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Judging Julia
In this court, naughty little girls can plead their case, but Daddy’s judgment is final…
Julia Simmons is a pariah. Her behavior at Rawhide Ranch has cost her the job and the man she loved, and her future as a chef hangs by a thread.
Which is where Owen Coulson comes in.
As far as Owen is concerned, there is nothing better than having a naughty brat over his knee getting the sore, red bottom she deserves. And he’s never met anyone more deserving than the beautiful woman who storms into his office, demanding his help in suing her former employer.
But there’s more to this defiant, snarky little girl than meets the eye, and he’s determined to get to the bottom of her behavior. Even if it means forcing her to face the one person she’s mistreated the most — herself.
Julia Simmons is a pariah. Her behavior at Rawhide Ranch has cost her the job and the man she loved, and her future as a chef hangs by a thread.
Which is where Owen Coulson comes in.
As far as Owen is concerned, there is nothing better than having a naughty brat over his knee getting the sore, red bottom she deserves. And he’s never met anyone more deserving than the beautiful woman who storms into his office, demanding his help in suing her former employer.
But there’s more to this defiant, snarky little girl than meets the eye, and he’s determined to get to the bottom of her behavior. Even if it means forcing her to face the one person she’s mistreated the most — herself.
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172 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 7, 2022
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June 21, 2022
I got kind of sick of Owen shoving Julia's faults down her throat. He felt guilt at times because he knew he was taking it to any annoying level. I read Hayleigh's book and Julia wasn't handled well there was clearly something wrong.
June 24, 2022
ACCOUNTABILITY
The story is a spin-off from the Rawhide Ranch series and involves characters in Hayleigh's Little Halloween by this author. Julia worked at Rawhide Ranch alongside Chef Conner. She felt she was in love with him, but Conner's attention turned to Little Hayleigh after she arrived at Rawhide. The green-eyed monster came forth with Julia wreaking havoc and destruction for the Little's Halloween celebration. In the end, she is fired and kicked off Rawhide Ranch, losing her home and income due to her pettiness.
Julia is angry; she wants retribution and thinks she can bring it against Conner by filing a lawsuit against the ranch and sexual harassment charges against Conner. Now, she needs a letter of recommendation for a prestigious position she wants, which comes with stipulations. She must submit to Owen Coulson and accept his punishments and mandates for the weekend. He will grant her request along with a sincere apology to Chef Conner.
"I'm not a good girl. And I never will be."
The story's plot involves two adults, Julia and Owen, agreeing to a Daddy Dom-little girl weekend where she will submit to his authority, rules, and discipline. Since leaving Rawhide Ranch, she has been working in chain restaurant kitchens, not creating dishes she is trained for. She will learn that Owen is a Daddy, and he expects obedience and submission during the weekend. There is a love-angst relationship between them, and it comes with uncertainty for Julia. She is a submissive but claims not to be a Little, yet Owen sees her differently. What will happen when the weekend is near an end? Will Julia be able to accept her discipline, issue heartfelt, sincere apologies and get the letter she needs to move on with her life? Is Owen ready to give up on Julia, or can he convince her that they have something special between them?
Owen: I own you, little girl. Do you understand me?
Julia: Yes, Daddy.
Owen: By the time we leave in the morning, I expect you will have a much clearer picture of your place in this relationship.
Julia: We don't have a relationship!
Owen: You are mine, Julia, and it's about time you accepted it.
The story is an emotional roller-coaster ride of confusion and self-doubts for Julia. Owen is a man who sees more in her than she sees in herself. It will be a weekend of self-discovery, acceptance, forgiveness, and moving forward. It does have scenes of mild age play with a Daddy Dom and little girl relationship. There are multiple forms of discipline and intimacy scenes.
The story is a spin-off from the Rawhide Ranch series and involves characters in Hayleigh's Little Halloween by this author. Julia worked at Rawhide Ranch alongside Chef Conner. She felt she was in love with him, but Conner's attention turned to Little Hayleigh after she arrived at Rawhide. The green-eyed monster came forth with Julia wreaking havoc and destruction for the Little's Halloween celebration. In the end, she is fired and kicked off Rawhide Ranch, losing her home and income due to her pettiness.
