One of the steamiest books I've read in a minute 😍

It's definitely heavier on steam than it is on plot. If that's what you're in the mood for your going to love this. It's a quick pallete cleanser that will scratch your what if Jafar and Jasmine actually got together itch 😍

This was such a ride! Katee Robert is an automatic buy author for me and I was so excited to see this series getting re released! It’s probably one of my favorite retellings I’ve ever read. Jafar and Yasmina are so unbelievably hot. The chemistry is off the charts! And I love how she softens him as well. It’s so well written and the spice scenes are filthy and delicious. I love all the added features at the end of the book! That was so fun! And automatic 5 star and I can’t wait for the next one!

Ever wish Jasmine and Jafar got together? Then this book is for you!! It is soooooo hot and steamy I was waiting for my phone to catch on actual fire. And amazing villian retelling that I am currently obsessed with.

4.5⭐️
3🌶️

Have you guys looked at the DELUXE VERSION? Because it’s unmatched.

This is my favorite Katee Robert’s book and if you read it will be yours too.
I decide to listen to every Katee Roberta books available on my hoopla app because all her books are entraining and I struggle to find good audiobooks. However, THIS WAS AMAZING.
Like SO HOT 🥵 🤦🏽‍♀️
But also I have to confess that I was obsessed with Jafar growing up. SUE ME 🤷🏽‍♀️ Aladdin was boring, Jafar was a dangerous d@ddy and even if I didn’t understand it at that age, deep down I knew it.

I will forever think about this book.
Thank Katee for writing something spectacular and just for me 💀💀🤦🏽‍♀️

I absolutely love this Wicked Villains series - DESPERATE MEASURES (book 1) and LEARN MY LESSON (book 2) are my favorites. This is an Aladdin retelling with Jafar as our main man and Jasmine as his love interest. There's kink, extreme spice (underground sex club run by Hades, anyone?), romance, action, and humor. This is quick paced without any lag and tees you right up for book 2 that follows Meg, Hercules, and gives more backstory on Hades.

I can't say enough good things about this series and I am thrilled there are special editions coming out, which I am going to have to pickup!

Thank you to NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for my honest review (although I already have read and LOVED this book and will be buying the special edition copy!)

This was my first read by Katee Robert, and it did not disappoint. Very riveting. This twist on a familiar story keeps readers engaged from start to finish. I received this as an advance reader copy from Sourcebooks Casablanca and NetGalley. My opinions are my own, freely and honestly given.

Loved reading the engaging and amazing story. Even though Jasmine is attracted to Jafar, she still yearns for her freedom. Read the highly recommended, wonderfully written, and a must read riveting story written by the fabulous and fantastic author, Katee Robert.

ARC Review of Desperate Measures by Katee Robert
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A thrilling twist to a fairytale we know where the villan gets the girl, and the damsell becomes a woman with power...even when in the bedroom she is ready for his pleasure.

Yasmina is no longer under the controlling thumb of her father forcing her into a horrid marriage, but she is now under the control of Jafar. A man she does not want to admit that she desires, and he is not subtle in his wantings of her either. She's his. There is no room to argue.
She went from one cage to another, and this little bird desires her freedom more than anything.
From the penthouse views to the Underworld, Jafar introduces Yasmina to pleasure she has nver known, locking her in and keeping her as his. Safe and sound.
Only, what happens when this little bird escapes him?

Very delicious and naughty. Our princess fights for her freedom but also succumbs to her darkest desires and needs, with lover and friend. Some familiar names pop up and take part in this fantastic dark twisted romance filled with kinks and pleasure. Great little slips of artwork as well!
5 stars!

It is a twist on Aladdin, where Jaffar gets Jasmin instead of Aladdin. This is a very steamy book written incredibly well. I would say it is 70% steam and 30% plot. This book is an excellent slump-buster for the romance reader. It's hard to review this book without giving too much away, but if you want a steamy, he falls first book, this is the one for you!

A saucy take on a villain and princess...

Truth be told, Jafar in the Disney Aladdin movies never did it for me.
However, this saucy take on Jafar, the villain, well, I'm just seeing him in a Whole New Light.
This Jafar is dominant (but good with consent, cuz consent is foxy) and invested in pushing Jasmine's limits and she is only to happy to embrace her submissive side. Jasmine, the princess, is conflicted but down for the dark side.

