When Commander Quinn Garrick learns of Pepper Thornback’s incredible healing skills he decides to bring her before the ruling Tribunal. But how will she feel about a trip to the capital?
I truly enjoyed reading about the characters. Its a page turner and well written. Its easy to read. I enjoyed the storyline.
Author
mamafoofoo7
2 years ago
I enjoyed reading this interesting story about Pepper and Quinn as they navigated their precarious relationship. There was a terrible sickness sweeping the land. Pepper was a healer from a small community with “magic hands” most people said that helped with the symptoms of the disease. Quinn was the high commander and he came for her. It took one look and he knew he had to have her, but she was a bit willful and he knew she would need lots of spankings for corrections. Her introduction to the capital as healer and their courtship was full of intrigue, danger and doubts. Good read with a great new society. I can’t wait to read more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
sandra
2 years ago
This was a series I hadn’t heard of before, but was definitely an interesting one. I liked the fact that the couple from the first book showed up, but not having read that one didn’t inhibit my enjoyment of this one. That can get to be irritating! I’ll be back for more!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
tburbr
2 years ago
The story line was great and the book had a smooth flow to it. The character work was great. I was hooked from beginning to end. I look forward to more from this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
lolee60
2 years ago
When Commander Quinn Garrick goes looking for massage therapist/healer Pepper, what he finds is so much more that he expected. There is a disease going around the land and she can help. He needs her help and before long, he needs her. The very controlled world they live in is in conflict. Can they find love in the midst? Can she love a man who spanks her bottom? A good read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
ivory3369
2 years ago
This well written story has many twists and turns and has two people who should be together on opposite sides, but when she gets to know him she realizes the she loves the side she originally did not like. These well crafted characters are strong-willed. Trust can be hard won, and it is surprisingly fragile. Add in the miscommunications that so often happen in life, and the double standards in this story has to be breached. HEA’s are worked for. Good Read, but it does have spanking
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
viro1114
2 years ago
This is another great read. The characters are well developed and engaging with the chemistry being obvious from the start. Will With the storyline being well written it made for an entertaining read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
rbrookspa
2 years ago
I adored Quinn and Pepper’s story. The world building is phenomenal and the romance was just perfect. I enjoyed getting to know more about this world and visiting with characters from the previous story. The twists and turns were surprising and really raised the premise to another level. You just want to keep reading to find out what happens next. Great writing and storytelling. Hoping there is another book coming in this series.
Author
reillyjr2002
2 years ago
From the first page I was drawn into Pepper’s life. Hers is a simple existence ruled by hard work and adherence to a handbook of strict rules for behavior. Pepper has been quietly following the rules in public while trying to help her sister with the symptoms of the disease rapidly spreading on her planet, in private. When her abilities are discovered, she is visited by two different persons in authority. The first scares her and the second, Quinn, quite simply changes her life. Determined to see if Pepper is able to help with the epidemic, he insists she accompanies him to the capital. There Pepper sees a world far different than the one she has known. It’s a world filled with freedoms, choices, mystery, danger, and heart-stopping romance. Pepper yearns to free her sexuality which she has kept tightly coiled inside her old, restrictive life. When she meets the dominant and handsome Quinn, she can’t help but succumb to her desires. When Pepper discovers lies about her parents’ whereabouts, she wonders if Quinn has been lying to her. Not willing to take a chance, she sets out to solve the mystery herself. The reader is treated to both a complex and page turning plot as well as a hot and spicy romance. Quinn has a lot to teach Pepper about the world, relationships, trust and love. Most of those lessons will be pleasant, but some will be taught over his knee. I truly enjoyed the way the author continued the over lying plot of the series while ensuring this book can easily be read as a standalone. I also loved the visit from several characters from Book 1. This is a terrific new entry in the Lighthouses of Devmaer series and I highly recommend this passionate and exciting book.
