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A Little Life #1-4
A Little Life : Books 1-4 Boxset
Katie has everything. A handsome husband, who doubles as her strict, but fun-loving Daddy.And two of the best friends a Little girl could ask for in her Auntie Rose and Uncle Keith.It’s all pretty perfect, if you ask her.But perfect doesn’t last forever. When her world seems to spiral out of control, Katie must choose between closing herself off from her little family, or letting them love her harder than they ever have before.And if she’s willing to open her heart again, she might just find that a Little trust goes a long way.* A Little Life saga includes Books 1-4 in the Little Life A Little Truth, A little Healing, A little Forever, and A Little Adventure
753 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 12, 2021
About the author
Allie Belle
39 books1,029 followersTucked in the countryside with her family and numerous stuffies, Allie Belle writes the stories she has always wanted to read. She loves the idea of being a Little to a strong, stern Daddy and explores the dynamic in every way she can.
When not writing, you can find her snuggled under her princess blanket with her kindle or watching trashy reality TV.
When not writing, you can find her snuggled under her princess blanket with her kindle or watching trashy reality TV.
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March 7, 2024
I've read all these books separately and I really love the series. It's eonderful the author is putting them together now.
A Little Truth 5*
Rose and Keith have been trying to get pregnant and not succeeding. They are both stressed and Keith decides that they need to reconnect. So they go to Rawhide Ranch, which is a BDSM resort. When they get there, Rose is uncomfortable. She doesn't want to be a school girl or a Little of any kind. But Derek, the owner of the resort, knows what she needs. There is discipline and some dungeon play. I enjoyed this new version of an old story and there is a lot of new material.
A Little Healing 5*
This is the second book in the Little Life series. We met Katie in the first book. She has Rose and Keith as Aunt and Uncle, but her husband Mark is her daddy. She has a full adult life, but de-stresses as a Little. After tragedy strikes, she depends on Rose and Keith even more to support her as both a Little and an adult.
This author does a great job making you feel the joy and sadness that Katie experiences. I had to use several tissues! But, there is a HFN ending and a hope for new happiness in the next book.
A Little Forever 5*
Katie is still living with Rose and Keith. She is taking care of Noah and trying to get back to her Little side. She is also dating Jeff. He eventually finds out about her Little side and Katie explains it to him. He accepts it and works to become her daddy.
I loved this story. Katie is scared to try again and Jeff goes as slowly as she needs. It is a wonderful story. Allie Belle does a great job explaining and storytelling this amazing ageplay relationship.
A Little Adventure 5*
This book has all the feels! Katie is overwhelmed with her job, being a mother, being a wife. She isn't able to be a Little too. Rose, Keith and Jeff want to help her, so they arrange for Katie to go to camp at Rawhide Ranch. Katie is overwhelmed with all the Littles and she is jealous of Auntie Rose being a Big to the other Littles. She gets into trouble and is punished, a lot. But everything does get worked out and Katie can finally relax into her Little.
A Little Truth 5*
Rose and Keith have been trying to get pregnant and not succeeding. They are both stressed and Keith decides that they need to reconnect. So they go to Rawhide Ranch, which is a BDSM resort. When they get there, Rose is uncomfortable. She doesn't want to be a school girl or a Little of any kind. But Derek, the owner of the resort, knows what she needs. There is discipline and some dungeon play. I enjoyed this new version of an old story and there is a lot of new material.
A Little Healing 5*
This is the second book in the Little Life series. We met Katie in the first book. She has Rose and Keith as Aunt and Uncle, but her husband Mark is her daddy. She has a full adult life, but de-stresses as a Little. After tragedy strikes, she depends on Rose and Keith even more to support her as both a Little and an adult.
This author does a great job making you feel the joy and sadness that Katie experiences. I had to use several tissues! But, there is a HFN ending and a hope for new happiness in the next book.
