*I received a free copy of Wicked Fall from Big Dog Books via Netgalley. This has in no way influenced my voluntary review, which is honest and unbiased *
Warning: This book includes mature content such as: sexual content, and/or drug and/or alcohol use, and/or violence.
Wicked Fall by Sawyer Bennett Series: The Wicked Horse #1
Published by Big Dog Books on 28 July 2015
Genres: Contemporary, Erotica, Adult, Romance
Format: eARC
Source: Netgalley
Never in your wildest dreams could you begin to imagine all the filthy and depraved things that go on inside The Wicked Horse. Step inside and Woolf Jennings will make every one of your dirty fantasies come true.
He’s covered in a facade of deception. An enticing blend of multi-millionaire and hot-as-hell Wyoming rancher, those that think they know Woolf Jennings admire his abilities to preside as CEO of his family’s cattle and oil empire. But only a privileged few truly understand what fuels the glitter of depravity in those gorgeous blue eyes. Only a few know he’s opened up a sinfully erotic and private sex club named The Wicked Horse right at the base of the beautiful Teton Mountain range.
Sweet Callie Hayes has returned home to Wyoming and is looking forward to starting her life over again. After a night of impetuosity, she’s managed to put herself right in Woolf’s line of sight… the man who she foolishly offered up her virginity to years ago and was flatly turned down.
Now Woolf is seeing that Callie is all grown up and has a kinky side to her that leaves him as confused as it does turned on. Worse yet, both Callie’s dirty desires and sweet heart are getting under his skin, and making Woolf question everything he’s ever believed about himself.
Hot! Also darker and naughtier than Bennett’s usual stories, Wicked Fall was enticing and intriguing as hell!
My Wicked Fall review:
Wicked Fall is a naughty, hot and still quite romantic tale! Bennett managed to have me intrigued and very interested in both Woolf and Callie, and while I don’t see myself ever visiting any kind of sex club, I was quite pleased to be a secondary voyeur at The Wicked Horse! At first, Woolf definitely intimidated me, but he also really intrigued me, as he was both a very savvy business man and cowboy, and at the same time trying to build a kinky empire for those with the same wants and needs as himself and Bridger.
I have to admit that reading about Callie experiencing the sex club for the first time, her reaction to it, and the aftermath was very hot to read about, and somehow, I didn’t even find any of it the least bit shocking. Wicked fall is about more than the club, though, as both Woolf and Callie have somehow lost themselves and need to figure out exactly who they are now, and what they want to do with the rest of their lives. Callie started out as a timid and sheltered young woman, but she had a backbone even at the beginning. Seeing her grow stronger and more confident was a treat, and I loved seeing her stand up to Woolf when he was in protective mode.
Written in dual points of views, one chapter from Woolf’s perspective, the next from Callie’s, Wicked Fall included the inner dialogues from both of the main characters. Also, their interactions, and the way they viewed not only each other but the other characters who were a part of the story as well were so well done. I really look forward to reading more in the Wicked Horse series, because both Cain and Bridger are characters I want to learn more about.
Some of my favorite Wicked Fall quotes:
I just didn’t want it to be my whole life. Like Tenn… I had other desires. Unlike Tenn… mine are a bit darker. A bit more lecherous. They are altogether nasty at times.
No, I don’t want to nibble at life. I want to take a big fucking bite, suck down its juiciness, and swallow it hard with a moan. And in my experience, the best way to do that is through sex. There is nothing more gratifying… nothing that feels as good. It’s intimate, carnal, and liberating. It’s the ultimate high. Add in some kink.
The New Callie is on a mission to figure herself out. So no matter how many times I question my sanity right now, I’m going to keep trying things and testing my boundaries, so I can see just what I have inside of me. I’m not willing to let anyone mold me again, but I have to know exactly what I’m made of so I can mold myself.
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Linda is an English as foreign language teacher and has a Master's degree in English Language and Literature. She's an avid reader, blogger, compulsive one-clicker and a genre omnivore. Ever since she learnt how to read she has been seen with a book or two in her hands everywhere she goes.
Ooooo … I read one of her books and really liked it, but I think I’m going to go for this one next. Darker and naughtier sounds damn good to me! 😀
Darker and naughtier was delicious, Christy 😉
I really love this author but I haven’t heard of this one. But it is always good to read something deep and a bit darker. I see I need to make this one a priority!!
It’s very good, Renee, and if you already enjoy Bennett’s books, I think you’ll love this one as well 🙂
Oh wow a sex club? Sounds like theres a lot of kinky business in this one!
Mhm.. a sex club! And yes, there is definitely kinky business going on, Jeann 😉
I’ll have to check this one out! I have so many of this author’s books and haven’t read any of them, however I’ve heard the writing is good. Good review =)
I have read quite a few books by Bennett, and I have enjoyed them all, Nette 🙂 Thanks for stopping by.
The character interactions sound so well done.
They are, Brandi. And I enjoyed the more risqué aspects of this one, too 🙂
Ooooo, this sounds good! And I’m loving the cover! Great review! And thanks for sharing 🙂
Very good, Cheryl 😉 Thanks for stopping by!
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I am not a huge erotica fan but I do like the sound of this one and I may or may not have been to a sex type club but just the store in the front…maybe 🙂 I like my erotica with a good story and this seems like one that has a good story 🙂
Great review, Lexxie!
Do you mean you’re not sure you’ve been to a sex club, or you’re not sure you want to share? :p I enjoy good stories, and if there is some erotic content too, that’s OK. But there has to be a real story and well-done characters, if not I’m out of there.
Thanks for stopping by, Michelle 🙂
Another winner from Bennett, huh? Hopefully I can knock off a few of her books from my ereaders during COYER. Wicked Fall has me intrigued, especially since you didn’t find any of it shocking. 😉 I like the thought of experiencing a sex club through a newbie like Callie. And I’m curious about Woolf, too. Wicked Fall will go atop my tbr, Lexxie. **BIG HUGS**
I enjoy reading about lost character, and the journey they take to find themselves. Callie sounds like a character that I would enjoy reading about. It’s great that she has a backbone and stands up to Woolf, and makes a great deal of growth as a character! Lovely Review Lexx 🙂