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The Marriage Diaries: The Complete Collection
The Marriage Diaries Complete Collection Marriage Diaries, Book 1The Invitation, Book 2The Capture, Book 3SEXY BEDROOM GAMES . . .Even after nearly twenty years of marriage, Jillian Noble is still madly in love with her sexy-as-sin husband, Dean. But now that their two sons are grown and it's just the two of them alone again, there's something that Jillian wants from her husband. Something he's been holding back since the day they met—the dominant man he rarely lets show.Now she wants it all, and when Dean agrees to unleash his more assertive side, all bets are off as he introduces her to dark, forbidden desires that will change the course of their marriage.Collection Marriage Diaries, Book 1The Invitation, Book 2The Capture, Book 3
478 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 7, 2018
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Erika Wilde
99 books1,852 followersErika Wilde (aka Janelle Denison) is the USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary romances for multiple print publishers.
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March 17, 2018
The Marriage Diaries complete collection !
💝 FREE on Amazon today (3/17/2018)!💝
4.5 stars - Incredibly HOT and addictive!
SEXY BEDROOM GAMES . . .
Even after nearly twenty years of marriage, Jillian Noble is still madly in love with her sexy-as-sin husband, Dean. But now that their two sons are grown and it's just the two of them alone again, there's something that Jillian wants from her husband. Something he's been holding back since the day they met—the dominant man he rarely lets show.
Now she wants it all, and when Dean agrees to unleash his more assertive side, all bets are off as he introduces her to dark, forbidden desires that will change the course of their marriage.
Collection includes:
The Marriage Diaries, Book 1
The Invitation, Book 2
The Capture, Book 3
💝 FREE on Amazon today (3/17/2018)!💝
4.5 stars - Incredibly HOT and addictive!
SEXY BEDROOM GAMES . . .
Even after nearly twenty years of marriage, Jillian Noble is still madly in love with her sexy-as-sin husband, Dean. But now that their two sons are grown and it's just the two of them alone again, there's something that Jillian wants from her husband. Something he's been holding back since the day they met—the dominant man he rarely lets show.
Now she wants it all, and when Dean agrees to unleash his more assertive side, all bets are off as he introduces her to dark, forbidden desires that will change the course of their marriage.
Collection includes:
The Marriage Diaries, Book 1
The Invitation, Book 2
The Capture, Book 3
March 14, 2018
All six books have been great! Some better than others but overall, a solid 4.
We don't get enough married couples in erotica, so I've loved how these two spiced things up after 20 years together.
We don't get enough married couples in erotica, so I've loved how these two spiced things up after 20 years together.
March 28, 2018
Love Dean and Jillian Noble!
I had the privilege of reading Volumes 1-4 of the Marriage Diaries a few years back and absolutely loved it! When the entire collection came up as a freebie, I couldn't one-click fast enough!
Dean and Jillian Noble are still one of my all-time favorite couples. Jillian continues to encourage Dean to explore the darker desires he's suppressed for almost 20 years of marriage. What I love is how Jillian is right there with him every step of the way--its not just a one time, "fulfill your wildest fantasies" type thing.
I am totally fascinated with Erika Wilde's Marriage Diaries, and I can't say enough about the Nobles. Dean and Jillian have so much love and respect for each other. They communicate and recognize each other's fears and insecurities, as well as admire and support their strengths.
Not every couple maybe into what Dean and Jillian enjoy, as I'm certainly not personally into BDSM. But that's what I love about Erika Wilde's writing; that even a chocolate girl like me can learn something from a well-written, sexy, and romantic story such as this. The message here is still the same--love, respect, and communication are key to a long, happy marriage.
The Nobles--Since this collection covers Dean and Jillian as they're almost 40, I would love to revisit them and see what they're up to in their fifties. I just absolutely adore this couple!
**I like the reference to another author's fictional fantasy getaway, Eden, which is owned by Gabe Dare and his fiancee', Isabelle--characters from Carly Phillips, Dare to Surrender. (I have read a lot of her wonderful books as well)!
I had the privilege of reading Volumes 1-4 of the Marriage Diaries a few years back and absolutely loved it! When the entire collection came up as a freebie, I couldn't one-click fast enough!
Dean and Jillian Noble are still one of my all-time favorite couples. Jillian continues to encourage Dean to explore the darker desires he's suppressed for almost 20 years of marriage. What I love is how Jillian is right there with him every step of the way--its not just a one time, "fulfill your wildest fantasies" type thing.
I am totally fascinated with Erika Wilde's Marriage Diaries, and I can't say enough about the Nobles. Dean and Jillian have so much love and respect for each other. They communicate and recognize each other's fears and insecurities, as well as admire and support their strengths.
