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Steele Brothers #1
Catch Me
Rick Steele has avoided relationships since he caught his fiancée cheating, but when he’s talked into a one night stand through Madame Eve, he’s not prepared for his emotional and physical reaction to his date. Tara shows him a raw passion and honesty he’s never encountered. For the first time, Rick wants more than one night, but he needs to catch her first...
Tara Denton escaped a brutal past and needs one night with a stranger to get beyond her sexual and emotional limitations. On the brink of recovering her strength and independence, she wants nothing to do with a relationship. But Rick Steele does more than rock her body…he rocks her heart. Tara has to make a choice, but is she ready to get caught?
Tara Denton escaped a brutal past and needs one night with a stranger to get beyond her sexual and emotional limitations. On the brink of recovering her strength and independence, she wants nothing to do with a relationship. But Rick Steele does more than rock her body…he rocks her heart. Tara has to make a choice, but is she ready to get caught?
46 pages, ebook
First published February 1, 2012
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Jennifer Probst
120 books10.2k followersJennifer Probst wrote her first book at twelve years old. She bound it in a folder, read it to her classmates, and hasn’t stopped writing since. She holds a masters in English Literature and lives in the beautiful Hudson Valley in upstate New York. Her family keeps her active, stressed, joyous, and sad her house will never be truly clean. Her passions include horse racing, Scrabble, rescue dogs, Italian food, and wine—not necessarily in that order.
She is the NYT, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of sexy and erotic contemporary romance. She was thrilled her book, The Marriage Bargain, spent 26 weeks on the NY Times. Her work has been translated in over a dozen countries, sold over a million copies, and was dubbed a "romance phenom" by Kirkus Reviews. She loves hearing from readers. Visit her website for updates on new releases at www.jenniferprobst.com. Sign up of her newsletter at www.jenniferprobst.com/newsletter for a free book.
She is the NYT, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of sexy and erotic contemporary romance. She was thrilled her book, The Marriage Bargain, spent 26 weeks on the NY Times. Her work has been translated in over a dozen countries, sold over a million copies, and was dubbed a "romance phenom" by Kirkus Reviews. She loves hearing from readers. Visit her website for updates on new releases at www.jenniferprobst.com. Sign up of her newsletter at www.jenniferprobst.com/newsletter for a free book.
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October 28, 2015
4 Stars!
(ARC provided by author)
-Rick Steele is living in Vegas and works dealing cards in a casino. He hasn't been with a woman in a while & his buddy gives him a business card to an exclusive club that fulfills fantasies without the hassle of expectations. FANTA C is just about mutual enjoyment. You tell them what you are looking for and they match you up for one night with someone with similar tastes. Rick finally makes the call and meets up with a woman named Tara Denton.
Tara isn't anything like Rick expected & he is shocked by their strong connection, & the fact that he is wanting more than one night with her. What starts out as a night of extreme pleasure turns into a lot more when both Rick & Tara can't get enough of each other. Things turn intense between them. Tara isn't in a place in her life where she's ready for a relationship, but Rick pursues her & eventually convinces her to give them a real chance. This book had all the things I love about a Jennifer Probst book. A fantastic story, smoking hot chemistry, but it also was a bit dirtier & I LOVED it! It is more erotica than her other books & sinfully delicious!!! Can't wait for more of the Steele brothers! :D
-He'd never been with a woman who gave him such an honest, open surrender.
-"This is what you do to me. From the moment I laid eyes on you, I wanted you. By the end of the night, you're going to believe it, sweetheart. Make no mistake."
(ARC provided by author)
-Rick Steele is living in Vegas and works dealing cards in a casino. He hasn't been with a woman in a while & his buddy gives him a business card to an exclusive club that fulfills fantasies without the hassle of expectations. FANTA C is just about mutual enjoyment. You tell them what you are looking for and they match you up for one night with someone with similar tastes. Rick finally makes the call and meets up with a woman named Tara Denton.
Tara isn't anything like Rick expected & he is shocked by their strong connection, & the fact that he is wanting more than one night with her. What starts out as a night of extreme pleasure turns into a lot more when both Rick & Tara can't get enough of each other. Things turn intense between them. Tara isn't in a place in her life where she's ready for a relationship, but Rick pursues her & eventually convinces her to give them a real chance. This book had all the things I love about a Jennifer Probst book. A fantastic story, smoking hot chemistry, but it also was a bit dirtier & I LOVED it! It is more erotica than her other books & sinfully delicious!!! Can't wait for more of the Steele brothers! :D
-He'd never been with a woman who gave him such an honest, open surrender.
-"This is what you do to me. From the moment I laid eyes on you, I wanted you. By the end of the night, you're going to believe it, sweetheart. Make no mistake."
November 3, 2015
Title: Catch Me
Series: (Steele Brothers, #1)
Author: Jennifer Probst
Genre: Adult Contemporary Romance
Rating: 3.5-Stars
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♥ (The Steele Brothers, #1) Catch Me
♥ (The Steele Brothers, #2) Play Me
♥ (The Steele Brothers, #3) Dare Me
♥ (The Steele Brothers, #4) Beg Me
After Rick Steele caught his fiancee cheating on him with his groomsman, he packed his bags and headed to Vegas. There, he healed his broken heart with the wild life of sin-city: the cha-ching of casinos and everywhere is sex—until he realized that waking up to different faces in different places left nothing but a hollow ache in his heart.
