☆AN INTERNATIONAL SENSATION☆For readers who love the darkness of FSOG, Twist Me, Captive in the Dark, and Red Sparrow.Bought. Conditioned. Sold to the enemy.My name is Blaire. I’m head of security to a man who controls the Russian underworld in Europe. His name is Maksim and he’s my master. He bought me ten years ago and conditioned me with brutality to worship and protect him. And I have … conditioned me with brutality to worship and protect him. And I have protected him. I’ve slain everyone who has tried to do him harm. Everyone but a man he loans me to; a man who threatens to break me and everything I believe in.
You’re going to need a strong stomach and a strong heart to follow my story, because take my word for it, it’s no fairy tale.
“Loved this book! Interesting characters, nonstandard plot, and lots of action! You can feel the connection developing between Charlie and Blaire over time.” ~ New York Times Bestselling Author, Anna Zaires
“…a complex story that delved into the darkness, while pushing hard towards the light.” ~ Trish, Unbound Book Reviews
“Screen worthy 5 star read.” ~ BestSellers and BestStellars Book Blog
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This book is challenging my thought for Blaire.. a mysterious woman who are feisty… unpredictable… fear…obidience to the command from her Master Maksim.. she is a woman with no personal feeling..a DO-er.. until she meet Charlie Decena… something awoken her soul..her feelings.. her journey to awaken herself from fear… to love herself and Charlie…
The Darkest thought slowed me down when I read through Blaire.. its not for a speed reader.. You want to enjoy every chapter to find the meaning for Blaire.. I love it and I want more..
She was conditioned to have no fear or emotions. She was as intelligent as ever. She was bought from her parents. One man she thought she could trust because of her loyalty he betrayed her. The man he sold her to for 3 months, Charlie. He brought all the emotions out. What happens I dreadful. Secrets, lies, deceit, using people, killing, kidnapping, selfishness. But can love save them from all this or will they part and hurt forever?
Amazing !!! Absolutely loved this series!!!
This book was amazing. I love Charlie and Blaire’s story, I love how they fell in love.
For the last few chapters of the book, I was an emotional mess. Almost in tears for Blaire. My heart breaks over what she went through.
I cannot wait to start Blaire part 2
Dark and heart wrenching
This book was slow to start, but once I got a few chapters inn I couldn’t stop. I was going to read till I got tired, but I kept telling myself, “Just one more chapter.” That started around 9pm and now the sun’s come up! I’m not going to get into the plot and characters. Just know that they’re so awesome I read all night. Great book. Read it.
5 Stars
OMG, this is about the fifth time I have read this series now and I can’t believe I haven’t left a review yet. So, I will remedy that right now.
Blaire is the first book in the Dark Romance series by Anita Gray. This is a deliciously dark read, with shocking, twisted, spin tingling and chilling details- full of violent, bloody, gory, descriptions of abuse, conditioning, dominance, power, and control. This is not a story for the feint of heart and is you have any triggers at all, then this most definitely isn’t the book for you!!
Blaire is the head of security for a ruthless and savage Russian Mafia Boss. She’d been sold to him when she was a very young girl and has had to endure his brutal conditioning for the past ten years. She’s loyal to the monster who has brutalised her- so much so she has done everything he’s ever requested- and more. So, what happens when she is ‘loaned’ to her master’s associate? Another deadly, ruthless man and head of the Mexican Cartel? It’s only for a few months- but a lot can happen in 3 months! If Dark romance is your ‘groove’, then you really shouldn’t pass up this read!!
A must read for all Dark Romance lovers!
Thank you, Ms. Gray!
I absolutely loved this book, it was a dark, twisted, intense and once I started reading I couldn’t put it down. Maksim is Blair’s Master and all she’s ever known, and is completely loyal to him. Then Charlie enters her world, he’s definitely swoon worthy and I couldn’t help falling in love with him just a bit. Will she let him in? Read and find out for yourself. I can’t wait for the next book.
This is a dark romance. Sex, violence, degradation included in it, but it’s also a fascinating character study of a woman who has been brainwashed and trained to be an assassin by a ruthless Russian criminal. She is “sold” to one of his competitors — a sexy Mexican mob ruler — for three months. Charley, her new “master”, can do anything he wants to her except take her virginity. The ensuing yin and yang of this duo is intriguing and entertaining. Charley is determined to show her kindness and gentleness, although that wasn’t his original intent. Blaire is confused by it all and doesn’t trust Charley’s motives or why he is being nice to her. As the story unfolds, more and more intriguing details are revealed and we realize that this rabbit hole is much deeper than we’d thought! This is the first book in the series, but it is almost a stand-alone.
