Love by Design, Series by J.R. James

Librarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B00ECNSNXM. Nicholas is the urbane, cool, calm, very controlled and controlling CEO of a successful marketing company, until he meets Eleanor, the head of his design department, who, with her impulsive - almost reckless - spontaneity, soon breaks down his reserve. Their first meeting is less than auspiscious, with Eleanor summoned to Nicholas' office to explain discrepancies in her department's accounts... moreLibrarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B00ECNSNXM. Nicholas is the urbane, cool, calm, very controlled and controlling CEO of a successful marketing company, until he meets Eleanor, the head of his design department, who, with her impulsive - almost reckless - spontaneity, soon breaks down his reserve. Their first meeting is less than auspiscious, with Eleanor summoned to Nicholas' office to explain discrepancies in her department's accounts. Nicholas, despite his usually guarded approach to relationships, finds himself drawn to Eleanor in a way that comes to consume him and expose his vulnerabilities. Eleanor, by contrast, is not in the least guarded, being very open and responsive, possibly slightly naive, and she is soon in his thrall. Nicholas doesn't believe in love. Eleanor believes in fairytales. Are they a match made in Heaven? Can Eleanor be with Nicholas without being destroyed by him? Does Nicholas want more than she can give? Can he control her? Will he love her? Where does the power dynamic really lie? This is a love story for the modern age and as such contains strong language and descriptions of consensual sexual activity, not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. 'Love by Design - Taken in Hand' is the first of three books about Nicholas and Eleanor, but is also a complete novel of 50,000+ words, which starts to explore their developing relationship, with a satisfactory ending at a natural pause in the story. As the first book in the series it is relatively light-hearted, detailing the initial stage of their blossoming romance. less

Librarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B00ELO6ZE6. Nick and Ellie's love story continues, as they get to know each other, and become consumed by a passion that threatens to derail them with its intensity. This is the second book in the 'Love by Design' trilogy, exploring the dominant/submissive dynamic in the developing relationship between Nicholas, the wealthy and controlling CEO of a successful marketing company, and Eleanor, the head of his design department... moreLibrarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B00ELO6ZE6. Nick and Ellie's love story continues, as they get to know each other, and become consumed by a passion that threatens to derail them with its intensity. This is the second book in the 'Love by Design' trilogy, exploring the dominant/submissive dynamic in the developing relationship between Nicholas, the wealthy and controlling CEO of a successful marketing company, and Eleanor, the head of his design department. In 'Taken Further', Eleanor becomes increasingly, and painfully, aware of Nicholas' dominant tendencies, while her own independent and wilful streak, makes her hesitant about fully embracing the submissive aspects of her nature. As Nicholas struggles to reconcile his feelings for Eleanor with his deep-seated need for control, Eleanor is forced to confront her own sexual desires. Can they find a way to be with each other? Can Nicholas hold on to Eleanor? Is love enough? This is a love story for the modern age and as such contains descriptions of consensual sexual activities, strong language, and elements of BDSM. Not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. 'Love by Design - Taken Further' is a novel of 64,000+ words and the second of three books about Nicholas and Eleanor. The complete trilogy explores the complex relationship between two people falling in love and establishing the parameters of a dominant/submissive dynamic. less

Librarian's note: This is an alternate cover edition for ASIN: B00F0XKRDM There are twists, turns and revelations, in this, the final part in the story of Nicholas and Eleanor. Is there a future for Nick and Ellie? Can they find a way to be with each other? Will love triumph? This book contains adult material, including explicit language and descriptions of activities involving BDSM and consensual sex. NOT SUITABLE FOR PERSONS UNDER EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE.