3.5 stars

I enjoy reading about taboo relationships, and entering into a D/s relationship with a sister’s ex certainly fit the bill. The premise of this story hooked me from the start and I thought I was in store for one hell of a ride. But unfortunately after a while, the ride just sort of meandered before it finally drifted into the station.

Chloe knew she wanted to explore her submissive nature, and who better to do so with than someone she liked and trusted? Simon was Chloe’s sister’s ex-boyfriend, whose relationship ended when Simon’s introduction of kink into their relationship was not well received. Dubbing it as “abuse”, Chloe’s sister ended the romance. Unable to forget Simon and knowing that she needed Simon’s brand of dominance, Chloe approaches Simon to train her as a sub.

For Simon, once he begins to see Chloe as a sub, he can’t get her out of his mind. He is caring, compassionate, strict and the perfect Dom. The sex is scorching and intimate and quite frequent. But when Simon realizes how ideal Chloe is for him, he knows that their temporary arrangement needs to end as soon as possible before he gets too attached to a woman he can’t have. Her family will never accept their relationship. So, even as they fall deeper in love with one another, Simon steels himself to be able to hand her off to another Dom.

What. The. Hell.

This was not a Romeo and Juliet situation. These were two grown and consenting adults that were willing to throw away a relationship that they both desired and needed, simply to keep familial peace. This was martyrdom at its finest where a Dom was willing to train a sub to please him and need him, and then hand her off because it what was what was best for everyone. It was frustrating to me to read this about two characters I liked and I just wanted to smack some sense into them.

Crave Me was an entertaining book and completely erotic. But I don’t feel that it covered any new territory for me. Perhaps I thought more of the story would be about Simon not knowing who his sub really was and her identity being a secret, which would have added a twist. Instead this was a decent BDSM story with likeable characters and a lot of kink. But for me, it just didn’t bring anything new to the table.

It's been a while since I've read a book with BDSM elements to it. That particular trope got so much attention for a while, and I was completely burnt out on any storyline that I came across. This was a bit different from everything I've read in the past and I liked it.

Chloe has been in love with Simon from the moment she saw him. Unfortunately he only had eyes for her sister. So she settled on a friendship instead. 3 years after things ended for Simon and her Sister, Chloe decides to go after what she wants. She can be the woman Simon needs both in and out of the bedroom. Chloe certainly knows what she wants in the book. She's even willing to try and trick Simon into physical contact. This part seemed a bit childish to me.

Simon resists at pretty much every turn when it comes to Chloe. He has a good reason to do so. His past with her sister, and hesitation about whether he is right for her is constantly running through his mind. It's only when Chloe puts herself in a dangerous situation (again that seemed childish to me) that he relents and agrees to train her in the art of submission, but only for 30 days.

It didn't take long for these two to get together. Simon was pretty detached throughout most of the book and Chloe just didn't seem to be able to speak up and say what she wanted from him. Both of these characters actions showed that they were a match, their words were always opposite. This book certainly does what it's supposed to to. It gets you a little hot under the collar with the D/s element in the sex.

Things really clicked for me with this book when Simon thawed out a bit and realized Chloe was genuine with her desires and attraction to him. This is a very quick read, which was nice because it kept my attention. The conflict in this book was something I've never come across before so it was interesting to see how Simon being previously involved with the sister played out. I liked the story and I believe this is a second book in a series so I'll be picking up the first. 3.5 stars.

This book was wicked hot. I'm in love with Lynn's characters and storylines. She is quickly becoming one of my go-to authors. I haven't read the other books in this series, but I will make sure to place them high on my to be read list!

Note, I did receive an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

4.5 stars!

I’ve read quite a few BDSM romances, so when I saw this one I immediately wanted to pick it up. I love storylines where the hero doesn’t notice the heroine until that one thing happens and changes everything. Stacey Lynn does a great job of that in <i>Crave Me</i>, and I’m looking forward to more in the Luminous series.

Drama, drama, drama!

