Review: A Beautifully written BDSM experience
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 4, 2014
I haven’t read many BDSM stories, but I’m a fan of Laila Blake’s literature writing and trusted that this novella would be well-presented and tasteful. Several other reviewers also claimed this is a good introductory story for new readers to the genre, and I would agree with that.I’m typically a fast reader, but it’s strange, Laila’s writing had a kind of hypnotic affect on me and I slowed right down while reading every word of Iris’ and Paul’s experience together.  I liked Iris and Paul very much. Both characters were complex, thoughtful, and honest. From the moment Iris arrived at Paul’s house I felt myself sink into their little world. Their connection was very believable; the strength of it developing through the well-created dialogue between them.While some of Paul’s Dom instructions/actions were harsh and confronting, I still believed that Iris was safe with him and a willing participant. This is so important in romance and erotic fiction – if we don’t trust the characters the whole book falls apart.I rate Driftwood Deeds 4 out of 5, deducting 1 star only because I thought the ending moved too quickly away from the deep awakening that Iris experienced with Paul. I would have liked to see her take a bit more time to herself to process her feelings before meeting Paul again.Overall, I really enjoyed reading something that drew me in so deeply to a ‘new’ world. I’ll definitely be buying more of Laila’s books, regardless of the genre.