Follow Me Under

Follow Me Under is even sexier and darker than the first book in the series. Helen Hardt's writing is so captivating and sensual which makes this book impossible to put down. Skye and Braden's relationship is so addicting and I absolutely love reading more of their story.<br /><br />The book picks up right where the story left off. Skye and Braden are in love with each other but she is finding it hard to find out more about him the person rather than his celebrity. Addison Ames, her ex-boss, and Braden's past relationship is still lingering in the back of her mind. Will Braden ever admit what actually happened? If not, will Skye ever be able to let it go?<br /><br />This book is so good because there is so much unknown and dark about Braden. Yes, he is opening up with Skye but still loves control. Things begin to get a little more complicated when Braden begins to want more control of Skye's life and not just in the bedroom. There are times when I feel like he is too demanding especially when he wants Skye to be honest with him when he isn't as transparent when she asks the same of him. But that is what makes this story and relationship so intriguing.<br /><br />As the story goes on, I love that Skye is growing on a personal and business level. She is starting to explore and understand more about what pleasure means to her and what she likes and doesn't like in the bedroom. But she is struggling in this book. I felt the tension the entire time like she was about to break at any moment. She too likes control and it seems like the more control she gives up the more she is losing. She is struggling with her confidence, being a good friend, and just being enough. As she is leading this new high-profile life, she has lost who she is.<br /><br />Braden also grew so much in this book. I don't think he will ever lose his need to dominate or control but he sure began to break down some of his emotional walls. He never thought he could love someone and yet he loves Skye. I think we see just how much he loves her in a couple of beautiful scenes. His love comes through when he sees Skye hurting. <br /><br />There is a big revelation at the end of this book and I am so eager to see how it all plays out in the third book. <br /><br />I give Follow Me Under 5 stars. I love reading about Skye and Braden and this book just took their story to a whole new level. I was intrigued by Braden's dark side, blushed at every sexy scene, and captivated by Skye's personal growth along with her struggles. Helen Hardt's writing continues to dazzle with this series. I am anticipating the conclusion to this series.

Feels 3.5<br />Steam 5<br />Storyline 4<br />Overall Rating 5<br />Kindle eArc provided by Author<br />Reviewed by Lindsey<br /><br />GAHHHH!!!! I am absolutely addicted to this series. I need more! The endings are killing me. I must know how this turns out. The huge secret is driving me insane. Which is exactly what Hardt wants...everyone hooked until the very last word. She nailed it! I can't wait to see how this turns out. It's a deliciously sexy story with lots of detail. The flow is great. It's just a damn good read!

Firstly, you need to read Follow Me Darkly (Book 1) before starting this. <br><br>Helen Hardt delivered an emotionally gripping, addictive and all-consuming continuous of Skye and Braden story. <br><br>Braden and Skye's relationship deepens, the more they fall for each other, the more intense it gets, the chemistry and passion between these two are on fire. However, Skye is struggling with Braden's history with her ex-boss Addison. She has a whole lot of self doubt that she needs to work through. As the story unfolds, even more questions about Braden's past surface and the more mysterious he gets. Will these two be able to make it work? Will Skye move past her self doubt? Or will it ruin her chance at being with the love of her life? What are these secrets that Braden has hidden? <br><br><br>Gah, I need to know more! I need to book 3 now! I NEED ANSWERS!<br>This story has grabbed hold of me. It has my emotions on overdrive, has me swooning like crazy and has me needing to know more about Braden! The author has created a love story that I can't get enough of. It's full of mystery, suspense, passion and heat.. oh so much heat!<br><br>5 Stars! <br><img src="https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1607400136i/30489411._SX540_.jpg" class="gr-hostedUserImg" loading="lazy">