Chloe sees Simon one night and is immediately attracted to him. Unfortunately for her, however, Simon’s eye lands on her sister instead. Chloe’s been half in love with him since, and when his sexual proclivities come out and his relationship with her sister ends, Chloe’s even more intrigued. She shows a lot of courage in taking control of her desires and putting herself out there, and I adored her.

Seth is a dominant, but he’s been denying the connection when Chloe makes a move on him. The last thing he needs is to be caught up in his ex’s sister. But Chloe shows innocence in her submission, and it grabs his attention. Is he willing to risk it for a taste of her?

Gosh, this story has some sexy scenes! The BDSM was well portrayed, and it was H.O.T—HOT! There was an interesting turn towards the middle that I wish had more page time too. It definitely caught my attention and gave it a twist.

Now, could there have been a bit more one-on-one development not around submission? Sure. But I felt the intimate scenes developed trust a little quicker and amps up this insane tension.

Crave Me is an intense story that asks what happens when you crave something you

This was quite an interesting read if the readers are into BDSM. It's well written where limits are pushed but just enough. This 4 star story was quite entertaining, to say the least.

Simon needs to stay away from Chloe. They have a past that if they were to be together might complicate things. Chloe wants to be a submissive and wants Simon to dominate her. Eventually he will, but lines will be become blurry.

I love everything this author writes but BDSM is not my favourite thing to read. But when it's coupled with a love story, I'll go with it. Great characters. This is mostly an erotic story. There were quite a bit of steamy scenes that lit up like fireworks on a Fourth of July.

This is the second story in the Luminous series. It can safely be read as a standalone .

Chloe has had a crush on Simon from the first time she first saw him. Unfortunately he went after her sister instead of her. That relationship had run it's course. Now, she is bound and determined to go after what she wants in her life and that's Dominate Simon.

Simon is a teacher and coaches the school hockey team. He's gotten things sorted and is looking for the right woman to fit the mold of what he thinks he needs. He thought that was Chloe's sister, Cassie, but when he introduced her to his kinkier side, she screamed abuse, and ended everything. Since Cassie, Simon has entertained subs at the club Luminous that he frequents. They have been ok rendezvous but no one has caught his eye beyond that night. Out of the blue, Chloe approaches Simon asking for submissive training. He thinks she's pulling a prank and tells her hell no.

Six months later, Chloe is shaken up after a scene at Luminous that a sadistic Dom hurt her, and Simon rescues her from. Before he knows it, he's offering to train her himself for one month and then help her find a proper Dom. He knows she's attracted to him, and he knows he's playing with fire, but he's not been able to get Chloe out of his head for six months! Maybe this will do the trick! He thinks he's doing the right thing though-even though this situation has red flags flying all over it!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Just as good as book one in the Luminous series, Dominate Me, Crave Me is written in the same manner. The BDSM is of the lighter variety so if that scares you, there is nothing to fear within this book! Simon is just the right mix of sweet and dominating. Chloe has no problem distinguishing the two and reacts beautifully to Simon's training. Simon realizes Chloe just wants to feel worshipped so he centers on lots of attention, talking, touching, and of course, feeling. Whew! Chloe was a goner! But Simon was a goner too! Chloe was just the right mix of submissive and sass that Simon didn't know he needed much less wanted! He liked her spunk and wanted her to sass him. I loved how she didn't realize he was wrapped around her finger-but he was! Simon was surprised by his revelation that Chloe really was his everything woman.

"She’d stolen my heart when I wasn’t looking."

That sums up the way the book went and I loved it! He just wanted to "be" with her. She was a strong woman with her own business and set of responsibilities, and I liked that Simon wasn't trying to change her in any way. Chloe was Chloe, and she was vastly different from her sister. Their relationship was evolving into more that just bedroom time-although I think I would've liked to witness more of that kind of time. Maybe a few dates, or dinner out, movies, or just watching TV. I think I would've enjoyed an epilogue showing her moved in, and what a typical day for the couple was.