Julia is angry; she wants retribution and thinks she can bring it against Conner by filing a lawsuit against the ranch and sexual harassment charges against Conner. Now, she needs a letter of recommendation for a prestigious position she wants, which comes with stipulations. She must submit to Owen Coulson and accept his punishments and mandates for the weekend. He will grant her request along with a sincere apology to Chef Conner.
"I'm not a good girl. And I never will be."
The story's plot involves two adults, Julia and Owen, agreeing to a Daddy Dom-little girl weekend where she will submit to his authority, rules, and discipline. Since leaving Rawhide Ranch, she has been working in chain restaurant kitchens, not creating dishes she is trained for. She will learn that Owen is a Daddy, and he expects obedience and submission during the weekend. There is a love-angst relationship between them, and it comes with uncertainty for Julia. She is a submissive but claims not to be a Little, yet Owen sees her differently. What will happen when the weekend is near an end? Will Julia be able to accept her discipline, issue heartfelt, sincere apologies and get the letter she needs to move on with her life? Is Owen ready to give up on Julia, or can he convince her that they have something special between them?
Owen: I own you, little girl. Do you understand me?
Julia: Yes, Daddy.
Owen: By the time we leave in the morning, I expect you will have a much clearer picture of your place in this relationship.
Julia: We don't have a relationship!
Owen: You are mine, Julia, and it's about time you accepted it.
The story is an emotional roller-coaster ride of confusion and self-doubts for Julia. Owen is a man who sees more in her than she sees in herself. It will be a weekend of self-discovery, acceptance, forgiveness, and moving forward. It does have scenes of mild age play with a Daddy Dom and little girl relationship. There are multiple forms of discipline and intimacy scenes.
June 7, 2022
We first met Julia in "Hayleig's little Halloween" when she was Connor's sous chef at Rawhide Ranch.
After being fired without a recommendation following her horrible behaviour, Julia agrees to to atone for her behaviour by submitting to Owen, her lawyer, for a weekend of being treated and punished as a Little.
Owen is determined to make Julia see the error of her way, but along the way he falls in love with her. It will take a very determined daddy to make Julia believe she is worthy of his love...
After deeply disliking Julia in "Hayleig's little Halloween", by the end of this story I found myself not only liking her but also cheering for her. Julia manages to redeem herself completely, and that is quite an accomplishment (as I previously hated her guts). This book was initially a short story that was part of the "Dirty Daddies 2021" Anthology, but it had been expended to a full length story with a very satisfying ending. Owen is an amazing daddy, and he's just the person Julia needs in her corner. He will make her atone for her past mistakes, but more than that, he will make her accept herself, warts and all.
This is a very good story and I was sad to reach "The End".
After being fired without a recommendation following her horrible behaviour, Julia agrees to to atone for her behaviour by submitting to Owen, her lawyer, for a weekend of being treated and punished as a Little.
Owen is determined to make Julia see the error of her way, but along the way he falls in love with her. It will take a very determined daddy to make Julia believe she is worthy of his love...
After deeply disliking Julia in "Hayleig's little Halloween", by the end of this story I found myself not only liking her but also cheering for her. Julia manages to redeem herself completely, and that is quite an accomplishment (as I previously hated her guts). This book was initially a short story that was part of the "Dirty Daddies 2021" Anthology, but it had been expended to a full length story with a very satisfying ending. Owen is an amazing daddy, and he's just the person Julia needs in her corner. He will make her atone for her past mistakes, but more than that, he will make her accept herself, warts and all.
This is a very good story and I was sad to reach "The End".
August 14, 2024
Daddy's babygirl
I loved this continuation story for Julia, showing her comeuppance for past deeds.
She is put through the wringer, and I went from feeling she deserved what she asks for to truly believing she is sorry for her actions. This is a great redemption tale.
You don't need to read the previous stories as the detail is filled in, but I'm sure you will go back and read them if you do read this first.
