“Laced with danger and intrigue, Manipulate obliterates the idea that there is only one true love.” ~ NYT bestselling author Aleatha RomigTula Gomez is in the most ruthless prison in Latin America. She only drove to Mexico to help her sister. She did nothing wrong. But her quiet life changed in an instant. To survive the violent, cartel-controlled prison where men blend with women, she pledges … cartel-controlled prison where men blend with women, she pledges her loyalty to the notorious leader in exchange for the one thing she needs most.
Protection.
When she agrees to seduce the suspicious new inmates, Martin Lockwood and Ricky Saldivar, she doesn’t expect to enjoy it. Sure, they’re gorgeous, irresistibly alpha, and insanely talented with their hands and mouths. But they’re the enemy. She can’t fall for them.
Torn between her cartel loyalties and two men who want her as deeply as they want each other, she questions who is manipulating whom. Her search for answers leads to a passionate ménage, a soul-crushing secret, and an impossible choice.
DELIVER series (HEAs with no cliffhangers – must be read in order):
Deliver #1
Vanquish #2
Disclaim #3
Devastate #4
Take #5
Manipulate #6
Unshackle #7
Dominate #8
Complicate #9
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How can such a twisted storyline be so dang captivating? Wow, this had so many amazing parts to it that I am having trouble figuring out how to write this review to do the book justice. The criminal element, deranged characters and dramatic storyline was weaved together so unbelievably well that I couldn’t put this book down. Sexy hot scenes, raw emotions and second-chance love sent this over the top! I received this book at no cost, in exchange for my honest review.
Dark and Twisted Perfection.
Another amazing dark and twisted story by an unbelievably fantastic author. There is so much darkness and heartache in this story but there is also beauty in that darkness!
This book is packed with action, suspense and intrigue with a lot of explosive panty melting moments. You will not be disappointed. The main characters Tula, Ricky and Martin find themselves in a very dangerous place, in a very dangerous situation, but they come together beautifully and fight for what they truly want. There is so much darkness in each of their lives, it takes the three of them to break through that darkness to see the beauty in their relationship. It is truly fantastic.
Everything this author writes is perfection. Highly recommend.
Manipulate is the sixth book in the dark twisted Deliver series. The wait is over for Ricky and Martin’s story. This is a dark and at times brutally violent story so if you have triggers you’ve been warned. However Pam very cleverly weaved a story of love, hope and self preservation into it as well. The introduction of Tula may surprise some but I truly believe she was an essential element to Ricky and Martin moving forward. Tula may just be my favourite female from this series her character growth was nothing short of phenomenal. Revelations that come to light were a surprise and add so much to the story.
Another fantastic book in one of my favourite dark series ever.
reviewed by Sweet Spot Sisterhood
Dear God this has got to be the best series and my absolute fav. of the series, we get it all, the darkness with such intense graphic that will down right scare you and have you biting your nails and give you chills. You never know what to expect next as Tula tries to survive Jaulaso god I don’t even know where she gets her strength she is one kick butt woman along with Ricky and Martin who by the way are super delicious these three form a bond through the past secrets they held close to their hearts and it was heartbreaking but they were the glue to each other, the sexual chemistry was way off the charts and make your heart melt and sigh and pray to god they survive.
The characters and story is outstanding and I couldn’t put it down it was like the best drug ever.
Three broken people coming together to help one another mend and come to terms with what they each went through. This is one of those what did I just read kind of books and oh so good. So intense, dark, twisted and triggers. Can’t wait for the next book.
Book 6 but could be a standalone.
The story of Ricky and Martin is one that has been hinted at in other books and it was great to final read it.
You know from the cover that there are three people involved and this may not be your cup of tea but try it. I’ve read similar books with sex for the sake of it but this story captures you and you are willing Martin and Ricky to get together.
The dynamic with Tula just adds to this dark story and you feel the passion,the attraction the hurt and can’t help but invest in wanting to know what comes next.