I highly recommend Crave Me! Grab it now!! I hope Stacey gives the Luminous series a story on Dominant Bennett. Oh and while your at it, a prequel featuring Master Dylan and his slave, Gabby too! Thanks!

reviewed by Deb

I will admit that I am a huge addict when it comes to forbidden love stories. It doesn't matter what the story is really, if it is at all forbidden the chances are I am going to want to read it. I was really excited to read this one though, and it was everything I was hoping for and more. Crave Me is definitely my favorite of the books I have read from Stacey Lynn, and one I recommend to fans of erotic romance.

Chloe knows what she wants and is looking for the perfect Dom to help fulfill all of her desires. The man she really wants is her sister's ex-boyfriend, but she knows that he is the perfect man for her and has dreamed of Simon since she met him. While Chloe's sister wanted nothing to do with the BDSM lifestyle, both Simon and Chloe know that it is the life for them. But can they possibly have something lasting when they know that her family will never approve of them being together?

I really liked these two. They were a perfect match for one another, fulfilling each other's desires and needs without judgment. Simon was commanding and sexy, without being a jerk. He was kind and caring, and really did a great job of introducing Chloe to the lifestyle. Chloe was smart and strong and just feisty enough to make her submission that much sweeter for Simon. She was such a great heroine and I instantly liked her. These two were super sexy together, but it was so much deeper than that and I loved every bit of it.

Overall, this was a really great story. If you are a fan of BDSM and forbidden romance stories, this is one I recommend giving a shot. It was sexy and sweet, and just a great all around book. Simon and Chloe are easy to like and I was captivated with them the entire way through. I can't wait to read more from Stacey Lynn.

if chloe is being honest, she's always wanted simon. but he wanted her sister cassie first. and when his relationship with cassie ended badly, in part due to his need to dominate in the bedroom, there was no way that chloe thought she'd be able to attract his attention.

but when she encounters him at a masked ball as crave me opens she sees her one chance. and she dares him to kiss her. simon is intrigued until he realizes exactly who she is. and then he is horrified. he thinks it's a sick joke. things with cassie ended badly. and he's convinced that her whole family hates him and chloe is just playing some psychotic mind game.

but he can't get her out of his mind. that one taste, there was so much possibility there. six months later he's at luminous, an exclusive kink club that he belongs to in order to take the edge off. nothing has tempted him since chloe, but he's also aching for some release. the last thing he's expecting is to hear his name called out in a panic.

when he realizes it's chloe and she's been caught up in a scene that's gone too far, he feels conflicted. he's angry and upset that someone would have abused their power that way. he also feels responsible, because if he had agreed to teach chloe months ago, perhaps she wouldn't have found herself in this situation. and he also realizes that she means something to him.

he reluctantly agrees to train her as a submissive. he wants to give her the tools to manage the lifestyle. and the thing is, the way they are together is everything. chloe turns out to be the exact submissive simon's dominant heart was looking for. once he figures out what really makes her tick he knows that she is the one for him. but he believes that given his history with her family that there is no way forward for them. no matter how tempted he is to ask for more. but chloe wants more too.

and even as her family acts out in ways that confirm simon's belief, she still wants him. and so the real question is, will either of them take the leap of faith that their connection is meant to last, that the way they are together is perfect, that what they have is something real and strong enough to withstand disapproval?

A sensual exploration of BDSM, an unorthodox second-chance romance and a sweet against-all-odds love story, all rolled into one! There was just something about Chloe and Simon that attached them to my heart early on in the book. They both had their scars and yearned for the forbidden ... and luckily were strong enough to let themselves reach for it! Really enjoyed their story.

Chloe Reynolds yearns to submit herself, body and soul, to the one man that she has always wanted. Yes, he's off-limits ... yes, he'd have rejected her if he'd known who she was before she kissed him ... yes, her family will never be the same again if she moves forward with her desire ... but she can't live with denying herself her completion anymore. Years passing hasn't waned her love.

Being a dominant cost Simon Delgado his first love ... Chloe's sister. When a masked woman kisses him and blows his mind, he is horrified to realize that it's Chloe. He can't touch her ... she's Cassie's sister! He runs as fast as he can in the other direction! As months pass and he can't get that kiss or Chloe out of his mind, he realizes when he runs into her again at the club that fate is stepping in whether he likes it or not. He will train her ... for one month ... and then walk away.