So when his friend talks him into using the highly-selective, oh-so exclusive FANTA-C matchmaking service, Rick decides to indulge in one night of sex with a stranger. But when he sees his date, sitting all alone—red hair gleaming, pink lips pouting, slim fingers nervously twiddling with the straw on her hot-pink drink—Rick still isn't prepared for the strong rush of longing to be inside her, to be with her.
He waited one beat. Two.
She lifted her head.
A strange longing rose up and caught him in a chokehold. Her eyes widened as they locked with his. The anxious worry he glimpsed deep in their depths caused a protectiveness to surge from within. His second thought centered on what she would look like when he thrust deep inside her and brought her to orgasm.
He hardened instantly. Son of a bitch. It was going to end up being an interesting night after all.
And Tara isn't prepared for the imposing, blonde-haired, big-shouldered man to be her FANTA-C, one-night stand match. She requested someone to help her learn to accept her body, to accept a man's touch for pleasure—not the pain that's trapped in the past, like the scars on her skin.
Rick and Tara's attraction toward one another is strong and immediate; their one-night of sex developing into one-night of a foundation of trust building into love. Although no matter the bliss Rick does to her body, Tara refuses her mind and soul to ever be possessed by a man again—but naturally-dominant Rick wants nothing more than to posses her...over and over again.
He wanted to make her scream with delight, to cry his name as she orgasmed until she couldn’t remember the last time another man ever laid a hand on her. Possessiveness was not a natural part of him, but he didn’t fight the urge. Instead, he embraced the basic male tendency to hunt. Conquer. Claim.
Overall, Catch Me (The Steele Brothers, #1) by Jennifer Probst was a simply-sweet, light-BDSM, romantic novella about healing from the cuts of betrayal, to mend with a love that stains the skin deeper than any scar.
GOOD AS A WILDFLOWER GETS:
October 31, 2015
A deliciously sweet and hot erotic novella with light dominance and submission.
Rick Steele shouldn’t have difficulty finding company of the female variety. But after he broke off his relationship with his deceitful fiancée, he’s focused on his career and put dating on the backburner. Until a friend convinces him to arrange a date through a very exclusive and private organization that will only call him if they find his perfect match. Unconvinced but decided to follow through he’s shocked by his physical and emotional response to Tara. Can he convince her to give him more than one night? Can he Catch her for forever?
Tara Denton had fallen prisoner to man who scarred her emotionally and physically. She found the will and strength to escape though, and has almost completely regained her freedom. She’s only looking for a man and one night to help her get back her body. Even though a Thor-like domineering man like Rick is the last thing she imagined for a date, what she finds with him is more than sexual freedom. The connection they forge goes straight to her heart. But Tara doesn’t ever want jump into another relationship, much less after just one night.
The pull between Rick and Tara is instant and intense. The matchmaking agency did more than pair two people looking for a casual night of sexual fulfilment. Over the course of incredibly steamy hours, they share more of each other than they could’ve imagined, building trust and affection through tenderness and provocatively tender touches.
I loved how Rick’s natural tendency to protect helps Tara see that her scars are indication of her survival. I enjoyed how he was patient, supportive and tender yet demanding, how he understood her need for space and gave it to her. I felt for Tara’s past, but admired her strength as much as Rick did, and love how she in turn helps Rick heal the wounds cause by betrayal.
Being that Catch Me is classified as an erotic novella the sexy factor is a given. But I would like to mention that it hardly feels like one because Jennifer Probst balances both the steam and emotional marvelously.
Catch Me is novella #1 in Steele Brothers series by Jennifer Probst. Told from both point of view and a happy ending. It can be read as a standalone.
Amazon US -> http://amzn.to/20iruzS
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Inkslinger Promotions. The excerpts are from that copy. *
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Rick Steele shouldn’t have difficulty finding company of the female variety. But after he broke off his relationship with his deceitful fiancée, he’s focused on his career and put dating on the backburner. Until a friend convinces him to arrange a date through a very exclusive and private organization that will only call him if they find his perfect match. Unconvinced but decided to follow through he’s shocked by his physical and emotional response to Tara. Can he convince her to give him more than one night? Can he Catch her for forever?
It surprised him that her marks made him want her more, to replace the horror with memories of pleasure. “He was a bastard, Tara. But no one will ever hurt you again. Close your eyes and relax. Enjoy my touch.”
Tara Denton had fallen prisoner to man who scarred her emotionally and physically. She found the will and strength to escape though, and has almost completely regained her freedom. She’s only looking for a man and one night to help her get back her body. Even though a Thor-like domineering man like Rick is the last thing she imagined for a date, what she finds with him is more than sexual freedom. The connection they forge goes straight to her heart. But Tara doesn’t ever want jump into another relationship, much less after just one night.
“Trust was implicit in a good relationship, and he used to pride himself on his ability to sniff out a liar a mile away. He lost his confidence in his own abilities, just like Tara lost her trust.”
The pull between Rick and Tara is instant and intense. The matchmaking agency did more than pair two people looking for a casual night of sexual fulfilment. Over the course of incredibly steamy hours, they share more of each other than they could’ve imagined, building trust and affection through tenderness and provocatively tender touches.
“This man gave his heart and soul without holding back.”
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“Tara held the soul of a giver, and a man would be safe giving her his trust.”
I loved how Rick’s natural tendency to protect helps Tara see that her scars are indication of her survival. I enjoyed how he was patient, supportive and tender yet demanding, how he understood her need for space and gave it to her. I felt for Tara’s past, but admired her strength as much as Rick did, and love how she in turn helps Rick heal the wounds cause by betrayal.
