Unexpected Consequences (Rod and Cane Society, #1) by Cara Bristol

Jan 02, 2013 Michael Dunellen rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: behind-the-chintz-curtain, discipline-of-the-domestic-variety

This review was sponsored by Behind the Chintz Curtain. However, all opinions expressed here are mine alone.

I think "Unheld Conversations" would have been a better title for this book.

Jared is a member of an organisation called the Rod and Cane Society. Personally, I prefer to refer to it by its original name when it was founded back in 1937: The He-Man Woman Haters Club. Therefore, throughout the rest of this review, I am going to call it He-Man for short.

So, anyway, the guys in He-Man are all...more

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May 20, 2013 Lisa Medley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013-books

Wow! I have to say I had never read a book about domestic discipline before Unexpected Consequences. While the lifestyle is not for me, I really enjoyed this book. The writing and use of imagery was superb.

Torn between wanting to look away and not being able to turn the page fast enough, I blazed through this read. The sex is hot, hot, hot!

Not only did I enjoy the setup and the way the story played out, I was so intrigued, I immediately bought the next two in the Rod & Cane series as soon a...more

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Dec 16, 2012 Katerina Kinsley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Cara Bristol isn’t an author – she’s an artist. The page is her canvas; the words are her paint. The descriptive language used in “Unexpected Consequences” took my breath away. For instance, when I read the following line, I literally had to stop reading to fully appreciate the eloquent way Cara describes common restlessness:

“Her thoughts were like the shuttlecock in a badminton game: constantly in play, never at rest, always being batted about.”

“Unexpected Consequences” was full of poetic prose...more Cara Bristol isn’t an author – she’s an artist. The page is her canvas; the words are her paint. The descriptive language used in “Unexpected Consequences” took my breath away. For instance, when I read the following line, I literally had to stop reading to fully appreciate the eloquent way Cara describes common restlessness:

“Her thoughts were like the shuttlecock in a badminton game: constantly in play, never at rest, always being batted about.”

“Unexpected Consequences” was full of poetic prose such as this. Combine that with a great plot line, multidimensional characters, hot and heavy sex, and mind-blowing (or bottom busting) spanking scenes and you get one outstanding spanking novel! Well done, Cara!!

This book largely focuses on the serious side of domestic discipline. Melania, a young virgin bride, overlooks the warnings provided by her groom and enters a DD marriage not fully understanding what she signed up for. The passion and love shared by Melania and Jared blossoms during their first few weeks as newlyweds. When Melania does something that warrants punishment, she is conflicted with her love for her husband and the horror of a lifetime of punishment spankings at his hands. Melania consults other spanked wives, does a lot of soul searching, and finds a way to embrace her husband’s ways.

The disciplinary spankings meted out by Jared are severe and could never been confused with fun spanky-play. Luckily, Cara Bristol treats the reader to a few fun spankings in addition to the seriously severe ones.

The only part of the book that I wrinkled my nose at had to do with Melania’s ignorance. Jared as well as Melania’s parents belong to the Rod and Cane Society, which Melania innocently believes is a prestigious fraternal organization. While I understand that Melania was young, naive, and a bit immature when she marries Jared, it’s hard to believe that she had no idea what the Rod and Cane Society stood for considering it is stated right there in the name.

Cara Bristol did an amazing job with “Unexpected Consequences!” I whole heartedly recommend this to anyone interested in domestic discipline.

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Oct 19, 2012 Tia rated it 4 of 5 stars

Before I Read The Novel:
The description sounds awful kinky, however some of it is about divorce and blah, blah, blah. I can only hope it's a hot read!

In The Novel:
I'm 23 pages in and I can totally feel Melania's thoughts, emotions and actions. The novel was definitely well written. I want to take the paddle and spank her husband!

Side comments: (as I'm reading the novel)
- A society for spankings! WOW!
- Subspace, yummy!

In The Novel:
At the end I grinned. It was cleverly written and I liked it quite...more

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Aug 16, 2012 Guilty Pleasures rated it 3 of 5 stars

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I’ll admit I was a little surprised by this book, Unexpected Consequences. I was expecting a BDSM story but it’s not that at all, not really. That’s not a bad thing; it was just very different from anything I’ve read. Turns out the Rod and Cane Society is a group that advocates and supports relationships based on a foundation of loving discipline. In other words, men have the final say in their households and women are spanked when their spouse or signifi...more Slick's review posted on Guilty Pleasures

I’ll admit I was a little surprised by this book, Unexpected Consequences. I was expecting a BDSM story but it’s not that at all, not really. That’s not a bad thing; it was just very different from anything I’ve read. Turns out the Rod and Cane Society is a group that advocates and supports relationships based on a foundation of loving discipline. In other words, men have the final say in their households and women are spanked when their spouse or significant other feels they’ve stepped out of line. Now, I know this sounds very Stepford Wives, and at first I wasn’t too sure I’d like this book but as I kept reading I found myself intrigued and captivated by this story.

