She’s a take-charge woman. But he’s a master of control.Skye Manning knows what she wants. Her job as assistant and photographer for a major social media influencer isn’t perfect, but it’s a rung on the ladder to bigger and better things. She’s confident she’ll one day take feature photos for National Geographic.Self-made billionaire Braden Black didn’t get where he is by taking no for an answer. … where he is by taking no for an answer. When a chance encounter with the refreshingly innocent and beautiful Skye piques his interest in more ways than one, he’s determined to make her submit.
Dating a billionaire soon has Skye in the middle of a Cinderella story…until the clock strikes midnight and Braden reveals his dark side. Heat sizzles between them, and Skye finds herself falling hard.
But Braden Black is no Prince Charming, and his dark desires are far from his only secret.
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One avoids relationships entirely while the other has limited experience. Both want control but one must submit to get what they want.
The push and pull between Braden and Skye is a roller coaster of emotions and while I am not a fan of cliffhangers, I anxiously await for Follow Me Under.
What is Braden hiding?
What do you do when your boss tells you to avoid one of her former boyfriends that really seems to be interested in you? Skye Manning was happy being influencer Addison Ames’s assistant but when billionaire Braden Black shows up at her office to see her boss and he made it obvious he was interested in Skye.
Skye and Braden’s chemistry is off the charts but Braden’s extreme need to be in control may be more than Skye can handle with layers to his secrets when she isn’t sure they are even dating!
The relationship between Skye and Braden continues in Follow Me Under to be released next year.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This book was so good and kept you wanting more and it absolutely did not let you down. The book has a great story line and has you constantly wondering in the back of your mind what Braden is hiding (especially with Addie) but the erotic scenes leave you blushing and very warm. This book was a definite page turner and I couldn’t put it down, but the end leaves you wanting so much more and now we wait till the next book!
Enticing and a tantalizing read!!
This book had the perfect balance of sexiness and suspense. Along with those steamy scenes was a sense of danger lurking right below the surface. Braden Black is a hot alpha but remains a mystery. I was there for it. Am I crushing on him? Yes. Big time.
I had read one book by Helen Hardt prior to this. It was years ago but I still remember the hotness of it. This book was no different and I devoured this in a day. From the beginning I was pulled into the story. I was captivated by Mr. Black. I wanted more but can you blame me? Like I said, he’s a mystery and one I wanted to solve. Definitely a guilty pleasure book! *sighs dreamily*
I will be highly anticipating the next one! I need it ASAP! I give this 5 stars.
Wow – just wow. A tumultuous story of what it exactly means to give up control while still being true to yourself. Braden and Skye were captivating and their interactions in and out of the sheets had me a true believer in needing the perfect combination of give and take in any relationship. As with all of Helen Hardt’s other series the reader certainly feels the same – I NEED more of this storyline….NOW!!
Thank you to Netgalley, Entangled Publishing and the Author, Helen Hardt for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Well okay, when I chose this book to read because of the description and the cover I thought it was a psychological thriller-(my go to) but it was far from it. That being said it turned out to be an erotic mysterious, can’t put it down interesting read.
The only problem I had with it was how it left off leaving me wanting more, so you know I’ll be reading more in this series and following this Author and her other works!
When Helen Hardt comes out with a new series you read it. Follow Me Darkly did not disappoint. Wow!
If you love a dominant billionaire then you will love Braden. He is cocky, sexy and possessive. He has had to work for everything he has, so we would definitely expect him to pull all the stops to win Skye over. She is definitely a challenge he will conquer. He has many layers to him, as well as, many dark secrets he holds. Will he let her in layer by layer and piece by piece? Will he allow those secrets to destroy the desires he has for Skye?
Skye also has a few secrets of her own. She is beautiful, creative and headstrong. Skye’s passion is photography and she uses it well as a social media influencer, but is that really all she wants career wise? The moment she meets Braden all bets are off. She cannot deny the powerful chemistry they have.
Will Skye take Braden’s proposition? It is definitely one she cannot refuse.
Let me just say you need to read this now. It does not disappoint and keeps you wanting more. It is dark, sensual and sexy. I cannot wait for more.
This book is steamy, sexy, mysterious, dark, and wholly entertaining! I loved Skye and Braden! Their chemistry, attraction and Braden’s no nonsense banter was refreshing. This is a bit of an age gap, she’s 24 and he’s 35 but they’re both (I’m 35 for comparison) equally mature in my opinion. There are so many facets to Braden and honesty we don’t know a whole lot about him but he’s attractive, sexy and thoughtful. In the bedroom he’s dominating but in a respectful way. We’re left wondering at the end exactly how dark and “depraved,” as Betsy describes, he is…..I can’t wait for more of this story! Thank you Entangled Publishing and Helen Hardt for the ARC!
I got this yummy surprise package in the mails and SILK RESTRAINTS? Yup. Dove RIGHT into this one guys, blind and head first.
A bit of bondage and a twists of submission and I was HOOKED. This was a delicious story that followed Braden and Syke and there were everything. This book was explosive form start to finish. I love a good power struggle and it happens in this book in ways you don’t see coming.
Billionaire and Bondage are two words that mean it is going to be an interested read, and no, its not like the first read that pops into your head with those words. This book does a fabulous job standing on its own and I cannot WAIT to see where it goes with the next installment.
That ending though guys. I LOVE a good cliffy and ouch that one was a stinger. I cannot wait for more.
I did not know what I was in for when I started this book. This story had such sweet moments as well as some extremely hot & steamy scenes with such strong characters that I couldn’t put this book down. And, I’m patiently impatiently waiting for the next book in this series!! Both Skye and Braden have strong control issues; but, will they give up a bit of control for the other and their potential relationship? I can’t wait to find out!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
WOW!!! What an amazing story!!! Intense, intriguing, extraordinary read!!! Leaves you wanting more!!!