“Tara Denton had wrecked his world. He’d never been with a woman who gave him such an honest, open surrender.”
Being that Catch Me is classified as an erotic novella the sexy factor is a given. But I would like to mention that it hardly feels like one because Jennifer Probst balances both the steam and emotional marvelously.
Catch Me is novella #1 in Steele Brothers series by Jennifer Probst. Told from both point of view and a happy ending. It can be read as a standalone.
Amazon US -> http://amzn.to/20iruzS
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Inkslinger Promotions. The excerpts are from that copy. *
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December 30, 2015
3.5 Sexy Stars!!
This was a very short sweet, sexy, steamy novella. Not a lot of depth their story due to how short the story is, but the H&h seemed to connect on a deep level....I'd have liked to see more closure with Rick and Tara, hopefully we'll see more of their budding love affair in the rest "Steele Brothers" novellas.
This was a very short sweet, sexy, steamy novella. Not a lot of depth their story due to how short the story is, but the H&h seemed to connect on a deep level....I'd have liked to see more closure with Rick and Tara, hopefully we'll see more of their budding love affair in the rest "Steele Brothers" novellas.
October 30, 2015
A sweetly hot quicky!
Rick is going through a dry spell and on the suggestion of his friend he joins a club called FANTA C. The club offers specially selected hook ups with a like-minded partner for one night only. All he really expects is a date followed by a night of hot sex, but when he sets his eyes on Tara he’s blown away. Not at all what he was expecting Tara is shy and clearly wounded, but yet so honest and brave in what she’s looking for.
Tara has suffered a lot at the hands of her ex-boyfriend and is covered in the scars to prove it. In an attempt to move on with her life and gain some control over her sexuality she joined FANTA C so she could do just that with that without the worry of getting hooked into a relationship and owned by another man.
During their night together they both open up and heal each other, and soon a meaningful connection is formed. Rick is a Dom but this book was not full blown BDSM. There was a teeny bit of domination but what struck me most was how he used kindness and compassion to push Tara’s limits and seduced her into submission. I found that extremely refreshing!
Busting at the seams with some sizzling sexy times, this book is a great bit of smutty escapism sprinkled with sweetness. No needless drama or droning on and on about past hurts, this book does exactly what it says on the bottle, just a quick and sexy read.
(ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review)
Rick is going through a dry spell and on the suggestion of his friend he joins a club called FANTA C. The club offers specially selected hook ups with a like-minded partner for one night only. All he really expects is a date followed by a night of hot sex, but when he sets his eyes on Tara he’s blown away. Not at all what he was expecting Tara is shy and clearly wounded, but yet so honest and brave in what she’s looking for.
Tara has suffered a lot at the hands of her ex-boyfriend and is covered in the scars to prove it. In an attempt to move on with her life and gain some control over her sexuality she joined FANTA C so she could do just that with that without the worry of getting hooked into a relationship and owned by another man.
During their night together they both open up and heal each other, and soon a meaningful connection is formed. Rick is a Dom but this book was not full blown BDSM. There was a teeny bit of domination but what struck me most was how he used kindness and compassion to push Tara’s limits and seduced her into submission. I found that extremely refreshing!
Busting at the seams with some sizzling sexy times, this book is a great bit of smutty escapism sprinkled with sweetness. No needless drama or droning on and on about past hurts, this book does exactly what it says on the bottle, just a quick and sexy read.
(ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review)
February 19, 2012
- This is a score sheet review.
- For the full review with the score please visit MBR's Realm of Romance
Score Sheet Summary:
Jennifer Probst always tells a good story. That unbeatable combination of likable characters, searing heat and sensuality that just melts you right on the spot and beneath all that her ability to convey the story that she has to tell is one of the reasons why I flat-out adore her books.
Catch Me is a very short and quick read that is part of the 1 Night Stand series from Decadent Publishing. Rick Steele is a man who refuses to allow himself to acknowledge that he is lonely, that he misses that elusive something which he doesn’t want to name. Rick allows himself to be talked into indulging in a one night stand, arranged by the infamous Madame Evangeline’s 1Night Stand dating service.
Tara Denton is a woman who has been scarred both on the inside and the outside by her previous boyfriend. Looking for a man who would teach her to look beyond the fear that cripples her whenever she tries to initiate physical intimacy, Tara doesn’t envision the “Thor” like personality that obliterates everything else that surrounds her to be the man to break past her barriers.
Their attraction towards one another is an immediate one that brings down the walls of resistance that Tara has built around herself. But one thing remains certain in Tara’s mind even as she gives herself over to the man whose tender, demanding and evocative touch brings her pleasure beyond anything she has imagined; that come morning she would leave because she doesn’t want to be beholden to any man ever again.
It was seeing Rick through Tara’s eyes that made me fall for him – big time. From the moment Tara envisioned Thor, I was hooked line and sinker. Tara’s vulnerability reached out to me from the very beginning and I wanted all good things for her, things I knew that Rick would be able to give her once she gave herself up to his magical touch. And Rick did that and much more, giving her the space she needed in order to believe in herself and her ability to be loved and desired by a man who wanted to love and cherish her until death does them apart.
Recommended for fans of Jennifer Probst and fans of red-hot novellas! You cannot go wrong with a Jennifer Probst.
Rating=4.25/5
Quotes included below the review!
- For the full review with the score please visit MBR's Realm of Romance
Score Sheet Summary:
Jennifer Probst always tells a good story. That unbeatable combination of likable characters, searing heat and sensuality that just melts you right on the spot and beneath all that her ability to convey the story that she has to tell is one of the reasons why I flat-out adore her books.
