Cassie Bendix’s Reviews > Taken by Touch and Torment > Status Update

“Id do it all over again. All of it — the heartbreak, the loss, the betrayals and the sacrifices. I would live every moment all over again. Just to stand here in the sand with you. You were always the destination, the tomorrow I sought on the horizon.”

“You mind if I steal that? It would go great in a novel.”

“Take whatever you need. Always.”

Ending perfection **sigh**

I am fucking giddy at the introduction of Kylo. I know he’s the MMC in the other duet and I am so ready for more of this world. O.M.G.

“Collaring isn’t about the dominant, even in the strictest master and slave relationship. In a consensual dynamic, everyhting is for the benefit and pleasure of the sub. Rules, protocols, and limits are entirely dictated by the person who voluntarily relents their power. It’s all theater, a game, for both parties…”

“Thank you. You were well worth the wait.”

For the love, this chapter of Rune’s inner monologue while he watches Scarlett sleep and reflect on his life, their meeting…oh I could just die.

“I loved it all.

I loved her silent and vulnerable, and I loved her wicked and unrestrained. I loved her wild and covered in enemy blood, and I loved her docile, on her knees, staring up at me with the recognition that I was her one and only God.”

“It was comforting and familiar to watch her while she was unconscious and unaware of my obsession. I got to admire her exposed, nude body without her sharp tongue and bratty banter.

I loved it all.”

“You used to clip your own wings when you flew too high. Now, you can’t help but soar.”

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“Love for myself, the greatest love of my life”

“You all did more than witness me step into my power. You each helped me make that leap, in your own way. And I will never forget to be grateful for your patience and your generosity.”

I feel like this sums up book 2 so well ~ Scarlett stepping into her power, helped along by her found family.

“Forgiveness was a powerful thing. Perhaps in time, I would find that same release with Isabella. Not that she would ever hear of it. It would be a secret serenity I’d claim only for myself.”

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