Frankie Marconi craves pain, and billionaire crime lord Maxim Koslov is happy to give it to her… but will their arrangement go a step too far? An erotic contract becomes a deadly game in this dark, gritty romance._____Pain is the most potent drug and Frankie Marconi is addicted to the burning sting of it. Maxim Koslov, a deranged crime lord with a tormented past, is more than willing to deliver … willing to deliver the dose she needs.
But when lust becomes obsession, Frankie begins to realize that there is only one way out of this dangerous game of Russian Roulette…
And Maxim never loses.
This is a dark romance.
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Maxim is by far the most intense, twisted and dark romance by Lana Sky. Maxim and Frankie are quite an unconventional pair. Rooted in torture and pain, these two fit together perfectly in the most sadistic ways. Looking forward to book 2.
Submit: XXX Maxim Book 1 (Club XXX) by Lana Sky
Francesca (Frankie) Marconi is only nineteen and oversees taking care of her six siblings. Her dead-beat mother is out of the picture mostly until she needs money, which is too often for Frankie way of thinking.
Maxim Koslov is a Russian crime lord with a dark and twisted sexual appetite. Maxim has specific needs when it comes to sex, he loves pain.
Frankie is working a total of three jobs as a prostitute, a salesclerk, and at a diner. Even with all three jobs, she still isn’t making enough to keep them all afloat. Add on top of that when her mother shows up to clean their place but that only means she was looking for money. Benny her pimp, asks her if she has ever heard of a man by the name of Sokolov and when she says no, he gives her a card for a meeting. Benny was told to find the most money hungry girl and set her up with a meeting. Maxim has a need for an exclusive companion and if she is interested, she could make some serious cash. The catch? Maxim gets off on inflicting pain. If she is up for it and can take whatever he can dish out, she can keep her and her siblings above water and survive.
Submit is the first book by Lana Sky that I have read, and I have fallen in love with her writing. She brings two twisted souls together that would never otherwise find each other and pushes them together. Each has a background that would normally defeat a normal person but makes them stronger. Frankie at only nineteen has been through so much but survives. What she must go through for her siblings in just incredible, but she is still standing, still taking on the world. Maxim comes across as evil, but he becomes almost human in a way being with Frankie. She brings out a part of him that nearly seems like he can care for her.
This was an intense and a bit hectic, regardless though I felt the need to read all 3 books.
I love some of the author’s other books but this was just too nasty and violent, I could not connect to either of the main characters.
Let me start out by saying that I really enjoy dark romance. It’s not for everyday, but once in a while I enjoy reading the rough stuff. Well, readers, this book is the roughest I’ve read since the Indebted series. Too much blood. Way too much blood. And I’m not one to cry “abuse” in a dark romance, but this was abuse. Knives. Whipped with a belt until she passes out. I still gave 4 stars because it was a good read, but I am not going to pursue the sequel.
Submit by Lana Sky is a dark mafia romance that I listened to on audio narrated by Zara Eden. This is the first book in the Club XXX series.
This book does come with a caution “18+ Extremely Dark Themes. Strong Sexual/Adult content. Mentions of abuse and violence.”
This is the first book of Lana’s that I have read and it definitely won’t be my last. This book was dark and twisted in all the best ways. The messed up relationship between Frankie and Maxim kept me at the edge of my seat waiting to see what would happen next. I can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series Obey so I can get more of their story.
Zara did an amazing job on the narration. She really knows how to bring a story to life. I look forward to listening to more of her work in the future.
I would highly recommend this book if you like dark and twisted romance.
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XXX Maxim, Book 1 (Club XXX)
By: Lana Sky
Narrated by: Zara Eden
I love when an author can take me out of my comfort zone and keep me riveted. Lana Sky does it every time with her dark romances. Each has a component that just makes me cringe, but I have to know what is going to happen! This is the first in her Club XXX series, and Frankie and Maxim are featured. Frankie takes care of her siblings while her mother is out, searching for her next fix and husband. She resorts to prostitution and is offered a contract that will set her up for the next year. But is it a contract she can keep? Maxim is a dark soul. Very demanding, super alpha, and a dom like no other. Will Frankie find the strength to fulfill the contract? This book is dark and at times made me cringe. It’s addicting and had my curiosity. Both Frankie and Maxim are broken, and with their fetishes are well matched. I can’t wait to see where Sky takes these two next.
Zara Eden is amazing with this narration. She is spot on for each character, her Russian accent fantastic. I enjoyed her performance and look forward to book 2!
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This is the first book in the XXX Maxim Series. Wow! Maxim and Frankie’s story is dark, intense, raw, and brutal. Maxim is ruthless, alpha, dominant, and a sadistic mafia billionaire. Frankie is an intriguing character, masochistic, strong, and determined. This story is darker than what I have read before. Zara Eden did an amazing job with the narration. Looking forward to listen to the next book in the Series! If you like Dark Romance, this one is definitely for you.
This is a pretty intense book with hardcore BDSM – so it’s not really an easy read if you’re not into the more aggressive side of BDSM. If pain, torture, rape aren’t your thing – you probably won’t enjoy this book.
