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Cole Sawyer A self-made billionaire and a powerful Dom. A dangerous combination.A man who had conquered his business endeavors. A Dom, who took what he wanted and now, he had his eyes set on her. Sage Porter A gorgeous redhead teaching at Sawyer Academy and a loved professor who reveled in her job. A woman who had a sex crush on Cole Sawyer, the gorgeous Dean who caused her ovaries to do a flaming tango whenever he flexed his muscles. A submissive in search of the one Dom who could break lose the shackles that bound her inhibitions.Sassy as she was, though, she was bound to catch the eye of the feared Master Cratos at The Rouge Lounge. The night she did was the night her entire world turned upside down. A summer road trip forced her into close proximity with the man she admired and the Dom she had no defense against.Would Sage be able to surmount her own past insecurities amidst the shadows from Cole’s that come back to haunt them both?Editor’s as old as time, Beauty and the delectable Master Cratos. Oh, that isn’t how it goes? Well, color me confused because this emotional roller coaster will take you to the highest of highs and drag you down to the lowest of lows only to send you soaring again. Betrayal, heartbreak, and healing all wrapped in the tight little package of a class road trip; Sage and Cole’s story will have you smiling, cringing, and pulsing all within one breath. Road Trip is the first book in an open series of standalone titles of Billionaire Bad Boy Romance novels. Filled with hot and sexy alpha males and kink, they will make you wish you were in these women’s shoes.

326 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 23, 2020

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Linzi Basset

144 books818 followers
Author pseudonyms - Isabel James, Kimila Taylor

“Isn’t it a universal truth that it’s our singular experiences and passion, for whatever thing or things, which molds us all into the individuals we become? Whether it's hidden in the depths of our soul or exposed for all to see?”

Linzi Basset is a South African born animal rights supporter with a poet’s heart, and she is also a bestselling fiction writer of suspense filled romance erotica books; who as the latter, refuses to be bound to any one sub-genre. She prefers instead to stretch herself as a storyteller which has resulted in her researching and writing historical and even paranormal themed works.

Her initial offering: Club Alpha Cove, a BDSM club suspense series released back in 2015, reached Amazon’s Bestseller list, and she has been on those lists ever since. Labeling her as prolific is a gross understatement as just a few short years later she has now been published over a hundred times.

“I write from the inside out. My stories are both inside me and a part of me so it can be either pleasurable to release them or painful to carve them out. I live every moment of every story I write. So, if you're looking for spicy and suspenseful, I'm your girl... woman... writer... you know what I mean!"

Linzi believes that by telling stories in her own voice, she can better share with her readers the essence of her being: her passionate nature; her motivations; and her wildest fantasies. She feels every touch as she writes, every kiss, every harsh word uttered, and this to her is the key to a never-ending love of writing.

Ultimately, all books by Linzi Basset are about passion. To her, passion is the driving force of all emotion; whether it be lust, desire, hate, trust, or love. This is the underlying message contained in her books.

Her advice: “Believe in the passions driving your desires; live them; enjoy them; and allow them to bring you happiness.”

Find her also on amazon.com/author/isabeljames in a collaboration of emotional and spiritual tales of discovery written in rich prose.
Click on her website at: https://linzibasset.com/ where you will find upcoming information about new releases, and excerpts from her books. Subscribe to her newsletter and join her on Twitter @LinziBasset or say hello on Facebook.

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Profile Image for Dora Koutsoukou .
2,282 reviews734 followers
June 24, 2020
3 🤔❤️🤔⭐️s

A quick steamy romantic read with bdsm aspects.
The story was interesting and very well written, dual pov, good paced and without dragging.

