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The Russian Don #1
You Don't Own Me
Book #1 of a new 2 Book series
Dahlia
I knew I should have listened to my inner voice. I should never have said yes to helping out my friend, but I did, and the Russian with the dangerous eyes shocked me by how easily he stirred outrageous desires in my body and made me lose complete control. I did the only thing I could. I walked (all right, I ran) away to the sound of his cheap parting shot, ‘you'll be back when you need my help.�
But I haven’t been able to run away from him in my dreams. God knows I’ve tried. Then something unthinkable happens. My sister goes missing while on a backpacking trip, and the ruthless predator is the only one who can help.
He sits in his study, a beautiful, powerful man with eyes cold enough to freeze my blood.
He says he can help, but nothing is for free �
Zane
She ran like a spooked deer, but I always knew she’d be back.
Now she thinks she can just waltz in here and pretend like nothing’s happened. I'm not buying that bullshit. We both know why she's here and what she really wants from me.
She can't get my taste out of her mind.
She wants me to satisfy the aching desires that have gripped her body ever since I made her cum on my fingers. Every time she closes her eyes she thinks of what I could do to her.
But I'm not a man given to doing favors. I'm an opportunist. There's always a price for my help.
Check out the sneak preview of the first three chapters of this two book series in Dirty Aristocrat.
Dahlia
I knew I should have listened to my inner voice. I should never have said yes to helping out my friend, but I did, and the Russian with the dangerous eyes shocked me by how easily he stirred outrageous desires in my body and made me lose complete control. I did the only thing I could. I walked (all right, I ran) away to the sound of his cheap parting shot, ‘you'll be back when you need my help.�
But I haven’t been able to run away from him in my dreams. God knows I’ve tried. Then something unthinkable happens. My sister goes missing while on a backpacking trip, and the ruthless predator is the only one who can help.
He sits in his study, a beautiful, powerful man with eyes cold enough to freeze my blood.
He says he can help, but nothing is for free �
Zane
She ran like a spooked deer, but I always knew she’d be back.
Now she thinks she can just waltz in here and pretend like nothing’s happened. I'm not buying that bullshit. We both know why she's here and what she really wants from me.
She can't get my taste out of her mind.
She wants me to satisfy the aching desires that have gripped her body ever since I made her cum on my fingers. Every time she closes her eyes she thinks of what I could do to her.
But I'm not a man given to doing favors. I'm an opportunist. There's always a price for my help.
Check out the sneak preview of the first three chapters of this two book series in Dirty Aristocrat.
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62books3,649followersGeorgia Le Carre writes contemporary and adult romance and is the bestselling author of the Amazon # 1 bestseller,the billionaire banker series.
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She lives in a little old 19th century romantic cottage, surrounded by the most magical garden, filled with fruit and walnut trees and teeming with wildlife.
Her diet includes all things chocolate and a voracious appetite for Romance reads, particularly new authors with a fresh voice.
When she is not feeding words into Amy, her precious laptop, she can be found lost in a long walk in the woods, particularly on moonlit nights; and often with the man of her dreams.
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August 15, 2017
★★★★ ¾! You Don’t Own Me, book 1 of 2. To save her missing sister, girl agrees to “be owned� for a month by Russian mobster Zane!
‘Then you’ll fucking love this,� he says. Reaching into his jacket pocket, he fetches out something that looks like bits of straps attached to a blue jelly-like object.
‘What the hell is that?� I ask curiously.
Books in Her Russian Don duet should be read in order:
Book 1: You Don’t Own Me
Book 2: You Don’t Own Me 2
You Don’t Own Me (book 1) opens up to Dahlia Fury, Rybka meeting Russian mobster Aleksandr Malenkov, Zane when she attempts to give him a Swedish massage, filling in for her friend who is a masseuse.
Zane who has women at his feet literary and figuratively, confuses her for prostitute. Needless to say things go downhill from there, aside for a finger-fucking moment that leaves Dahlia dazed, embarrassed and set on never seeing him again.
But when Dahlia’s sister disappears, in desperation, she turns to Zane for help. Another heated moment; insults flying, some more finger-fucking, a 12-page non-disclosure agreement later and Dahlia is Zane’s sex slave for a month.
The story goes onto follow them in and out of the bedroom as they fuck each other to oblivion but are ill equipped to recognize or cope with any type of deeper feelings�.
Seven words to describe Aleksandr Malenkov, Zane: Private, blunt. cold, commanding, elusive, detached and ruthless.
Six words to describe Dahlia Fury, Rybka: Naïve, secretive, thoughtless, caring, stubborn and conflicted .
You Don’t Own Me, told from dual POV’s has a perfect blend of misunderstandings, danger, reckless lust, contemptuous sex, unrecognized feelings with lies and deceit leading right to book 2, You Don’t Own Me 2 for the conclusion of their story!
Sex-on-a-stick and dangerous hero! Scorching sex scenes! Effortless story-telling! Glimpses of cast from other books!
‘I think I’m going to end up hating you,� I spit venomously.
***
Hero rating: 5 stars
Heroine rating: 3.75 stars
Sexual tension rating: 5 stars
Sex scenes rating: 5 stars
Sex scenes frequency: 5 stars
Plot rating: 4.5 stars
Dialogue rating: 5 stars
Storytelling rating: 5 stars
Story ending rating: N/A
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Overall rating: 4.75 stars
Would I recommend this series: Yes.
Would I re-read this series: Maybe later.
Would I read future books by this author: Yes.
Thank you Georgia!
Beta copy provided to me by author Georgia Le Carre in exchange for an honest review.
