This was an entertaining read with plenty of steam. Tori is a very proper judge in her early 40s. She's got the conservative suits, the low-key bun, and the comfortable relationship with an older man. But she has started to yearn for something more exciting. Her friend suggests a visit to a super-secret kink club, where Tori encounters a man who finally makes her feel desire. Little does she know (but we do, so it's not a spoiler) that he's Ian, the younger barrister who's been flirting with her in court. Ian knows this might be his one chance to win over the beguiling Tori, but he doesn't want to reveal his identity and scare her away.

Two things that made me uncomfortable, and for which I took off 1/2 star: the club is vaguely African-themed, with rooms named for safari, jambo, etc. It felt kind of like cultural appropriation, since these are elite, white, British people playing at being in Africa. Also, Allure hits the "slave" theme pretty hard, which I know is common in BDSM, but it hit with a clanging note in these times.

Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for the ARC to review.

I didn't care for this title. It just didn't capture my interest or drag me into it's world. I was just bored at times and I didn't fall in love with the characters. It just ended up being a really tough read.

I really liked this book. I had issues at the start. Where it seemed to just take a bit to get going. But once I got into it I really loved it.

It had so much of that just good sexy time. And the characters were so well written and relatable.

I loved the bit of mystery that came with this sort of story too. And club with masks was such a brilliant idea. And I loved guessing who some people could be.

I totally had one of the big shocks pegged from the start. And they pay off to that was so fun and infuriating all at the same time. Because gahhh! He was such a terrible persona haha.

But if tpurenlooking for a fun book with just the tight amount of kink and sext time this book is for you. With strong leading characters. And a bit of fun and mystery thrown in to boot. You can't go wrong.

I give Seduced
⭐⭐⭐⭐4 STARS⭐⭐⭐⭐

This book had its ups and downs for me. The best part of the book was Ian King...he was all that a sexy, confident hero should be. He is the reason that I kept turning the pages. The most annoying part of the story is Tori mentioning her age every page. I just didn't get it. Her and Ian weren't even 10 years apart.
Thank you Netgalley and Entangled Publishing, LLC for the advanced copy. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This was an okay read for me and It did take a few tries to get to the story. Once I got into it, it was a fun read. It was steamy that is for sure and dabbles into the BDSM world, and how love is viewed. The writing and pacing were great and kept my interest piqued. It did try to deal with sexual exploration and it was pretty interesting to see the relationship develop between a judge and the barrister - age gap and positions of power.

Victoria is smart and successful and she has put her career first for so many years to attain the status of her present position in the court, as a presiding Judge. Victoria wants to explore her sexuality and realizes she wants to explore that side of herself. Invited to a BDSM club- Victoria gets that chance. She is a cougar on the loose!

Unknown to her, an attorney who frequents her court is also is attending Club Exotica. He has a thing for the refined Judge and is almost resigned to the fact he won't have a chance to pursue a relationship with her. But one night, he meets Candy who reminds him of a lot of a certain Judge he knows...

Will Victoria and Ian be able to explore their desires? Get ready to be thrilled if you like it hot!!!

I would rate this book a 3 out of 5 stars. I had a harder time getting into this book. I also didn't quite relate to Victoria as a character overall. She had a lot of insecurities about her age. I feel like it would have been better if she just owned up to her age and accepted it. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. #NetGalley

This was an ok book, with a nice story that was interesting and kept me going on a fast pace. I really disliked the ex charachter, as I believe it lacked credibility.

All in all a good, entertaining read.

I did not know what to think at first. It was a slow start. It did take a while for the story to unfold and to be honest, it was a little boring. I did stick it out and it was good by the Middle of the book. Ian is a sweet and strong alpha male. He is what he is and he knows what he wants. Tori is a little annoying and doesn't get it as quickly as i think she should. Age is just a number and Tori doesn't see it that way. She is self conscious and worries about what people see and think. She comes out of her shell and the ending has me wanting to know Fletcher more. He has such a small part in this book, but damn if it wasn't so good!! I would have given this read 4 stars had it not been so slow to start.

I received this ARC from the publisher at my request. The opinions written are solely my own. Thank you Net Galley!

Thank you to Rock Star Book Tours and Entangled Publishing for providing me with a copy to review. This has in no way affected my review.

TW/CW: Sexual assault/attempted rape, stalking, cheating

Review:
I was intrigued by reading this one due to the synopsis. The idea of the novel taking place (at least at part) in a sex club sounded like such a fun and sexy setting…and it definitely delivered.

I think the strength of this book was the balance between the sex scenes with an interesting plot and great use of pacing. I wasn’t too bored waiting for the steamy scenes and enjoyed getting time to watch the couple grow.