Melania and Jared have been married for two months, in Melania’s eyes it’s been a fairytale. Melania is young (23) and extremely naive. Jared is 12 years older and on the board of the Rod and Cane Society. Melania’s parents are members but we soon find out she has no idea what the society is about. Although she signed a contract of consent before her marriage, she didn’t read it and she soon realizes maybe she should have.

I have to admit I found Melania a little hard to like and somewhat unbelievable. I realize she was sheltered but I find it difficult to understand why someone who works as a court reporter would not read legal documents she was asked to sign prior to her marriage. For some reason, that just doesn’t ring true for me. I also didn’t like that instead of discussing a major incident with her husband she talked to their friend’s wives instead.

Jared while somewhat overbearing is a likeable enough character. I believed he had his wife’s best interests at heart, but I also think he should have made sure she completely understood what being married to him would entail. He could have asked a few questions and figured out quickly that she didn’t read the contract she was required to sign.

Overall while I had a few issues with the characters in this book the plot line was interesting and I found the whole concept of the Rod and Cane society fascinating. I encourage you to read this book with an open mind because it really is very different kind of book. I’m looking forward to what Cara has in store for us in the next book in this series.(less)

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May 08, 2012 Jade Cary rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: domestic-discipline, spanking-romance

That is what Cara Bristol has created here in Unexpected Consequences. Melania loves husband Jared's dominant ways, and accepts his warnings before their marriage of physical retribution for misbehavior with half an ear--and half a heart. But when she makes a mistake and he spanks her, Melania is shocked and hurt. She prepares to leave him, and it is during a dinner party that same night that she meets two other women, part of the Rod and Cane Society, and they give their take--pros and cons--of...more

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Apr 23, 2012 Annabel Joseph rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotica

I think unfortunately a lot of people who aren't into Domestic Discipline are going to read this book, be horrified, and give it one star. That's a shame.

My credentials--I'm a long time devotee of the Domestic Discipline kink, practice it with my husband, been into it for 20 years or so, lol. I usually avoid reading DD romances because so often they seem to be written by people who don't understand or express the emotion and reasoning behind it. Not so here. Cara Bristol's book demonstrated a th...more I think unfortunately a lot of people who aren't into Domestic Discipline are going to read this book, be horrified, and give it one star. That's a shame.

My credentials--I'm a long time devotee of the Domestic Discipline kink, practice it with my husband, been into it for 20 years or so, lol. I usually avoid reading DD romances because so often they seem to be written by people who don't understand or express the emotion and reasoning behind it. Not so here. Cara Bristol's book demonstrated a thorough understanding of everything about DD that makes its followers tick.

From page one I was drawn into Jared and Melania's story. She was a great representative of your average DD gal...loving it at times, but really doubting her sanity at other times! Jared was great as the head-of-household husband who has the best of intentions but also experiences a few problems getting the DD program underway in their new marriage.

I was just so glad to see the subject written about with respect and integrity. You will not find a bratty, brassy DD wife here and you won't find a stiff, blowhard DD husband. They were just both really human, regular people in love who wanted the best for each other. It was sweet to see Jared's conflicts and Melania's process in discovering her place as a DD wife.

Granted, DD kink is not for everyone. This book would probably make some feminists' heads explode, but it's fantasy, it's hot, and that's good enough for me! To make DD work, you have to have two things...an alpha husband and a wife in agreement to be led. If you have a problem with either of those concepts then, no, you won't like this. You will label the woman weak, TSTL, and other such crap. This will be because you don't understand the mindset of women into DD, but whatever. Everyone is entitled to their opinion.