June 11, 2024
***4.5 STARS***
Dahlia fills in for her friend to give her client a massage. The client Zane (Russian Mobster) mistakes Dahlia for a prostitute and he makes a play. Dahlia is shocked by her reaction to him and runs away. But then when her young sister is kidnapped Zane is the first person she runs to for help. He agrees but with the stipulation she be his for one month.
Wow, this book was hot, hot, hot bordering on erotica....and it was good. The chemistry between Zane and Dahlia is off the charts but Zane acts like the ultimate alpha hole and keeps Dahlia at arm’s length. Readers: he is no Prince Charming so be aware. The writing was superb and I found myself glued to my IPAD.
The book ends on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to see how it ends. There is an OW scene that is graphic if that may be your trigger. It is also dark but does not go into a lot of detail about the mafia just the trappings associated with it and his wealth. I highly recommend this one.
Dahlia fills in for her friend to give her client a massage. The client Zane (Russian Mobster) mistakes Dahlia for a prostitute and he makes a play. Dahlia is shocked by her reaction to him and runs away. But then when her young sister is kidnapped Zane is the first person she runs to for help. He agrees but with the stipulation she be his for one month.
Wow, this book was hot, hot, hot bordering on erotica....and it was good. The chemistry between Zane and Dahlia is off the charts but Zane acts like the ultimate alpha hole and keeps Dahlia at arm’s length. Readers: he is no Prince Charming so be aware. The writing was superb and I found myself glued to my IPAD.
The book ends on a cliffhanger and I can’t wait to see how it ends. There is an OW scene that is graphic if that may be your trigger. It is also dark but does not go into a lot of detail about the mafia just the trappings associated with it and his wealth. I highly recommend this one.
April 4, 2016
4 Stars!!
I’ve read this author before so I already knew that she knows very well how to write a great, steamy intriguing story. After reading the blurb I just knew I had to meet this ‘ruthless predator� named Zane. One again, Georgia Le Carre delivered a sexy as hell, addicting story that kept my attention from start to finish. With a steady pace, engaging, well portrayed characters and hot as hell sexy scenes, 'You Don’t Own Me' was entertaining as f@ck.
Dahlia meets the Russian mobster Aleksandr Malenkov aka Zane when she’s asked by her best friend to cover one of her massage appointments. She never expected to be so attracted to such a man. She doesn’t know much about Zane, but she can’t tell he’s dangerous. Their first encounter leaves Dahlia with her mouth hanging open. Not only because Zane confuses her for a prostitute, but also because she’s taken aback by his commanding attitude and his sexual power he seems to has over her.
When her sister goes missing on a hiking trip in Australia, Dahlia is desperate. When she doesn’t have a choice she turns to Zane for help. Zane is willing to help her, but makes very clear that nothing is for free. He will help her if she accepts to be hissexual slave mistress for a month.
Dahlia has no option but to agree. If at first she was afraid for her safety, as time passes and she gets to know Zane she slowly becomes afraid for her heart.
I enjoyed this one! It was exactly what I wanted � a steamy, entertaining read with two likeable well, developed characters and scorching chemistry. To be honest I found the plot to be a little underdeveloped, but I didn’t care at all since I enjoyed very much the steam aspect.
Dahlia was a likeable heroine. She was naïve at times, but not too naïve to get on my nerves, sweet, caring and overall a strong, independent young woman. I loved her feistiness and her stubbornness. She definitely gave as good as she got and I enjoyed that. I liked her attitude when it came to our hero. She wasn’t really afraid of him and even if, like I mentioned above she was a little naïve she wasn’t a doormat.
Zane was sex on a stick. Possessive and controlling, a truly alpha man he knew what he wanted from the start. Sure, at first he was cold, crude and arrogant with Dahlia, but soon after his attitude towards her changed...kind of.
I loved the passion between these two. They were hot as hell together. Every one of their sexy encounter was deliciously sexy and left me wanting more. There are also some sweet and tender moments between them that I really liked. I'm looking forward to read the next installment.
Overall, a great read!
I’ve read this author before so I already knew that she knows very well how to write a great, steamy intriguing story. After reading the blurb I just knew I had to meet this ‘ruthless predator� named Zane. One again, Georgia Le Carre delivered a sexy as hell, addicting story that kept my attention from start to finish. With a steady pace, engaging, well portrayed characters and hot as hell sexy scenes, 'You Don’t Own Me' was entertaining as f@ck.
Dahlia meets the Russian mobster Aleksandr Malenkov aka Zane when she’s asked by her best friend to cover one of her massage appointments. She never expected to be so attracted to such a man. She doesn’t know much about Zane, but she can’t tell he’s dangerous. Their first encounter leaves Dahlia with her mouth hanging open. Not only because Zane confuses her for a prostitute, but also because she’s taken aback by his commanding attitude and his sexual power he seems to has over her.
“He pulls me towards his naked body until his rock hard cock twitches against my belly.
A strange languor overtakes me, and I am suddenly struck by the desire to submit. To let him have his way. To let him fuck me hard. Because I know it will be a hard fuck.�
When her sister goes missing on a hiking trip in Australia, Dahlia is desperate. When she doesn’t have a choice she turns to Zane for help. Zane is willing to help her, but makes very clear that nothing is for free. He will help her if she accepts to be his
"Why do you hesitate? You know you want it.
‘To be your sexual slave?� My voice is hoarse.
To lose control. To have dirty animal sex. To come so hard you can’t stop."
Dahlia has no option but to agree. If at first she was afraid for her safety, as time passes and she gets to know Zane she slowly becomes afraid for her heart.
