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Testing the Submissive: The Story & Confessions of a Masochist Kindle Edition

by Al Daltrey (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 208 ratings
Abby stood nervously before her Master in the classic submissive pose: fully nude, legs apart, wrists placed behind her back; deeply ashamed of her evident arousal. Worse, she had to recount in exact detail the proceedings of her last whipping. The whipping had been severe; as was the case with most of the clients she was commissioned to serve. These client appointments were scheduled a few weeks apart, in order that the welts, bruises and whatever other marks were left behind had ample time to heal. After all, each new client - whether male, female, a couple, or even a group - surely deserved a fresh canvas upon which to begin. Despite these harsh sessions, her body reacted like that of a wanton whore as she retold of the sadistic punishments and extreme sexual use inflicted upon her body.
How far would her Master push her with these ‘tests’? How far would Abigail go? How many times could she stand before him blushing; yet with that unmistakable tingle? Their relationship was surely headed for a collision course. Or was it?

Praise for Testing the Submissive:

"The praise by others on Al Daltrey's work is absolutely accurate; Al Daltrey did not disappoint. The author did an AMAZING job in reflecting Abigail's POV. Although I have read quite a few BDSM books, Testing the Submissive surpasses the others." ~ 5 Stars Coast 2 Coast Book Besties

"The story was very thorough and written with great detail. So much so, it almost puts the reader in the scene with the characters. This is my first time reading a book by AL Daltrey but it certainly won't be my last. Well done." ~ 5 Stars SheLoves2Read

"The author does an incredible job at painting a picture in your mind. He describes everything in vivid detail and nothing is left to the imagination. His writing is clear and keeps the reader enthralled. I would definitely recommend this book!" ~ 4 Stars Bookaholic and More Blog

This story contains STRONG BDSM. While fully consensual, it includes submission, dominance, sadism and masochism. Please do NOT buy or read this if you are offended by graphic sexual descriptions including sexual violence. All characters are aged 25+, and it is recommended for an adult audience ONLY (aged 21+). This story is pure fiction and the author does not condone any violent behavior.
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About the Author

By day I work in Marketing, which involves a fair amount of writing. Therefore, I never really had an interest to write for pleasure. When you do it all day, the last thing you want to do when you get home, is more writing. All the while, as my career progressed, so did my involvement in the BDSM lifestyle. This interest in kinky sex started in my University years. Like most men, I loved meeting women, and especially the occasional one who didn't mind being tied up, or blindfolded, or spanked. All sex was great, but kinky sex was more exciting, more exhilarating, and more fulfilling. Over the years I was lucky enough to meet my fair share of submissive women. And don't for a minute think these women were weak. Outside the bedroom they were confident, opinionated, gregarious and self-assured. However, inside the bedroom (so to speak) they wanted to feel the strong firm hand of a dominant man taking complete control. Eventually I found the perfect partner, and am happily in a relationship. One day, I flipped my laptop open, and to my surprise - I had an urge to write a BDSM story. Soon I had 20 pages, then 40, then 60. The novel that resulted is pure fiction and more extreme than anything I'd subject a submissive to in real life. As many reviewers have said it's not for the faint of heart. That said, the reviews have been spectacular. This enthusiastic response fueled me to begin a second book. The next one will be written from the point-of-view of both the Dom and the sub, chapter by chapter. If you decide to read my book, or any of my future efforts, I truly hope you enjoy it.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00KRPUC0Q
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 3, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 3, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 593 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 198 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 out of 5 stars 208 ratings

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My day job requires a fair amount of writing. Therefore, I never really had an interest to write for pleasure. When you do it all day, the last thing you want to do when you get home, is more writing. Meanwhile, as my business career progressed, so did my involvement in the BDSM lifestyle.

This interest in kinky sex started in my University years. Like most men, I loved meeting women, and especially the occasional one who didn't mind being tied up, or blindfolded, or spanked. I've always loved vanilla sex too - but BDSM became the icing on the cake.

During my lifetime I was lucky enough to meet my fair share of submissive women. And don't for a minute think these women were weak. Outside the bedroom they were confident, opinionated, gregarious and self-assured. However, inside the bedroom (so to speak) they wanted to feel the strong firm hand of a dominant man taking complete control.

Eventually I found the perfect partner, and am happily married.

One day, I flipped my laptop open, and to my surprise - I had an urge to write a BDSM story. Soon I had 20 pages, then 40, then 60. The novel that resulted was 'Testing the Submissive'. The response was very positive including excellent reviews. That motivated me to keep writing, and 'A Condo With Two Views' became my second full-length novel. A few other projects are also in the works.

If you decide to read my book(s), I truly hope you enjoy it.

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Customers praise the book's writing quality, with one noting how it draws readers in. The story receives positive feedback for being extremely captivating, with one customer describing it as "Master of Intrigue and Enlightenment." Customers find the book hot and raw, with nice character development. However, customers warn it's not for the faint of heart.

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31 customers mention "Writing quality"24 positive7 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting its great detail and how it draws readers in.