This is probably Lana’s most twisted dark romance yet and I love it! Francesca and Maxim don’t have the most traditional of relationships (at all lol) but they have a very unique storyline that makes this such a good read! I honestly read it in less than 24 hours and I’m so excited for the sequel!
Submit
Ok. This book IS and probably always will be my absolute favorite book! I love Lana Sky. Her books are phenomenal! I look forward to each and every one of them. The Maxim series will always hold a special place in my little black heart.
Frankie and Maxim’s story is well unique, definitely dark, raw, twisted, fascinating, and emotional.
Frankie is broken and at 19 years old has had it very rough. Taking care of her siblings the only way she knows how. A new client offer drops into her lap and the money is too much to refuse. Maxim has special tastes and needs and he is ruthless! Honestly the first time I read this book I was not expecting it to be as dark and twisted as it was. I could not put it down. I’m not going to spoil this book for anyone but you NEED to read it. Maxim is everything you want in DARK, twisted love. Thank you Lana for bringing the world Maxim & Frankie. 5 stars all the way and definitely 1 click anything this author comes out with.
TWISTED EXPLOSIVE EMOTIONS!
A Twisted web of emotions that will knock you on your butt suck the breath from your gasping lungs and demand you endure more as the words invigorate a desperate hunger to keep the pages flowing as the dark twisted story takes you under it’s suspense filled spell refusing to let you go until the cliffy ending that has me screeching profanities at an empty page that continues to have its claw sunk deep into my racing thoughts praying to give me the answers that have to wait until I can get my greedy hands on book two. A dark twisted mind blasting emotionally gripping read that will shock delight and will put a doubt have you thirsty for more.
I got this as an ARC reader. This was the first time I read her book. The book was good. Can’t wait for the next book to come out. Good got book.
OMG!!! I think I held my breath through this whole book. It’s so raw and gutteral in it’s dark complexity. I still feel like I’m trying to slow my heart rate down and my “WTF” thoughts just so I can really think about this day, twisted spellbinding story. I’m sorry I can even explain Frankie or Maxim without ruining the start truth that is at the heart of this story. .
that whether it’s environment, genes, or particular set of circumstances, there are those who are just drawn together in their need of pain. It’s with betted breath that I anticipate the next installment of this story.
Loved this book
This book is dark, twisted and oh so addictive! Frankie is a 19 yr old taking care of her 6 siblings the only way she can, she’s a prostitute. When she is offered a job she can’t refuse for an amount that will pay the rent for months she takes it. She knew what the contract said but she really had no idea what it all meant until she met Maxim. Maxim is the Russian crime boss who only wants 1 thing from her, her pain. He had no way of knowing when they started that she would give him so much more. This is book 1 in a series and I cannot wait to read book 2!!
I read a free copy of this book and am eagerly and voluntarily leaving my review.
I love dark, twisted and gritty books so this book literally checked every single box more then I though it would. Frankie has had a extremely rough upbringing and for someone so young she is handling much more then anyone person should enter in Maxim who is twisted and dark and craves something that he’s trying to find someone who’s willing to him indulge in. That’s how he meets Frankie but there’s much more to them then meets the eye! Can’t wait to read the next one!
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book
That was an intense, gripping, dark story.
Frankie is a young woman with way too much responsibility. She finds herself with a man, Maxim, who teaches her submission in such a dark, twisted way.
This book made me feel anxious and tense but as a reader you also feel compassion and hope for these characters.
I highly recommend this book if you love the dark side of romance!
Francesca (Frankie) Marconi seems to be the only responsible adult left to take care of her siblings while her mother is caught up in the next scheme and has left them. Frankie changed the locks, but needs money for the kids, food, bills, etc. It is too much. So using her other talents, Frankie uses sex to make extra money on the side besides her other jobs. The kids need coats this coming winter, rent is behind, what is a girl to do? So when she is offered an opportunity for money that she can’t refuse, how long will she last to get that money? Will she keep coming back? Can she find herself in the process or will the price be too much for her to pay?
Maxim Koslov is Russian with a twisted dark and sexual appetite and dominance that only certain people can handle and most not for very long. Will Frankie obey and submit to him and his every whim and need? But when she looks as thought she is looking into his soul, will it be too much for Maxim to handle and maintain control?
This is such a great read!!! I am hooked, but this story dives into the emotional state of both parties with a broken past. These twisted souls find each other, but when pain becomes pleasure, will Maxim remain in control or will he care more about Frankie than anyone ever thought possible? Will he make sure her siblings are safe too? He promises to only hurt her and give her punishments and to leave them out of it. Can she trust him? Just wow! This book grabs you and doesn’t let you go, it is twisted, dark, filthy, gritty, hostile and has some triggers included. But if you love a dark romance with a twist, this is deliciously dark and incredible! You will not be disappointed. There is truth in submission, but will Frankie see that before her time is up? I can’t wait for the next one. I received an ARC of this book from the author.
Wow! Mind blown! Lana had my complete attention on every single page. This is the perfect twisted, mysterious, dark and sinful read. The story is perfectly executed. The way she creates the characters Maxim and Frankie, from their pasts to their time together, it’s all just amazing. Just to see how bad and poisonous they are for each other but that they actually could work something out. A must read, can’t wait for the next book.