Owen is great. He fulfils his role beautifully and adds so much extra depth to a tale that could solely have been focused on Julia.
I love their dynamic and the bond that develops between them.
Julia is initially so focused on the outcome that she will do anything for that, that she loses sight of why she is doing this, and the bigger picture.
Owen keeps bringing her back to the truth and helps her see the light.
I loved this book, I love how it made me feel and the depth and detail of the characters.
I love this world, and this book helps complete multiple characters' stories.
I highly recommend this book, series, and author.
I loved this continuation story for Julia, showing her comeuppance for past deeds.
She is put through the wringer, and I went from feeling she deserved what she asks for to truly believing she is sorry for her actions. This is a great redemption tale.
You don't need to read the previous stories as the detail is filled in, but I'm sure you will go back and read them if you do read this first.
Owen is great. He fulfils his role beautifully and adds so much extra depth to a tale that could solely have been focused on Julia.
I love their dynamic and the bond that develops between them.
Julia is initially so focused on the outcome that she will do anything for that, that she loses sight of why she is doing this, and the bigger picture.
Owen keeps bringing her back to the truth and helps her see the light.
I loved this book, I love how it made me feel and the depth and detail of the characters.
I love this world, and this book helps complete multiple characters' stories.
I highly recommend this book, series, and author.
June 14, 2022
You’re not going to make me like Julia!!!!
Julia was so unbelievably mean to Hayleigh, that I didn’t want to like her. And then, to learn that she had tried to sue the Ranch and Connor, just made me hate her more. The reviews saying they liked her now, just made me want to read this book to prove them wrong. No way! She is evil incarnate.
OK, Stella, you did it. You proved me wrong. Julia has issues, duhhh. But Owen managed to work through all those issues and bring out a likable side. All of her trust issues, and self-doubt had to be worked through before she could like herself and allow anyone else close enough to like her. I’m so glad Owen didn’t give up on her and saw more than anyone else. It even seemed like Derek had given up on her and didn’t believe she could change.
This was a great story, on its own, but with the other books as a background, it was awesome. Loved every word!!!
Julia was so unbelievably mean to Hayleigh, that I didn’t want to like her. And then, to learn that she had tried to sue the Ranch and Connor, just made me hate her more. The reviews saying they liked her now, just made me want to read this book to prove them wrong. No way! She is evil incarnate.
OK, Stella, you did it. You proved me wrong. Julia has issues, duhhh. But Owen managed to work through all those issues and bring out a likable side. All of her trust issues, and self-doubt had to be worked through before she could like herself and allow anyone else close enough to like her. I’m so glad Owen didn’t give up on her and saw more than anyone else. It even seemed like Derek had given up on her and didn’t believe she could change.
This was a great story, on its own, but with the other books as a background, it was awesome. Loved every word!!!
June 7, 2022
This is a story that was released in the Dirty Daddies 2021 Anthology last year but..............Ms. Moore has "beefed" it up with more storyline and a new ending! In the original story from last year, I couldn't stand Julia and thought I was done with her. but no.....Stella Moore decided to tackle it by adding more content. In the new version, we finally get to see Julia in a new light and we get to see her through Owen's eyes. I loved it so much. Owen is good for Julia but I was wondering how everyone else would like her and if she could be fully redeemed! To find out you're just going to have to get the book to see. And even though I loved the original story, I like this one even better because we get to delve more into the issues that caused Julia to act like she did! Beautifully written, it will keep you turning pages.
June 7, 2022
Julia is such a mean, nasty character that I wanted to hate her. She agreed to a weekend-long punishment as penance for trying to destroy a man's life out of spite, and after being just awful to the other people at Rawhide Ranch, she just wasn't likable. That is, until I saw her through Owen's eyes. The lawyer and Daddy knew she was redeemable. In the end I just couldn't hate her. She hated herself enough for everyone.
This story was expanded quite a bit from the original, and it is better than ever. Owen and Julia are both strong characters, and he is just what she needs; he is alternately strong and tender with her. I loved that other characters from Rawhide Ranch made an appearance. This is well worth the one click, and I hope you enjoy it too.
