“No one does Alpha heroes like Samantha A. Cole!”–New York Times, USA Today, #1 Amazon Bestseller, and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, Susan StokerHow does a “vanilla” woman write a BDSM novel? With hands-on research!Kristen needs inspiration and first-hand experience for a sequel to her unexpected and kinky bestseller. Devon, an ex-Navy SEAL and private club owner, is all too happy to … owner, is all too happy to help.
Soon, a single weekend of hot and dirty sex turns into something more. But while they fight their connection, a killer has Devon in his sights.
Will they survive with their hearts and lives intact?
This book contains adult content.
The following is the best reading order for the original Trident Security series and its intertwined spinoff series – Doms of The Covenant, Deimos, and TS Omega Team:
TS Book 1 – Leather & Lace (Devon & Kristen)
TS Book 2 – His Angel (Ian & Angie)
TS Book 3 – Waiting For Him (Boomer & Kat)
TS Book 3.5 – Not Negotiable: A Novella (Parker & Shelby)
TS Book 4 – Topping the Alpha (Jake & Nick)
TS Book 5 – Watching From the Shadows (Marco & Harper)
TS Book 5.5 – Whiskey Tribute: A Novella (Curt & Dana)
TS Book 6 – Tickle His Fancy (Brody & Fancy)
TS Book 7 – Absolving His Sins (Carter & Jordyn)
TS Book 7.5 – Option Number Three (Mitch, Tyler, & Tori)
TS Book 8 – Salvaging His Soul (Jase & Brie)
The books of the Trident Security series and its spin-off series can be read as standalones, however, for optimum enjoyment they are best read in order.
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Simply a wonderful start to an addicting series. Insightful descriptions into the world of BDSM. No spoilers!!! The Characters are splendid.
Leather & Lace (Trident Security #1) was a good read by Samantha A. Cole. Kristin needs to find some inspiration for a sequel to her unexpected and kinky bestselling novel. Devon is an ex-Naxy SEAL and private club owner, who will help her get her experience. I enjoyed reading this book and cant wait to read more by the author.
4
Style: Contemporary Romance
Story: 3/5
Enjoyment: 4/5
Dark Level: 0/5
Sexual Level: SEX-CITINGLY APPEALING
Triggers: No
Violence: No
Male: Sexy
Series: Book 1
Pages: 178
Audio: GOOD (male/female)
Kindle Unlimited: N/A
STORY:
I liked Kristen’s and Devon’s story. It was appealing reading she is a romance author who knows nothing about the BDSM lifestyle and gets a little more than what she asked for when she meets Devon. Kristen is divorced and living her dream of writing erotic books. I liked her innocence and the way she met Devon. Devon was so masculine and sexy. Love that he is ex SEALS turn BDSM club owner; they make the best Doms when reading these books. With all the sexual chemistry thrown in, mix with a bit of mystery/suspense with a killer and I had a good read.
SEXUAL CHEMISTRY:
No complaints with sexual build up and chemistry between Kristen and Devon. I was satisfied and enjoyed myself.
SECONDARY CHARACTERS:
Love that this series is set up around Devon’s ex SEAL brothers/friends. We got to see them and be introduced to them, so that spikes up the appeal to read the next book in the series.
OVERALL:
No complaints, really enjoyed it.
TRIGGERS: none
****I don’t equate these stories to real life. It’s about personal taste and what you would or want to tolerate with the books you read. I know we all have different opinions and preferences with what we read. I based my book reviews on my preferences and what I like, and while these preferences may not be the same for others, I hope this review was still helpful.
Oh, you are in for a treat! The hot men of Trident Security will set your heart aflame and burn your panties to ash! lol Samantha Cole is at her best with Leather & Lace. This book sets up the stories for the “Sexy Six-Pack.” Don’t know what that means? Read Leather & Lace and you’ll find out.
Kirsten wants to write about a BDSM club, but she has no experience at all. She seeks to do research and Devon is more than happy to help her. Devon is an ex-Nave SEAL and a BDSM club owner. When these two get together, the story heats up. Devin takes it slow, and Kirsten realizes she has been hiding a part of herself. I love the vanilla introduction to BDSM stories and this one tops them all. Samantha Cole always delivers a hot, sexy story.
Gunnar Qualen and Jenna St. Claire are a perfect narrating team for this story. Gunnar has a voice that brings out the alpha in the males. Jenna has an innocence about her voice that fit perfectly for Kirsten as she explored her research. I love listening to their narration and it enhanced the experience of this story.
I have all Samantha A Coles books in this series and all the connecting series. I love this series and all the characters but Devin and Kristen are definitely my favorite! I have the regular book and I received the audio of this one for free as long as I leave a review and I would definitely recommend this one! I like that it has a female and male narrator and was very well done.
Leather & Lace
Trident Security #1
by Samantha A. Cole
Narrated by Gunner Qualen and Jenna St Claire
Devon a retired SEAL is co-owner of Trident Security and Covenant, an exclusive bdsm club. He meets Kristen at a local bar, and the two hit it off. When Kristen asks him out on a date, he accepts only to see her touring his club! She is a romance writer and is researching and looking for inspiration. Now feelings are getting involved, but before anything can be said, Devon find his Seal team is being targeted. Can he possibly bring a woman into his dangerous life? Does Kristen want to be his sub? I am loving this series for a couple of reasons. Samantha A Cole writes exciting romantic suspense. The stories are exciting and fun. She also gives us a realistic look into the bdsm lifestyle. Integrating the stories is gives us a spicy, thrilling listen, making us want to hear about the rest of the Seals!
