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Safe Haven (Captain's Duet Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Red Phoenix (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 772 ratings
Love has no limits. She's beautiful and her love is true. She is like no other submissive I’ve ever met. A decorated officer in the military, I still suffer from demons in my past and find escape as a Dominant. But…when I look into her eyes, I see the man I used to be. Although we are perfectly matched, fate has determined we can’t be together. Being a man of honor, I vow to protect her—no matter the cost. *A sexy tale about the saving power of love from USA Today Bestselling Author Red Phoenix
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    Captain's Duet
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"Readers will delight in this peek back inside the submissive training center with Candy and Captains story! I loved visiting all of my old favorite characters again, including a glimpse of Brie and Sir." ~Jana Aston, NYT Bestselling Author

From the Author

Captain's DuetSafe HavenDestined to Dominate~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Other books in the Submissive Training Center WorldBrie's Submission Series:
 
Teach Me #1
Love Me #2
Catch Me #3
Try Me #4
Protect Me #5
Hold Me #6
Surprise Me #7
Trust Me #8
Claim Me #9
Enchant Me #10
A Cowboy's Heart #11
Breathe with Me #12
Her Russian Knight#13
Under His Protection#14
Her Russian Returns#15
In Sir's Arms #16
Bound by Love #17

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07BFSS25P
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amazon Digital Services (June 12, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 12, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.4 MB
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  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 252 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 772 ratings

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Red Phoenix is an award-winning romance author who gained popularity with her series, Brie's Submission.

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"I believe, based on personal experience, that love conquers all. It is a running theme in all of my writing. " ~Red

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Customers find the story sweet and relatable. They describe the book as beautiful, sexy, and emotional. The characters are well-developed with true personalities. The writing is described as well-written and hard to put down. Readers mention the romance is romantic and heartwarming. The story is full of understanding and confusion, with some hard realities. Overall, customers find the book emotional and heartbreaking.

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48 customers mention "Story quality"45 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the story. They find the characters relatable and the background stories intriguing. The book sets up the potential for a fantastic journey. Readers appreciate the strong characters and their stories of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and triumph.

"...I loved that he was so down-to-earth and relatable, that he wasn't afraid of being a blue-collar working man...." Read more

"...Kudos to Red for changing it up in a way that brought out big, bright emotions (and not just the positive ones) in a way that the reader could not..." Read more

"Safe Haven is beautiful proof that “love has no limits.” It’s a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and of course, since it’s a..." Read more

"...This book sets up their story. The next continues that potential." Read more

17 customers mention "Beauty"17 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and emotional. They appreciate the author's positive outlook on life and the tenderness shown between the characters. The book is described as a fast-paced read with a sweet and loving military man.

"Safe Haven is beautiful proof that “love has no limits.”..." Read more

"...The main characters written so masterfully and lovingly...." Read more

"...This is a sexy and emotional read. I can't wait for the next book in their story!!..." Read more

"...He has such a powerful upbeat look on life and it effects so many people that he meets along the way...." Read more

16 customers mention "Character development"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book. They find the characters well-developed and true to their personalities. Readers appreciate the perspectives from the characters' points of view and the first interaction with Mr. Gallant.

"...I also LOVED the first interaction with Mr. Gallant. I like the teacher a lot and their talk has definitely stuck with him all his life...." Read more

"...Candy and Captain are such strong, resilient, likeable characters that you rejoice in their happiness and wallow in their grief with them...." Read more

"...The main characters written so masterfully and lovingly...." Read more

"...I love how she brought in other characters that you know from earlier readings, giving you the surprise and 'oh my' moments. Very enjoyable read." Read more

12 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book. They find it engaging and hard to put down. The author writes with true emotions that draw them into the story.

