Review: Finally, a book that feels authentic!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 08 9, 2013
Claimed is the story of a girl named Presley who believes that she is ready to explore and learn about her secret fantasies. Her best friend and roommate, Cora, brings her to an elite place called Club Sin where she is introduced to Master Dmitri.Without giving too much away - because I hate spoilers! - I will say this: Claimed is a behind the scenes glimpse into an elite BDSM club, but it is also the story of how two people find the part of themselves they didn't realize was missing. And, it's like watching the rabbit tame the fox.Stacey Kennedy is able to write a BDSM novel that feels authentic. I don't know if she is into the lifestyle, if she has friends who are, or if she's interviewed people that live that lifestyle. Whatever she did to research that choice of lifestyle works. Claimed does not go off on some weird tangent that leaves the reader feeling like they need a shower, and at the same time, it captures the essence of a D/s relationship and the respect and mutual trust that is involved. In a market that is somewhat saturated with novels about bondage, submission, etc., Claimed doesn't get trapped in the gimmicks or the over the top theatrics. It should be at the top of the TBR list.I recommend Claimed to anyone who enjoys reading erotic novels with a BDSM theme.