I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
This story was expanded quite a bit from the original, and it is better than ever. Owen and Julia are both strong characters, and he is just what she needs; he is alternately strong and tender with her. I loved that other characters from Rawhide Ranch made an appearance. This is well worth the one click, and I hope you enjoy it too.
I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
June 8, 2022
I fell in love with this book, and these characters, right from the start 😍
Julia has found herself in serious trouble, her whole world has the potential to fall apart around her. And let’s be real, she’s done it to herself.
She cracked me up, but she also broke my heart, and I really felt for her. There is so much more to Julia than I expected, and I so enjoyed getting to know her and hear her side of everything. I loved her so much-despite some of the terrible things she’s done in the past.
Thankfully Owen is just the Daddy to fix Julia’s problems. He’s stern, sweet, charming, and I swooned with every page. He knows exactly how to push Julia and when she challenges him….😮💨🔥😮💨
This book is the absolute perfect mix of heat and sweet. There is so much heart to this book, and the spice is 💯🥵 If you enjoy Daddy books, one-click this one now - you won’t regret it.
Julia has found herself in serious trouble, her whole world has the potential to fall apart around her. And let’s be real, she’s done it to herself.
She cracked me up, but she also broke my heart, and I really felt for her. There is so much more to Julia than I expected, and I so enjoyed getting to know her and hear her side of everything. I loved her so much-despite some of the terrible things she’s done in the past.
Thankfully Owen is just the Daddy to fix Julia’s problems. He’s stern, sweet, charming, and I swooned with every page. He knows exactly how to push Julia and when she challenges him….😮💨🔥😮💨
This book is the absolute perfect mix of heat and sweet. There is so much heart to this book, and the spice is 💯🥵 If you enjoy Daddy books, one-click this one now - you won’t regret it.
June 9, 2022
From villain to victim to vindicated, that is the story arc for Julia Simmons. When she agrees to be the “little” to Owen’s “Daddy” for a weekend to secure a letter of recommendation from her former boss she goes through a catharsis that is both traumatic and terrific! What she ultimately learns about herself allows her to come to terms with her blossoming romantic relationship with Owen, despite the many difficult disciplinary sessions she endures. Her poor bottom is punished both inside and out! The story goes to the heart of what a little really can be with the right Daddy. An engrossing read that will draw you into the emotions and reward you with a truly satisfying HEA. . 5 enticingly erotic Stars.
I received and advance copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review.
I received and advance copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving my review.
June 8, 2022
Having not read Hayleigh’s Little Halloween I wasn't lost because Stella put enough of the situation in so it's clear what's going on. Julia agrees to a weekend of punishment and being Owen's little girl to get a letter of recommendation from the chef at Rawhide Ranch for her new job. Owen is Julia's lawyer and he knows there's a scared little girl under Julia's tough exterior. Owen is a daddy but Julia doesn't think she's a little. Through the punishments and the time they spend together over the few days they develop feelings for one another. Julia realizes she likes somethings about being little. When the weekend is over will Julia want to stay with her daddy?
Yay for chocolate syrup and whipped cream! 😉🥵
***received as an ARC from the author for leaving my honest review***
Yay for chocolate syrup and whipped cream! 😉🥵
***received as an ARC from the author for leaving my honest review***
June 11, 2022
I must admit, I HATED Julia after reading Hayleigh's Little Halloween. There was no way this author could redeem this villainess. I was so wrong. I liked this story when it was a novella in a previously available anthology. This expanded version made me fall completely in love. Julia places herself in Owens hands to get what she needs, a recommendation letter. What she finds is more than she ever expected. This expanded version gives us so much more insight into Julia's head, why she did what she did and how she grows as a person. Thank you Stella Moore for giving us this amazing redemption story with a HEA for Julia.
I received a copy of this book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting this honest and unbiased review.
I received a copy of this book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting this honest and unbiased review.
