Under the dangerous Maxim Koslov’s spell, Frankie Marconi finds herself falling deeper and deeper into a world of violence and sin. But the rabbit hole of chaos can only go so far. When cruel reality threatens her cocoon of pain, can she rely on Maxim to help her withstand the onslaught?Or will she goad him into finally ending their twisted game…Once and for all.This is a dark mafia romance.
Obey is the 2nd installment in the XXX MAXIM series, it follows where the first book Submit left off. It has the the same dark and twisted feel to it, its felt quite violent but fragile at the same time and the way the story unfolds is amazing.
The characters there are developed really well,Frankie is my favourite.
The book is quite enjoyable and the ending leaves me waiting for the 3rd part.
Lana Sky has created amazing characters and story line in this set of books. My heart broke in these books for these two characters who have been through such devastating childhoods. In book 1, Submit, the reader is introduced to Maxim and Francesca Marconi. We find out about the harrowing past Maxim has lived born into the Russian Mafia. The trials that Maxim has been through as a young child have defined who he is and shaped the proclivities he has today. Francesca Marconi has been responsible for her young siblings since an early age, providing support financially and emotionally as a young teen. In Obey, we learn more about Maxim and Francesca’s twisted relationship. What drives Maxim to need to give such pain? Can he find his inner soul that his grandfather and uncle have tried so hard to destroy. Or, will he continue to be the ruthless monster they have taught him to be? What about Francesca? Can she find her voice? Will her demons allow her to submit to Maxim? All I can say is, this book kept me so wound up emotionally, I could hardly put it down to go to work. I could hardly wait to get home to continue reading it again. It is dark, twisted, and absolutely enthralling. The reader will not be disappointed! Be aware! It is not for the faint of heart!!
I Thought I loved Submit but oh boy this one takes you on a wild ride of emotion that grips you on every single page it is dark so be prepared for anything because that’s what happens. Maxim and Frankies arrangement is brutal and heartbreaking but also pain and loyality fit right in there at a big cost, Maxim is very unpredictable and a very intense character a force you done want to screw with but I loved how Frankie can almost read his actions and moods and what to expect because he is down right terrifying but the way they interact in the only way they know how is beautiful to them. Frankie is an outstanding character and so strong I cant believe it myself and I really feel and admire her as she is finding herself a little at a time but its still a struggle she has endured so much. The writing is beyond anything you can even think of its that good and I love love these characters hard and cannot get enough.
I’m loving this series!!!! It’s hot, steamy, and action packed!!!!! Lana Sky is such an amazingly talented author. I hope she creates more books in this series!!!!!
YESS!! What a great installment in the Maxim series!
Obey begins right after the first one ends and we are delved deeper into Maxim’s world in this book. We also get to see more about Frankie and what she is feeling in the situations that arise.
Frankie does not know how to trust, love, or do anything but survive to provide for her family. Is Maxim to be the one that is hers? Is he the one to make her feel something real?
I give this book a solid 4.5 outta 5 stars and can’t wait for the next dark installment in this series!!
PS: I Received this book for free, but am voluntarily reviewing it!
I tried to read slow so Submit would last longer but I couldn’t put it down! Another masterpiece by Lana! This was one of my absolute favorites of hers. It was so jaw dropping, sick, twisted and gritty. I felt like I really got to know Frankie and Maxim so much more but still know there is so much more to understand with these characters. I couldn’t get enough of the encounters they had and the true raw gritty emotions they expressed. Don’t want to give anything away but it was so fun to see the extremes they would do. Can’t wait for the third book know it will be just as epic!
First, you must know what you’re getting into before starting this series. It is dark. It is hard to read at times. It has many scenes that could be triggers for people. It won’t be for everyone. Second, to understand Frankie and Maxim’s relationship and who they are, you must read Submit first. Obey picks up where Submit left off. You’ll be lost if you try to start with Obey.
The story of Frankie and Maxim is heartbreakingly terrifying. Neither of these two won the parent lottery. Their childhoods were filled with pain, fear, and a lack of love/feeling loved. Both had to grow up way too quickly taking on adult roles they weren’t ready for. They were easily hardened to the world, making relationships with others difficult. Finding where they felt they belonged had also been tough.
They have a f’ed up relationship. He treats her like s**t, hurting her both physically and mentally. Yet, she keeps going back to him. Both of them really had me feeling conflicted. At times, I wanted to take Frankie aside and help her find her self worth and value. Other times, I wanted to shake her silly and ask her what the he** she was thinking. Maxim was different. Most of the time I wanted to slap him, punch him, and instill the same pain on him he did on Frankie. Other times though, I wanted to take him in my arms and cradle the little boy inside who just needed to know what unconditional love was. As for their relationship, I kept going back and forth on that as well. Sometimes I wanted them to cut their losses and end it. Mostly though, I have to admit, I wanted them to find each other and find the love they both deserve. Will it happen? I am anxiously waiting for the next book to (hopefully) find out.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book. This is my honest review.*
This is the second book in the series and I do recommend reading them in order. This is an incredible dark read with such emotion and intensity. Maxim and Frankie are such amazing characters, so broken and damaged but wanting to survive. In this read we get to glimpse more into who Maxim and Frankie really are and why. Frankie is such a strong character and you instantly can sympathize with her and how she is doing anything she must to protect her family. I loved it!
I am so invested in Frankie and Maxim’s story. When this book hit my kindle, I DEVOURED IT!! Lana Sky has served us up a sinful, lascivious, darkly entertaining story. This is erotica at its finest!! PURE ANIMALISTIC PERFECTION!
~In a twisted semblance of harmony, we create a symphony of muted agony and sadistic satisfaction.~
A tale of carnal pleasures, perverse proclivities, and self identification. Maxim and Frankie partake in an exchange of sexual pleasure derived by pain and control. Frankie continues to return to Maxim, telling herself that it’s all for the money, but she craves what only Maxim can give her. She is an addict seeking her next fix, and he is her drug.
READ THIS SERIES TODAY!! Find out what happens when Maxim nulls the contract, will Frankie stay? In a world where women mean nothing, she threatens everything he has worked for. Is she worth Maxim turning against his family and claiming her as his very own? You don’t keep anything you’re not willing to kill for.
For those of you that prefer you stories with triggers and hot animalistic sex, this would be the book! Lana Sky has become one of my automatic one click authors. I no longer need to know what the story is about, it is certain to be of epic proportions.
It captured me so much that I don’t even know how I got to the end of it so quickly. It was beautiful. They were damned to hell before they even met,they fell together in the madness and in the end they rised like one single twisted soul. All they have to do now is to accept it…
Once again Lana Sky wrote a beautiful book that had me holding my breath so many times.
If you didn’t read yet, READ IT NOW! It’s so so good.
Unparalleled Book…Outstanding 5 Stars +++
This is a phenomenal series. It will draw you in and keep you prisoner until the last page. You need to read Submit: XXX Maxim Book 1 (Club XXX) first so you know the story of Frankie and Maxim. I have no idea how an author can even come up with a storyline like this. It’s brutal and heartbreaking at the same time. Two people with shattered souls, both with tortured past. I am waiting to see if they can find love or do they even know what love is. I absolutely think this is one of the best books Lana Sky has written.
Wow! This jump into Maxim and Frankie’s world was explosive. Frankie learns to push back and uncovers more of Maxim. But Maxim’s world comes crashing into their tentative arrangement. This installment of Maxim and Frankie’s story was even better than the first! I love the way they are growing together. This story is so full of passion, pain, intrigue, loyalty, and under it all love. Can’t wait for the next one!