Chloe has had a crush on Simon from the first time she first saw him. Unfortunately he went after her sister instead of her. That relationship had run it's course. Now, she is bound and determined to go after what she wants in her life and that's Dominate Simon.

Simon is a teacher and coaches the school hockey team. He's gotten things sorted and is looking for the right woman to fit the mold of what he thinks he needs. He thought that was Chloe's sister, Cassie, but when he introduced her to his kinkier side, she screamed abuse, and ended everything. Since Cassie, Simon has entertained subs at the club Luminous that he frequents.  They have been ok rendezvous but no one has caught his eye beyond that night. Out of the blue, Chloe approaches Simon asking for submissive training. He thinks she's pulling a prank and tells her hell no.

Six months later, Chloe is shaken up after a scene at Luminous that a sadistic Dom hurt her, and Simon rescues her from. Before he knows it, he's offering to train her himself for one month and then help her find a proper Dom. He knows she's attracted to him, and he knows he's playing with fire, but he's not been able to get Chloe out of his head for six months! Maybe this will do the trick! He thinks he's doing the right thing though-even though this situation has red flags flying all over it!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book!  Just as good as book one in the Luminous series, Dominate Me, Crave Me is written in the same manner.  The BDSM is of the lighter variety so if that scares you, there is nothing to fear within this book! Simon is just the right mix of sweet and dominating.  Chloe has no problem distinguishing the two and reacts beautifully to Simon's training. Simon realizes Chloe just wants to feel worshipped so he centers on lots of attention, talking, touching, and of course, feeling. Whew! Chloe was a goner! But Simon was a goner too! Chloe was just the right mix of submissive and sass that Simon didn't know he needed much less wanted!  He liked her spunk and wanted her to sass him.  I loved how she didn't realize he was wrapped around her finger-but he was! Simon was surprised by his revelation that Chloe really was his everything woman.

"She’d stolen my heart when I wasn’t looking."

That sums up the way the book went and I loved it! He just wanted to "be" with her. She was a strong woman with her own business and set of responsibilities, and I liked that Simon wasn't trying to change her in any way. Chloe was Chloe, and she was vastly different from her sister. Their relationship was evolving into more that just bedroom time-although I think I would've liked to witness more of that kind of time. Maybe a few dates, or dinner out, movies, or just watching TV.  I think I would've enjoyed an epilogue showing her moved in, and what a typical day for the couple was.

I highly recommend Crave Me! Grab it now!! I hope Stacey gives the Luminous series a story on Dominant Bennett. Oh and while your at it, a prequel featuring Master Dylan and his slave, Gabby too! Thanks!!

5 Stars/4 Flames
This book was gifted to me for an honest review.  The review and ratings are solely my opinions.

Crave me is a great love story Between Chloe and her sisters ex-boyfriend Simon. It is a story with interesting plot and great characters. Simon has been hurt by Chloe's sister and is logging to combine His intimate life with His personal life. When Chloe are suddenly appears and His life he is not willing to risk it for her. Chloe has been secretly in love with Simon for a long time, but when she proposes a D / s relationship he turns her down. She is ready to move on so she pick unknowingly the same club as Simon goes. They have one night with a bad experience and Link Them Simon offers her this was her house training. But the feelings are getting stronger and there is of course Chloe's family Consider this. I usually do not pick a book with BDMSA theme Because I'm not, and the scene but Because of the author (I liked her previous work) I give it a try and I am glad I was not disappointed. It is a really good book with great story. Simon teacher is patient and does not want to be Involved with Chloe but and the end she turns out to be a perfect woman for him. She is everything he wished That and a future wife. Chloe is Also great character with strong personality with Sass But Also Committed to Simon she and Will to everything he wishes, just like a good sub do. Their chemistry and learning D / s is hot and scenes are great DESCRIBED.
I volunteered to review an ARC of this book for Netgelly

This was an interesting and steamy read! The hero did not want to enter into a relationship but the heroine convinced him. Very erotic!

