Mysterious. Wanted. Murderer – Caine Stephens was considered all of those things. On the run, he enlists the help of his best friend, Hawke, who gives him a job to earn some extra money. While he was supposed to keep his head down and focus on trying to clear his name, that plan goes awry when he meets one of Denver’s quintessential society débutantes.Spoiled. Entitled. Princess – All were words … were words that once described Emery Wilder until her father becomes embroiled in a scandal that leaves her reeling and virtually penniless. There are no more penthouse apartments, designer clothes, or days filled with pampering. Without any of the luxuries she once took for granted, she is left with an uncertain future.
A stormy night brings the unlikely pair together in a way that neither anticipated. Emery is determined to clear her father and regain everything taken from her, while Caine is fighting for his freedom. Despite the risks and secrets, the couple begins to fall in love, but it’s not at all hearts and roses. What happens when the skeletons in his closet collide with those in hers? Is it too late to salvage the one thing they both want more than anything else?
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Caine Stephens is a man wanted for the murder of his father Arthur Carmichael in the Washington, DC area. On the tip of a friend, Caine leaves the DC area quickly one night and travels to see his friend, Hawke, who owns the Syn BDSM club in Denver. Trying to stay off of everyone’s radar, Caine rents a rundown hotel room with cash. And Hawke supplies him with a job as part of the security detail at Syn.
After his first night at the club, Caine stops on his way home to help a stranded motorist. Much to his intense dislike, it is Emery Wilder, Hawke’s submissive’s best friend. Emery had led a life of luxury until her father is taken to jail on money laundering and drug trafficking charges. Then his accounts are frozen which includes all of her accounts and the penthouse that she lives in. As Caine gives her a lift, he realizes that a hole she is in and now her car isn’t running anymore. He offers her a place to stay with him because she has no one else to turn to.
Even though the two are working through troubles that are related, neither of them realizes how connected their paths really are. During their time together, Caine and Emery fall in love with one another. Can they work through their troubles and still end up together or will their pasts collide in a way that they cannot stay together?
This story is truly an amazing tale of how two truly different people can end up falling in love.
Whoa. Just whoa. Storm delivers another compelling story filled with just the right amount of intrigue, romance, and suspense. I was immediately pulled into quite the ride. The momentum never stopped and I couldn’t keep from reading as fast as I could. I just had to know what would happen. Really enjoyed this book and series. What a ride.
I really enjoyed getting to know Caine and how he fit into Hawke’s life. We got snippets of Hawke’s and Caine’s relationship in book 1, but here Caine stands front and center. Caine is on the run from his past, looking to lay low while he gets his life back on track. Of course nothing goes to plan when Emery comes into the picture.
In Hawke I liked Emery and the friendship and support she gave to Charlotte, but in the beginning of Caine I could not stand her as a character. She just a stuck up girl, and then became all woe is me after her life turned upside down when her father was arrested and their assets frozen. Her character certainly grew in what seemed like a fairly short period of time, partially forced by Caine. By the end of the book I was rooting for her to continue using her new found inner strength.
This book is filled with sex, sex, sex. And who doesn’t love a darker romance where one of the characters has certain fun piercings? I did enjoy the sexiness between Caine and Emery. We get to the Dom/sub dynamic fairly early on but we also get to see the relationship grown and mature between them. I actually found the terms Dominant and submissive being used frequently by the characters but I didn’t find a whole lot of D/s instances in this book compared to book 1.
I understand that you want continuity between your books, but one problem I had with book 1, and continue to have with book 2, is that the books are written in second person. I think the author was much more aware of who the narrator was for each chapter and there was less jumping around as to whose thought pattern we were supposed to be following, but IMO it would have been so much clearer, and been more enjoyable as a reader, to have the series told from first person POV and switch between the two main characters.
This book pulled me in right from the beginning. I love this series and was looking forward to book #2. Caine is on the run, that is until he can prove his innocence after the death of his father. He heads to his friend Hawke’s for safety and to get some extra money saved up.
Caine and Emery first meet at the BDSM club SYN. Emery has a shocker when she loses everything after her father is arrested, she finds herself broke down on a rainy night. Fate steps in and Caine comes along to help her. From here we get some very hot and steamy scenes.
As these two get to know each other there is another twist that really adds another great element to the story.
Overall this was a thrilling and hot and steamy read. I really loved the characters and the bantering was great. The author does a great job with her writing and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series. 1-click and get started on this series today.
Caine (Men of Syn Book 2) by Anise Storm
4 out of 5 Stars
Emery Wilder is a society princess. She has never had to work a day in her life. Her father pays for her penthouse apartment, her car, and provides a monthly allowance for her to live. Emery has never wanted for anything. Until the day her father is arrested for money laundering and drug trafficking and his assets frozen, Emery never understood the value of money.
