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A steam filled novella featuring a florist who falls into a relationship with a banker who has a dominant side. Actually, he’s pretty much a dominant in life. Julie explores her submissive side with Daniel.

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Rating: C ... Heat: Hot

Julie Masterson is a florist who owns her own shop with her best friend Sasha. Julie’s single but not really looking, since no one seems to do it for her. Sex has been pretty lackluster lately, so why bother. But when Daniel Covington walks in, in his sexy suit with those piercing eyes, to buy flowers for his niece... Well, that's an irresistible combination. Until Sasha warns Julie that Daniel really isn't her type.

Daniel happens to disagree. Even though he's a Dom and an experienced one at that, who knows it wouldn't work long term with a vanilla woman, something about Julie draws him in.

These two... Well, I'll be honest. I'm not a fan of the newbie sub heroine for one reason and one reason only: introducing her to bdsm is tedious and redundant. Anyone who picks this or a similar book up most likely knows the basics. If you don't want readers trying it at home without the proper safety precautions, put a disclaimer at the front of the book or something. I don't need or want a bdsm primer each time a new series starts.

That made it hard for me to really engage in the story. The sex scenes between them felt similar each time and pretty basic at that. Which isn't to say I didn't like Julie or Daniel, or them together. Daniel is a Dom with a big heart and a lot of care for his sub. Julie and her safety always come first. And I did like that, while dominant, he was never disrespectful or domineering. Plus, all of the side characters were well written and engaging. (I hope that both Sasha and Dena get their own book.)

Seduced by Fire is sexy, if not adventurous. Though there is conflict and it felt realistic—and an issue that doesn't often come up in a bdsm romance, for the most part it felt tame. I would've also liked if Daniel wasn't quite that perfect of a hero. He could've at least snored or hogged the covers or something. That said, I think if our next couples are both experienced with bsdm, I'll enjoy their story more than this one.

I was a bit disappointed in this book just because I wanted to hear more about Abby and Nathanial. But I also love Julie and Daniel.

For years Julie has been denying her submissive nature. As a successful business woman she never thought that giving up control in the bedroom was something she’d want. Until she met Daniel. Daniel recognizes what Julie wants and knows he’s the man to provide for her but outside influences keep Julie from fully surrendering herself. I enjoyed that this story explored the dom/sub lifestyle outside of the bedroom, the community that is available to those involved. A good start to the Partners in Play series, I’m excited to try more from Tara Sue Me. Good read!

I loved it! I only started reading DMSM books maybe a month ago tops. To be honest this is only the seventh book I've read like this. Surprisingly though it doesn't get old. This book had me captivated in it from the first five pages and kept me captivated in it until it ended. For a book to grab at me in the first five pages is so awesome! And then to keep me throughout the whole book! Such a treat! I hope there is a second book! I'm ready to read more

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A steam filled novella featuring a florist who falls into a relationship with a banker who has a dominant side. Actually, he’s pretty much a dominant in life. Julie explores her submissive side with Daniel.

I enjoyed this book so much. I didn't think I would because I am not usually into BDSM stuff, but it was written really well. I know a few people that have read 5o Shades of Grey and I myself have read excerpts, but I have to say that this was infinitely better. I loved Daniel so much because you could actually cared about Julie instead of just satisfying himself. I love the twist. It was os unexpected and it made it more interesting. Julie was a sub but her character wasn't weak. I think that made it easier to read because it wasn't like he was taking advantage of her. I would recommend this for anyone who read or couldn't finish 50 Shades of Grey because this one is actually worth the read.