REVIEW::: River Walk Collection by Al Daltrey & Friends
Title: River Walk: Ten Kinky Collaborations
Author: Al Daltrey & Friends
Gina Whitney ~ Lena Black ~ Julie Jaret
Melissa Asleson ~ Rosemary Willhide ~ Noelle Bodhaine
Jen Lassalle Edwards ~ Ali Reynolds ~ Tiffany Huegele ~ Jaycee Daltrey
Genre: Erotica BDSM
Release: June 5, 2015
I was writing a scene in my second novel when I thought uh oh, what if I'm describing this scene the same way that I described a similar scene in my first novel. I needed to ensure I wasn't repeating myself. Which got me mulling….it would be cool to collaborate with female Authors, because each of them would bring something unique to the party. Immediately I thought of those “Duets” albums. You know, Elton John & Friend...s, type of thing.
Imagine – ten incredible female writers, working with me, bringing different stories to life.
If I wrote 10 stories in isolation - I bet they'd be somewhat similar, one to the next. But this way, each writer brings her style, her flare, her talent. And yet, each is interpreting an idea that originated from one single male Author. I haven't seen anything like it. River Walk was born.
The stories are also all tied together, very loosely (intentionally) by the famous River Walk
in San Antonio.
5 of 5 Hearts
When Al Daltrey first told me about the River Walk Collection, I was instantly intrigued. I mean one male author writing alongside 10 very talented female authors, giving the story a males touch and input. Who wouldn’t be dying to read the collaborations? Then to learn Al Daltrey handpicked each female to fit a story he had in mind for them. I won’t lie, I was bouncing with enthusiasm.
Then Al asked me if I would read the stories in advance, I was elated. I think I did a shouty capped “GEMME THEM NOW!!! Please.” LOL. Then my nerves set in. I love Al’s style of writing... what if one of these stories just did not do it for me. I only knew half of the authors that were collaborating with Al. You know how it is. You receive an anthology and there is always one or two stories you are meh about. Could I tell Al I did not feel one of his stories? The answer would’ve been yes. Yes, I could leave a review less than 5 Stars. We are close enough that he would know that if I did not rate a story 5 stars there was a reason.
Well, let me just tell you THAT DID NOT HAPPEN. I devoured these stories in the course of one week. Everyone one I read I would say, “Oh, this one is my favorite!” Every story was unique, hot, and kept me flipping the pages.
There is not one story in the collection that is dry or stale. Each one had a fascinating storyline to go with the kink. That is what sold me. There were meat and potatoes in these stories. Never did I think I just read something like this last week. Every single story grabbed my attention and left me in awe of Al and the ladies.
So, if you are looking for something to get you out of a reading slump or are looking for a 5 STAR read, look no further! Just know you will need another pair of panties after each story. (No lie) Each story is packed with sexy goodness that I guarantee will keep you squirming.
I think there is something for everyone in this collection. Some are dark, some are funny, some are so realistic it could be scary.
Thank you, Al Daltrey for introducing me to 5 new talented authors. And trusting me with your baby. I have watched you put so much time and love into this collection. It shows on each and every page.
I need help begging these authors for more!
ADD THIS BABY TO YOUR TBR LIST.
If you do not wait any spoilers or insight on the stories stop reading now!
The Power of a Woman
by Gina Whitney & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
Author’s Gina Whitney and Al Daltrey start this collection of with a BANG! This story flows beautifully. I swear I thought I was reading pure poetry bliss half the time with the way they describe the lead character Jordana Albanese life. She was strong, independent, yet needed someone to care for her at the same time.
The dark nature of this story set the tone for this story. It kept me glued to the pages wondering what would happen next. Would Jordana accomplish her goals. Would Stefan realize what she was doing? How would he react? I am telling you my mind was going constantly.
I honestly, do not think I have read such a headstrong woman in my life. This heroine would die for her loved ones with her head held high and her dignity intact. She did not have regrets, she rolled with the punches that life threw at her the best she knew how.
“They were profound wounds- scars -on her soul that only she could feel.”
