Dare to Submit Synopsis:
Decklan Dare
knows about the unexpected loss of loved ones and for this reason, he
values control in all areas of his life. Amanda Collins enjoys the freedom she
finds in casual encounters without the emotional connection a relationship
brings. They meet and their physical attraction is mutual but both experience
feelings that could run deeper – if they drop their guard and let each other
in. Decklan is first to trust, but when he discovers the secret Amanda’s been
hiding, will he forgive? Or will he rebuild every wall before she has a chance
to explain?
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BY KIMBERLY IBARRA (BOOK OBSESSIVE)
Well I don't really know what to say about this book besides how great it was. It was really nice watching how Decklan's and Amanda's relationship developed and grew. I do wish Amanda had told Decklan sooner about what was going on with her best friend. However, her not telling him did make the book a bit suspenseful while we waited to see what Decklan's reaction was going to be so I give props to Carly Phillips for that. One thing that I liked about the relationship between Amanda and Decklan was that it wasn't rushed. It developed and grew into something more than attraction as the book went on and it was nice to see that because sometimes authors rush into the characters relationship to fast. In this book though the relationship just kind of flowed so overall I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
REVIEW
BY TONIANN DELUCA-HENRICH (BOOK OBSESSIVE)
I was given an arc for my honest review. You meet Declan and Amanda right away. Things
get hot quick. He's pretty damaged and she's not sure about him. They have an arrangement of no strings attached but the more you read the more you love Declan. Amanda is not my favorite in the beginning. You will know why. But as the story goes on you grow to love her. To me it felt rushed and I wish it was longer.
REVIEW BY NADIA DEBOWSKA-STEPHENS (BOOK OBSESSIVE)
5 star read..."you had me at 'I want you.'"
Decklan Dare is a cop, damaged by his past and uses his dominant side to avoid relationships.
Amanda Collins is a successful business woman who likes to submit as it makes her feel free.
They are both members at a BDSM club where they think they can engage in sex without commitments. How wrong they are! They are deeply attracted to one another and quickly realise it runs deeper than just sex. Both characters have trust issues relating to events in their pasts that are barriers to their happily ever after and at points it's not sure they will work things out.
The book has elements of danger, will they/won't they and family drama. It's a soft limits BDSM novel with hot sex scenes that are a gentle introduction to this genre.
It is the first Carly Phillips novel I have read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is a stand alone story but part of a series which I will definitely be reading!
EXCERPT
He put
his phone back in his pocket just as Max arrived, settling into his usual seat.
“I have to say, for a man who insists he’s not going to renew his membership,
you’re here all the time lately.”
Max knew
exactly why Decklan was here, so there was no point in answering.
“If she
does show, at least tell me you’ve got a plan?” Max said, pushing as usual.
“I have
no fucking clue.”
“Well I
hope you get one.” Max slapped him on the back. “I see Emmy giving me the eye.
I’m going to go remind her who’s the Dom,” he said. “You ought to find a sub
and do the same.”
“Have
fun,” Decklan said, ignoring the suggestion. He wasn’t in the mood. Hadn’t been
for a long time, but especially since that
night. Since Amanda.
He
glanced around the room, familiar with all the spaces and places in the club.
The St Andrews cross on the wall was occupied, a dark haired female getting
pleasure from absorbing pain. His gaze slid onward. A group of men sitting and
talking, their subs at their feet. A quick look confirmed she wasn’t one of
them. His emotions were already frayed tonight and if he found her with someone
else, he couldn’t promise himself he’d keep a handle on his temper.
He
ordered a Glen Livet on the rocks and tried to put his night with her in
perspective. Chemistry. They’d had that in spades. But there was something more
to her. A strength combined with a vulnerability he didn’t see often. They’d
clicked in bed and out. He’d had fun with her, a word he never associated with
sex. And most importantly, the thing that unnerved him the most, she tempted
him to want her touch. To free her
from the restraints so he could feel her soft hands on his cock, her nails at
his back, and her arms wrapped securely around him.
Shit. He
shouldn’t be here. Didn’t need that kind of intensity and seriousness in his
life.
She
wasn’t here again, something he took as a sign. Definitely time to go.
He
stood, pushed back his chair, turned and saw Amanda paused at the threshold to
the main room. His breath left on a whoosh of air, the unexpected sight of her
when he’d all but given up, a shock to his system.
Over the
last few weeks, he wondered if he’d over exaggerated the memory of her affect
on him. No such luck.
