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BDSM Checklist #3
C is for...
The A, B, Cs have never been so sexy.
Beth is the perfect quiet, obedient, and well trained. After years of membership in LA’s most exclusive BDSM club she’s served many of the most demanding masters and mistresses…and she’s bored.
James is a committed Dom who enjoys nothing more than a bratty sub he can “punish” until they’re both satisfied. The last thing he wants is a serious submissive.
Beth is on the verge of leaving the club when she’s paired with Master James as part of the BDSM checklist game. They’re both surprised to find that the hyper-obedient Beth is hiding the true depth of her submission, and James will have to decide if he’s willing to break his own rules to give Beth what she needs.
Beth is the perfect quiet, obedient, and well trained. After years of membership in LA’s most exclusive BDSM club she’s served many of the most demanding masters and mistresses…and she’s bored.
James is a committed Dom who enjoys nothing more than a bratty sub he can “punish” until they’re both satisfied. The last thing he wants is a serious submissive.
Beth is on the verge of leaving the club when she’s paired with Master James as part of the BDSM checklist game. They’re both surprised to find that the hyper-obedient Beth is hiding the true depth of her submission, and James will have to decide if he’s willing to break his own rules to give Beth what she needs.
114 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2014
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L. DuBois
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Lila (writing as L. DuBois and Lila Dubois) is a top selling author of paranormal, fantasy and contemporary erotic romance. Having spent extensive time in France, Egypt, Turkey, England and Ireland Lila speaks five languages, none of them (including English) fluently. She now lives in Los Angeles with a cute Irishman and a half-Irish mini human.
Lila (writing as L. DuBois and Lila Dubois) is a top selling author of paranormal, fantasy and contemporary erotic romance. Having spent extensive time in France, Egypt, Turkey, England and Ireland Lila speaks five languages, none of them (including English) fluently. She now lives in Los Angeles with a cute Irishman and a half-Irish mini human.
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March 21, 2017
Review in progress. Can't right now. is finished! Lazy kitty is was asleep on me, is now growling at a squirrel in the yard.
After being impressed by the first two installments in this series, my expectations for book three were raised. What secrets and surprises would the letter C have in store? It's like naughty Sesame Street, I love it.
C isn't for cookie this time.
So C is for... brings us James and Beth, two more kinksters at Las Palmas. James is struggling with commitment issues - he's a well written character, but not a particularly interesting one.
Then there's Beth, who is 1000% more interesting. She first got into BDSM as a coping mechanism. She understands rules and structure, and hopes by obeying she can find a place to belong, somewhere to understand and be fulfilled. So far that hasn't happened.
Let's see what happens when we throw these two crazy kids together, shall we?
As in A is for..., the banter and chemistry between the characters is charming, and a delight to read. There is genuine respect and caring, but also a lot of humor and self awareness.
He stripped the shirt off and held it up so she could slip into it.
Beth looked at the shirt, then at him. “You’re giving me clothes.” She eyed the shirt with trepidation.
Exasperated he said, “You’re not a house elf. It’s not going to free you.”
Book 1 is still available as a freebie, but so far, all of them have been worth real money! A very fun series indeed.
After being impressed by the first two installments in this series, my expectations for book three were raised. What secrets and surprises would the letter C have in store? It's like naughty Sesame Street, I love it.
C isn't for cookie this time.
So C is for... brings us James and Beth, two more kinksters at Las Palmas. James is struggling with commitment issues - he's a well written character, but not a particularly interesting one.
Then there's Beth, who is 1000% more interesting. She first got into BDSM as a coping mechanism. She understands rules and structure, and hopes by obeying she can find a place to belong, somewhere to understand and be fulfilled. So far that hasn't happened.
Let's see what happens when we throw these two crazy kids together, shall we?
As in A is for..., the banter and chemistry between the characters is charming, and a delight to read. There is genuine respect and caring, but also a lot of humor and self awareness.
He stripped the shirt off and held it up so she could slip into it.
Beth looked at the shirt, then at him. “You’re giving me clothes.” She eyed the shirt with trepidation.
Exasperated he said, “You’re not a house elf. It’s not going to free you.”
Book 1 is still available as a freebie, but so far, all of them have been worth real money! A very fun series indeed.
January 23, 2021
The letter C was an interesting one,a challenge for the Master and his sub.
Where it is clear,yet again,that communication is key in BDSM.
With an as much of an happy after these two can get.....
Beth is tired of being used as furniture.
She decided she is going to quit the club when her Mistress leaves.
Until she’s selected for the letter C,and gets two surprises.
One,her Mistress is leaving that very day,and uncollars her,leaving her without any real regret.
Two,she is paired with James,the Master she secretly longed to be topped by.
James always thought Beth was a serving sub,one that didn’t need more than that to be satisfied.
But to his surprise,she turns out to be a very sexually frustrated one.