Wow, I am so captivated by Braden and Skye’s story. It’s such a mystery and just when things are starting to open up I am left on the edge. I must say the emotions are high, their is pain and lots of suspense, loving every moment . This story has definitely peeked my curiosity. I love that Braden is dark and mysterious it truly fits his character and adds charm to him. I also adores Skye, she reminds me of myself love control, honest and very curious. The two of them together are a match made can’t wait to see how their story progress and to finally get the release to questions in my mind.
This book started innocently enough with some great characters: the boss you love to hate and the photography major working for an Instagram influencer. Somewhat naïve but old enough to know what she wants. Then there is Braden! Oh my!
Being swept along by Braden has to be a definite ego trip and Hardt hit it perfectly with her step by step walk down the garden path.
He asked for a little control today. A little more control the next day and he keeps coming back because there truly is something special about her that he finds intriguing.
The author showcases her craft with this awesome story and her timing is perfect. A little mystery of who he is. The apprehension, and then complete all in as Skye starts giving him more and more of her.
This is a super-steamy sexy read that includes a little taste of erotica and BDSM. It’s ramping up hotter and hotter leading to some issues along the way. But then we get tossed right into the cliffhanger. Ack!
Hardt certainly grabbed me hard with this heated story and I cannot wait for the sequel!
Compelling, fabulous character development and connection, a plot that keeps you wondering what is coming, and those sexy times that bring a bit of sweat to your brow!
And that cover? Damn! Right out of the book! Yesssssssss
Going into this book, I was not sure what I would be getting. Let me tell you, it is the most raw, intense, passionate and sensual story I have read in a LONG time. Braden is this strong domineering man who has to have complete control over everything. Skye is a light, I would say, to the world that Braden is in. These two collide in the most unusual fashion after comments on Skye’s boss’s IG. This led to an intense moment in the office, to spiralling down this rabbit hole that Braden has created and Skye cannot seem to get out of. The connection that these two is beyond off the charts sizzling. The moments are just beyond scorching that it will flame off the pages! Trust me on that one! But the story within, not just the hot moments, is what will literally draw a moth to a flame and have you begging for more. I was devouring this one and dying for answers and just overall needing more.
As a whole, Hardt created something so passionate, that you cannot help but get lost into the world that she has created and leaves you wanting. The fluidity of the story, to the character build and the twists will keep you guessing. This story was everything and more than I anticipated!
Such a gorgeous cover. Snagged me immediately, and the story didn’t disappoint.
Braden is the gorgeous, dark and mysterious self-made billionaire, who has a clear understanding of the impact created by avid social media followers online. Skye is the talented young photographer, trying to pay her dues to grow in her chosen field and follow her dream. Working as an assistant to an extremely successful social media influencer is her path to the future. Or so she hopes.
Lots of delicious explicit content, and definitely felt several nods to fifty shades. However, Follow Me Darkly creates its own high energy path with an experienced look at the movers and shakers in the young consumers of today.
Read it once. Then, it isn’t my norm, but I couldn’t resist and went back and read it again. It was just as yummy the second time around. Gnashing my teeth that I have to wait for the next book because I’m beyond ready and will be watching for it!
Highly recommend this delicious page-turner!
All I can say is “WOW”! I’m not a big fan of continuing stories, mainly because I don’t have the patience to wait. But, Ms Hardt has the ability to keep the tension, sexual and emotional, going and makes you want to know more. Both Braden and Skye need and crave control but can they give it up for each other? Why is being in control so important to them and what was the cause? How do past relationships affect the present? Will we meet Braden’s brother and father? What happened to his mother? If the next book is as hot and steamy as this one, then I sure can’t wait. Another winner from Ms Hardt!
Skye and Braden’s story is soooooo good! This story has so many feels that I didn’t want the book to end! The storyline is unique and powerful! I could not put this book down! Helen has created another 5 star series cant what to see what is in store next for this couple.
I’m not sure where to begin with the love I have for this book. It will pull you in form the very first page and not let you go until the end, but even then you are left wanting. I had a hard time putting this book down. The romance was secondary to the sexual chemistry between Braden and Skye. I can’t say too much or it will give away the story. I really loved this book and I can’t wait to see what happens next.
After having read many of this author’s previous books I knew Follow Me Darkly would be a page-turner and an intriguing story. She has such a way with her plots that takes the reader through many twists and turns with a bit of darkness thrown in for good measure. This story definitely has a 50 Shades feel with several similarities. I overall enjoyed the story and am torn, as I really don’t like cliffhangers that I have to wait 6 months to a year for but that seems to be the trend now. My problem with the story is that there was the same conversation over and over about what Braden and Addie were hiding. There didn’t seem to be any depth to the story except the secrets and sex. There needed to be more development of who Braden and Skye were. However, that could be coming in the next book. I did enjoy the story but wasn’t overly wowed by it.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Letting go…
Intoxicating and provocative best describes the story of Skye Manning and Braden Black in Follow Me Darkly. Country born Skye works in the City of Boston for a prima donna social media influencer. Skye is willing to take her boss’s berating on a daily basis as it gives her the opportunity to do what she loves, photography. She meets Braden Black when he shows up at the office to see her boss. He has a commanding presence when he enters a room. He is gorgeous and oozes power from every pore of his body, and oh yes! his body is sexy and makes every woman aroused just being in the same space as him.
When they lock eyes they are immediately attracted to each other. He seems to stare right into her soul and can see all her hidden desires and secrets. Their story is mesmerizing and I cannot wait to read more about this couple.