The Second Option - Book Review

I really enjoyed the fantasy JG Leathers created in his story the Second Option, but the fact that it was so completely impossible, even in a fantasy future world, really detracted from my enjoyment. In movie terms, he failed to establish a 'Credible suspension of disbelief.' There were just too many questions.

Questions like: Why did Connie turn on him and become so cruel? Why weren't there safety protocols to prevent Connie's software from enslaving her owner? lastly, and the most importantly: How could Jan endure Connie's prolonged torture when several psychological studies have shown people become unstable after only a few hours of total isolation?

I really enjoyed the bondage throughout this book up until the finale and extreme isolation Jan is forced to endure. For me, it was just too cruel. But up until that point, the scenes of extreme bondage, forced slavery and sexual torment were delicious. Jan created a world where he could enjoy bondage and submission with the perfect mistress and it was wonderful to watch. The fantasy of living out one's bondage dreams on a secluded estate with a devoted and skilled Dominatrix was inspired.

While I thoroughly enjoyed the book: I would have enjoyed it more if it was stayed a little more in reality and was more consensual and sane. But I guess that is not JG's method. See the full review here.

A Master for a Desperate Slave - Book Review

This is not one of Lizbeth Dusseau's better books. It's not powerful and there are no fireworks. I would say it's very weak across the board - The love story is dysfunctional, the love triangle is non-existent and the sex is scarce. Overall the book did not keep my interest and I had trouble finishing it.

Dana's life has been a wreck since her relationship with her Dominant lover and business partner Benjamin collapsed. She's been a total failure running the company since. Even her new master Locksley can't seem to set her straight. When Dana's silent partner brings Ben back to save the company, she's shocked to find her desire for him still alive. Dana begs, pleads and finally gets Ben's attention, Dana's ordered into into a cage and taken off to boot camp training by Benjamin and his accomplice, Jud. There she has to prove her submission to Benjamin to win him back.

I don't think the relationship between Dana and Benjamin is believable because they really aren't in love. He wants a toy he can beat regularly and she needs control. It's more about being co-dependent than being in love.

Lizbeth really doesn't describe why they need each other - I think Ben would be happy with any masochist and Dana just needs a domineering man. It seems just about anyone could fulfill their needs. Surly the sex isn't a key factor since they almost never have sex or do anything else together.

I recommend this book be skipped. See my full review here.