June 15, 2022
The origin of this book came from Hayleigh's Little Halloween. The author expanded the mention into a novella that was in the Dirty Daddies 2021 anthology. I loved the novella and I was very happy to learn that the author has expanded this story again into a book.
Julia has come to Owen's home to be punished and forgiven for her role in bullying Hayleigh and others at Rawhide Ranch and so she can get a letter of recommendation from Connor so she can get a job as a chef. But things go differently than Julia expects and she decides that she must do something more extreme to pay her dues. Owen and Julia have a HEA and it was a joy to read their journey.
I received an advance copy from the author and this is my honest review.
Julia has come to Owen's home to be punished and forgiven for her role in bullying Hayleigh and others at Rawhide Ranch and so she can get a letter of recommendation from Connor so she can get a job as a chef. But things go differently than Julia expects and she decides that she must do something more extreme to pay her dues. Owen and Julia have a HEA and it was a joy to read their journey.
I received an advance copy from the author and this is my honest review.
July 18, 2022
A story that really touched me
Wow! What can I say? This story really touched me. I remember when Julia was the chef at the Rawhide Ranch and how she treated Hayleigh and Connor. But what she goes through in this book really tore my heart apart for her. I absolutely love how Stella Moore wrote about her change of heart and her real sorrow for the pain she caused those at the Rawhide Ranch. Very well written story, I laughed and cried with Julia and celebrated her happily ever after.
I am voluntarily leaving my review for this book and this is my honest and fair opinion.
Wow! What can I say? This story really touched me. I remember when Julia was the chef at the Rawhide Ranch and how she treated Hayleigh and Connor. But what she goes through in this book really tore my heart apart for her. I absolutely love how Stella Moore wrote about her change of heart and her real sorrow for the pain she caused those at the Rawhide Ranch. Very well written story, I laughed and cried with Julia and celebrated her happily ever after.
I am voluntarily leaving my review for this book and this is my honest and fair opinion.
July 21, 2022
I read this story as part of an anthology and am so glad to read the expanded version. I can say that after reading Hayleigh's book in Rawhide Ranch I was worried about reading Julia's story but I really feel like Stella Moore did an excellent job of explaining Julia and giving her such a good story. I loved her with Owen. I liked the way their relationship starts and how much Julia really needed a daddy. I would definitely recommend her story.
I received an ARC and am leaving my honest and voluntary review.
I received an ARC and am leaving my honest and voluntary review.
August 14, 2024
Julia makes amends
Julia hired Owen to get revenge on Chef Connor, Derek and Rawhide Ranch. Owen was ready for a fight until he called Derek and found out Julia lied to him; that she was the one who caused all the hurt and chaos. Now to get a letter of recommendation to get her dream chef Job; she agreed to be Owen’s little girl for the weekend & be punished for the pain she caused, at the same time Owen wants to break down her walls So she can heal move on to be his baby girl.
Julia hired Owen to get revenge on Chef Connor, Derek and Rawhide Ranch. Owen was ready for a fight until he called Derek and found out Julia lied to him; that she was the one who caused all the hurt and chaos. Now to get a letter of recommendation to get her dream chef Job; she agreed to be Owen’s little girl for the weekend & be punished for the pain she caused, at the same time Owen wants to break down her walls So she can heal move on to be his baby girl.
June 9, 2022
Julia needs a reference in order to get her dream job. However, her past may get in the way. Owen offers Julia an opportunity to attone for her past actions. But, he truly wants to find out why she did it. Will Julia be able to open up about her feelings? Will Owen be able to Julia what love is? Will Julia let Owen and the others forgive her and allow her to reach her dreams? This story is a great story about finding what's inside and what you truly deserve.
June 11, 2022
Judging Julia is a spin-off of the Rawhide Ranch series. This is a quick, spicy story that is about Julia and her paying penance for the havoc she caused in Hayleigh and Connors book. Julia is snarky and unremorseful for her actions but Owen will set her straight soon enough. Owen and Julia are fire together! This is a great addition to the Rawhide Ranch and I hope we get more stories from side characters!
