{"num_reviews":34,"add_this":[{"service":"facebook","annotation":""},{"service":"email","annotation":""},{"service":"print","annotation":""},{"service":"twitter","annotation":""}],"gtin":null,"id":3028,"can_purchase":true,"meta_description":"","category":["Contemporary","Suspense","BDSM","Erotic ","May\u002fDecember","Series The Club Series"],"AddThisServiceButtonMeta":"","main_image":{"data":"https:\u002f\u002fcdn11.bigcommerce.com\u002fs-21532\u002fimages\u002fstencil\u002f{:size}\u002fproducts\u002f3028\u002f3305\u002fFiveclubs1l__05389.1661726644.jpg?c=2","alt":"Genre: Erotic BDSM Romance\n\nHeat Level: 3\n\nWord Count: 90, 000\n\nISBN: 978-0-3695-0680-1\n\nEditor: Audrey Bobak\n\nCover Artist: Jay Aheer"},"add_to_wishlist_url":"https:\u002f\u002fwww.evernightpublishing.com\u002fwishlist.php?action=add&product_id=3028","custom_fields":[{"id":"583","name":"Series","value":"\u002fseries-the-club-series\u002f"}],"sku":"978-0-3695-0680-1","backorder_availability_prompt":"","url":"https:\u002f\u002fwww.evernightpublishing.com\u002ffive-of-clubs-by-claudia-landres\u002f","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eAVA\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cbr \u002f\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eThe second I enter \u003ci\u003eThe Club\u003c\u002fi\u003e, I know I’m out of my depth—like way out. Everything here is refined, exciting, and safe. So I take a chance and fall into Caid’s mesmerizing eyes. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eAnd crash. Hard. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eBut I’ve been hurt before, and I’ll get over him. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eEventually.\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \u002f\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eCAID\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cbr \u002f\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eCaid Michaels is a Dom in every way. He’s also jaded and stuck in his own ways. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eThe night Ava, another princess searching for a kinky thrill, approaches him, he rejects her. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eAs his past, wrought with pain and loss, has showed him, he’s no savior. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eBut Ava needs saving. She's a prisoner of a life which is not her own. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eSo Caid decides to help. The mission is simple: keep her close until she’s free then send her back to her bubbled vanilla life. \u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eHe prepared for every contingency. Except for one—\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eAva.\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#FF0000\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eBe Warned: BDSM\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fi\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003eExcerpt:\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fb\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd the prize for the most moronic decision. Ever. Goes to … me!\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black, heavy, iron door shuts behind my friend Harper and me, and I push my ears into my shoulders while my heart somersaults. I tighten my hands in a death grip around my clutch, then after a calming breath, I take one step and another. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe entrance resembles the hallway of a very expensive boutique hotel. Dark-red walls contrast with a violent sensuality against the black and white houndstooth-patterned carpet. Majestic gold-framed mirrors on both sides lure me in toward the four small elevators at the far side of the building.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Don’t be so scared. It’ll be fun, I promise,” Harper says, leaning toward me.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, like those crazy people who find it fun to jump off bridges while tied up to a glorified elastic band.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI nod at Harper before she turns her back to me and whispers something to the goateed human house with luscious, deep-red hair that women would pay a fortune for. He stands by the door, studying me.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo stop from fidgeting, I lock my knees and display the only smile I’m capable of, but when his amber glare zeroes in on me, my heart pounds furiously against my eardrums. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI bet the redheaded giant can hear it too.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere’s the loud music?\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We’re in a club. I should hear music.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarper taps on the giant’s chest. “Bruce, this is my friend, Ava.” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe human house grunts, grins at me, and for a split second, the world tilts on its axis and I just stare at his white teeth while Harper chuckles.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Do you need jetons?” he asks Harper.