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Winner, Award of Excellence 2010 (CRW) Winner (2nd place), Passionate Plume Finalist, National Readers' Choice Award Reviewer Top Pick, Night Owl Romance ** *How far would you go to reach the ultimate pleasure?* ** Max Delaney is a master of bondage and submission...and Summer Anderson's most decadent dream come true.  From the moment she meets him, she yearns for him to dominate her--body and soul.  As Max initiates her into his world of scorching BDSM sex, he shows Summer what's possible when she abandons her inhibitions and loses herself in pure sensation.  Soon Summer wonders if she can surrender to her wickedest desire yet: to share herself with three men at once.  But once she's lived out her most forbidden fantasy, can she go back to her ordinary life?  And will she ever want to? ** ** Read more Read less * * * All Books, All the Time Read author interviews, book reviews, editors picks, and more at the Amazon Book Review. 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Ships from and sold by Playalinda Ltd.. $3.99 shipping * * * ## Editorial Reviews ### Review "A wealth of varied sex scenes and a daring exploration of multiple loves make this tale a must-read ... Her descriptions of the physical and mental aspects of BDSM are spot on." - RT Book Reviews **Read more ### About the Author **Opal Carew** is the author of *Total Abandon*, *Pleasure Bound*, *Twin Fantasies* and other erotic romance novels. She also writes as Amber Carew. "So why do I like writing erotic romance?" she asks. "I like being able to push beyond traditional boundaries." Opal loves crystals, dragons, feathers, cats, pink hair, the occult and all that glitters. While she writes, she listens to inspirational music, lights candles and keeps crystals near. Before devoting herself to her passion as a writer, Opal spent 15 years as a software analyst, and she has a degree in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo. She lives with her husband and two sons in Ontario, Canada. **Read more See all Editorial Reviews * * * ## Product details * **Paperback:** 272 pages * **Publisher:** St. Martin's Griffin; 1st edition (June 23, 2009) * **Language:** English * **ISBN-10:** 0312384807 * **ISBN-13:** 978-0312384807 * ** Product Dimensions: ** 5.5 x 18.4 x 8.2 inches * **Shipping Weight:** 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) * **Average Customer Review:** *3.8 out of 5 stars* ** 19 customer reviews * **Amazon Best Sellers Rank:** #1,500,195 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) * # 15015 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Erotica > **Romantic** * # 93971 in Books > Romance > **Contemporary** Would you like to **tell us about a lower price**? If you are a seller for this product, would you like to **suggest updates through seller support**? NO_CONTENT_IN_FEATURE Start reading Secret Ties on your Kindle **in under a minute**. Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a **FREE** Kindle Reading App. * * * Get a $5 credit with Alexa. "Alexa, order a $25 gift card." Ask Alexa to order $25 gift card and get an extra $5. Restrictions apply. Learn more * * * ## Customer reviews *3.8 out of 5 stars* 19 3.8 out of 5 stars** 5 star 53% 4 star 26% 3 star 0% 2 star 5% 1 star 16% Share your thoughts with other customers Write a customer review See all verified purchase reviews ### Top customer reviews *2.0 out of 5 stars*Wasn't what I expected. ByZellieVINE VOICEon May 9, 2010 Format: Paperback*|*Verified Purchase Summer owns her own chocolate shop and makes chocolates in a small town. She's a bit insecure and she's really shy. She has two best guy friends (who are also best friends with each other) that she has massive crushes on but is too shy to make the first move. She ends up going with her friend to a sex convention where her friend is selling and signing her new released erotica novel and suggested that Summer make some chocolates that would match the theme of the convention. There she meets Max. And that's when her life changes. Max introduces her to the world of BDSM and how to open herself up more (literally and figuratively) and go after what she wants. From the start, the sparks between Summer and Max come quickly in the book and the weekend they spend together during the convention lead to a lot of BDSM, then she leaves to go back home and though she's happy to finally home and see her two best friends that she's practically in love with, she can't stop thinking about Max. Though out the time that she is home and trying to pursue both of her best friends, she still keeps in contact and a few times, see's Max. I liked the friendship between Summer and her two best friend's prior to her pursuing them. After she did pursue them, I felt the book got a little awkward. The characters didn't have much (or any) of story line, there wasn't a back story to really anyone but Max. And after awhile, it kind of just felt like a porno, in a book. I might as well had started playing that funky tacky porno music while reading this book! It was so awkward that I started skipping the steamy scenes in search of some kind of story plot. But I didn't find one. **Read more 0Comment*|* 8 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YesNoReport abuse *1.0 out of 5 stars*Bad Depiction of BDSM ByElizabeth Ann Daveyon February 12, 2011 Format: Kindle Edition*|*Verified Purchase I wish I could give this book negative stars. WARNING: THIS REVIEW CONTAINS MANY SPOILERS. The depiction of bdsm in this book is inaccurate and potentially harmful. While I realize it is fiction and could be considered fantasy, the author writes in an authoritative voice, makes proclamations throughout and generally comes off as writing a non-fiction version of bdsm 101. Twice she states through her most authoritative character that there are universal rules to bdsm. Other than "safe, sane and consensual," this is not true. There are no rigid terms of address or rules that partners can't switch as the author implies. But much worse, her male and female leads never engage in discussion of desires, expectations or limits. They don't negotiate at all. At one point her Dom (who is by far the worst Dom I've ever encountered in fiction) gags the sub without giving her any signal to use as a safe word. They're at a convention with a public playroom and the