Totally got it wrong with Tula’s sisters involvement so there are twists you are not expecting.
Usually six books in I’m getting a bit bored but not this time I can’t wait for book 7.
Five easy stars.
Ms. Godwin takes us into the world of evil men.
Where kidnapping and sexual slavery of women and the exploitation of children is the norm for these vile creatures.
This series is just stunning!
Each book is the story of a former slave.
What they endured,how the survived and how they are fighting back.
Manipulate is Ricky and Martin’s story.
I absolutely loved the bond these two shared.
Their friendship is remarkable!
The closeness and the tight knit bond they have for one another is truly something to be envious of.
Even though their manner,personalities and demeanor are totally opposite.
They compliment each other perfectly.
Wow Tula she is one extremely strong woman.
When she gets caught up in something she’s innocent of.
Her life as she knows it is about to come to a screeching halt.
When the lives of these three people intertwine.
Well look out underworld of human trafficking because you don’t know what’s about to hit you!
Manipulate is the long hard fought journey of three incredible people.
It’s filled with pain,anguish and gut wrenching times.
My heart was pounding so hard and I was on the edge of my seat while reading.
I cried,I cheered and I prayed that all three heroes would find their peace.
The writing is exceptional!
It’s crisp,clear and flows to perfection.
I felt everyone’s pain and joy.
I’m so looking forward to Unshackle.
Manipulate is not the type of book that makes you relax into your favourite chair, all comfy and cozy but a book that grabs you by the throat and has you wondering when you are going to be able to take your next full breath. Pam Godwin doesn’t waste time easing the reader into this storyline. She has you sitting on the edge of your seat right from the beginning and there is no going back. You will love Tula, Ricky and Martin but it is the Ricky Martin sandwich that will have you salivating. With two men who “look like models, fight like Gladiators, kiss like porn stars” who could want anything more?
Manipulate is a hot, fast paced book that will hold you captive from beginning to end.
Manipulate, the latest in the Deliver series, brings together three incredibly written characters. Ricky and Martin, who we have been introduced to before, and Tula, a strong, brave and resilient woman in an horrendous situation.
The story centres around the latest quest of the freedom fighters, bringing passion, intensity, suspense and incredibly cathartic experiences.
There are some amazingly beautiful moments in this book, wedged between painfully violent ones and I was totally invested in this story from the very beginning.
This is a must read novel with the most thrilling plot I’ve read in ages!
Warning…this book is hot and twisted and so, so good! If you haven’t read the first book in the series you do not want to start here. You must go back to the beginning of the series to see how the Freedom Fighters began. This is Ricky and Martin’s story. It begins with a young teacher, Tula Gomez traveling to Mexico the help out her sister Vera. She gets taken into custody by the Mexican police for drug possession even though she is completely innocent. The prison system in Mexico is a crooked one and she is sentenced to one of the worst. It’s run by the LaRocha Cartel and as much as she doesn’t want anything to do with them she does want to survive so she is recruited to teach the leader, Hector how to speak and read English. What she doesn’t know is that the Freedom Fighters have been working to take down the LaRocha Cartel and they are looking for information on their mysterious leader. Two years later, Ricky and Martin arrive on a covert mission in the prison and they plan to use anyone that they can to get to him. This leads them to Tula and that’s where our story begins. I am not going to give anything away. This story has so many twists and turns that you will not see what’s coming. All of the characters have stories to tell. Some are ugly and tragic but there is beauty in the darkness and that is what Tula, Ricky and Martin will find. It’s written from multiple POV’s so you will connect with all the lead characters thoughts. This series is amazingly graphic in it’s depiction of the brutality of some of humanity so if you have trouble with that then you should consider choosing another series. I for one think that this author has done an amazing job of getting the reader lost in the world of cartels and human trafficking.
Another great book in this dark and gritty series! Scorching hot chemistry between Martin, Ricky and Tula will keep you turning the pages. As well as the twist and turns in this roller coaster ride of a storyline. How three souls can come together to heal and flourish. I highly recommend this gripping read.