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarper turns her will-you-dare expression to my heated face. “Do you want jetons?”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDear God. I gawk at them and clear my throat. “No … N-no. I’m … j-just want … w-want to watch.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBruce raises a brow and leans closer. “Well, you might need jetons for that too, doll.” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll right. Time to run.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I point my scuttling foot toward the door.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarper holds my wrist in a strong grip. “No, we’re good. Maybe next time,” she replies with a bright smile before she leads me down carpeted stairs.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat am I doing here? This is a mistake. A huge one.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Hello, Ash, Jenna. How are you this evening?” Harper greets a well-dressed couple before shifting her gaze toward me to whisper, “Go ahead, sweetie. I have a table.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn shaky legs, I make it to the bottom of the stairs and gasp as I enter the main room.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe place is sumptuous and not at all the dark, damp dungeon I expected. I take in the huge, modern, silver chandelier and the softly lit tables enhanced by the marble floors. It has all the appearance of a normal—albeit expensive—romantic restaurant, and I sigh in relief. Harper was right, the club, aptly named, The Club—\u003cem\u003ebecause someone forgot to take their creativity pill that day\u003c\u002fem\u003e—doesn’t look like a sex club. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI wince internally.\u003cem\u003e Am I being judgmental by calling it a sex club? \u003c\u002fem\u003eHarper doesn’t. She, with her best friend, Kincaid Michaels—the maverick of the financial world, and three of their wealthy friends have created a luxurious microcosmos called Haven. It’s comprised of two classic nightclubs, a boutique hotel where the stars love to go into hiding, a fleet of six upscale bars and restaurants, and The Club. But the latter isn’t advertised on their glossy brochures. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly a select few are entrusted with the knowledge of its existence, and there’s been so many whispers and unknowns surrounding it that it became somewhat of an urban legend. I’d personally never heard of it until Harper told me about it a couple of years after we met at a gala at the museum. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe admission to The Club is a tightly controlled process, and members, only after being unanimously voted in by the five owners, are vetted through an extensive health, financial, and moral background check to ensure the privacy and safety of the patrons. There’s no exchange of money here, and everything from the Michelin-starred food to the exquisite and expansive collection of liquors is included in the onerous yearly membership paid to be part of this hedonistic Eden.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarper, who’s in charge of the public relations and marketing of Haven, explained that at The Club, women are empowered in their sexuality by being offered jetons to choose partners to fulfill their fantasies or engage in sexual games in any of the playrooms on the higher floors. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr are free to just eat, dance, and be merry. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Do you have a reservation?” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe melodious voice belongs to a pretty, young woman dressed in a tight black dress who smiles at me.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“I’m with Harper Willis.” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Oh, you’re Harper’s friend? Let me show you to her table.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI follow her to a raised area in the corner surrounded by a balcony of sorts and climb the three steps leading to an oval table with comfortable, plush leather sofas with high backrests. By the time I settle down, my heart rhythm is no longer a deafening drum. From here, I can view the whole restaurant, but each table is set up as its own little universe by way of ornate bamboo dividers and cleverly placed plants.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI scan the menu and salivate. They have oysters. \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNestling deeper into the seat, I scoff while I discreetly eye the other patrons, all fully dressed.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI’m not a prude—well, I don’t think I am—and I have no issues with kink, sexual or otherwise, as long as it’s between consenting adults. But when Harper invited me for the umpteenth time to come out and make my own opinion, I had run out of excuses and let my curiosity win over. So, here I am. Way, way out of my depth.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe charming hostess comes back to take my order, and I feel absolutely decadent when I order oysters for myself, wings for Harper, and two mojitos.