I enjoyed this one! It was exactly what I wanted � a steamy, entertaining read with two likeable well, developed characters and scorching chemistry. To be honest I found the plot to be a little underdeveloped, but I didn’t care at all since I enjoyed very much the steam aspect.
Dahlia was a likeable heroine. She was naïve at times, but not too naïve to get on my nerves, sweet, caring and overall a strong, independent young woman. I loved her feistiness and her stubbornness. She definitely gave as good as she got and I enjoyed that. I liked her attitude when it came to our hero. She wasn’t really afraid of him and even if, like I mentioned above she was a little naïve she wasn’t a doormat.
“He is like an ache � an itch that hasn’t been taken care of.�
Zane was sex on a stick. Possessive and controlling, a truly alpha man he knew what he wanted from the start. Sure, at first he was cold, crude and arrogant with Dahlia, but soon after his attitude towards her changed...kind of.
I loved the passion between these two. They were hot as hell together. Every one of their sexy encounter was deliciously sexy and left me wanting more. There are also some sweet and tender moments between them that I really liked. I'm looking forward to read the next installment.
Overall, a great read!
April 11, 2016
more than 5 stars for ZANE!!!
The story begins with an awkward encounter, when Dahlia Fury, wanting to help her friend out takes on the massage appointment with none the less than Alexander Malenkov aka Zane, the danger and ruthlessness impersonated, the Russain mob boss. The appointment ends in a misunderstanding - a messed up and tensed emotional build up interaction with Zane.
The instant physical attraction between them was evident and palpable and the physical touch was the turning point in Dahlia's dealing with a whirlpool of surprise, excitment, repulsion and shock all rolled into one hypered up emotion!
That made her run BUT with her head held up high.
“I wouldn't come to you if you were the last fucking man on earth.�
„One day you will come to me again and you will be eager for what I dish out.�
Dahlia stood up and walked away. Untill the unthinkable happens. Her baby sister went missing on a hiking trip in Australia and all the efforts of finding her came short�
and the only remaining solution would be asking Zane for help.
“I will help, but nothing is for free, rybka.�
She keeps her thoughts exclusively on her sister. She needs her help. And Zane's underground connections could bring her back, safe and sound. Dahlia swollows her pride and the first layer of repulsivness towards the Russian mobster brute and accepts the deal Zane throws at her without a blink of an eye.
“What do you want from me?�
„Ydz.�
And that's a small price to pay for her sister's safety.
The game of passion, emotional thursts and rebellion unfolds�
as well as each of them tries to wage in which direction the boundaries will be pushed and who will break out or break free�
Until the shocking notion comes to light that changes the perception of Dahlia and Zane's relations
I'm gonna love ya, until you hate me.
and the story ends in expectation of what will Dahlia do�
“The eagle does not fight the snake on the ground. It picks it up into the sky and changes the battle field. The snake has no balance, power or strength in the air. Take the fight into the air where you are strong and he is vulnerable.�
…in the second book.
The characters:
Dahlia Fury was an amazing female character - bold, feisty, fierce, out spoken but she was also big hearted, honest and welcoming. And she could stand up for herself even when the cards she was dealt with were bad…even when her obstacles seemed unmanageable and the circumstances against her leaving her vulnerable and bare.
I feel like Cleopatra or Delilah. A temptress full of rage and lust. Then too, the men thought they were the ones with the power. Little did they know. I will show him. I'll show him I can be naked and proud and fierce even in this wet heat.
And she wouldn't give in without her true nature coming out and she wouldn't make it easy on him either, stating it clear what she truly thought, being true to herself til the very end.
Zane/ Alexander Malenkov
*sigh*
*deep sigh*
� a misterious man to unravel, like flipping the two sides of an ancient, priceless coin…admiring it with wary
The Mafia don.
„I am an opportunist, I see an opportunity, I take it.�
Zane…is a cold-blooded criminal, a total jerk, and almost certainly, a dyed in the wool misogynist.
He's like an ache…an itch that hasn't been taken care of.
BUT on the other side�
“Alexander has many secrets buried inside him that he will carry to his grave. You will never know them even if you spend a lifetime with him. If you have found out something it was only because he wanted you to know.�
…Perhaps he wants you too much and he is afraid of being hurt by you.
�.The criminal is just the mask he puts on to survive. That man playing the piano…that's the real him. That's the man who needs a good woman he can trust because he has wounds that only she can heal.
He's a mistery yet to be unfold.
This book was an ABSOLUTE
Georgia, I can say with certainty that this is one of my favorites... and your best work, so far, in my humble opinion!
and to rephrase Dahlia and Zane's words in their banter to make a point:
"You don't own me."
"Yes, I fucking do."
and I couldn't agree more!
Yes, you fucking DO!!! You OWN me.
ARC generously given by the author in exchange for an honest review
official release date March, 19
PART 1 out of 2 in the Her Russian Don series
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May 9, 2016
Another amazing book by Georgia Le Carre. Awesome characters, a hot romance and good plot made it hard for me to put this down.
When all hope for finding her missing sister is gone, Dahlia has no other choice but to ask Alexander Malenkov aka Zane, the dangerous Russian mob boss, for help. The two of them had met a few months ago, when Dahlia had been asked by her best friend to replace her to massage Zane instead. Zane had not been impressed with her massage skills, but Dahlia’s sensual touch had made his whole body spark. Now, she desperately needs him and Zane is determined not to miss the opportunity to make her his. He wants her to become his sex slave for a month in exchange for his help. And, she agrees.
No matter how nice he is, or how desperate he seems to have sex with me. It is just that. Sex. Did I make a mistake? I behaved like a slut and he treated me like a slut.
When all is said and done, there is nothing left.
