TeaseSongs of Submission #2
Release Date: February 24, 2013
Genre: Erotic Romance
Source: Purchased
Rating: 5 Bookworms
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Synopsis
When Jonathan was gone I couldn't stop thinking about him, and the first thing he did when he got back was demand more of me. I'm willing to give him my orgasms and my time, but I find myself giving up pieces of my heart.
My career is on track, and even though I can't write a thing, I can sing. So I'll go to the art opening with him, because his ex wife will be there. I feel this need to protect him from hurt, though in bed, his domination brings me to my knees.
This man is going to break me into a million little pieces.
I suppose comparisons could be made between Songs of Submission and other series where you have a damaged, millionaire man meeting a young woman who may or may not lack experience, who then engage in some form of a D/s relationship. I didn't make that connection until halfway through Tease, but still the comparison could be made. What sets Songs of Submission apart from others is Ms. Reiss' writing. The way she uses language to convey this powerful story is amazing. She keeps me riveted, completely wound up in anticipation.
Tease is more a story of sexual awakening. About two people who are unquestionably attracted - drawn - to one another. Two people who have undeniable chemistry and who seem to have something the other needs.
This installment saw Monica and Jonathan trying to find a way to make the relationship work to the benefit of them both. However, the expectations may prove to be more than Monica can handle. Particularly after meeting Jonathan's ex-wife at the same moment as she experiences a painful move on the part of her ex-boyfriend.
I am indeed anxious to see how these two are going to traverse the rocky road they've set upon.
Submit
Songs of Submission #3
Release Date: March 17, 2013
Genre: Erotic Romance
Source: Purchased
Rating: 5 Bookworms
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Synopsis
"Your mine. The minute I told you to spread your lefts and you did it, you were mine. When I told you to beg for it and you did, you were mine. When you put your hands behind your back without being told, I owned you."
No. God, no.
My name is Monica, and no matter what Jonathan says, I am not submissive.
Submit sees Monica dealing with Jonathan's awakening her submissive tendencies while she also must deal with a possible break as well as a personal tragedy.
Ms. Reiss does an incredible job of imparting Monica's feelings about exploring her relationship with Jonathan - the fear of becoming less somehow. I found it fascinating that Monica was submitting all along but once Jonathan put a name to it, she freaked. I am completely enchanted by these two characters who need one another, are so vulnerable with one another in a way they aren't with anyone else. They are clearly falling for one another.
I feel I must mention, lest you think this serial is only about sex/lust, the supporting cast members - especially Darren - are equally intriguing. We don't see as much of any of them as we do Monica and Jonathan, but their presence adds much in back story and character development.