<b>This Series has gotten Darker, Sexier, Kinkier, HOTTER with This Unputdownable Addition. A Gripping Story with its Heart-racing Elements AND The "Omg?!" Cliffhanger that has me counting days until the Finale.</b><br />I fell in love With Braden &amp; Skye a little more here! DEVOURED this within 6hrs.<br /><br />This Book Picks up exactly where the last one ended. And Gladly, Skye Confronts Braden about the Reason of his Breakup with Addison, Skye's Ex-boss, 10yrs ago. But Braden's as Secretive as ever...And What happened Years ago has nothing to do with what's happening NOW b/w Skye &amp; Him. She's still curious, It's His 1 major Secret after all, but decides to let it go for Now.<br /><br /><b>Braden Never meant to fall in love With Skye, but he did (&amp; they've already confessed it In previous book!)...&amp; Now Resisting it is Proving Futile.</b><br />Skye's learning to surrender her control. Braden's a Dom through &amp; through, that's unchangeable. I loved seeing him opening up here, both Emotionally &amp; with his Secrets. But he's still keeping Secrets..While demanding All of hers.<br /><br /><b>"What exactly do I feel when I surrender my control to Braden, the man I love? Liberated. I feel fucking liberated."</b><br /><br /><i>Trust is Important, They have it. Right?</i><br />So, I was hoping we delve into Deeper BDSM here &amp; We Did. It was Fucking Blazing hot &amp; Enlightening! As story Progresses, They explored The Sensual Side &amp; Bondage.<br /><b>“...There’s more to sex than cock in pussy. A lot more. And Skye, we’ve only just begun.”</b><br /><br /><i>There are Roses but there are thorns too..</i><br /> Addison popping up at work with her Snarky remarks is Troubling. Also, His Controlling nature is Bleeding into Skye's Daily life now &amp; THAT'S becoming a problem. Skye's Climbing the Instagram influencer Ladder, Finding her darker side with Braden..But is she losing herself in the process? Is She losing her essence &amp; leaving her Friends behind?<br /><br /><b>"I will not yield control of the rest of my life to anyone. Not even Braden Black."</b><br /><br />Even though Identity Crisis was Getting to her, Braden &amp; Skye grow Closer here. ~Swoony Gifts, Dates, Talks, Swoons, Meeting his Family, Future, Shopping..<br />Braden shows his more Sides, not only kinky but emotional &amp; caring too!<br /><b>"This man will be my undoing. He’s stoic and controlling and a giant pain in my ass one minute. The next he’s loving and generous and thoughtful and romantic the next." </b><br /><br />Even more Surprising, The Kinks helped her center in the Chaos. Unleashing a Side of her that neither expected. ~The Manhattan trip, Finding THE Book &amp; going to a BDSM club *So much fun* only fueled it.<br /><b>“Are you ready, Skye?”<br />“For…all of this?”<br />“To follow me under. To the darkest side of my fantasies.”<br />I swallow, my heart stampeding. “Yes, Braden. I’m ready.”</b><br /><br />Bondage gave her relief. &amp; After a particularly Shitty day (So much happens..), she craved it. She's breaking &amp; Braden can't stand her Sadness, so gives her that... But He underestimated her limits. What happens when she wants Something that is HIS Hard-limit? Is it Gameover for them OR can they move on?<br /><b>"It's the more that's the issue."</b><br /><i>So this is How 'Follow me under' ended, with a big Revelation &amp; their Relationship in peril!! I wonder what's next for them &amp; I want her to find all of his Secrets, So excited for the Finale?.</i><br /><br />P.S. I loved her Friends, I hope Skye will be able make it right with Tessa. Braden's Bro is Fun!<br />P.P.S. This book was also in One POV-Skye's. It goes well with the Suspense about Braden. But, omg, I so wish to get in his head. Having his PoV (even if it's just a bonus) will be great!<br />**<i>ARC Received for a Honest Review.</i>**<br /><a href="https://m.facebook.com/ToonasaLovesBooks/" rel="nofollow noopener">FB Page</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/toonasa.loves.books/" rel="nofollow noopener">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.bookbub.com/profile/89245731" rel="nofollow noopener">Bookbub</a>