You better hold on because this read pulls out all the stops. The gripping story is jam-packed with muscle clenching tension and blistering heat. The darkness is thick; so thick sometimes it is just suffocating. Big twists will leave you stunned. Ricky, Tula and Martin’s story will leave you breathless with their intensity and chemistry. A book that is definately not for all readers but if you are a fan of books with a sharp edge, sweltering scenes and content that will push you out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend grabbing this book.
Wow just wow!!!
This series just keeps getting better and better. This series is crazy dark and very sexy each book pushes the boundaries more and more. Each character just get more screwed up in these books and things just keep getting harder for them. This book was no different it was dark, intense, scary, sexy and brilliant. I’ve been looking forward to this book for ages I was dying to get more of Ricky and Martin. I knew a small bit about them and there past but I want more more there was just something about Ricky that I luvd.
Ricky and Martin have known each other for 7 years since being part of a group that take a down human trafficking. They have been close but Ricky wishes they were closer. He has had feelings for Martin for years but Martin has none of it. There flirty ways don’t go unnoticed but still Martin won’t let Ricky in there best friends and always will be. Martin just can’t let Ricky in he can’t put his evils way on Ricky and no matter what there into he wouldn’t want to put the evil on Ricky. Martin’s goes been through that evil for a long time he isn’t goin to let his past run off on Ricky. Even though all he want is to be with him and has to fight it everyday. But things were goin to get harder on there next mission.
Petula/Tula Gomez is goin through a nightmare after getting a phone call from her sister Vera saying she was in trouble. Like alway Tula goes to rescue her but this time things don’t go to plan and she ends up goin through the worst torture plus ends up in the worst prison in Mexico. Life doesn’t get any easier over the time she there but she does get a small bit of protective but it’s comes from La Rocha Cartel. Now she had to deal with the worst cartel boss ever but getting close would keep her safe.
When Ricky and Martin got put into area 3 where Tula was they knew straight away they had to get close to her. She was there way in but they didn’t imagine this beautiful woman turning there heads in a different direction. They couldn’t deny how beautiful she was and it even got Martin feeling things that he has fought for a years. Once they got close things got intense and sexy straight away but they knew they couldn’t use her to get what they wanted and she couldn’t use them either. There connection was instant and grew to become something they all thought they would never have.
This book was just brilliant like I said at the beginning everything about this series and book is great. The story are intense in parts but the story is so well written. It’s one this that I can say about this author is that her books are so well written and the detail is brilliant. There isn’t anything that’s left out. I would recommend what you read these books in order they can be read has standalone but you would really enjoy them more by reading the rest. You won’t be disappointed this series/book is amazing and I would highly recommend it and this author.
“I will not cry.
I will not show weakness.
I will bear this, bury it, and survive.”
After being framed for drug smuggling, Tula Gomez was forced to accept her predicament. Being incarcerated in one of the worst prisons in Mexico has made her fierce and vigilant at all times. In two years time, she became one of the most trusted members of the La Rocha Cartel.
Freedom Fighters’ Ricky and Martin was assigned to infiltrate the La Rocha Cartel who are allegedly into sex/human trafficking. Their “arranged” imprisonment raised suspicion among the members of the cartel. That’s why Hector, head of the cartel, asked Tula to charm the Americans to get intel on what’s the real reason behind their imprisonment. Will Tula succeed in knowing it?
Manipulate is completely engrossing and intense that will evoke a spine-tingling emotion when you meet these characters. Everyone has an agenda to outdo one another so brace yourself for this is going to be one dark but enjoyable ride. And no doubt this is the hottest book in the Deliver series so far. Tula, Ricky, and Martin are flawed by different circumstances but they find each other and the love they all deserved.
If you wish to give this series a try, read the first book first. That has a background you’ll need to enjoy the series and also reading them in order for you to savor each character. This series is a dark romance that will push you out of your comfort zone. I have enjoyed them all and look forward to the next. A great series I highly recommend!