To me, this story is wonderful. Two people find love and connection while having their needs fulfilled in a well written, well balanced story. If you're curious about DD, this is the book to read!! And if you already love DD, then you will find a treasure here. Enjoy! (less)

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Feb 16, 2012 carol rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: spanking, bdsm

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. This is a well written story by Cara Bristol; well edited too, which made it a pleasurable read. It covers the role of physical discipline through spanking or caning of a wife by the man or husband who has taken on the role of Master of the house and all it's relative decisions being his, within marriage,that has been signed and agreed in a prenuptial agreement. The Master of his home and marriage and disciplinarian is husband Jared, a wealthy businessman, who's also a member of the secret The R...more This is a well written story by Cara Bristol; well edited too, which made it a pleasurable read. It covers the role of physical discipline through spanking or caning of a wife by the man or husband who has taken on the role of Master of the house and all it's relative decisions being his, within marriage,that has been signed and agreed in a prenuptial agreement. The Master of his home and marriage and disciplinarian is husband Jared, a wealthy businessman, who's also a member of the secret The Rod & Cane Society and twelve years senior to his new young wife Melania. Melania has been brought up in a middle class family, overindulged by parents, and used to getting out of trouble by her manipulative behaviour, despite her parents being Society members and living this lifestyle themselves, which they kept secret from their daughter. Her marriage is facilitated and agreed between Jared and her parents & to be in line with the discipline of the Societies rules. Melania agreed but didn't read her prenup contract carefully, neither listen nor ask for clarification all of the pre marital pointers re discipline, obeying etc that had occurred. The indulged manipulative child thought she could continue. Her first experience of disciplinary spanking with a paddle calls into question, the serious miscalculation Melania may have made regards her ignorance, or acceptance of these actions of corporal punishment to her derriere, within her newly married life. Though with hindsight and thought she agrees with her bad behavior being wrong also that Jared is warranted with being angry; however, she rejects the spanking, pain and humiliation and her knee jerk reaction is to flee the marriage. Immediate opportunity to do this is denied by circumstances. Time, meeting with other female members who live happily with their corporal punishment in this male dominated spanking society, plus a renewed and lovingly lusty sexuality that ensues and which is beautifully described, changes her mind. A visit to the Society's headquarters, to see other women, many professional or high ranking figures in society who accept, even enjoy this type of marriage & lifestyle reinforces her inclination and acceptance towards it. As she visited and was shown the disciplinarian room I thought a scene would link in but sadly it didn't...I wonder if there will be a follow up story of this Society, I hope so! The scenes were uncomfortable to me personally, yet also enticing and arousing erotically...giving me mixed emotions whether I would or wouldn't like to live that life myself. Remaining difficulties & outcomes I leave to the reader to find out for themselves. Four stars plus. (less)

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Apr 02, 2013 Lina Sacher rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: domestic-discipline

This is the first book by Cara Bristol that I have read and wow, I'm glad I did. I didn't know much about domestic discipline as a practice until I read this book. I've read other books that slant towards domestic discipline and spanking, but I always looked at that as another element of kink and as long as the male was Alpha enough, I didn't really care whether he was spanking the heroine or tying her up or just bossing her around... it's not the activity, but the feel of the characters and the...more This is the first book by Cara Bristol that I have read and wow, I'm glad I did. I didn't know much about domestic discipline as a practice until I read this book. I've read other books that slant towards domestic discipline and spanking, but I always looked at that as another element of kink and as long as the male was Alpha enough, I didn't really care whether he was spanking the heroine or tying her up or just bossing her around... it's not the activity, but the feel of the characters and their interactions that gets and keeps my interest.

Unexpected Consequences is just such a beautiful depiction of what domestic discipline is, how it is practiced, the motivation behind the practice for both parties and how it can solidify and enhance the marriage (or any romantic relationship). Melania and Jared are newlyweds. Jared is the disciplinarian and a spankophile. Melania is an innocent; though she grew up in a domestic discipline household, she chose to be somewhat ignorant about it and when Jared spanks her for the first time, she is shocked. It wrenches her from her "fairyland" into the harsh reality of what being in a spanking relationship really means. It means that when she does something against her husband's wishes, he has the right and responsibility to spank her in order to rein her in. And it hurts. A lot.

Cara Bristol really delved into the emotional rollercoaster that Melania went through to reconcile her love for Jared and her dislike of pain and discipline, yet a longing for it as well. I followed Melania through her journey of self discovery as she tried to figure out whether she loved spanking or hated it and whether it was going to ruin her marriage or add an amazing new layer that brought her closer to Jared. Jared had his own journey as he settled into his role as head of household and loving disciplinarian. There were some hiccups, some self doubt, and some self discovery on his part as well. Ultimately, their love for each other really shone through everything they did and even when they made mistakes, they never lost sight of that love.