A Little Forever 5*
Katie is still living with Rose and Keith. She is taking care of Noah and trying to get back to her Little side. She is also dating Jeff. He eventually finds out about her Little side and Katie explains it to him. He accepts it and works to become her daddy.
I loved this story. Katie is scared to try again and Jeff goes as slowly as she needs. It is a wonderful story. Allie Belle does a great job explaining and storytelling this amazing ageplay relationship.
A Little Adventure 5*
This book has all the feels! Katie is overwhelmed with her job, being a mother, being a wife. She isn't able to be a Little too. Rose, Keith and Jeff want to help her, so they arrange for Katie to go to camp at Rawhide Ranch. Katie is overwhelmed with all the Littles and she is jealous of Auntie Rose being a Big to the other Littles. She gets into trouble and is punished, a lot. But everything does get worked out and Katie can finally relax into her Little.
March 11, 2024
An excellent collection that is hard to put down.
There are a lot of 'feels' to these stories. They encompass a lot of familiar emotions as these characters become a family.
A Little Truth - An intriguing front row view as Rawhide Ranch once again works it's magic. Rose takes us along on her journey of rediscovery, through the highs and lows of personal insecurities, to achieving what she never knew she needed.
I really enjoyed this book. The open communication and personal growth achieved by both Keith and Rose made for an engaging read.
A Little Healing - Even though I knew from the blurb that ‘tragedy was going to strike’, I was still not prepared for Katie’s idyllic lifestyle to change. It totally captured my attention as the author wound her magic creating a positive outlook from a completely devastating event.
Although this was definitely an age play story, the HFN portrayed was thoughtfully achieved and it was intriguing to see how Katelyn aka Katie healed.
A Little Forever - A Daddy Dom in the making, Jeff is perfect. I was thrilled to find out that Katie was not rushing into anything, that there was considerable time and effort given to blending the Big and Little sides into a new relationship and that Jeff actually had to learn what it was to be a Daddy Dom. Real concerns were dealt with and supported by Keith and Rose, Katie learns how to love again.
Of course, there is a lot of humour as Katie lets her Little play. A fitting HEA to make you smile.
A Little Adventure - An interesting and pleasurable vacation at Rawhide Ranch, debuting the new Summer Camp. Katie needs time to be Little to relieve her real life stress, her extended family is only too eager to enjoy her youthful and playful side as all could use a break.
A fascinating yet simplistic support system of punishment and forgiveness with cuddles to keep Katie balanced and all connected. Rose also utilizes a unique stress relief mechanism when things become overwhelming. Amusing, yet a comprehensive peek into aspects of their relationship.
There are a lot of 'feels' to these stories. They encompass a lot of familiar emotions as these characters become a family.
A Little Truth - An intriguing front row view as Rawhide Ranch once again works it's magic. Rose takes us along on her journey of rediscovery, through the highs and lows of personal insecurities, to achieving what she never knew she needed.
I really enjoyed this book. The open communication and personal growth achieved by both Keith and Rose made for an engaging read.
A Little Healing - Even though I knew from the blurb that ‘tragedy was going to strike’, I was still not prepared for Katie’s idyllic lifestyle to change. It totally captured my attention as the author wound her magic creating a positive outlook from a completely devastating event.
Although this was definitely an age play story, the HFN portrayed was thoughtfully achieved and it was intriguing to see how Katelyn aka Katie healed.
A Little Forever - A Daddy Dom in the making, Jeff is perfect. I was thrilled to find out that Katie was not rushing into anything, that there was considerable time and effort given to blending the Big and Little sides into a new relationship and that Jeff actually had to learn what it was to be a Daddy Dom. Real concerns were dealt with and supported by Keith and Rose, Katie learns how to love again.
Of course, there is a lot of humour as Katie lets her Little play. A fitting HEA to make you smile.
A Little Adventure - An interesting and pleasurable vacation at Rawhide Ranch, debuting the new Summer Camp. Katie needs time to be Little to relieve her real life stress, her extended family is only too eager to enjoy her youthful and playful side as all could use a break.