Dahlia is beautiful, very much independent and sassy. Zane is firm, direct with his demands, oozes masculinity. He’s a true Alpha! He’s possessive and controlling but it seems he finds it hard to resist the urge to bond with her. She’s not afraid of him and she melts the icy coldness in his heart, something that no other woman has ever succeeded in.
“Why does it have to end in a month? What if it’s good? Can’t we carry on and find something that suits us both?�
“That door is closed Dahlia. Just enjoy this moment. That’s all we have. There is nothing beyond this.�
My body trembles with pain. I feel as if I’m standing in a boat that’s slowly sinking. Soon the water will swallow it all.
I loved that we got to see some tender moments with them. It made me think that maybe there’s hope for him yet. Maybe he’s beginning to realize that he can be a better person. Dahlia is his match in wills and stubbornness; she’s such a strong heroine…except when it comes to Zane, that is. But who can blame her??
And what can I say about the sex scenes� Hotness overload.... check! Great romance... check. Great character and plot development. .... check.
But, as Zane’s secrets begin to come to light, Dahlia is confronted with stinging truths and her heart is left broken. Can they begin again? Can Zane learn how to love her the way she wants?
Then my senses come swimming back to me and I feel the first shaft of pain, and oh sweet Jesus, such loss. Such terrible loss. And anger. And sadness. Everything is jumbled up and bewildering, but I know only one thing. I have to get away from this house, this man, these feelings I have for him.
You Don't Own Me (bk. 1) is definitely worth reading and a "keeper." Just know that I LOVED this story! Book Two, please. :)
ARC kindly provided to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
When all hope for finding her missing sister is gone, Dahlia has no other choice but to ask Alexander Malenkov aka Zane, the dangerous Russian mob boss, for help. The two of them had met a few months ago, when Dahlia had been asked by her best friend to replace her to massage Zane instead. Zane had not been impressed with her massage skills, but Dahlia’s sensual touch had made his whole body spark. Now, she desperately needs him and Zane is determined not to miss the opportunity to make her his. He wants her to become his sex slave for a month in exchange for his help. And, she agrees.
No matter how nice he is, or how desperate he seems to have sex with me. It is just that. Sex. Did I make a mistake? I behaved like a slut and he treated me like a slut.
When all is said and done, there is nothing left.
Dahlia is beautiful, very much independent and sassy. Zane is firm, direct with his demands, oozes masculinity. He’s a true Alpha! He’s possessive and controlling but it seems he finds it hard to resist the urge to bond with her. She’s not afraid of him and she melts the icy coldness in his heart, something that no other woman has ever succeeded in.
“Why does it have to end in a month? What if it’s good? Can’t we carry on and find something that suits us both?�
“That door is closed Dahlia. Just enjoy this moment. That’s all we have. There is nothing beyond this.�
My body trembles with pain. I feel as if I’m standing in a boat that’s slowly sinking. Soon the water will swallow it all.
I loved that we got to see some tender moments with them. It made me think that maybe there’s hope for him yet. Maybe he’s beginning to realize that he can be a better person. Dahlia is his match in wills and stubbornness; she’s such a strong heroine…except when it comes to Zane, that is. But who can blame her??
And what can I say about the sex scenes� Hotness overload.... check! Great romance... check. Great character and plot development. .... check.
But, as Zane’s secrets begin to come to light, Dahlia is confronted with stinging truths and her heart is left broken. Can they begin again? Can Zane learn how to love her the way she wants?
Then my senses come swimming back to me and I feel the first shaft of pain, and oh sweet Jesus, such loss. Such terrible loss. And anger. And sadness. Everything is jumbled up and bewildering, but I know only one thing. I have to get away from this house, this man, these feelings I have for him.
You Don't Own Me (bk. 1) is definitely worth reading and a "keeper." Just know that I LOVED this story! Book Two, please. :)
ARC kindly provided to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!
November 8, 2016
1.5 star :/
Nothing particularly wrong with book per se. IF, what your searching for is a pure smutty read with no actual story line.And that NO STORY-LINE was just a huge problem for me :/
Didn't really connect or find either characters that interesting to even rate this a two.There's a bit of a twist in the end..but I kind of figured that 'betrayal' out half way into the book...so no big surprise for me there.
Would probably recommend this, only if your a mood for a total smutty read.Otherwise ? Just Pass. *Shrug*
Nothing particularly wrong with book per se. IF, what your searching for is a pure smutty read with no actual story line.And that NO STORY-LINE was just a huge problem for me :/
Didn't really connect or find either characters that interesting to even rate this a two.There's a bit of a twist in the end..but I kind of figured that 'betrayal' out half way into the book...so no big surprise for me there.
Would probably recommend this, only if your a mood for a total smutty read.Otherwise ? Just Pass. *Shrug*
August 2, 2018
I am so addicted to Georgia Le Carre's mafia themed books! They are my pure indulgence, and I just love reading them! There isn't a huge mafia background to them, it is pretty much that the hero is a member...and he's very wealthy. In this series ( The Russian Don) Zane is your typical alphahole...seriously, he is quite the jerk; but I keep getting small glimpses of the man way down deep...and I am very intrigued!! This is book one of the series, and we don't yet get to see the man who may fall in love with Dahlia...instead he has his walls way up high, and he isn't letting anyone get in. He's done some pretty nasty things to get what he wants in life, and when it comes to Dahlia...he's no different. He ends up doing a favor for her; but only if she will be his sex slave for a month in return. He refuses to do anything for free. Dahlia is extremely attracted to him, and she is also desperate for what she needs from Zane...so she reluctantly agrees to the month contract; but she fears she will live to regret it.
