'Submission' in the series 'Songs of Submission' by C.D. Reiss follows the story of Jonathan Drazen and Monica. Monica, a waitress trying to make it as a singer, meets Jonathan, the owner of Hotel K, when she spills drinks on him and gets fired. Their attraction grows as they navigate through ups and downs in their relationship, including Jonathan's unresolved feelings for his ex-wife. explores themes of dominance and submission, introducing Monica to the BDSM lifestyle and delving into their evolving relationship dynamics. With a mix of hot scenes, emotional twists, and character growth, the story unfolds with secrets and withheld emotions, leaving readers eager for the next installment.

Characters:

Monica and Jonathan are vibrant characters whose relationship evolves amidst personal challenges and aspirations.

Writing/Prose:

The prose includes distinctive and sometimes unusual descriptions, effectively conveying emotional depth in character interactions.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot navigates the intricate development of Monica and Jonathan's relationship, culminating in a cliffhanger that hints at more to come in the series.

Setting:

The setting is primarily in Los Angeles, enriching the backdrop of the characters' lives and interactions.

Pacing:

The pacing varies between building tension and character exploration, although some find the conclusion unsatisfactory.

Notes:

The book is divided into three parts, focusing on the evolution of Monica and Jonathan's relationship.

Jonathan is described in some unusual ways, such as smelling like sage green and fog.

The writing includes quirky phrases that often elicit laughter or confusion.

The ending leaves readers on a cliffhanger, leading into several more books in the series.

Monica is portrayed as a natural submissive, fitting into the dominant-submissive dynamic with Jonathan.

The storyline deals with serious issues like mental health, depression, and self-harm.

Monica's character is a waitress pursuing a singing career, whereas Jonathan is a wealthy owner of a club.

The romance is described as refreshing, with emotional depth beyond typical billionaire clichés.

The BDSM aspect becomes more prominent towards the end of the book, which may surprise some readers.

There is a strong emphasis on character growth throughout the series.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book has high content warnings due to sensitive topics including mental health issues, depiction of self harm, and explicit sexual content.

Has Romance?

Romance is a significant aspect of Submission, deeply intertwined with the characters' development and their relationship.

explicit steam level

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Jonathan Drazen's my billionaire boss. Or he was, until he fired me.

Now he wants to make a bet.

If I win, he'll give me enough money to not care about this waitressing job.

If he wins, I'm completely and utterly his for the night.

Since a bad breakup, I've sworn off men, but I'll take this wager. He's hot enough to break some rules over. Besides, he's still hung up on his ex-wife. There's no chance he'll want more after the sun comes up.

Just one night, and I walk away from his dark past and his hot demands.

I shouldn't walk away in the morning though. I should run right now.

Turns out, when Jonathan Drazen wants something, he gets it, and after our one night, he wants me.

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Submission

C.D. Reiss

Book 3 in the series:Songs of Submission