Saturday, February 9, 2013

Bedtime Story : Snuggle Puppy


Synopsis: "A great big hug in book form, "Snuggle Puppy" is a year-round valentine from parent to child. It is bright, chunky, a pleasure to hold, and has a die-cut cover that reveals a glimpse of the joy inside before it's even opened. Best of all, it's packed, of course, with pure Boynton: her inimitable language, her inimitable illustrations, her inimitable sense of fun.
OOO, Snuggle Puppy of mine! Everything about you is especially fine. I love what you are. I love what you do. Fuzzy little Snuggle Puppy, I love you. Featuring a sweet and cuddly doggie cast and rhyming verse, "Snuggle Puppy" is the perfect bedtime book to read last, because of an ending that kids will want again and again: I started with OOO. . . . Now we'll end like this: [BIG SMOOCH!]"


My Review: Well this one is cute but it is suppose to be a song but I can't figure out the rhythm or tune it is suppose to be sung to. But it is a cute book and I love that you get to smooch your little ones while reading. It has cute illustrations and bright colors for the little eyes.

My Rating: This is a cute book and I usually like Boynton's books but I just can't figure out how this song is suppose to be sung. I give it a rating of Two Paws.


Good Night, Sweet Dreams!

Friday, February 8, 2013

After Dark Review of To Command and Collar by Cherise Sinclair

Welcome to a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!

I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)
 
 

Synopsis: "Determined to find the human traffickers preying on Shadowlands’ submissives, Master Raoul gets himself invited to a small slave auction. Once informed, the FBI orders him to reject the limited choices so the slavers will invite him to the big auction. To Raoul’s shock, one of the slaves is the kidnapped friend of a Shadowlands sub. She has a scarred body…and an unbroken spirit. He can’t leave her behind. Ruining the FBI’s carefully laid plans, he buys her.

Kimberly’s freedom has come at a devastating price: the other women are still slaves. An FBI raid is their only hope for rescue. Desperate to help the Feds locate the big auction, she agrees to pose as Master Raoul’s slave. Wearing a collar again is terrifying, but under the powerful dominant’s care, Kim starts to heal and then to blossom. This is what she’s been drawn to—and fled from—her entire life.

She escaped the slavers who captured her body—can she escape the master who’s captured her heart?"


My Review: Yup, this series is fantastic and I loved this one! Unlike some of the previous books that were a continuation of characters this one was actually a continuation of the story of Make Me, Sir. We delve back into the kidnapping ring and the horror found there. While some of Kimberly's development is a little far fetched it was still a really good look into the lifestyle of Master/Slave. I think I may have fallen for Raoul, who wouldn't want to wear his collar?! While this is the last story of the series for now, I can't wait to read Sally and Sam's stories.
 
My Rating: Yet another fantastic book in a great series, I am starting to feel like I am a broken record here ;) I give it a rating of Four Paws and a Stump Wag!
 


Thursday, February 7, 2013

After Dark Review of Make Me, Sir by Cherise Sinclair

Welcome to a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!

 
I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)
 

 
Synopsis: "Her job is to make his life miserable. His job is to make her submit. Whose heart will surrender first?

Across the country, rebellious BDSM submissives are being systematically kidnapped, one from each club. When her friend falls prey to the slavers, FBI victim specialist Gabrielle volunteers to be bait in a club not yet hit: the Shadowlands.

She finds that being a bratty sub comes naturally, especially when she gets to twit the appallingly conservative Master of the trainees. But she soon discovers he's not as stuffy as she'd thought. Or as mean. She'd expected punishment, even humiliation, but she sure never expected to fall in love with a damned lawyer.

Courtesy of a prima donna ex-wife, Marcus loathes disobedient submissives. When the club owner insists he admit an incredibly bratty trainee, he's furious. But as he comes to know Gabrielle and sees the alluring sweetness beneath the sass, he starts to fall for her.

Unfortunately, Marcus isn't the only one who believes the feisty redhead is a prize worth capturing. And in the world of the slaver, such treasure is worth a hefty fee.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, strong BDSM theme and elements, violence."


