The Master in Bondage


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Drawing on a rich set of original oral histories conducted with retired factory workers from industrial centers across the country, this book provides a bottom-up examination of working class participation in factory life during socialist and reform-era China. Huaiyin Li offers a series of new interpretations that challenge, revise, and enrich the existing scholarship on factory politics and worker performance during the Maoist years, including the nature of the Maoist state as seen in the operation of power relations on the shop floor, as well as the origins and dynamics of industrial enterprise reforms in the post-Mao era. In sharp contrast with the ideologically driven goal of promoting grassroots democracy or manifesting workers' status as the masters of the workplace, Li argues that Maoist era state-owned enterprises operated effectively to turn factory workers into a well-disciplined labor force through a complex set of formal and informal institutions that functioned to generate an equilibrium in power relations and work norms. The enterprise reforms of the 1980s and 1990s undermined this preexisting equilibrium, catalyzing the transformation of the industrial workforce from predominantly privileged workers in state-owned enterprises to precarious migrant workers of rural origins hired by private firms. Ultimately, this comprehensive and textured history provides an analytically astute new picture of everyday factory life in the world's largest manufacturing powerhouse.




Bondage Buddies


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It's friends-with-benefits, but with rope... Domi has a secret escape from her life as a single mom. On nights when she’s alone, she heads to Marquis, a sinfully hot club for those who like pain with their pleasure. When Master Mitch proposes a friends-with-benefits arrangement, it sounds perfect – she can have her cake and eat it too. Mitch doesn’t believe in happily-ever-afters, not after his parents’ nasty divorce and the way they still play games with each other. But the more time he spends with Domi, the harder it is to send her home alone at the end of the night. The only question is, how can he convince another commitment-phobe to give a relationship a real chance? An opposites attract, grumpy-sunshine, friends with benefits BDSM club romance between a playboy Dom and a single mom. Masters of Marquis Series 1. Bondage Buddies 2. Master Chef 3. Law & Disorder 4. Switch Play 5. Legally Bound 6. Shallow Submission 7. Hidden Away 8. Giant Tamer 9. Third Wheel




Of Human Bondage


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Of Human Bondage (1915) is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham. Inspired by his experiences as an orphan and young student, Maugham composed his masterpiece. Adapted several times for film, Of Human Bondage is a story of tragedy, perseverance, and the eternal search for happiness which drives us as much as it haunts our every move. Orphaned as a boy, Philip Carey is raised in an affectionless household by his aunt and uncle. Although his Aunt Louisa tries to make him feel welcome, William proves an uncaring, vindictive man. Left to fend for himself most days, Philip finds solace in the family’s substantial collection of books, which serve as an escape for the imaginative boy. Sent to study at a prestigious boarding school, Philip struggles to fit in with his peers, who abuse him for his intelligence and club foot. Despite his struggles, he perseveres in his studies and chooses his own path in life, moving to Heidelberg, Germany and denying his uncle’s wish that he attend Oxford. As he struggles to become a professional artist, Philip learns that one’s dreams are often unsubstantiated in the world of the living. Of Human Bondage is a tale of desire, disappointment, and romance by a master stylist with a keen sense of the complications inherent to human nature. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of W. Somerset Maugham’s Of Human Bondage is a classic work of British literature reimagined for modern readers.




The Master's Wife


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The Master’s Wife Once a student working in a dead-end hotel job to make ends meet, Elizabeth dreamed of a better life. When she foolishly decided to shower in the penthouse bathroom of one of the hotel guests, the occupant of the room returned to discover the naked Elizabeth. It had consequences she did not expect. Over time, the Billionaire Richard Haswell became Elizabeth’s loving Master and has now married her. On their honeymoon, what will happen next? A BDSM, Billionaire, Erotic Romance 5 stars “Omg the HEAT WOW!!!! I loved their story from day one meeting lol Richard is really special and Elizabeth is jus absolutely fantastic now married and on their honeymoon it's all HEAT all the time. I’m hooked!!!” mysty dean 5 stars: “An Intense Honeymoon Novella Continuing the story between Richard and Elizabeth, Beth, this book takes place over the course of their honeymoon. They each give the other gifts that enhance their kinky lifestyle. While money is no object for Richard, and now Beth as his wife, they still prove the best gifts don't cost a financial dime. The cost lies in the trust placed in the intimate acts between two people. While toys enhance the experiences, only the raw vulnerability of giving over your most innermost self to another is priceless.” JustAnotherPerson 5 stars “Thanks for another great story Another fast, hot, panty melting read by Simone Leigh. I enjoy all her stories but I have to say I have a soft spot for Elizabeth and Richard because even though they practice BSDM they are still so sweet about it. Not as hardcore as some of her stories that I love too.” Amy