A fascinating yet simplistic support system of punishment and forgiveness with cuddles to keep Katie balanced and all connected. Rose also utilizes a unique stress relief mechanism when things become overwhelming. Amusing, yet a comprehensive peek into aspects of their relationship.
July 20, 2024
A captivating selection of books that I thoroughly enjoyed reading and reviewing
A Little Truth – BK 1 [5 Stars]
This story is based around Rose and Keith and it is all about the pair trying to have a baby but unfortunately not succeeding. They are both under a lot of pressure and they know that they have to reconnect so they plan a visit to Rawhide ranch.
They are guided by the owner who suggests what he believed Rose needed so that she could get back on the clam and comfortable front she needed.
A Little Healing – BK 2 [5 Stars]
This book is based around Katie who was also in the first book and you will see that she regards both Keith and Rose as an Aunt and Uncle, she is married to Mark and loves him more than life and he is also her Daddy which is a very important role in her life.
Rose lives a fully adult life during the day but when she is under pressure or when she needs to relax she reverts to her little which allows her to gain the internal support she requires.
A Little Forever – BK 3 [BK 5]
Katie is living with Rose and Keith an has been caring for Noah and is struggling to return to her ittle side that makes such a huge difference to her life. Jeff is able to find out about her little side and Katie explains her feelings to him and he is determined to do all he can to help her including becoming her daddy.
A Little Forever – BK 4 [BK 5]
This is another simply wonderful read that will hold you attention in full and I guarantee that you will be totally captivated by this wonderful read. Katie is not able to find her Little and Rose and Keith and Jeff are determined that she is going to help her find her inner Little.
They go on a trip to Rawhide Ranch and Katie is determined that he along with all of the other Littles will be able help her. This is a wonderful read and I guarantee that you will thoroughly enjoy reading this wonderful book.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
A Little Truth – BK 1 [5 Stars]
This story is based around Rose and Keith and it is all about the pair trying to have a baby but unfortunately not succeeding. They are both under a lot of pressure and they know that they have to reconnect so they plan a visit to Rawhide ranch.
They are guided by the owner who suggests what he believed Rose needed so that she could get back on the clam and comfortable front she needed.
A Little Healing – BK 2 [5 Stars]
This book is based around Katie who was also in the first book and you will see that she regards both Keith and Rose as an Aunt and Uncle, she is married to Mark and loves him more than life and he is also her Daddy which is a very important role in her life.
Rose lives a fully adult life during the day but when she is under pressure or when she needs to relax she reverts to her little which allows her to gain the internal support she requires.
A Little Forever – BK 3 [BK 5]
Katie is living with Rose and Keith an has been caring for Noah and is struggling to return to her ittle side that makes such a huge difference to her life. Jeff is able to find out about her little side and Katie explains her feelings to him and he is determined to do all he can to help her including becoming her daddy.
A Little Forever – BK 4 [BK 5]
This is another simply wonderful read that will hold you attention in full and I guarantee that you will be totally captivated by this wonderful read. Katie is not able to find her Little and Rose and Keith and Jeff are determined that she is going to help her find her inner Little.
They go on a trip to Rawhide Ranch and Katie is determined that he along with all of the other Littles will be able help her. This is a wonderful read and I guarantee that you will thoroughly enjoy reading this wonderful book.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
March 6, 2024
#1
Rose and Keith have been struggling to have a baby and it's breaking her apart. They have put their D/s dynamic on the back burner a bit and now that Keith's eyes are open, he's putting his foot down.
They embark on a getaway to a BDSM Resort, Rawhide Ranch, and it is extremely eye opening!
I absolutely love the growth between Rose and Keith. She explores her caregiver side and Keith is right there rooting her on. The love and support is so heartwarming.