My Review: I love how this series is developing and this book is one of my favorites! I love the bratty Gabi. Marcus took over as Master of the Trainees from Cullen in the previous book of the series. I didn't feel that we got a feel for him with the other trainees, but the story is so much more about Gabi and boy is it a story! She is such a gutsy and brave female character but still allows for the submissive side to shine, makes for an interesting dynamic. I also enjoyed how Sinclair really drew in characters from previous books and again started introducing us to potential characters for upcoming books (which honestly I can't wait to get to some of their stories).
 
 
My Rating: This has been a great series so far and this was another fantastic book! I give it a rating of Four Paws!
 


Wednesday, February 6, 2013

After Dark Review of Lean on Me by Cherise Sinclair

Welcome to a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!


 
I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)



Synopsis: "Andrea wants to submit, but not to just any so-called Dom. He has to be tougher than the slum-bred bullies she grew up with. She'd given up finding a true Dom when her friend finagles her a place as a trainee in an exclusive BDSM club with the powerful Shadowlands Masters. Andrea's thrilled...and terrified.

Forced to accept an unknown submissive into his carefully run trainee program, Master Cullen is furious. Not only is the young woman new to BDSM, but she's unsuited to her role--armoured in leather like a Domme, she's more liable to punch a Dom than kneel. He decides to push her right back out the door. But as he ruthlessly intimidates her, punishes her, then comforts her, his glimpses of the woman inside the emotional armour intrigue him and her utter surrender captures his heart.

Although Master Cullen is famous for his unfettered lifestyle, Andrea believes he might be interested in her, until she discovers he's not just a bartender--he's a cop. Maybe he'd overlook her past brush with the law, but when another trainee accuses her of stealing money, Andrea's sure she's lost the Master she wanted with all her heart.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: BDSM theme and content (includes/not limited to: bondage, spanking, tethering), voyeurism."


My Review: This is probably my favorite of the Shadowlands series so far! I thought I loved Cullen in Breaking Free, but I really love him now! Andrea sounds like she has a personality so like me, determined to be strong enough to handle everything on her own. I really enjoyed watching their relationship develop on so many levels. And you must read the end how Master Cullen teaches Andrea a lesson! Again this was a fully developed story that had so much more than BDSM,it also included backstories, family and social situations. I am really getting into this series now, thank goodness there are at least two more books!

My Rating: I loved this book in the series, not only because I love Cullen but also because I really felt a connection with Andrea and her personality. I loved the more developed stories as the series progresses and how characters for each story are introduced in the previous book so you get a feel for them. I give this one a rating of Four Paws and a Stump Wag!

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

After Dark Review of Breaking Free by Cherise Sinclair

Welcome to a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!


 
I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)



Synopsis: "Beth must yield to become aroused, but she's too scared to give up control. The last thing she wants is a ruthless, powerful Dom. But that's just what she gets, and exactly what she needs...

A sadistic husband left Beth scarred, inside and out. Only at the Shadowlands BDSM club does she feel like a woman. But her fears limit her to Doms who won't overwhelm her� the very ones who cannot arouse her. The Master of the Shadowlands gives her an ultimatum: accept the Dom he assigns or lose her membership. The last thing Beth wants is a ruthless, powerful Dom, but that's just what she gets.

Asked to take on a problem sub, Nolan sees the issue immediately� although truly submissive, the little redhead is too scared to relinquish control and her Doms have let her get away with it. That will change right now.

As Master Nolan takes Beth under command, compelling her submission, she's terrified, but the experienced Dom brings her pleasure, not pain. His only demand is that she never lie to him. Under his capable hands, her body comes alive, and she begins to heal. As he pushes her limits, she learns to trust...and then to love. And she realizes he is beginning to care for her in return.

But now her cruel husband has found her, and Master Nolan discovers she's been lying and lying and lying...

