I watch Erika Ellis’s every move as she struts about town. Every night she appears in my living room, bedroom, and even on the screen of my phone. Though her image appears to thousands, I’m the only audience she should want. It enrages me to entertain the idea that other people—other men—are watching as she smiles for the cameras, flaunts her shapely legs with tall high heels and short hemlines, … hemlines, or laughs with her co-anchor.
The other people don’t matter. They don’t know her like I do.
They haven’t taken the time to learn her desires.
I have spent years and it’s time for it to pay off.
I know what she needs, wants, and deserves—the accolades and punishments.
I’ll bring her fantasies to life, even the ones she’s yet to realize. My plan is in motion and there’s nothing she can do or say to change the course of our future.
I’m Victor Cross, the only man for the job. She will call me Sir.
From New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author Aleatha Romig comes another of her steamy novellas exploring hidden desires. UNCONVENTIONAL is a stand-alone story in the INDULGENCE series. Stories may be read in any order.
*Warning: reading may set your e-reader on fire while bringing a smile to your face.
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This was a great fast pace story. At first I didn’t know where it was going and I wanted to smack the heroine but then my brain caught up and I was fascinated. Lots and lots of sexy time and finding love again …I love Aleatha writing style!!!
Originally read this in The Vault Anthology and loved it the first time around and love it just as much after the second… It’s a short, naughty, hot and interesting novella that kept my interest from start to finish… and even though this held the heat, it also had a few twists thrown in there. But I shouldn’t be surprised. That is Aleatha’s specialty. She constantly has you thinking one thing and out of nowhere she will shift gears and throw you right off the track and it’s one of the reasons why I gravitate to her looks so much.
This little gem had it all.. kink, mystery, a little suspense, and a couple of twists along the way. Erika and Victor were two of a kind, that’s for sure… More so Victor. I’m kind of in love with a kinky, controlling hot as fuck stalk… Couldn’t get enough of this man and his obsession with Erika.
5 Stars!
Wow! This novella is one hot trip into the world of alternative marriage counseling . With vivid images of D/s it succeeded in raising my temperature while providing a satisfying, albeit brief, introduction to the the 2 lead characters, Erika and Vic. Now for a cold drink!
Popular TV news anchor Ericka Ellis will do anything to break through that glass ceiling and soar as high as her career will fly … all while stepping over anything that gets in her way — like her DOA marriage. But tunnel vision is a beeyatch because it gets in the way of her situational awareness at work where a stalker with a plan has been watching her for some time. Ericka is used to calling the shots but that all goes out the window when the stalker kidnaps her from work for an unconventional weekend that will open her eyes and teach her a lesson she so richly deserves.
Hot, erotic, with a good twist, this sexy novella took a left turn that dumped me on my fanny and I loved it. The first book in the BDSM-lite themed Indulgence novella series.
I have written, erased, and rewritten this review several times now, the problem is I don’t want to give any spoilers and the more I delve into the my thoughts about the book it seems like I slip and give something away. So I will just say that this was an amazingly HOT read that had you wondering what the heck was really happening because of the twist. I must admit I had it figured out rather quickly but that didn’t take anything away from the suspense, sexiness, or enjoyment of this read.
I highly recommend this book to lovers of BDSM Romances.
Happy Reading!!!
Erika Ellis is unhappy, her marriage is lacking. She wants to fix things with her husband. Victor Cross has had his eye on Erika for some time. He knows her deepest and darkest desires and knows he is the man to give them to her.
Erika learns her lesson when she is walking alone to her car one night. Victor finally makes his move. Erika is given the opportunity to explore her true desires with this man. Will she be able to trust, obey and submit to this man?
Erika and Victor had some EXTREMELY hot chemistry. Seriously, it was kindle melting. I’d have to say this is probably one of the steamiest books I’ve read in a while.
This book was a rather steamy quick read that had me going wtf at the end. There was a twist I was not expecting and I thought I missed something in the story and had to go back and re read a few pages.
If you’re looking for a super steamy, bdsm filled novella this is one that I’d highly recommend.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
Erika Ellis is available to everyone, each night, on their TV – news at five thirty and again at six o’clock. Viewers think they know her. They don’t, not like I do. I’ve watched her – closer than the others – not only on the news, but at all hours of the day and night. I’ve taken my time and learned her routines and her secrets. I know what she needs. I’ll bring her fantasies to life, even the ones she’s yet to realize. I’ll be the one to teach her that in submission there is power. She’ll understand that she doesn’t need to be primped and primed. My praise is what she’ll live for. Bound and helpless is where her freedom will be found. The truth behind the stage makeup and faux laugh is that she’s mine – nothing she can do or say will change that. She doesn’t know my unconventional plans. That’s okay. She will. It’s time to make my move. I’m Victor cross, the only man for the job.