Throughout this story I kept thinking Jordana was one strong a$$ woman. She knew exactly how to handle men. They all have the same weakness… she used this weakness to her advantage.
Jordana never feared for her life. She was always concerned about the ones she loved. To the men this meant she was weak. Oh, did they have it all wrong. I loved when Jordana left men in her wake speechless.
“We were Daddy’s girls. We batted our lashes and gave puppy eyes and angelic smiles. It was something we learned very early on, usually before we walked. Men never caught on. Yet they’re the brains.”
Even her Dom in this story Stefan Giannottis knew that Jordana was a force to be reckoned with! She pushed him as much as he pushed her. I must say, I loved Stefan. Gina and Al weaved him through this story perfectly.
One of my favorite things about this book was the ending when Jordana realizes that there is one thing that she never knew she could feel outside her family. It is such a simple word that had profound meaning in this story.
There is so much more that I want to say but I am afraid I will give things away. I will say that I would love to see Gina Whitney continue this story.
Here is one last quote for you to suck you in.
“When, it feels scary to jump...that’s when you jump. Otherwise you stay in the same spot your whole life.”
SPANKED!
by Lena Black & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
When I heard the title of this story, I must say that was intrigued. Who wouldn’t be right?! What I didn’t expect was how Lena Black and Al Daltrey not only took this title to a whole new level. They wrote a fascinating story that I could picture really happening.
The lead in this story Mila Petrov is a college student drowning in debt. She needs to find a better job and fast before the stress of the situation causes her some major anxiety. A friend mentions to her a pain tolerance study and Mila jumps on the opportunity to make some fast cash.
What Mila didn’t expect was Dr. Landon being absolutely mouthwatering. Her description of Dr. Landson voice and the way he looked had me visualizing one drop dead gorgeous man. I wanted to get lost in his eyes with Mila.
“Ever since our first meeting. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about Dr. Landon, his penetrating eyes, or his strong hands working me over until I’m destroyed. Mentally, physically, emotionally, a fucking wreck.”
Here is where the story really heated up. Dr. Landon is attracted to Mila but kept his communication with her cold and professional. I loved how he would irked Mila with his demeanor. He kept their sessions on schedule and always treated her the same way. Though in my head I had him groaning in a hot British voice. hehe
And Mila’s inner dialog to go along with how he treated her was great. I felt for her when he would come in after the tests were administered and release her. Poor girl.
The ending of this story left me hopeful that Lena might give us more of Mila and Dr. Landon. I sure hope she does. I want inside that man's head!
Hostage Situation
by Julie Jaret & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
From the very first page of this story, Julie Jaret and Al Daltrey had my full attention. I loved the vivid detail, laced with humor. It set the tone perfectly for this story beautifully.
They opened the story up and let us visualize we are in the story with Kate Watson was perfect. I was snickering at poor Kate Watson as she swatted at her alarm while she cursed it.
Kate Watson is like many women, she is stuck in a job she truly doesn’t love, going through the motions day in and day out. She does not see herself as beautiful. Just average. That is until a new security guard starts working at the bank. He grabbed her full attention and she could not get enough of him… Glen Morin.
“The way his baby blue eyes skimmed her body took her breath. It was all she could do to whisper, “Hi,” and continue walking to her station.”
Glen cared for Kate and would do anything to keep her safe. I loved watching how he would work though a situation one minute to ensure they were okay and then the next had Kate panting with need. He was sexy, dominate, and had a sweetness to him that drove her and me wild.
“He opened the side table drawer and produced a small, black satin bag. Dropping the contents into his palm, he showed her two delicate silver flowers with small clips on the back.”
From the moment, Julie and Al get us inside the bank this story becomes nonstop action. I cannot tell you enough how much I enjoyed this story. I was wrapped up in a story so much that I did not realize it was over until the last line was fantastic. Then I sulked because it was over. I wanted more Glen and Kate.
Un-Cashed Cheque
by Melissa Asleson & Al Daltrey
Rating:5 of 5 Hearts
Buckle up and get ready for a cross country trip you will never forget! Author’s Melissa Asleson and Al Daltrey take us on a journey of self discovery. This steamy cross-country road trip was filled with surprises. I loved how they laced the story with realism, humor, and steamy goodness.
