Captive in the Dark

Dark Duet, Book 1

By: CJ Roberts

Narrated by: Emily Durante

Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

Caleb is a man with a singular interest in revenge. Kidnapped as a young boy and sold into slavery by a power-hungry mobster, he has thought of nothing but vengeance. For 12 years he has immersed himself in the world of pleasure slaves searching for the one man he holds ultimately responsible. Finally, the architect of his suffering has emerged with a new identity, but not a new nature. If Caleb is to get close enough to strike, he must become the very thing he abhors and kidnap a beautiful girl to train her to be all that he once was.

Eighteen-year-old Olivia Ruiz has just woken up in a strange place. Blindfolded and bound, there is only a calm male voice to welcome her. His name is Caleb, though he demands to be called Master. Olivia is young, beautiful, naïve and willful to a fault. She has a dark sensuality that cannot be hidden or denied, though she tries to accomplish both. Although she is frightened by the strong, sadistic, and arrogant man who holds her prisoner, what keeps Olivia awake in the dark is her unwelcome attraction to him.

WARNING: This book contains very disturbing situations, dubious consent, strong language, and graphic violence.

©2013 CJ Roberts (P)2013 Audible, Inc.

great start to the Duet!

This was a fairly short book, considering how much more will need to happen to wrap up the story in the next book, but it was a great start! It set the story and plot very nicely! I have a lot of questions that I'm anxious for answers for. I dont immediately hate either of the characters which I'll say is a miracle, in dark books like this with captive/captor relationships I usually hate one or the other or both, and I actually have a lot of sympathy and respect for both Livvy and Caleb. This book really just laid the ground work, there was a lot of background info on caleb, but it wasnt boring there was still action. while it was a dark book, it wasnt overbearing or distasteful! I'm hopeful for a good ending in the next book!

Don't let the "Darkside" keep you from reading!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely!!! I was hesitant to purchase this book, after reading all of the reviews. I felt ashamed that I wanted to, because so many readers seemed torn about subjecting themselves to the type of content. I will admit, some parts were hard to stomach, but I feel the author did an excellent job in not glorifying them. She painted a realistic picture of how any form of love could be birthed from the interaction of these two main characters. I guess I left my listen thinking, "I don't beat myself up for loving Scarface," so I will allow Captive in the Dark the same courtesy. Listen to this book. You will not regret it!

Who was your favorite character and why?

I'd definitely say Livvy. She is strong and innocent at the same time. She is well developed so that you don't really ever fault her for the choices she makes, even when falling for her captor. Because Caleb was so conscious of her pleasure and protection...even in the horrible times...it's hard not to understand her conflict. Come on, ladies, being a man's breakfast early on in an intimate relationship makes it hard to think straight!!

Have you listened to any of Emily Durante’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, but she is wonderful! She makes distinctive character voices, with varying accents. She made the Duet such a nice listen!!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Not hardly, but I wish I could have.

Any additional comments?

Again, though this book has a dirty underbelly, it is very well written. All of the "good" parts make up for the times you are certain to wince. Get this book asap. :)

MEH

ok so I didn't exactly like this book. Not because it was dark. I've read plenty & have loved them. This had....No ....ugh just can't think of the words. I can think of others that were SOOO good & unfortunately this just didn't cut it. For the people that loved this book...there's so much better

love this series

I have yet to fund another quite as well written. I have reread this many times

Don't care for this book at all.

To be fair I only got about half way through although I will not be finishing the book. Not for me. Not into the rape thing.

Compelling story poorly narrated

The story is disturbing and enticing. I will definitely read the rest of the series. The narration, however, made it difficult to take the characters seriously. Especially the men. I feel like it also took away the strength of the lead female character.

Twisted

This story is sick and twisted. It turns kindnap,rape and abuse into a fantasy. It made me angry and sad and physically nauseated a few times. I gave it a 4 store rating because it is well written.

Captivating

After hearing the first 20min I couldn't stop listening! I was finished after 3 days. Can't wait to read the whole trilogy!

****SPOILERS****

This book could have been a great book, but first off the narrator is just not right for this story. Her voice is flat, her voice for Caleb is just awful, and there is very little emotion to her voice. This type of story deserves all the emotions!
The beginning of the story is pretty boring IMO. The story starts off with Livvie being kidnapped then taken to Mexico where Caleb is waiting for her. Caleb's job is to train her to become a slave. in a few weeks, he will hand her off to his "master", and he will sell her as a sex slave. Caleb must prepare her for what is expected of her and what other men may do to her. So the first half of the book is just sex scence after sex scene! As much as I love the spice, this didn't do a thing for me.
There is very little action in this book. Again, as much as I love the spiciness and sex scenes, I want some action, some violence, something that has me on the edge of my seat. this book doesn't bring any of that to the table.
there are 2 more books to complete this series. I hope they get better! Maybe this book is preparing us for what is to co.e in the next books and the plot will pick up later on. One can only hope!!

couldn't put it down

I expected a trashy erotica book with little plot or character development so it took me forever to get around to reading it but I really should've read it sooner!

This book has both great characters and a great (but dark) story and the narrator is amazing