This installment does have a lot of sex in it. I do still feel it has a storyline to it though; but definitely go into this book knowing that there is a lot of sex, and let me tell you...it is graphic, and so very hot!!! This author knows how to write brilliantly, and it shows not only in the sex scenes...but also in her descriptions of the surroundings in each scene. I love that about her writing....she is able to describe a scene so well, that there is no way that the reader can't picture in their mind what everything looks like! I love that in the books that I read, and I find it harder and harder to find nowadays. So this is an extra special treat to me. I believe that is why I love this author's work so much!
This story kind of ends abrubtly, not necessarily with a cliffy; but it just kind of ends...Thank goodness the next installment is already out, so I am eager to start it right away. I need to see what the conclusion for Zane and Dahlia is going to bring!!! I am super glad that I went back to Georgia Le Carre's books! I enjoy them immensely, and I can't wait to see what's next!!
This installment does have a lot of sex in it. I do still feel it has a storyline to it though; but definitely go into this book knowing that there is a lot of sex, and let me tell you...it is graphic, and so very hot!!! This author knows how to write brilliantly, and it shows not only in the sex scenes...but also in her descriptions of the surroundings in each scene. I love that about her writing....she is able to describe a scene so well, that there is no way that the reader can't picture in their mind what everything looks like! I love that in the books that I read, and I find it harder and harder to find nowadays. So this is an extra special treat to me. I believe that is why I love this author's work so much!
This story kind of ends abrubtly, not necessarily with a cliffy; but it just kind of ends...Thank goodness the next installment is already out, so I am eager to start it right away. I need to see what the conclusion for Zane and Dahlia is going to bring!!! I am super glad that I went back to Georgia Le Carre's books! I enjoy them immensely, and I can't wait to see what's next!!
March 18, 2016
ARC kindly provided in exchange for an honest review.
I love Georgia Le Carre's work. I love her writing style and the way she weaves sensual tales with interesting storylines.
This book had a very interesting plot.
Dahlia's best friend and roommate is a masseuse. When her friend asks her for a huge favor, Dahlia finds herself face to face with a dangerous, cold and calculating mafia boss.
He's like an animal, a big cat.
Sleek and dangerous.
Zane earns her immediate dislike, especially when he comes on to her quite aggressively.
Their first meeting is intense but very brief. When Dahlia leaves Zane, he lets her go with a promise. That she will be back for his help.
Months later, Dahlia's sister disappears and so, she will need to ask for help. When she knocks on Zane's door, she knows that his aid will come with a price.
Zane is not a man who easily passes up opportunities. So, he agrees to help Dahlia, but she needs to submit to him; completely. He needs to own her.
But Zane is not a man easily swayed and he never forms emotional attachments. Dahlia's presence in his life will make him question everything.
Can Dahlia make the infamous mafia boss feel? Read to find out!!!
I liked the storyline. The characters were interesting, but I have to admit that I found Zane a bit...wooden as a hero.
I like fast paced plots but this one seemed a bit rushed. It began with great momentum, the first pages sucked me in and I loved the twist, but then suddenly everything was resolved at once. I saw little character development throughout the book and even though Zane is dark & mysterious, he was not a particularly likable hero.
The big bomb is thrown at us near the end and it didn't come as a huge plot twist. At least to me. I was a bit let down, to be honest.
But, I love the author's writing and I am very curious to see where she will take the tale from here. I hope we get to see more of Zane's hidden self! He sure is a mystery. I will certainly read the next installment.
✴✴� 3.75~4 Stars✴✴�
April 7, 2016
3.5 stars
This is a note is for my safety gang gals. If you plan on reading this and don't have any issues/ triggers don't read the spoiler. This book is a classic "Trava me kai as kleo" as they say in my country, loosely translated as "Drag me along even if I'm protesting/crying".
This is a note is for my safety gang gals. If you plan on reading this and don't have any issues/ triggers don't read the spoiler. This book is a classic "Trava me kai as kleo" as they say in my country, loosely translated as "Drag me along even if I'm protesting/crying".
April 4, 2016
This book is totally a guilty pleasure. Don't go in expecting some intricate plot on the Russian mob. All you get is a heavy dose of smutty sex scene with the alpha asshole Aleksandr 'Zane' Malenkov. I'm so jealous of the heroine that she got to be his sex slave for a month. Sign me up!
Dahlia Fury, is a literacy reader. I wish I could have her job. Seriously. She get paid for reading. She had an embarrassingly awful and awkward first meeting with Zane when her roommate forced her to stand in for her for his massage session at his mansion. Her parting words for him is along the lines of 'I won't come to you even if you are the last human on earth.'
But when Dahlia's sister went missing, she had to swallow her pride and ask the powerful Don for help.
What is the price to pay?
Aleksandr 'Zane' Malenkov is the devil incarnated. Sweet Jesus! The way Georgia describe his physique left me tongue tied and drooling. I can even imagine him growing a pair of wings and transformed into a fallen angel. He is such a class A jerk of epic proportion and he totally owned it! The things he said should make me hate such a character, but I just want to submit myself to his wicked ways.
"You're a monster."
"Thank you."
"That was not a compliment."
Dahlia thinks he is crazy and un-fucking-real most of the time, but when she is in his proximity, she just can't stop herself from responding to his gaze and touch. I mean who can withstand his demonic charm?
"I want you to fuck me. Hard."
"Where?"
"Every fucking where."
We only get a little glimpses into Zane's mind, but is enough of a tease to wish we can explore more into his past and his world.
She is just a sickness. Her poison will eventually lose its potency and be expelled out of my bloodstream. She will become a distant memory and I will be free.
