Callie ran from Jack three years ago. Convinced that he could not return her feelings of love, Callie left her master without so much as a word of explanation. When she returns home for the holidays, she meets Jack at a party. All the feelings and longings she's kept hidden return. When Jack proposes that they spend time together, Callie readily agrees. They both fall back into their D/s relationship of three years ago. Old fears plague both of them as do strong feelings and a powerful sexual attraction. Have they changed enough to be what the other needs or will this just be a holiday fling?

Within the span of just the first few pages, Jack and Callie's attraction catches fire. Their connection is sure and strong. I like that neither struggles with who and what they are. Their sexual identities are not in question. It's outside of scenes that they both struggle. The author has allowed both characters to 'speak' and the result is a skillfully written, emotionally satisfying look at a D/s relationship. I loved seeing the relationship from Jack's perspective and experiencing his doubts about himself. Very refreshing in the BDSM genre. Although a fairly short story, it never feels rushed. Callie and Jack blossom before our eyes. The sex is steamy hot and their connection intense. This is my first book by Ms.Carr but it won't be my last. (Warning: Explicit BDSM play)