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To Protect & Swerve

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As one of the creators of the Youngbloods car club, Larisa has always loved speed, fun, and adventure. She’s a sensual woman who enjoys pleasure of all kinds – especially in the bedroom. Larisa will date and be intimate with just about any kind of man… except law enforcement officers. When she meets her next Dom at an underground club, she immediately becomes smitten by him and wants to make him hers. Things get a bit more complicated when she finds out what he does for a living. Forced to choose between one of the best drivers her club has ever seen and some of the best pleasure of her life or the trauma of her past and commitment to never date a cop, Larisa finds herself stuck between his rock and a very, very hard place. Will she choose the pleasure of her present or succumb to the pain of her past?

128 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 1, 2020

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B. Love

282 books1,422 followers
Voted AAMBC's 2018 Romance author of the year, Master storyteller B. Love is the unparalleled self-love teacher. As the powerhouse for modern-day womanhood, she pens contagious content that encourages readers to internalize admiration and intimacy. She allows her most powerful vessel to guide her stories, wholly.
Since age 12, Love has been spreading self-awareness, care, and appreciation. For over six years, Love has authored over 40 publications centered around heart-piercing, reverence-worthy romance. Her novels not only entertain but challenge the audience to explore love. With a keen eye for passion, desire and dynamism she includes heuristic methods in her beautifully curated accounts of life.
B. Love’s entire persona is spearheaded by her incredible infatuation with the power of love. Contained within each novel, is an edification created for the glorification of self. Her pen bleeds for the souls who need just an inkling of empowerment. Each story is written with the intent to enlighten, engross and enkindle the passion in whoever picks up her book.

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Profile Image for Annette Williams.
1,197 reviews423 followers
April 13, 2021
B. Love tried to warn me in her intro but, I didn't listen. I was NOT ready for the chemistry, and the sex, and the BDE, and the sex, and the romance, and the sex. Did I mention the sex?!!! Larisa was on the hunt for a new Dom and Felix wasn't it. She rolls into Kink and spots Apollo sitting at the bar but, he already has a sub. Larisa being Larisa, said "eff it" and shoots het shot anyway. She, of course, gets her way and begins a journey of sex and unexpected love. When Larisa and Apollo agreed to this partnership, catching feelings was not part of the plan. But, their attraction to each other was so intense and their chemistry was so genuine, it was pretty much inevitable that they wouldn't catch feelings. I really liked that, when they realized they were falling in love with each other, they didn't fight it. Larisa and Apollo just accepted their fate and let it happen. I'm not necessarily a fan of BDSM storylines but, I really enjoyed this one. The creativity was superb and I applaud the author for doing her research. B. Love knocked it out the park with To Protect & Swerve. I just might be willing to give BDSM a try but only if Apollo is my Dom.

Profile Image for Jordyn.
142 reviews60 followers
September 21, 2020
Damn B Love has me rethinking my life choices I might need to go find me a man at kink! This book was nasty nasty and now imma have to go on pornhub to see what these BDSM folks doing! LOL JKJK (maybe)
Profile Image for Telia Teanna.
Author 5 books19 followers
September 27, 2020
I’m officially obsessed with B. Love.

At this point whenever she has something releasing, I never hesitate to stop what I’m doing to read it.

One thing I have come to expect with B. Love, is to expect the unexpected. When I read the synopsis of her books, they always get me excited. And while they are still true to the story, it still turns out to be something completely different than what I personally expected. And that’s a great thing! It just goes to show how creative and talented B really is.

To Protect & Swerve gave us a little glimpse into the BDSM community, and while I am fairly familiar with it (other BDSM related books) but was still able to learn something new and know that she actually took the time to research about the lifestyle. It’s common for authors to be lazy and write about shit they know nothing about, but I did not get that impression with this story.

I loved that Apollo and Larisa allowed themselves to fall in love, and not fight what they both knew was inevitable. Their chemistry was genuine, legitimate, and spicy. They were both able to cater to one another’s needs and it was just a bomb ass story overall.

