***New Release*** DECEIT ~ The Nexus Series # 3 ~ by Lainie Suzanne

Growing up in a cult-like religious family, Gina didn’t embrace her parents’ strict rules or their church’s extreme beliefs. After leaving home, then escaping a violent relationship, she ends up working at Nexus. Seeing both D/s play and committed relationships, Gina feels she has found where she belongs.Leo and Gina aren’t really in a relationship. Obviously, they’re attracted to each other, and they play at Nexus sometimes, but there’s something holding both of them back. Gina wants Leo, but at the same time, he scares the crap out of her. As a Dom, Leo demands total surrender from his submissives. He definitely wants Gina, but sees she has some serious trust issues, so she isn’t the ideal sub.

She and Leo try to begin a D/s relationship. Leo slowly introduces her to what he wants in a relationship, and works to expand her boundaries. Having issues in her past, Gina isn’t always certain of her decisions, so she pushes Leo away, thinking it’s what’s best for him. Leo knows there’s something special about her, and he just wants her to see that instead of always doubting herself. No matter how hard she tries, Leo won’t give up on her. He’s very protective of Gina, and that’s exactly what she needs; someone to stand up for her when she isn’t so sure she can stand up for herself.

I love this series by Lainie Suzanne. The struggles Gina has with rejecting her parents’ religious views, maintaining her own spirituality, loving herself, and trusting Leo enough to give him her full submission, and without losing her own identity are issues we can all relate to. The friendships between the women are genuine and strong, as are the close bonds between the guys. They’re a family, and would do anything for each other.

If you’ve read Nexus and Soleil, you know Lainie brings the heat! You’ll also see familiar faces and a few surprises. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.

I received this ARC for an honest review, and I give it 5 stars.