Author
marybeth
2 years ago
Pepper is able to bring relief from the Waking Illness, an illness that is slowly moving around the world. A minister of the government, Daedra, comes to her for healing, the minister decides to arrest her to bring her to the city to take advantage of her talent. Quinn Garrick is the commander of their country and he comes to save her. But, he doesn’t like the way she behaves and he spanks her. Quinn and Pepper start a dance with each other leading to a match. Pepper is the typical country person who comes to the city and experiences culture shock. But she realizes that there is something wrong going on and works to find out what. There is a HEA. I enjoyed this story. The discipline isn’t as strict as the first book, but I enjoyed the interplay between Quinn and Pepper. I received a copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
daviskristine60
2 years ago
Pepper is just trying to live her life but she has a special healer’s touch. She ends up healing a powerful ruler in her world and before he takes her another ruler, Quinn grabs her and takes her far away from everything she has known. Quinn makes Pepper his ward and she soon finds out what that mean. I love how the relationship between these two starts taking off. Just a great story. Highly recommend. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Author
chibandit44
2 years ago
Pepper is just a country girl with a special healers touch. Unfortunate for her she heals one of the most powerful rulers in her world. Before this ruler gets her hands on Pepper, another ruler, Quinn, swoops in and takes her away from everything she knows. She’s transported to the capital and asked (told) to put her healing touch to good use. Along the way she finds out what it really means to be Quinn’s ward and responsibility-or more accurately Pepper’s butt does. They start to bond, but will Quinn be able to protect Pepper from the evils of the world? Fun story with some great side characters, including Quinn’s sister and “maid.”
Author
annakay227
2 years ago
Every great romance starts with an abduction, right? Well, it feels like abduction to Pepper, anyway. And this is one great story. Pepper is independent and a free thinker in a society that values obedience. But she is inextricably drawn to the world’s leader, Commander Quinn. I loved Pepper and Quinn’s connection- the push and pull between them. Also, the story line is so unique. I knew there were nefarious things going but did not see all the twist and turns coming. I also loved the other characters. Book one’s Kai and Princess Gael made an appearance and I realized that somehow I missed reading that book. After I finish this review, I am definitely rectifying that! Five stars for this can’t-put-it-down-til-it’s-done read!
Author
patriciahoffstaetter
2 years ago
This is a fascinating, futuristic romance with a slightly dark undertone & it can be read as a standalone. The well-paced plot is interesting with some unexpected situations/events. The main characters are quite well-developed & have good chemistry between them but are inclined to be slightly confrontational with each of them having their own goals & expectations.
There is: a young woman (Pepper) with healing abilities draws the attentions of the Commander (Quinn Garrick) & promptly takes her to the Capital (Rosewyld) to appear before the ruling Tribunal & she is definitely not too impressed with this idea or him especially when she discovers the truth about her parents disappearance, a conniving woman (Daedra), twists & turns, drama, action, adventure, intrigue, suspense, sickness, secrets, mystery, threats, danger, deceit, betrayal, enemies, shock, defiance, ultimatums, trust issues, disobedience, resentment, discipline, spankings, domination/submission, vulnerability, unhappiness, rumors, devious plans, escape, compromises, contentment, love, steamy scenes & a satisfying conclusion.
Author
maureenshoemark
2 years ago
Im not sure what i quite expected when i first started reading this book, but i can tell you this much it really was intriguing, i really loved the mystery surrounding her mother and fathers surposed murder and as for Sister Daedra, i really never saw her coming in the way she did… just wow. This whole story was one fantastic read, one which i obviously really enjoyed
Pepper is known as a healer, she can help people with the waking illness, when she visits her sister Lilly, Commander Quinn comes up to her and tells her she has to pack her stuff and come with him or else…… so Pepper reluctantly goes with Quinn, but halfway there she earns a spanking, the first of many to come.. But once there she starts falling in love with Quinn, and soon learns more from clients about her parents.
Honestly i dont want to put anymore spoilers in this but it definately is a must read.. you will totally enjoy…
5 stars
Author
loritedrick
2 years ago
This was a great book. I first discovered Libby Campbell’s books just before Christmas. I read the first one Bound to the Past (Prequel) and I quickly bought the next book, Bound to the Admiral. I was so excited when I found out she was writing another book in this series. And it did not disappoint! The over-arching story-line that really began in Bound to the Admiral continues in this book.The chemistry between the Commander and Pepper is apparent from the start. It does not take long before these two strong willed individuals clash – at the expense of Pepper’s bottom. The Commander is a strong believer in corporal discipline, but it seems to not be a deterrent for Pepper, who is determined do what she believes she must, as the story-line / drama unfolds. It was a very good story and I was very happy to be reunited with Princess Gael and Fleet Admiral Kai Grenville of the previous book Bound to the Admiral. If you are a fan of the domestic discipline genre you will love this book. It can be a stand-alone read and I believe you will find it very enjoyable, but I also believe you will get even more enjoyment out of it if you read the two previous books.
I received this as an ARC and voluntarily give my review.
