Club Decadence Series by Maddie Taylor

In the summer of 1979, single, smart, college-bound Joanna Beckett has her eye on the future. She isn't looking for love, but when she runs into Captain Peter Davis, who is nearly ten years her senior, she is smitten and falls for his warm heart, sharp mind, and commanding embrace. Despite his commitment to his career, Peter can't resist funny, flirtatious Joanna. Although she’s too young and occasionally too sassy for her own good, she’s an Army brat and knows separations are part of the deal... moreIn the summer of 1979, single, smart, college-bound Joanna Beckett has her eye on the future. She isn't looking for love, but when she runs into Captain Peter Davis, who is nearly ten years her senior, she is smitten and falls for his warm heart, sharp mind, and commanding embrace. Despite his commitment to his career, Peter can't resist funny, flirtatious Joanna. Although she’s too young and occasionally too sassy for her own good, she’s an Army brat and knows separations are part of the deal. After a whirlwind romance, he makes Joanna his blushing bride. As this duo navigates the highs and lows of building a life together, their very special love leads to the founding of Club Decadence. But can this thirty-plus-year marriage survive Peter's desire to un-retire from the service just as Joanna finally gets the chance to be the only priority in his life? less

Special Forces Captain Tony Rossi is back from Afghanistan and ready to settle into civilian life. He has his business affairs in order and is now ready get on with the personal business of Megan Sinclair. Kept apart for 15 years by distance and circumstance, those barriers no longer exist and Tony is ready to claim his woman... moreSpecial Forces Captain Tony Rossi is back from Afghanistan and ready to settle into civilian life. He has his business affairs in order and is now ready get on with the personal business of Megan Sinclair. Kept apart for 15 years by distance and circumstance, those barriers no longer exist and Tony is ready to claim his woman. Will she be willing to accept his belief in a traditional relationship where the man is the head of the household? What about his part-ownership in the local bondage club? He is determined to win her no matter the obstacles that get in his way. Megan, for her part, has loved him since high school but believes he just thinks of her as a cute, kid sister. When she realizes that Tony is interested, it's a double-edged sword. As an independent business woman can she conform to Tony's old fashioned beliefs and demands and be spanked? Can she bring all her secret fantasies to life and submit? Finally, when they are both available to work on a relationship, life interferes. Megan accidentally becomes embroiled in the conspiracies of a local drug dealer with ties to a Mexican drug cartel. Tony must keep her safe at all costs, something that now she is not at all sure she wants. When fantasy meets reality, bottoms get sore and suddenly that's not quite so much fun. Or is it? This extra-long romantic story contains non-consensual and consensual domestic discipline and spanking, including mild BDSM elements. less

Special Forces Chief Warrant Officer Rick Spencer is back from Afghanistan and ready to reacquaint himself with his wife of 3 years. But something is wrong. They have loved each other for a decade but have never really lived together. Now they must learn how to live as ordinary couple, as ordinary as an old fashioned traditional relationship can be. Regan, for her part, has been an independent woman with her husband oversees... moreSpecial Forces Chief Warrant Officer Rick Spencer is back from Afghanistan and ready to reacquaint himself with his wife of 3 years. But something is wrong. They have loved each other for a decade but have never really lived together. Now they must learn how to live as ordinary couple, as ordinary as an old fashioned traditional relationship can be. Regan, for her part, has been an independent woman with her husband oversees. Now she must hand the reigns back to her dominant head of household. And what about her secret? Can she trust him or could it ruin what they were trying to rebuild. Can she ask him to make that sacrifice? As Maddie Taylor continues her series of these oh so sexy doms and their feisty submissive, we return to Club Decadence for more BDSM fun and games. We meet up with old friends as they continue their journey through DD relationships. And we delve into the intrigue and danger as the ex-Green Berets of Rossi Security work to rid their home state of Texas of the insidious evil of a Mexican drug cartel. Rick must keep her safe, even if that means spanking her to keep her safe from herself. This romantic and at times heartbreaking story contains non-consensual and consensual domestic discipline and spanking, including mild BDSM elements. less

When her dark and painful secret becomes too heavy to bear, the only way Elena Lopez can deal with it is by running. Leaving her friends, family, and the love of her life behind, she sets out with the intention of starting over as far away from her demons as she can go. But the promise of a brand-new life is as empty and hollow as living with her grief and shame, and it isn't long before her father's declining health gives her a reason to come home... moreWhen her dark and painful secret becomes too heavy to bear, the only way Elena Lopez can deal with it is by running. Leaving her friends, family, and the love of her life behind, she sets out with the intention of starting over as far away from her demons as she can go. But the promise of a brand-new life is as empty and hollow as living with her grief and shame, and it isn't long before her father's declining health gives her a reason to come home.Master Sergeant Dex Russell hasn't been the same since leaving the Army, but it isn't the horrors of war that haunt him. Losing Elena was a devastating blow, rendering him an empty shell of the once-good-natured, outgoing man he used to be. When Elena dares to return, the Rossi Security team decides it needs her help to further the ongoing cartel investigation, leaving Dex with no choice but to spend time with the woman whose love and devotion once filled him completely. Can their powerful physical attraction be a stepping stone to healing their broken hearts?Before Dex can reclaim his little light and take her to task for the one-sided decisions that ripped them apart, the threat from Elena's past must be fully dealt with. As danger closes in on Rossi Security and its inner circle, rebuilding trust isn't the only battle this couple must fight to secure the second chance they both need. less

