CLAIMED BY TWO MASTERS by CLAIRE THOMPSON - #BOOKREVIEW @CThompsonAuthor

Title:  Claimed by Two Masters

Series: BDSM Connections Book #3

Author:  Claire Thompson

Release Date:  February 17, 2017

One submissive. Two Masters. Three hearts. 

Shea O’Connor has a secret. Beneath the façade of a proper, vanilla young lady lurks a dirty girl who dreams of whips, chains and a Master to claim her. When she finally gets up the courage to explore her darkest fantasies at a local BDSM club, her world explodes with possibilities, including submission to not one but two sexy Masters. 

Steve Hartman and Zach Wilder are more than just best friends; they are sensual sadists, sharing a dungeon where they train women in the art and passion of erotic submission. As they initiate Shea into the world of BDSM, peeling away layer after layer of shyness, modesty and resistance, Shea is not the only person experiencing soul-level transformation. Steve and Zach’s cardinal rule of keeping their hearts out of their training is sorely tested. 

Each new experience draws Shea deeper into a world of intense D/s that leaves her breathless and longing for more. The trouble is, relationships can get complicated, especially between three. The last thing either guy expected was to fall in love—with the same girl. 

Editor’s Note: Claimed by Two Masters is a M/f/M ménage. Book Three of BDSM Connections is a full-length, stand-alone story. The series may be read in any order.

Once again Claire Thompson has a hit on her hands. Claimed by Two Masters is the story of innocent Shea and Doms Steve and Zach. This is the third book in the BDSM Connections series, but it could definitely be read as a standalone. The other characters show up in this book, but they are not central to the plot so the books could be read out of order easily with no confusion (a big plus in my opinion). Shea is curious about BDSM. She's never explored anything like that and she is very innocent and shy. She goes to a club just to watch and there she meets Steve and Zach. The two convince her to try a little spanking scene and she freaks out. But there is definite chemistry there. The two Doms convince Shea to give it a try again and to let them train her. Shea agrees and their relationship begins. What begins as just BDSM and submissive training turns into love and a menage.

Steve and Zach are both strong, dominant, and sexy. They both have their own hangups and issues that they have to get past and they both have their own way of doing things. While Steve seems more dominant, at times Zach definitely takes on the role. They balance each other out perfectly. Shea is new to all of this, but she takes everything they give and gives back even more. When the three realize that their relationship is more than trainee and trainers it's wonderful.

Claimed by Two Masters, like the other books in this series, is tamer than a lot of Claire Thompson's other books, but the passion and sexiness is still there. While I like some of the wilder books, this is an easy read and perfect for someone just looking to start reading this genre. It's a great introduction to Claire's work and the scene. I loved it and give Claimed by Two Masters FOUR AND HALF STARS!

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SECRETS by CLAIRE THOMPSON - #RELEASEDAY #BOOKREVIEW

Title: Secrets

Series: BDSM Connections Book #1

Author: Claire Thompson

Release Date: August 19, 2016

Secrets protect…but they also destroy. 

Allie Swift has a secret—one that has kept her from finding a Dom willing to take her where she longs to go, far beyond the slap-and-tickle approach of BDSM-lite, into the deep reaches of true sadomasochism. 

When she meets Liam on a BDSM personals site, she senses he’s different from the Doms she has been with before. His darkly compelling nature speaks directly to her submissive heart.

Liam Byrne had it all—a great career, a hot body, and a submissive fiancée. That is, until a year ago when a head-on collision with a drunk driver shattered not only his leg, but also his life. Now Liam harbors an ominous secret, one that’s tearing him apart and causing him to hold the world, including Allie Swift, at arm’s length.

As the intensity of their D/s exploration increases, Liam and Allie must confront their fears. Together they must decide if the bond they share is strong enough to survive bringing their secrets to light.

Secrets is the first novel in Claire Thompson’s new edgy BDSM romance series: BDSM Connections. Prepare for a powerful, emotional experience.

I've read all kinds of books by Claire Thompson and I never know quite what to expect, other than that I'll like them.  Secrets is a lot tamer than some of Claire's books, but the relationship between the main characters is no less intense.

Secrets is the story of Liam and Allie.  Liam and Allie "meet" online through a BDSM dating site.  This site is not your typical Fetlife BDSM site.  Immediately Liam and Allie connect, but they live on opposite sides of the country.  Both have secrets.  For Liam the distance helps him.  He's afraid that Allie will reject him, as his last girlfriend did, because of his limp and scar tissue.  Allie has her own secrets, but she bravely defies Liam's wishes and gets on a plane to meet him.  He is thrilled.

Liam is a caring Dom, but he pushes Allie.  Allie is a big masochist.  She's never been pushed as far as she wants and Liam knows just how to push her to where she needs to be.  It's perfect.  Eventually the secrets of both unfold and the two work through them.  

I loved the main characters, the supporting characters, the story, and I think I'll love the series.  I give Secrets FIVE STARS!

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HUNTED by CLAIRE THOMPSON - #BOOKREVIEW

Title:  Hunted

Author:  Claire Thomas

Genre: Dark Erotic

Release Date: May 9, 2016

“Your former life is over. Your apartment will be emptied, your car disposed of, your life erased. You are now the property of Pirate Island, to be used and enjoyed as we see fit. Your life is quite literally in our hands.”

