The Gilded Cuff by Lauren Smith – Review & Giveaway

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The Gilded Cuff by Lauren Smith – Review & Giveaway

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The Gilded Cuff
Surrender #1
by Lauren Smith
Release Date:February 10, 2015
Genre: adult, contemporary, erotic, romance

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Description:
Journalist Sophie Ryder has been following Emery Lockwood’s story since she was a little girl. There has always been something in his haunted eyes that she couldn’t resist and now, when she’s certain he holds the key to solving a string of kidnappings, she’ll do anything to speak to him. Even if it means venturing deep into the seductive world of the Gilded Cuff, a luxurious BDSM club on Long Island’s Gold Coast and Emery’s personal playground.

From the moment Sophie enters his shadowy, sensual domain, Emery Lockwood knows this tantalizing new little sub was meant to belong to him. However, Sophie wants more from Emery than just pleasure . . . she wants his past. And that is something he isn’t willing to give—no matter who is asking. But every moment he spends with Sophie, Emery feels his control slipping and he knows it’s only a matter of time before he surrenders to her heart, body, and soul.

 

Review:

THE GILDED CUFF is the first book in a new series by Lauren Smith. Investigative journalist, Sophie Ryder will do anything to meet Emery Lockwood. He and his twin were kidnapped as little boys and she feels that she can help him solve the mystery of his kidnapping and bring justice to his family. The problem is Emery is a reclusive billionaire. She goes undercover in a luxurious BDSM club to meet this recluse, but did Sophie bite off more than she can handle? Well, throwing her shoe at a Dom isn’t the wisest thing to do! Emery is fascinated with this new “sub” and promises her some exclusive information if she becomes his playmate for a time. Let the fun begin!

Sophie enters the amazing world of Long Island’s Gold Coast. Even though the novel starts in a BDSM club, I would describe the novel as more of a romance with a lot of steam! It touches on the erotic world of BDSM, but in a tasteful way. Sophie doesn’t know what she has signed up for and has some adjustments to Emery’s lifestyle which she readily embraces. She has solved many cold cases with the police and feels that she can help the Lockwood family. Emery is opening up for the first time in years and retells the horrific details of when he and his twin were kidnapped as boys and the loss of his brother.  He has a major case of PTSD, hence his reclusive nature. He is truly a tortured hero who is extremely vulnerable. I think the mystery behind the kidnapping was my favorite part of the novel and things are not neatly tied up at the end. I can’t what to read what happens in future installments! We only scratched the surface of why someone would kidnap little boys and not demand a ransom!

Lauren Smith creates the most intriguing secondary characters. They include Emery’s lifelong bodyguard, his tech geek and two other Doms from the club. My favorite was Hayden, Sophie’s new girlfriend who is the sister of one of the Dom’s. She plays a major part at the end of THE GILDED CUFF and is a true heroine! I can’t wait for her story!  

I can’t give away too much of the plot without spoilers, but if you love a great mystery with a giant dose of steam and a beautiful love story, you will swoon over this novel! I can’t wait for the next one!

Reviewed by Jules

Copy provided by Author

 

giveaway

Lauren is graciously offering a $10.00 GIFT CARD (Amazon or B&N) to ONE (1) lucky commenter at The Reading Cafe.

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9. Giveaway runs from February 19-22, 2015

 

 

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  3. Lovely review! I read The Gilded Cuff as well and I thought it was fantastic. I am eagerly awaiting the other two installment. I liked The Reading Cafe on Facebook and followed on twitter. I also followed on TSU and joined Goodreads group. I also followed Lauren on twitter. 🙂 Thank you for this wonderful opportunity Lauren! My email addy: stacy_am.reid@yahoo.com

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  21. I have already read The Gilded Cuff and it is a wonderful book. Lauren, thanks for another great book and giveaway!

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  25. This book looks really good. I love strong women and a good mystery. Reality sometimes is a little overwhelming,so reading is my escape. Please enter me in the giveaway. Thanks Barb and Sandy!

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