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Beyond the Masks Paperback – January 29, 2018

by Nicky F. Grant (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 98 ratings
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“Breathtakingly beautiful. Troubled and suspenseful. A powerfully written love triangle that makes this an UNPUTDOWNABLE book!"Can betrayal and obsession lead to love?Shane Vaughn has it all. Well, almost. Fame, success, and money can only get her so far. After surviving a devastating heartbreak at the hands of the all-consuming Jacob Andrews, she's demanding no-strings, uncomplicated liaisons from now on.Where could she find a simple distraction from Jacob? The exclusive pleasure club, The Resort. The masked Dom with the blue-eyed gaze could work. He was hypnotizing and mysterious, rendering her powerless. A seductively simple decision. Unless the masked Dom is Gavin Mayne. A pompous, arrogant, and demanding man. A talent director determined to take Shane's job. But how can he control an Alpha woman? Force her submission and have her kneeling at his feet.A dangerous combination of betrayal and obsession will surface. But when secrets are revealed, who will be the last man standing?*Each book in the Beyond Surrender Series is standalone*"A HOT sexy romance!""Nicky F. Grant's debut...is off the charts FANTASTIC. The story came off like she's been on the best seller list for decades...""Smart, sexy, and with a complexity and depth of characters.""The writing is exquisite, the twists and turns kept the pages turning..."
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  1. Book 1 of 4
    Beyond Surrender
  2. Print length
    350 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    January 29, 2018
  5. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.88 x 8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0999540416
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0999540411
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"Smart, sexy, and with a complexity and depth of characters. Super impressive for a debut" - Emma Scott, Forever Right Now, Full Tilt
"The depth of the characters, the back and forth, and of course, their heartache, all kept me riveted." - April Moran, Taming Ivy
"I loved reading both hero's POVs--and I especially loved knowing more than the heroine at any given time. That made for some serious heartache and angst." - Robin Hill, Waiting for the Sun
"I'm having a hard time getting my head around the fact that this is Nicky F. Grant's debut as her talent is off the charts FANTASTIC that the story came off like she's been on the best seller list for decades!" - The Power of Three Readers Blog, Jennifer Pierson
"Wow. what can I say - this book is just amazing in all ways. The writing is impeccable, the story itself is tense, erotic, exciting and full of angst." -A Book Lover's Emporium Book Blog
"This has become one of my favorite dark erotic books!" - Goodreads Reviewer

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Nicky F. Grant (January 29, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0999540416
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0999540411
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.88 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 98 ratings

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Nicky F. Grant

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Nicky F. Grant is a romance novelist with a passion for power. She immerses her readers in stories filled with strong, complex, and sexually vibrant female characters, all of whom are on a quest to unlock their fantasies and realize their fullest potential.

As a writer, Nicky imbues each of her stories with equal parts love and lust, which she believes are among the strongest emotions we can experience. By immersing her readers into worlds of power and erotic passion, she invites them to explore their own unspoken desires. Her hope is that her stories embolden her readers to realize their fullest potential - be it in the boardroom, the bedroom, or anywhere in between.

Nicky makes her home in Pittsburgh, PA with her ever-growing collection of music and books.

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Maria Howard
5.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2018
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I have had to do a reread of this book after having just finished the third book not realizing that I had missed book two. Upon doing that, I have decided to redo this review because I do not think I put into words at how well done this book was. This goes beyond the idea that it was a well-done story. This is a DEBUT book which I had not realized when I read this the first time. A DEBUT BOOK. Unless I am writing an academic paper, I cannot string two sentences apart without looking/sounding like a village idiot. Yet, this author just wrote a whole story in which the characters came alive on the pages.

My initial go around I found myself liking it more than I had thought I would. I anticipated that it would just be another BDSM book, which rarely feels authentic anymore. The second time reading this I am still in awe. She penned a story with so much heart and the characters had so much going for them. This is not an easy choice and made me Glad that I wasn't Shane nor would I have to choose between Gavin and Jacob as the man that would ultimately win her heart.

The ending left me a little unresolved on my feelings as I felt the one not chosen deserved closure and a possible HEA too. That is the beauty in this author though because she penned these two amazing men, whom while endearing also were jerks at times, to the degree that I, as the reader, fell in love with them both. That speaks volumes. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
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Zilpha Owens
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Debut
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2018
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Well-written with developed characters you could love or hate depending on the situation, Beyond the Masks is the first book in Beyond Surrender series. Even though I’ve never really been a fan of triangles (they just make me too anxious) this one just pulled me in with an interesting storyline and quick pace.

