy, Kat and Josh and will continue reading and listening to Lauren Rowe's stories because I love her imagination, sense of humour and heart.
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This is an unexpected storyline, with good characters and an exciting twist this book has just begun. I’m looking forward to the next book to see where this is going. A great performance.
Reclamation 5 stars
Wow! I can’t believe how good this series is getting, with a lot more details in this second book I can understand the characters a lot more. I’m looking forward to the next book as I need to see the revenge inflicted on the “baddies “ great performance.
Redemption 5 stars
This last book in this series is great. With personalities that you will fall in love with these characters are so likeable. A brilliant storyline that was gripping. The performance is so natural.
For the most part I really enjoyed this series, but when you’ve read a book before, and actually remember enough of it to know what happens, it becomes about how it happens, not what happens.
This is one of those books for me, and with a whole extra book included that feels like a very long dream sequence, and then adds another sexual pinnacle to strive for, it was a lot a lot!
This series is 10 years old, and Lauren Rowe is one of my all-time favourites, but I won’t likely read it again. Sadly, I could not finish the audio. The all important MMC’s voice just didn’t work for me. The very first time I’ve ever been disappointed by an LR audiobook. Thankfully there are so many great ones to listen to by this beautiful author and narrators.
“Para un hombre conocerse. A si mismo es la más grande las victorias”
Una comedia romántica sin eliminar las escenas +18 con un soundtrack de lujo.
No pare de reír mientras leía estos libros, sentí que estaba viendo una comedia romántica de Netflix, claro que en esta no eliminaron las escenas +18.
Me enamore del personaje de Jonas es el “Hombre Perfecto para San Valentín”, me encanto que el personaje tuviera un trasfondo tan filosófico.
Aunque debo decir que la problemática principal me pareció muy simple de reparar en el último momento desde mi punto de vista, a pesar de esto disfruté mucho de esta lectura.
Wow! Take a bow Lauren Rowe- excellent writing, brilliant audio version also by the author. What incredible talent. I laughed, I got tearful, it pulled out summary emotions. I loved it. The story of Jonas and Sarah-this book will stay with me- the characters were so well written and developed. A bit of a slow burn- do not give up on it, as soon as its picks up it takes you on a journey you are not likely to forget anytime soon. I read the trilogy and it kept me glued till the very end. A new favourite author for me.
I read the Morgan series first - which is awesome btw. The Jonas you meet in this series is not the evolved Jonas you meet in that series. He goes on a journey of epic proportions. I was honestly worried about his overall mental health a points. But as the story unfolds, you get glimpses into his past that helps explain where he is at now. I learned even more in Jonas and Kat trilogy that helped explain just how messed up both were in their formative years. Sarah's story is amazing in this journey as well.
Enjoyed some of the story…interesting premise. However, I just couldn’t deal with the writing style. I found myself skim reading and I just couldn’t get invested as much with the characters because the writing distracted me. Definitely some parts were sexy / hot but it definitely got repetitive and again, the writing style just took me out of it. For me, the plot could be absolutely incoherent and I wouldn’t care if the writing style was bearable to me… so this trilogy was a serious trial to finish.
this story line is amazing. Lauren Rowe did her thing through all of the books. Jonas Faraday & Sarah have a very passionate and obsessive start. continuing through the entire trilogy.i could not put down the story. I listened on Audible and the narration was impeccable. I love Sarah and her strength to keep going. Jonas was a lot of emotions and yet a sexy control to his attitude. New Adult, erotic suspense. 18+ for sure
Sara and Josh are wonderful, fully developed and wonderfully deeply flawed individuals who find a great way to provide an epic love story, with lots of sex! Although one would think this is about a bdsm club, it’s not really. Read this! Great, super fun romance!
Read the first 2 books. Can't deal with the whiney-ness. Can't stand Jonas or Sarah. So glad I read these out of order and read the Morgan Brothers' books first. Writing style completely different in those books. Had I started here and read them in order I would never have made it. I'm not even going to get to Josh and Kat, I can't take anymore.
This trilogy is fabulous. Well written, with characters that you can’t help but fall in Iove with. I defy anyone not too google Plato after reading this! Lauren creates a world that you can lose yourself in, and what a world it is. Jonas and Sarah are the greatest love story ever told, trust me! But be warned - you’ll want more. And there is more. Thank you Lauren!
The book blurbs do not do these books justice. I was surprised how great these books were! I found myself lost in Sarah and Jonas’ world and loving every minute of it. Such a well orchestrated story and well defined characters that were a joy to watch grow and develop into a beautiful HEA. Definitely recommend this series.
The book blurbs do not do these books justice. I was surprised how great these books were! I found myself lost in Sarah and Jonas’ world and loving every minute of it. Such a well orchestrated story and well defined characters that were a joy to watch grow and develop into a beautiful HEA. Definitely recommend this series.
I enjoyed the writing it was thoughtful, funny ,sad and so romantic. The characters were interesting . Although I felt like I read parts of the plot before I still couldn't wait to read more. I loved the humor the laughter always makes for a fun read