Caine Stephens never knew his father and his mother’s death when he was five thrust him into the foster care system. Caine had to learn to survive by his own wits. A recent revelation of his parentage has upset his world. Now he is on the run from murder charges, needing a safe place to crash while he clears his name, Caine turns to his best friend Hawks. Hawks owns the club Syn where Caine starts working as security and runs into Emery.
As Emery’s world comes crashing down around her, something as simple as car trouble sets Caine’s protective instincts off. Can his controlling and protective instincts help put Emery back on her feet? Will Caine’s past catch up to both?
Where can I get me a Caine? From the growling voice to the tattoos and other decorations,everything about this man makes a girl sit up and listen. This was a thrilling addition to the Men of Syn series. Not as much drama and suspense as the first one, but still kept you interested. I think that Emery and Caine finding each other allowed Emery to transform from spoiled, rich girl into more. I hope that this series can continue with Chad or Bruce or Ayden.
The story of Caine and Emery is the second in the series and it didn’t disappoint. Hot, action-packed and suspenseful, this book had it all!
I really enjoyed it from beginning to end and I can’t wait to see more from the author!
Whew, I was looking forward to Caine’s story, and it didn’t disappoint. Emery is the best friend we got to know in book one. She has lived a privileged life with her father maintaining everything for her. Suddenly, her father gets in trouble, and she has to figure things out quickly – in fact it’s pretty bad. I was kind of caught off guard with just how bad. You def sit up and get worried about this girl who really doesn’t know how to take care of herself. The book takes off from page one and it doesn’t let you go. I love the action. I love the romance. I wasn’t sure if I was going to like being in Emery’s head, but she is a caring person even though she grew up privileged. Hawke and Caine’s childhoods will break your heart. Really delves into the ugly.
Anise Storm has done it again. Book 2 is just as steamy and suspenseful as the first, and very hard to put down. Caine and Emery were an unexpected couple, but each with their own struggles. As their story unravels we watch them grow and develop individually but also as a couple.
Caine flees D.C after being accused of murdering his father. He seeks refuge in Denver with Hawke who helps provide him with a place and a job. He looks to prove his innocence, but also experience some fun on the side. We then meet Emery who is a rich and spoiled politicians daughter who goes from riches to rags after her father has a scandal that rocks her world entirely. Clearing her head and out for fun she meets Caine at Hawke’s club and begin a one night stand that turns into much more.
With no place to go and no money she unexpectedly turns to Caine, who offers her a place to stay. Together they both set out to get their lives back in order with no lacking in suspense, sexual chemistry, or danger.
Caine (Men of Syn Book 2) by Anise Storm is the second book of this series and it’s a great dark/romance read. I was first drawn to this book by its cover, it really intrigued me. While this book is dark, there is plenty of romance that at first catches her reader off guard but it made this reader love her story even more. I personally loved everything about this book her plot was fantastic, her word-building was flawless, and her characters were fabulous. While reading her story I found myself enthralled in the story and my opinions of certain characters changed along the way. So if your looking for a great new dark/romance I highly recommend.
Caine (Men of Syn Book 2) by Anise Storm.
What a fantastic read this was! I love when an author can give me heat and an incredible storyline at the same time. Caine and Emery have a chemistry that just seems to jump off the pages. They truly brought the story to life for me. They were easy to connect with and root for. The storyline had me completely hooked from start to finish and I’ll be honest I felt a bit lost when I reached the end from missing the characters. It’s a well written book and I can’t wait for more from this author! Go get this book! Five stars all the way and highly recommended!
My rating 5 out of 5 stars
Anise Storm does it again with book 2 of Men of Syn. After book 1 I had high hopes for book two. And let me tell you I was sucked into this book! I loved the continuation of the series but in another characters eyes.
I loved this 2nd book of the series and Author Anise Storm does not disappoint!! You do meet Caine and Emery in book one so it was great to have book two about these characters. Caine is a man that is wanted for murder. Hawke (from book 1) gives Caine a job to keep his head down at Club Syn. Emery is spoiled, entitled rich girl and Charlotte’s best friend. Emery’s world comes down when her father is involved with a scandal that leaves her penniless. On a stormy night, Caine and Emery bump into each other. Sparks fly!!! Caine fights for his freedom to clear his name while Emery tries to clear her fathers name. I LOVED this book!
Caine was a really good read. This is the second book in the Men Of Syn series. The storyline of this book was really good, but to me it lacked that special spark the first book had. I enjoyed reading this book and it was very spicy. I just didn’t like this one as much as the first. I enjoyed getting to see more of Emery though. Her character development throughout this novel was incredible to watch unfold. Caine had some development too that was enjoyable to experience as well. Overall I really enjoyed this book. It can be read as a standalone but you would get more from reading the previous novel first.