I enjoyed that this story followed an older protagonist. I thought it had a strong message showing that people of any age could embrace their sexuality and explore their carnal desires. Tori is a strong judge of the court who has been told to cover her body and was in a long-term unsatisfying sexual relationship and over the course of this book, develops into someone confident with her sexuality exploring various types of kinky sex.

Ian, our main love interest was described to be incredibly swoony. His banter early in the novel and his dirty talk during the sex scenes are pretty solid. He doesn’t have the best dirty talk I’ve read, but it’s definitely sexy. I didn’t like that he became slightly possessive towards the end, I get he wanted exclusivity when others were flirting with Tori, but still not my thing. That being said, I can feel how some readers will find it appealing that he wants the monogamy and is willing to show that alpha male side.

I liked the juxtaposition between Rupert and Ian. Rupert is described as a stuffy aristocrat, who digs lights off missionary position. Ian, on the other hand, is bold enough to banter and flirt with the judge in court and begins to consume Tori’s thoughts.

Also, getting chapters from Tori’s and Ian’s POV was a great way to help develop the couple and getting both their thoughts helped add to the sexual tension and satisfaction of the sex scenes.

What I didn’t like was Rupert’s apparent character change after his break up with Tori. Tori discovers some secrets about Rupert and is confronted with the fact that despite their long friendship, she doesn’t know him as well as she thought. I also really didn’t like the fact that Rupert deceived Tori and attempted to sexually assault her. I can understand the author’s reasoning for having Rupert becoming more possessive and struggling with the breakup. I can even be okay with him trying to force Tori into his sexual proclivities once the cat was out of the bag and even convince himself that he can help her find desires she didn’t know she had. But I just felt a bit squeamish that he violated her space (her home) and tried to assault her and then lied about it and threatened her. I’ve read other romance books that have an ex-lover assault plot before, but it felt really out of place here.

Final Thoughts:
Overall, this was a fun, sexy romance that is tame enough for those wanting to dabble in BDSM romance, but still steamy enough for veteran romance readers. Ian is added to the list of sexy book lovers that make us all wish we can make characters real, without going too far into the pretentious douche side of things. This was also a super-fast read! I was able to finish this one in a few hours over a couple of sittings. If you’re looking for a sexy romance, this is definitely one to consider!

Every woman has an little part of them longing to be seduced and adored. This is the perfect novel for those deeply intrigued into erotica. Perfect outlet for those who don’t receive their desires in the bedroom. Definitely a must read in all regards.

Kate Allure is a new author for me so Seduced is the first book of hers that I have read. The story started out a bit slow for me. It seemed to take a while to build up to the actual story of Victoria finding herself and embracing the sexual being she has known was inside her. I loved the secret erotica club and how it was set up. I've read plenty of books that involve fetish clubs and this one was unique in its way of secrecy. I would definitely recommend this book to friends.

Wow, this is the first time I have read this author and I can say i enjoyed this story, it is an erotica novel but done in good taste, i look forward to reading more from her.

I received a copy from Netgalley and I am voluntarily leaving my own honest opinion

A very steamy romance story. Victoria is a strait laced British Judge who is stuck in a rut. Ian is an up and coming young lawyer who is infatuated with the Judge. Their world collides when Vic goes to a sex club with her best girlfriend. The story explores what happens when you find your inner fire. It involves exploration of your sexuality and life. Vic makes some shocking discoveries that upends everything she has ever known. It is an intense story that looks at the difference in the way men and women view sexuality. It shows how much a person will do to gain the love and trust of the person they love. This is an exceptional love story that will delight you.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book! Romance Daily News/Lori Perkins asked me to review it.

Here's the review that will be published there. I also wrote a shorter review for goodreads and gave it give stars there.

Seduced (London Sex Club)
By Kate Allure
Five Stars
Hot
Victoria Whittingsall worked too hard to become the youngest judge ever to rise to the High Court to start a liaison with a young barrister, not matter how much she may enjoy flirting with him. Being tempted to do so makes her look at her life.
On her forty-third birthday, she realizes her longtime relationship with the status conscious Rupert is not satisfying her. Attempts to get Rupert to take their sexy life from missionary to exciting fail, and Tori ends things with him after realizing he wants to keep her in a staid, comfortable box.
Her friend’s invitation to a sexy club is just what she needs. Tori is scared to join in, but can’t deny that watching the groups and scenes turns her on. Allure’s descriptions of the BDSM club are among the most creative and sexy among many in this genre and readers will want Tori to join in. Happily she does, finding she can’t resist one young man in particular. They flirt heavily, and Tori agrees to text and meet him again. When they have naughty, BDSM sex, she sees what’s she’s been missing and is enthralled with the new experiences.
Ian realizes who his new lover is hearing her talk to a friend after she leaves him. It’s the judge he has wanted for a long time. He can’t bring himself to tell her who he is. Tori falls hard, agreeing to meet again and submit for another electric scene. After this scene, she learns who he is, and wants nothing more to do with him. She also runs into Rupert at the club, and her anger at what he hid from her adds to her desire to leave the club for good.
Ian is not deterred, He starts courting her in earnest, sending delicious candies and her favorite flowers. The descriptions of these gifts will make readers swoon, and Tori agrees to meet with him. Rupert also asks for another chance, and wanting his friendship only, Tori reluctantly agrees, only to fall more than once for his attempts to make her a slave in increasingly violent scenes.
Ian and Tori’s path to a relationship invokes chemistry and passion, along with fun surprises for the reader. The dialogue between Ian and Tori in particular sparkles with sexy banter even in the courtroom. Plenty of humor and creative sexy scenes will make readers look forward to the next book in this series.