Macy has always felt like life just wasn’t how she expected it to be. So, she sets off on a journey. Leaving New York and heading to California. I loved how Macy Knew she needed more and went for it. Yes, her life was good in New York but it did not fulfill her inner desires.
When Macy has a little car trouble and end up in a deadzone I was laughing out loud. This was soooo true. “Welcome to mid-America.” We have so many dead zones here is ins’t even funny.
The way Melissa and Al described the small town was fantastic. I think she described a few auto shops here. But when Macy meets the bossman Roy things really got interesting. He drove her insane with his attitude and she drove him mad with her bossiness and arrogance.
Watching these two banter back and forth was hot! The way Roy asserted his dominance when needed was beautifully laid into the story. It kept Macy and the readers on our toes.
“Oy’s voice lacks empathy, and he just seems annoyed to have to deal with me. It pisses me off that Shane acted like I was a problematic customer. Any grace I was grasping at had slipped away. “I have no idea, not a fucking clue what that means!’’
Oh. But she will soon!
One of my favorite things about this story was how much growth the lead characters had in this story.
The Discover Ring
by Rosemary Willhide & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
From the very first line, this story had my full and undivided attention. Holy hotness Batman! I snuggled into my couch and got comfy. This story was HOT and FUNNY! Two of my favorite things when I am reading.
What I quickly learned was that Author’s Rosemary Willhide and Al Daltrey had written this story in exquisite layers that we slowly peeled back until the true story started to unfold.
Sylvie has everything she thought she every wanted. She is successful, has a charming boyfriend, and two of the best friends any girl could ask for. The problem. Her boyfriend hasn’t proposed to her in six years.
Sylvie is in a rut. One minute she thinks life couldn’t get any better and the next she is questioning if this is truly the life she has always dreamed of.
There are so many things that I want to say about this story and how amazing it is. I am just terrified I will spill the beans on it unfolds. I will leave you with a few quotes that let you get a glimpse of this story.
“Oh yes I did. Come on Andrew, Queeb Latifah will treat you real nice.”
“That’s not the Sylvie I know. The Sylvie I know can make a quick, intelligent decisions in an instant and never second guess herself.”
“Take off everything but your panties. I want to see how gorgeous and perfect you really are.”
“His lips grew more fervent and demanding as he turned me to him and sealed our bodies together. A crackling of heat percolated through my veins.”
Hopefully you will help me beg poor Rosemary for more! This girl needs at least another dare I say 10 chapters! That isn’t too needy is it? There are just so many possibilities with this story. I am dying to see which road she will take.
One Last Cigarette
by Noelle Bodhaine & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Heart
This title alone had the wheels in my head turning. I could not decide how I thought this story would play out. What I didn’t expect was to be snickering one moment at the saucy lead and then groaning the next. The way Noelle Dodhaine and Al Daltrey delivered this story was perfect.
The lead character Jackie had me in stitches with her quick wit. But what intrigued me was her underlying secret. The one she prayed no one would ever know about. I think we all have a few secrets we guard close to our chest afraid people would judge us if they knew about them.
But what happens when life crashes your dream man into you? This is where the story really took off. I was flipping the pages, trying to decide if Jackie would tell her secret to the handsome Tommy Clarke or push him away.
Tommy Clarke left me sighing. He was dominate, smart, and had that sexy Southern charm that no woman can resist. He knew what he wanted and there was no stopping him until he had Jackie.
“Don’t worry about anything but me little nymph. Close your eyes and just listen.”
There were so many times I felt as if I was right there with ‘Jackie, just Jackie’. I could relate to her in many ways. Her day dreaming at work. Who doesn’t every now and then?! Don’t lie. Her having that one person at work that drivers her absolutely bonkers. Yeah. I was snorting at those scenes hard.
I must say, I have never smoked in my life but after reading a certain paragraph in this story I seriously wanted to try it. The description Noelle gives us in this story is fantastic.