"...I'm giving this five stars because it was a well written, heart-tugging story about the beginning and middle of love...." Read more

"I love how this book was written. It started out in the past for both Captain and Candy...." Read more

"...Red Phoenix, writes with true emotions and pulls you into the story, so you can feel and react...." Read more

"This story is amazing. Has to be one of my favorites. The author is one of the best. But this back story makes me cry and love these characters more...." Read more

8 customers mention "Romance"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book. They find it heartwarming and romantic, with a strong alpha and an endearing submissive exploring BDS. The book is described as an erotic read about the Dominant/Submissive lifestyle, with great chemistry and connection between the characters.

"...I liked Candy, too. She seemed like a sweet girl. Excellent book! CAUTION: Spoilers ahead!..." Read more

"...It’s a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and of course, since it’s a Red Phoenix novel, off-the-charts hotness! Whew!..." Read more

"...LOVE has no limits and age does not matter when you find your soulmate, your missing part, your true LOVE...." Read more

"...Captain and Candy have great chemistry, sex, and connection. The characters are likable, and you root for them to overcome their issues...." Read more

7 customers mention "Understanding"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book relatable and well-written. They appreciate the understanding, compassion, kindness, and determination of the characters. The story is told from two points of view, revealing different aspects of the relationship. The background information makes the characters seem more realistic.

"...It’s a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and of course, since it’s a Red Phoenix novel, off-the-charts hotness! Whew!..." Read more

"...This series is told in a dual point of view going between Charles/Captain growing up, his Army career, his discovery of BDSM and his role in it and..." Read more

"The background into Captain and Candy was emotional, full of confusion and some hard realities...." Read more

"...getting the back story of both Captain and Candy and seeing their lives intertwine and evolve...." Read more

6 customers mention "Emotional content"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book emotional and heartbreaking. They describe it as a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and mixed emotions like anger, sadness, and fear throughout.

"...It’s a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and of course, since it’s a Red Phoenix novel, off-the-charts hotness! Whew!..." Read more

"The background into Captain and Candy was emotional, full of confusion and some hard realities...." Read more

"Candy and Captain's story is beautiful, heart breaking, and breathtaking. Once again Red has knocked it out of the park...." Read more

"I loved reading the story of Captain and Candy. I was angry, sad, happy and fearful throughout the book...." Read more

4 customers mention "Safety"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's safety. They say it's a safe haven where readers can feel protected.

"...He really knows how to cherish a submissive. He is the epitome of safety and protection. Plus, Rachael being a badass was awesome!..." Read more

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  • AnnMarie
    5.0 out of 5 stars It's All Tied Together...
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2018
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    I love this series! When I found out Captain and Candy were getting their own book, I was so happy. Captain and Baron were tied as my favorite "secondary" characters throughout the series. I liked Candy, too. She seemed like a sweet girl. Excellent book!

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    Spoilers ahead!

    I loved Charles's interaction with his family. His family life goes to show that the grass is never greener on the other side and that every family has skeletons. Even though I hate how his father treated him, it made Charles strong and thick-skinned for boot camp. I hear grief about Charles's mother, but you have to understand, things were A LOT different back then. Women were struggling to be treated fairly (a lot more than now) and her being a military wife, she was definitely not considered equal to her husband in society. I have no doubt that Charles's father purposely kept the letters from Jacob. I didn't like that Ms. Phoenix left the two brothers' relationship open, but I expect that was done purposely.

    Cleopatra (and I thought my name was bad!) was so sweet! I adored Ethan and admired his confidence. I loved that he was so down-to-earth and relatable, that he wasn't afraid of being a blue-collar working man. Cleo's mother's depression was sad and after Ethan's death, the fact that Cleo slipped into a major depressive state herself, but got herself out of it, showed her strength.

    I enjoyed reading about Captain's time at boot camp. I hated Grapes at first (I dislike people who take out their anger at other people out at the world, which is also why Mary is one of my least favorite characters) but I liked his character development very much.

    I also LOVED the first interaction with Mr. Gallant. I like the teacher a lot and their talk has definitely stuck with him all his life.

