ABOUT THE BOOK
Good girl.
I am good.
I’m good at my job, running my company, and making a filthy amount of money.
But when a tattooed, dark-haired stranger a decade younger than me whispers Good Girl in my ear—I don’t want to be good anymore.
Behind closed doors, Salt shows me things I’ve never experienced.
He holds me captive with his burning touch and fevered demands of submission.
He brings me to my knees and makes me yearn to stay there forever, even as the clock ticks…
Everyone says what we’re doing is sinful.
That a woman like me shouldn’t have desires like this.
They say he’s too young for me, a sadistic beast incapable of falling in love.
And yet…
The way he says I belong to him…
The way he growls my name…
Can we find a way to be together? Or will our worlds tear us apart?
MY REVIEW
I stumbled upon a gem recently. I’ve found yet another author who knows how to balance the fire and tenderness of a passionate romance. Meet Salt and Pepper. Their names are quirky, but so are their lives.
These two characters are anything but one-dimensional. Both are flawed, complex, and captivating as they navigate their individual losses and traumas tied to family. It’s a rollercoaster ride watching them support each other while confronting some pretty nasty feedback about their relationship.
It’s fabulous to see Pepper reclaim her body, pleasure, and identity amidst all the chaos surrounding her life. Watching her evolve from a fierce, buttoned-up CEO of a record label into an empowered submissive was done with such nuance and care. It felt real and relatable. And then there’s Salt, the sexy masked musician who embodies every quality you’d want in a dominant partner—he’s patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in Pepper’s comfort, completely ignoring the naysayers around them.
What I love most is how the book explores a reverse age gap romance with such finesse. Clio Evans truly brings to light the challenges tied to ageism, feminism, and personal autonomy. There are many kink elements which makes the story both steamy and moving as Pepper learns to let go of her boss woman persona and embrace the moment under Salt’s careful guidance.
Now, let’s talk about my one little beef “the third-act breakup.” Ugh! Look, I get it. Salt has a tragic history that shapes how he approaches relationships, but honestly, I felt like there was enough trust built for him to realize Pepper would never do what he suspected. Seriously, she was reluctantly at an event with the person she despises most, and that didn’t ring any alarm bells for him? Come on, Salt! And don’t get me started on Pepper’s friends and colleagues. Where was the support? She deserved to have at least someone cheering her on instead of judging her choices.
Despite that little hiccup, if you’re hunting for a read that challenges societal norms, explores profound love in unconventional ways, and celebrates personal growth, look no further! This book is a must-read! Grab your copy and prepare to swoon over the electric chemistry between Pepper and Salt. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!
Thank you to Ms. Evans for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
A lover of myths, legends, BDSM, and queer joy in media–Clio Evans is the author of the Citrus Cove Series, Creature Cafe Series, Warts & Claws Series, and more.
From Austin but now living in Chicago, they can always be found drinking coffee or thinking about the perfect kinky happy ending for their books.
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