Desperate Measures is hot as a desert and steamier than being rolled up in a magical rug.
Highly recommend. Word of warning, this is not a Disney version, this is a Katee Robert version.
You've been warned.

Desperate Measures by Katee Robert is a steamy, dark, and wildly unconventional romance that reimagines the classic Disney characters Jasmine and Jafar in ways you could never have expected. If you're looking for a light retelling, this isn’t it—this is an intense and kinky story that dives deep into the dynamics of power, control, and desire.

Jafar is dark, dominating, and dangerous, while Jasmine is independent, fierce, and surprisingly willing to explore her need for submission. The chemistry between them is electric, and their relationship, though unconventional, is one that keeps you hooked from the start. The author does a great job of creating a world where their desires, particularly around the "daddy" and "baby girl" dynamic, feel both believable and central to the plot. If that kink isn’t for you, this book might not be a good fit, but for those who enjoy exploring the edgier side of romance, it delivers in spades.

What really stood out to me was Jasmine’s development as a character. You might expect her to become reliant on Jafar given the intensity of their relationship, but she consistently pushes back, asserting her autonomy in ways that surprised me. Jafar, while domineering, recognizes the importance of her freedom, which adds a layer of complexity to their relationship. Their back-and-forth, both emotionally and sexually, was captivating, though I would have loved more of their history, especially the five years of tension they mention but never fully explore. It felt like a missed opportunity to add depth to their already compelling dynamic.

The book doesn’t shy away from explicit scenes, and they are well-written, with an emphasis on consent throughout. Jafar encourages Jasmine to embrace her desires, never forcing her into anything that makes her uncomfortable, which is refreshing in a story this intense.

While the pacing did feel rushed toward the end, and I wished there had been more build-up to their attraction, the book still delivered a wildly entertaining, sexy, and unconventional romance. I’ll definitely be continuing with this series. If you're ready for a read that will turn your childhood memories upside down and you're comfortable with darker themes, Desperate Measures is worth picking up.

There's nothing quite like a good retelling and Katee Robert does this dark telling of Jasmine and Jafar SO. WELL. The spice was top tier and the story was a fresh take on a classic. Desperate Measures is a story that I will absolutely read again and recommend!

Thank you Sourcebooks Casablanca and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I never knew how much I needed dark Disney stories before reading desperate measures. Now I can't live without them. Katee Roberts manages to not only mix a beautiful story with spice but she does it in a way that is so elegant. It doesn't feel like a erotic novel like many people are forced to believe. They have a world that is so much more and a story that is so much more.

5⭐️ 4🌶️
- MF
- CNC
- Primal
- Spicy Club
- Daddy Dom/Brat
- Group Play

I think this is my favorite Katee Robert book. I don’t remember if this was my first book by her but it is certainly the most memorable to me. So this rerelease was the perfect excuse for a reread. I think I might have enjoyed it even more this time around.

This book is spicy! And while I don’t think this book was particularly dark, it is certainly intense and those CW/TW should be heeded.

I loved this twist on a familiar fairytale. And while Jafar certainly isn’t a prince he isn’t the worst villain in the book. He falls firmly into the category of a morally grey MMC. But while he may be brutal and cruel to others he is such a softie for Yasmina.

I loved Yasmina. She had so much hidden strength and I loved watching her become more confident and powerful.

I really enjoyed the bonus content in the release. There was some stunning art and Katee’s annotations were fun and added a little something extra to this reread.

One of my favorite things I’ve overheard in a bookstore was one shopper hand selling a Katee Robert book to another shopper by saying, “they are a chaos peddler of joy and smut!” No lies detected. Katee Robert’s books are fun. They are a good time and they don’t make me feel bad about enjoying them because Robert is intentional in their writing. Desperate Measures, the first in Robert’s Wicked Villains series is being rereleased with a change to the main character’s name, lots of footnotes, and some artwork. I didn’t appreciate it when I first read it, I think Desperate Measures was the first Katee Robert book I read, but it’s the book where they really let themselves off the leash.

“This was the first book that I wrote out of spiteful joy, incorporating all the things I loved but that 2018 traditional publishing told me I couldn’t do and be successful.”