Shane Vaughn is a strong, independent woman businesswoman who has this need to fix everyone and seems to put their needs before her own.

Gavin Mayne has a serious chip on his shoulder and secrets - I don’t like him from the start.

Jacob Andrews is a self-centered prick. He picked his career over love and now is suffering the consequences.

Hot, sexy scenes that include elements of BDSM, great supporting cast and a little bit of the music scene help make this more than just an erotic romance. I look forward to the next book in the series, Beyond the Truth.
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Robin Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Debut!
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2018
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Had I not started this on a plane, right before a weeklong vacation, right before I had to come home to a full weekend’s worth of plans, I probably would have finished it in one sitting. As it was, I stayed up half the night because I couldn’t put it down.

I loved reading both hero’s POVs—and I especially loved knowing more than the heroine at any given time. That made for some serious heartache and angst. Both Gavin and Jacob are jerks to some extent, but they both have good in them and it just took a while for Shane (and me) to see it. In one hero’s case, Shane never “sees it”—and last night at 2am, that fact gutted me.

Shane says herself, “I know how to pick ‘em.” Yes, she does. And in the end, I think she picked well. Both men, while terribly flawed, are redeemed (IMO), and considering what they each put her through, this is a fantastic feat.

When the story begins, Jacob is seeking Shane’s forgiveness and longing for a reconciliation—making him the obvious choice. Gavin is…not—making him impossible to love. I was sure I wouldn’t fall for him, but I did. Hard. Bravo to Ms. Grant for proving me wrong. This is a true love triangle. I haven’t felt this torn between two heroes since Taylor Jenkins Reid's book One True Loves. I’m happy with the way things work out in the end.

Beyond the Masks is an ER, and while super steamy, it reads like a CR (contemporary romance)—which makes it perfect for me. I am 100% invested in these characters and cannot wait for the next installment.
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Laura Kelly
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing first novel. Nicky F. Grant is a gem!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2018
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I will preface this by saying that I'm generally not much of a reader, and I've only really dabbled with the romance genre, but this book was absolutely captivating and I could not wait to finish it!!! It is quite the page-turner, and the characters have such depth to them that you feel like you know them personally. You are going through the struggle with Shane, the heroine, right alongside her, as she has to make the most important choice of her life. I was truly in anguish at the end not know which way she was going to go! Cannot wait for the second installment of the Beyond Love series.
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Sarah T.
3.0 out of 5 stars Unique BDSM read
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2018
I am going to have a hard time writing a review for this book because at times I felt as though I had to force myself to read it, and at others I couldn’t put it down. This is a debut effort, so as always, I do cut some slack because I know that the individual is cutting teeth, so to speak. This novel originally intrigued me because it features a female who is in control of her personal life (and the CEO of a record label at that), so although BDSM reads are not usually my cup of tea, I decided to try it.

Some of the scenes, especially the sex ones and some inner monologue bits felt contrived IMHO. This distracted me from the main storyline, in which Shea feels torn between two men- Gavin and Jacob (both doms, one from her past, the other from her present). The interesting thing about Gavin and Jacob is that they’re connected, and both end up deceiving and hurting Shea. We, the readers, know this because the story is told from an omniscient third person POV, but of course Shea does not.

There were twists that I didn’t see coming, though towards the end they felt forced to me. However, given the complexity of the storyline and background of the main players, plus the author’s gentle but effective handling of BDSM scenes, I think that she has potential.

2.5-3.0 stars.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Truly Talented Young Authoress!
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2022
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I had the pleasure of meeting this young writer and was most impressed with her infectious attitude that draws you in, peaks your excitement and keeps your attention focused on the unusual! I found her book to have the same draws and surely wonderful fantasies that only she could describe!
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Cathy
4.0 out of 5 stars Steamy Love Triangle
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 8, 2018
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This was an interesting spin on a love triangle, both male leads were Alpha verging on a-hole but luckily had redeeming qualities that made it easy to see why our heroine, the CEO of a music label would be attracted to both.

sometime Shane came across as weak and unable to make a decision without the approval of either Jacob or Gavin, and her outfits were all selected by her male best friend, but by the end of the story she finally comes into her own, taking control of her own destiny.

I wont say which gentleman, if either, Shane chooses but along the way she has some very hot, steamy scenes which will keep you interested!
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