Awakening (Chrysalis)
"Sallinger brings potent storytelling and characterization to the erotic romance table, offering an actual BDSM novel (as opposed to the BDSM-lite of the Fifty Shades series) with emotional depth and a sweeping romantic sensibility. An emotionally satisfying tale for the BDSM romance crowd." -Kirkus"Awakeningis not a typical story, but rather an exploration of how two people can come together and bring new life to each other. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has felt alone and deeply in need of love" -Book Enamored"Old wounds surface and demand attention. That said, the title suggests the relationship between Claire and Evan is that exactly...an awakening...for both of them. Fans of Cherise Sinclair will enjoyAwakening. Evan is a Dom with a hard past and a heart of gold." -Midwest Galley Girl"This story of these two emotionally needy characters brings this erotica read to a whole other level. The author does a great job of delving into the psyche of both characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and would recommend it with five stars." -ckwlofton~Books & Photos and a little bit of everything else"Elene Sallinger has written strong characters with compelling stories." -Dirty Girls' Good Books Blog"'Awakening' was really an incredible story, it showed how intimate and loving a BDSM relationship can be. Steamy, romantic, AND educational. This book pointed out how a little bit of knowledge (gained from our favorite erotic novels) can be dangerous. If novels have awakened your BDSM side, it pays to do your research before jumping into the lifestyle. " -Mommy Porn"Wow! This was an emotionally charged read! I am still thinking about it!" -"It feels like the reader is initiated into the world of BDSM with Claire, everything is explained, and for once it doesn't all feel too full on. I feel the author did a wonderful job of capturing the emotions of the characters, and letting us, the reader in on them. " -Afternoon Bookery"Elene Sallinger knows how to turn up the heat and strike your pleasure points with a fine leather flogger." -Robert Downs, Top Goodreads Reviewer"The characters were wonderful, just heartbreakingly honest, so real. This was the backbone of the whole book." -Deluged with Books