Great story with a nice set up and great character development.I just feel that their story needed something to make me fall hard for them.I didn't like it but I didn't dislike it either

The heroine goes to the hero to ask him to be her Dom, but he is her sister's ex, and because of the circumstances surrounding their breakup, he says no. The hero ends up saving her from a bad experience and decides to become her Dom for a month, training her, to keep her safe, and to find her a Dom. They have a history and she has always had strong feelings for him, but he was in love with her sister. Both want and need this type of sexual relationship. One month, despite intentions, turns into forever. They have to work through her family, his issues and her feelings, in order to finally get their happy ending. They get their HEA. The sex scenes in this book were seriously hot. This book hooked me from the start and I couldn't put it down. My only issue was with Cassie, the sister. I couldn't stand her. This was a good read. I look forward to Bennett's story and seeing the kind of woman he finds.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.

Crave Me had me craving for every single written word. Stacey Lynn is amazingly talented in her storytelling capability. This book drew me in and held me there until the very end.

Chloe is attracted to her older sister's ex; and she wants him to bring her into the BDSM lifestyle but Simon isn't ready to do that, especially after the way her sister treated him. When Chole and Simon decide to see what happens, Simon doesn't expect to feel the way he does about Chloe...but should he make this situation permanent?
A steamy read that had me rooting for them!

Luminous is a great series to read if you want to end up hot and bothered. My husband enjoys reaping the benefits of me reading them that's for sure.
Crave me is Simon and Chloe's story. I actually snorted a little when Simon told Chloe that he would train her to be a sub and help her find the perfect Dom for her when 30 days were over. Yeah right, we all know how well that always goes. Although this time they did have Chloe's whole family against them before they even got started, so there definitely was a challenge issued there.
Crave Me could be read as a stand alone. However this series is a connecting series so if you want to get to know the characters and what their stories are all about, then might want to read Dominate Me first.

I am in love with the Luminous series but Simon and Chloe's story is my favorite so far. Simon is the true definition of a Dom. He is confident and strong. His sex appeal pours off of him. Chloe has had a crush on Simon since the first time she laid eyes on him. Now she wants him to train her to be the submissive she has always wanted to be.

I loved this book. I loved the white hot chemistry between Simon and Chloe. I was hooked from the start. Simon made me want to drop to my knees and kneel. His confidence and dominant side was powerful and oh so sexy. I loved ever single word. The words will draw you in and hold on to your heart! This book was exquisitely written and I cannot wait to read the next book! Fantastic HEA! Fantastic storyline! 6 stars!!!

I am a huge Stacey Lynn fan. I am not a fan of sister's ex-boyfriend or BDSM. Two huge strikes against this book, so I DNF it.

Returning to Club Luminous this book centers on Chloe and Simon. Chloe has had a thing for Simon since he dated her sister, a relationship that went very wrong. Simon is a Dom, when Chloe approaches him at a party to ask him to train her, he flat out turns her down, wanting nothing to do with her (so her tells himself) too many bad memories because of her sister.
Six months later Simon is at the club, he hasn't been there for a while. Chloe has been on his mind.
Meanwhile Chloe has joined Luminous in hopes of finding herself as a submissive and maybe even a Dom. Even though her heart is still stuck on Simon. When screams come from a room, they send Simon running, opening the door is a beaten Chloe. Dylan is close behind subduing the Dom she was playing with while Simon tends to Chloe. He decided that night to make Chloe a deal, he'll train her for a month, help her find a Dom and then he's done. Chloe agrees but it pains her heart as well.
Chloe and Simon are a great match. She's intelligent, sassy and fun. Simon waffles between his Dom side and his kind, nurturing side. But he does love Chloe and he loves hard.
Over half the book had D/s scenes in it, that were very mild. There wasn't anything offensive or dark. it is a story about two people finding level ground in a relationship. Chloe was constant. Simon waffled with her and had me clenching my teeth at times, but I liked him. These are two very likable people.
This is a great read, great storyline and another stellar book from Stacey!!!


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