This book may be for a niche audience. The gender roles are very traditional here. The husband is head of household and the wife obeys. That may turn some folks off. It's taking D/s to a different level. Or maybe it's different from D/s. I'm not sure, honestly. What I can say is that I really enjoyed the book. The characters were likeable and seemed very real, the spankings were so well written and we got to peek into both Jared's and Melania's head and lived the experience with them. The whole spanking community (The Rod and Cane Society) came to life, with a support system for both the husband and the wife. It was refreshing.. Neither Jared, nor Melania had to deal with everything by themselves. They sought support and advice from others who lived this lifestyle as well.

I recommend this book for anyone who enjoys spanking, traditional gender role relationships, and domestic discipline. Two thumbs up.

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Oct 07, 2011 Shari rated it 4 of 5 stars

I write this review with such mixed emotions. I follow Cara Bristol on Twitter and was intrigued by this book she just released. It is based on domestic discipline. While it sounds a lot like BDSM it is and isn't the same. With domestic discipline, the men are always in charge and the women give up the right to lead the household. The man's word is law and the consequences may range, but in this book it revolves around spanking, be it over the knee, with a paddle or cane.

We meet the main charact...more I write this review with such mixed emotions. I follow Cara Bristol on Twitter and was intrigued by this book she just released. It is based on domestic discipline. While it sounds a lot like BDSM it is and isn't the same. With domestic discipline, the men are always in charge and the women give up the right to lead the household. The man's word is law and the consequences may range, but in this book it revolves around spanking, be it over the knee, with a paddle or cane.

We meet the main characters of this novel after they have already been married a month. The couple have an age gap of twelve years. Jared is 35 years old and grew up with the Rod and Cane Society in his life. Over the years he spanked a few women he dated, but none of them had the staying power to put up with domestic discipline. Melania has also grown up with the Rod and Cane Society in her life, but her parents shielded her completely from it and never explained what it truly meant. In fact, she didn't even know they lived this lifestyle, she had her daddy wrapped around her finger. Jared believes he discussed this enough before the wedding for her to understand, but Melania being who she is agreed with everything he said even if she didn't grasp what it meant.

Melania ignores an order from her husband and tries to hide it, but Jared finds out. He binds and spanks her over a spanking bench they received as a wedding gift from the Rod and Cane Society. This shocks Melania. Jared thought he had made it clear what their marriage entailed, but Melania never really realized what that meant.

After the spanking, Melania decides to leave her husband as soon as her parents get back from vacation, and Jared once again finds out. That evening when they go to bed, Melania once again covers up her true feelings and tells him everything is ok. This is where I blame Jared a lot. He accepts a "we are good" and moves on thinking things are solved. I would think in a marriage where there is domestic discipline, just a we are good isn't enough. It is his responsibility to talk to her, make sure her emotions are in the right place and not just let it all be swept under the rug. This is one of many times I felt Jared failed as the leader of the family. Melania is in no way innocent by any means, but in this world where Jared rules, he should do so making sure his wifes mental well being is taken care of as well.

So here comes the hard part...the book is very well written and betrays domestic discipline pretty accurately, or in my opinion it does since I have never researched it. I enjoyed the different sides of the characters, but often I wanted to stop reading because I didn't like their choices. It's often times hard to separate the characters from the writing. The writing is superb. The characters not so much.

What I really didn't like was when Jared does something wrong in my opinion, but he is not held to the same rules that Melania is. So just because he is the man of the house, he gets a bye. But not Melania...her ass will be red forever if that is how this is run.

Melania is immature and I could not like her for that very reason. Why would you get involved with someone, sign a document that says you will obey and blithely go along not realizing everyone around you is getting their ass spanked? While she grows with the book, I think some of that growth is wrong and doesn't show her as maturing.

So while the book is good, I can't recommend this too much. It is not so much about the love story as is it is more about the growing relationship in domestic discipline. I am giving it a good rating because the writing is very well done. I just can't say I like the story told or the characters in this book. Read it and see what you think.(less)

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Oct 05, 2011 Ranae rated it 5 of 5 stars

I really like a good romantic read with already married characters. Unexpected Consequences is one of those - author Cara Bristol proves that there can still be lots of spicy conflict (and hot sex!) after a hero and heroine exchange vows. Young newlywed Melania willingly agreed to a domestic dicipline marriage to her older husband Jared...but after the honeymoon ends, it quickly becomes apparent that they both have very different ideas of what exactly that means. A pair of stylish red pumps bri...more

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May 14, 2012 Monique rated it 4 of 5 stars

Great read! Looking forward to the next book.