What a read! From an incredibly tense and intense opening, Pam Godwin has written a dark, sensual, romantic and totally compelling book which does not let up until the very last word. My insides were, quite literally, clenched in anxiety as I shared the graphically written experiences suffered by Tula, longing for her to overcome and extract revenge! But Pam Godwin is more subtle than that. Her plotting is always clever, unpredictable and dynamic, never shying away from tough subject matter. She writes a tightly woven story that drives a fast and furious pace, drawing together Tula, Martin and Ricky, whose characters attain a depth and breadth that left me breathless at times, in a story that is as unrelenting as it is compelling. And it is a wonderful, rich love story which had me smiling in a totally sappy way.
A complete triumph, Manipulate is a tour de force!
efore I begin this review, I need to issue a warning. This is a dark read that the more sensitive reader should avoid.
Carla’s Five Star Review
After a panicked call from her sister, Tula Gomez had a plan. Drive to Mexico, make sure her sister is okay them get back across the border ASAP. Unfortunately, her plan failed when she was arrested and placed in the most violent and dangerous prison in Mexico. In order for her protection and survival, she pledges her loyalty to the notorious cartel leader known as Hector La Rocha. She planned to keep her head down, do her time, and walk out of prison alive. However, that all changed when two Americans were brought into the prison. Ricky and Martin had one goal-get arrested and placed in prison then kill the evil Hector La Rocha. What they didn’t expect was Tula Gomez. As these three grow closer each day, their plans change.
Lord have mercy-this book is filled with scenes that will shock you. I mean graphic scenes that will make you cringe. On top of that, this book is filled with a lot of raunchy sex scenes that really bring the heat-heat hot enough to burn your kindle. If you are a fan of dark reads, this is the book/series for you!
Wow, what a read this was, be prepared to have your boundaries pushed as Pam ups the ante yet again with this latest addition to the Deliver series – its dark, brutally violent, HAF and will melt your kindles but will also leave you squirming with horror as you witness some of the vilest acts on earth on your kindle!!
I was really looking forward to Ricky and Martin’s story after reading the rest of this series, and this book does not disappoint, in fact it adds an even better dimension with the addition of the heroine Tula who won my heart and respect with what she went through in this story.
Tula takes an odd call for help from her sister and ends up going from an ordinary English Teacher to being had up on drug charges and thrown into the worst prison in Mexico, run by the La Rocha Cartel. What she goes through in there will make your hair stand on end!!! In order to survive she has to shut down and become someone else, someone cold, distant, unfeeling and violent herself, someone like them. Unbeknownst to her she ends up saving the crime lord himself, Hector La Rocha, and becomes a member of the Cartel, safe within its protection, for a price.
What she didn’t expect was for 2 new prisoners Ricky (and) Martin to appear, and for her to fall for them hook line and sinker. The 2 men are undercover trying to take down the Cartel from the inside and have 3 months to find some evidence to help them. It’s no secret that these two are the best of friends, but Ricky wants Martin as his. Both are survivors of Van and each have their own story of sexual abuse, but Martin has thrown up many walls and will not talk about his past, even with Ricky. Luckily Ricky has not given up on Martin, and its the addition of Tula that brings these three together in the most feared prison in Mexico.
The story is full of triggers, angst, emotions – some situations will seriously test you limits, so be warned – but its a helluva read, and dark romance lovers should not miss this at all. There is enough steamy sexy scenes in here to melt your kindle with M/F/M and M/M scenes galore, seriously you may well need a cold shower several times!!
A brilliant story, very compelling and emotional at times in ways you don’t expect, highly recommended reading for dark romance lovers.
Pam never stops amazing me. Manipulate is a mind blowing addition to this series. Learning more about the freedom fighters is a journey I never want to end.
Hearing about their pasts are not easy to hear, but they lived them and sharing them with their partners and Pam sharing them with us is wonderful.
Ricky and Martin both lived through Van’s hell and came out better men. They think some days, others they just want all the hurt to end.
