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Captive
Captive Series: The Complete Collection
The complete Captive Series by USA Today bestselling author Julia Sykes, available in one collection for the first time!
He'll do all the dark things necessary to keep her forever—even if that means holding her captive...
The sadistic, dominant drug lord will do anything to possess the woman who has become his obsession.
He will kill to claim her.
He will viciously eliminate any threat to protect her.
He jealously guards what's his, including the woman he loves.
He'll do whatever it takes to keep her for himself, ruthlessly seducing her in the most deviant ways.
No matter the cost, she will be his.
One-click this box set for seven deliciously dark romances with deviant steamy scenes, domineering antiheroes, innocent heroines, enemies to lovers vibes, second chance romance, and capture fantasy!
He'll do all the dark things necessary to keep her forever—even if that means holding her captive...
The sadistic, dominant drug lord will do anything to possess the woman who has become his obsession.
He will kill to claim her.
He will viciously eliminate any threat to protect her.
He jealously guards what's his, including the woman he loves.
He'll do whatever it takes to keep her for himself, ruthlessly seducing her in the most deviant ways.
No matter the cost, she will be his.
One-click this box set for seven deliciously dark romances with deviant steamy scenes, domineering antiheroes, innocent heroines, enemies to lovers vibes, second chance romance, and capture fantasy!
1767 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 18, 2022
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About the author
Julia Sykes
137 books2,014 followersJulia Sykes is a USA Today bestselling author of edgy, emotional romance. When she's not writing, she's usually reading.
Other than reading, her obsessions include iced coffee, unicorns, charcuterie, aged Manchego cheese (or any cheese, really), and fancy dresses.
An American expat, Julia now lives in her adopted, beloved home of York, England. Most days, you can find her wandering the cobbled streets and daydreaming about her next novel.
Other than reading, her obsessions include iced coffee, unicorns, charcuterie, aged Manchego cheese (or any cheese, really), and fancy dresses.
An American expat, Julia now lives in her adopted, beloved home of York, England. Most days, you can find her wandering the cobbled streets and daydreaming about her next novel.
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June 2, 2024
Dark, twisted, Dominating, Tortured Souls
7 books of Dark and dominating stories. Each on more in-depth than the one prior.
Andres and Samantha- opposites the criminal and the LEO
Adrían and Valentina-young love torn apart
Matteo and Sofia-longing from afar
Stefano and Carmen- enemies
Raul and Marisol-the protector keeping her safe
Sebastian and Isabel- age gap forced arranged marriage
The first 2 books are Andres and Samantha her POV then his POV. Each book is tied to the one prior and the stories intertwine. Cartels from Columbia to California and Mexico.
Very spicy 5/5
Action 5/5
Banter 3/5
Triggers: sexual assault, human trafficking, drug trafficking, beating/torture, child brides
Bondage, whip/flogger/crops, shibari, Master/Pet, Captor/Captive, DOM/SUB
7 books of Dark and dominating stories. Each on more in-depth than the one prior.
Andres and Samantha- opposites the criminal and the LEO
Adrían and Valentina-young love torn apart
Matteo and Sofia-longing from afar
Stefano and Carmen- enemies
Raul and Marisol-the protector keeping her safe
Sebastian and Isabel- age gap forced arranged marriage
The first 2 books are Andres and Samantha her POV then his POV. Each book is tied to the one prior and the stories intertwine. Cartels from Columbia to California and Mexico.
Very spicy 5/5
Action 5/5
Banter 3/5
Triggers: sexual assault, human trafficking, drug trafficking, beating/torture, child brides
Bondage, whip/flogger/crops, shibari, Master/Pet, Captor/Captive, DOM/SUB
April 7, 2023
Captive Series All In One Collection
I have read all of these books individually but to get them in one collection is much better. Julia is a great mafia writer, however some of these books are novella sized so I would actually recommend to read them as a collection instead of standalones so you feel like you're reading a full book.
This collection is full of brutal men but their hearts melt when they meet the women they are destined to be with.