When I read the blurb I was salivating to read this book. It didn’t disappoint. I started this series with this book and will definitely be going back to read the first. Even though I didn’t start with the first book, it was easy to catch up and only made me want to backtrack and read Hawke. I fell for Caine hard and Emery is a perfect match for him. I will definitely be reading more from Storm in the immediate future. Thank you for a wonderful read.
The Men Of Syn Series might just be one of my all time favorite series. The second book Caine – is definitely a 5 star, if not higher. This book not only has the dark romance aspect I LIVE for. Caine and Emerys chemistry and relationship overall was AMAZING. I can’t wait to read the next books. The Men of Syn and then Syn club – constantly stay at the forefront of my mind. This book I do feel had a more thrilling aspect then the first book did – but nonetheless it added a fantastic element to the story.
Caine is book two of the Men of Syn Series. It can be read as a standalone but I suggest reading Hawke (book one) first because it is amazing and it would help explain some things that could be a little confusing from book two if the reader hadn’t read book one yet.
I was so excited to read Caine because I loved Hawke and it did not disappoint! It is a romantic suspense just like book one but the storyline of the suspense is different. Caine is on the run from Washington DC because he has been accused of murdering his father and Emery loses her princess lifestyle that was provided by her father because he got caught up in a scandal. Both are just trying to survive and they end up finding eachother.
I was the most intrigued with seeing Emery grow into herself. She was pretty shallow and in some ways sheltered from the “real world” because her dad never let her want for anything. However, when the real world came barging into her life and ripped everything away from her she was able to grow into an amazing lead character.
The only downside is that for a book revolving around a BDSM club there isn’t many BDSM scenes. There is steam for sure but not really as much as you’d expect.
5/5 Stars
Caine (Men of Syn #2) by Anise Storm
This is the second book I’ve read by Storm. It’s also the second book in the Men of Syn Series. You’ll meet Emery and Caine.
Emery has always relied on her dad to support her. When he is arrested everything she has is now gone. She goes to Syn looking for a place to stay, but finds her Dom. The quote I chose for Emery is: “It wasn’t too bad. Chad and I made a ton of tips.”
Caine has left D.C. because he is wanted for murdering his father. He didn’t do it although he had evidence of him threatening his father. When he meets Emery he tries not falling for her, but he does. The quote I chose for Caine is: “Keep them right here and I’ll show you exactly how glad I am.”
Highly recommended for Erotica Romance lovers.
I thought I loved Hawke, but goodness Caine takes it to another level! I adored this story so much. It had everything you would want in a suspenseful romance. Emery, a girl high on her throne, gets knocked down because of scandal. Though, she is bound and determined to clear her father’s name. In turn putting her life back in order. Caine walks into her life bringing his own baggage into her chaos or should I say storm. Their love shines through in every aspect. I love the connection and just their interaction with each other. An alpha man and the woman he loves. You could not ask for more! I can not recommend this series more!
Caine is the 2nd book in the Men of Syn series by Anise Storm. It is a great opposites attract contemporary romance novel. I had thoroughly enjoyed ‘Hawke’, the first book in the series and was looking forward to reading more of the men of syn. I can say that I enjoyed this book even more than the first one.
Caine is on the run, suspected of murdering his father. What he doesn’t expect is Emery Wilder, a spoiled princess who has everything given to her by daddy.
When Emery’s world crashes in on her, it is Caine who comes to the rescue, showing a very different character from the one he likes to portray.
I really enjoyed reading Emery and Caine’s story. You couldn’t get two people who are more different, yet they just make sense together.
This story had me gripped from the very beginning and kept me entertained and engaged throughout the whole book. The story is well written and flows very well and you just want to keep on reading more about this couple.
100% recommend.
Caine (Men of Syn Book 2) by Anise Storm
4 Stars
After reading and loving book one, I had high expectations for this book. I was not disappointed. This book is HOT! It will take you on a thrilling ride that will leave you breathless. This is Caine and Emery’s story. Emery is a high maintenance socialite and Caine is from the wrong side of the tracks. Under normal circumstances, their paths would never have crossed. Fate had a different idea. He’s on the run fir a crime he didn’t commit. Tragedy strikes and leaves Emery penniless. A chance meeting during a thunderstorm starts something that will change them both. When secrets are revealed, as they usually are, can these two forgive to have their happily ever after?
Danger, intrigue and serious erotica. This story is exciting and will have you flipping the pages in record time. I think I loved this book better than the first. Hopefully the author will write book three.