Unlucky in love and gun-shy after the epic failure that was her marriage, Lexie Berry is looking for nothing more than a girl’s night out as she joins her friends for drinks and good music at Club Decadence. She didn’t plan on sexy Master Jonas capturing her eye and sparking more than her interest. He’s a Dom though and she hasn’t had sex in six years, not since her husband had violently attacked her in a drunken rage... moreUnlucky in love and gun-shy after the epic failure that was her marriage, Lexie Berry is looking for nothing more than a girl’s night out as she joins her friends for drinks and good music at Club Decadence. She didn’t plan on sexy Master Jonas capturing her eye and sparking more than her interest. He’s a Dom though and she hasn’t had sex in six years, not since her husband had violently attacked her in a drunken rage. But he’s an expert at rope bondage, her guilty fantasy that she’s keep secret for years. In fact, he teaches classes in Shibari at his new MMA studio. Can she move beyond her past and be brave enough to explore with Jonas. Can he be the one to unbind her constricted and bruised heart. Jonas Mitchell: Rossi agent, ex-Green Beret and karate grand master, is looking for a submissive. Tired of the revolving door of subs at The Club, he’d like to settle into a long-term relationship and find happiness like many of his friends. Lexie seems perfect for him, she’s tall, beautiful, experienced in some of the softer, more sensual martial arts and best of all, she is submissive. He can tell, but she hasn’t realized it yet, never exploring that side of her personality. Lexie, he finds she knows more and has more of an interest than she lets on. He decides to take her under his wing, introduce her to BDSM and Shibari, as they explore a D/s relationship. As Jonas and Lexie grow closer, the Mendoza cartel infiltrates southwest Texas despite the efforts of the Rossi group and the joint taskforce. It once again hits too close to home in a near fatal shoot with the Mendoza kingpin himself at the clinic where Lexie works. In the midst of this violence, the blackmail threats continue in an attempt to close Club Decadence down, for good. Catch up with old friends in this latest edition to the Club Decadence series, as fast paced, intriguing, and full of BDSM adventures as the others in the series. less

Mara Westbrook knows precisely what it's like to have no one to rely on. It's one of the many life experiences that makes her such a wonderful nurse. Tending to the wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Medical Center gives her purpose, and one very irresistible patient constantly reminds her that someday, when she's finally made peace with her past, she wants nothing more than to experience real love. The only light in Master Sergeant Sean O'Brien's dark days is his night nurse, Mara... moreMara Westbrook knows precisely what it's like to have no one to rely on. It's one of the many life experiences that makes her such a wonderful nurse. Tending to the wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Medical Center gives her purpose, and one very irresistible patient constantly reminds her that someday, when she's finally made peace with her past, she wants nothing more than to experience real love. The only light in Master Sergeant Sean O'Brien's dark days is his night nurse, Mara. Her humor, tender smiles, and endless kindness ease the pain of his wounds, and the sight of her shapely form in scrubs helps him appreciate that he survived the gruesome realities of combat. As they begin to let each other in, the sparks between them quickly ignite. But the past is never far behind, and evil men are intent on catching up with Mara. Hopelessly caught in a wicked web of deceit with her happiness on the line, she makes an unthinkable choice. Yet no matter how far she runs, there is no escape from her shameful secrets or the danger bearing down on her. Fate intervenes and forces Mara to trust Sean and the Rossi Security team for protection if she intends to survive. As Sean learns the shocking truth about Mara's past and discovers she is the key to bringing down the Mendoza cartel once and for all, he's faced with a choice of his own. Can he forgive Mara's betrayal and give their once-in-a-lifetime love the second chance it deserves? less

Detective Angela Hixson has spent years watching her girlfriends, one after another, succumb to the charming, drop-dead gorgeous, but often times too domineering investigators at Rossi Security. When her boss chooses her for a dangerous undercover operation, Angie is determined to resist temptation. She quickly parts with her preconceived notions as she learns through trial by fire what falling for one of them means... moreDetective Angela Hixson has spent years watching her girlfriends, one after another, succumb to the charming, drop-dead gorgeous, but often times too domineering investigators at Rossi Security. When her boss chooses her for a dangerous undercover operation, Angie is determined to resist temptation. She quickly parts with her preconceived notions as she learns through trial by fire what falling for one of them means. Antonio 'Lil T' Minelli is an ex-Green Beret who now spends his days as a covert ops specialist for Rossi Security and his nights with less dangerous pursuits at Club Decadence. As cool as he is capable, he's not interested in commitments. He prefers to keep his personal life casual and fully contained to the club. As work - and then play - bring this pair together again and again, their chemistry is impossible to ignore. The more they resist one another, the stronger their mutual attraction becomes. Angie knows she risks losing her heart to a man who is incapable of giving his own in return. Will her surrender to the inevitable convince Antonio to finally let go of his painful past and take a chance on love? less