Becoming His Master


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Go back to the beginning with this NEIGHBORLY AFFECTION SERIES PREQUEL from a USA TODAY bestselling author. From rescue to romance… Teach a wounded submissive the value of his service. The task ought to be an easy one for an experienced dominant like Henry Webb. But novice Jay Kress challenges his teacher like no other. Still bearing the bruises of an encounter outside the bounds of safe consensual play, Jay is desperate to submit to the man who saved him—and shamed by his desires. Henry recognizes the dangers of a relationship built on hero worship. He'll teach Jay how to stay safe, that's all. He won't take advantage of the younger man's trust. He won't share his fantasies about his dark-haired, athletic student. He'll never claim this submissive for his own... New to USA Today bestselling author M.Q. Barber’s Neighborly Affection series? This friends-to-lovers bisexual menage romance saga is best read in order. Dominance and submission is the name of the game for this MMF poly triad. Start with Playing the Game or Becoming His Master. Becoming His Master is a prequel in the Neighborly Affection universe. It can be read at any point but is best read before picking up Finding Their Balance. Praise for Becoming His Master: “The fourth Neighborly affection book offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the real depth and complexities of a Dom/sub relationship, and the dangers that can arise when the heart becomes involved. Barber has a unique writing style that takes a little time to feel familiar, but her world soon becomes lush and increasingly intriguing.” – RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars What NetGalley reader-reviewers are saying: “Beautifully written, this is thoughtful and engaging, just like the two main characters….” – Reflection “M.Q. Barber has one of the most distinctive voices as a BDSM author I have ever experienced reading. It’s like a breath of fresh air to see someone step outside of the S&M side of things and more into the D/s world.” – Mommy’s a Book Whore blog “The author has avoided … clichés and given us an amazing love story in a BDSM setting. The characters are flawed in such true ways and the acceptance of those flaws is beautifully written. Their relationship is forged over months, and they really get to know one another. They complement and balance each other in such authentic ways.” – Sarah Beth “The Neighborly Affection series as a whole has opened my eyes and has made me view the BDSM lifestyle in a new and refreshing light and I fully appreciated the wonderfully gifted manner in which author M.Q. Barber presented these books. This book in particular was hauntingly beautiful, what with Henry’s selflessness and Jay’s innocence and their mutual love and affection for one another.” – Bookaholics Not-So-Anonymous blog




The Master's Maid


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She Got More Than She Bargained For… Student Elizabeth works in a dead-end hotel job to make ends meet. But she dreams of a better life. When she foolishly decides to shower in the penthouse bathroom of one of the hotel guests, it has consequences she did not expect. A BDSM Billionaire Erotic Romance




Slave Masters


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ABDUCTED BY ALIENS, FORCED INTO BONDAGE... Only a few years earlier, Rose Rico of Earth had no idea that her planet's government was secretly selling human beings to the alien Alphas in exchange for advanced alien technology. Then Rose found herself, along with hundreds of other human captives, bound for the far reaches of space, and compelled to cater to the depraved desires of her new alien masters. Rose broke her chains, freed some of her fellow captives and stole a spaceship of her own. Now they are wanted fugitives, and the galaxy is heating up for Rose and for her renegade band of former pleasure slaves. As her companions flee from the Alphas, Rose plots a one-woman strike against her former masters. Recaptured, tortured, and once again forced to serve as a pleasure slave, Rose escapes to rejoin her crew and battle the Alphas -- to free Earth from their domination!




Decadent Master


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Three sinfully sexy vampires. One very willing woman. Get ready for. . . Maximum Pleasure A closed door swings open. . .and Wynne Fischer enters an elegant bondage club for those who crave extremes of forbidden sensation. Within the walls of Twilight, ultra-male temptation comes in threes: the muscular brothers Rolf and Dierk, and the mysterious Master Zane. Dominance is in their blood and the natural submissiveness of the inexperienced Wynne arouses the men beyond belief. Baring herself body and soul at their command, their captive is about to satisfy her most hidden desires as she explores the dark side of sexual passion. . . Praise for Tawny Taylor "Absolutely delicious!" --Kate Douglas on Dark Master "Halloween will never be the same after this fun read!" --L.A. Banks on Sex And The Single Ghost




Bondage for Beginners


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Bamboozled by bondage? Spooked by spanking? Nervous about knots? Bedroom bondage can seem daunting if you haven't indulged before, but it doesn't need to be! This simple guide contains 52 tie-and-tease ideas along with instructions to get you started on your erotic adventure.




Master of O


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Steven Diamond is a high-powered LA attorney by day, but by night he uses his wealth and influence to indulge his most intimate desires. His life is a waking dream until his half-brother presents him with a unique gift: the eponymous O, a mysterious, seductive and submissive hedonist in search of a master deserving of her complete devotion.