Narration is everything and casting Gunner Qualen and Jenna St Claire is perfect! Devon needs a strong, alpha dominant voice and Qualen is the man to do it. His smooth baritone gives us both the strong, punishing sound and the warm, loving voice. Kristen is a confident woman and is not afraid to say what she feels. St Claire gives her that voice, uses her nuances to let us know exactly what she feels without having to say it. This team has the chemistry to give a realistic feel to the narration and I love them!
5 stars LEATHER AND LACE..
Devon is a former SEAL, owner of Trident Security, and co owner of a BDSM club. Devon never dates a woman outside of the club until he meets Kristen. Kristen is recently divorced and a romance writer. She just moved to Tampa a few months ago and is getting settled in. She’s at a nearby pub when she meets Devon. He’s attracted to her but he thinks his buddy asked her out first. Kristen is researching BDSM and takes a tour of a club which so happens to belong to Devon. He takes her out and they spend the weekend together but once it’s over, Devon doesn’t want it to end. Someone has targeted the SEAL team and it’s a race to find the assassin before someone else is killed.
Read as part of a boxed set. Edge of your seat suspense with extremely hot sex.
One hell of a story and an awesome introduction for a new series that leaves you yearning for the next stories.
Thrilling and Exciting
Wow, this was the first story from this author and I must I am very addicted and want more right now. This book was a wonderful way to introduce this author to the readers.
Every turn of the page you find yourself holding your breathe, or breathing hard. Maybe even looking for that special someone to steal away for some private time.
I loved the way this book didn’t rush the couple into their relationship. You can watch the relationship grow with each page. Not only do you get to watch them fall in love, you get some action along the way.
Love it, can’t wait for the next one.
Until Next Time… Tabi
I really enjoyed reading Leather And Lace . This is a fantastic suspense romance . This is smoking hot BDSM story . It’s well written and very entertaining . Devon Sawyer retired Navy Seal and Co-owner of Trident Security and Covenant a private elite BDSM club . Kristen Anders romance author recently divorced has moved to Tampa . She’s struggling to write her next BDSM book . While at Donovan Bar and Grill meets dominant Devon . Finding herself very attracted to Devon she gets brave and asks him out on a date . Before their date Devon is shocked to find her touring Covenant . Soon things get hot and steamy and very intense Kristen finds herself falling fast for Master Devon . Devon surprises himself with growing feelings for sub Kristen . Before Devon realize it he and his team have targets on their heads .
They must find out why and who is targeting them and stay safe . This story is action packed,
Suspenseful , sexy and definitely passionate. All out fantastic . I highly recommend taking the time to read and enjoy .
Totally hot book. This book is an action packed ride through the BDSM world and suspense. Love it.
Light BDSM romantic suspense
I had previously read Samantha A Cole’s Leather and Lace. I loved her strong character development of Devon and Kristen, the amazing group of secondary characters and the interesting plot line. I was curious to see what Liza Bella Patron’s narration would bring to the story. Her voice added extra nuances to the characters that I missed in my first reading. I enjoyed sitting back and just absorbing the story that she and Samantha A. Cole wanted told.
Kristen is doing research into BDSM for her next romance novel. She is writing at a pub and sees a group of gorgeous guys come in that she calls the sexy six pack. One guy in particular catches her attention, Devon an ex navy seal, security expert and part club owner of Covenant. Devon is glad to show and teach Kristen what she needs for her research. It was supposed to be a one night Dominant and submissive with hot sex, will the couple be able to let go? There is also a stalker on the loose in this story. I enjoyed this book and recommend it.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am leaving a review.
Kristen’s research may be just what she needed
This is my 2nd book by Samantha and I love the story of Kristen and Devon. Kristen is an author who is trying to write a sequel to her wildly popular first non-vanilla novel without any real experience. Devon is co-owner of Trident Security and The Covenant club. Kristen is struggling with getting the story started so goes to a local bar where she sees Devon who becomes her muse and asks her for a date. Kristen’s beta-reader gets her an interview with Mitch at The Covenant when Devon runs into her. Devon changes their date to add a night at The Covenant. Separately, Devon’s past team members are dying, so Trident Security and other government agencies are trying to find which case may be the culprit to narrow in on the killer. Kristen explores her submissiveness with Devon and Devon struggles with the idea of moving on from Kristen like he always does with other subs. Will Trident Security find the killer before anyone else becomes a victim? Will Devon and Kristen have a happily ever after? You have to read to find out and won’t want to put this one down, it’s so hot!
Devin and Kristen are hot. There is intrigue, suspense, hot sex and it’s a definite page turner. What a way to start a series off. The characters are delightful, believable and sexy. I love seeing an alpha fall for his perfect partner. I recommend this series and author.
Kristen needs a sequel of her bestselling book. Devon is an ex navy seal and one of the owner of a club. The author gave such vivid descriptions you get a feel of the lifestyle.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This was my first book by Samantha back in 2017, rereading it was touching base with old friends. I am an avid fan an read Cole often.
Kristen is an author, she just wrote BDSM book, best seller but she is shy and sweet, never tryed the lifestyle. Strong newly divorced and looking to step up her life some.
Devon has been in the lifestyle 12 years. He does not date he interacts with subs in the club. So why is he asking Kristen on a date?
This is their adventure, join them and live vicariously through them, you will be glad .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When I started Leather & Lace, I wasn’t expecting to not stop reading until I finished. I got so engrossed in the story line that I lost track of time. So be prepared that if you like suspense, heat, action, and chemistry then make sure you have time to read in one setting because you won’t want to put it down.
This book was action packed, suspenseful, and sexy hot! The main characters, Devon and Kristen, were funny, sexy and had off the charts chemistry. The story was well developed and kept you guessing who the bad guy was until the end. I loved how the BDSM and SEAL aspects blended together flawlessly creating a fantastic story. Highly recommend.