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe smiles as she leans closer. “The viewing den is open tonight. I hope you’ll enjoy it.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarper mentioned the den where anyone can watch people having sex. I bare my teeth at her retreating silhouette as my face heats up.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaybe if I sneak out while Harper’s busy, she won’t be too angry with me. I strain my neck toward the stairs. There’s no sign of her. I clutch my purse, slide my legs against the smooth leather to the end of the table, and stand up. I gasp when I bump into a human wall. I bounce back, hit the back of my knees on the seat, and lose my balance, my arms flaying like the uncoordinated wings of a broken windmill.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAva Lawson. Nil point for grace.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002fem\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tall man catches my arm to stop me from falling on my butt and chuckles.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“S-s-sorry.” I suck in a breath. Wow. He’s gorgeous. Dark eyes and hair—it’s difficult to tell in this low lighting. I’m wearing heels, but he towers over me.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Don’t be. It’s my fault for startling you.” He smiles and extends his hand. “I’m Mason, and I wanted to personally welcome you to The Club.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI gape for a few seconds too long at his t-shirt that barely hides his wide shoulders and place my hand in his. “I’m-m … A-Ava.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Yes, Harp’s friend.” He frowns and checks out the stairwell area. “Where’s Harper?”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Here,” Harper answers from behind him, and he pivots toward her.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Harper, good to see you again.” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis jaw clenches and his shoulders tense in seconds, and for the first time, I witness my friend’s expression become … hard. \u003cem\u003eHuh-ho. There’s history there. \u003c\u002fem\u003eI almost wish I was one for gossip because anything happening with that man has to be interesting.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Mace, I see you’ve met Ava,” she says with a tight smile that stays on her lips. She turns to me. “Sweetie, this is Mace, one of the owners.” \u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMason bows slightly. “Ladies, have a good evening. Ava, pleased to meet you.”\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“S-same,” I reply, but he’s already gone.\u003c\u002fspan\u003e\u003c\u002ffont\u003e\u003c\u002fp\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\" face=\"times new roman,times,serif\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI scoot over the curved seat while Harper settles next to me. Her lips are pinched, and she exhales with her lids closed. 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This is Ava and Caid’s journey. This is a well written story which is dark, and with romance, twists, emotions, danger, suspense, intrigue family, and love, which leads to a awesome roller coaster journey.\r\nI received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.","date":"30th Nov 2022"},{"name":"Sarah M","rating":"5","title":"A romantic and suspenseful journey","text":"This was a great first read from this author. I liked the relationship between Ava and Caid. The book was well-written and the plot kept things interesting. Overall, a romantic and suspenseful journey.","date":"2nd Nov 2022"},{"name":"Michelle C","rating":"4","title":"Great read","text":"This was my first read from this author and I really enjoyed her writing style. Set in a BDSM Club I enjoyed the slowburn feel of Ava and Caid's relationship. Throw in a dash of danger and some great supporting characters and I binged this in one session. Great read.","date":"2nd Nov 2022"},{"name":"Emma B","rating":"4","title":" It was amazing!","text":"This was a really sweet and sexy romance book! Ava and Caid had a really wonderful relationship that was so sweet I nearly died and the amount of times that he literally went after her just because he had to have her? I need someone to chase after me with that much dedication. ","date":"15th Oct 2022"},{"name":"Flavia Karina","rating":"5","title":"Sweet and hot. A good combination!","text":"I must say that I am surprised that this is the only book by this author on this platform, because it really is amazing, it keeps you hooked from the beginning. I hope then that it is only the beginning and that we can continue reading about the rest of the characters. I'd love to hear more about Hudson, Carter and Grace... And everyone else!\r\nI loved the character of Ava, her complexity and at the same time the simplicity with which she sees life. Honestly, for Kincaid being a Dom, I was a bit lost at first with Ava's needs and desires... I really liked how that attraction developed.