Review: Dare to Love by Carly Phillips

Dare to Love
Carly Phillips

Dare to Love Series, Book 1

Kindle Edition, 256 pages

Published January 10th 2014 by CP Publishing

http://www.carlyphillips.com

New York Times Bestselling Author Carly Phillips turns up the heat in her newest sexy contemporary romance series, and introduces you to the Dare family… siblings shaped by a father’s secrets and betrayal.

Since finding out his father had another family on the side, Ian Dare swore to be the upstanding, responsible man his cheating parent had never been. When it comes to his relatives, he gives his all but in relationships he offers the bare minimum. But one glimpse of sensual Riley Taylor arouses his dominant and protective instincts and Ian is entranced. He will do anything to possess her … and does. But any future with Riley must include him extending an olive branch to the half-brother who is a constant reminder of the pain he’d rather forget.

Independent and always in control, Riley Taylor makes no apologies for choosing men carefully. Relationships have never been a priority and she believes herself hardened to domineering men – until she meets charismatic Ian Dare. He manages to turn a simple kiss into an all out assault on her senses and when he takes control in the bedroom, she’s stunned to discover she likes it. As their affair heats up, they soon realize they complete each other in ways neither imagined. But Riley’s past is closer than she cares to remember, and her struggles with Ian’s dominance might just cost her everything.

 



4 Stars

Ian is dominating and controlling. When the past he has, you understand why he is this way. Sexy is an understatement. He is throw for a loop when just the sight of a woman get him tangles. Even with his controlling ways I liked him a lot.

Riley is a strong, independent and headstrong. Sassy and fun. She has a broken past and has faught every step of the way to be where she is now. She will stand up for herself even when asking for help or when a man is trying to dominate her.

Dare to Love is my first Carly Phillips book and will not be my last. I enjoyed everything from the concept of the stroy to the awesome characters she has written. A sexy and fast read, with a lot going on that will get the blood moving. When I first started reading I was not sure this would be the book. A few pages later, I was sucked in. Dare to Love is a great start to the series and I am looking forward to reading Alex's book.

 

Dare to Submit by: Carly Phillips

Dare to Submit

Carly Phillips

Book 4 Dare to Love series

ebook

Published September 8th 2014 by CP Publishing

Decklan Dare knows about the unexpected loss of loved ones and for this reason, he values control in all areas of his life. Amanda Collins enjoys the freedom she finds in casual encounters without the emotional connection a relationship brings. They meet and their physical attraction is mutual but both experience feelings that could run deeper – if they drop their guard and let each other in. Decklan is first to trust, but when he discovers the secret Amanda’s been hiding, will he forgive? Or will he rebuild every wall before she has a chance to explain?

 

4 Stars

Decklan and Amanda are first brought together by mutual attraction at an exclusive BDSM club but when the attraction gets serious someone is going to get hurt.  Decklan is a paramedic with a tragic past and a need to control all things in his life.  Amanda is a loyal friend who has given up almost everything to keep a secret.  When the two meet fireworks are instant and  something has to give; but when secrets aren't shared and you live states away, is it possible to make a relationship work?

The Dare series are all stand alone and that's what attracted me to Dare to Submit.  I was looking for something that I could get lost in without making a long term commitment;  However, Carly Phillips made me fall in love.  This book has everything: strong characters, hot sex, and just a hint of tragedy and heartbreak that make you want everything to be ok.  I highly recommend this read for anyone looking for a wonderfully written romance.

I requested and received a copy of this book from netgalley for an  honest review.  All the opinions are my own.  Book description and image came from Carly Phillips website which can be found by clicking on the image.  Happy reading!!