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Controlling Darkness (The Control Series Book 4) by [Anna Edwards, Charity Hendry]

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Sonia Anderson may be young, but the highly recommended bodyguard is well trained and expertly skilled. She’s more than up to the task of her new job, protecting Amy North. Of course, no employment psych evaluation could ever reveal the skeletons in Sonia’s painful past…or the secret scars born of a world out of her control.

As James North’s longtime bodyguard, Matthew Carter misses nothing. He’s a man in complete command of his skills, his body, his heart. Since causing the death of his wife—a fellow ex-MI5 agent—his guilt keeps his emotions in check…until he finds a kindred spirit in Sonia.

When two pained souls come together, they’ll either help each other heal…or hurt each other beyond repair.

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Surrendered Control
Divided Control
Misguided Control
Controlling Darkness
Controlling Heritage
Controlling Disgrace
Controlling Expectations
Controlling the Past
Control Series Boxset

Dark Sovereignty Series
Legacy of Succession
Tainted Reasoning
A Father's Insistence
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Easy Rumba
Drawn by You
Playing Again
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Redemption
Overexposed
Cursed Angels - With Dani René

Paranormal Romance

Glacial Blood Series
The Touch of Snow
Fighting the Lies
Fallen for Shame
Shattered Fears
Hidden Pain
Stolen Choices
A Deadly Affair
Power of a Myth
Banishing Regrets
Glacial Blood Volume One
Glacial Blood Volume Two

Gods Reborn - With Claire Marta
Beauty's War
Apollo's Protection

Underworld Royals - With Lexi C. Foss
Happily Ever Crowned
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Ok, this is the bit where I have to sell myself. Why is it so much easier to write about sexy blokes! Anyway. I am a British author, from the depths of the rural countryside near London. In a previous life, I was an Accountant from the age of twenty-one. I still do that on occasions, but most of my life is now spent intermingling writing while looking after my husband, two children and two cats (probably in the inverse order to the one listed!). When I have some spare time, I can also be found writing poetry, baking cakes (and eating them), or behind a camera snapping like a mad paparazzi. In 2015 I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. It was also around this time that I became one of the founding members of a dramatic/erotic/dark roleplaying group on Twitter. It was wildly popular with both English and American followers. The writing helped me to overcome my depression by giving me an outlet to channel my thoughts into and not sit around worrying all day about things that would never happen. I took over responsibility for management of the group and responsibility for the development of our storylines. As well as playing at least ten different characters in the group ranging from an innocent virgin, bloodthirsty assassin and even a male lover. The success of the role-plays spurred me on to writing novels. I have a love of travelling and like to bring this to my stories to give them the air of reality. Surrendered Control, my first book released in November 2016, combines two of my favourite travel destinations. India is where I lived for eighteen months with my husband and two children. My young son was only six months old when we travelled there. It was a fabulous time for us all, and they learnt so much about the differing cultures, as well as, much to my husband’s chagrin, spending lots of money in the silk shops. The Control series will feature lots of international travel. I have always been an avid reader. Mainly murder mystery in the past but with Beautiful Bastard I discovered a whole new set of novels and I haven’t looked back since. I like my hero’s hot and hunky with a dirty mouth. My heroines demur but with spunk. And my books in a kick arse series. You can reach me at: www.AuthorAnnaEdwards.com Facebook Page: AnnaEdwardsWriter Facebook Profile: Anna Edwards Twitter: @Anna__Edwards Instagram: anna__edwards Pinterest: anna1000edwards Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/anna__edwards --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B071H84ZHL
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independent; 1st edition (May 30, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 30, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3027 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 227 pages

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I am a USA Today Bestselling, British author, from the depths of the rural countryside near London. In a previous life, I was an accountant from the age of twenty-one. I still do that on occasions, but most of my life is now spent intermingling writing while looking after my husband, two children and two cats (probably in the inverse order to the one listed!).

When I have some spare time, I can also be found writing poetry, baking cakes (and eating them), or behind a camera snapping like a mad paparazzi.  I'm an avid reader who turned to writing to combat my depression and anxiety. I have a love of traveling and like to bring this to my stories to give them the air of reality.  

