DNF Review 
 First published on my blog, After Hours at Lilybloombooks 
 I was so excited when I was contacted about reading and reviewing, Taking it All (Surrender Trilogy #3) by Maya Banks. At the time, I was under the assumption that since this was a series, the first two should be read first. So, the publicist send me all three books. Awesome right? 
 I wanted to love this. I have heard so many good things about Maya Banks. Maybe this wasn't the best series to start with? I don't know. I just couldn't get into this book and called it quits at about page 150. 
 The world of BDSM isn't new to me - I read a lot of it. Some people, like me, find it fascinating how they live their life, while others.. don't. So for me, this wasn't an introduction to the world. But it was written as one. The main character, Jose, has needs, desires and wants. But she is nervous about he lifestyle, since she has never lived it. So, there we get the details, explained by Dash, her late husband's best friend. 
 This is what bored me. The two talked and talked and talked. Which is good - considering the life style change for Jose and the unique situation with Dash and all. But it was the same conversation over and over again. I got it the first time - why wouldn't they? 
 The other aspect of the novel that I thought I would like, was the fact the Dash has been in love with Jose for years. Waiting out his time to act since the death of Carter. I can't imagine that turmoil, watching the person you love married to your best friend. He never acted on his affections, but it wasn't a secret between the two either. But what I found odd was Jose's acceptance so quickly. Almost like she was taking advantage of the fact that Dash cared for her, would teach her, and she could eat her cake too. Personally, I would need time to process this - but she took it and went with it, almost jumping into their agreement instantly. I couldn't fathom that. 
 Anyway, not much else came to light in what I read. I was told that these can be read as a standalone, so I am going to jump right into book 3 (Taking it All) and hope for the best. Plus, book two is Kylie's book, and I have no desire to read her story.