the fourth and final 'Marshal's book' on audio. That I was more than happy to listen to the series again from start to finish on audio is definitely an understatement. Neither Mary Calmes nor Tristan James has disappointed me on this series. While I love all things Mary Calmes...'The Marshals' are bar none my favorite and this book was simply the icing on the cake. I would happily take more Ian and Miro any day and in any way that I could get it...whether it's a full length novel, a novella...a short story or if all else fails revisiting the series again and again on audio...these guys just do it for me.

Psst...in case you didn't read my original review which contained a few more thoughts on this story here's a link...Original Review: Twisted and Tied

Without a doubt this is my favorite series by Mary Calmes. I love all of her writings but this one is definitely at the top of my list and with each new story I've come to love all things Miro and Ian.

When things ended in 'Tied Up In Knots' Miro and Ian were planing on tying the knot and between then and now it's become a done deal and life for Ian couldn't be better. He's married to the man of his dreams, his friends are doing well, work is going well...until things at work begin to change and change is not Ian's friend...Ian doesn't do well with change.

While I'm a little late to the party with this one...real life just refuses to quit kicking my backside these day...so my sincerest apologies to both the publisher and the author  and I promise like other reviews there are no spoilers here because regardless of this there's no way I'd want to spoil the awesomeness that was this book.

At the same time as 'Twisted and Tied' brings some things to a close for Ian and Miro, it also opens up a wealth of new possibilities for the author to continue sharing this wonderful world that she has created for us to enjoy, as readers and fans of this series.

'Twisted and Tied' while creating new paths to be traveled in the world of the Marshals has also given closure to others and all while answering some questions and creating new ones.  

There's so much in this book that I loved from beginning to end with all of the changes and connections that came about this was one hella' fun and awesome adventure and I'm so looking forward to seeing what comes next for this series...in the immortal words of Shrek..."Change is good donkey." and in this case it's much of the change that's going to keep this series fresh, interesting, fun and just generally full of Mary Calmes awesomeness!!!

Now without details I just need to say the ending for this story was surprising but not and much of it came to what for me was the natural...even inevitable conclusion. I have to admit the only real issue I have is with the fact that the next installment in this series isn't sitting on my e-reader waiting for me...oh well, good things come to he...mmmmm ....eeerrrr...she who waits, right?

P.S. You also might want to keep a pen and paper handy to keep track of who all shows up for this party because it's a fun and interesting list.

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An ARC of 'Twisted and Tied' was graciously provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

This is book #4 in the Marshals series.  This book can be read as standalone novel.  For reader understanding, and to avoid spoilers, I do not recommend reading this series out of order.

Ian & Miro's story continues with them going on with their lives as a married couple who works together.  Ian has changed up pieces of his life in order to make Miro his priority.  With all that goes on, and there are many surprises in store for the reader, this is a bit of a juggle.

I am not one to give spoilers in my reviews, so I will summarize by saying if you are a true fan of this incredibly satisfying series, you will love this book.  The characters are fun to read with steady banter and humor.  There is always the ever present heat and sparks.  Just an all around good read with these characters inside.  I give this story a 4/5 Kitty's Paws UP!

DNF at 29 %. No rating.



"I understand why you didn't tell me initially. I need you to be honest. Even if that's just you saying you can't do something. That something affected you negatively."
Harry snorted. "Shall I pick a safeword next?" 

I started reading this book a couple weeks ago and had to put it down because it didn't grab me. I gave it another try but realized I just couldn't connect with the characters. Fact is there wasn't any chemistry between Harry, December and me. It's better to bow to the inevitable instead of dragging myself through the whole story at snail's pace.


**ARC courtesy of Painted Sky Press via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**


All quotes are taken from the pre-published copy and may be altered or omitted in the final copy.

Tied & Twisted by Emily Ryan-Davis 
Genres: BDSM, Romantic Suspense 
Published by Ellora's Cave, Taboo 
Published on September 28, 2011 
Format: eBook 
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Tied & Twisted by Emily Ryan-Davis was a quick, erotic read. Throw in some suspense and it had you thinking up who done it scenarios. I picked up free from All Romance eBooks, but it looks like it as gone back to its normal price which is extremely over priced at almost $4 for approximately 75 pages. Glad I got it free, because it really is not worth spending $4 on. Not that it is bad, just overpriced for what you get.

David’s start up business is going well. Securing his customers and being on call for any incident keeps him busy. But one client remains on his mind. No time for relationships, he dreams of her. When her place of business is broken into, he starts to suspect there is more this woman than meets the eye.

Jovanna has a past that she left firmly there. Changing herself and opening her own business has been wonderful, but she needs the release of going to a BDSM club and submitting to release the stress of her life. But when a break-in happens, she knows she needs more security form David.

David feeling the lust, goes to his BDSM club for the first time in a while and instantly recognizes Jovanna. The two have a scene, but David won’t go any further without her knowing who he is, but she has not interest is sharing names.

So the two go through some hoops together on the BDSM stuff, and lusting after each other. Throw in someone is after Jovanna and you have a very short romance and catch the bad guy scenario.

The BDSM is light, but moves up towards the end. Secondary characters are sparse at best. The heroine has an interesting business, but nothing over the top. In general it was just an ok story. Not bad, but not exceptional.