Catch Me is a very short and quick read that is part of the 1 Night Stand series from Decadent Publishing. Rick Steele is a man who refuses to allow himself to acknowledge that he is lonely, that he misses that elusive something which he doesn’t want to name. Rick allows himself to be talked into indulging in a one night stand, arranged by the infamous Madame Evangeline’s 1Night Stand dating service.
Tara Denton is a woman who has been scarred both on the inside and the outside by her previous boyfriend. Looking for a man who would teach her to look beyond the fear that cripples her whenever she tries to initiate physical intimacy, Tara doesn’t envision the “Thor” like personality that obliterates everything else that surrounds her to be the man to break past her barriers.
Their attraction towards one another is an immediate one that brings down the walls of resistance that Tara has built around herself. But one thing remains certain in Tara’s mind even as she gives herself over to the man whose tender, demanding and evocative touch brings her pleasure beyond anything she has imagined; that come morning she would leave because she doesn’t want to be beholden to any man ever again.
It was seeing Rick through Tara’s eyes that made me fall for him – big time. From the moment Tara envisioned Thor, I was hooked line and sinker. Tara’s vulnerability reached out to me from the very beginning and I wanted all good things for her, things I knew that Rick would be able to give her once she gave herself up to his magical touch. And Rick did that and much more, giving her the space she needed in order to believe in herself and her ability to be loved and desired by a man who wanted to love and cherish her until death does them apart.
Recommended for fans of Jennifer Probst and fans of red-hot novellas! You cannot go wrong with a Jennifer Probst.
Rating=4.25/5
Quotes included below the review!
February 26, 2012
Sexy, steamy and sweet read by a favorite author! Enjoyed this one.
October 29, 2015
ARC provided by author in exchange for an honest review
Catch Me by Jennifer Probst is a quick, hot sexy erotic second chance romance. As always, Ms. Probst reels you in with her sensual and touching story-line of a young woman rediscovering her inner strength, beauty and confidence. When Rick Steele meets Tara Denton through an exclusive club that fulfills fantasies, he was instantaneously attracted to her beauty and the strong connection that they shared that one night. But unfortunately for Tara, she was not at that point in her life to start a relationship after being in an abusive relationship for years. Will Rick be able to show Tara that he will wait for her? And will Tara be able to realize that her scars do not define her?
Personally, there is nothing like reading a Jennifer Probst book. She has a way of making you smile after each book. I enjoyed reading this quick novella but wished for a little more in the ending since it was a bit abrupt for me. But overall, Ms. Probst will douse you with hot steamy romance that is filled with hope and new beginnings for Tara an Rick.
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...Jennifer Probst
Catch Me by Jennifer Probst is a quick, hot sexy erotic second chance romance. As always, Ms. Probst reels you in with her sensual and touching story-line of a young woman rediscovering her inner strength, beauty and confidence. When Rick Steele meets Tara Denton through an exclusive club that fulfills fantasies, he was instantaneously attracted to her beauty and the strong connection that they shared that one night. But unfortunately for Tara, she was not at that point in her life to start a relationship after being in an abusive relationship for years. Will Rick be able to show Tara that he will wait for her? And will Tara be able to realize that her scars do not define her?
Personally, there is nothing like reading a Jennifer Probst book. She has a way of making you smile after each book. I enjoyed reading this quick novella but wished for a little more in the ending since it was a bit abrupt for me. But overall, Ms. Probst will douse you with hot steamy romance that is filled with hope and new beginnings for Tara an Rick.
Review can also be found on Four Chicks Flipping Pages: http://fourchicksflippingpages.weebly...Jennifer Probst
May 22, 2020
5 Star review of Catch Me (The Steele Brothers #1) by Jennifer Probst
Audio Review:
Although this was only a short listen, Jennifer Probst certainly packed lot in to the story. I really liked both Rick Steele and Tara Denton from the first chapter.
Narrator Matthew Williamson is new to me and I enjoyed listening to his performance as he brought the story to life for me. FANTA-C the agency where you can experience the fantasy you have dreamed of was an interesting concept and had me intrigued.
Both have been burnt in the past and neither want a relationship, particularly Tara who escaped an abusive relationship. However neither count on the chemistry that immediately sizzles between them. I liked how all in Rick was and that he took his time to show Tara that she could trust him.
Is anyone deserved a happily ever after it is Tara and I really cheered them on.
Audio Review:
Although this was only a short listen, Jennifer Probst certainly packed lot in to the story. I really liked both Rick Steele and Tara Denton from the first chapter.
Narrator Matthew Williamson is new to me and I enjoyed listening to his performance as he brought the story to life for me. FANTA-C the agency where you can experience the fantasy you have dreamed of was an interesting concept and had me intrigued.
Both have been burnt in the past and neither want a relationship, particularly Tara who escaped an abusive relationship. However neither count on the chemistry that immediately sizzles between them. I liked how all in Rick was and that he took his time to show Tara that she could trust him.
Is anyone deserved a happily ever after it is Tara and I really cheered them on.
June 27, 2018
I so enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read the rest of the series!
This book made me so happy!
This book made me so happy!
October 26, 2015
This is a quick, erotic story in a newly-revised and released Steele Brothers series. I cannot comment on the previous story, as I didn't read it.
Rick Steele is a dealer in Vegas. He's been jilted and he's jaded. His buddy convinces him to sign up for FANTA C, a one night stand service that guarantees a perfect match. Rick's not convinced, but he is wowed by curvy Tara who shows up for their date.