One that comes often and easy,and loving it.
Talking about her needs is difficult though,and he plans to change that,starting right now.
Their time together is well spent,and both open up towards the other.
But is their connection deep enough?
With Beth’s mental condition,and James’ reluctance towards commitment?
A real challenge that played out beautifully,one that i enjoyed,very much!
Where it is clear,yet again,that communication is key in BDSM.
With an as much of an happy after these two can get.....
Beth is tired of being used as furniture.
She decided she is going to quit the club when her Mistress leaves.
Until she’s selected for the letter C,and gets two surprises.
One,her Mistress is leaving that very day,and uncollars her,leaving her without any real regret.
Two,she is paired with James,the Master she secretly longed to be topped by.
James always thought Beth was a serving sub,one that didn’t need more than that to be satisfied.
But to his surprise,she turns out to be a very sexually frustrated one.
One that comes often and easy,and loving it.
Talking about her needs is difficult though,and he plans to change that,starting right now.
Their time together is well spent,and both open up towards the other.
But is their connection deep enough?
With Beth’s mental condition,and James’ reluctance towards commitment?
A real challenge that played out beautifully,one that i enjoyed,very much!
December 8, 2014
As usual, this book is hot!!!! James knows his subs. When he finds himself playing the game, he is given a sub that everyone thinks is one way, but he quickly finds out that is not the case.
Beth needs rules. The whole reason she entered the lifestyle was because of its rules. She knows what to expect and what is expected of her. When the club starts the game, she is given C. She already knows what aspects will be coming in the weekend, however, there is a catch..... Of course I am not going to you how or what it is.
Yes James and her are paired. There is more to the story but, read the book to find out what that is. Through the game, Beth learns that rules can change and not written in stone. James learns to open up himself again to a relationship.
I love this series. It is hot and speaks to my inner sub.
Beth needs rules. The whole reason she entered the lifestyle was because of its rules. She knows what to expect and what is expected of her. When the club starts the game, she is given C. She already knows what aspects will be coming in the weekend, however, there is a catch..... Of course I am not going to you how or what it is.
Yes James and her are paired. There is more to the story but, read the book to find out what that is. Through the game, Beth learns that rules can change and not written in stone. James learns to open up himself again to a relationship.
I love this series. It is hot and speaks to my inner sub.
July 15, 2018
Beth is a submissive, who can't find her place. She loves being a submissive, loves the rules, the structure. But what she isn't finding is satisfaction in submitting. She has been put into a role that doesn't fulfill her, and isn't sure she can break out of it. So she finds herself planning to leave it behind. Until the game.
Master James is a "sub whisperer". He knows what they need, even when they don't. When he is given Beth to dominate in the checklist game, he has his work cut out for him. She sees things one way, and he need to open her eyes to the truth.
Beth and James are....interesting. She isn't your everyday submissive, and he is a unique Dom. The chemistry between the two are explosive. This story tells another side of the checklist game, and I enjoyed their journey!
Master James is a "sub whisperer". He knows what they need, even when they don't. When he is given Beth to dominate in the checklist game, he has his work cut out for him. She sees things one way, and he need to open her eyes to the truth.
Beth and James are....interesting. She isn't your everyday submissive, and he is a unique Dom. The chemistry between the two are explosive. This story tells another side of the checklist game, and I enjoyed their journey!
March 18, 2021
C is for - 4 Stars!
James and Beth’s story was entrancing. I absolutely loved their chemistry. The BDSM Checklist just keeps getting better, so I cannot wait to see what D brings
James and Beth’s story was entrancing. I absolutely loved their chemistry. The BDSM Checklist just keeps getting better, so I cannot wait to see what D brings
February 16, 2023
This is the third in what I assume will be twenty-six entries in a series set in Las Palmas Oscuras, one of those fantasy BDSM clubs popular in this genre. (I say "assume" because I'm not entirely sure what kinks begin with "Z," but we'll see.) The series' central conceit offers us a dom and sub who participate in kink scenes that begin with the letter they've been assigned ("A," for example, includes "Anal Play"). From what I can tell, each is a stand-alone featuring a single couple (some long-standing, others not) that is long on erotica and short on story. In fact, I would call these "novellas," rather than "novels" since much of the total page space is taken up with ads for Ms. DuBois' other books.
Like the couple in the last book, Beth and James have never played together before and have completely opposite approaches to BDSM: she needs the rules and high protocol; he is much more relaxed and go-with-the-flow. Thus far, they are my favorite couple since their complementary differences mean that the pair turn out to be good for one another, both sexually and emotionally. In addition, because they discuss subjects other than sex, it's easy to imagine them connecting "vanilla-wise," too.
In terms of prose, the kink scenes are inventive, well-described and varied; the characters exhibit some emotional growth; transitions between chapters are sometimes abrupt; the ending is more HFN; and James' backstory made little sense.