I definitely recommend giving it a read. Amazing job as always B. Love 💕
Profile Image for Sassha Reads❤️❤️.
2,053 reviews20 followers
September 23, 2020
Kiss Me Tease Me Touch Me Hold Me Pull My Hair Taste Me Every Time We Making Love


Larisa had a certain type of man that she desired and Felix cleary wasn't what she wanted but just one look at Apollo, Larisa knew she wanted him as her new Dom. Apollo and Larisa tried to resist falling in love with each other for two totally different reasons but they both failed at keeping feelings out of what they had going on. I like how Rome and eventually Weston accepted Apollo into their fold but never liked Felix at all. I enjoyed reading this story but it felt like it kind of ended abruptly. I would've loved to read about Apollo meeting Larisa's mom with how wide open they were with her about Kink. I thought Rome and Paris were going to end up being more than friends but they maintained brother/sister dynamics.
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997 reviews11 followers
October 8, 2020
I didn't know what to expect but I definitely exceeded my expectations

This is the 2nd book I have read that featured BDSM and I learned so much about it. You only hear the stereotypes but this story gives you the real deal even it is in a fiction story. Larissa definitely chose wisely when it came to Apollo. At first, I thought he wouldn't give her a chance but I'm happy that he did. They both were able to overcome their fears of falling in love. I loved how Apollo proved himself through his actions and not just his words and that Larissa allowed him to do so. The sex scenes were definitely top line on the freak scale but who doesn't want to spice it up from time to time. I would recommend reading this at home though. This isn't one to read around too many people lol.
196 reviews
October 5, 2020
It’s the Creativity for Me...

LISTEN B.Love books are just different each and every time. So when it comes to authors that I love to read and know the book will be good from start to finish, I don’t like reading a summary of kind of what to expect from said book, I just start reading. Baby I wasn’t expecting this story AT ALL. I could understand why Larissa went to the Kink because in her personal everyday life she’s a boss and calls the shots so ending up with someone like Apollo was much needed. There was a lot of favorite moments in this book BUT I loved the moment of Larissa’s mom knowing about her BDSM lifestyle.
Profile Image for Lizzy Clark.
851 reviews28 followers
December 15, 2020
This book was the ish!!!

OMG! The Queen had me squeezing my thighs together from start to finish.

Bay-be Apollo had the perfect name cause that man had me, nvm😜. The chemistry, the sex and the sex, Lord have Mercy. Larisa was a woman after my own heart, I was glad she let Apollo in and welcomed love in. Glad he listened to his mom and stop letting the fear of dead keep him from finding and falling in love. The sex tho, beyond nasty and I loved every minute of it. This book checked all my boxes and I will most definitely be recommending this book.
Profile Image for Shana Brown.
213 reviews14 followers
September 21, 2020
Swerve into Love

Not what I was expecting from the synopsis, but that is what I LOVE about B. Love! You know that you will ALWAYS get an exceptional story, but it may just be different from your expectations. Apollo and Larissa brought the sweet heat and I truly enjoyed their journey. They both had issues from the past that needed work, that could eventually keep them apart. One-click and find out if they are able to protect and cultivate their relationship.
187 reviews2 followers
October 1, 2020
Swerving His Way to Love

Larissa felt the Boys In Blue could not be trusted. Once she meets Apollo she battles with herself if she should have a change of heart.
Apollo is a policeman that is involved with the community. They both have a love for fast cars and racing.
Their story is face paced and causes the reader to anxiously wonder if Apollo will be able to park himself in Larissa’s heart.
168 reviews2 followers
September 22, 2020
Dominate me

Dang this book is exactly how B Love warned in the beginning. Apollo is book bae number 1. Nothing is better than a man, a sexy man in a uniform that knows how to control but also love. His words, care and love for Larisa was amazing. I need to find a Kink where I live once covid ends. Great job once again by an amazing author.
Profile Image for Shajuana McDuffy.
428 reviews5 followers
September 22, 2020
Protect & Swerve...Skerrrt!

Baby, let me tell you something. That B. Love is something else with her creative self. How she combined the elements of love, sex, cars and twelve was fascinating. It was sexy! Listen, she has me wanting to try something new. I love the ending. Submission is a powerful thing when given to the right person. Y'all, just get the book before I spoil it!
1,212 reviews4 followers
September 28, 2020
Amazing Read

Apollo Larisa both had past demons that were causing them from wanting love but ended up letting go of them because of how close they became with one another. Once again B, you captured my attention from beginning to end with your words. This is definitely a page turner that I suggest everyone read!
Profile Image for Stephanie.
287 reviews
September 27, 2020
Protect & Swerve 🔥

B. Love always comes through with these books that are so good and spits gems. This author can’t do no wrong and I will always finish her books with a new book bae lol. This book had me feeling all hot and bothered lol and the storyline was so good. Thank you B for always stepping out of the box and killing it!!
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144 reviews1 follower
September 28, 2020
Swerving!