You must read book 1 to fully grasp the characters and the story happening in book 2. <br />I read Follow Me Darkly and was eagerly anticipating Follow Me Under. <br />Follow Me Under picks right where Follow Me Darkly ends. No time has passed. The story does have a quick pace to it. However, there are moments where the story feels unoriginal. <br />However outside of the quick pace and a very good amount of steam (Author can bring the steam and spice for sure.) This story fell a lot of flat for me. <br />Skye continues to feel immature and stunted. In book one she seemed naive and hopeful in book two she feels petty and childish in her behaviors. Her response do seem to fall in line with someone constantly seeking approval. She does not have the confidence to truly sell herself as an influencer. Her desire to be “Like” her former boss made her very tepid. <br />The author knows how to write an alpha hero. But Braden kind of hero rubbed me the wrong way. He pushes for trust but keeps secrets. What little I know of true BDSM relationship openness and communication is imperative. There was zero communication and so many secrets in this relationship none of it fit together. Braden isn’t likeable at all. He has no redeemable qualities. Too demanding, too bossy. I also feel like there was not a big OMG moment in this book and didn’t feel like anything major happened. The story, character development comes off as lukewarm for me. I do however, plan on reading book 3, as I would like some conclusion to the story.

My heart is tied up in knots! Follow Me Under continues with the Braden and Skye's journey to find love among their chaotic lives. A beautifully dark continuation of Tessa and Braden's story that will leave you breathlessly awaiting the conclusion in Follow Me Always. My heart was not prepared for the emotional highs and lows you'll go through as the reader, but I couldn't put this book down once I started!<br /><br />Blog review is live - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow" href="https://yeahorneighreviews.blogspot.com/2021/01/follow-me-under-by-helen-hardt.html">https://yeahorneighreviews.blogspot.c...</a>

This book is a boring dragging mess!<br /><br />Considering that this is an ARC that i procrastinated for more than a year to read, I'll come up with my honest review someday, that will probably be better than this random story of a girl who doesn't know what she wants or who she is or anything at all, and her love interest that only tells her to shut up, like to play with ropes, and have a secret since book one that no one cares.<br /><br />I won't even mention how many unnecessary and repetitive words and sentences are here, otherwise I'll probably rewrite the book!<br /><br />Will I be reading the next?<br />Probably, cause i already have it.<br />Will I regret it?<br />Also probably, cause so far, this trilogy sucks!

Mmmmm such a wild ride with Skye and Braden. He is controlling and insightful, always knowing what she needs before she knows it. And oh, that ending... yikes. <br /><br />Hardt is a master of words, building that heat, passion, and anticipation so perfectly!! Cannot wait for the next book!

I'm still very much invested in this series, but book 2 fell a bit flat for me. I was hoping for more moving forward with Skye and Braden's relationship.<br /><br />Trust is everything Braden and he constantly stresses that with Skye, but there's quite a bit he's withholding. And it doesn't sit well with me at all.<br /><br />And this definitely played on Skye's insecurities especially when it comes to her former boss, Addison. That woman has rooted deep into Skye's mind and I want nothing more than for Skye to be rid of her. And Braden will play a huge factor in that, if he's able to break down his walls and is completely open with Skye.<br /><br />Book 2 seemed like a setback for their relationship, but I'm still hopeful for them in the concluding book. <br /><br />I had a tough time connecting with not only Skye and Braden, but their relationship as well. The steam factor is quite spicy! Hardt writes it so well and it's darn right addicting.<br /><br />I can't wait to read the last book especially with the way things ended. There are lots of unknowns and I hope Skye comes out stronger in the end.

Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing for the ARC of this book. All opinions are my own. <br /><br />Now that I’ve had a few minutes to lay down and digest what the heck I just read, my only thought is: W O W. I am gobsmacked. I absolutely devoured Follow Me Darkly when it came out and fell in love with Skye and Braden. This only made it ten times larger. <br /><br />Immediately following the events of Follow Me Darkly, Follow Me Under picks up and never slows down. The quick pacing, the character arcs continuing to grow, the prose, the dynamics- all fantastic and flawless. I truly felt like I went on the journey as Skye. Honestly, I wish I did. This was well thought out and incredibly well executed. It added more to the sexy, but took nothing away from the plot. Watching Skye grow and learn has been beautiful and so fun. I love how she’s becoming confident, yet still depends on Braden. <br /><br />Don’t even get me started on my love for Braden. His walls are slowly coming down and his small gestures truly melt my heart. They only get better and better and I only want one for my own more and more. <br /><br />Helen absolutely smashed it out of the park with Follow Me Under and now I will wallow in the darkness as I await for Follow Me Always. Fantastic. If you’re looking for a great adult romance series with A LOT of spice, look no further!