#2
Katie and Mark are just adorable together. He loves her Little side and she needs her Daddy. Keith and Rose are their closest friends, they are a tightknit family of their own. Tragedy strikes and Katie learns that family will always be there for you.
I was warned that this book was gonna make me cry and boy did it ever! I balled my eyes out for a good 75%, but it was totally worth it!
#3
I loved the first book and now this one was just icing on the cake...or rather, sprinkles on the ice cream!
#4
Katie and her family get to have summer camp!!!
We get to see Katie with her Daddy Jeff, Uncle Keith and Auntie Rose. She gets to enjoy the Ranch and have all kinds of summer camp fun for a few days. She gets to meet Derek and Sadie too. And we end up seeing a side of Katie that I didn't think was possible!
Katie has the best adventure ever!
Rose and Keith have been struggling to have a baby and it's breaking her apart. They have put their D/s dynamic on the back burner a bit and now that Keith's eyes are open, he's putting his foot down.
They embark on a getaway to a BDSM Resort, Rawhide Ranch, and it is extremely eye opening!
I absolutely love the growth between Rose and Keith. She explores her caregiver side and Keith is right there rooting her on. The love and support is so heartwarming.
#2
Katie and Mark are just adorable together. He loves her Little side and she needs her Daddy. Keith and Rose are their closest friends, they are a tightknit family of their own. Tragedy strikes and Katie learns that family will always be there for you.
I was warned that this book was gonna make me cry and boy did it ever! I balled my eyes out for a good 75%, but it was totally worth it!
#3
I loved the first book and now this one was just icing on the cake...or rather, sprinkles on the ice cream!
#4
Katie and her family get to have summer camp!!!
We get to see Katie with her Daddy Jeff, Uncle Keith and Auntie Rose. She gets to enjoy the Ranch and have all kinds of summer camp fun for a few days. She gets to meet Derek and Sadie too. And we end up seeing a side of Katie that I didn't think was possible!
Katie has the best adventure ever!
April 14, 2024
I read the four books in this series and rated them individually as 4, 3, 3, and 2 stars in order. Unfortunately, the overall set gets 2 stars because the spankings just got more brutal and unrealistic. You cannot give someone over 100 hand slaps plus wooden spoon smacks plus belt slaps plus paddle slaps without causing an incredibly sore bottom. Then expect the Little to take it again only a few hours later. In real life, Katie wouldn't be able to sit especially by book four. Her Uncle, Daddy and especially her Auntie manipulate her into misbehaving just so that she can be punished. This storyline had so much potential with three Bigs available to provide Little Katie with a lot of love and care, but her marriage is barely a part of the later books. Her Daddy/Little girl relationship is practically nonexistent except for the punishments she received from him. I like my Daddy Dom stories mostly for the loving care in these relationships. That's just not part of the relationships in this book no matter how much the author says it is. Actions speak louder than words and there are a lot more swats than hugs or kisses. I am not reading any more books with these characters.
March 22, 2024
This boxset contains the first four books of Rose, Keith and Katie's story. Their story is absolutely packed with emotion. It was easy to become invested in these three.
A Little Healing
This is an emotional rollercoaster of a read that will keep you coming back for more. This is a sweet, heartwarming read that tells an amazing and beautiful story. This is an incredible DD/lg romance that I cannot wait to read the next book in the series.
A Little Forever
This is a moving second part of Katie's story. I wasn't able to put this book down. It is very well written story that is heartwarming. I love the family dynamics in this read. This is a story of trust, love, new love, romance, and commitment. I really love the open conversations and the fantastic dialogue. This is another emotional rollarcoaster in Katie's story
A Little Adventure
This is an incredible addition to Katie's story. There is so many feels that provides an emotional rollercoaster. This is a fun read with is beautifully written with an amazing sense of family.
A Little Healing
This is an emotional rollercoaster of a read that will keep you coming back for more. This is a sweet, heartwarming read that tells an amazing and beautiful story. This is an incredible DD/lg romance that I cannot wait to read the next book in the series.