Tara is just getting on her feet after spending three plus years with an abuser she had to disappear from. Her body is covered in scars and cigarette burns from her ex. That's nothing compared to her emotional wounds, however. She's afraid of Rick, on account of him being so big and sexy. How could he ever find her desirable?
Well, Rick's a (supposed) Dom and he needs to make his partners feel safe and cherished. He works all of Tara's insecurities to the outer limits. I liked their chemistry, and how compassionate Rick was. Her really did give Tara a fantastic night, and he wanted more and more of her. Today, tomorrow and for the foreseeable future.
She declined, on account of still needing to take care of herself outside of a relationship, but there's a reconnection to be made, and happiness to find.
This is a short, sexy read that is way low on the BDSM scale. Mostly there's a teeny bit of domination. Rick claims to enjoy bondage, but Tara will not submit to that after her dark history of abuse. Still, they find a pleasurable middle ground. I think this took me just over an hour to read, so mark it down if you need an erotic lunch break.
Rick Steele is a dealer in Vegas. He's been jilted and he's jaded. His buddy convinces him to sign up for FANTA C, a one night stand service that guarantees a perfect match. Rick's not convinced, but he is wowed by curvy Tara who shows up for their date.
Tara is just getting on her feet after spending three plus years with an abuser she had to disappear from. Her body is covered in scars and cigarette burns from her ex. That's nothing compared to her emotional wounds, however. She's afraid of Rick, on account of him being so big and sexy. How could he ever find her desirable?
Well, Rick's a (supposed) Dom and he needs to make his partners feel safe and cherished. He works all of Tara's insecurities to the outer limits. I liked their chemistry, and how compassionate Rick was. Her really did give Tara a fantastic night, and he wanted more and more of her. Today, tomorrow and for the foreseeable future.
She declined, on account of still needing to take care of herself outside of a relationship, but there's a reconnection to be made, and happiness to find.
This is a short, sexy read that is way low on the BDSM scale. Mostly there's a teeny bit of domination. Rick claims to enjoy bondage, but Tara will not submit to that after her dark history of abuse. Still, they find a pleasurable middle ground. I think this took me just over an hour to read, so mark it down if you need an erotic lunch break.
October 29, 2015
ARC REVIEW
I love Jennifer Probst, and when I started reading her books a couple years ago I never expected her to write in the genre of BDSM. But WOW! I am blown away, it's a nice subtle theme in the book. I was very impressed. The characters are battling their own demons and past hurts, connect for one night of passion. Tara to prove to herself that she is a sexual creature despite what he ex said she can move past the fear he instilled in her. Rick is stuck in a rut, all the mindless encounters since he found his fiance cheating on him, have gotten old and he needs some connection.
Tara is a natural submissive, she loves to please. But her last relationship he abused Tara's need to please horribly; so that when she finally go the courage to move on she was badly scarred mentally and physically. Tara opted for a night with a man who would be gentle with her; with her being extremely self conscious she thought that is what she needed, what she got was Rick. Rick takes on look at Tara and knows their is something special about her, and after one night with her he doesn't want to let her go. Rick is willing to teach and show Tara everything about how a relationship should be. Tara still scared is hesitant; Rick is patient and knows the best thing for her.
This story was a great quick erotica read. I never expected this from Jennifer Probst and it has shown how versatile she can be as an author.
I love Jennifer Probst, and when I started reading her books a couple years ago I never expected her to write in the genre of BDSM. But WOW! I am blown away, it's a nice subtle theme in the book. I was very impressed. The characters are battling their own demons and past hurts, connect for one night of passion. Tara to prove to herself that she is a sexual creature despite what he ex said she can move past the fear he instilled in her. Rick is stuck in a rut, all the mindless encounters since he found his fiance cheating on him, have gotten old and he needs some connection.
Tara is a natural submissive, she loves to please. But her last relationship he abused Tara's need to please horribly; so that when she finally go the courage to move on she was badly scarred mentally and physically. Tara opted for a night with a man who would be gentle with her; with her being extremely self conscious she thought that is what she needed, what she got was Rick. Rick takes on look at Tara and knows their is something special about her, and after one night with her he doesn't want to let her go. Rick is willing to teach and show Tara everything about how a relationship should be. Tara still scared is hesitant; Rick is patient and knows the best thing for her.
This story was a great quick erotica read. I never expected this from Jennifer Probst and it has shown how versatile she can be as an author.
October 30, 2015
This was a great sexy, hot short from Jennifer Probst.
The story is about Rick who is dealer at a Las Vagas casino. Rick's not had much luck with women just recently so a friend gives him a card for a club that gives it members a chance for their fantasies to come true. This where Tara comes in as she is the women who is set up with Rick to recreate each other fantasies. However Tara had a bad experience with men after her ex left her with both emotional and physical scars. Tara only want's one night with Rick she doesn't feel ready for any more. After one night together they part ways however Rick can't forget Tara so he give her time and then peruses Tara to try and give them a chance.
Although this is a really short read I loved the plot, there are plenty of really hot, steamy scenes and great chemistry between Rick and Tara. I loved how patient Rick was with Tara. As Jen warns readers at the start of the book this book is different from Jennifer's other books as it got more elements of BDSM but for me it only contained very light BDSM compared to other BDSM I have read. I really enjoyed this short story and I look forward to read the Steel Brothers Books.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review
The story is about Rick who is dealer at a Las Vagas casino. Rick's not had much luck with women just recently so a friend gives him a card for a club that gives it members a chance for their fantasies to come true. This where Tara comes in as she is the women who is set up with Rick to recreate each other fantasies. However Tara had a bad experience with men after her ex left her with both emotional and physical scars. Tara only want's one night with Rick she doesn't feel ready for any more. After one night together they part ways however Rick can't forget Tara so he give her time and then peruses Tara to try and give them a chance.