"...One, because it was just written really, really well. This book made me feel things, this book challenged me and what I think about sex and what can..." Read more

"Told from Abigail’s POV, Testing the Submissive is the graphically explicit story of a woman recounting how the pull of darker desires affected the..." Read more

"...There’s a passion and depth in his writing that allows the reader to fully understand each test and the elements that encompass not just BDSM, but..." Read more

"...Some of the situations in this book where hard for me to read, I may have not like them or want to think they are out there but they are...." Read more

24 customers mention "Story quality"20 positive4 negative

Customers find the book's story extremely captivating and intense, with a love story that is well-built up.

"...felt her need to do as Lewis asks and I think that is how the love story is built up. Because I believed it...." Read more

"...This story was such an eye opening read for me. It dealt with situations I honestly never gave much thought to. And now I am like damn...." Read more

"...This story is pure fiction and the author does not condone any violent behavior...." Read more

"...to find the following year described in such loving detail, satisfying my girly emotions and even arousing me too...." Read more

5 customers mention "Heat content"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book hot, with one customer noting it doesn't lack in the heat department and another describing it as very erotic.

"...This story might be short in length but it certainly does not lack in the heat department. Leave your panties in the drawer when reading this...." Read more

"...But, there are also some very HOT moments as well...." Read more

"...This book is not for the faint at heart. The reward is a HOT read that will leave you enthralled in the beauty of submission...." Read more

"This book is HOT! A Great read and amazing for the first book coming to us from this author...." Read more

4 customers mention "Rawness"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the rawness of the book, with one describing it as rough in its purest form.

"...It is intriguing, captivating, and raw...." Read more

"...This book is the most raw & graphic book I have read to date...." Read more

"...WOW was I shocked. This account of a submissive is not only raw and edgy but completely and totally AMAZING...." Read more

"...This book is very raw and rough in its purest form. Definitely not your typical erotic love story." Read more

3 customers mention "Character development"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...The development of the characters was nice as well...." Read more

"...I am very impressed. I love the storyline, the characters, everything about it! The depth that the Author went into Abigail's thoughts...." Read more

"...The book is well written and the characters are Dark indeed, but we get a feeling that there is more to Abigail and Lewis relationship...." Read more

6 customers mention "Heart level"0 positive6 negative

Customers say the book is not for the faint of heart and can be too harsh.

"...This is not for the light of heart...." Read more

"...As the summary disclaimer warns, this book is not for the faint of heart. Consent. Daltrey's tale drives home the importance of it...." Read more

"This book was too harsh for me, but I am sure there is an audience out there for it. I lived a sexual D/s life for 8 years...." Read more

"...Apparently, this book may just be a little too harsh and is not meant for everyone due to the subject matter...." Read more

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  • Fiona Cole
    5.0 out of 5 stars I love a book that challenges me!!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015
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    I gave this book 4.5 stars.

    This book is an interesting book to write a review for. I have been pondering what I will write about it for about a week. I have been trying to come up with words to explain how it made me feel. I'm probably going to end up rambling about different ways it made me feel and all kinds of things. So bear with me.

    Let's get one thing out of the way; heed the author's warning that this has extreme BDSM in it. This is not for the light of heart. But if you have and open mind and love the intense stuff, then stop what you're doing and immediately go buy this book.

    Ok... soooo ... This was a good book. For many reasons. One, because it was just written really, really well. This book made me feel things, this book challenged me and what I think about sex and what can turn people on. I read some scenes and was a little appalled; BUT. IN. THE. BEST. WAY!!! Does that make sense? No? Yeah, I know ... this is my struggle. Some of the scenes just made me cringe but you get the understanding of how much Abby enjoys these moments. Abby is an extreme masochist and loves to feel the shame that these moments bring and I think that is one of the best aspects of this book; the way Al Daltrey writes makes you FEEL her shame, but you also feel how she is turned on. Reading this book just made me think more than a usual BDSM book. It takes it one step further and really challenges the reader to question what turns them on. How far would you go to get what you want? Do you understand yourself enough to be comfortable in these situations? Abby is and I love it.

    Then there is this romance between Lewis and Abby. It has to be one of the most understated romances in a book ever. You hear so very, very little about them, but dear god, you sure as heck feel the romance building. There are a few scenes where they actually interact through a majority of the book and I was so in-love with their love it was ridiculous. It was wonderful!! Maybe, it is built up with being able to feel how much Abby wants to make Lewis happy and proud. One of the first "tests" that Lewis puts Abby through I almost wanted to cry because I could feel her shame. This was a borderline shame that wasn't something that turned Abby one, hence why it was so sad. But at the same time I felt her need to do as Lewis asks and I think that is how the love story is built up. Because I believed it.

    Another aspect of the book is how Al talked about consensual and non-consensual. There are moments where most would be in shock at the accepting behavior in their group, but there is a clear line drawn to show what is not acceptable. I am intrigued with the fact that Mr. Daltrey is a Dominant himself. It gives a different spin on the stories; maybe it makes it seem more realistic. I'm not sure, but I do find it intriguing.