    I hated Liege (how is his name pronounced, btw?) even before I knew his name but I especially hated him now. I hate abusers in general. What he did to Candy and Anna was inexcusable. I also gained newfound respect for Headmaster Coen. I didn't care for him much during Brie's training because I thought he was too critical of Brie. Although nowhere near as nitpicky as Ms. Clark, it always felt like he was taking out his frustrations with Sir out on Brie. But the kindness he showed to Candy made me love him. Not just for doing the right thing but being there when she needed him. The fact that he stopped the abuse as soon as she entered the training center doors spoke volumes to me. I would've loved to have been a fly on his wall during his "discussion" with Liege. And Baron! Oh, Baron. I love him. He really knows how to cherish a submissive. He is the epitome of safety and protection. Plus, Rachael being a badass was awesome! She is one of the most underplayed and underrated characters in the series.

    We don't learn much more about what caused Captain's injuries. I cried so hard when I read that he was the only survivor. There's obviously a lot more that happened to him (rescued?) than just the wounds. The fact that he survived something that horrifying, plus losing Grapes (not said but implied) made me weep for him. Although he is a fictional character, there are many just like him who ARE real. It also made his time in Russia that much more heartbreaking. I'm crying now thinking about what was going on in his head while Faelan was being hurt.

    I liked seeing Mr. Gallant and Ena again. It was Ena's kindness that opened up Captain's heart. He found acceptance at The Haven, which was something he desperately needed.

    I think my favorite part of the book was learning that Brie was Captain's first true submissive. The way it went about from Brie's perspective, it seemed like Captain was an experienced Dom, but the fact that he really wasn't made their date a million times more special. Their interaction was magical. I think Brie was the one who put Captain in a place where he could be a good Dom to Candy.

    I loved Captain and Candy's date. So perfect for them both.

    I refuse to call the end of the book the ending because it's not. We all know what happens but not the deets. I didn't like it but seeing Captain's love for Candy broke my heart. He's such a wonderful, caring, kind man, that he always puts her needs before his. He needs to get his head together again because Candy deserves his love as much as he deserves hers. I personally can't wait to see how it happens.

    I read the first 17 books in the series in one weekend (and with my husband home one of those days!) and Safe Haven was as perfect as the others. I said at the beginning that Baron and Captain were tied as my favorite secondary characters. After reading this, Captain is my favorite. I love Baron but Captain... yeah, he's top.
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  • Kat Ryker
    5.0 out of 5 stars Different than her others, but oh so very compelling - highly recommend !
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2018
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    This is a tough book for me to review. I'd received an ARC of this but I also received the book when it was released yesterday. I was taken a little bit by surprise by the story arc and the tone of the first 50%, or more, of the book. That portion dealt with what had gone on before - the history of both Captain and Candy, and how they ended up in the same place at the same time. Most of Red's books deal with present time, with flashbacks to account for the past. This one started in the past, and brought us through to present day for both the Captain and his love, Candy.

    We met Candy and the Captain in previous books in the Brie series, beginning with the Captain "purchasing" Brie from an auction at the Submissive Training Center, as well as Brie's interaction with Candy on the bus, and with Captain helping in the rescue of Rystar from his captors. They both piqued our interest and I'm so glad they have their own books and their love. Unfortunately, the love between them isn't so easy as it would appear. Captain lives with the horrid memories of war and while he doesn't have regrets, the things that have happened to him make him believe that he isn't the one for Candy. And Candy, who has lived through tragedy and abuse, believes just the opposite and knows that Captain is her mate.

    I wasn't used to the book being more history than present tense, but as I read, I realized that was exactly why this story was in two parts. This book would have been HUGE had Red Phoenix told the tale in one book. In a way, because I'm a selfish reader and want the whole story in front of me, I wish it WERE in one book. BUT, not only does the idea of two books build suspense, it also appeals to me in terms of keeping my interest level high. And I enjoyed their story in a way that is completely different from the enjoyment I gained from the other books in the Brie series. This book tugged at my heart strings in a way the other books didn't do. Yes, I cried with Sir, Brie, and others in the previous books, but in this book, I found myself pulling for Captain from the very beginning - with his father, boot camp, and on. It was the same with Candy. Because of the way Red wrote the book, I read Candy's history as it happened, and not through flashbacks as in other books. That made her pain all that more real and the emotions as I read this were just as real.

