The wait is finally over with Struggle, the third installment in the Discovering BDSM Series.After Xander admits to having sadistic tendencies, Charlie is faced with a decision that will set the path for their future. She doesn’t run, and instead, trusts that he will guide her as he always has. As they navigate their way through this new adventure, both are tested, pushed to limits, and Charlie … Charlie learns just how important trust and open communication really are.
Triggers: This book does go into C/NC which may not be suitable for everyone.
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What can I say but that I have enjoyed diving into the world of BDSM and learning quite a bit. Charlie and Xander’s relationship has developed but as in this one TRUST and honesty are of utmost importance when entering the lifestyle. You need to be able to communicate with your partner when you are not feeling something.
All I can say is that I have learned a lot but certainly not all about the lifestyle and that is a whole new world than what society has been given with movies and other books. Drew has done a fantastic job in how Xander explains this whole new world to Charlie. But I have to say the surprise visit has to be the best part and I felt Charlie’s horror when it came to explaining the Collar… Oh the stories that will come from that. I am excited to see how the conclusion of their story ends.
Wow. To me this book was very intense and you could feel the struggle that Charlie was going through. I am glad Xander was very understanding and was willing to take a step back and really work on their relationship. This is a cliff hanger and I do hope they work everything out in the next book. Excellent book and enjoy.
Author Drew Lennox always delivers while reading his book. He has a unique style for the BDSM lifestyle!!
This is the third book in the series and he does not disappoint.
Charlie and Xander finally move in together, everything is going awesome until his friend brings up something he is interested in, now its peaked Charlie’s interest also!
Will this interest be the end of a relationship that has really just started?
WOW.. Struggle lives up to its title. Once in a relationship the Struggle to keep it going really hits home for Xander and Charlie. The dynamics in their relationship comes full circle in both understanding the new rules in place as well as what is expected from each other. While each adjust to living together and taking their relationship to new heights, they both must remember that the most basic rules from vetting time still need to be followed.
Struggle has all the feels that make for a great book. You follow Xander and Charlies journey through their eyes. Amazing story!
One of the reasons I love Drew’s books, is that all his characters are so realistic that you can see them as your friend, your neighbor or even a co-worker. His characters are developed, that you can relate to how they are feeling or what they are going through. Struggle is just one more that I would recommend to any that is looking for a book that leaves you hangover and wanting more.
I’ve just finished reading this and to be honest, I’m not quite sure what to say about this one. If your keeping up with this series, then you’ve already met Charlie and Xander, and if not, then…what are you waiting for lol. Up until now, Charlie and Xander’s relationship has been fairly tame. Well tame for BDSM. That all changed with this book. So has their relationship. It’s gotten deeper. On both sides. You can feel the love they have for each other on every page. But. With each page read you can also see something happening. What? Sorry can’t go into that lol. You’ll have to read to find out the why’s/when’s/and hows, lol. Change it does though in lots of ways. This book also gets deeper into the lifestyle. All of which gets explained by the author,brilliantly I might add to someone new to this genre of books. But I digress once again lol. This book at times, made me squirm, made me uncomfortable at others. Made me laugh out loud at other times. It’s all those things rolled into a very interesting book. It takes you Way out of maybe your own comfort zone and makes you think of everything you only thought you knew about this lifestyle. Maybe after reading any of his books,you’ll decide hey, this lifestyle may not be for me, or maybe you’ll say sign me up lol. Either way. Whichever way you choose, don’t let the name fool you, because Struggle is just one of those books that should be titled … Omg! What did I just read! And how fast can I read it again!
Wow, I loved reading the third book. It was fabulous. I just kept wanting more & more. I love Charlie & Xander as a couple and how this book you read there thoughys from each POV. When Charlies parents comes to stay had to be the funiest thing I ever read. I was in tears reading it. So so hilarious. This book is full of intense passion, love , raw emotions, possession, power and commitment as well as hot steamy sex that is off the charts. This series just keeps you wanting and needing more. An amazing book xx
Charlie and Xander move forward in their relationship, new rules are set, although Charlie doesn’t understand some of them, she knows that they are there for a reason.
Their connection is strong as ever, Xander pushes Charlie further than before, and Charlie quickly learns how to perfect the inner eye roll to avoid punishments.
Things get more intense and they take things further than before, but your taken through all their emotions as their relationship develops to another level.
When the parents come to visit your left wondering how did Xander pull that one off, but as he does Xander handles everything.
Although Charlie develops as a submissive in their relationship, she still forgets one of the most important things, leaving you wondering what’s going to happen.
Love the dynamic between Charlie and Xander and can’t wait to see where the next book takes them.
Wow this book is so intense. Xander and Charlie are one dynamic couple. This book had me on a really great emotional journey with them. I don’t do spoilers, but holy farm. Drew really knows how to bring you into their world and keep you locked in. The writing and flow of this book is perfect. I absolutely recommend this book.
This has been my favorite book by Drew by far! Xander and Charlie have grown so much since the beginning of these books. One of my favorite parts is when Charlie’s parents stop by for a surprise weekend, I laughed so hard ….I don’t want to spoil it but when you read it you will know what I’m talking about. Xander and Charlie’s chemistry is off the charts and she is growing a lot as a sub. I highly recommend this book!