Submit, by Sonnet, is a memoir that reads like a novel. The author doesn't hold back, revealing how she came to crave the live of a sexual submissive. I was most fascinated by her struggles to reconcile her public persona, a smart, educated businesswoman, with her internal desire for domination and sexual subjugation. A different take on BDSM. Highly recommend.

Sonnet's "Submit" is a compelling read that delves into the world of BDSM through the lens of a seemingly ordinary woman. The memoir is strongest when exploring the protagonist's struggle to reconcile her public persona with her hidden desires. We see a successful professional grappling with the societal expectations placed on her and the thrill she finds in relinquishing control. This duality is fascinating and keeps the pages turning.

Overall, "Submit" is a thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on identity and desire. For those interested in BDSM exploration or the complexities of hidden lives, this is a solid choice. But readers seeking a more nuanced exploration of psychology or a richly detailed narrative might find it falls a bit short.

Submit is a fascinating and deeply personal memoir that takes readers on an intimate journey through a woman's life as a submissive. From her earliest fantasies to the complex dynamics of her adult relationships, it's a revealing and honest exploration of a side of human sexuality that's often misunderstood. The author's ability to stay true to herself is both inspiring and admirable, and I couldn't help but feel a bit envious of the incredible pleasure she experiences. Her writing is exceptionally talented, making the book not just provocative, but also a genuinely engaging read. While I’d recommend it to anyone, be prepared for some *very* spicy BDSM scenes! This memoir offers a unique perspective that broadens the understanding of diverse sexual lives, showing that there's no one "right" way to experience desire.

Where do I even begin with such an amazing book?! I've read so many romance/erotica books lately that masquerade as BDSM that it was absolutely REFRESHING to actually read sex scenes where consent is fully given, communication and trust exist, and where the main character truly adores her life as a sub.

It was empowering, raw, kinky, riveting and, I don't know, I'm just so happy she gets to live the life she wants! :)

Extra bonus points for all the in-between stories where she talks about the shift between private and personal life, the difference between being a full time sub slave versus 'whenever-the-timing-is-right' sub, the emphasis on her ordinary life (chores, board games...) with her boyfriend, what triggered her sub imagination as a little girl, how you don't have to have had trauma to want to experience BDSM, and more that I already forgot about.

Absolutely amazing. Highly recommend for anyone in the lifecycle or interested about it.

*Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for giving me an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.*

This book was utterly fascinating. As someone who is also part of the kink community, hearing other people's experiences is something I always enjoy, and this novel is written in a way that I believe people who are not part of the community will find it interesting as well. I want to hear more experiences from Sonnet!

This is one of the hottest works of erotica I've read in a long time. It covers many aspects of kink and BDSM culture. A delight for fans of well-written erotica.

Wow. Just…wow. What an honest, vulnerable, intense look into the life of someone who has been more brave and powerful through their sex life than I will ever be!

This memoir contains scenes that had me blushing, mouth agape and knees crossed. I couldn’t even help or contain my reaction at times. Yet the author is so open with readers that I never once felt horrified or ashamed for her. Never did I stop reading to judge what she chose to do with her body or say to myself, “Well, I would NEVER do that!” Reading lived experience like this one feels so much more intimate and private than watching a film on the same subject. I feel quite honored that the author, known to us only as Sonnet, would share with us all her love of being a submissive and the sexual experiences she explored.

The memoir is written in three parts that brilliantly shape the experience for the reader. I loved the pacing and the setting up of each scene. Basically, the writing just makes sense and feels as if a friend is being open and honest about their latest sexual exploration. By the end of the book I was questioning my own sexual desires and what I might like to explore in the future. I’d love to see myself becoming even just a little more free of my repressed sex life. Sonnet has given me courage and curiosity.

I am definitely going to order multiple hard copies of this memoir to give to VERY close friends this holiday season. I’ll hand them out with a bottle of wine and say, “Here. Go, read, enjoy, and live a more authentic sex life.”

As always, a big thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher, Grand Central Publishing, for allowing me the privilege to enjoy the ARC of this decadent memoir.

Submit, by Sonnet, was published on September 17, 2024.