I have read all of these books individually but to get them in one collection is much better. Julia is a great mafia writer, however some of these books are novella sized so I would actually recommend to read them as a collection instead of standalones so you feel like you're reading a full book.
This collection is full of brutal men but their hearts melt when they meet the women they are destined to be with.
April 5, 2023
Riveting Series
I read the first maybe 3 as standalones so to get the whole series was fabulous. I’m a fan of dark, alpha, Mafia plots and this one didn’t disappoint. I have to admit that my faves were a toss between Raùl/Marisol and Stebastiàn/Isabel. All the books were great in their own right, but those really hit the mark for me. Loved!
I read the first maybe 3 as standalones so to get the whole series was fabulous. I’m a fan of dark, alpha, Mafia plots and this one didn’t disappoint. I have to admit that my faves were a toss between Raùl/Marisol and Stebastiàn/Isabel. All the books were great in their own right, but those really hit the mark for me. Loved!
April 30, 2023
Disclaimer: to be clear I did not read every story in the the captive series. I did not read Pretty Hostage. I also reviewed each story after I read them instead of rating the series. Unfortunately there was no way to change the title after I finished the last book in the series, because I read it on Kindle Unlimited.
August 13, 2024
7 interconnected books within the criminal underworld.
Get ready for passion, violence, vicious drug lords, brutal power plays, shifting alliances, betrayal, multiple abductions, bloodshed, and journeys that begin with pain and despair and finish with love. There are interesting characters and many dark, twisted plots.
Get ready for passion, violence, vicious drug lords, brutal power plays, shifting alliances, betrayal, multiple abductions, bloodshed, and journeys that begin with pain and despair and finish with love. There are interesting characters and many dark, twisted plots.
December 21, 2022
Different but the same
The first story was not in sink with the other store about Andre. The story was out of order. The other stories were fine. Morally story was my favorite. Mentlly, Isabella was mentally too young for Sasbastion.
The first story was not in sink with the other store about Andre. The story was out of order. The other stories were fine. Morally story was my favorite. Mentlly, Isabella was mentally too young for Sasbastion.
December 22, 2022
4 stars overall
Cartel chaos, with kidnappings, ruthless maneuvering, brutal consequences for infractions, and perceived ownership that leads to protections and love. Hard men where brute force is the rule, but also have a heart that loves deeply and passionately.
—PTators
Cartel chaos, with kidnappings, ruthless maneuvering, brutal consequences for infractions, and perceived ownership that leads to protections and love. Hard men where brute force is the rule, but also have a heart that loves deeply and passionately.
—PTators
April 19, 2023
Tantalizing strong Alphas and the strong women that win them
If you like a bit of spanking and ropes with your favourite fantasy, this is a good one for you. Cartel Alphas and the crazy world that they live in keep the suspense and danger hopping.,
If you like a bit of spanking and ropes with your favourite fantasy, this is a good one for you. Cartel Alphas and the crazy world that they live in keep the suspense and danger hopping.,
December 8, 2022
DNF @ 6% - note to self: this has BDSM (makes me uncomfortable/not my kink)
April 25, 2023
Awesome read! Love Julia 💓
June 3, 2023
I think I reviewed the first of these as Stockholm syndrome porn, and the trend continues. The plotting gets better as the series continues.
July 24, 2023
Wicked good.
I love these interconnected books. Each one tells an individual unlikely love story, though there are connections and crossover characters throughout. Spicy, dark romance.
I love these interconnected books. Each one tells an individual unlikely love story, though there are connections and crossover characters throughout. Spicy, dark romance.
September 16, 2023
Fire!
I cannot get enough of these books!
I haven't stopped reading since the first book! Love it! Read it! Seriously
I cannot get enough of these books!
I haven't stopped reading since the first book! Love it! Read it! Seriously
November 13, 2023
What an amazing set of books.
I loved all these books so much, individually and collectively. I cannot wait to read more books by this author.
I loved all these books so much, individually and collectively. I cannot wait to read more books by this author.
August 11, 2024
Vampires. Enemies to lovers. Gentle yet powerful boyfriend. What’s not to like?
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