Reviewed by Amy Alessio
Entangled, October 21, 2019

Kate's writing is very...alluring (pun intended!). Seduced does exactly what it says. The reader is taken on a journey. We are toyed with, teased, and given just a taste of the exotic. We are Seduced by the possibilities. We are enticed by our own desires. In short, only attempt to read this book if you have a way of releasing tension...😉

Seduced is a sexy rendezvous that makes the reader beg for more of the enticing offerings and of its hidden treasures.

Ii voluntarily read this ARC in exchange for an honest review - all thoughts and opinions are mine

This is erotica with strong themes so if BDSM is a bit far for you - don't go any further

Personally, love to read this sort of thing - I've not read this author before but will certainly be looking our for more

Loved this and looking forward to reading more from this author

Seduced was a lovely tale of the awakening of a woman’s sexuality after two bad relationships. It was also an older woman/younger man romance, which I’ve lately found that I quite enjoy. Seduced was the first book for me by Kate Allure, and I liked her writing style.

I feel like I must list a disclaimer though. I didn’t know this was a book based on BDSM when I requested it. How I missed that I do not know, but I do know that it was my fault and not that of the author/publisher. I either initially misread the blurb or just didn't put 2 and 2 together. The latter is the most likely!

So, having said that, I can't comment on the BDSM content, since it's not really my usual reading material, and I have no clue if it's authentic or not ( my disinterest in this area has no reflection on my review or rating, since I was the complete numpty that ignored/didn't notice all the signs about what this book is about!).

Although full BDSM is reading material I don't really enjoy or seek out; I did like this author's passion during the scenes. Although I honestly skimmed over the ‘action', the passion and emotion behind it couldn't be avoided, and I found that I enjoyed that part of it very much.

The only negative I can really talk about happened during the first 20% (on Kindle) or so. I don't know if it was just me, but even though the story is set in modern England, the first part of the book had a very historical feel to it. It wasn't just the heavy use of titles of English nobility; it was the pacing, the language, and speech patterns. It felt more like a period novel, and at that point, I felt like it would have worked better as one. However, as the story went on, it started to feel more modern and moved into a more cohesive feeling. By the time I was halfway through I had forgotten the feeling of being ‘out of time', but it was obvious enough that I nearly didn't finish the book and, honestly, that would have been a shame.

Overall, I enjoyed this book; it was a lightish story but kept me engaged. I especially liked the bit of a dramatic twist at the end (no spoilers), and surprisingly, left me very curious about reading Fletcher's book (which is coming out next), he's quite an interesting character!

If you enjoy BDSM related romances, or (like me) you like a passionate OW/YM romance, this may be worth checking out.

If BDSM is not your thing, and that's okay, skip this book.

Victoria/Tori is an appointed judge who serves in the Royal Courts, who feels like she has it all. But there is something when it comes to her sex life. Her longtime companion is not fulfilling her and when she tries to spice things up he dismisses her attempts at seduction. And it's no help that the young barrister, Ian King's courtroom flirtations leave her feeling excited.
When she breaks up with the Boring Baron, she accepts her best friends invitation to an exclusive sex club. She meets a stranger who gives her the mind-blowing sex she's yearned for and she knows that one night with the handsome stranger will never be enough.

Honestly, I almost did not like Tori. I couldn't understand her unwillingness to give a younger man a chance. I absolutely despited her ex, Rupert. I did not like him at all. Of course, I figured out why later.

Looking forward to the next book in the series and hopefully a book for Diana.

My favourite part of the book was the flirty word play that went on between Judge Victoria and Ian the Barrister. The sex scenes made me want to go back to the court room scenes. No safe words but lots of condoms! Something just felt off at the club.
I liked some of the characters better than others. Ian was lovely, Victoria didn't seem very realistic and her friend constantly calling her "dahling" made me want to turn the page!
Maybe it was my mood, I 'm sure there will be others out there who will love this book.
Thanks to #Netgalley for providing me with an advanced copy of #Seduced in return for an honest review.

Very slow start.... at least for me.. .
This is the first book by Kate Allure that I have read. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Loved the characters and story line. Looking forward to reading more from this author!