He always plays by the rules.But almost losing the woman he can’t live without changes the game.After years of searching for the man of her dreams, legal secretary Olivia Wright has all but given up on finding him. With a past full of heartbreak and intermittent dry spells, she is nearly resigned to the life of loneliness that seems to be her fate. She can't even garner the attention of her incredibly handsome boss, although she's certainly tried... moreHe always plays by the rules.But almost losing the woman he can’t live without changes the game.After years of searching for the man of her dreams, legal secretary Olivia Wright has all but given up on finding him. With a past full of heartbreak and intermittent dry spells, she is nearly resigned to the life of loneliness that seems to be her fate. She can't even garner the attention of her incredibly handsome boss, although she's certainly tried. Discouraged, Olivia is left with no choice except to move on. When she procures an invitation to Club Decadence, the most exclusive club in the state, it seems her luck might finally be changing. Dapper, dynamic, and disciplined, Joseph Hooks is not your average attorney. He's shamelessly smart, effortlessly powerful, and a stickler for following the rules. Intimidating his opponents in the courtroom comes naturally. And no matter whom he's facing off against, he never loses control. Until he spots his strictly vanilla secretary taking part in a new member recruitment event at his club. It's hard enough for Joseph to ignore Olivia at work, watching her with another man would be impossible to bear. Despite his attempts to exercise caution, work and play finally collide. The electricity sparking between him and Olivia for three long years must finally be dealt with. Giving in to temptation will change everything, but Joseph is hopelessly enamored. No matter the obstacles they must hurdle, he's not letting her off his hook. less

When duty and desire collide, will he choose loyalty over love?In the wake of tragedy, young widow and empty nester Marilee Hoffman vows never to open her heart again after losing her husband. While family and friends move on, she simply can't bring herself to do the same. Despite yearning for a dominant's touch, she can't let go of her past in order to connect with and fully submit to anyone new... moreWhen duty and desire collide, will he choose loyalty over love?In the wake of tragedy, young widow and empty nester Marilee Hoffman vows never to open her heart again after losing her husband. While family and friends move on, she simply can't bring herself to do the same. Despite yearning for a dominant's touch, she can't let go of her past in order to connect with and fully submit to anyone new.On a special assignment for MI6, agent Arturo Durand finds himself halfway across the world in the backyard of his old friend and colleague, Tony Rossi. Securing the assistance of the Rossi Team in his ongoing investigation is all Arturo intends to do, but he can't resist the temptation of Club Decadence. When fate intervenes during play time and pairs him with a lovely but reserved young widow, their mutual attraction is impossible to ignore. One night at a time, Arturo breaks down the walls Mari has built around her broken heart. But when the ongoing investigation leads him straight to her dead husband, Arturo must choose between his lifetime of loyalty to the crown and the growing feelings he has for his new prime suspect. Though he's certain of her innocence, he's quickly running out of time to prove it. And once she discovers his true identity, how can he protect her from the crushing pain of a second betrayal? Will he find a way to prove she is more than just his mission, or must he sacrifice his desire for duty?Publisher's Betrayed is the eighth book in the Club Decadence series. Originally titled French Kiss from the Decadence Nights series. It has also been revised, re-edited, and given a beautiful new cover. All the books in the series are steamy, suspense-filled romances that contain power exchange, BDSM themes, and scenes with graphic violence, which may be disturbing to some. less

In a world swirling with secrets and lies, can their passion survive? After her mob boss father sends his men to kill her, Isabell Giordano runs from the only life she’s ever known. Unable to stay in one place for long, she changes her identity as frequently, keeping one step ahead of certain death. Despite her past threatening to haunt her forever, she lands a job waitressing at a private club, where a dashing, protective older man catches her eye... moreIn a world swirling with secrets and lies, can their passion survive? After her mob boss father sends his men to kill her, Isabell Giordano runs from the only life she’s ever known. Unable to stay in one place for long, she changes her identity as frequently, keeping one step ahead of certain death. Despite her past threatening to haunt her forever, she lands a job waitressing at a private club, where a dashing, protective older man catches her eye. Bella dreams about the possibilities the future might hold. If only she could trust that her luck might be changing. Dan Ogilvie’s romantic intuition has never amounted to much, but his service as a Marine and his career as a cop has sharpened his detective’s gut instincts. When an unfortunate incident with a pitcher of frozen margaritas brings him face-to-face with the newest waitress at Club Decadence, the gorgeous yet mysterious young lady intrigues him. Digging into Bella’s past leads to dead ends at every turn, and Dan's growing feelings for her are getting in the way of uncovering her secrets. When mob goons arrive at her door, Dan’s questions become his worst fears. He’s prepared to use all of Rossi Security’s resources to keep her safe and eliminate her father’s threats once and for all. But as the dust clears and Bella is left stunned, her trust shaken, can Dan convince her that their love is worth the risk? less