Through the Ages
by Jen Lassalle Edwards & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
This story was like nothing I had ever read before. It was a breath of fresh air I tell ya. Jen Lassalle Edwards and Al Daltrey tell a story of an older submissive reminiscing about her past with a nurse.
First off, reading a story about someone older was absolutely fantastic. I loved each story Libby told. Each time I would say “Oh this one is my favorite!” The way Libby told each story like she was there kept me captivated from start to finish. You could get lost with Libby in the scene. Sometimes I was groaning and sometimes I wanted to strangle a Dom. Shhh. I cannot help it. I felt like I was walking right along with Libby.
Another thing I loved about this story was that Jen and Al started at the beginning of Libby’s life as a submissive and showed how she started in the lifestyle. I loved learning how things developed from something so innocent and became something she craved.
“It is very hard to describe what they emanated exactly. The men that I was drawn to had a certain commanding presence about them, as if they were always in control, in charge of the situations, themselves, and others.”
“Of course, I still gasped whenever the thwack sounded and landed, but each time,the temperature between my legs rose, that heightened sensation of wanting to be touched, and aching for release.”
I swear the entire story is filled with sentences like that. This story read so smoothly that I mourned when it was over. I really do hope that Jen thinks about giving us more. The ending of this story had me sighing happily. It was perfect. And I did not predict it, which made it one hundred times better.
First Journey Second Thoughts
by Ali Reynolds and Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
When I learned Ali Reynolds and Al Daltrey were teaming up, I did a little squee! I knew they would write something spectacular. I devoured this story in no time. Messaging Ali like a crazy little addict begging for more. I NEEDED MORE. I was blown away with the detail they had added to this story. Creating a story the readers could get lost in.
This is one of those stories where you talk to the book the entire time you are reading it. Like the characters can hear your chatter and will communicate with you. Please tell me I am not the only person who does this? Lia and I had some great one-sided convos I tell ya.
The lead Lia is gorgeous, vibrant, and is ready to find her someone. She searching for that something more that is missing from her life. She has met a Dom that she feels will help her become what she has always wanted to be. The perfect submissive. All she wants to do is please her Sir.
Getting lost in Lia and her Sir’s kinky fun was a delight. The tests he gave her were not only FUN and HOT they left me squirming. Something that I could see everyday people doing to add a little spice in their life.
Sir molded Lia into the perfect submissive of his dreams. He knew she was the woman for him. Mind. Body. And Soul.
Can I just say I loved the little notes Sir left Lia.
“Lia, I hope you like the pearl thong. I can only imagine how it will look on your sweet, tight ass, and how the pearls running through the lips of your pussy. I assure you, the pearls are water proof.” See that is just a taste of Sir’s love notes.
Lia does everything her Sir asks. She trust him fully. Even if she might not understand why at the time. He is her lover, her friend, and her protector. He nudges her with a gentle push whenever she needs it.
All I can say is read this baby!!! Help me bribe Ali into giving us more.
Three Wishes
by Tiffany Huegele & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
Oh, how I loved this story. I knew from the moment I learned Tiffany Huegele and Al Daltrey were teaming up this story would be something for the records books. And let me tell you, I was not wrong. This description in this story was fantastic. Truly a work of art.
I love how this story just flowed, I was wrapped up the in the world of Amelia and Johnnie from start to finish. You would have thought this story was a full novel the way it played out.
Johnnie and Amelia are not only husband and wife they are Dom/sub. And Tiffany and Al did a superb job at letting the reader get a feel for both worlds the couple lived in. How one could affect the other if they were not careful. But also how tight the two's bond was and how it might stretch but then pull back even tighter.
So when Amelia’s Dom gives her Three Wishes with no repercussions she is shocked and intrigued with the possibilities. And let me tell you! The way the scene’s were described were so vivid it was more like a picture book. I could see the scenes unfold right before my eyes. Talk about squirming as you read!
‘“Don’t stop, please.” I wasn’t above begging. It wouldn’t be the first time, and it certainly won’t be the last. My desperate plea to him was received with a simple chuckle. He loved to tease me.”
Let me just say WISH THREE is my favorite! Talk about having your senses pushed to the max! I loved it!
