She captured his heart…can he become the Master of hers?When Lainie Bryant heads to Texas to rebuild her existence, love is not on her agenda, but the hot cardiologist with the ripped abs pushes all her buttons.Doctor Matthew Taylor, rugged and handsome, has waited years for the woman meant to be his. Lainie’s as vanilla as they come, but there’s something about her that keeps him intrigued, and … keeps him intrigued, and when he finds out she’s more than willing to give him the control he needs, things seem perfect.
When a secret obsession comes to light, they only have each other to count on. Matthew is left wondering if he can keep her safe from his past, so they can have a future together.
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Ooh. Be still my heart – I lurrrve a good kinky cardiologist. 😉
I read the books out of order, but I liked this book better than book 2, Securing Her Surrender.
I think it was in part because Lainie did not start out in the lifestyle. She wasn’t sure what she wanted or needed when she arrived at Bridget and Jack’s house. Following along as she discovered what she really wanted and needed was an interesting journey. Especially regarding how her emotions were involved.
The other thing was that Lainie came in so strong and tough, a force to be reckoned with. In stepped Matthew, and Lainie’s life changed. She didn’t become wimpy or weak. She let Matthew see her vulnerability and her insecurities.
Matthew was there to guide her through the lifestyle. I just faulted him for not being more open about the crazy stalker. I understand he wanted to protect Lainie, but she Also needed to safeguard herself.
This book is romantic, steamy, with some danger, suspense, and a little twist thrown in for good measure. I really hope there is a book about Jack and Bridget, as well as the other doctors.
If D/s or spanking offend you, take a pass on this book. Matthew and Lainie do end up with their own HEA.
Incredible debut novel. Well written, great characters and plenty of steam.
Doctors, Doms, Danger: If you have a pulse, you’ll love this first in series from Lesley Clark. Why stick with what’s not working in life? The heroine doesn’t…and she’s rewarded with rich friendships, steamy moments of submissions, and more. But, coloring outside the lines in ones’ life doesn’t mean it’s safer. There’s real pulse-pounding moments of danger. Mastering Her Heart is a roller-coaster of a book!
Fantastic Debut book from a promising new author!
This book, this was an amazingly wonderful surprise!! I was skeptical at first, new author, hadn’t read anything from her before so wondered just how good it could be. OMG! This story flows like she’s been writing forever, I was pulled into the story from page one and was completely engrossed by the end of Chapter one!
I was truly blown away and at the end my first thought was, NO!! I need more!!
Lainie, just in awe of her, she left her whole life behind and decided she deserved more, enter her friend Bridget and her husband Jack. They have what Lainie wants, the closeness, the sexiness and the loyalty they have for each other is the inspiration she needs.
Will Dr. Matt Taylor be what she needs and can she trust him enough to let him in? Will she be able to embrace the Dominant side of Matt or is it too much for her? Will the dangers stalking them be enough to keep them apart or dare they go all in and fight for what could be the best relationship either of them have had? I was on edge waiting to see what the heck was going to happen next!
The emotions this one gave me, sigh…..they were so good! I could read this over and over!!
Mastering Her Heart by Lesley Clark is book One in the A Cut Above series. This is the story of Lainie Bryant and Doctor Matthew Taylor.
Lainie has been in a relationship for a few years where she is comfortable and cares for him but there is not sparks…something is missing. So she leaves him to head out to stay with her best friend there she meets a doctor who like her friend and her husband is into BDSM lifestyle.
Sparks fly immediately but Lainie didn’t think she was ready to jump into another relationship nor has she ever been in the BDSM lifestyle.
Matt was a great hero who you fell in love with along with Lainie.
Enjoyed this story!