This is a short read and the second half of the book is a bonus book for . I wish we can just finish off Zane and Dahlia's story at one go. I'm now eagerly awaiting for Book 2.
Dahlia Fury, is a literacy reader. I wish I could have her job. Seriously. She get paid for reading. She had an embarrassingly awful and awkward first meeting with Zane when her roommate forced her to stand in for her for his massage session at his mansion. Her parting words for him is along the lines of 'I won't come to you even if you are the last human on earth.'
But when Dahlia's sister went missing, she had to swallow her pride and ask the powerful Don for help.
What is the price to pay?
Aleksandr 'Zane' Malenkov is the devil incarnated. Sweet Jesus! The way Georgia describe his physique left me tongue tied and drooling. I can even imagine him growing a pair of wings and transformed into a fallen angel. He is such a class A jerk of epic proportion and he totally owned it! The things he said should make me hate such a character, but I just want to submit myself to his wicked ways.
"You're a monster."
"Thank you."
"That was not a compliment."
Dahlia thinks he is crazy and un-fucking-real most of the time, but when she is in his proximity, she just can't stop herself from responding to his gaze and touch. I mean who can withstand his demonic charm?
"I want you to fuck me. Hard."
"Where?"
"Every fucking where."
We only get a little glimpses into Zane's mind, but is enough of a tease to wish we can explore more into his past and his world.
She is just a sickness. Her poison will eventually lose its potency and be expelled out of my bloodstream. She will become a distant memory and I will be free.
This is a short read and the second half of the book is a bonus book for . I wish we can just finish off Zane and Dahlia's story at one go. I'm now eagerly awaiting for Book 2.
April 3, 2016
***3.5 Stars***
May 29, 2018
You Don't Own Me By Georgia Le Carre
GENRE: Dark Romance
NARRATION: Dual POV
BOOK DETAILS: Book 1 of 2 In The Russian Don Duet
AUDIO AVAILABLE � No
THE STORY:
Dahlia agreed to fill in for her friend who is masseuse. Her client for the day is none other than Russian mobster Aleksandr Malenkov, Zane. He mistakes Dahlia as a prostitute and a hot heated moment sends an embarrassed Dahlia fleeing out the door.
Dahlia’s sister disappears and in her desperation, she turns to Zane for his help. Zane agrees but her payment is to be his sex slave for a month.Stubborn and conflicted Dahlia accepts the terms to save her sister and although has no issues with the incredible sex that is shared between them, she refuses to let herself feel anything deeper for Zane.
Zane is arrogant, dangerous and a cold-blooded killer, his cold commands are brutal, his dirty mouth sexy. The dominant and ruthless man knows what he wants and will do anything to get it.
Has Dahlia just made a deal with devil?
MY THOUGHTS:
Georgia Le Carre is a new author for me. I was so impressed with her writing style and will defiantly be looking into her other works.
Dahlia is a strong, proud heroine, not afraid to speak up and challenge Zane, I liked that about her. Even though her circumstances had made her venerable, she was not at all weak. Being prepared to go through with whatever it took to get her sister back showed her strength, loyalty and determination.
Zane is the hot alpha male in the story and although he has a lot of blood on his hands, behind the criminal and cold exterior lies a damaged soul. His walls are built up tight and steadfast, we have yet to find out too much about him so I look forward to discovering more of backstory in book 2. (The mysteriousness of him only makes him hotter)
I loved this book, it has just the right amount of darkness balanced with a great well written story, the characters are intriguing and the sex scenes are insane! I cannot wait to get my hot little hands on Book 2.
MY RATINGS: (All ratings are out of 5)
HERO RATING: 5
HEROINE RATING: 5
BLUSH RATING: 5
ROMANCE RATING: 2
DARKNESS RATING: 3
ENDING: N/A To be continued in Book#2
PLOT RATING: 5
OVERALL: 5
DO I RECCOMEND THIS BOOK?
Hell Yes! The instant attraction, the burning hot chemistry and the insanely hot sex will have you eagerly reading through each page.
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July 13, 2016
This book was bloody fantastic!!
First of all, how great was it to see a shout out from the author to SUEBEE !!
I really liked how spunky, rebellious and giving Dahlia was. Despite suspicious circumstances, she tried to stay true to herself, which was admirable. For some reason, Zane's coldness and command made him that much hotter lol. Every time these two threw themselves at each other was both thrilling and intense.
I liked getting glimpses behind Zane's walls and was just as frustrated as Dahlia whenever he put them right back up. Arrrgghhh! I'm not sure how the author is going to make this couple work everything out, especially after what Zane revealed in the end, but I imagine book 2 will be one heck of a ride.
XO
First of all, how great was it to see a shout out from the author to SUEBEE !!
I really liked how spunky, rebellious and giving Dahlia was. Despite suspicious circumstances, she tried to stay true to herself, which was admirable. For some reason, Zane's coldness and command made him that much hotter lol. Every time these two threw themselves at each other was both thrilling and intense.
I liked getting glimpses behind Zane's walls and was just as frustrated as Dahlia whenever he put them right back up. Arrrgghhh! I'm not sure how the author is going to make this couple work everything out, especially after what Zane revealed in the end, but I imagine book 2 will be one heck of a ride.
XO
March 19, 2016
Surprisingly short but good whatsoever.
October 30, 2017
It was an okay read... I think if I didn't read other books with this type of storyline then I would probably enjoy it more.
If you're looking for something similar to fifty shades then I would recommend this for you.
If you're looking for something similar to fifty shades then I would recommend this for you.
