Sweet Surrender (Sweet Series #1)

She needed a strong man

Faith has always been missing that strong take charge man in her life. Something has been missing with all the relationships she has had before. However, when Gray (a cop on leave) starts working at her family's security company there are definant sparks and Faith tries to persue it. But Gray is only there to keep an eye on Faith because her mother is in a relationship with the man that killed Gray's partner. The killer has never been caught and Gray is trying to rectify that, without letting anyone know why he is there. Even though Faith is trying to get Gray's attention because she knows he is attracted to her he is having none of Faith. Until one night he finds Faith at the local BDSM club naked and strapped to a whipping stand. She is receiving some light spanking from a BDSM club's member and she is not feeling satisified in her search for the ultimate domination. Then Gray decides to step in and prove a point to her with a real paddleing. But things go totally astray when Faith not only enjoys the whipping but sets his body on fire.

I totally loved this story. It has the action, sex, domination.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Who wonldn't

Who wouldn't want a man to take control in the bedroom? I don't know of one person who really wouldn't! I love the plot and erotic sence's. But i couldn't figure out for the life of me way didn't Faith go for Damon just for the nite he seemed more than willing! But when Faith and Gray finally hooked up the story HEATED up as well!!!!Not disappointed at all. M B did a fantastic JOB:) HAT'S OFF TO YOU.

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

It was pretty good...

I have read a number of erotic romance novels, and while this one is good, its not necessary about 'surrender' like the title says. Its somewhat entertaining and some of the sex scenes are hot... I just got irritated with the constant back and forth of the two main characters in this book. Normally I like the back and forth because it makes it all that much better when the two (or three) people get together, but in this case it slightly irritated me. It was a little 'meh' for me.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

heated investigative romantic suspense

Mick Winslow and Grayson Montgomery share in common Alex and police work although the former is retired and the latter is on sick leave. Mick was his father while Gray was his partner on the Dallas PD. Both grieve his death and want his killer caught, but the department has failed as they hold the late Alex culpable for ¿blatant disregard of duty¿. The older man provides Gray with a name, Eric Samuels. Gray takes six months leave and travels to Houston where Faith Malone is the only lead to Eric as her mother vanished with the cop killer just after he squeezed the trigger. --- Faith dreams of her sexual fantasies being fulfilled by a loving dominant hunk. When she meets Gray she thinks he might be perfect for her SWEET SURRENDER. As they fall in love, she knows he is hiding something from her Gray has not lost sight of his quest to catch his partner¿s killer. --- This heated investigative romantic suspense is a terrific tale because of the Dallas cop who knows he is in love when he realizes his submissive SWEET SURRENDER is in peril. Faith and Gray are a wonderful pairing with some light bondage in the boudoir and plenty of love outside of it. Fans will feel Mick¿s tormented frustration that enhances an intense transfixing thriller. --- Harriet Klausner

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

I'll Surrender...

After reading the KGI series by Maya Banks, I knew that I simply had to get my hands on everything written by her. I was not disappointed with the introduction and 1st entry to the Sweet series. Maya has a way of writing a very heartfelt love story with just the right amount of erotica in it. Often times when reading erotica you feel like the story is only about the sex with just a couple of obligatory plot lines mixed in. Sweet Surrender, IMHO, was definitely not in that category! Gray & Faith were too very strong characters that I rooted for the entire book. Even though the plot arc was pretty predictable, I still loved the story & loved that Gray & Faith both knew what they wanted and weren't scared to make it known or to settle for less. Can't wait for the next one!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Sweetly Enticed 4 1/2 Stars!!

I appreciated the tight knit characters that are all involved within this storyline.

Especially the initial spark between Gray & Faith, was greater than either realized, it literally took them both for a lope. Their connection was rock-solid, then edgy, finally mind-blowing orgasmic (between the major kink & BDSM involved).