4 stars. I appreciated the author's offering us a character with a neurodevelopmental disorder. I do hope that the rest of the series won't feature characters of color solely in secondary roles.
Like the couple in the last book, Beth and James have never played together before and have completely opposite approaches to BDSM: she needs the rules and high protocol; he is much more relaxed and go-with-the-flow. Thus far, they are my favorite couple since their complementary differences mean that the pair turn out to be good for one another, both sexually and emotionally. In addition, because they discuss subjects other than sex, it's easy to imagine them connecting "vanilla-wise," too.
In terms of prose, the kink scenes are inventive, well-described and varied; the characters exhibit some emotional growth; transitions between chapters are sometimes abrupt; the ending is more HFN; and James' backstory made little sense.
4 stars. I appreciated the author's offering us a character with a neurodevelopmental disorder. I do hope that the rest of the series won't feature characters of color solely in secondary roles.
September 12, 2017
I liked James and Beth, even though at first I thought I wouldn't. Beth seemed too passive and James not Dom enough for me but this book won me over. Another good read with hot and steamy sex scenes, enough emotional content and good characterisation to make this work. My only complaint is that again it ends at 84 % or so and I feel short changes with all the advertising and excerpts at the back of the book. I guess they do it because it works but it is really irritating to me.
However I will be buying the next one in the series.
However I will be buying the next one in the series.
July 17, 2022
I liked this book but the ending was extremely abrupt and felt unresolved/unfinished and as a result it took away from my enjoyment of the story overall.
September 17, 2022
4.5 ⭐. Yes to neurodivergent heroes.
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December 23, 2022
this was cute but I wanted to see more of their story outside of the club
February 17, 2020
Book Review: Checklist ABC... A Billionaire Club Box Set
Author: L DuBois
FIVE STARS
If this book doesn't make you hot then I don't know what will. The D/s scene is something that is really an area that I am not familiar with but I love reading it. The trust it requires to be able to give yourself over completely to your D.
The whole purpose to this series is this. Las Palmas Oscuras or The Dark Palms is an exclusive and secretive BDSM Club where only the richest of the rich can afford to be members. Now the head Masters and Mistresses of the resort have decided that things have become to lazy and stupid in complacency.
They want things to get back on edge and push everyone to their limits. So they have this list. If the members to not want to play this game they are free to leave and give up their place in the club. The game is simply this. There is a letter and under each letter are the different things that are listed that start with that letter that is part of the BDSM world. A couple or a D/s will be assigned a letter and they are to do everything on that list that they have said they are willing to participate in.
A is for.... We meet Anna and Master Jensen.
B is for..... We meet Mae and Master Xavier.
C is for ..... We meet Beth and Master James
All equally HOT and Sexual. All so worth the read. I will be picking up the rest of these books.
KLH
Author: L DuBois
FIVE STARS
If this book doesn't make you hot then I don't know what will. The D/s scene is something that is really an area that I am not familiar with but I love reading it. The trust it requires to be able to give yourself over completely to your D.
The whole purpose to this series is this. Las Palmas Oscuras or The Dark Palms is an exclusive and secretive BDSM Club where only the richest of the rich can afford to be members. Now the head Masters and Mistresses of the resort have decided that things have become to lazy and stupid in complacency.
They want things to get back on edge and push everyone to their limits. So they have this list. If the members to not want to play this game they are free to leave and give up their place in the club. The game is simply this. There is a letter and under each letter are the different things that are listed that start with that letter that is part of the BDSM world. A couple or a D/s will be assigned a letter and they are to do everything on that list that they have said they are willing to participate in.
A is for.... We meet Anna and Master Jensen.
B is for..... We meet Mae and Master Xavier.
C is for ..... We meet Beth and Master James
All equally HOT and Sexual. All so worth the read. I will be picking up the rest of these books.
KLH
March 22, 2023
C is for might be my favorite one that we’ve had so far master James is the most understanding dog that we have had and Beth is just trying to learn and grow and be a submissive and he is able to help her learn that she doesn’t have to be a doormat to be a submissive. I really enjoyed watching how their dynamic grew and changed. I understand it’s a short book so it changed relatively quickly, but I enjoyed that at the very end that held her ground, but she didn’t just give in like she probably would have at the beginning of the story.
July 2, 2023
Damn, that's a lot of C's. Good to see the lifestyle laid out in the wrong order, however, be so good at what she does. Best behaved sub and all she was used for was furniture, such a pity with all that potential just under the surface. Things are going to be great with them, wonder who it was that set her up with her outfit in the lounge. The fact that this is happening on the same weekend as others, not to mention the fact that the people overlap throughout just adds that little extra twist that is fun to keep with.
April 20, 2021
Excellent characters!