Not every couple maybe into what Dean and Jillian enjoy, as I'm certainly not personally into BDSM. But that's what I love about Erika Wilde's writing; that even a chocolate girl like me can learn something from a well-written, sexy, and romantic story such as this. The message here is still the same--love, respect, and communication are key to a long, happy marriage.
The Nobles--Since this collection covers Dean and Jillian as they're almost 40, I would love to revisit them and see what they're up to in their fifties. I just absolutely adore this couple!
**I like the reference to another author's fictional fantasy getaway, Eden, which is owned by Gabe Dare and his fiancee', Isabelle--characters from Carly Phillips, Dare to Surrender. (I have read a lot of her wonderful books as well)!
April 1, 2018
If I could rate this book just on the steam, definitely 5 stars. I also like the premise of a married couple wanting to rekindle romance and build a closer relationship after 19 years of marriage. Maybe I was jealous of the couple, but a few details of their backstory distracted me from a five star rating. If they were a slightly older couple, most of my nit-picky concerns would be resolved. Instead, the premise is that they met in high school, married young when she became pregnant, and had a second baby only 15 months later. The financial struggles they endured in the early years are acknowledged, but come off as unrealistically rosy. Jillian never had to work outside the home and somehow Dean was able to support the family of 4 as a young enlisted man in the Navy using just his income. I would have expected some debt that would have required Jillian to seek employment in order to build his phenomenally successful post-Navy venture. I enjoyed the fantasy, but these little situational points kept me from being completely immersed in their world.
March 31, 2018
Erotic read
I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys reading erotic books. It has a great storyline and is an easy read that you don't want to put down.
I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys reading erotic books. It has a great storyline and is an easy read that you don't want to put down.
March 27, 2018
I loved this book
The way they loved each other even after 20 years is so sweet. The willingness of both side to explore their sexual fantasies. This book is a keeper and worth rereading.
The way they loved each other even after 20 years is so sweet. The willingness of both side to explore their sexual fantasies. This book is a keeper and worth rereading.
March 24, 2018
Major quality issues
This story was excellent but had major quality issues...pages upside down & backwards...or completely black. This needs to seriously be fixed. The pages upside dow, backwards or black could only be read correctly if I touched the center top of the page to exit out, which is annoying to do every other page.
This story was excellent but had major quality issues...pages upside down & backwards...or completely black. This needs to seriously be fixed. The pages upside dow, backwards or black could only be read correctly if I touched the center top of the page to exit out, which is annoying to do every other page.
March 23, 2018
Another marvelous first time read
Yet another first reading of a new author to me and what an exciting one. I. found nothing to complain of and everything to laud. Characters were great and so likeable in their desires to make their marriage so strong. The pace left no dragging parts. Love scenes were fresh, there were no hackneyed phrases or overused words they flowed. Erika Wilde is a talented romance writer. Tasteful yet daring.
Yet another first reading of a new author to me and what an exciting one. I. found nothing to complain of and everything to laud. Characters were great and so likeable in their desires to make their marriage so strong. The pace left no dragging parts. Love scenes were fresh, there were no hackneyed phrases or overused words they flowed. Erika Wilde is a talented romance writer. Tasteful yet daring.
March 22, 2018
5 stars
Writing about a couple that's been married for 20 years is always a risky concept. Having said that, this set of books is amazing. Learning new things and doing new things with your spouse and that point is a wonderful way to keep the sparks flaming hot. Ms. Wilde has taken this concept and delivered a scorching read!
Writing about a couple that's been married for 20 years is always a risky concept. Having said that, this set of books is amazing. Learning new things and doing new things with your spouse and that point is a wonderful way to keep the sparks flaming hot. Ms. Wilde has taken this concept and delivered a scorching read!
March 19, 2018
Hot
After nearly twenty years of marriage Jillian and Dean are still very much in love, but now the kids have left home, Jillian wants to spice up their sex lives. This story is about how they achieve that.
While it is erotic, the deep love between them lifts the book to hot and tasteful rather than pointless porn.
It was nice to read about an 'old' happily, well adjusted married couple exploring their sexuality together.
After nearly twenty years of marriage Jillian and Dean are still very much in love, but now the kids have left home, Jillian wants to spice up their sex lives. This story is about how they achieve that.
While it is erotic, the deep love between them lifts the book to hot and tasteful rather than pointless porn.
It was nice to read about an 'old' happily, well adjusted married couple exploring their sexuality together.
March 20, 2018
One of my favorite books yet!