\r\nA bit of intrigue, a bit of angst, and a lot of feeling. Sweet and hot. A good combination!","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"Jamee hunter","rating":"5","title":"Great read","text":"This is the first I’ve ever read of Claudia Landers and I’m so glad I did!! \r\nThis book was very interesting and kept me entertained the whole book. I would highly recommend reading this book","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"JennM73","rating":"4","title":"Great, Hot Intriguing Story!!","text":"This is the first time I have read anything from this author and it will not be the last. At the beginning I wasn’t sure which way things were going to go but then it was clear that the path had been set for Ava and Caid. It took Caid a little while longer to listen to his feelings but through the trials that these two had to get through he ended up in the right spot. There is some intrigue in the storyline, the character building is great and the smexy times are hot! I am so glad I read this book and I hope that there will be more in this world because I want to read about all the other owners of the club in more depth.\r\n\r\nI received a free copy of this book via Evernight and am voluntarily leaving a review.","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"BLT","rating":"5","title":"Living Under the Radar","text":"Claudia Landers is a new author to me and will now be on my radar.. This is a hot, spicy book that pulls you in and will keep you wondering how much Ava is able to take. Caid is one of the owners in the Club and is a Dom who thinks that he doesn’t need anyone in his life and is not capable of trust and love. Will Ava be able to get Caid to trust? Will Ava be able to stop running? The characters in this book and are well written and I recommend this book.","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"dachief72","rating":"5","title":"A fantastic read","text":"This is my first novel by Claudia Landres, and I wasn't disappointed. Deliciously dark and sinful. Great characters, and a well written storyline. Would recommend. Will read more from this author.","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"Jennifer P","rating":"5","title":"Dark read","text":"Very interesting and dark read, kept me wanting for more and kept me turning the pages. This book was hard to put down while giving me exactly what I wanted out of it. Certainly a hot and steamy read!","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"Adrianna L","rating":"5","title":"A hot and steamy read!","text":"Thank you NetGalley for a copy in exchange for a review.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe main character joins a sex club owned by a good friend and after a few months of attending, she approaches another of the owners expressing her interest. After he shoots her down, the group of owners finds out about a threat against her and so to protect her, the two pretend to date while trying to stop the man who is threatening her.\r\n\r\nFive of Club is a dark romance with family intrigue and plenty of love. This book was hard to put down while giving me exactly what I wanted out of it. Certainly a hot and steamy read!","date":"11th Oct 2022"},{"name":"Jeanne Richardson","rating":"5","title":"Great Book","text":"This is the first book I've read written by Claudia Landres; I can’t wait to read more of her books.\r\n\r\nThe story is about Ave & Caid; they meet at the club but he rejects her but when she needs saving he’s there to help.\r\n\r\nI received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.","date":"30th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Mary","rating":"4","title":"Five of Clubs!","text":"WOW! This one caught me by surprise. This is a new author for me and I like the authors writing style. The story is very captivating and hooks you from the very beginning. The story is about Ava and Caid. Ava has made friends with Harper, who happens to be one of the owners of the sex club. Ava takes a chance and seeks out Caid for a jeton. Caid ends up pushing her away, he has his reasons. Mace, another owner, takes her home and discovers she is in danger. This starts a fake relationship between Caid and Ava. This story is really good with suspense, danger, passion, bondage, acceptance, freedom and love. The story has some surprising and intriguing twists and turns. I love the characters and the family. Such a good read!!! ","date":"30th Sep 2022"},{"name":"xo2read","rating":"4","title":"Enjoyable and entertaining","text":"A new author to me. I fell for the cover but ended up loving the book. This romantic suspense story is about Caid and Ava. Both, are likeable characters and I liked the story was told in duo POVs. The story has some suspense and complexity which kept me reading. Their love was sweet but definitely served with a side of kink. All in all, and enjoyable read. ","date":"30th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Amanda1444","rating":"4","title":"Thrilling","text":"Ava joins a sex club owned by a friend. Shortly after joining the club she approaches another of the owners expressing her interest. After he shoots her down, the clubs discovers the mysteries man that is harassing her. To protect her they scheme that Ava and Caid are dating. This is the first I have read from this author, I really enjoyed it!","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"A. Adams","rating":"5","title":"Spicy hot","text":"Wow this book is extremely hot and spicy. At the core you