After her brother’s life of crime is brought to a sudden end, twenty-two-year-old Kara Jennings fears she may be the next target of the men who killed him. It comes as a shock, however, when she is taken captive by a mysterious man who promises to keep her safe but quickly demonstrates that he will not hesitate to punish her in any way he sees fit if she disobeys him.Devin Stringer is certain … certain there is something important that Kara is refusing to share with him–something related to her brother’s death–and he is fully prepared to be as firm as necessary to get her to tell him the truth, even if that means stripping her bare, spanking her soundly, and keeping her caged like a pet.
Despite her shame at being made to kneel naked at her captor’s feet, eat from his hand, and surrender her body to him completely, Devin’s dominance leaves Kara helplessly aroused and yearning for him to master her even more thoroughly. When he brings her to the edge of an intense climax only to leave her desperate and wanting, her need for him to claim her properly compels Kara to confess the secret her brother shared with her before his death. But will that information help Devin protect his beautiful pet or will it ultimately put her in greater danger?
Publisher’s Note: Protecting His Pet is a stand-alone book which is the first entry in the Owned and Protected series. It includes spankings, sexual scenes, extensive pet play, elements of BDSM, and more. If such material offends you, please don’t buy this book.
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What a great storyline Measha Stone has given us with Devin and Kara. It begins with Kara’s brother being murdered and then her being kidnapped. Going through this journey with these two was so enthralling. I felt like I was there, personally watching them as they went through their intense scenes and listening to them talk through their feelings and emotions. They way they grew and developed individually and as Dom/sub. It hit on a lot of great points in a Dom/sub relationship and my heart truly melted at the ending. I definitely gave this book a five star rating.
This had everything from forced submission to pet play and it was written with so much detail and grace and was so believable the characters were so well developed and showed true feelings. I loved Karas strength and believe me she was one strong wild woman and gave Devin grief anytime she was able and it was super sexy as she earned every single punishment and humiliating experience to its finest. I love when you can feel the emotion coming from the story and the characters make a big inpact and I will certainly be reading more.
Finally someone to return
In a world of hard times, tragedy and loneliness this author gives us hope that we each have a place where we belong. This book is a masterpiece of ownership and learning to let go. Both of the characters are stuck in a bad situation and yet they manage to bond unexpectedly. Until he decides that he is doing the right thing and, like most guys, never asks her opinion. I won’t give away any secrets, you will have to read the book yourself for that, but I will share that they manage to find their HEA. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
Normally kidnap books don’t do that much for me, but this one got me going. What’s going on with our characters is great. The background story, though fizzles. This is the only reason I gave it a 4. I don’t like spoilers so I won’t say more. This is a really good beginning for a series.
This book was given to me at my request from the publisher or author and I provided this unbiased voluntary review.
Devon and Kara’s story is intense, dramatic and the pet play could make you squirm by it’s dark intensity and the fact that it is one sided. I love a good pet plat but Devon will take it to the extreme. I loved the story and characters.
Protecting His Pet is a raw, gritty and twisted story that will take you to the dark side of the D/s world. If you trigger easily then this isn’t the book for you. But if you like strong, intense characters that have a very twisted relationship then I recommend you check this book out. This is book one in the Owned and Protected series and I look forward to reading the rest of this series.
This is not for everyone as it doesn’t hold back on the dark. The characters are interesting and well written. The plot is one that drew me in and easily held my interest.
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Incredible book. Very dark and kinky. If you only like vanilla or no sex at all this book isn’t for you. There was mutual consent, with a little help from mental manipulation. The BDSM is graphic – which is fine with me. Kara and Devin are strong characters and their interaction is terrific. She was sassy and Devin had his ways of dealing with that. I enjoyed this story very much and am looking forward to another story by this author. I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an review.
I love Measha’s style of steamy reads with a touch of darkness!
Measha pulls you in to the story of Kara whose brother is killed and his boss believes she has something from her brother so is kidnapped by Devin. Devin has researched Kara so knows of her penchant for submission, but he has a job to do for the boss to discover what Kara’s brother has hidden. The steamy darkness that comes from Devin’s interactions with Kara will melt your kindle, but the suspense of their situation will keep you wondering how Devin can pull off Kara’s safety. Add in some plot twists of Devin’s real job and you will be turning the pages to see how it all ends!
A great story with plenty of surprises, twists and turns, hot, but also with many intense dark moments.
It has many difficult moments, I really struggle reading it. The story is just wonderful.
I highly recommend it!
Kara cant believe her brother is gone. Brutally gone. Now she is ruthlessly kidnapped by his partner. Punished and taught “lessons” by a man who somehow knows her. Knows her deepest dirtiest thoughts. He plans to use those against her to get the information he needs. If she could escape she would, right?. How could you want someone like him? He says he will save her, but how can this Dominant’s degradation, humiliation and demand for submission save her? Hand, belt, flogger, strap, cane, anal, bondage. Such a good read. Hot hot hot.
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This book is super hot almost from the beginning. The anti-hero makes you want to hate him but there are glimpses that he will turn out to be the good guy in the end. Trigger warnings apply for abduction, dubcon, bdsm elements. Not for the faint of heart but if this is your cup of tea then this one will rock your world. Measha Stone is a queen of Dark erotic romance.
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This has a lot of themes that some may not like as it includes pet play and other “punishments” that are more adult in nature. I don’t think they’re necessarily BDSM as some of the items do not includes consent. I did like the relationship and development between Devin and Kara and his need to protect her.
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I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this book. While I wasn’t thrilled with the kidnapping and lack of consent thing, I couldn’t put it down. I then proceeded to read more books in this series because they are so entertaining – despite the lack of consent and the heroines making ridiculously foolish choices.
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** 3.5 stars **
She’s a Naughty girl who gets put in her place by being turned into his pet. While it drives me crazy when she takes everything this guy says I’m face value, this is a dark romance and I suppose level of naivete she has is to be expected. Don’t expect a lot of spunk and fight. This female character is all brat but she’s a lamb to the wolf. He eats her up and she just smiles all the way to the slaughter. All I can say is it’s a good thing he captor likes what he sees.
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A great read by M. Stone. This was the first book I read by her and quickly became a fan. Might as well put a fan on or turn up the AC it is tgat hot. The way characters grow truly sets her apart from others in this genre. It is full of pet play, punishment, humiliation, trust, safety and love as well as action. Enjoyed every minute of it.
I love Measha Stone’s books, and this one didn’t disappoint. This is a D/s story that’s told well. The world building is excellent, the characters are completely believable, and the plot was interesting.
I’ve read the other stand alone books in this series but this was the first one to begin it all so it gave background into the resort that Devin and Kara built for those of like mind.
This is a story of a submissive realizing what she wants out of life and the Dom who knows exactly how to give her what she needs. I enjoyed every page. Highly recommended.
This story is absolutely amazing. I love every minute of it. Devin and Kara perfect for each other. He is absolutely swoon worthy. She is just delightful. Their journey together is memorable. The writing and flow of this book is done well. I highly recommend this book.
this is a powerful, if somewhat warped kinky story of inta love between a totally over powering dominant male and a strong fiesty female who is in danger. Their time together forces her into exploring her secret sexual desires while he tries to keep her safe.
A thrilling erotic, dont-want-to-put-it-down read!!!!
I was a little unsure about things at first, just like Kara, but oh how things change – even when they shouldn’t. Major kudos to Measha Stone for the story and character development. This was the first book I read by this author, but it will not be the last.