I like my heroes hot and hunky with a dirty mouth, my heroines demure but with spunk, and my books full of dramatic suspense.

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Adagio

Intense, passionate and action-packed

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 13, 2018

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Reading Sonia and Matthew's story was a rollercoaster of emotions. I'm not sure how Anna Edwards was able to pack so much into one book but wow. There was so much intensity, action and most importantly love that I had to wait to review because it left me speechless. The author does not shy away from talking about difficult situations and subjects like self-harm.

The BDSM lifestyle aspects were important but did not overshadow the main storyline unlike how it is sometimes utilized in other books. This book reached every corner of my mind and every vessel in my heart because it is was that powerful.

There were definitely several steamy parts but Anna Edwards found perfection in describing connections. It wasn't just the connection between Sonia and Matthew either, it was the interactions with secondary characters as well. The complete successful world building made me want to walk right into the pages.

5 stars for intensity, passion, connection and love.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 25, 2017

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I'm totally in love with this series the writing is excellent, the sex scenes are tastefully written,cannot wait for the next one.

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Bobbi Jo Wagner

This story can be read as a standalone but if the others are as great as this one then I recommend reading the entire ...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 8, 2017

Controlling Darkness (The Control Series Book 4) by Anna Edwards is the fourth book in her series, The Control. This is the first book I have read of hers and in this series and I can't wait to go back and read the others. This story can be read as a standalone but if the others are as great as this one then I recommend reading the entire series. This story is about two people who has painful pasts but that pain can become love. This story is full of action, suspense and of course, hot, steamy romance. One of the things I love about this author is her attention to detail and her development of these characters. These characters will take you on a roller coaster ride of various emotions that will keep you engaged until the end. This story will pull you in from the first word and keep you wanting more from these characters. Find out what happens to these two people as they learn trust and let themselves heal.

Sonia Anderson has just taken a new job as a bodyguard and one that will change her life forever. She is assigned to the role of guarding Amy North, girlfriend of a billionaire, James North. The psychological evaluations don't show anything about the secrets she holds when she was growing up. Her scars represent a world that is out of her control.

Matthew Carter is sharp, a master at his trade and long time standing bodyguard for James North. His past involves being responsible for the death of a colleague, not just any colleague, his wife. The revelations of the misguided control are explored here in Controlling Darkness.

Sonia and Matthew's relationship is one that I believe there was attraction from the beginning. They both have pasts that have left scars and demons that need to be dealt with. Will they heal one another? Will they learn to forgive? When they are faced with danger, what will happen to them? Together these two are sweet and strong. She is independent and stubborn. She is strong and can be a little feisty at times. He is strong and dominant. He just wants to keep her safe and help her gain self confidence back that she lost as a child. You will love them together and they really do make this story flow. They complement each other and have a way of pushing the other to deal with things they don't think they are ready for. The secondary characters are just as awesome. I hope we get to see more from them in the future. They complete the story and help keep it engaging. Find out what happens to this couple as they are faced with their demons, are they safe? Will they find their HEA or will fate have other things in store for them?

This is my first story by Anna Edwards and I know it will not be the last. I can't wait to go back and read the rest of this series and can't wait to see what the next installment of this series will bring. Anna lives with her husband, two children and two cats. She spends most of her time writing although she still does some accounting which she has done in the past. She enjoys making and eat cake and taking photographs. You will love how this story just pulls you into their world. You will find yourself getting lost in their world and hoping for them to get their HEA. You will find yourself getting mad at certain times but also needing ice water to cool off in other parts. This story is fast paced and I couldn't put it down until the end. There are some twists and turns that you won't want to miss or see coming. I highly recommend this story as I know you will love this story as much as I do.

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Tanaka Kangara

Explosive. Thrilling. Phenomenal

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 31, 2017

I love Anna Edwards and her books. There is just something about her books that make me so excited to read them. She always creates heart stopping scenes that I am always addicted to and cannot get enough of. Just like Controlling Darkness. This book really stood out for me because I always wanted to know Matthew and Sonia's story. There was just something unique and amazing about them. Controlling Darkness truly impressed me.