June 12, 2022
I loved this one. Poor hurt Julia, she is her own worst enemy. I have to admit that I felt sorry for her. Protective Daddy dominant Owen is just what she needs. I enjoyed the interaction between them. There is lots of discipline in this well written story. This story will take the reader on a rollercoaster of emotions. I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy of this book and I highly recommend it. This is a very enjoyable page-turner.
November 19, 2022
Judging Julia by Stella Moore – Owen takes it upon himself to figure out why Chef Julia takes a header off the rails and starts terrorizing her coworkers. And as he peels back her layers of confession like the lawyer he is, he finds some answers he didn’t even know he was looking for. Poor Julia deserves her HEA! Happy Reading!
June 11, 2022
Just wow
My first Daddy book. I wasn't sure if I would be into it due to some triggers. But I couldn't put it down. Finished in a day. Realized I may just have found a new kink. Thank you a ton Stella Moore. Btw found you on Facebook in a group. You are fantastic! Good girl.
My first Daddy book. I wasn't sure if I would be into it due to some triggers. But I couldn't put it down. Finished in a day. Realized I may just have found a new kink. Thank you a ton Stella Moore. Btw found you on Facebook in a group. You are fantastic! Good girl.
June 13, 2022
Awesome
I loved this story. Julia had to work through lot to get to where she needed to be. Everything about this story was amazing. Thank you for this story that I was able to relate to I so many ways. 💗
I loved this story. Julia had to work through lot to get to where she needed to be. Everything about this story was amazing. Thank you for this story that I was able to relate to I so many ways. 💗
June 18, 2022
reform
Julia was sent to Owen so he could help her and find out why she acted out the way she did.
Great story and great characters.
Nice having a story showing how breaking down a person and building them back up to a better perso
Julia was sent to Owen so he could help her and find out why she acted out the way she did.
Great story and great characters.
Nice having a story showing how breaking down a person and building them back up to a better perso
July 11, 2022
Loved it...
A super read in a completely different manner...Owen has the wonderful job of punishing Julia...not so wonderful for her...but the journey they go on to find love is so worth it.
A super read in a completely different manner...Owen has the wonderful job of punishing Julia...not so wonderful for her...but the journey they go on to find love is so worth it.
July 19, 2022
Great redemption story for Julia. I really hated her in Hayleigh's Little Halloween and at the beginning of this story. It isn't until she realizes what she did that the character really came to life and took responsibility for what she did. Great read.
July 23, 2022
Julia and Owen
This is a good, well written, DD/lg romance. The story starts is introduced in Hayleigh’s Little Halloween, but can be read on it’s own. Thee characters are well developed, interesting, and by the end lovable. Read and enjoy.
This is a good, well written, DD/lg romance. The story starts is introduced in Hayleigh’s Little Halloween, but can be read on it’s own. Thee characters are well developed, interesting, and by the end lovable. Read and enjoy.
November 11, 2023
Was sorrowful & interesting... she’s a tough nut to crack but kudos to Owen!! 🥦🥦🥦 But I do agree with Julia that wasn’t right the “Littles” do their pranks, get a spanking, but the staff have to do/RE-DO all the work & clean-up, even Julia needed an attitude adjustment 😉
Want to Read
August 20, 2025Expanded from a short story of the same name originally published in Dirty Daddies: 2021 Anniversary Anthology.
June 8, 2022
Story missing pages
I would love to give this book 5 stars but it has to many missing pages. I would love to read a complete story.
I would love to give this book 5 stars but it has to many missing pages. I would love to read a complete story.
June 8, 2022
Julia Julia Julia
Poor Julia just needs to be loved. Sweet smexy story with loads of hawt times. Glad to see Julia get her HEA
Poor Julia just needs to be loved. Sweet smexy story with loads of hawt times. Glad to see Julia get her HEA
April 21, 2023
Amazing
I love the Rawhide Ranch series and this spinoff is rightfully just as amazing as the rest of them are.
I love the Rawhide Ranch series and this spinoff is rightfully just as amazing as the rest of them are.
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