Loved this book, dont let the mention of BDSM make you miss this jewel, it is very light, Larisa would have been a terrible sub if it was heavyLOL! Now I need the info on Rome, he got a story somewhere. Loved Larisa and Apollo their chemistry from the start was off the chart. Another winner.
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409 reviews
October 3, 2020
Steamy

Larisa not being fond of the police because of past experiences finds herself smitten with Apollo who is an officer of the law. Apollo doesn't want to get with her but something is drawing them towards one another. A little bdsm mixed in with drama is good for a quick short read.
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483 reviews15 followers
October 16, 2020
Give love a chance.

An another one in my DJ Khalid voice lol. I absolutely loved this book. I was hesitant when it said BDSM but I thought she never disappoints in her books and I’m glad I took a chance. Loved the fact that she owned a car shop. I loved the progression of their relationship and how expressive they were with each other.
132 reviews2 followers
November 17, 2020
No rules to love

This was a really good read. The creativity in the storyline was superb 👏👏. I was hesitant at first but who knew BDSM could be this interesting. Apollo & Larisa's relationship was far from average. They both knew what they wanted and wasn't afraid to achieve it by any means..
1,456 reviews2 followers
September 23, 2020
To Protect & Serve

This was different in a good way. There is nothing that you can't write that I don't love. I liked how different this story was from your other books. Great read !!
Profile Image for Tam Hicks.
166 reviews3 followers
September 23, 2020
Hot steamy story

This is my first novel by B Love. My cousin has recommended me to read and I must say I am impressed. I will definitely read more of B Love's novels. Thank you for this toasty entertainment.
Profile Image for Shahtia Gay-hairston.
3,448 reviews26 followers
September 23, 2020
Well written

Reading about cops as a love interest is not really my cup of tea. She writes so well that I decided to give it a try. The love scenes were steamy and I am glad I gave this book a chance!
3 reviews
September 24, 2020
Yes

This was an awesome read. Love the couple and how they got to know each other. Refreshing to read a book that was not about kingpins and women in distress. Although i love those books to this was a good change.
Profile Image for Bookplugkay.
524 reviews3 followers
September 27, 2020
Amazingly freaky

Omg this was a good little freaky story that definitely got me adding so more things into my life I love how everything went in here and I could really feel the connection great job
Profile Image for Jahari Dowdy.
871 reviews4 followers
October 1, 2020
Another great read!!!

I am always wowed by the talent of this author!!!!! I was a little apprehensive because of the dom\sub element but that did not overpower the story. This was a very cute love 💘 story. Read it, you won't be disappointed!!!!👏👏👌👌🙌🙌
946 reviews2 followers
October 31, 2020
Yessss

This was a good book. Once again you can write anything and make it fire. Apollo was a true alpha male and was just what Larisa needed. They are the perfect balance and make a hot couple. Won’t give anything away but this is a must read.
Profile Image for Terry Young.
565 reviews
November 1, 2020
Simply wonderful

B Love never disappoints. This was a great story. I loved that I was able to read and experience something that I would never do as a individual. Lol. Great story.
Profile Image for Antonette Brown (Penny Brown).
319 reviews1 follower
December 28, 2020
Marisa got more than she bargained for with PS. Glad he broke through her barriers and got her to open up. The fact he had a lot going on trying to make sergeant, enjoying link and has some street about him. Great and easy read
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296 reviews
April 17, 2022
Not what I expected

I'm not a BDSM fan but this boom hit differently! It wasn't all of that Dom and submissive stuff all of the time. This book had action both in and outside tbe bedroom! it was an enjoyable read!
6 reviews1 follower
July 23, 2025
Beyond what I expected

B.Love has done it again. This one took me for a ride I was not expecting. Everything was perfect across the board. The vivid imagery of bdsm was mind blowing!
40 reviews
September 21, 2020
You did it again

I loved this book from beginning to end. I need a part two of their love story, who doesn’t love a Alpha Male.
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1,859 reviews
September 22, 2020
❤️❤️❤️❤️

I’m about to research BDSM, I think I want a dom😂😂. Loved the storyline and the couple!! Keep the pen work going!!
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