
Viper Spaulding
Fascinating look at an Orthodox Jewish romance I purchased this book because I was specifically looking for romances set within the very close-knit Orthodox Jewish community, and I was not disappointed. The author clearly did her homework and brought these characters and their community to life despite the brevity of the story. Tzipporah and Elan are "matched" by well-meaning, insightful leaders of their community, and despite their obvious differences, they are surprisingly perfect for each other. Though it does take quite a journey for them to discover their compatibility on all levels. Elan is swoon-worthy enough to make a nun want to convert! He's quiet, introspective, and studious, yet he has an amazing sense of control, a generous heart, and a passionate approach to meeting his wife's needs. If you like a dom who knows exactly what his sub needs, Elan is your new book boyfriend. The conflicts they weathered were complex yet easily overcome with love. His investigation into her life outside their community was exactly what they needed, revealing all their hidden layers and bringing their marriage to the heartwarming union they both dreamed of. Though the story is told entirely from Tzipporah's POV, Elan's dialogue gives us great insight into his heart so the story doesn't feel one-sided at all. This is a quiet story with a contemplative pace which fit the setting perfectly. I enjoyed the peek into the distinct lifestyle, the steam was off-the-charts hot, and the HEA was sweet and satisfying.

Third-party review
Romance novella following a Jewish woman who has recently joined a Conservative community. She longs to fit in fully there, to marry, and to be able to fulfill her needs for BDSM within her marriage ...