Dom only takes her there after the convention's over and the room is empty. Rather than letting her explore in a safe environment with other people (especially at least one Dungeon Master) around, he shoves her in a cage and leaves her there while he shoos off the security guard. Of course, they haven't discussed this so he has no idea whether or not this type of confinement will freak her out. There are several other scenes that bothered me almost as much. The thing that bothered me the most, however, was all of the unsafe sex. There are no condoms mentioned in this book. There is no discussion of past partners or std tests. In short, the behavior of most of the characters in this book is the sort that can get you into serious trouble. If you want a good fictional introduction to bdsm, try something by Cherise Sinclair. Give this book a pass. If I managed to warn even one person off of it, I consider it $10 well spent. **Read more 11 comment*|* 5 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YesNoReport abuse *4.0 out of 5 stars*Secret Ties ByKellyon August 15, 2009 Format: Paperback*|*Verified Purchase When Summer Anderson took her themed chocolate confections to an adult entertainment trade show, she never dreamed how her life would change. She and best friend Tanya had a booth set up so she could sell specialty chocolates designed for the event and Tanya could peddle her latest book. Everything at this show was new to Summer, and she felt out of her element. She had never been exposed to the explicit sexuality on display everywhere. When she saw an incredibly sexy man staring at her just exuding supreme dominance, it made her very nervous. Tanya later introduced Summer to him, and she was surprised at her instant heart stopping attraction to him. Max Delaney had lived the lifestyle as a dominant since the loss of his beloved wife. He never got seriously involved with any of the women he trained, and had no problems letting them go when the time came for the relationship to be over. Upon meeting Summer, he knew that this relationship would be different, but still planned to bring out the suppressed passion in this beauty knowing they only had the weekend. When Summer arrived back home, and into reality, she made the decision she was no longer going to sit on the sidelines waiting for her life to begin. She has wanted best friends Kyle and Shane for so long, but settled for friend status until now. It was going to be her mission to seduce them both into a ménage relationship. Things were starting to progress as planned until Max showed up, and told her how much he missed her. I have been disappointed with this author's last few books, but this one was a pleasant surprise! I enjoyed the sexual intensity between Max and Summer as he takes her on a journey of self-discovery. The erotic passages are very hot, and will make you melt. The characters could be more defined, and the story could use some background work. Still, overall an enjoyable read. **Read more 0Comment*|* 10 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YesNoReport abuse *5.0 out of 5 stars*Another winner from Opal ByKindle Customeron August 10, 2009 Format: Paperback*|*Verified Purchase I don't know how Opal Carew does it. She came out of no where about 2 years ago and ever since then every single one of her books never fails to thrill. I say thrill because Opal's books are HOT! Erotica at its absolute best. If her books don't turn you on and push you over the edge... you're probably not into erotica. Her latest book, Secret Ties explores BDSM and there's even a threesome scene but its mostly focused on the 2 main characters. the fact that Summer get's it on with 3 guys in this book might be a turn off for some, but Opal makes it work without the guilt. Beyond hot, its a definite page burner and another masterpiece from Opal. My only complaint is that it'll be another 6-8 months before we get another Opal book. **Read more 0Comment*|* 4 people found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YesNoReport abuse See all verified purchase reviews (newest first) Write a customer review ### Most recent customer reviews *1.0 out of 5 stars*I was so disappointed in this book that I couldn't finish it I was so disappointed in this book that I couldn't finish it. I kept on reading chapter after chapter, page after page and I kept on hoping that it would improve.....Read more Published 1 year ago by CeeCee *4.0 out of 5 stars*Most erotica is like that, but the scenes in this book were ... knew what was going to happen when I had barely started the book. Most erotica is like that, but the scenes in this book were HOT. She has menage a trois, and a menage a quatro.Read more Published 1 year ago by Kindle Customer *5.0 out of 5 stars*Great read Great read Published on July 9, 2014 by Bonnie F DiGregorio *5.0 out of 5 stars*Erotica with light BDSM I found that I couldn't put this book down! Opal did a wonderful job of putting a little different twist to this story that I haven't read before.Read more Published on May 15, 2014 by Terri *5.0 out of 5 stars*The heat is on Opal Carew keeps you reading with this book. Hot, steamy, and a twist in the middle and again at the end. Published on December 24, 2013 by Dolores *5.0 out of 5 stars*WOWWWWWW!!!! This book is soooooooooooooo hottttt!!!!! But I am sure this never happens but if you are looking for a hot hot hot book with some love scenes - YOU have found the right one!!!!Read more Published on August 1, 2013 by Julie Sue *5.0 out of 5 stars*VERY GOOD BOOK Came very quickly after ordering. Couldn't put it down. Loved the characters and story line. I would recomend this book to friends. Published on December 17, 2012 by babs23honey *5.0 out of 5 stars*One of the hottest books I have ever read! I got this book because I thought why not. I was very happy when I started reading. It was an amazing Erotica book. I like the tension between the characters.Read more Published on August 15, 2011 by Amazon Customer *5.0 out of 5 stars*Secret Ties Summer Anderson is feeling very out of place, even if her erotic chocolates are making a big hit at the BDSM conference.Read more Published on June 8, 2011 by mnix *1.0 out of 5 stars*DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY By far, this is one of the worst books I have ever read. 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