Wow! This author never disappoints.  I don't know why he stopped
writing but I'm glad that he is back.  As with his other books, the
characters are given such depth that you feel that you know them and
the punishment events are written with such detail that little is left
to the imagination.  I get so turned on reading his stuff.  5 out of 5
 (Neva)

I am so glad to see this author publishing again.  This book is every
bit as good as his previous books.  I love the explicit bondage and
torture scenes along with the interchange between the characters which
allows the reader to get inside their heads.  Please huppy up[ and do
book 2  5 out of 5  (Neva)

Wonderful, super...so good to read this type of storyline again,so
well done!  5 out of 5

Not too bad. but was expecting a better page turning story. It's kind
of dull after ch 2 and on.  3 out of 5  (steve)

This is the most wickedly erotic book that I have ever read. It is
cover to cover with the most painful and devious sexual punishments
imaginable.  Woven into this is a story of a blossoming love between
the main submissive character and the sadistic torturer.  It is not a
book that you can put down until you finish it.  Even then, you will
want to go back and read it again.  5 out of 5  (Neva)

This book misses the realism of the authors previous books.
To much shades of gray... (billionaire meets ... and yes with
helicopters)
His previous books are much much better.   2 out of 5  (pelgrim)

Nice story and plot, a pity the story ends.  5 out of 5  (Edsubject)

God! How I love this Author.
The stories are so believable and the descriptions of the BDSM
activities are first rate.
As a woman, I love the way he treats the female characters as
intelligent people who have desires for domination.  I wish that the
"Castila de Isabella really exists.  I would sign up in a heartbeat. I
really get turned on when I read these stories and I can hardly wait
for Book 2.
  5 out of 5  (Neva)

Excellent story, wonderfully elaborated female characters with great
personality...I really love this author and the type of themes that
are developed, wonderful, can't wait to read the sequel and I hope it
will become a 250K words book!  5 out of 5  (edsubject)

As a woman, I love this author who writes wonderfully erotic BDSM
stories but recognises that women who are submissive are perfectly
normal, intelligent, happy people.  This story is his best yet (and
that is really saying something).  I love the way the characters are
people that you can really relate to and get into their head as they
submit themselves to the many sexual tortures in store for them.  The
torture events are beautifully described.  And the story unfolds
logically and engrossingly.   5 out of 5  (Neva)

Excellent S&M tale. Exceptional use of devices.  The characterizations
and pain descriptions were exceptional.  5 out of 5  (Les)

I wish the rating included a 10; this book certainly rates it.  from
suppressed feminist lady barrister to terrible torment, and with her
daughter watching and requesting that she be caned right Now.  Why she
was willing to be caned for her daughter's transgressions was at
question, was that her real motivation??  Find out in this delightful
book.  And what comes after gets Really interesting.  5 out of 5 
(DHL)

outstanding--- hoping for the follow up, love the supporting group.  5
out of 5  (truman)

The 2nd part is even better and with excellent writing. GREAT JOB.
HIGH RECOMMEND.  5 out of 5  (steve)

Superb story.  This was a great follow up to the first story.  This
story greatly increased the S&M aspect of these wonderful characters. 
The torture auction was an especially great addition.  I hope that we
will see more stories with the excellent cast rhat has been developed
here.  5 out of 5  (Les)

This book is even better than "Deeper Shades".  The story is
captivating and OH! so sexy.  The first person narrative lets you
really get into Jacqueline's head and become totally absorbed by her
lust, love, fear and pain.  There are many complex characters all
participating in a great story.  You had better allow a day to read
this great novel and be sure to have a vibrator or a loving partner
handy because you will become so very aroused as you read this.  I
would love to see this series made into a movie. I just loved it so
much. Please! Please make this a trilogy.   5 out of 5  (Neva)

Great book for fans of M/F BDSM.  5 out of 5

Excellent - great the imaginative torture devices and the romantic and
very erotic interplay between the characters who have real
personalities and a real story.  The Australian setting is good also 
5 out of 5  (Herb4012)

Maybe a 7 or 9, not dark, no degrading of women, just open and
(joyful?) embracing of Masochist cravings.  Masterful descriptions of
the scenes, feelings and emotions without being too wordy about it. 
No not a 5 definitely a 10.  Want more, please.      5 out of 5  (D)

Only halfway through reading, but yet even better than part 1 !  5 out
of 5

Exceptional S&M tale.  Look forward to more wonderful stories from
this author.  5 out of 5  (Les)

This was an interesting story and I hope the author will continue it
with a follow-up - maybe using other women as the victims, and with
some different reactions to what happens to them.   4 out of 5 
(Hardman)

Great story.  I hope there's a sequel.  5 out of 5

Of the dozen or so books that I've purchased from this site, this is
definitely one of my favorites. While the women of the torture club
certainly enjoy erotic pain, none are the extreme pain sluts that are
outside my personal comfort zone. The imaginative and creative devices
the Doms come up with definitely push the edges of their limits. The
first-person descriptions of the sensations Karen is experiencing are
erotic and highly arousing. My only complaint was the abrupt ending. 
4 out of 5  (~grace)

See review of book 2 - and them buy both!  5 out of 5  (D)

Super!  5 out of 5

A very unique book.  It is the way most of us would like to have it in
real life.  Very well done.  5 out of 5  (Chicagossl)

Excellent book with exceptional S&M play scenes.  Thouroughly enjoyed
this book and highly recommend it.  5 out of 5  (Les
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