Although this is a really short read I loved the plot, there are plenty of really hot, steamy scenes and great chemistry between Rick and Tara. I loved how patient Rick was with Tara. As Jen warns readers at the start of the book this book is different from Jennifer's other books as it got more elements of BDSM but for me it only contained very light BDSM compared to other BDSM I have read. I really enjoyed this short story and I look forward to read the Steel Brothers Books.
*I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review
October 23, 2016
Holy hotness!
I found this book in my Ibooks app I rarely use and forgot I had it in there. I needed a break from the same old stuff and decided to read it last night and I was pleasantly surprised.
I have loved every book I have read by Jennifer Probst but did not realized she wrote these hot little novellas. Flipping loved this book! Where have I been???
With a deceptive cover, this book is full of unexpected heat and tenderness, I devoured this read in just an hour. Perfect for a quick escape with plenty of steam! I am off to grab more in this hot series!
I found this book in my Ibooks app I rarely use and forgot I had it in there. I needed a break from the same old stuff and decided to read it last night and I was pleasantly surprised.
I have loved every book I have read by Jennifer Probst but did not realized she wrote these hot little novellas. Flipping loved this book! Where have I been???
With a deceptive cover, this book is full of unexpected heat and tenderness, I devoured this read in just an hour. Perfect for a quick escape with plenty of steam! I am off to grab more in this hot series!
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April 29, 2012This snippet won me over for giving it a try.
"The tentative kiss rocked his world. Her lips were soft and sweet. He allowed her to explore the line of his mouth, gaining confidence, until the tip of her tongue slowly pushed between the seam of his lips. With a low growl, he opened for her, desperately trying to hold back his instinct to throw her on the bed and dive between her legs. Her tongue swept in and swirled around his in a teasing battle."
Yeah that sounds Hot & Steamy!
"The tentative kiss rocked his world. Her lips were soft and sweet. He allowed her to explore the line of his mouth, gaining confidence, until the tip of her tongue slowly pushed between the seam of his lips. With a low growl, he opened for her, desperately trying to hold back his instinct to throw her on the bed and dive between her legs. Her tongue swept in and swirled around his in a teasing battle."
Yeah that sounds Hot & Steamy!
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June 25, 2020
This is an audiobook review.
Catch Me by Jennifer Probst is book one of the Steele Brothers series. This book was a quick listen.
Matthew Williamson is a great narrator. He really delineates the male and female voices.
Even though this is a short novella it is packed full of content. The stories of Rick and Tara are well developed. I liked how their story turned.
I can't wait to read/listen to the rest of this series.
Catch Me by Jennifer Probst is book one of the Steele Brothers series. This book was a quick listen.
Matthew Williamson is a great narrator. He really delineates the male and female voices.
Even though this is a short novella it is packed full of content. The stories of Rick and Tara are well developed. I liked how their story turned.
I can't wait to read/listen to the rest of this series.
June 7, 2017
great I am a sucked for people thinking they only want a one night stand but than end up wanting more
December 3, 2017
I liked it, but I like a great ending. This was so-so. Still a good read.
November 2, 2015
This was a quick and sexy book for me to lose myself in for a couple of hours! Rick Steele is seriously one of the hottest guys I’ve read about in a while and he’s pure Alpha from the word go. The only problem is, is that he caught his fiancé cheating on him and he’s not been with a woman in quite a while… at least for him!
He’s recently relocated to Las Vegas to be a dealer to get a new start on life and his buddy recommends FANTA-C a service that can set him up for 1 night of what he envisions his perfect night to be like. Enter Tara Denton who has contracted with FANTA-C as well. However, her situation is quite different. Tara carries scars both emotionally and physically and wants to gain some self confidence back.
What neither of them were expecting was the immediate sizzling chemistry between them. I loved how Rick immediately sensed that Tara was damaged and he wanted to care for her and make her feel as beautiful as he sees her as being. Talk about melting my heart!!!
When Rick and Tara make their way to his suite and his bedroom, the fact that Rick really was more interested in Tara finding pleasure and getting out of her own head by talking to her and her understanding that if she says “stop,” he’ll stop really showed what kind of man he is – an amazing man that any woman would be lucky to have in their bed!
It was clear to me that these 2 belonged together, but this kind of stuff is never easy. Especially when it’s begun as part of a one night stand. Were they able to make a go of it, and find the kind of relationship they both deserve? Well, you’ll need to pick this little gem up and find out!
He’s recently relocated to Las Vegas to be a dealer to get a new start on life and his buddy recommends FANTA-C a service that can set him up for 1 night of what he envisions his perfect night to be like. Enter Tara Denton who has contracted with FANTA-C as well. However, her situation is quite different. Tara carries scars both emotionally and physically and wants to gain some self confidence back.
What neither of them were expecting was the immediate sizzling chemistry between them. I loved how Rick immediately sensed that Tara was damaged and he wanted to care for her and make her feel as beautiful as he sees her as being. Talk about melting my heart!!!
When Rick and Tara make their way to his suite and his bedroom, the fact that Rick really was more interested in Tara finding pleasure and getting out of her own head by talking to her and her understanding that if she says “stop,” he’ll stop really showed what kind of man he is – an amazing man that any woman would be lucky to have in their bed!
It was clear to me that these 2 belonged together, but this kind of stuff is never easy. Especially when it’s begun as part of a one night stand. Were they able to make a go of it, and find the kind of relationship they both deserve? Well, you’ll need to pick this little gem up and find out!
November 9, 2015
I've got two words for you...pure indulgence. That is exactly what Catch Me is, and it is both titillating and filled with characters who move you. It is a very quick read, but it packs one hell of an erotic punch the whole way through.
I loved the characters. Rick is strong and clearly a dominant alpha male, and he truly cares about what Tara wants and needs, and right from the start he easily understands her as his protective instincts flare strong the more he learns of her story. Tara has had a tough past, but has emerged stronger and is putting herself back together. Her trust must be earned, and the way she and Rick interact is a perfect example of puzzle pieces fitting together.
The erotic scenes are sensuous and arousing while never feeling overdone. By the time you're done, you'll be flipping those fans on high and desperately searching for your own invite to FANTA-C.
Extremely well written to draw you in and keep you there, Catch Me was a 4.5-star read for me, and has me immediately queuing up the rest of the series for a marathon reading session. I highly recommend this to contemporary erotic romance fans, and this is only for the 18+ crowd due to the intensely erotic sexual content you'll get from cover to cover.
I loved the characters. Rick is strong and clearly a dominant alpha male, and he truly cares about what Tara wants and needs, and right from the start he easily understands her as his protective instincts flare strong the more he learns of her story. Tara has had a tough past, but has emerged stronger and is putting herself back together. Her trust must be earned, and the way she and Rick interact is a perfect example of puzzle pieces fitting together.
The erotic scenes are sensuous and arousing while never feeling overdone. By the time you're done, you'll be flipping those fans on high and desperately searching for your own invite to FANTA-C.
Extremely well written to draw you in and keep you there, Catch Me was a 4.5-star read for me, and has me immediately queuing up the rest of the series for a marathon reading session. I highly recommend this to contemporary erotic romance fans, and this is only for the 18+ crowd due to the intensely erotic sexual content you'll get from cover to cover.
March 16, 2012
I was "caught" when Tara described Rick looking like Thor..Can we say yum? Ok if you don't I will..yum. Big, blonde, beautiful, and he is a Dom? And Madame Eve? Please, please make me your next client!! Ok I'm sorry but I was was totally won over. LOL..but there was also a great story too. This was a second chance story. Both Tara and Rick had been betrayed by the ones that they loved, even if it was in different ways. This erotically hot night, was also cleansing and healing for both of them. Rick found out that he could still love. Tara found out that sex, with another man, could be intense, climatic, and enjoyable. But Tara had really been damaged during her last relationship. Was one night enough to bury her past for good? Rick hoped so, because he was willing to give her the one thing she really needed. He just prayed it would be enough. I loved this quick and endearing little book. It gives you the warm-fuzzies, especially if your into light BDSM :) Happy-endings can be kinky too!!
April 21, 2013
I LOVE IT!
Simple, romatic, short (way too short in fact) and.. ROMANTIC!
Rick's boring with his love life. After dumping his cheating fiancé, he jumped from one woman to another. When he felt an emptiness inside his heart, he asked for Madame Eve's help, the owner of 1NightStand, to introduced him to special girl.
Tara's past haunted her. After got abused by former boyfriend, she felt ugly and unworthy of love. But she need to get away from the ghost of her past and the answer is on Madame Eve's hand..
Again, I LOVE IT! Miss Probst is doing a real good job by sucking me into Marriage series. But when I read this one, I was like whaaaaa?!
She nailed it. Big time.
I have nothing to say but she's awesome. Like seriously. Awesome awesome.
I've never read a short book like this before. I mean, the story is simple yet deep and moving. It is seriously short but I feel like it's enough. Not forced or strange, just enough with amazing style of writing, as usual.
Can't wait to read Miss Probst's other books! :)
Simple, romatic, short (way too short in fact) and.. ROMANTIC!
Rick's boring with his love life. After dumping his cheating fiancé, he jumped from one woman to another. When he felt an emptiness inside his heart, he asked for Madame Eve's help, the owner of 1NightStand, to introduced him to special girl.
Tara's past haunted her. After got abused by former boyfriend, she felt ugly and unworthy of love. But she need to get away from the ghost of her past and the answer is on Madame Eve's hand..
Again, I LOVE IT! Miss Probst is doing a real good job by sucking me into Marriage series. But when I read this one, I was like whaaaaa?!
She nailed it. Big time.
I have nothing to say but she's awesome. Like seriously. Awesome awesome.
I've never read a short book like this before. I mean, the story is simple yet deep and moving. It is seriously short but I feel like it's enough. Not forced or strange, just enough with amazing style of writing, as usual.
Can't wait to read Miss Probst's other books! :)
November 1, 2015
A quick read but jammed pack with heat and sexiness! We meet the first Steele brother, Rick, and he does not disappoint. Due to a bad experience with love he has moved across the country and has worked himself into a dating rut. His friend has decided to help him out and hands him a business card for a business named FANTA C. Rick laughs it off, but then decides to give it a try. Tara Denton has had a heartbreaking experience that has made her unable to be a willing partner to a man and she is also given a card for FANTA C. Well when these two lost souls come together there is instant attraction. This book has light BDSM but is so much more than just a book with sex. I loved Rick's character and his patience with Tara. The fact that Tara describes him as looking like Thor sure doesn't hurt either! A great start to the series! Bring on the next Steele brother!!!!