I hope that one day Tiffany and Al might give us more of this story. I wonder if puppy dog eyes might do the trick.
Love's Notion
by Jaycee & Al Daltrey
Rating: 5 of 5 Hearts
You have no idea how excited that we were getting a story by Jaycee and Al Daltrey. I have had the pleasure of knowing them both for some time now. I knew the collaboration would be AMAZING!
Jaycee writes like a seasoned pro, setting up each scene beautifully. I loved how she gave the lead sass and spunk weaved in some insecurity that all women feel. Vivian’s inner dialog was great. She was extremely realistic and full of life.
I would laugh each time she would scold herself.
Vivian Johanson dreamed about the what ifs on her way home back to Austin. She wondered if she would see her childhood friends. What she didn’t expect was to become a mini stalker of man she once knew. I was rolling at her ‘Should I. No no I shouldn’t!,’ Causing this to be another story I was babbling away to as I read. I just know Vivie and I would be great BFFs. hehe
You want to know what is a great distraction from all this? A hot masseuse named Salina. Vivian’s inner turmoil on whether or not she should pursue Salina had me smiling. Salina was HOT!
“Salina sent me a text letting me know what time to arrive and her home address. She also asked if I would like to go for a light dinner afterward. I told her yes. After all, if our session was a disaster I could feign an illness and excuse myself.”
Not gonna lie, I was praying the situation went really well. (Has no shame!)
Then Vivian would meet up with Marc Tullford and I would be rooting for him. Scolding Vivian when she didn’t do as, I wanted her to!
“I wasn’t sure what to do next. Me, standing there in front of this package of perfection and felt completely dumbfounded. I just wanted to talk to him.”
Jaycee I really would love to see more of this story! Your ending was PERFECT!
By day I work in Marketing, which
involves a fair amount of writing. Therefore, I never really had an interest to
write for pleasure. When you do it all day, the last thing you want to do when
you get home, is more writing. All the while, as my career progressed, so did
my involvement in the BDSM lifestyle.
This interest in kinky sex
started in my University years. Like most men, I loved meeting women, and
especially the occasional one who didn't mind being tied up, or blindfolded, or
spanked. All sex was great, but kinky sex was more exciting, more exhilarating,
and more fulfilling.
Over the years I was lucky enough
to meet my fair share of submissive women. And don't for a minute think these
women were weak. Outside the bedroom they were confident, opinionated,
gregarious and self-assured. However, inside the bedroom (so to speak) they
wanted to feel the strong firm hand of a dominant man taking complete control.
Eventually I found the perfect
partner, and am happily in a relationship.
One day, I flipped my laptop
open, and to my surprise - I had an urge to write a BDSM story. Soon I had 20
pages, then 40, then 60. The novel that resulted was 'Testing the Submissive'.
The response was overwhelmingly positive, and the reviews excellent - all
of which motivated me to continue writing. 'A Condo with Two Views' is my
second full length novel, with other projects in the works. If you decide to
give any of my writing a try, I hope you enjoy it!
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She's published four novels so far. Blood Ties(PNR), Beautiful Lies, Saving Abel, Forgiving Gia and soon Luca. When she's not writing, you can find her with friends and family. She resides in Massapequa, NY with her two beautiful boys. Reading has always been a passion and obsession of hers. You can usually find her typing furiously while shouting obscenities over her latest WIP. Her guilty pleasures are: a good laugh, being snarky, espresso, Pistachio ice-cream, alternative music, sunflower seeds, I.P.A's, twizzlers, and above all steamy swooning angst filled novels. She's pathologically obsessed with anything to do with royals, Games of Thrones, White Queen, Vampire Diaries, Resurrection, SOA, The Vikings and The Originals. If you'd like to chat, hit her up on Facebook or Twitter.
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Lena Black is a former Medical Assistant living in Los Angeles. She is a daughter, sister, and future Mrs. Lena was introduced to books for leisure at a young age by her short stories, with aspirations of penning a novel someday. She was finally mother and grandmother's love of the written word. Lena started out writing working on the last book in the Dominant Series, A Dominant Salvation, along
inspired to do so after she read a certain risqué series. Lena is currently with the following books to be released in June.