Cole was an amazing character, mature, strong and unambiguous.
Regarding Sage, I couldn’t connect with her. She was not strong and had a lot of insecurities that became tiring.
I liked their chemistry and their connection, however I didn’t enjoy the drama that unfolded towards the end, before their hea.
Profile Image for Ida Jolley.
739 reviews17 followers
April 23, 2020
Road Trip was an amazing and delightful read. A perfect story about a Prof and a teacher who get involved with each other and have a fantastic road trip. Since they both work at the same university, Sage finds out she has to go on a road trip with her students. She’s not happy about it and especially since Cole Sawyer tells her she has no choice in the matter. But it’s going to be more than just a road trip for these two.
Cole is the owner of the Rouge Lounge in New Orleans. He happens to be in there on a night Sage and her friend Talia come in. Sage’s introduction to Cole is because of her attitude towards the visiting Dom, which leads Cole to deal with her punishment. And here is where Sage learns more about herself and her desires & what turns her on. And her feelings toward the mystery man in a mask.
This book is super hott and sexy. It makes you laugh and smile and all those feelings in your lower region. A great love story between two people who got to know and understand each other, and what they wanted. Definitely a page turner, hard to put it down, I absolutely loved it. ❤️🔥❤️🔥
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2,139 reviews195 followers
April 23, 2020
I just loved this story by Linzi Basset!
Cole and Sage are opposites in so many ways but Sage finally finds the type of relationship she has been looking for. Cole won't let her top from the bottom.
They go on a wonderful road trip and discover each other.
This story is full of hope, insecurities, and finally love.
1,832 reviews38 followers
June 8, 2020
What a truly enjoyable story! Cole and Sage are such incredible characters. He is not only a Professor he is also a Dom who has feelings for Sage but wasn’t sure how she felt. When the opportunity to take her on a road trip with his students comes up, he leaves her no choice but to come along. Sage is unsure about showing her true feelings to Cole. She feels she may not live up to his expectations. Can this trip show her how much he cares for her? I loved the interactions between these two as he showed her what it would be like to be his Submissive and maybe so much more. And don’t even get me started on their unreal chemistry! Absolutely sizzling! But when something happens can she truly trust him? Can he prove to her that he wants her in his life? I fell in love with these two and kept hoping they would end up together. If you want to know what happens, then take a chance and enjoy the ride! I highly recommend you read this book!
134 reviews2 followers
April 25, 2020
Just when you think Linzi can't give us a better story, here she comes with Road Trip. This story was one of the sweetest, romantic, erotic and entertaining stories i have read in a while.
Sage is a teacher at a private school with a penchant for some wicked and kinky sex at least once a month. lol. Always hoping to find whats missing from her life she tries to find it at The Rouge Lounge but has yet to find the Dom who can actually bring her to her knees. That is until she runs into the owner Master Cratos who reminds her of the owner and head professor at her school.
Cole Sawyer is the billionaire playboy or some think. He owns and teaches at a Private university, along with several other businesses but his passion is The Rouge Lounge where he is the feared Master Dom Cratos. No one knows the lonely life he lives or the past he tries so hard to forget about. Years ago when he hired Sage Porter as a teacher did he realize that she would be the one woman to give him everything he would dream about in his life. The only problem is his position in the BDSM community and how would she react to that, until one night he spots her in his club with her best friend Talia. What is she doing here? But it doesn't matter now he knows hes going to make her his no matter what.
Using a spring break trip with some of the students from the school Cole forces Sage along so he can get to know her better and make her see what an amazing life they could have. But will everything work out or will his past come back to spin them out of control?
I can't say enough about the stories Linzi Basset gives us, but everything she puts out will be sure to give you all the feels and in the best places.
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242 reviews1 follower
April 25, 2020
Meet Cratos the owner of a bdsm club called The rouge lounge who is also a Dom at the club though rarely uses the subs at the club until Sage walks in aka Cindereller.
Cratos aka Cole is Sage's boss and has fancied her for awhile and he now sees his chance at the club. Sage is informed that she has to go on a road trip the Academy's summer vacation she does not want to go but is informed by Cole she is going and to make it worse she is riding on his bike with him.
Sage has noticed Cratos at the club though hid from him when he is there though soon he gets his hands on her.
Cratos knows who she is however Sage can not see him due to his attire at the club. When she finds out who he is she is mortified however she still has to go on the road trip.
This book was a fantastic read, fun and fullness steamy sex the chemistry between the two characters is off the charts. Along the way they discover things about each other and emotions grow I highly recommend this book.
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3,538 reviews80 followers
April 26, 2020
Sizzling Wild Ride!

WOW! This is another absolutely fantastic story that will captivate, enthral and entertain you from beginning to end! This story is a wild ride of intense chemistry, passion and eroticism! It may set your kindle on fire and most definitely melt your panties!

Sage is one feisty, fiery redhead that is looking for the right Dom to dominate her and give her what she needs. Cole is exactly what Sage needs. He’s sexy, dangerous, demanding and very dominating. He can melt your panties with just a look! The interactions these two have are witty, sexy, scorching hot and very passionate!

This story had me so captivated I couldn’t look away. I fell hopelessly in love with Sage and Cole. Their story had everything I needed and crave in a passionate love story!

Another phenomenal story by the amazing Linzi Basset. I’m ready for what ever she gives us next!
760 reviews7 followers
April 28, 2020
Damn! My heart is hammering, my throat is dry and my insides are in a positive turmoil! And I have only read about ¼ of this story. Linzi Basset knows exactly how to turn my inner cadences into a puddle of emotions. Sage and Cole are drawn to each other passionately, lustfully, sensually and erotically.

Cole is not only a Dom, but also the owner of the University where Sage teaches. When he discovers she is also into the BDSM lifestyle, he insists she accompany him and students on an educational road trip. She is a reluctant submissive, but he is an all-out Alpha Dom, who knows exactly what he wants. What can happen on a busy class road trip? How can Cole arrange to be her dominant and her Alpha boss?