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, BDSM theme and elements (including/not limited to bondage, caning, domination, restraint, paddling, spanking, submission, tethering); exhibitionism, ménage, violence. "


My Review: The next installment of the Shadowlands series. I feel like Sinclair is starting to develop more of a story. The first two were more of an introductions to the lifestyle and scene, but with Breaking Free we get more of a novel and storyline. There is a lot more going on than just BDSM. I loved how favorite characters from previous stories are integrated and how new characters are brought in to get you introduced for future books. Nolan sounds very intimidating and almost makes me cringe but it is great to see the softer side of him at times. I am not really sure if I really love Beth but I like her and respect her. Beth's story is a hard one to get through with so much pain in it. I have to say though that my favorite character in this story has to be Cullen, I am looking forward to his story!
 
My Rating: Another great book by Cherise Sinclair filled with great characters. I like how this one had more of a story line to it than the previous two in the series. You really start to get a feel for all the characters and can dive more into the story. I give it a rating of Four Paws.

Monday, February 4, 2013

After Dark Review of Dark Citadel by Cherise Sinclair

Welcome to a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!



I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)



Synopsis: "After Kari breaks up with her date during Beginner's Night at Club Shadowlands, she's given the option to continue with an experienced dominant. Despite her steamy fantasies about BDSM, the inexperienced schoolteacher plans to simply observe. Yet under the unyielding hands of Master Dan, she not only participates, but gives him everything he asks for. There is nothing she can hide from him. Not her passion...or her love. Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, BDSM theme and content (including/not limited to bondage, caning, restraint, spanking, tethering) exhibitionism, voyeurism."

My Review: A great continuation in the Shadowlands series. I love how Kari (and Jessica from Club Shadowlands too) are not skinny little model figures, they are full bodied and curvy women. In Dark Citadel, Master Dan tries to help Kari break through the social norm and religious upbringing barriers. She has been taught that anything other than 'vanilla' is wrong, but her body asks for something more. I love the Gardens, very exciting and steamy. Dark Citadel is a little bit of a different approach to the BDSM life than Club Shadowlands, so while it is an introduction it is still a whole new story with great characters!

My Rating: I enjoyed this book and love the characters Sinclair creates for her stories! I have grown very attached to them.  I also love the story lines and of course the heat in them is beyond steamy!! I give Dark Citadel a rating of Four Paws!

Sunday, February 3, 2013

After Dark Review of Club Shadowlands by Cherise Sinclair


Here we are, February 1st, kicking off a month of Lust and Love!!
I will be sharing a variety of books with you all surrounding the theme of lust, love and all that lies between. I will have some sweet romances, some childrens love books, and of course plenty of After Dark Steam for all different tastes! Hope you will all stop in and join me!



I have added After Dark Reviews to my blog as a way of notifying you of a review of a book with Adult themes and scenes. From now on I will keep my reviews of all books I read that have explicit scenes in them for late night posts for those of you who prefer to avoid them or easy to find for those of you who seek them out ;)


Synopsis: "Her car disabled during a tropical storm, Jessica Randall discovers the isolated house where she's sheltering is a private bondage club. At first shocked, she soon becomes aroused watching the interactions between the Doms and their subs. But she's a professional woman--an accountant--and surely isn't a submissive...is she?

Master Z hasn't been so attracted to a woman in years. But the little sub who has wandered into his club intrigues him. She's intelligent. Reserved. Conservative. After he discovers her interest in BDSM, he can't resist tying her up and unleashing the passion she hides within.

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Anal play/intercourse, strong BDSM theme and content (including/not limited to bondage, caning, restraints, spanking, etc), exhibitionism, voyeurism."

My Review: Looking for some steam? You found it here! This is a very hot introduction to The Shadowlands series and BDSM. While the relationship moved very quickly, and as stated in the disclosure at the beginning of the book that it should take much longer in real life to develop the trusting relationship between a dom and sub, this is a work of fiction. I loved the characters, all of them including the supporting characters (and look forward to reading their stories in later books). While this is fiction, it is still a much better introduction into the lifestyle than 50 Shades. We get the shocks and the heat right along with Jessica as Master Z rules her night and teaches the ropes. So yup, add a little sizzle to your evening!        

My Rating: I think I need to add some paws of fire to rate the heat in these books!! I love Club Shadowlands, it was short enough to enjoy in an evening or two and still a full story. You could read it on its own, but I bet like me you are going to want to continue with the series.  I give it a rating of Four Paws!