Julie Jaret is an American screenwriter with one feature film produced and some others on deck. Her alter-ego needed an outlet, so here we are.
Julie lives in the southeast U.S. with her sexy and supportive husband, two funny and beautiful kids, and one big doofus of a dog. She enjoys living vicariously through her fictional characters, often to the point of distraction... (Luckily, her hubby and kids know not to expect dinner at a certain time. Or at all.)
Rosemary grew up in Pennsylvania, one of six children. Her parents, Charles and Dorothy, always supported all her creative endeavors, from acting to singing to Erotic Novelist. Yes, they are super cool.
She's been living in Las Vegas for over eighteen years with her husband Bill Johnson and their rescued pooch Harley.
In addition to writing she also teaches ten fitness classes a week. Her limited spare time is usually spent at home with her hubby enjoying a home cooked, healthy meal and all things HBO and Netflix. When she ventures out to a restaurant she normally splurges on her favorite dish, Mac and Cheese. It's just like Nia says in, Running Away to Home, "Sometimes it's good to be bad!"
Noelle Bodhaine is a shy girl who loves all things
creative and solitary: gardening, books, movies, music, cooking and art. A
History buff of epic proportions, obsessed with all things ancient. She is a
lover of old movies and true gentlemen. A tragic romantic she swoons for Mr.
Darcy, longs for Cary Grant and lusts after Jax Teller. By day you may find her
tapping furiously on her laptop with a sly grin on her face, usually at a
playground or sitting by the pool. By night she taps away in her bed while watching
Netflix and surfing for inspiration. Her mind is currently occupied by so many
leading men and amazing women, they are sure to keep her busy for the
foreseeable future.
JLE is a Cajun girl from Louisiana who now resides in Colorado with a husband and a furry menagerie. While attending college, JLE majored in Biological Sciences, Civil Engineering, English Literature and Respiratory Therapy/Cardiopulmonary Science. Constantly changing interests, she still does not know what she wants to be when she grows up, mainly because she refuses to ever become a stagnant adult. She believes in living life to the absolute fullest.
In JLE’s pursuit of an abundant life of adventure, she has spent time as a burlesque performer, a roller derby referee, a bartender in the French Quarter, writing for a music site in New Orleans, and currently is an amateur fitness competitor. She has a penchant for all things that sparkle, and on a completely different note, is a self-professed food whore. However, one interest has never faltered through the years, daydreaming and penning those warped thoughts to paper.
Now, you can also enjoy as she reveals all of those deviant fantasies that play in her head daily.
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Family first always. If I'm not with my family or at work, you can probably find me behind the screen of my Kindle. I love to escape into the world of a book!
Three Wishes is my first crack at writing. Prior to being invited to be a part of the River Walk Collection I had never even so much as entertained the thought of writing anything really. It was great fun! Who knows what the future holds in that!
My passion for the Indie community pulses through my veins. Even if I never write another solitary word to be published I will still be a part of this amazing community. Put me behind the scenes blogging, promoting, creating covers and teasers and I am a happy girl!
Huge thanks to Author Al Daltrey for having me as part of this collection. Thanks for your encouragement along the way as well as your friendship. To all the other authors I had the pleasure of working with during this project- Thank You!
My passion for the Indie community pulses through my veins. Even if I never write another solitary word to be published I will still be a part of this amazing community. Put me behind the scenes blogging, promoting, creating covers and teasers and I am a happy girl!
Huge thanks to Author Al Daltrey for having me as part of this collection. Thanks for your encouragement along the way as well as your friendship. To all the other authors I had the pleasure of working with during this project- Thank You!
I am a mom first and foremost of two wonderful children. Although I don't see them often, I normally talk to them both everyday. I live in NC with my mom and what used to be my dog, but is now her dog. I like to say that I take care of her, but I think we take care of each other. In the real world, I am a RN, but am taking a hiatus trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. Hopefully it will be an Author full time. I have always been a people person and love to talk; so feel free to contact me to talk about anything from Supernatural to music to books or whatever interests you. I'm looking forward to this experience and all that it entails. Ali
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