have the relationship between Ava and Caid. Ava is sweet and kind to everyone she meets. In contrast, Caid is darkness, closed off, and troubled. Caid is tormented by several demons from his past that he hasn't gotten over. I think that's why he hasn't been in any relationships. Ava tells Caid how she feels and he breaks her heart more than once actually. Ava's creepy pseudo uncle Larry begins to cause problems. It is decided Ava needs to be protected. The way to protect Ava is by pretending to be Caid's girlfriend and living with him. I know that seems ludicrous right after he broke her heart? Ava was such a catch but Caid needed to realize that for himself and then prove it to Ava before it's too late. I like the inner monologs that Ava and Caid had. There is often a difference between what someone is thinking and what they say. I hope there is a second book. It left off with me needing answers. This book was much different than what I was expecting. ","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"JudyCh","rating":"5","title":"Bdsm and suspense and love","text":"This story has the BDSM and suspense and Romance if there were two people who deserve love it is Caid and Ava, this story had everything you love about two damaged soles and the heard fault love we know the deserve","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Maria M","rating":"4","title":"Enjoyed this","text":"This is a new author to me\r\nI thoroughly enjoyed this\r\n\r\nGreat characters and story telling\r\n\r\nLooking forward to reading more from them","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Vievie","rating":"5","title":"Five of Clubs","text":"I loved this book! It kept me gripped and I couldn't stop reading until the end. \r\nAva and Caid - wow! What a chemistry and what a story. His denial of his wants and her totally openness and vulnerability was such an emotional rollercoaster. Danger, intrigue and plenty of great character made this one great read. Recommended. ","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"JennT","rating":"5","title":"Intense and Enrapturing","text":"Ava has been living under the shadow of her death and the demand for their drug patent for ten years, never colouring outside the lines or having any adventures. Caid is growly and gruff, with baggage heaped upon more emotional baggage, and co-owner of The Club. These two come together under stressful circumstances, but something beautiful and strong develops. This story engaged all of my emotions, from warm fuzzies to heartbreak. I loved Ava and Caid’s story… I think I’m left with a bit of a book hangover now that it’s done.","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Ade K","rating":"5","title":"I do recommend","text":"This story goes beyond romance and examines various themes-trauma, bullying, low self esteem. It should have come with a trigger warning.\r\nI wasn’t sure what to expect when I started out reading but the author did not disappoint and her A-Game was on from the first few pages.\r\nThere is an exploration of subtle BDSM. \r\nThe suspense, the intrigue is completely outstanding. The character development and details are rich and they are relatable. \r\nI couldn’t understand why Caid treated Ava the way he did but it stems from his experience. Asides that, it was a beautifully written story with lots of action, suspense and intrigue. The setting was wonderful, the romance scenes were intense and smoky.\r\nI’m glad I picked this book and look forward to reading more from this author.","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Kwallywoman","rating":"5","title":"Great story to read","text":"Ava had spent most of her adult life avoiding fun, people and her creepy uncle. Now she found friends and especially Caid. Can she have everything she ever wanted.\r\n\r\nGreat story. Lots of twists and turns that leave you on the edge of your seat at times. ","date":"27th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Di Budo","rating":"5","title":"The writing was fantastic","text":"I found this book very gripping and difficult to put down. The writing was fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I loved the character development and the world created in this book.","date":"13th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Courtney C","rating":"5","title":"I loved the book","text":"This was a new author for me . I never read anything from this author before but for the most part I really liked this book. I thought the whole story was amazing. I honestly didn’t want this book to end. I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with on the next book they write. I usually judge a book from the cover because for me it shows if it’s going to be interesting or not and I loved the book.","date":"13th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Kimmijane","rating":"5","title":"So good!!!","text":"I like how the relationship between Caid and Ava progressed from she’s too innocent to he finds her irresistible. The characters were so charming that it felt like they were my friends\u002ffamily too. ","date":"13th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Sarah ES","rating":"5","title":"HOT, HOT, HOT and oh so sweet!!","text":"The oh so perfectly sweet, spicy, and HOT romance book