A Little Forever
This is a moving second part of Katie's story. I wasn't able to put this book down. It is very well written story that is heartwarming. I love the family dynamics in this read. This is a story of trust, love, new love, romance, and commitment. I really love the open conversations and the fantastic dialogue. This is another emotional rollarcoaster in Katie's story
A Little Adventure
This is an incredible addition to Katie's story. There is so many feels that provides an emotional rollercoaster. This is a fun read with is beautifully written with an amazing sense of family.
April 10, 2024
A little truth - Rose and Keith are both struggling with infertility. Years of trying have left them both feeling lost and that that is all their life now is. When a friend suggests a trip to Rawhide Ranch to rest their relationship, neither knows what to expect or how it will fundamentally change their lives.
This is a beautiful story of growth, learning, and accepting who you truly are.
Beautifully written with great character dynamics.
A little healing - this story follows on from book one and is based around Katie and Mark. Rose and Keith are an integral part of the story as their world meet.
Katie and Mark have a wonderful life. It is all Katie ever wanted. Until life takes a cruel turn and she finds herself alone. Rose and Keith step in and support and nurture Katie through the pain. Throw in a beautiful suprise and this story gives a captivating and engaging read.
I loved the continuing story of this family and look forward to more.
I love this box set and highly recommend it and the author
This is a beautiful story of growth, learning, and accepting who you truly are.
Beautifully written with great character dynamics.
A little healing - this story follows on from book one and is based around Katie and Mark. Rose and Keith are an integral part of the story as their world meet.
Katie and Mark have a wonderful life. It is all Katie ever wanted. Until life takes a cruel turn and she finds herself alone. Rose and Keith step in and support and nurture Katie through the pain. Throw in a beautiful suprise and this story gives a captivating and engaging read.
I loved the continuing story of this family and look forward to more.
I love this box set and highly recommend it and the author
March 15, 2024
This series fallows Rose, Kieth, and Katie. The first story is mostly about Rose and Kieth. My heart broke for the pain they were feeling, but I found joy in the way they were able to reconnect and find new ways of finding their family. The second story is where we really dive into Katie and it's even more heartbreaking. It also progresses to a happy ending where everyone seems to have found their place. The next book follows how dynamics change over time, how people grow and move on, and all the drama that can go along with it. The final story brings us a wedding and all the transitions that come with that. The relationships between Katie, Rose, and Kieth change over time and I really like how those changes are handled. This may not be the family that Rose and Kieth planned on having, but it is a family.
If you like a story with heartbreak, tenderness, character growth, relationship growth, and love them you'll love this set.
If you like a story with heartbreak, tenderness, character growth, relationship growth, and love them you'll love this set.
March 5, 2024
This collection of stories is not for everybody, but if you are into the BDSM genre, then you will be able to understand why these books are as good as any other you’ll find on the shelf. I really enjoyed reading the stories, I laughed with the characters, and I also cried alongside them. There is spanking, punishments, and other forms of physical correction. These types of stories are not everybody’s cup of tea, but there are people who do enjoy them, and they know what they are reading when they embark on exploring these stories. If spankings and the cane are not to your liking, then do not pick up this book. I did enjoy reading the stories and I look forward to many more from this fantastic Author.
I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.
I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.
March 20, 2024
A Little Truth - Rose and Keith go to Rawhide Ranch to ease the stress of not being able to have a child. This sets up Rose realising she needs to be a Mommy as well as a submissive to her husband Keith.
A Little Healing - Enter Katelyn; who becomes Rose's Little girl, a successful CEO, who is Little. Allie Belle handles a tragic event in Katie's life beautifully wne we see Katelyn starting to heal. Loved Mark's visits.
A Little Forever - Enter Jeff and the beginning of his DD journey. Kate is slow in her progress of romance which is nice. Jeff is a natural father. Auntie and Uncle keep Katie grounded throughout.
