Kudos

Welcome to my Kudos page! The following are quotes from reviews of At Her Command. Please click on the links if you would like to read the entire review.

Reviews

“An intriguing look at the world of S&M, integrated with an interesting plot and two romances, this story has nice character development. The informative…S&M scenes are handled with class.”
-- 4 Stars – Susan Mobley, Romantic Times BOOKreviews
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“Within the pages of AT HER COMMAND, you will encounter a sexy suspense thriller that will have you turning the pages quickly to see how it will all play out. Marcia James pens an intriguing plot weaved with humor, suspense and extremely hot passion. I was laughing one minute at the sexy banter, then reaching for the fan from the sizzling scenes and crying when two people who belong together try to discover their path to each other.”
Blue Ribbon Rating: 4.5 -- Billie Jo, Romance Junkies
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“At Her Command is a well-written romantic suspense and Ms. James does a fine job of threading heavy elements of humor throughout her story. At the same time, several nicely placed and well-developed emotional scenes help to strengthen the reader’s interests. Domino and Dalton are a well-matched duo and a full cast of characters – not the least of which is “Smokey”, the DEA’s Chinese Crested, drug-sniffing dog – help to make this a sincerely delightful read. With a suggestive setting and love scenes that are satisfyingly sensual, At Her Command is sure to appeal to a large readership.”
-- 5 Angels – Jen H., Fallen Angel Reviews
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“Ms. James has written a great book full of action, suspense and really erotic love scenes.”
-- Rating: 4 ½ Hearts – Maura Frankman, The Romance Studio
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“This is a romantic suspense that is written with a wry comedic slant. Frankly, the submissive clients are a hoot--they're a fascinating batch of oddballs. We have two different agencies that haven't a clue they're in each other's stakeouts. It makes for very interesting dynamics, especially when the volatile chemistry between Dominique and Dalton is flipped a hundred and eighty degrees from their actual tendencies. At Her Command is a very entertaining read.”
– Maîtresse, Novelspot
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“AT HER COMMAND is a wonderful romantic suspense that leads you into the kinky world of a sex club. This is one book you don’t want to miss.”
-- Rating: 4 – Gloria Gehres, The Romance Readers Connection
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“AT HER COMMAND is an easy to recommend book…a hilarious and marvelous book full of action, suspense and racy love scenes.”
-- Sensuality & Realism Ratings: 10 – Lettetia, Erotica Romance Writers
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“This book starts off with a sex club and drugs, with murder and mistaken identities thrown in…a fun book.”
-- Rating: 4 Cups – Lainey, Coffee Time Romance
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“AT HER COMMAND is an enjoyable story to escape into on a chilly autumn night. The characters and plot are engaging, with enough action, romance, and humor to stimulate any interested reader. Smokey, the Chinese Crested DEA drug dog, is a hilarious scene-stealer.”
– Kathy Samuels, Romance Reviews Today
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“It’s Ms. James’ characters that make for a strangely seductive…and quirky love story. The Chinese Crested dog (think bald Chihuahua with a really bad fizzy wig) named Smokey…is a unique character. There’s something original about AT HER COMMAND. An entirely new blend of romance and police genres. I’ve been reminded of an Ann Rice novel.”
– Christine I. Speakman, Futures Mystery Anthology Magazine
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“At Her Command was a fun, sexy, and thoroughly entertaining read! Marcia James writes characters that draw you in and have you rooting for them from the start. At Her Command was plain and simply fun and Marcia James is definitely going on my must read list!!”
-- Gracie, Joyfully Reviewed
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“Kids driving you crazy? Bad day at the office? Pour yourself a cup of tea, turn off your phone, settle into a comfy chair and escape into Marcia James’ racy, riveting, R-rated e-book At Her Command…James has the readers wrapped around her little finger and eager to devour every single word…(and) readers willing to explore Marcia James’ lusty, steamy thriller will find themselves…um…satisfied.”
--Lisa Ciurro, Tampa Book Buzz
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Author Quotes

I have had the great good fortune to have my works-in-progress read by a number of talented authors who provided invaluable feedback and the following kind quotes:

"For a great blend of humor and intrigue, At Her Command is a must read!"
~ Becky Barker, Cerridwen Press author & 2005 National Readers' Choice Award winner for Short Contemporary
http://www.BeckyBarker.com

"At Her Command is sexy and inventive. Marcia James' writing kept me turning pages and neglecting my family!"
~ Paige Cuccaro, Cerridwen Press & Ellora's Cave author
http://www.PaigeCuccaro.com

"Romantic. Sexy. Humorous. All the ingredients of a great book and a great author."
~ Tabitha Gibson, Wild Rose Press author
http://www.TabithaGibson.com

"Marcia James is an artist at mixing laugh-out-loud humor with sizzling romance. And I loved the dog!"
~ Patricia Sargeant, Kensington Dafina author
http://www.PatriciaSargeant.com

"At Her Command gives new, hot meaning to the term 'undercover.' Wicked dialogue and sexual tension that doesn't stop combine with characters to die for in a great story. Marcia James is a star on the rise."
~ Justine Wittich, Five Star author & 2004 National Readers' Choice Award winner for Romantic Suspense

Reader Praise

In addition to hitting the jackpot when it comes to writer friends, I've heard from generous readers who've enjoyed At Her Command:

“I loved your novel!  Great plot.  Wonderful characters.  Suspense and a very happy ending.  I’ll be looking for your next novel!” – Mary B., Columbus, OH

"I really enjoyed the story and how all the different agencies were in the same place.  Your characters were wonderfully written and the story was GREAT."
-- Jambrea G., Fort Wayne, IN

"This one has it all:  Great characters, an original premise, inventive dialogue, humor and a plot that rocks.  Dom and Dalton, along with a quirky supporting cast, take you along on a wild ride that pulls you in from page one.  So if you pick up this book, be sure you have a few hours on your hands, you won’t want to put it down."
-- David C., Columbus, OH

"If you think everything in life, including sex and crime, goes better with a little laughter then At Her Command is the book for you!"
-- Jodie B., Westerville, OH

"I just finished reading At Her Command. Great book! I am looking forward to reading more of your works in the future."
-- Mayra C., West Burlington, IA

"I just got finished reading At Her Command, and I loved it. It was sexy and HOT stuff. I felt many emotions right along side Domino and Dalton. I laughed trying to imagine playing a Dom to an Alpha male hero, Dalton, who was trying to act submissive when he is anything but. Even the dog got in on the action. Your characters were believable, and your villain was hateful. There will be sequels, right?"
-- Debbie E., Ontario, Canada

"I found all the humor and excitement I expected from Marcia James, plus a bonus: creative ideas to try with my husband at home!"
-- Pat E., Jackson WY

“I absolutely loved and adored reading Dom and Dalton's story. It was the perfect blend of suspense and comedy. It was a beautiful story, and I had tears coming down my face at the end. Dalton was a wonderful hero and Dom was a great heroine. I laughed throughout. I was sad to see it end.”
-- Sandra S., Bellevue, NE

Contest Wins

I finaled in more than ten Romance Writers of America chapter contests before selling to Cerridwen Press. At Her Command finaled in six of those writing contests. These contest wins include:

Central Ohio Fiction Writers chapter's Ignite the Flame contest (four times)
Northeast Ohio chapter's Romancing the Novel contest (two times)
Northern Texas chapter's Great Expectations contest
Northwest Indiana chapter's Opening Gambit contest
Silicon Valley chapter's Gotcha contest
Tampa chapter's First Impression contest