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Feb 13, 2013 Optimist rated it 3 of 5 stars

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Shelves: a-z-challenge, dd

I would classify this as a niche market novella. If you're interested in domestic discipline, you'll probably enjoy this otherwise keep on keepin' on. Yes, its a romance but it's unconventional & it does read a little clinical in its explanation of the lifestyle.

Part of what I found refreshing is Melania struggles to embrace DD as anything but degrading & humiliating, denying its erotic nature despite evidence to the contrary. She's torn between her love for Jared & uncertainty in s...more

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Mar 26, 2013 Lace rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: march_2013_spanking_challenge

Suppose the Rod and Cane Society is one of my new favorites. Presentation of thoughts and feelings seemed realistic. Some questions pondered by Melinda mirrored my own. Melinda, however, was a spoiled Daddy's girl, who twisted and finagled what she wanted without consequence. Guess I would too if the opportunity presented itself.

She thought her new husband would provide the same lack of restrictions/consequences as her father. Much to her surprise, Jared's commitment to domestic discipline was...more

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Jul 08, 2012 Kerry rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: dd, e-book-own, fw, m-f

3.5 stars

I have to say that I am a little disappointed. I expected (and wanted) more dd. This is the story of newlyweds Melania and Jared. Even though Melania had been warned by Jared about his expectations from their marriage, she was shocked when he spanked her after she defied him. The rest of the book was really about Melania learning about the Rod and Cane Society. She talked with other women who were in dd marriages, she learned about the history of the club, and she tried to understand wh...more

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Aug 16, 2012 Casea Major rated it 5 of 5 stars

At some point you have to accept who you are and what you enjoy. If you enjoy discipline spankings with your romance then you will love this book. The characters are complex and compelling. The story is well-written and rounded.

Melania is a young naive newlywed and Jared is her somewhat older husband who is also a member a fraternity of men who believe in spanking their wives. Jared and Melania both consent to this from the beginning, and although Melania understands what's in store, she doesn't...more

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Feb 27, 2013 Kate Richards rated it 5 of 5 stars

I read #3 in this series so I had to go back and begin at the beginning, not because it didn't stand alone...but because I wanted to. I wasn't disappointed!

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Aug 14, 2012 Angela rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: bdsm-kink-ds-taboo, spank-it

Not a bad tale of Domestic Discipline. Melania was a little irritating in her persistent need to ignore all signs of the lifestyle she was heading into even after written and verbal explanations. Yes, she defiantly needed that spanking and maintenance program!!

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Dec 05, 2011 ♆ BookAddict ~ La Crimson Femme rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: the-romance-reviews, bdsm, erotica, domestic-discipline

I swooned in sexual ecstasy reading this book. The phrase running through my mind the entire time was "Spare the rod; spoil the child!" This phrase is one of my favourites and it must be Jared's too.

Jared is newly wed to Melanie. The twelve-year age difference doesn't make him her "daddy", but due to their affiliation to the Rod and Cane Society, he does dole out punishment for her misbehaviour like a father would to a child.

I liked this book because Melanie was spanked and paddled hard for mis...more

I swooned in sexual ecstasy reading this book. The phrase running through my mind the entire time was "Spare the rod; spoil the child!" This phrase is one of my favourites and it must be Jared's too.

Jared is newly wed to Melanie. The twelve-year age difference doesn't make him her "daddy", but due to their affiliation to the Rod and Cane Society, he does dole out punishment for her misbehaviour like a father would to a child.

I liked this book because Melanie was spanked and paddled hard for misbehaving. Perhaps I am tired of women who are "Daddy's little princesses" manipulating people and receiving no consequences. In this book, bad behaviour was treated accordingly and fully laid out prior to the punishment. What I find amusing is that Melanie's father and mother are part of the Rod and Cane Society. Yet Melanie was ignorant to its mission and vision. She knew going into the marriage, there would be punishment which was laid out in detail in the lengthy contract on obedience and correction by her husband. For her, it never connected because she fully believed it would not apply to her. She figured she'd just negotiate her way out of it. Right, basically she wanted to be in control and jerk Jared around.

I can't stand women like this which is probably why I enjoyed this book so much. I reveled in her paddling discipline. I smiled in glee at her shock. I delighted in her inability to con her way out of punishment. I found her struggle to accept her wifely discipline believable. Her question if she could still be married after this jarring to reality was well written. I would have felt empathy for her if she was married in without any warning. Instead, she went into the marriage, eyes wide shut. Because of this willful ignorance, I sided with Jared every time.