Tula went to Mexico to help her sister, but ends up in the worst prison in the country. She finds herself in the middle of the cartel and doesn’t make any waves to keep herself safe and alive. See the two American’s sitting at a table in the same prison is something she never thought she would see. Now she wants to get to know them, but she also wants to stay alive, so she has to make choices so she can have both.
The HOTTEST book of this year! This book will set your kindle on fire ladies. Be prepared to be devoured and engulfed in the raging bonfire of sexual chemistry. This series Is a virtual treasure trove for dark romance lovers. Ingenious mind of Godwin just keeps weaving one mesmerizing tale after another. Each book has given us a peek into the heinous world of sexual slavery and Pam gets bolder and daring with every book she pens. Starting from Van Quiso to the latest Hector La Rocha, the monsters are getting blacker and their slayers a bit greyer
The characters she’s created have Yin & Yang personalities. They’re dangerous and protective,sadists and masochistss, exacting and forgiving…all in the same frame.
This book has heroism and dreadful villainy side by side.
The coin flip in personality had me hating Garra to loving him and from loving Hector to wanting to slit his throat.
Petula Gomez is an English teacher in Arizona, mistakenly jailed in Jaulaso Prison in Ciudad Hecha, Mexico. It’s reputation of being the Most violent prison in the nation gets you prepared for the atrocities to follow. In the ultra violent area three she’s trapped and surrounded by the savage cartel -La Rocha whose members had affinity to rape, maim, dismember, disfigure and behead any female at their whim
“Area Three: Home of La Rocha Cartel.”
Yes sir, Tula is in the bang midst of a minefield of violent criminals.
The first day in she’s crushed under the Mighty Garra’s foot. I cried….so hard!!
Wrapping herself in coldness, she erected shields, closed mental doors, and formed layers of impenetrable resilience.
I will not cry.
I will not show weakness.
I will bear this, bury it, and survive.
Then she meets Ricky Saldivar and Martin Lockwood. The three find refuge in each other, stealing moments of safety and passion under the very eyes of Uzi Toting cartel.
I will stop right here, cause you need to read it to believe the shocking barbarity and monstrosity that is Jaulaso!! My heartbeat was so loud, it scared me at times. All is not what appears to be and my only worry was how will Tula navigate through this thorn forest and make it out alive. Most men failed and she was a quiet, timid girl. I must’ve said my prayers a million times during this book, I swear
She was in the most ruthless prison in Mexico.
Alone.
Unarmed.
Terrified.
The writing is severe and forbidding to put it mildly. The mood is oppressive and unrelenting. My skin crawled withthe feeling of being trapped and cornered,that’s how “alive” this story was!!
Palpating….Pulsating…..Breathing down my neck, my hair are still standing on its end!
I’m a tough dark reader and lover, yet Pam surprised me by walking ahead of me and showing me new stuff to add to my list of FuckedUpNess in the world, I MUST READ about
“I’m fucked up.”
“Aren’t we all? We’re fucked-up people living fucked-up lives with no access to medication or therapy. But we have one another.”
A gold mine for dark romance thumpers, a treat for hot AF M/FM M/M lovers, this book will give something to every reader…I can guarantee.
There’s a scene (I won’t say what) had me panting and “stretching” my imagination to ungodly proportions and yours will too
“They owned her. No matter what happened, she would always be theirs.”
If it’s possible, I keep falling a little more in love with Pam every book she writes
5 brilliant stars for Falling in Love:Times Two
I love the Deliver series. Each one is about a different couple or in the case of Manipulate a MMF relationship. I thought Martin, Ricky and Tula’s relationship was so well written. You absolutely felt what these three went through to end up where they are. The love they had for each other, especially Ricky and Martin was beautiful. Ms. Godwin takes you on a page turning journey that you don’t want to put down. Her words and scenes are so descriptive, that at times it made reading a bit anxious as you waited to see what would happen next. That is great storytelling. I’ll patiently wait for the next installment of this dark, gritty world.