Thrilling. Addictive. Emotional. Steamy. Controlling Darkness was a sizzling suspense that pulled me in. I was wrapped in its action packed clutches. Controlling Darkness was a story of letting go, love, pain and self love. There was drama. There was a heart pumping and explosive story that gripped from the first sentence to the last one. I was blown away. Anna Edwards definitely produced a solid and exceptional read that titillated me. Controlling Darkness also brought out the feels. It was a full experience of emotions that totally moved my soul.

Matthew and Sonia are my favourite couple in the series. They have amazing emotional and sexual chemistry that I genuinely like. Their thoughts and feelings really cut me so deep than any other couple. It made me really appreciate them a lot. Sonia went through a lot of pain but she was survivor. I loved her strength. Matthew was the perfect alpha male. He was dominant, protective, caring and possessive.

I freaking adore this series and I cannot wait for the next book in the series. I know it its going to be explosive.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 16, 2017

This was my first encounter with the writing style of Anna Edwards, and plunging into part 4 of a series was not quite easy. I loved the book, no question about that, but not knowing the writing style, it has made for some confusing moments. What I found confusing was the lack of transition in scenes. The scenes were beautifully written, but I missed something. Like a scene towards the other scene is not written out fully, difficult to describe.
The story starts when Sonia Anderson starts her new job, the one that will change her life. Sonia is a bodyguard, well trained and she is highly recommended to guard Amy, the pretty young girlfriend of billionaire James North. Sonia however has secrets and scars, a representation of a world beyond her control. She meets Matthew Carter, the bodyguard of James North and an ex MI5 agent who feels responsible for the death of his colleague and wife, his secrets he can’t control.
In the story you’ll encounter love, Master and submissive scenes but also scenes of violence, loneliness and hurt, but love conquers all. Because when you can afford to lose control of your darkness, you can afford to lose control of your past, then the love you find will give you freedom.

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sophie

SPOILER ALERT

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 17, 2017

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received this ARC copy of this book from the Author for an honest review.
(Sorry about the grammar mistakes I have a learning disability.)

I made no notes as I read this book, so this review might be a bit shorter than my others.

One thing I noticed, as she is the self-harmer, she never slips up in this book. Well, she did once, but after he finds out she never does after that. And when you are self-harmer even the smallest thing can tick you off and make you do it again, and that never happened, which seems a bit odd to me. Not even when she saw her father, when she went back to the family home, find out he was dying, or when Matthew left, etc. I would also have loved to know what the other characters thought about it after they find out, it like after they find out they never speak about it again, or none of the characters had an opinion about it or what they were feeling. I would have loved that the author went more into details/depth more about this subject, as it is a serious/dangerous subject to write about. Does she still do it? Does she want to do it? Does she still have the urges? What else does she use to cope with it?

Love that both of these characters have their own past and own problems, and we got to see both of them. At the end of this book, all the questions were answered, about their past, and how the author did it was great. (Accepted from the self-harm)

Even this book is short, like the others in this series, I like just how the book was. I also like how we got to see a more of a relationship between Matthew and James, he not just his bodyguard, but also a friend.

I love the twist with Beth, it didn't even come to my mind that she could still be alive. I also love the ending with a reporter, can't wait to see what is going on with her and why she is doing this to these characters.

(Sorry about the grammar mistakes I have a learning disability.)

J. M. M.

Matthew and Sonia

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 28, 2017

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The 4th in the series and each one gets better. The books in the series cleverly inter-relate by building on the various characters met in previous novels. This one builds on the relationship formed between the two bodyguards to the main Book 1 characters. A tale of intrigue interspaced with erotic BDSM which can easily control the reader until after quite a few twists and a few blind alleys later the novel reaches its conclusion but opens the door to the next in the series which is eagerly awaited.

Romantic at heart

Amazing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on July 13, 2017

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This series just keeps getting better and better. This time I stead of James and Amy the story centers around the bodyguards Sonia and Matthew. Both have horrific pasts which hinder them in the beginning however Matthews past comes back to haunt him. Will the couple survive or will it break them find out in this amazing book

becky

Brulliant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 4, 2017

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Brilliant read from start to finish,
Just loved Sonia's and Matthews story,
Loved how the stories all link together,
Just wishes I didn't have to was it to long for the nx book

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