This is a short novella and a really quick read. It is smoking hot and will have you reading as fast as you can. Erika is a news anchor and she is very focused on her job. So much so that her marriage is suffering and she is not sure that she even wants to save it. She wants to make the big time and he wants a baby. She can’t even seems to find the time at times to make it to the marriage counselor. To say she is all about her career is a understatement. This book is told form the point of view of both Erika and Victor who is basically a stalker and has learned all there is to know about Erika. I don’t want to give away anything else about this story. Just read it. I bet you will love it as much as I did.
3.75 stars– UNCONVENTIONAL is the first novella in Aleatha Romig’s contemporary, adult INDULGENCE erotic, BDSM, romance series. This is news person/on air personality Erika Ellis, and cameraman Victor Ross’ story line.
WARNING: Due to the nature of the story line premise, there may be some triggers for more sensitive readers including questionable consent, and discipline.
Told from dual first person perspectives (Erika and Victor) UNCONVENTIONAL follows cameraman Victor Ross, and his obsession with on-air personality Erika Ellis. Erika Ellis’ personal life is spiralling out of control, but when cameraman Victor Ross offers help when her car goes missing, our heroine has no idea what plans Victor has in-store. Having worked with Erika for a number of years, Victor is determined to take control, and claim Erika as his own, whether she is willing or not.
UNCONVENTIONAL is a story of desperation, obsession, love and second chances. Aleatha Romig pulls the reader into a thinly veiled, ideation of one man’s struggle to reclaim what was his, and one woman’s need to be reclaimed. The premise is startling and raw; the characters are impulsive and captivating; the romance is unconventional, spicy and emotional.
I know Ms. Romig can go to dark places but I am glad for the little note in the beginning to hang in and that it would be worth it. I pretty much was hoping what I thought was happening was true otherwise this would’ve been uber creepy. This sexy, steamy novella follows Victor and Erika and their unconventional relationship.
I’m a huge Aleatha fan, she can twist the story into a pretzel and you’d savour every bend , every curve. This book is quite a jolt packed drama. Erica Ellis’s marriage is hitting speedbreakers and she’s getting dulled into boredom. Her fantasies are getting louder in her head. The adage – Be Careful What You Wish For comes true and reality maybe not entirely what you expected
#JustSaying !
Very intriguing turns
I had Deja vu in the plot and the dialogue.
For me , Aleatha has set the bar so high , it just didn’t meet my expectations.
But please go ahead and enjoy this juicy sinful , ultra sexy book by her
3.5 Stars
Aleatha never lets me down… even in novella form – it may be a short story but Ms Romig doesn’t short us any details! One of my favorite authors and Unconventional didn’t disappoint.
Wow!!!
Unconventional is part of anthology The Vault. It’s also the first book I ‘ve read from this author. I know I should of read her soon. I m just delighted I did. This book is just brilliant. It’s smoking hot in every way. The story is so good it messes with your head in so ways. But it is just written so well. I read this in just a few hours which is really good for me. I hooked from the very start till the end. I actually wish it was longer. I really can’t wait to read more from this author.
I m alway a lil scared when it comes to dark romance. So I was a lil unsure about this. But wow it was so so good. Victor and Erika are excellent characters. The way the story started I was a lil worried and I have to say I did work out how the story was goin to early on. Which just this story a whole lot better and hotter. It just sure you what a lil therapy can do to make things better. I really enjoyed this and would highly recommend it.
Aleatha has showed us over and over that things are never as they seem and she proves it once again in this HOT HOT HOT novella!
PS: Don’t let the size fool you, ladies! Aleatha manages to give us all the romantic, erotic, and classic “what the f***” moments that we crave in this novella sized package
I won an ARC of Unconventional in a random draw. Fans of Aleatha Romig and those who have never read her books will delight in her contribution to The Vault. In Unconventional, Ms. Romig brings her A-game to her story of a television news woman struggling with personal and career issues. With surprising twists and turns, the author gives us a beautifully written tale with just the right amount of suspense and sexual sauciness. Unconventional is a delectable read not to be missed!
loved
Aleatha is new to me, her writing style was good. The story line took a bit to get into but she sure made up for it (and yes she even warned us!) I loved it. Unconventional is sometimes the only way.
You never go wrong with an Aletha Romig book. Fantastic writer!
Woah, I did not see that coming! Erika and her husband have been going through the motions and she’s worried that their relationship may be over. When she plans to speak with him, she’s taken by Vistor, one of the cameramen she works with. Things get serious after that. I don’t want to give too much away, but there’s a huge twist I didn’t see coming. It made the story that much better. This was a very steamy read.