    Had Red Phoenix asked me (like she's going to take my advice, lol), I would have told her that dividing a story of two people up into two parts might be a mistake. I would have been wrong. Very wrong. Kudos to Red for changing it up in a way that brought out big, bright emotions (and not just the positive ones) in a way that the reader could not miss them. I'm giving this five stars because it was a well written, heart-tugging story about the beginning and middle of love. Both Captain and Candy learned hard lessons in the book and those lessons brought them together. While there was little BDSM in the book, the ideals of the lifestyle were there. I would recommend this book to any reader of Red Phoenix. This book, amongst all the others, stands out as different, engaging, and oh so very enjoyable!
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  • Ceej of Ceej's Life Reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it so much!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2018
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    Safe Haven is beautiful proof that “love has no limits.” It’s a story of loss, grief, determination, turmoil, love, joy, and of course, since it’s a Red Phoenix novel, off-the-charts hotness! Whew! It now ties with the previous book as my favorite!

    Captain is a man that I have grown to love. He already had my affection and gratitude in previous books, but he cemented my love and appreciation for him in this one. Part of my heart aches for him. Okay, let’s be honest, half of it hurts for him and all he had to endure and fight through. The other half? It hurts for Candy.

    Candy…I loved her simply because she and I had something in common when we met her in previous books. But now? She inspires me. She showed what perseverance looked like in the midst of devastating grief, terror, and the unknown. Her courage is one that can’t be ignored and that’s just one of the many things I adore about her.

    Safe Haven shows the purity of love without limits, and it served to prove that opening your heart and mind can lead to incredible beauty and joy. Captain’s determination and strength, mental, emotional, and physical strength, made me cheer him on as well as hug him in gratitude! Candy’s perseverance, courage, sweetness, love, and joy made me want to have her as my best friend! I felt so much and couldn’t help but relate to so many parts. Red Phoenix provides such an amazing world and I cannot wait for the next book
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    5.0 out of 5 stars The surprised story of captain and candy excellent
    Reviewed in Canada on June 27, 2018
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    I have read and reread each book in this series. I love them so sexy and a great stories to make you love and feel for all the characters. I was delighted to read about candy and captain. It is nice to read about all the different characters in this series. I was surprised Red chose these two but now I understand she made them so real. This book gives you more background in Bries interaction with these two. Can not wait till August to read the next book to see what is going to happen next.
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  • Mrs Brenda Henderson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Emotional and beautifully written love story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 15, 2018
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    Another amazing book from author Red Phoenix. Very emotional heartfelt story which is told from both points. Captain as a young man making decisions that his father disagrees with leading him to turn his back on his son. Captain goes through a very traumatic situation which leads him to believe he will always be alone, until he joins the bdsm community. Candy finds herself in a perilous situation with no way out until she receives a helping hand from a stranger in the form of a card. A card which introduces her to the submissive training center. This is where their paths cross, and for each of them begins a new journey.
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  • Monique smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars All of Red's books are must reads
    Reviewed in Australia on August 24, 2018
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    The story line, how it follows on from the other books and i just love Red's books in generally they have me hook line and sinker 😍😍
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  • Monique
    5.0 out of 5 stars Totally in Love!!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 14, 2018
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    You have done it again Red!!! Excellent job bringing Captain and Candy together and telling us about their story..I can't wait for their story to continue. I pray to the Lord above that you keep them coming..I love this whole series. Totally in love with all the characters of Brie's Submissions. But my favorite is still her Russian!! Lol. Thank you so much Red Phoenix!!
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  • glen/somerset
    5.0 out of 5 stars Safe Haven !! Love finds away.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2019
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    I have had this in my library since last year, so I just got around to reading it yesterday.I should have read it straight away I did not know what I have missed. It was lovely I just could not put it down, I am now into book two , I so hope it has a happy ending they both deserve that and they need each other.
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