However, the story began to fizzle. Gray & Faith's relationship had too much of the back & forth, not knowing what either of them truly wanted. I completely understand the reasons Gray wanted to keep Faith at a distance, but there were plenty of scenes that could have been left out, it started to drag.

Unfortunately it got to the point, that I really didn't wish to continue. Even though the lovemaking scenes were a total mind-f**k. And the brazen act between Gray, Faith, & someone who will not be mentioned (sorry I'm not going to spoil the surprise) was unbelievably, and catastrophically delicious.

Ultimately, I'm willing to give the rest of this series and Ms. Banks another chance. She won't be the first, and definitely not the last author that has received "mixed" reviews on some of her other collaborations. For this novel, Ms. Banks I'm sorry I have to give it 4 1/2 Stars!!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

GREAT BOOK!!

I love this book, the love story is great but it has a lot of action tied in so it keeps you turning pages. The sex is great and new, it does not just keep repeating the same scenes. Every time is new and different from the last. I will for sure reread this book and I have already bought the next book in the series. You will love all the characters and want to know how they find their love.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Hot Book

I loved this book! Read in a day. Will be reading this book again. I have recommended it. Hot sex! Good story. I love Maya Banks books, she is a great author! Good cover. I read this book in an airport waiting for my flight. The man sitting across from me kept smiling at me. I also read on the plane and the man sitting next to me asked me what I was reading. The look on his face was priceless. I told him I had been gone for 18 days and my husband was picking me up from the airport. Had a nice happy reunion when we finally got home! Lucky me!

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Very sweet.

What I liked most about this one was the seduction and the eroticism didn't get too out of hand or over the top. It was a good, solid read that was romantic and also hot.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Fun, sexy read

Great escape from reality! I really enjoyed the characters in this series and the storylines are lots of fun, made me laugh out loud and really enjoyed the steamy sex scenes.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Awesome

Awesome! That is all I have to say.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Arousing story!

I really enjoyed this arousing story by Maya Banks! The romance between Faith and Gray is captivating and the BDSM parts very sensuous. I'd recommend this one to fans of the genre any day!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

So Amazingly hot and sweet

This book is a must read for anyone that likes Maya Banks. She hit it out of the park with this one. A wonderful story about a woman learning that it takes someone with great strength to give control over to her lover and takes a very special man to earn that right. Both characters are thrilling to read and you can't wait for the next round in their sparing match. Heartbreak, fear, and danger abound and you are kept guessing to the very end. Can't wait to read the stories of the secondary characters. And Let's not forget to mention the very intensely sensual and sexual love scene, for they cannot be miscounted. Definitely a must read.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Great Read!

I really enjoyed this book and will read more.

This is a great start to a series.

This book is a great start to the series. I loved the story and could not wait to read the other books in the collection. Great writing

Story line compares to 50 BUT....

#1 was good....but it doesnt relay the feeling written like 50 shades! Although the story lines are comparable i didnt faall in love like i did with christian and THATS what im finding hard to compare....everything is humdrum i ncomparison! ALSO iwish it would have said somewhere that it was only 256 pgs for $12.99 note sure it was worth the money!!

4 pages for a sample?

I bought the $13 book anyway but you should read consider providing us with more than 4 pages for the sample. That does not give us a taste of your writing style or the story line. It may be B&N's decision so I'll make sure I review the actual book too. Came across your series after getting hooked on Fifty Shades of Grey.

Sweet Surrender

This book is great. It is a mixture of pleasure, romance, drama, and love. I would recommend this book to others who enjoy this type of book/reading. It is a great start to this series! I have never read a book by Maya Banks before, but im hooked now.

I love Bella Andre and I would say if you like her you'll also enjoy reading Maya Banks!

Sexy but sweet

This is a great romance with enough spice to keep your interest. I really liked this book, it is a softer entre into the world more fully explored in later installments.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Love Maya Banks! Always checking to see if she has any new releases.

She is definitely on of the authors I look for when I'm @ the book store. She won't let you down-HOT!

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