Her head
bowed, hands clasped together, she was clearly working up the nerve to enter.
And every muscle in his body tightened at the sight.
She
finally lifted her gaze and glanced around the room, her stare lingering on
various places and people, just as he’d done earlier. And then she looked towards
the bar. The sounds around him, the people, the lights, everything dimmed.
There was only her.
Whatever
it was, it was still there.
He’d
waited for this moment and now that it was here? Decklan had never backed away
from a challenge. He wasn’t about to do so now.
Breathe, breathe, breathe, Amanda told herself. But the very sight of
Decklan was both a relief and sent her into panic mode at the same time. His
dark eyes slid over her and for a brief second, she feared he was going to
dismiss her. She’d unravel if he did.
Then he
rose and slowly walked across the room. All the air left her lungs. She hadn’t
imagined one thing about him or the intense physical attraction he inspired.
Today he wore the same type of outfit, black denim and a black tee-shirt that
hugged his masculine, well defined body. She had no doubt he worked out and she
still wanted to feel those hard muscles beneath her hands. If he’d let her.
He
strode up, so close she was enveloped in his delicious scent, and all her
strategic female parts went on red alert. Her nipples suddenly ached for hands,
his mouth, his teeth.
“Tell me
you came here for me,” he said, not beating around the bush. At all.
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DARE TO LOVE
When it comes to family, Ian Dare gives his all but in
relationships he offers the bare minimum. Until one glimpse of sensual Riley
Taylor arouses his dominant and protective instincts. He will do anything to
possess her … and does. But any future with Riley must include him dealing his
half-brother who is a constant reminder of the pain he’d rather forget.
Riley Taylor believes herself immune to domineering men – until
charismatic Ian Dare turns a simple kiss into an all out assault on her senses
and she discovers she likes his brand of control in the bedroom. As their affair
heats up, they soon realize they complete each other in ways neither imagined.
But Riley’s past is closer than she cares to remember, and her struggles with
Ian’s dominance might just cost her everything. (love story, contemporary
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DARE TO DESIRE
Quarterback Alex Dare, had it all -- an all-star football career
and his choice of willing women -- until a severe injury forces him into early
retirement. Social worker Madison Evans grew up in foster homes and knows what
it means to have-not. She isn't impressed by Alex Dare’s wealth or charm. Not
since she fell hard for him once before, only to discover she was just one of
his too-easy conquests.
This time around Madison refuses to succumb to Alex so easily. But
Alex wants Madison. And if there is one thing Alex does well, it’s to get what
he wants. Can he convince Madison to take a risk and dare to love?
Dare To Surrender:
After
ending a relationship to a cheating, domineering man, Isabelle Masters takes
off in her leased Mercedes, only to be arrested for grand theft and hauled to a
local police station. To her surprise, she is rescued by the most unlikely
person possible, Gabriel Dare, a man she’s been attracted to for far too long.
Gabe offers Isabelle freedom along with an invitation to Eden, an exclusive
island resort where everything and anything is possible.
Although Gabe yearns to possess Isabelle, he
knows all too well he must fight his primitive need to bind her to him, and
instead help bring out the independent woman she yearns to become – or risk
losing her for good.
A woman who needs to run her own life. A man who
needs to exert control. Can she surrender to his erotic demands without losing
her sense of self once more?
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Carly Phillips N.Y. Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Carly Phillips has written over 40 sexy contemporary romance novels that today's readers identify with and enjoy. After a successful 15 year career with various New York publishing houses, Carly is making the leap to Indie author, with the goal of giving her readers more books at a faster pace at a better price. Her Serendipity books will still finish up in January/February 2014 via Berkley as planned. Carly lives in Purchase, NY with her family, two nearly adult daughters and two crazy dogs who star on her Facebook Fan Page and website. She's a writer, a knitter of sorts, a wife, and a mom. In addition, she's a Twitter and Internet junkie and is always around to interact with her readers.
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Jude Sinclair here, hockey player for the Bellevue Bullies and lover of all ladies. Hockey’s in my blood, and not to sound full of myself, but I’m good at it…really good. The draft is within my reach—it’s mine to take—but that’s not the only reason people know my name. They know me because of my way with women. They know the score, and I aim to please. I just tend to stay away from repeat performances. In other words, I don’t do relationships beyond my family and friends. I’m happy with life. However, I should warn you that my story and how I see it playing out is about to change due to a certain redhead on campus.
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