This story continues along the path of the previous one, regarding the use of BDSM to uncover things you didn't think existed within yourself. I loved how he quickly understood the huge gap she had in her experience as a submissive. Once he took it upon himself to change her ideas, their connection exploded! It's amazing how quickly people can find chemistry together when they look deeper inside each other. Excellent characters! Great story!
This story continues along the path of the previous one, regarding the use of BDSM to uncover things you didn't think existed within yourself. I loved how he quickly understood the huge gap she had in her experience as a submissive. Once he took it upon himself to change her ideas, their connection exploded! It's amazing how quickly people can find chemistry together when they look deeper inside each other. Excellent characters! Great story!
August 5, 2018
Another well crafted checklist book. I am so glad that James (who seems to be the most understanding Dom we have met so far) was paired with Beth (I really wanted to smack Madame Cat for her treatment of Beth). Granted that once again the scenes are scorching hot, but the story behind the characters is what keeps bringing me back to this series and I can't wait until the next.
March 7, 2020
I have been searching for a good - and I mean GOOD - BDSM novel ever since I finished reading Cherise Sinclair's Shadowlands series... Finally, I found this gem of a book. Well done Ms Dubois, this book has been incredibly. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in the series, and I really hope that we get to go through all the alphabet 😊
August 16, 2020
Hot, sexual exploitation,
The alphabet game just keeps getting better and wetter. Omgee, poor Beth and what she went through until now. James has finally meet his match. The two together are an emotional roller coaster. This book is sexual fantasy to some. Hot and on fire with descriptions that make the reader wet. Great job and highly recommended to mature audiences.
The alphabet game just keeps getting better and wetter. Omgee, poor Beth and what she went through until now. James has finally meet his match. The two together are an emotional roller coaster. This book is sexual fantasy to some. Hot and on fire with descriptions that make the reader wet. Great job and highly recommended to mature audiences.
May 1, 2018
Ms DuBois manages to take two beautifully broken characters and create an erotic novel that leaves your body mind and soul happily satisfied.
This series not only captures the essence of BDSM, but also the essence of what it is to be true to yourself and understand your own personal kinks. If you haven't read the rest of this wonderful series you really, really need too.
This series not only captures the essence of BDSM, but also the essence of what it is to be true to yourself and understand your own personal kinks. If you haven't read the rest of this wonderful series you really, really need too.
March 8, 2020
James and Beth's story tugged a lot of emotion in me and I found myself sucked into their world and loving every minute of it.
With every installment in The BDSM Checklist series I get more and more sucked in to each of the stories and their characters.
With every installment in The BDSM Checklist series I get more and more sucked in to each of the stories and their characters.
March 26, 2018
Delightful book .
Crossing things of the BDSM checklist is fun . C is another fantastic letter in the list and though this story's better than the previous ones , I hated the abrupt ending .
Crossing things of the BDSM checklist is fun . C is another fantastic letter in the list and though this story's better than the previous ones , I hated the abrupt ending .
April 20, 2019
I absolutely love this book... so many amazing things fall under the letter C that intrigue me.... well except for chores lol. I did enough of that at home without no fun James behind me 😉
Shelved as 'books-boxed-sets'
April 27, 2020In boxed set - "Checklist: A, B, C"
June 10, 2020
Highly recommend
Absolutely loving this series will be starting D shortly. Very well written and loving all the characters so far. Even a few laughs along the way.
Absolutely loving this series will be starting D shortly. Very well written and loving all the characters so far. Even a few laughs along the way.
January 3, 2022
Great emotional…light BDSM
October 4, 2022
Still like the setting and characters
I didn’t relate to Beth and James as much as I did Mae and Xavier
I was happy that Beth was ridded of Cat and got herself a way better Dom
I didn’t relate to Beth and James as much as I did Mae and Xavier
I was happy that Beth was ridded of Cat and got herself a way better Dom
November 15, 2022
Lol
Sorry for laughing but the end of this book actually made me giggle with what he said to her. Very well written I can almost feel the tension leaving her slowly.
Sorry for laughing but the end of this book actually made me giggle with what he said to her. Very well written I can almost feel the tension leaving her slowly.
January 28, 2023
We all know I started this series with this book instead of book 1 like a normal person.
C is for cages. Disturbing, and definitely not my kink. Thank goodness. I like birds to be free.
C is for cages. Disturbing, and definitely not my kink. Thank goodness. I like birds to be free.
March 15, 2023
She’s a baddie ngl. I only read this for the endings where they interact with each other outside of the club 😭
March 16, 2023
C is for...
Cages(kinda)
Clothespin
Chastity belt
Cock worship
Clamps
Corset
Chores
Caning
Choking
Cages(kinda)
Clothespin
Chastity belt
Cock worship
Clamps
Corset
Chores
Caning
Choking
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 18, 2023
Rate would be higher, but the ending was so ??????
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