March 22, 2016
5+ Zane Stars
OMG this book was awesome, loved it so much!! ❤❤❤❤�
HOT...HOT...HOT!
An other great story by GLC!! It has the potential of The Billionaire Banker series. I hope GLC doesn't rush this one and let the story have it's own pace and it will be a win!
We have an alpha super sexy dangerous hero, Zane (Aleksander Malenkov), he's the Boss of the Russian Mob in UK. A man that hides a lot of dark secrets, a mysterious past, but also a man with fine tastes, a lover of opera and a piano player. I'm so eager to read more about his "painful" past and how did he become a Mob boss.
I'm totally in love with him...
The heroine Dahlia Fury is a sweet, naive, kind girl...she works in literary agency. The Mobster and the Librarian -the perfect comb :))
The pace of the story and the story development was great, as it was the characters description.
The sex was SUPER HOT!!
I was totally hooked from page one...and can't wait to know what happens next. I hope book 2 is coming soon.
So I highly recommend it!
OMG this book was awesome, loved it so much!! ❤❤❤❤�
HOT...HOT...HOT!
An other great story by GLC!! It has the potential of The Billionaire Banker series. I hope GLC doesn't rush this one and let the story have it's own pace and it will be a win!
We have an alpha super sexy dangerous hero, Zane (Aleksander Malenkov), he's the Boss of the Russian Mob in UK. A man that hides a lot of dark secrets, a mysterious past, but also a man with fine tastes, a lover of opera and a piano player. I'm so eager to read more about his "painful" past and how did he become a Mob boss.
I'm totally in love with him...
The heroine Dahlia Fury is a sweet, naive, kind girl...she works in literary agency. The Mobster and the Librarian -the perfect comb :))
The pace of the story and the story development was great, as it was the characters description.
The sex was SUPER HOT!!
I was totally hooked from page one...and can't wait to know what happens next. I hope book 2 is coming soon.
So I highly recommend it!
did-not-finish
January 6, 2021Cringe
October 1, 2016
Spoiler Ahead This book was picked for me to read in a pick it for me challenge and I loved it. When Dahlia Fury did a favor for her roommate and best friend Stella she meets the hot rich mafia boss Zane and her world gets turned upside down. Dahlia agrees to give Zane a message in place of Stella after an erotic exchange she runs out thinking that she will never see him again. Three months go by and Dahlia who is dating a guy name Mark gets a call from her mother saying that her sister is kidnapped in Australia she has no choice but to ask Zane for his help. Zane is willing to help her if she agrees to be his for a month. This was a really good book and although Dahlia didn't want to submit to Zane she did the sex scenes in this book were hot. Zane is hot sexy and all alpha male he is use to getting what he wants and he wants Dahlia. I also liked her friend Stella although I thought she was being a b*tch when she told her what Zane wanted and she was jealous because he didn't want her. The supporting cast in this book was great and although we really don't get a lot of backstory on Zane he is keeping her at arms length I know he feels something for Dahlia. This was my first time reading this author's work and not my last this book was well written with no errors in grammar or spelling. I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
May 11, 2016
Good gravy this book was HOT !!!!!Zane,Zane ,you are a very naughty Russian mafia bossman!!!
Though this book had a scene with ow,I looked passed it as the heroine also had a small scene with om,so checks and balances worked out and no others after they are together.On to the next as this ends on a cliffy!
Solid read that kept me very intrested.
Though this book had a scene with ow,I looked passed it as the heroine also had a small scene with om,so checks and balances worked out and no others after they are together.On to the next as this ends on a cliffy!
Solid read that kept me very intrested.
December 30, 2017
Great start
Even though I predicted what really happened and how Zane got his way. I did enjoy the banter between Zane and Daliah and of course the hot sexy parts. But as much as Daliah thinks she can't tame the beast Zane is in his heart, I think she'll learn somehow especially with the help of her new friends. Can't wait to continue since this book has left me wanting more.
Even though I predicted what really happened and how Zane got his way. I did enjoy the banter between Zane and Daliah and of course the hot sexy parts. But as much as Daliah thinks she can't tame the beast Zane is in his heart, I think she'll learn somehow especially with the help of her new friends. Can't wait to continue since this book has left me wanting more.
November 24, 2019
3.5 stars. The dialogues were amusing--I kept cackling away.
April 6, 2016
DNF 25%
Didn't like this one at all... The writing wasn't the kind I like, the heroine got on my nerves, I didn't find the hero particularly interesting... Yeah, I can't say I'd recommand this book!
Didn't like this one at all... The writing wasn't the kind I like, the heroine got on my nerves, I didn't find the hero particularly interesting... Yeah, I can't say I'd recommand this book!
March 25, 2016
I need book two NOW! I loved this book. The h and H are just too hot!
July 19, 2016
I was super excited about this book until�.
DNF 37%
If it was a movie, it would be a 1987 hard porn, with bush and crap dialogue.
Example:
Scene 1
Roommate: “Oh, please meet my Russian Mafia Boss and give him a hard �
Director � CUT! Emphasize hard when you say it.
MC: “Wow, ok, I’ll go rub down the head man of the mafia, sounds like fun.�
MC arrives at said mafia’s humble abode in a too tight dress, or “uniform� with her boobs hanging out.
Mafia Boss: “You are a prostitute, I shall shove 1 finger in your dark cave and call it a night.�
MC: “Oh, I am not a prostitute, don’t touch me.�
MC inner dialogue: Oh yes, right there, right there.
MC has the best orgasm of her life. Then slaps Mafia boss.
****cheesy elevator music starts*
Scene 2
MC Sister goes missing. MC contacts Mafia boss, he gives an ultimatum.