Yasmina’s father has undervalued her and essentially sold her to Ali in a strategic marriage. Jafar, her father’s second in command, has over thrown her father and claims Yasmina as his prize. But first, he asks for her safe word. Desperate Measures is filled with consensual non-consent, some light daddy kink, and power struggle fought partly through sex. Robert is one of the authors I point to when I talk about moving plot and character development forward through sex scenes.

I love hanging out in the worlds that Katee Robert writes. I really enjoyed the footnotes at the end of every chapter. If you haven’t read any of Robert’s books yet, this is a great place to start. If you have, this is a good edition to have on your shelf.

I received this as an advance reader copy from Sourcebooks Casablanca and NetGalley. My opinions are my own, freely and honestly given.

I love the concept of the Jafar being the good guy, and Aladin being the villain! It was a fun, sexy read!

"Out there, I’ll be your right hand.”
“Yes.”
“In here?”
"In here, I am your baby girl.”

“Spread your thighs, and let Daddy give you a kiss.”

This book was so spicy!!! I am finally diving into the world of fairytale retellings where the villains are the heroes! This is the first book in Katee Roberts’s Wicked Retelling series and I can’t wait to read more books in this series! We read in the beginning about Yelena getting taken prisoner by Jafar, her father‘s right hand man. I loved that while Jafar wanted Yelena, he still made sure that he got consent from her. These steamy scenes were the best part in this book! I wouldn’t expect so many deep conversations between the characters since this book focuses more on the open door scenes. I found the scenes where Elena and Jafar shared with Meg super hot! I’m looking forward to reading her story as I want to know more about her as a character.

Read if you like:
Fairytale retelling
Villain hero
Prisoner heroine
Sex club
Virgin heroine
Daddy kink
MFF scenes
Open door romance
Hero falls first

If y'all were attracted to Jafar in Aladdin especially during THAT scene (iykyk and if you're like me, YOU KNOW!), then this one is for you.

This book is great at the quick and dirty. It gets you there fast and the spice was scandalous in all the right places. Katee as usual knows what she is writing and does it dang well.

The storyline was good and the pacing was quick and kept my attention. This book was incredibly fun and perfect for Disney adults who want to get a little bit dirty.

I absolutely loved Desperate Measures when it originally released and was so excited to see that it was getting a deluxe edition! Yasmina (Jasmine) has always lived in a golden cage. When her father’s man Jafar stages a coup, the owner of her cage changes hands. But Jafar wants Yasmina and the games they play are incredibly satisfying to them both. When a dark threat tries to steal Yasmina away, will their bond be strong enough?

I love how Katee Robert poses the questions of what if Jasmine was interested in Jafar instead and what if Ali (Aladdin) is not the hero that we think we know. I also love how queer this entire series is and it starts here with Yasmina and Jafar. Queerness and villains have been intertwined before, but Katee takes it to an incredible level of steamy romance. Katee masterfully writes about the power exchange between them, the importance of consent, and how Jafar stops everything at Yasmina’s safe word. The romance between Yasmina and Jafar is explosive, spicy, and satisfying. The politics and world-building of Carver City are fascinating and readers meet characters who will feature in later books in the Wicked Villains series.

The deluxe edition includes beautiful new artwork, annotations from Katee, and several bonus short stories. Katee’s annotations are excellent and provide additional insight into the story and their writing process. I loved this return to the story that started it all and can’t wait to see future deluxe editions (because who doesn't love a villain written by Katee Robert!).

Thank you to Katee Robert, Sourcebooks Casablanca, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

For publisher: My review will be posted on Goodreads, Amazon, Storygraph, and Barnes & Noble etc.

Thank you NetGalley and Sourcebook for the free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Katee Robert’s smutty books are the perfect palate cleanser books/pull you out of a book slump. However, be sure to check content warnings: ⚠️

This AU Jasmine (Yasmina) and Jafar with mafia vibes. Jafar is a baddie but Aladdin (Ali) is worse. There are other Disney villains involved and a Hades who has a sex club while running the Underworld. However, it’s not our Hades from Neon Gods!

I enjoyed the art work and footnotes on the recent release, but I hope the physical book has the footnotes at the end of page bc the e-book had them at the end of the chapters so I had to jog my memory.