    I find this book to be one of the most intense, depraved, sexy, and passionate books I've read. It was a phenomenal way to end 2014 and I cannot wait to read Al Daltrey's second book, A Condo With Two Views, when it comes out. I love a book that asks a lot of me to read and this one didn't disappoint. So be sure to click the purchase links below and enjoy!!
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  • R.E. Hargrave
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating read if you have an open mind!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2014
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    Told from Abigail’s POV, Testing the Submissive is the graphically explicit story of a woman recounting how the pull of darker desires affected the consequences of her life. This is Abby’s journey as an employee of a private network catering to high-paying clients with out-of-the-ordinary sexual fetishes.

    As the summary disclaimer warns, this book is not for the faint of heart.

    Consent. Daltrey's tale drives home the importance of it. Without it, it’s abuse; with it . . . you find people like Abigail who are aroused by deep, thorough beatings. For them, the more severe the pain, the more heightened their need becomes. If they want to make extra money while they have their own physical needs met, is that so wrong? And isn’t it better that obscure clients with specific tastes seek out a service like the Network, getting their own “fix” with a willing partner who is a masochist. A pain slut. A "whipping bitch."
    The Network is an elite group of business partners who ensure that each of their employees, i.e. whores like Abigail, have a sponsor. This person is responsible for handling the security and financial aspects of the pre-arranged sessions. Additionally, the sponsor conducts a very intimate interrogation following each appointment to ensure the employee is not hurt, provide aftercare, and most importantly, that they are still conscientiously willing to go on the jobs.
    Enter Lewis, Abigail’s sponsor.
    He sees her sooner than she realizes and fights his own inner control in his need to have her. Lewis watches. He tests, sending Abigail on progressively more challenging assignments~ones that take weeks instead of days to recover from; for all the bruises to fade. Will there ever be a client he deems too harsh to send her to? Will the time come when he stops tap-dancing and claims Abigail as his own?

    Testing the Submissive is a page turner, in its own fascinating way. Some readers may be appalled by what lies in the pages, others may find their own inner 'bitch' waking up. Minor editing issues and just a tad too much sex in place of the development of the romantic story line held me back from giving this five stars, but I would not hesitate in recommending this to anyone with an open mind.
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  • Eliza M. Castillo R.
    5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT, IT WAS THE BEST JOURNEY EVER!
    Reviewed in Spain on May 4, 2015
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    The story flows naturally and it's amazing how easily you start with the preface at nine in the morning and in between breaks to eat, you raise your head after reading the E word telling you there is no longer any words left to enjoy, but at the same time being indicative of how thoroughly the story captured your mind and heart to then realize is nine in the evening and you spent a whole day travelling inside a world where there are no worries just the conversation between your imagination's span and an author beyond awesome. ¡Al Daltrey you rock!
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  • Bunny Xcetera
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hot flash & wanting more! ;)
    Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2015
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    If you want Dark erotica... this one wil top your cdake with a fist full of cherries!!! ;) Don't want to be a spoiler but I do hope Al Daltrey will write a second book to this Hot number! WOW!!!
    I'm speechless & panting!
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  • ChristinS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely leaves you breathless!
    Reviewed in Germany on September 4, 2014
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    This book comes with a WARNING! It should be taken serious! Read it and read it again and if you aren't offended...then happy reading :) For me the blurb and the warning made the decision easy for me to buy it!

    Where to start??? This book left me so needy, so hot, so sweaty. It definitely left a strong impression. I was captivated right from the beginning and left myself asking a lot of times, if I would do it as well.
    The way it was written with the episodes was really good and the storyline easy to follow. I loved that it also showed a little everyday life on how to deal with lifestyle.

    Would definitely like to read more from Al Daltrey.
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  • nicole chapman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow A hot look into the Bdsm world and a 5 star must read: BUT NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 27, 2014
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    This book takes a very different look into the Bdsm world and is very graphic but I love erotica and Bdsm and this has that and more it adds that romantic touch too and I was hooked I couldn't put it down. It was very graphic and the punishments Abby receives are very harsh but I loved this Pov from a submissive with no holding back on the writing
    Along comes Abby looking for pain and pleasure and her master-lewis to sub her out to be his whipping bitch to whoever pays , as he sends her to her first interview which she passes with flying colours makes her so pleased to do whatever and with whoever Lewis sees fit for her to serve, at first it's just business but the more into it she gets the more she wishes it was Lewis doing the whipping and FUCKING. The more interviews she did the more deeper she was falling for Lewis and her submissive behaviour didn't go unnoticed with each interview she did and the descriptions of what happened in every scene she gave him saw her submitting more and more under his control this he enjoyed putting her to the test to see how obedient she could be for him and she was in heaven when he took her on a trip to Paris that's when she fell deeper in love with him,there's nothing she wouldn't do for him but would he fall in love with Abby or keep it strictly business ? This is one author I will be following very closely and the fact that's he's a Dom too makes the story work so well as knew exactly how to put that edge to this book and I can't wait for the next book from Al Daltrey well done Sir.
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  • Bri Alva
    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in Canada on March 22, 2015
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    Kind of weird
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