3.5 stars

****Full Review****

I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Chloe has felt like something was missing in her life for the last couple months and it seems to stem from her relationship with her high school sweetheart. After years of dating, they both decide that their relationship has become stale because they are first and foremost just friends. After Chloe's boss introduces her to his friend Sawyer, she learns what sexual chemistry is really all about. Sawyer is instantly drawn to Chloe but knows she isn't into the BDSM lifestyle him and all his friends are and is nervous of scaring her away. These two want each other but will changes be too much for either?

Commanded is book six in the Club Sin series and all your favorite couples make appearances with little updates on how everyone is doing. This story holds up on its own as this is fully Chloe and Sawyer's story and somewhat different from the rest. There was an interesting take on why and how Sawyer got into the BDSM club life, when he was honorably discharged out of the military he missed the camaraderie, giving orders, and being looked up to. With his natural dominant personality, he transitioned what he was missing from his past military life into becoming involved in a BDSM club and finding fulfillment there. Showing all the rhymes and reasons individuals get involved with this lifestyle is what makes this series so good and keeps things feeling fresh.

Chloe was a good character in that she felt completely normal, from her fear to not being what Sawyer needed, to her strength to not compromise who she was. Sawyer was the calm, cool, and level headed Dominant that oozes sexual confidence. Our couple meets in the previous book so when they reconnect here, it doesn't take long before they decide they should be together because both have wanted it for some time. I really enjoyed how nothing was forced in their relationship and how Sawyer introduced Chloe to not the club lifestyle but to what he individually needed from her. These two talk and while there may be a few hiccups in the beginning, they have a pretty smooth joining; I found myself missing a little bit of the angst and drama.

There is a side action story that involves Sawyer's sister, her spiraling down MMA boyfriend, and then a Chloe kidnap scene that allowed for Sawyer to show off his badass SWAT sniper side but seemed a little forced. It gave me the drama I was missing but the resolution was wrapped up very quickly. There are also no club scenes between this couple, remember how I mentioned this was a bit different from the rest of the series? This story really is all about Sawyer and Chloe growing individually and what that means for their growth together. The resolution to Sawyer and Chloe's relationship and what their BDSM relationship looks like for them felt natural and real.

If needing a break from drama and angst then Commanded would be a great choice with its sexy scenes and level headed characters. ( )

I cannot give this book enough stars. I absolutely loved, loved, loved it. Be on the lookout for this author, she is a firecracker. ( )

Commanded (Club Sin #6)by Stacey Kennedy, is a quick, enjoyable and positive read. The story of Sawyer & Chloe is one of two people coming together over a family tragedy and quickly growing into a loving relationship. The book can be read as a standalone, brief cameo appearances from previous Club Sin couples, helps to tie the story to overall series.
General thoughts:
• Both Sawyer and Chloe are likable characters
• The back-story for both Sawyer and Chloe is limited, but enough is provided for the reader to form an opinion of them
• Sawyer is caring, has strong ties to his family, a dominant personality, that doesn't intimidate others, and strong morals.
• Chloe is open, sweet, calm, has a sense of humor, professional, she doesn't scare easily.
• The story is BDSM light, with references to the lifestyle and some brief rope bondage.
• Although the writing implies a chemistry, and connection between Sawyer and Chloe, I never really felt it, and I really wanted to.
• Both Sawyer and Chloe conquer personal challenges within their lives, to further and solidify their relationship, leading to an expected HEA.
I enjoyed the book and it’s a nice addition to the Club Sin series.
The book was provided by NetGalley on behalf of Random House Publishing Group - Loveswept , the expected publication date is Jul 7 2015
For me overall this was a three star read.


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Sawyer's story was completely unexpected. I've always felt that he was one of the more aloof characters in the Club Sin series. But to see this side of him was surprisingly refreshing. His increasing boredom, the lack of excitement and incentive in Club Sin gave me a bit of a shock considering he is a Master Dom. So when Chloe's innocence is the factor that he finds attractive in her It was a bit of an eye opener. Of course, the circumstances that bring them into close proximity is sad enough but the part I am most glad for is that they both find the passion that seemed to lack in their lives before they came together. So now that this series is coming to an end I guess the even more surprising ending was inevitable.

ARC provided in exchange for an honest review ( )

4 "Hard Choices" Stars! Being a long time lover of the Club Sin Series, I eagerly await each new installment. Once again Stacey Kennedy delivers another fresh story within the old familiar Club Sin network of friends, providing for an erotic and entertaining read. Commanded tells Club Sin's Master Sawyer's story and tackles the challenges that a Dom may be required to face should his heart settle upon a vanilla sub, particularly one who is also unaware of her proclivities and who may be unwilling to totally submit to the Club Sin lifestyle. Further enhancing the romance is a mild action/suspense overlay surrounding the apprehension of the man who brutally attacked Sawyer's sister, which forms the basis for this unlikely duo spending time together to realize their connection.

While the Club Sin Series can be read on a stand-alone basis, given each focuses on the love story of a different couple, the characters from prior stories do continue to make an appearance in subsequent books. Thus if you plan to read the entire series, and I highly recommend you do, then they are best enjoyed in order. In this case, both Sawyer Quinn, the hero and a Club Sin Master, and Chloe Nash, the heroine and co-worker of Porter Marshall (the Club Sin hero of Book 5), have previously been introduced in prior books.

Following the brutal attack of his sister, Sawyer seeks the aid of Porter's investigation firm to track down the culprit. Eager to explore the attraction he feels for Chloe, and hoping that her involvement will help his sister feel more comfortable to honestly discuss the attack with a woman, Sawyer specifically requests that the case be handled by Chloe.

Chloe meanwhile is equally receptive to the undeniable chemistry that ties her to Sawyer. Chloe, however, is clearly to innocent to ever fit in in the Club Sin lifestyle. Nonetheless, she sparks feelings in Sawyer that may very well be even more powerful. He has no doubt that she is a submissive of heart, but will she ever be able to set aside her inhibitions enough to partake in the public displays that are part of Club Sin? Should it come down to it, which is more important to Sawyer: his role as a Club Sin Master or Chloe? Moreover, even if Sawyer could make such a decision, would Chloe be willing to trust her heart to a man who clearly is used to such a very different lifestyle?

While Commanded is definitely on the tamer side of the BDSM spectrum, Ms. Kennedy still manages to infuse her signature erotic overlay to the developing romance between Chloe and Sawyer. Enhancing this salacious overlay is the fast-paced, action and suspense plot which adds a layer of depth to the fragile and desperate nature of this couple's desire and needs. Both aspects work well together delivering another satisfying Club Sin love story.

All in all, Commanded is another hit for the Club Sin series, and I can't wait to read more of this fantastic series. Next up in October is Mine, a novella length story that continues Presley's and Dimitri's story, the couple that started the Club Sin Series.

Source: Review copy provided in exchange for an honest review. ( )