A Little Adventure - We are back at Rawhide Ranch for a camping summer camp which helps bring everyone just what they need.
Great set of stories, can't wait for the rest.
A Little Healing - Enter Katelyn; who becomes Rose's Little girl, a successful CEO, who is Little. Allie Belle handles a tragic event in Katie's life beautifully wne we see Katelyn starting to heal. Loved Mark's visits.
A Little Forever - Enter Jeff and the beginning of his DD journey. Kate is slow in her progress of romance which is nice. Jeff is a natural father. Auntie and Uncle keep Katie grounded throughout.
A Little Adventure - We are back at Rawhide Ranch for a camping summer camp which helps bring everyone just what they need.
Great set of stories, can't wait for the rest.
March 23, 2024
This series will have you feeling all the feels from the sweetest moments to the most tragic, heart breaking one's. This set focuses on Katie's journey with her Auntie Rose and Uncle Keith, two people very dear to her. This is a journey about love, loss, healing, and finding your true self as they all grow and learn. From book 1 you won't want to stop until end of book 4. The author does a great job entwining each into the next. She really makes you feel every emotion the characters feel. You'll be wanting more for sure!
March 19, 2024
I had previously enjoyed reading each of the books in this collection on their own, but finding them in a collection just made it all the better. We see how Rose, Kieth, and Katie and their relationships grow and develop over time and how much they all need one another, but be aware that plenty of tears will flow as you make your way through the stories. A wonderful collection and a book I did not want to put down. And... we also get to visit Rawhide Ranch!
March 7, 2024
I adored this boxset! If you love BDSM and DDLG you will love this set as well. I learned so much about Rawhide Ranch and it's origin. This set will make you both laugh and cry as well.
Fantastic collection and Must read if you are a Rawhide Ranch fan!
I received a advanced readers copy for free and am leaving a honest voluntary review.
Fantastic collection and Must read if you are a Rawhide Ranch fan!
I received a advanced readers copy for free and am leaving a honest voluntary review.
April 8, 2024
I loved reading this amazing collection of age play stories as Katie, Rose, Keith and finally Jeff go through many challenges on their way to developing their unique family. There are lots of emotions as well as many twists and turns through out the tales. A great way to read this entertaining story with a few stories in one collection. This is my honest opinion.
March 9, 2024
This is such a great way to grab the first four books in this intriguing series. If you are a BDSM and DDLG fan I really think you will enjoy this series. Steamy, sweet, fun and emotional, these books were a delight to read, and I look forward to continuing the series ASAP!
March 18, 2024
If you're curious about DD/lg, this book set might just be for you! This includes the first 4 books in this series and follows Katie, Auntie Rose and Uncle Keith. Each story is good and it's nice to be able to have them all in this so you can just keep reading........and you will keep reading!
May 1, 2022
A little life
Too much pain was administered. Switches, belts go beyond what anybody should be given. The length of the beatings were way too much also.
Too much pain was administered. Switches, belts go beyond what anybody should be given. The length of the beatings were way too much also.
July 12, 2024
This series is awesome and through it we witness a little’s journey in finding herself and loss and finding love. I can’t wait for more
March 18, 2024
When I discover a new author my favorite thing is to binge all the stories in a series. This boxset gives you books 1-4 in one shot. Katie is a sweet little girl who is lucky enough to have not only a daddy, but a wonderful aunt and uncle as well. Book one actual focuses more on Keith and Rose, especially as Rose discovers the role of caregiver. Book two was a heartbreaker so just be prepared. Book three is a nice transitional book, with Katie figuring out her new normal, but also trying to figure out if she can have more. I think this was my favorite book in the set. Book four is a Rawhide Ranch crossover and I'm here for it. YES! We love RR and Katie's little family just fits right in.
March 5, 2024
Loved all of the books for the most part. Here and there, it really annoyed me enough that I had to stop reading for a while to calm down.
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