Mafia Boss: “Become my sex slave and I will find your sister.�
MC: “That simple huh? Ok sure let’s do this.�
MC Sister found within the same sentence.
MC goes to Mafia Boss
Mafia Boss: “Get on your knees and give me a back rub while I lounge in my Jacuzzi�
MC: “Sounds great! Let me get my knee pads.�
MC kisses Mafia Boss on the wrist�. BUUUMMMM BUUUUMMMM BUUM
The end.
DNF 37%
If it was a movie, it would be a 1987 hard porn, with bush and crap dialogue.
Example:
Scene 1
Roommate: “Oh, please meet my Russian Mafia Boss and give him a hard �
Director � CUT! Emphasize hard when you say it.
MC: “Wow, ok, I’ll go rub down the head man of the mafia, sounds like fun.�
MC arrives at said mafia’s humble abode in a too tight dress, or “uniform� with her boobs hanging out.
Mafia Boss: “You are a prostitute, I shall shove 1 finger in your dark cave and call it a night.�
MC: “Oh, I am not a prostitute, don’t touch me.�
MC inner dialogue: Oh yes, right there, right there.
MC has the best orgasm of her life. Then slaps Mafia boss.
****cheesy elevator music starts*
Scene 2
MC Sister goes missing. MC contacts Mafia boss, he gives an ultimatum.
Mafia Boss: “Become my sex slave and I will find your sister.�
MC: “That simple huh? Ok sure let’s do this.�
MC Sister found within the same sentence.
MC goes to Mafia Boss
Mafia Boss: “Get on your knees and give me a back rub while I lounge in my Jacuzzi�
MC: “Sounds great! Let me get my knee pads.�
MC kisses Mafia Boss on the wrist�. BUUUMMMM BUUUUMMMM BUUM
The end.
May 8, 2016
This was my first read by Georgia Le Carre
Loved it... and luckily I waited until the second released..
Hot, Intense and addicting!!
On to part 2
Loved it... and luckily I waited until the second released..
Hot, Intense and addicting!!
On to part 2
August 5, 2018
Bad boy Russian...sexy!!!
Zane is a sexy Russian mafia bad boy. He meets Dahlia when she agrees to help out her roommate and best friend by taking her massage appointment for Zane since she is double booked. Dahlia arrives at Zane's home dressed in her roommate's to tight masseuse outfit and Zane mistakes her for a prostitute and propositions her. Months later Dahlia's sister is kidnapped while on an overseas trip and she turns to Zane to help find her. He agrees but demands a month of sexual services to pay for his help. There is a second book which should conclude their story.
I really enjoyed this story and hope I like the second book equally well!
Zane is a sexy Russian mafia bad boy. He meets Dahlia when she agrees to help out her roommate and best friend by taking her massage appointment for Zane since she is double booked. Dahlia arrives at Zane's home dressed in her roommate's to tight masseuse outfit and Zane mistakes her for a prostitute and propositions her. Months later Dahlia's sister is kidnapped while on an overseas trip and she turns to Zane to help find her. He agrees but demands a month of sexual services to pay for his help. There is a second book which should conclude their story.
I really enjoyed this story and hope I like the second book equally well!
December 25, 2021
It was ok, nothing too major. I really don't like the chemistry of them, I guess?
April 11, 2016
Enjoyable read but ends at 39%
Everything about this book looked good, it started with the cover then the blurb plus it was on KU and at 390 pages it looked like a good read, the only downside I could see was the fact at this was book 1 of 2 but since the second one is due out in a few weeks and it's also on KU I didn't really view this as much of a minus. I didn't have time to check the reviews I just checked the overall star rating which was an impressive 4.7 on 63 reviews.
This all sounds great but I should have read the reviews, I nearly always do and if I had it wouldn't have been such a shock when this ended at just 39%. I even went back and re-checked the blurb and while it it states:
For a limited time this edition includes a BONUS book, Beautiful Beast for your enjoyment.
It doesn't say it's longer than the actual book.
Now the story itself is one we've read time and time again and while it's predictable it's one that works for me, I love the dark and brooding Russian billionaires and the women who thaw their hearts and souls and for the most part I enjoyed this, I would have enjoyed it a whole lot more if it wouldn't have stopped at 39%.
I'm not a fan of the ever increasing trend of splitting books and while I knew this was two books I thought this one would be much longer and over 300 pages and therefore a book in its own right, the fact that it ends so soon is just annoying and yes again I could and probably should have checked out the length of the bonus book but to be honest there's only so much checking I want to do before I actually start reading I just assumed it was a free novella.
March 16, 2016
First i must say I love the cover,and the title of book. I m addicted to mafia romance so when i hear that my favorite author is writing about Zane i was on seven heaven. Georgia writting is unique,once you start reading you will not stop until last page, Zane and Dahlia story hook me from the start. Zane is such broken men,but Dahlia woke something in him and he is scared because in his mafia world feelings means weakness. And he try to push her away but you can't stop the love.He is alpha, dominant and possessive. From the other side i think Dahlia is perfect for him, she is caring, lit bit of sweet but in the same time strong and independent. The second characters are amazing too, Noah, Stella, Olga..Can't wait for book 2.I need to see Zane and Dahlia HEA. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
May 29, 2016
4.5 stars - I couldn't put this book down. Intense read. So glad book 2 is already out.
HEA
Cheating/OW/OM
Any couple separation
Any push/pull
Heat Level: Extremely High
Angst Level: Medium
Safety Triggers
HEA
Cheating/OW/OM
Any couple separation
Any push/pull
Heat Level: Extremely High
Angst Level: Medium
Safety Triggers
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