Mara Stevens jumps at the chance for a job at a new premier resort on the North Carolina coast. All she has to do is fly out to the private island and get through one more interview. Unfortunately, what should be a shiny new career opportunity turns into a living nightmare. 

Upon landing, she learns the truth. She’s been taken to serve as a plaything to the owners and their chosen guests—high-powered, dangerous men who see her as nothing more than their sexual toy to use and abuse at their whim.

With no escape possible, Mara is forced to submit to the training and discipline of a sadistic taskmaster—or suffer the consequences. Good girls are rewarded; bad girls are punished—severely. Deep into her harrowing journey of forced sexual servitude and submission, Mara becomes prey for The Hunt. Naked and alone, Mara must summon all her courage and cunning, drawing on the indomitable spirit that still secretly burns inside her. 

If you like dark and dirty, then pick up Hunted.  This is not for everyone, but for those who are in the mood for dark erotica it's perfect.  Be aware that this not a romance novel.  There is however a happily ever after.  Mara is lured to Pirate Island under false pretenses.  Once she arrives she is immediately told that she is now the property of the island, with no more rights.  She has become a sex slave.  

Mara is kept naked, used, abused, and tortured by her new trainers and owners.  For the most part they are disgusting men.  No safewords exist on Pirate Island.  Men can do whatever they want with the women, and they do.  If the women don't comply they are punished.  Mara is abused to the point that she almost has Stockholm syndrome.  One trainer, Alex, who is the most abusive, gets her to really feel like she is worthless.  He tortures her, but he also gets to her.  She develops an almost obsession with pleasing him.  

Alex sounds sexy and sadistic.  I definitely wouldn't want to meet him, but I loved reading about him.

The only real issue I had with Hunted is that the end seemed to come quickly.  Mara seems to move on almost too fast.  But since that was the end it definitely didn't detract from the story.  

I give Hunted FOUR STARS!

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NO SAFEWORD by CLAIRE THOMPSON - #ARCBOOKREVIEW @CThompsonAuthor

Title:  No Safeword

Author: Claire Thompson

Genre: Erotic BDSM Romance

Release Date: February 13, 2015

“My safeword,” she said hurriedly. “We forgot to discuss my safeword.”
“This isn’t some amateur scene at a BDSM club. There’s no negotiation. There is no safeword. You signed that away when you joined The Enclave.”

Jaime Shepard fantasizes about being bound in chains—her heart, body and soul the possession of a Master who won’t hesitate to take what he wants. Unfortunately, exploring dreams of sensual submission has taken a backseat to the daily grind of life, yet she never feels more alive, more vital, more herself than when engaging in a scene at one of the local BDSM clubs.

When the sexy, mysterious owner of Asheville’s premiere underground BDSM club makes Jaime the offer of a lifetime, she jumps at the chance to experience The Enclave, a secluded community dedicated to the passionate realization of a 24/7 BDSM lifestyle. Against the backdrop of a luxurious mountain resort, Jaime’s rigorous, full-immersion indoctrination begins. Erotic discipline and intensive slave training push Jaime to the very limits of her boundaries and force her to reach deep inside to discover the grace and inner strength necessary for true submission.

One thing she isn’t seeking is love—but it might find her just the same. 

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

When I first started reading BDSM books (long before the 50 Shades craze) I discovered Claire Thompson. I've read most of her books and she is a go-to author for me. No Safeword is not light BDSM. It's heavy and dark at times, but Claire Thompson can write genre this like no author. The book is heavy and erotic, but there is a happy ending. There is romance. 

Jamie wants to experience more than she has. She's done the whole BDSM club thing and while she likes it, she needs more. When she's offered the opportunity to experience full-immersion slave training at the Enclave she takes it. Mark is a former rock-star and all Dom. He knows what he needs and what he is, but he hasn't yet committed fully to becoming a full-time Master at the Enclave. 

Jamie and Mark are drawn to each other from the beginning of her training. Jamie has lots of new experiences with lots of different Masters, but she feels most comfortable with Mark. At one point Mark comes to Jamie's rescue and shows how he cares. 

I know some people don't like heavy BDSM books and I don't suggest that they read this because I don't want the ratings to drop. If you're not into this, that's fine. Don't read it. The title alone, No Safeword, says that this book has some darker themes. But if you're into this kind of book or in the mood for something heavy, definitely pick it up. I loved it and can't say enough about No Safeword and Claire Thompson.  I give No Safeword FIVE STARS!

I have published erotic fiction and romance since 1996. My work includes the sensual exploration of D/s and erotic romance, as well as the darker side of BDSM. My work includes in-depth exploration of both m/f and m/m relationships, in the context of romance and D/s. I have published over fifty novels and short stories, both in print and ebook format. 

It is important to me to write about real people, characters I and my readers come to care about. I don't want to simply provide an erotic thrill or evocative description. With my D/s romances I seek not only to tell a story, but to come to grips with, and ultimately exalt in the true beauty and spirituality of a loving exchange of power. My darker works press the envelope of what is erotic and what can be a sometimes dangerous slide into the world of sadomasochism. I strive to write about the timeless themes of sexuality and romance, with twists and curves to examine the romantic side of the human psyche. Ultimately my work deals with the human condition, and our constant search for love and intensity of experience. 

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