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Break Me Slowly

By: Joya Ryan
Narrated by: Jennifer Stark
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Graduate student Katelyn Gunn is headed for her first day of assistant teaching when she is almost hit by a car. The nervous and inexperienced Kate is shocked to realize that it isn’t the near-death experience that has her heart racing, but the sinfully sexy man behind the wheel. Adam Kinkade is ultra-wealthy, devastatingly handsome, and the most powerful distribution mogul in Chicago - he is also the first man who ignites emotions inside of her other than fear. Adam is a man used to getting what he wants. And he wants Katelyn - naked and often. Willing to stop at nothing to possess her, he relentlessly peruses Kate only to discover that it is she who possesses him - completely.

Kate quickly realizes that Adam has secrets of his own, secrets dark enough to break the walls she keeps so firmly in place. Passion turns to possession, and Adam’s controlling nature and seductive hands sparks a desire so strong, it destroys her own demons. But when desire turns to addiction, Kate fears that it will rage too hot, and shatter her sanity.

©2013 Joya Ryan (P)2013 Audible, Inc. Contemporary

Editorial reviews

When graduate student Katelyn Gunn distractedly walks in front of the wealthy and powerful business magnate Adam Kinkade's car, it changes her life - though the car didn't hit Kate, Adam's sheer animal magnetism struck her with full force. Break Me Slowly's virginal Katelyn comes to life in a compelling performance from Jennifer Stark, who neatly captures the beautiful sociology student's heady mix of anxiety and all-consuming desire. Eventually, their steamy romance spirals out of control, riveting listeners as they discover where this deliciously dangerous liaison leads Adam and Katelyn.

Critic reviews

"Haunted pasts, scorching chemistry, page-melting tension...Joya Ryan delivers a love affair so deliciously sinful, you’ll devour it in one sitting." (National best-selling author Marina Adair)
Intense Passion • Enjoyable Romance • Young Expressive Voice • Good Writing • Intriguing Mystery • Raw Seduction

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We get a mix of FSOG and the Crossfire Series... lots of intense sex, a light bondage/dominance, history of abuse, trust issues and that instant love connection. It wasn't the most original story and the main character is another 23 years old virgin who fell in instant lust with another super-controlling and uber-sexy billionaire. Of course, he wants to marry her from the instant she almost got run over by his car. There is real potential, I did like the story, even though its a story that's been told over & over. Katelyn & Adam both had been physically abused as children. Katelyn wore her scars all over her neck and face, but Adam wore his on his heart. The moment he layed eyes on Katelyn, he fell in love with her. He felt the overwhelming need to protect her when she was clearly capable of taking care of herself. Kate has deep issues from her past and struggles with closeness. Any touching is a trigger that causes panic attacks for her. Adam likes control and is a very determined man, but that's basically all we know, apart from the fact that he was abused and he loved Kate. The passion was intense and filled with raw sexual encounters & seduction. Not a bad storyline, but I felt very little connection to the characters. Also, I have to admit that the end of the book was a bit rushed. Obviously, you will need book 2 to continue with the rest of the story.

A mix of FSOG and the Crossfire Series!

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The book was good but it seemed like the short version of 50 Shades and Cross fire. I know someone else said the same thing but I couldn't believe how true they were. I wonder who wrote their book first. I probably would have given 5 stars if hadn't heard it before.

Loved it

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Adam was abused by a parental as a child and so was she ... neither can open up about it. creepy uncle isnt really a finished piece though.

nice dominance

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This is a very good start to a series. The subject matter is a very heavy topic but such a good book.

Really happy I found this book

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Break Me Slowly is a solid story with the same polished billionaire/ naive woman theme as so many other books. Trouble is, there's nothing to make them stand out in the crowd of these books. The main characters (Adam and Katelyn) were similar to the myriad of other books' protagonists with damaged pasts that connect them. Still, it was an enjoyable read. I was just in the mood for spectacular.

Just Another of the Same

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