What a great story. I have read many, many books & one of the things I loved about this one is that it was a married couple enjoying each other. Had a great twist at one point that I never saw coming totally had me on the she of my seat saying what the @#!#? Great, great book!
What a great story. I have read many, many books & one of the things I loved about this one is that it was a married couple enjoying each other. Had a great twist at one point that I never saw coming totally had me on the she of my seat saying what the @#!#? Great, great book!
January 9, 2018
Book 1
Jillian and Dean have been married for twenty years. Their kids have left the nest and Jillian wants to put some sparks back into their marriage, and boy does she. This is one steamy sexy read. Erika has written a story about love, passion and keeping your love alive. I cannot wait for the next installment in this series.
Book 2
The second book in the Marriage Diaries series was even hotter than the first book. Jillian and Dean continue fulfilling each others fantasies and exploring their sexier sides, bringing them closer together. This is such a steamy series, I cannot wait to see where Erika takes them in her next installment of the Marriage Diaries.
Book 3
I love this series more and more with every new novella that Erika Wilde writes. This is the hottest one yet! Jillian and Dean continue to share their secret desires and fantasies, which bring them closer and more in love with each other than ever. The trust and respect they show each other and the communication skills they have developed are something every married couple should strive for. Bring on the next installment. I hope this series never ends!
Jillian and Dean have been married for twenty years. Their kids have left the nest and Jillian wants to put some sparks back into their marriage, and boy does she. This is one steamy sexy read. Erika has written a story about love, passion and keeping your love alive. I cannot wait for the next installment in this series.
Book 2
The second book in the Marriage Diaries series was even hotter than the first book. Jillian and Dean continue fulfilling each others fantasies and exploring their sexier sides, bringing them closer together. This is such a steamy series, I cannot wait to see where Erika takes them in her next installment of the Marriage Diaries.
Book 3
I love this series more and more with every new novella that Erika Wilde writes. This is the hottest one yet! Jillian and Dean continue to share their secret desires and fantasies, which bring them closer and more in love with each other than ever. The trust and respect they show each other and the communication skills they have developed are something every married couple should strive for. Bring on the next installment. I hope this series never ends!
April 7, 2018
I search Amazons free stories and dump a few for later reading. This was the full series @ 478 pgs! I always state “This review is based on a free copy”, but in this case I would have said the same thing about paying the full price. This was a gem in a sea of rocks and am thankful to have found it. Erika’s gamble worked well because I will be reading more from this author.
Ok the story, an older couple married 20 yrs and the wife ants to spice things up. Her alpha husband Dean soon agrees and things turn fun. I read and write erotica and judge this as an adult story as it states. As such I look for heat heavy and plot light, for erotica the plot is better than most. I feel the heat was well played and for an older couple gave hope to those past 30. He is a moral Alpha trying to find his way with his now unpredictable wife. He is a believeable character with enough depth to keep you caring about what might happen ‘if’.
Jillian makes a great wife for the Dean character and is NOT written as the perfect woman in every way, only perfect in Dean’s eyes. Fear not, she still pulls the male eye as many real life woman can at 30+ and I liked her written that way. Both are not sure where to take this at first, but find their way with a stumble learning what fantasies should stay fantasies.
Many erotica readers would bale on a story over 400 pgs, but this isn’t most stories. It flowed as if a real couple, dealing with real issues, and finding real common ground. If I had to pick anything bad I would say more books on this couple. Not sure you can go wrong with this book even at full price. I might even read a gain in the future, which is very rare for me. I’ve only clicked 5 stars on one other story to date, but I feel good about doing it here. Enjoy
Ok the story, an older couple married 20 yrs and the wife ants to spice things up. Her alpha husband Dean soon agrees and things turn fun. I read and write erotica and judge this as an adult story as it states. As such I look for heat heavy and plot light, for erotica the plot is better than most. I feel the heat was well played and for an older couple gave hope to those past 30. He is a moral Alpha trying to find his way with his now unpredictable wife. He is a believeable character with enough depth to keep you caring about what might happen ‘if’.
Jillian makes a great wife for the Dean character and is NOT written as the perfect woman in every way, only perfect in Dean’s eyes. Fear not, she still pulls the male eye as many real life woman can at 30+ and I liked her written that way. Both are not sure where to take this at first, but find their way with a stumble learning what fantasies should stay fantasies.
Many erotica readers would bale on a story over 400 pgs, but this isn’t most stories. It flowed as if a real couple, dealing with real issues, and finding real common ground. If I had to pick anything bad I would say more books on this couple. Not sure you can go wrong with this book even at full price. I might even read a gain in the future, which is very rare for me. I’ve only clicked 5 stars on one other story to date, but I feel good about doing it here. Enjoy
July 31, 2018
The complete collection? I was under the impression this meant several books in one set, but that was not the case.