Jared is the kind of husband I like. He's the type of husband I married. Jared is stricter than my own spouse, which makes him more attractive to me. I liked how Ms. Bristol wrote from his perspective too. He is the loving caring husband and he isn't flawless. It makes me like him even better. I'm a big supporter of domestic discipline so this story is definitely on my list of recommendations. I'm actually going to pass it along to my husband and highlight the word "maintenance". I'm hoping he'll understand my message.

Since I enjoyed this book so much, one may wonder why it is only a 4 star. The reason is because I wished for more punishment and erotic sex scenes. I would have liked a bit more discipline or discussions of other women being corrected. I also would like to know what happens in the club's discipline room. I do want to commend Ms. Bristol's excellent demonstration of an independent and strong woman who also is a spanked wife. I felt this balance is key. I highly recommend this book to spanking fanatics who enjoy maledom in marriage. I look forward to more domestic discipline books from the talented Ms. Bristol.(less)

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Jul 26, 2012 Marcia rated it 4 of 5 stars

I am starting to love DD books there seem so much sweeter than BDSM, a look into an actual working realistic as in it could happen relationship. Melania a new you wife is in love with her husband. She fully expects him to be the head of the household. She just didn't think she would ever get caught doing anything to warrant a spanking after all she was raised in a household with her father leading the way and her mother his softer balance. I enjoyed this story and will be reading Emma’s next. I...more

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Jan 21, 2013 Amy rated it 1 of 5 stars

DNF

This felt like a "spanking" version of The Stepford Wives. Characters are shallow, no chemistry, no communication. I made it to where the hero initiates his "domestic disciplinary" role and spanks his wife with a paddle because she went against his wishes and bought a pair of shoes. I could not take anymore.

I'm thankful to the friend that loaned me the book to see if I would be interested in the series. The price of $5.09 for 109pgs is ridiculous.

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Jan 13, 2012 Dhympna du Maurier rated it 1 of 5 stars

Shelves: contemporary-romance, erotica-erotic-romance

What is with main characters suffering from willful ignorance? Read like an afternoon special about domestic discipline but with lots of creaming and other horribly cliched euphemisms. The other problem is that the story is terribly shallow and full of faux angst.

I may do a full review later.

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Nov 02, 2011 Keri rated it 3 of 5 stars

I'm not really sure what to say about this book. I liked it. The writting was pretty good. The girl bugged me quite a bit with her childishness - who has repeated discussions - and signs paperwork - that agree to her being spanked as a form of discipline during their marriage and then acts completely surprised when it happens. She just seemed dumb and it was annoying. Plus I became tired of reading the term "Domestic Discipline" over and over again. Yes, we get it. This isn't just some beating o...more

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May 10, 2013 Casey Mckay rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotic-novels

I really liked this book. It starts off a series and gives a glimpse into a life in a new marriage involving domestic discipline. I thought the characters were really well developed and it made me want to read the rest of the series.

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Apr 11, 2013 Heather rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: april-2013-kinky-kovers

Excellent story and series. This book made me want to read the rest of them.

This is a short work and I was able to get through all of the books in this series in 1 sitting because 1. the writing is fantastic and 2. they're not super long.

The theme feels a little taboo so you get that extra thrill when reading this. I really enjoyed the focus on trusting your partner in these books. Very nice.

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Nov 07, 2011 Sue Lyndon rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: contemporary-romance, erotic, spanking

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Feb 22, 2013 Heather Skye rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013, a-z-authors, a-z-charcters, a-z-titles, series-challenge-2013, pushing-boundaries

Way to un-romanticized a good spanking. This is almost dubious consent. Cavemen brought to the 21st century.

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Nov 17, 2011 Vivien Jackson rated it 5 of 5 stars

I personally could not endure this kind of marriage. But by the end of this book, the characters could, and the author sold me on that completely. Nice trick, that, not to mention superb writing.

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Apr 26, 2013 Natasha Knight rated it 4 of 5 stars

I love this series of books. These were my first DD books actually, or contemporary DD books. I love Cara's writing style, she is simply consistently good. Consistent is the key. I read the series out of order but you can, each book stands alone. The first one of the series was my favorite but they all tell a great story. I think people who aren't into Domestic Discipline (but would read it for the BDSM/spanking association) will not like this series only for the whole idea of DD, but I say live...more

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Feb 04, 2012 Sara rated it 1 of 5 stars

I rarely dismiss a heroine as too stupid to live, but I couldn't even make it through the first chapter, this woman annoyed me so much. whiney, clueless, ugh.

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