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Incapable

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There are some really interesting themes in this book that dwell in the psychological experiences behind some sexual desires and fantasies, however the execution of the writing leaves a lot to be desire.
The characters are very cliché, we have already seen the innocent girl fall for the messed up billionaire a thousand times. The dialogues seem rushed and very repetitive. And the plot twists are not entirely surprising, although interesting enough to keep you reading.

Would I recommend this book to a fellow reader? If they like the erotica genre, yes but otherwise I think this is a pass

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Grayson and Emmalin, what amazing characters and what amazing chemistry. The hot sexy alpha male meets the women fighting to live. What happens when they spend a night together and the chemistry is off the charts HOT? This is a story of connection, determination. strength, acceptance, romance, and stubbornness. This is a book that enthralled me from the beginning and made me fall in love with all the characters. Thank you for allowing me to read this and write about it honestly.

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Wow was this a good book! I loved those two damaged characters. I wasn’t sure what was wrong with them. Loved that suspense. Can’t wait to read more.

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Incapable by Marie Skye, book one in the Incapable series. A new to me author I will be reading more books by. I enjoyed this first book in a new series. Great character development between Emmalin and Grayson it was perfect for the storyline. The story pulled me in from the first page and kept me going back to read more. Even with the erotic parts of the story it still had a strong storyline. I look forward to reading more books in this series and more books by Marie Skye.

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I just had a hard time getting through the book. It took me 3 days and I kept putting it down. I think it was because of Grayson. I just did not like that dude, at all. He was driving me crazy left and right. I'm all for an Alpha, but he was really extreme.

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Holy crap. Loads of messed up scenes and people. Deep pain and deep love.
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I have to say I was not expecting this type of writing and story from an independent author, but I have learned to never judge a book before cracking the cover.

This book is longer than the average book and at first I was getting frustrated with the amount of back and forth situations. However, once I got to the last 3/4 of the story, I understood why the author chose to completely develop the characters as she did. WOW

The author brought us a crazy story loaded with hot men, spine tingling sexy scenes, twisted people, controlling men, strong women, and every situation you could imagine. She added in several twists that you are not expecting and gave the reader an overall great story!

A couple of spots I did get lost as to who was leading in the dual POV so make sure to pay attention to chapter changes.

Smoking hot story and I cannot wait till book two, Unjustly Destroyed, which will be coming up shortly.

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This book was above and beyond entertaining. I could not stop reading, was hooked left right and centre. The content was thoroughly pleasing and I was happily pleased with what I read.
The story through the eyes of each character made it even more likeable and gave additional insight into the minds of the two main characters.
Definitely , by far, a must read.

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I loved reading the amazing and captivating erotic romance story. I voluntarily reviewed a copy through NetGalley. After Emmalin spends one unforgettable, passionate night with Grayson Mandrake, Grayson wants more from Emmalin. Grayson is dominant, controlling, but caring toward Emmalin, but Emmalin's feelings are getting in the way and Grayson's domineering ways are confusing. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written full of romance and intrigue, and a must read love story.

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This is an adult romance book. If you like graphic descriptions of sex and discussion of abusive situations. This may be the book for you. I give it three stars because it was well written even though I didn't care for the descriptive adult situations in the book.

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It is the first book I have read by this author and found it to be enjoyable. This is a highly steamy romance with plenty of hot scenes so it may not be for everyone, especially if you like your romances on the sweeter side. Grayson is the absolute alpha male taking care of his woman. However I find him too authoritarian and many times it is just too much. Emmalin seems to try to balance between being submissive and/or rebellious. Though the story starts the expected hot romance story, it is enriched by soft BDSM scenes.

In general I liked the pace of the story and the characters. The author added some mystery to both central heroes, as well as to the rest of the characters. Even the end of the story intrigues the reader with what will follow.

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Fifty Shades fan fiction- not great, but not too bad either.
Grayson is hard to like at first, he's a jerk to everyone but softens up when he meets Emmalin. Emmalin has a reachable and realistic personality that floats the story. It was iffy at first, but the more I read, the more I grew to like Incapable. It definitely has touches of other novels, but is unique in its own right. Fans of Fifty will like it.