The story: wife of 20 years decides their marriage needs a bit of spicing up and surprises her ex-SEAL husband by seducing him in the office, where both decide to explore the more "kinky" side of sex in future.
So each "adventure", each exploration, is one of the what I would call chapters of this book, with several sub-chapters.
Not un-sympathetic characters, for a plot a bit lacking, but okay, narration style was quite good - but all in all it was simply description of a sequence of fantasy kinky scenes. If I were nice, I'd say it was also the story of a woman finding her self-worth, and a hard man finding his emotions.
All in all, the book was okay.
The story: wife of 20 years decides their marriage needs a bit of spicing up and surprises her ex-SEAL husband by seducing him in the office, where both decide to explore the more "kinky" side of sex in future.
So each "adventure", each exploration, is one of the what I would call chapters of this book, with several sub-chapters.
Not un-sympathetic characters, for a plot a bit lacking, but okay, narration style was quite good - but all in all it was simply description of a sequence of fantasy kinky scenes. If I were nice, I'd say it was also the story of a woman finding her self-worth, and a hard man finding his emotions.
All in all, the book was okay.
July 18, 2020
Loved it
When I first started reading I thought that this was going to be another porn book disguised as romance. Then I got interested because it was a couple that had been married for almost twenty years and started out pregnant at eighteen. She wanted to spice up their sex life after their sons were gone off to college and the military. Ok then I thought she's going to find out that he's cheating and I'll quit reading. Didn't happen. They are a faithful loving couple that never had time alone without kids and busy everyday life to really enjoy sex. Yes there's kink and some graphic sex scenes but somehow it made it enjoyable because it was a kind of new beginning for a loving faithful married couple. I enjoyed it.
When I first started reading I thought that this was going to be another porn book disguised as romance. Then I got interested because it was a couple that had been married for almost twenty years and started out pregnant at eighteen. She wanted to spice up their sex life after their sons were gone off to college and the military. Ok then I thought she's going to find out that he's cheating and I'll quit reading. Didn't happen. They are a faithful loving couple that never had time alone without kids and busy everyday life to really enjoy sex. Yes there's kink and some graphic sex scenes but somehow it made it enjoyable because it was a kind of new beginning for a loving faithful married couple. I enjoyed it.
August 27, 2020
This is The Complete Collection (From The Players Club Series)
This is portions of the diary of Jillian. Jillian wants to spice up he and Dean's sex life after almost twenty years of marriage. The kids are grown and gone. Dean has a fear of hurting her because of what happened in his past, so he's always careful during sex. Jillian wants more. From what I thought would be a novella, was a full book, and boy did I enjoy it. It's full of kink and love and fantasies carried out with steamy erotic scenes. I can't say enough about how good this book is; well written, too. If you enjoy this kind of book, please read. You won't be disappointed. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
This is portions of the diary of Jillian. Jillian wants to spice up he and Dean's sex life after almost twenty years of marriage. The kids are grown and gone. Dean has a fear of hurting her because of what happened in his past, so he's always careful during sex. Jillian wants more. From what I thought would be a novella, was a full book, and boy did I enjoy it. It's full of kink and love and fantasies carried out with steamy erotic scenes. I can't say enough about how good this book is; well written, too. If you enjoy this kind of book, please read. You won't be disappointed. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
April 12, 2019
I usually only star a review for my own reminder however this series was an uplifting story about a married couple with grown children who rekindled romance with their intelligent use of their fantasies, communication skills, but most of all the respect and love they show for each other as the books unfold. There was a like-ability in the characters that made you want to read more about them. This could be a series to introduce to your partner to help with a conversation about moving ahead from intimacy you've known to something new you may both desire. Some great ideas any couple can incorporate.
April 15, 2018
Jill and Dean are coming up on their twentieth anniversary. With their sons out of the house Jill has decided it is time to spice up her and Dean's love life.
What I love about this book is that you can feel the love they have for each other even though they got married young due to pregnancy. Dean is an alpha male through and through that will do anything to ensure Jill's happiness.
There is a scene in a club that tickled me - Dean gets what he asked for but realizes he can't handle it. He goes psycho alpha.
What I love about this book is that you can feel the love they have for each other even though they got married young due to pregnancy. Dean is an alpha male through and through that will do anything to ensure Jill's happiness.
There is a scene in a club that tickled me - Dean gets what he asked for but realizes he can't handle it. He goes psycho alpha.