Mobster Assassin Blaire: A Lethal Weapon.
Phew! I think I may have held my breath reading this book because it was that intense. Blaire is a trained 18-yr old hacker and assassin by Russian mobster Maksim-Markov who is an abusive sadist. Being tortured and brainwashed is all Blaire knows and her extreme conditioning is to protect Maksim at all costs even with her life. As Blaire’s story continues, we learn more and more about what is going on as we are reading through Blaire’s point of view. She learns how she came to be in Maksim’s care and how she is where she is today. She also learns the real relationship to her co-worker and best friend, James. Why she feels a deep attachment to him and his importance. This story is again intense, sadistic, dark, emotional and heartbreaking. We feel for an emotionless Blaire as her tribulation is put forth. It exacerbates with the introduction of crime syndicate Charlie Decena. A extremely good looking 28-yr old crime lord of the Los Zetas in Mexico. We learn his history and how unbelievable everything is. Is it possible that the most infamous and highly feared crime lord Charlie could fall in love with an extremely messed-up hacker and assassin Blaire? Will he save our girl before death claims her? Wow this book is so heart-wrenching. I feel as if my heart has been through a shredder and then duct tape backed together. This has a minor HEA but the story continues in part Blaire 2.
This book was dark and intense and I loved every moment. Maksim was Blaire’s whole world. He was her Master and she was conditioned to serve and protect him and only him. The life Blaire endured was filled with pain, torture, and blood shed. She didn’t know anything else until Charlie. There were so many heartbreaking moments watching Blaire’s struggle to understand the feelings and emotions that Charlie ignited within her. This is a 5 star must read. I look forward to reading book two.
This was my first book I read by this author which I really enjoyed it.. It was heart pounding with almost every page. I can’t wait to start book two now
This book will keep you on your toes wondering what will happen to Blaire. She goes on quite a journey as she begins to learn that people aren’t always who they seem to be and while she’s always trusted her master and is an excellent fighter, she begins to question everything she knows as she re-examines herself and those around her. The intimate scenes were carnal, raw and so damn hot! I definitely recommend this book.
What an exciting book. It will keep you on your toes and cannot turn the pages fast enough. There is lots of sex, action, darkness, and murder. If you like the dark side you will enjoy this book.
5 stars isnt enough for this mind blowing book. i was on the edge of my seat reading this story and was very captavied by this read that i cant wait from the next book. this book is a strong dark read that had me having hard time getting started in a new book. this will take you on a mind twisted ride that will have your emionals on a ride that will have you feeling like you are out of control
Blaire is a dark read of epic proportion. It’s brutal, crazy, and very sad. Blaire is not the girl next door. She is hard and tough and takes her job very serious. She watches her master life with razor sharp eyes and when she gets the feeling that something is wrong she’s there to take care of it. When Blaire see’s one of her master’s associates and realize that he’s not like every one else, she starts to wonder who is this person and what is his reasons to be around. While she is trying to figure out what’s going on Blaire is tossed into a situation that she can’t control or understand. When the situation explode she has to figure out what’s going to happen to her and if it’s the best decision.
Right up my dark romance loving heart
Jesus Christ!! What a book! This is my first Anita Gray book and I will confidently say that I will be back for more. Will start Blai2e ASAP.
I mean, as soon as I you read the blurb, it sucks you right in.
Once you start reading, you really can’t stop.
What a life Blaire has lived. Oh, my heart broke for her and her messed up conditioning.
I hate with a passion Maksim. I loved Charlie but I was so iffy about him at first. I didn’t even know what his deal was. I wanted to trust him but I couldn’t for a while.
This book had so many twists and turns. Just how I like it.
There was absolutely no way I could’ve attempted to guess what was coming because Anita Gray kept taking me in a million different directions.
Definitely worth the 5 Stars!! Eager to indulge some more in this Blaire World.
Love this series. You will fall for Charlie.
Obviously amazing book since i took the time to review. I cant give any details, but I will say you will finish the book in less than 24 hours.
This is an absolute must read if you love dark stories!!