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Sometimes you just want something easy to read so I opted for a romance novel. At first it seemed the standard "billionaire unpleasant man beds poor girl in 20 positions and suddenly falls in love" kind of story. What can be good escapist reading but what always sounds very unlikely to me. Who wants to have a relationship with an egoistic nasty person?
So I was surprised to see that in this story things are different.
Yes Greyson is a very overbearing dominant man and he would have me a nervous wreck because I would feel like a prisoner but it becomes clear that it is done with good intentions. His love interest does react different to his behaviour than I would have done. She just let it happen and seems to like it. What made me wonder.
Unlike many of this kind of novels the writer gives a solid explanation of both the persons behaviour: He has lost people dear to him because he did not protect them, she has a past in which she lacked any protection.So they are a good fit. It turned out to be a believable lovestory and had a lot of humor elements as well.
The title incapable in my opinion points to how they are damaged by their personal history.

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Overall I found part 1 to be good with a hot romance.

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Incapable by Marie Skye is the First Book in the "Incapable" series. This is the story of Emmalin and Grayson. Please note that this book does have a cliffhanger to set you up for the next book "Unjustly Destroyed".
Emmalin is dealing with a tragic issue that has affected her whole life and personality. Emmalin tries to mental run from the issue and just works and returns home. Which was her coping action but then Grayson happens. Grayson knows he wants her and will do anything to get Emmalin as his own.
Grayson was the hot alpha male with some issue and Emmalin is the submissive with a trouble past
Looking forward to the next installment~!

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This is the story of Emmalin and Grayson. Grayson is the CEO of the Mandrake Enterprises who is well know for not settling down with just a single woman until he lays his eyes on Emmalin Ross who is working hard on two jobs just so as to survive. Grayson fells in love at first sight and everything changes. He becomes addicted to Emmalin though she has her deamons she just gives into him.

Grayson is the absolute alpha male taking care of his woman. However I find him too authoritarian and many times it is just too much. Emmalin seems to try to balance between being submissive and/or rebellious. Though the story starts the expected hot romance story, it is enriched by soft BDSM scenes.

In general I liked the pace of the story and the characters. The author added some mystery to both central heroes, as well as to the rest of the characters. Even the end of the story intrigues the reader with what will follow.

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A hot, steamy read done with a dual point of view. I enjoyed it.

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Seemed similar to 50 Shades especially the main male character with his dominant personality. The descriptions were written decently when illustrating relationships and thoughts, so good job on that.

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Emmalin:
I've had everything ripped away from me. The love of a family. That word. Love. What’s that like? I do what I have to do, and sometimes that means running away from it all. So, I make myself disappear, and just blend in, because I don’t want to be found. Emmalin is a woman with a past that she is constantly running from, fearful it will catch up to her. She works several jobs to keep herself afloat. While working as a contractor she is invited to a gallery. There she runs into Grayson and her life is changed forever.

Grayson:
I take. Because I can. I claim. Because I can. She was mine the moment I saw her, and I’ll break her soul to keep her. I’m a ruthless asshole. And frankly I don’t care. I always get what I want, and I’m not willing to let her go. Grayson has built himself an empire. He works hard and plays even harder. He considers himself a bit of a sadist. He has only been in love once before and never wants to go through that again. He sleeps with a variety of woman never getting attached. That is until he sees Emmalin at the gallery. He knows right then he will stop at nothing to have her.

This story was a Christian Grey meets Gideon Cross and I loved every minute of it. Emmalin never wants to become a victim again so she is fierce and refuses to let anyone boss her around including Grayson, no matter how much she wants him. Grayson loves this about Emmalin and pursues her even harder. These two embark on a whirlwind relationship. Both of them are constantly battling to find balance. considering their pasts ans the secrets they are keeping from each other. Grayson wants Emmalin and will do anything to have her including making it impossible for her to not need him. Emmalin falls in love with Grayson, but she cannot let him get to close because of her past. Only her best friend Tyler knows what she is hiding.. When the truth comes out Emmalin runs away sending Grayson on a rampage until she comes back.

This book was so good. There were so many twists, turns and levels of deception and miscommunication. It sucked me in from the beginning and kept me hanging on until the end.. The book ends on a heck of a cliffhanger and I cannot wait to see what happens next.. The only thing that I did not like was the book kept switching speakers mid paragraph, which was a little confusing.

This book is definitely a recommendation for me

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Love it! At first I thought OK another 50 shades book, but wow so much better! The storyline behind the characters is well thought and written and just keeps going! Finished this a d started book 2 immediately.... Well written with a great story behind the story.... Reminds me of a beginning of another Alethea Romig

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