Author
bmhercule
2 years ago
Pepper is a healer living in a small city with extreme rules. Quinn is the Commander who seeks her out to help his people with a new sickness that is plaguing them. Quinn leaves her only remaining relative and goes where she is told and thus starts her adventures. A rebel by nature, she clashes with Commander Quinn while also being attracted to him. This is a story about lies, betrayals, lust, and love. A good read full of mystery, action & a lot of spanking! I received this as an ARC and voluntarily give my review.
I truly enjoyed reading about the characters. Its a page turner and well written. Its easy to read. I enjoyed the storyline.
I enjoyed reading this interesting story about Pepper and Quinn as they navigated their precarious relationship. There was a terrible sickness sweeping the land. Pepper was a healer from a small community with “magic hands” most people said that helped with the symptoms of the disease. Quinn was the high commander and he came for her. It took one look and he knew he had to have her, but she was a bit willful and he knew she would need lots of spankings for corrections. Her introduction to the capital as healer and their courtship was full of intrigue, danger and doubts. Good read with a great new society. I can’t wait to read more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was a series I hadn’t heard of before, but was definitely an interesting one. I liked the fact that the couple from the first book showed up, but not having read that one didn’t inhibit my enjoyment of this one. That can get to be irritating! I’ll be back for more!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line was great and the book had a smooth flow to it. The character work was great. I was hooked from beginning to end. I look forward to more from this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When Commander Quinn Garrick goes looking for massage therapist/healer Pepper, what he finds is so much more that he expected. There is a disease going around the land and she can help. He needs her help and before long, he needs her. The very controlled world they live in is in conflict. Can they find love in the midst? Can she love a man who spanks her bottom? A good read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This well written story has many twists and turns and has two people who should be together on opposite sides, but when she gets to know him she realizes the she loves the side she originally did not like. These well crafted characters are strong-willed. Trust can be hard won, and it is surprisingly fragile. Add in the miscommunications that so often happen in life, and the double standards in this story has to be breached. HEA’s are worked for. Good Read, but it does have spanking
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is another great read. The characters are well developed and engaging with the chemistry being obvious from the start. Will With the storyline being well written it made for an entertaining read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I adored Quinn and Pepper’s story. The world building is phenomenal and the romance was just perfect. I enjoyed getting to know more about this world and visiting with characters from the previous story. The twists and turns were surprising and really raised the premise to another level. You just want to keep reading to find out what happens next. Great writing and storytelling. Hoping there is another book coming in this series.
From the first page I was drawn into Pepper’s life. Hers is a simple existence ruled by hard work and adherence to a handbook of strict rules for behavior. Pepper has been quietly following the rules in public while trying to help her sister with the symptoms of the disease rapidly spreading on her planet, in private. When her abilities are discovered, she is visited by two different persons in authority. The first scares her and the second, Quinn, quite simply changes her life. Determined to see if Pepper is able to help with the epidemic, he insists she accompanies him to the capital. There Pepper sees a world far different than the one she has known. It’s a world filled with freedoms, choices, mystery, danger, and heart-stopping romance. Pepper yearns to free her sexuality which she has kept tightly coiled inside her old, restrictive life. When she meets the dominant and handsome Quinn, she can’t help but succumb to her desires. When Pepper discovers lies about her parents’ whereabouts, she wonders if Quinn has been lying to her. Not willing to take a chance, she sets out to solve the mystery herself. The reader is treated to both a complex and page turning plot as well as a hot and spicy romance. Quinn has a lot to teach Pepper about the world, relationships, trust and love. Most of those lessons will be pleasant, but some will be taught over his knee. I truly enjoyed the way the author continued the over lying plot of the series while ensuring this book can easily be read as a standalone. I also loved the visit from several characters from Book 1. This is a terrific new entry in the Lighthouses of Devmaer series and I highly recommend this passionate and exciting book.