I highly recommend this beautiful story in which two people, who thought they were destined to live alone, find a way to connect in all the areas of their life.
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422 reviews4 followers
April 23, 2020
Cole and Sage will set your reader on fire and scorch you where you sit! A quick read that has everything you have come to expect from this author: a drool-worthy, dominant lead - a sassy submissive to make it interesting - sizzling chemistry - a storyline with writing that makes reality disappear as you mentally sink into the pages - and at least one supporting character you will want to steal for yourself. While relatively short in length, I was emotionally caught up in the story and felt the sensual pull of the relationship alongside the pain and frustration when I couldn’t decide whether to hug or slap the characters. Another Linzi Basset winner - I’m ready for what comes next!
Profile Image for Rose Howse.
914 reviews15 followers
April 25, 2020
I loved this story as I've loved everything Linzi Basset writes. I liked how the relationship between the H and h evolves as they learn about each other during the class road trip. Cole is the Dom that Sage didn't know she needed and Cole gets to experience Sage as the submissive he's always wanted. The trip was eye opening, hot, sexy and so sweet at the same time. There are problems of course but the road to love is bumpy but not impossible to navigate. A definite 5 star read that will leave you satisfied but wanting more.
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236 reviews7 followers
April 27, 2020
I loved this from the start. The hot and steamy chemistry between Cole and Sage is amazing. I didn't want this to end. It captivated me and I wanted more. The heat and passion were off the charts. This makes me want to take a Road trip with a hot alpha male. Get your copy now as you will feel the heat burning off the pages as you read every word. I can't say enough about Road Trip. Lizi Basset has given us another delectable, sensational and amazing story. A must, must, must fiery read.
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688 reviews8 followers
April 29, 2020
Cole and Sage are absolutely amazing and fun characters. Linzi Basset has managed to outdo herself again. This story will melt your ereader, make you laugh and grind your teeth. Who doesn’t love a bad boy on a motorcycle that has a heart of gold. And Sage is one of those women you admire and can also relate to. Another must read by Ms. Basset!
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284 reviews1 follower
May 5, 2020
Wonderfully hot...Will keep on your toys. You'll definitely get all the feels with story. Who doesn't love a hot Dom on a motorcycle...Cole & Safe will make you gasp, hold your breathe...You'll want to put it down, but you won't be able to.
12 reviews
October 1, 2020
Road trip - Oh Yes

Another absolutely fantastic book from Linzi. I ride a Harley myself and my road trips were never as panty melting as this one. Must read and now onto book two of this series. 😈😈❤️🐾
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923 reviews4 followers
September 15, 2020
A truly excellent read

As usual Ms. Basset delivers a wonderful and engaging story . When Cole sees her walk into his BDSM club he knows that he will make her his.
778 reviews1 follower
April 23, 2021
Great story

This is a wonderful plot with great characters. It is a story well worth reading. Great author and now one of my favorites.
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994 reviews4 followers
May 17, 2021
Amazing

What a wonderful story. From the very first words until the end, it keeps you reading. The characters come to life.
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601 reviews48 followers
August 26, 2020
I am still swooning over Cole/Master Cratos & his focused & intense pursuit of Sage/Cinderella.
WHOA!
This one from Ms Basset is simply & beautifully heartwarming. No matter what Cole & Sage did, no matter where they were, Ms Basset wonderfully communicated the love they had (& hid) for each other. I felt, deeply, enthralled by their journey towards a potential lifetime relationship & my fingers were crossed that they would have a lifetime together, in love & in a loving D/s dynamic.
BOTH Cole & Sage were good people, likable, intelligent, sexy & without any hidden agendas. Cole knew who & what he wanted & decided to get that he was no longer going to hide his wants & desires for a D/s contract & potential life with the lovely Sage.
And Sage, having longed for & lusted after Cole for some time, dove into the deep end & signed the contract & was excited to be the person Cole wanted in his life forever.
And the weeks long motorcycle road trip was a perfect chance to explore each other's desires & compatibility.
I so love Ms Basset's writing. In this one I felt as though invited to share the lives of two people I wanted to learn about & be friends with. And I also felt I was being 'snuggled', the plot & characters, the words used, the writing style literally warmed my heart & made me smile. Made me happy & excited to continue reading. I didn't skip or want to skip or skim anything that was happening & I finished this one in one sitting because I did NOT want to stop until I knew how everything would turn out for Cole & Sage.
AND, it would not be a Linzi Basset story without sizzling steamy scenes that make the reader curl their toes & bite their lip. Hot is an inadequate word to apply to Cole & Sage's erotic scenarios the author unfurls for the reader. You can see in your mind the action detailed, hear the snap of leather & the slap of hands on flesh, how they revel in hugging each other simply because they enjoy the closeness of the contact.
A beautifully written, wonderfully heartwarming, superbly sizzling erotic romance I greatly enjoyed.
And will again, over & over & over . . . .
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472 reviews16 followers
June 9, 2020
Linzi exceeds my expectations every time. This steamy hot read will have you flipping the pages and wanting more. Cole and Sage are about to have a Road Trip neither will forget. Strap on your helmets because this is one ride you don’t want to miss.

5 Amazing Stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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