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Genres: Adult, Erotica, Romance.
1.75 Stars

The negatives to this story are so numerous I am not going to waste much time on this review.

There are typos/editing errors.
The writing is sluggish.
To much about nothing.
The erotic scene are lacking in intensity and connection.

I was tempted many times to DNF it.

End result,
Painfully Boring ( )

A Shot in the Dark is a highly sensual read and provides readers with valuable insight into the BDSM lifestyle. To read my review in its entirety, please visit http://bookreviewsandmorebykathy.com/?p=777 ( )

D/s series. Pretty good... interesting characters, a real story line beyond the sex. ( )

A Shot in the Dark
by Christine d'Abo
Published 11/07/2011
Carina Press

RATING: 3 Stars

Summary: Carter is one of the hottest men ever to walk into Paige Long's coffee shop. The attraction is mutual, and when Carter reveals himself to be a Dom, the submissive in Paige is aroused. Yet she brushes him off—her last relationship was abusive and she's unwilling to get involved with another Dom.

But when Carter returns the next day—in his firefighter uniform—Paige's fantasies really heat up. She can't resist his offer to get to know him over a drink at Mavericks, a local sex club. Their conversation quickly escalates to a session in one of the private rooms, and Paige is both thoroughly satisfied by Carter's skills in domination, and impressed with his selflessness as a lover.

Paige is ready to move on with her life. But can she trust in herself and submit to happiness?

Review: A Shot in the Dark is book two in the Long Shot series that brings us the story of the oldest sister, Paige Long. Once again we are invited to visit their Toronto coffee shop and in to the alternative sexual lifestyles at Mavericks.

Paige is a no nonsense business owner. After leaving an abusive relationship, the last think on her mind is finding someone new. But when hunky firefighter, Carter West, stops by the coffee shop, Paige feels the sturrings of arousal from this handsome stranger.

I liked this book, but felt uncomfortable with the BDSM element of it. Carter was definitely a gentleman with how far he chose to push Paige outside her comfort zone, yet because she had a history of abuse I could not help but think that some of the domination seemed a little harsh. However, the story came together quickly and provided enough background to make the relationship work. I felt myself wishing for a little more detail but as far as a short story goes, the story was satisfying.

The final book of this trilogy is Ian's story. After two books of teasers, we will soon find out what becomes of Ian and Blue Eyes. ( )