Sweet Possession by Maya Banks (Sweet #5)
Contemporary Romance
April 5, 2011
Trade Paperback
Berkley Trade
Reviewed by Mandi
She’s a singer who lives for the spotlight—and can’t resist her adoring fans…
Outrageous and out-of-control, Lyric Jones is a spoiled pop star who lives hard and fast, always outrunning her past and the nightmares that haunt her. She’s used to getting what she wants—groupies included—because she can’t stand to be alone. So in bed, it’s the more the merrier, even if it means closing off the deepest part of herself…
He’s a hands-on bodyguard—and a one-woman man.
There is nothing Connor Malone wants to do less than babysit the celebratty songstress while she’s on vacation. But part of him relishes taming Lyric and showing her what it’s like to be possessed—body and soul—by one man. And though Lyric’s crazy antics nearly drive Connor to the edge, his quiet intensity penetrates her defenses, leaving them both vulnerable to the secrets that could topple Lyric from the stage.
Sweet Possession is the very first book I have ever read by Maya Banks. I know, I know, I’ve failed in the Maya Banks department! I really like this book because Maya Banks does such a nice job with the heroine, Lyric. Lyric is famous, wealthy, and surrounded by people she doesn’t trust in her life. When Connor becomes head of her security (a job he sooooo doesn’t want) there is immediate dislike between them. But as the reader, you realize that deep down Lyric isn’t really the bitchy, defensive woman she portrays, rather a very vulnerable, sad girl whose life has gotten out of control. With Conner’s help, and the help of his friends, she slowly learns the meaning of trust and family.
Like I said, this is the first I have read by Maya Banks, but if you are familiar with this series, the cast from the previous books play an important role in Lyric’s evolution. Connor and his friends are very overprotective alpha males. This book portrays a fantasy life for a romance reader. There is one scene in particular where the girls all meet in this big mansion with bodyguards and a butler. They have wine and do each other’s hair while the men I don’t know – roam around and do manly things. When they all pass out drunk the boys come back and take care of them. This is the life, right girls? Where is my ticket to this town? Where some might see this over the top, (and again I have not read the previous books where we are introduced to these supporting characters) I found this world to be warm, very sexy, and a very nice escape.
Lyric also has a stalker situation happening which I think is handled nicely in the book. It doesn’t overshadow Lyric’s quest to find peace in her life and love with Connor.
This is labeled as an erotic romance, and while there are plenty of romance scenes, it takes awhile to reach that point, and I almost want to say it feels like the focus of this book is more on their relationship, and Lyric getting to a good place in her life, than just sex. Lyric has a great struggle with intimacy and her ability to trust Connor in sexual physical situations plays an important role in this book.
Sweet Possession is a very sexy book and I am so glad I finally read Maya banks after all of the wonderful recommendations I have received.
Rating: B+
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OHHHHH it’s the new SWEET book, i didn’t realise when i saw your twitter post Mandi!
Now i have a giant SQUEE! I adore this series, such wonderful characters to read about, and now im running like roadrunner to book depository to order this!!
Wonderful review! I hope you enjoy the back set of the sweet series hun, wait until you meet MICAAAAH! two words: PWWWORGH! and MINE!! *giggles*
Oh, and you said it felt like a while before the erotic kicked in, don’t worry, Maya is a terribly delicious TEASE always keeps you waiting. I love that about her LOL!
Yessssss….it is my first one. But I already have book one waiting on my kindle. Hooray! Everyone I talk to about this series mentions Micah ;)
Amy just loves this series. I’ll have to give it another try. Nice review.
I’m going back to book one for sure
I’ve been on the fence about her books, but this sounds like my kind of erotic romance. I like the escapism of the caring Alpha males. ;)
It has really juicy sex scenes…but great story line too!
I am a fan of Maya Banks Suspense Romance series (because of Amy :P) – I definitely have to check this series out now, because I do love her writing. Thanks!
I will have to check out her rom-suspense series..I hear great things :)
OOOh, pretty pretty changes on the smexy site! Very nice!
I’ve read the first two of Maya’s rom-suspense series and they’ve been pretty good. Love those X-Navy Seals/Army Rangers guys! I’ve not read any of her erotic stuff though. I’m on the fence, but I like the fact that you mention that more time is spent on establishing the relationship and not strictly the sexy time.
Helcye – yes, this has a lot of plot…read much more like a contemp than an erotic. But still hot!
Hello pretty new wordpress site. YAY for Mr. Smexy!! I’m so glad you’re finally on the Maya Banks train… :D
:) Yay Mr. Smexy indeed. And Yay Maya Banks!
OMG you lucky girl. All these Maya books still to read. I loved the Sweet series & I’m really looking forward to reading this one.
Hope you enjoy it!
I have heard good things about this author, and always been tempted to read some of her books, but haven’t done so yet. I should definitely try her out soon!! Great Review!
Yes! Try her out. I kick myself I waited so long
Lovely review Mandi – thank you. I don’t think this is the book for me. The heroine…it sounds from your review like there is far more to her than what is on the outside, but…it would be getting through that outside layer. Sorry, that sounds like a terrible reason. Saying that, I loved Maya Banks Be With Me. I thought it really portrayed how a menage relationship would work.
LOL..no…that is why I mention the heroine. She might not work for everyone..I loved her but I understand what you are saying. :)
So glad you took the plunge into the Sweet series! *fist pump* This book was very different from the previous books but it was a nice change of pace for me. I love the unity of the characters in each book. They all play a pivotal role in each other’s lives which makes for a more satisfying read for me. Plus, I get more of Damon in each book and as I’ve told you, he is it for me! Nice review. Hope you enjoy the rest of the series!
I’m looking forward to reading the previous books!