February 20, 2013
Holy yum. If only we could all walk into an adult toy store and get the stuffing banged out of us from a sexy incubus who knows exactly what we want, AMIRITE? This is a short little piece and we get moving in the direction of sexy pretty quickly but when you have a hunky incubus looking to pleasure someone three ways to Sunday, do we really want them to take their time getting to the good stuff? I think not.
Short, but definitely worth the ride. Bonus points for the monster vibrator Mercedes was eyeballing before she was so pleasurably interrupted.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Carnal Desires was part of a free Kindle bundle I downloaded on 02/13/13 for the Why Buy the Cow? reading challenge.
Short, but definitely worth the ride. Bonus points for the monster vibrator Mercedes was eyeballing before she was so pleasurably interrupted.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Carnal Desires was part of a free Kindle bundle I downloaded on 02/13/13 for the Why Buy the Cow? reading challenge.
October 18, 2015
"He looked like Thor!!" ♥
Me encantó!! Una corta y muuuy sexy historia de dos personas con problemas emocionales que deciden tener "one night stand" pero ohhh sorpresa que pasa cuando uno quiere más?....
Ahh por cierto FYI siempre he amado a Thor!!! ;)
“I wanted to give you time to realize you’re strong enough to handle me, or any man. I want to court you, make love to you, learn all your secrets. I want to know your favorite color and food, the shampoo you use, and what side of the bed you prefer to sleep on at night. I want to support you in every way, watch you graduate, and stand beside you while you fly. And then I’ll be right there to welcome you back. Do you get it now?”
Me encantó!! Una corta y muuuy sexy historia de dos personas con problemas emocionales que deciden tener "one night stand" pero ohhh sorpresa que pasa cuando uno quiere más?....
Ahh por cierto FYI siempre he amado a Thor!!! ;)
“I wanted to give you time to realize you’re strong enough to handle me, or any man. I want to court you, make love to you, learn all your secrets. I want to know your favorite color and food, the shampoo you use, and what side of the bed you prefer to sleep on at night. I want to support you in every way, watch you graduate, and stand beside you while you fly. And then I’ll be right there to welcome you back. Do you get it now?”
June 7, 2012
Thor. The lead guy is supposed to look like THOR. Also? He's wearing a black silk shirt. Y'all. I don't know about you, but I am not turned on by a guy looking like THOR IN A BLACK SILK SHIRT. With black pants. Not since 1993 anyway.
THIS WAS PUBLISHED THIS YEAR.
Then, oh my God you guys, THEN. Thor and this chick have each set up a one-night stand through a service in Vegas and - AND! -- THIS WOMAN, YOU GUYS. SHE IS SCARRED, LIKE WITH CIGARETTE BURNS AND SHIT FROM HER EX-HUSBAND.
She is Christian Grey. Except she's submissive and you know what? I KNOW BETTER THAN TO BELIEVE IT BECAUSE CHRISTIAN GREY TAUGHT ME DIFFERENTLY.
THIS WAS PUBLISHED THIS YEAR.
Then, oh my God you guys, THEN. Thor and this chick have each set up a one-night stand through a service in Vegas and - AND! -- THIS WOMAN, YOU GUYS. SHE IS SCARRED, LIKE WITH CIGARETTE BURNS AND SHIT FROM HER EX-HUSBAND.
She is Christian Grey. Except she's submissive and you know what? I KNOW BETTER THAN TO BELIEVE IT BECAUSE CHRISTIAN GREY TAUGHT ME DIFFERENTLY.
March 31, 2013
A really nice addition to the 1Night Stand franchise. Interesting characters who really brought the tale to life.
Tara is working on healing and it is great to see her strength. Rick is just the dominant sort of fella I love! A wonderful pairing.
Great writing from Ms. Probst, can't wait to see more! She really has me interested in what will happen to the other brothers!
I love these quick reads and the amount of story and depth the authors seem to fit into such a short space. Plenty of steam to keep a gal happy as well!
Tara is working on healing and it is great to see her strength. Rick is just the dominant sort of fella I love! A wonderful pairing.
Great writing from Ms. Probst, can't wait to see more! She really has me interested in what will happen to the other brothers!
I love these quick reads and the amount of story and depth the authors seem to fit into such a short space. Plenty of steam to keep a gal happy as well!
October 27, 2015
*received copy in exchange for an honest review.*
Erotic, sizzling passion flows from the pages of this seductive short story from Jennifer Probst! As a fan of Probst's previous novels, her writing is always sinfully dominating. Wish the ending wasn't so abrupt, but it gives a hint of excitement for what's to come in the next book!
Erotic, sizzling passion flows from the pages of this seductive short story from Jennifer Probst! As a fan of Probst's previous novels, her writing is always sinfully dominating. Wish the ending wasn't so abrupt, but it gives a hint of excitement for what's to come in the next book!
October 27, 2015
*received copy in exchange for an honest review.* ~Kelly
Erotic, sizzling passion flows from the pages of this seductive short story from Jennifer Probst! As a fan of Probst's previous novels, her writing is always sinfully dominating. Wish the ending wasn't so abrupt, but it gives a hint of excitement for what's to come in the next book!
Erotic, sizzling passion flows from the pages of this seductive short story from Jennifer Probst! As a fan of Probst's previous novels, her writing is always sinfully dominating. Wish the ending wasn't so abrupt, but it gives a hint of excitement for what's to come in the next book!
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