you didn’t know you needed!! This book has it all! There is action, romance, and plenty of steam to keep you engaged until the end. From the twists and turns to the nonstop roller coaster of romance this is a book that will be hard to put down. Loved every page of this book. ","date":"13th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Emily R","rating":"5","title":"Couldn’t put it down","text":"I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about this book at first, and it pleasantly surprised me. I thought I’d thoroughly dislike Kincaid based on the first real insight into him, and I did for a while, until it revealed why he was who he was. Ava, I loved from the beginning. Her innocence mixed with her resilience and the fierce loyalty and protectiveness she has for those she loves, struck something deep within me. Watching her romance bloom along with their struggles dealing with a certain uncle, had me hooked as deeply into this book as humanly possible. I started reading it and simple couldn’t put it down until I finished. The book was nothing short of heart wrenching in parts and also made me smile so hard my jaws hurt at other parts. The constant twists and turns and anticipation made it that much better. I can only hope the author will decide to write a few more books focusing on other characters within this.","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Silke","rating":"4","title":"Romantic suspense with a twist","text":"Five of Clubs is a romantic suspense story with a touch of kink. Caid and Ava are both very relatable characters, both not quite what they seem at first glance. I liked to get the story told from both their POVs. There is steam, there is danger, there is suspense and there are great friends who help save the day and get them to their well-deserved HEA. They certainly deserve their own story and I hope to read those one day!","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Di Ketchup","rating":"5","title":"panty-melting","text":"Very entertaining! Kind of had a 50 Shades feel!\r\nI felt like there were some holes in the story but it would be a good mindless beach read.","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Envy","rating":"4","title":"Fantasy","text":"Caid was such a jerk to Ava, she opened her heart and soul to him, for him to crush her more than once, yes he has demons in his past but why unleash on the person who loves you, faults and all.\r\nAva was so strong, she lost both parents tragically while still young and has disgusting sudo-uncle that just wants her for her parents patents, he will stop at nothing, hurting her friends and her and through all that torment and pain she stays true to her friends.\r\n\r\nIt’s take Ava walking\u002frunning away for Caid to face his biggest demon.\r\n\r\nI hope this was just the start of a series, can guess what their news is, would love to know about all the others, Harper, Mason, Wyatt, Hudson, Grace, Carter and especially Mac.","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Gkp2460","rating":"5","title":"FANTASTIC STORY","text":"I have found a fantastic new to me author! Five Of Clubs is an excellent story that grabs you right from the start. I absolutely couldn't put it down until I finished it. My heart broke for both Caid and Ava for very different reasons. They both were seeking something in their lives and I don't think they even realized what they were looking for until they found each other. Then there's the other characters, they are a blast and I really hope we get more about them. ","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Anij","rating":"5","title":" “I should have known there’s no world where Caid would be interested in me.”","text":"I read the first three chapters as a sample and immediately found myself pulled into Caid and Ava’s world so I downloaded the book and read it in one evening. This book is so good! The main characters are fantastic, their friends are amazing and the story is wonderful roller coaster that took me on an emotionally satisfying ride.\r\n\r\nI love, love, love Caid! He is so incredible. It was so much fun watching him fall in love and be so completely clueless that he was. Ava. What a sweetheart. So kind, generous and surprisingly insecure. And her inner-dialogues were so funny! She is truly Awesome! No wonder Caid fell for her. How could he not?\r\n\r\nI hated that the book had to end and I’m hoping for a couple of spin offs. I want Wyatt, Mace and Harper to each get their love stories, too.","date":"6th Sep 2022"},{"name":"Alison J","rating":"4","title":"Great book","text":"Great book. I have recently gotten into these darker romance books and I loved this one. It was a great blend of plot and spice.","date":"6th Sep 2022"}]},"bulk_discount_rates":[],"meta_keywords":"","show_quantity_input":0,"title":"Five of Clubs by Claudia Landres","gift_wrapping_available":false,"min_purchase_quantity":0,"customizations":[],"images":[{"data":"https:\u002f\u002fcdn11.bigcommerce.com\u002fs-21532\u002fimages\u002fstencil\u002f{:size}\u002fproducts\u002f3028\u002f3305\u002fFiveclubs1l__05389.1661726644.jpg?c=2","alt":"Genre: Erotic BDSM Romance\n\nHeat Level: 3\n\nWord Count: 90, 000\n\nISBN: 978-0-3695-0680-1\n\nEditor: Audrey Bobak\n\nCover Artist: Jay Aheer"}]}