February 8, 2019
Married for 20 years, two grown boys in college
Dean a very loving Alpha husband and provider and
CEO of a tech securities business . And his devoted and loving wife was a stay at home mother well,...
Since the boys were grown and in college Jill decided it was time to heat up the Romance she knew her husband always held back some so she went to his office...seduced him went home, they talked about becoming more adventurous in the bedroom and boy did things heat up..
I loved this...Romantic erotic love diary of two happily married people.
Dean a very loving Alpha husband and provider and
CEO of a tech securities business . And his devoted and loving wife was a stay at home mother well,...
Since the boys were grown and in college Jill decided it was time to heat up the Romance she knew her husband always held back some so she went to his office...seduced him went home, they talked about becoming more adventurous in the bedroom and boy did things heat up..
I loved this...Romantic erotic love diary of two happily married people.
May 18, 2018
It was very steamy and I liked the brave h. She was in her late 3os, and according to her, she had a less than perfect body. I would have liked it more if we had some of his thoughts are her body being older, and his not being so perfect. They were too wealthy, it just seemed to far from reality. If thought the H was very reactive, more beta than alpha and she was the driver in this marriage. So good, not great.
March 1, 2019
The Marriage Diaries
I did enjoy reading this series. I liked the characters and the storyline. The only part that didn’t do it for me was the pirate/Eden fantasy island scenes, well apart from their last night on the island in the Brothel. I enjoyed them learning about their sexual fantasies and about themselves from being in a relationship for such a long time, now that their boys have left home they have the chance to discover themselves again.
I did enjoy reading this series. I liked the characters and the storyline. The only part that didn’t do it for me was the pirate/Eden fantasy island scenes, well apart from their last night on the island in the Brothel. I enjoyed them learning about their sexual fantasies and about themselves from being in a relationship for such a long time, now that their boys have left home they have the chance to discover themselves again.
May 21, 2022
Absolutely amazing!
Dean and Jillian’s foray into finding what they wished for in their marriage was awesome!!! Both of them were able to put their desires out there and experience bliss together - which I thought was soo amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed the fact that this couple found their fantasies together - and were married! That was so hot to me!!! A 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 times 5 x 5 x 5 well, you get the point. Exceptionally well done, Ms. Wilde!
Dean and Jillian’s foray into finding what they wished for in their marriage was awesome!!! Both of them were able to put their desires out there and experience bliss together - which I thought was soo amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed the fact that this couple found their fantasies together - and were married! That was so hot to me!!! A 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 times 5 x 5 x 5 well, you get the point. Exceptionally well done, Ms. Wilde!
June 21, 2023
This was an audio book which i throughly enjoyed. The couple were married at 18 and had a baby right away with a 2nd one 15 months later. Now, 18 years later, the boys are out of the house and the parents are ready to explore mature matters. Julian is ready to “spice” things up a bit with her dominate husband. Dean is amazed to fine this new side to his wife. They explore new things and grow more and deeper in love. Great read.
March 25, 2018
Sexy
It was decent...great sex scenes but it seemed that's all this was. Very little story lines. Kinda like reading instead of watching porn. Very short book for having so many stories in there.
It was decent...great sex scenes but it seemed that's all this was. Very little story lines. Kinda like reading instead of watching porn. Very short book for having so many stories in there.
June 26, 2018
Interesting read!
The very best thing about this story was the fact that they were able to communicate with each other so well, which is something that very few couples are able to accomplish.
The very best thing about this story was the fact that they were able to communicate with each other so well, which is something that very few couples are able to accomplish.
April 22, 2022
Let's just be honest... There wasn't alot of plot here. It's mostly smut. Just go in knowing that :) I had hoped for more about their marriage and plot, but that's not what you are going to get here. Still a good read.
April 11, 2018
I would have liked this book ten years ago but nowadays my tastes have changed quite a bit. This is a nice story but not my cup of tea anymore. DNF
April 12, 2018
Good read
Page turner. Couldn’t put the book down. Even read on my lunch break. Erika Wilde books are a great read
Page turner. Couldn’t put the book down. Even read on my lunch break. Erika Wilde books are a great read
May 4, 2018
Just wow
The set is a wow read and being married I can completely relate to the scenarios and situations but won't mind having my own Dean
:-D
The set is a wow read and being married I can completely relate to the scenarios and situations but won't mind having my own Dean
:-D
June 18, 2018
Good escape
The characters are interesting but not quite believable unless you are Looking at this as a fantasy about fantasy. Well written and an easy read. Enjoy!
The characters are interesting but not quite believable unless you are Looking at this as a fantasy about fantasy. Well written and an easy read. Enjoy!
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