Pepper is able to bring relief from the Waking Illness, an illness that is slowly moving around the world. A minister of the government, Daedra, comes to her for healing, the minister decides to arrest her to bring her to the city to take advantage of her talent. Quinn Garrick is the commander of their country and he comes to save her. But, he doesn’t like the way she behaves and he spanks her. Quinn and Pepper start a dance with each other leading to a match. Pepper is the typical country person who comes to the city and experiences culture shock. But she realizes that there is something wrong going on and works to find out what. There is a HEA. I enjoyed this story. The discipline isn’t as strict as the first book, but I enjoyed the interplay between Quinn and Pepper. I received a copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Pepper is just trying to live her life but she has a special healer’s touch. She ends up healing a powerful ruler in her world and before he takes her another ruler, Quinn grabs her and takes her far away from everything she has known. Quinn makes Pepper his ward and she soon finds out what that mean. I love how the relationship between these two starts taking off. Just a great story. Highly recommend. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Pepper is just a country girl with a special healers touch. Unfortunate for her she heals one of the most powerful rulers in her world. Before this ruler gets her hands on Pepper, another ruler, Quinn, swoops in and takes her away from everything she knows. She’s transported to the capital and asked (told) to put her healing touch to good use. Along the way she finds out what it really means to be Quinn’s ward and responsibility-or more accurately Pepper’s butt does. They start to bond, but will Quinn be able to protect Pepper from the evils of the world? Fun story with some great side characters, including Quinn’s sister and “maid.”
Every great romance starts with an abduction, right? Well, it feels like abduction to Pepper, anyway. And this is one great story. Pepper is independent and a free thinker in a society that values obedience. But she is inextricably drawn to the world’s leader, Commander Quinn. I loved Pepper and Quinn’s connection- the push and pull between them. Also, the story line is so unique. I knew there were nefarious things going but did not see all the twist and turns coming. I also loved the other characters. Book one’s Kai and Princess Gael made an appearance and I realized that somehow I missed reading that book. After I finish this review, I am definitely rectifying that! Five stars for this can’t-put-it-down-til-it’s-done read!
This is a fascinating, futuristic romance with a slightly dark undertone & it can be read as a standalone. The well-paced plot is interesting with some unexpected situations/events. The main characters are quite well-developed & have good chemistry between them but are inclined to be slightly confrontational with each of them having their own goals & expectations.
There is: a young woman (Pepper) with healing abilities draws the attentions of the Commander (Quinn Garrick) & promptly takes her to the Capital (Rosewyld) to appear before the ruling Tribunal & she is definitely not too impressed with this idea or him especially when she discovers the truth about her parents disappearance, a conniving woman (Daedra), twists & turns, drama, action, adventure, intrigue, suspense, sickness, secrets, mystery, threats, danger, deceit, betrayal, enemies, shock, defiance, ultimatums, trust issues, disobedience, resentment, discipline, spankings, domination/submission, vulnerability, unhappiness, rumors, devious plans, escape, compromises, contentment, love, steamy scenes & a satisfying conclusion.
Im not sure what i quite expected when i first started reading this book, but i can tell you this much it really was intriguing, i really loved the mystery surrounding her mother and fathers surposed murder and as for Sister Daedra, i really never saw her coming in the way she did… just wow. This whole story was one fantastic read, one which i obviously really enjoyed
Pepper is known as a healer, she can help people with the waking illness, when she visits her sister Lilly, Commander Quinn comes up to her and tells her she has to pack her stuff and come with him or else…… so Pepper reluctantly goes with Quinn, but halfway there she earns a spanking, the first of many to come.. But once there she starts falling in love with Quinn, and soon learns more from clients about her parents.
Honestly i dont want to put anymore spoilers in this but it definately is a must read.. you will totally enjoy…
5 stars
This was a great book. I first discovered Libby Campbell’s books just before Christmas. I read the first one Bound to the Past (Prequel) and I quickly bought the next book, Bound to the Admiral. I was so excited when I found out she was writing another book in this series. And it did not disappoint! The over-arching story-line that really began in Bound to the Admiral continues in this book.The chemistry between the Commander and Pepper is apparent from the start. It does not take long before these two strong willed individuals clash – at the expense of Pepper’s bottom. The Commander is a strong believer in corporal discipline, but it seems to not be a deterrent for Pepper, who is determined do what she believes she must, as the story-line / drama unfolds. It was a very good story and I was very happy to be reunited with Princess Gael and Fleet Admiral Kai Grenville of the previous book Bound to the Admiral. If you are a fan of the domestic discipline genre you will love this book. It can be a stand-alone read and I believe you will find it very enjoyable, but I also believe you will get even more enjoyment out of it if you read the two previous books.
I received this as an ARC and voluntarily give my review.
Pepper is a healer living in a small city with extreme rules. Quinn is the Commander who seeks her out to help his people with a new sickness that is plaguing them. Quinn leaves her only remaining relative and goes where she is told and thus starts her adventures. A rebel by nature, she clashes with Commander Quinn while also being attracted to him. This is a story about lies, betrayals, lust, and love. A good read full of mystery, action & a lot of spanking! I received this as an ARC and voluntarily give my review.