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Zeke, Castle Sin book 6, is an edgy, fast-paced, dark BDSM suspense novel. A tale of misguided perceptions, hope, and shattered dreams.

Castle Sin
Seven dungeons
Seven Masters
Seven times the kink.

Taylor Banks was running and needed a place to hide.

“I’m going to challenge fate, little one. I want you and I’ll be damned if I’m going to let you walk away from me until I’ve had my fill.”
Grieving the devastating loss of the man who had turned him into the powerful Dom he was, Master Dragon endeavored to move past his pain, and the sassy and curvy woman he met at the airport provided that motivation. But with his emotions already frayed, his sudden infatuation with her threw a wrench in his plans to move on. As his obsession evolved into genuine feelings for her, he realized two things: he wanted her more than anything … and she was lying to him. He knew it and intended to find out what she was hiding, but the one thing he refused to do ... was walk away from her.

“Thank you but no thank you. I’m nobody’s lollipop to suck on until your ears pop from the sugar rush.”
Taylor Banks was in deep shit ... so deep she needed a place to hide, and where better than a secret island? She'd set her sights on The Seven Keys Island, where her bestie, Peyton Jackson, now lived. The only problem was how she would get there since Peyton had fallen off the grid. A chance encounter with one of the famous Rothman cousins could solve her dilemma, but was she ready to accept the conditions of the most formidable Dom she'd ever come across? Could she ever be prepared for what he had in store for her?

Amidst untold violence, death, and destruction, the two lovers realized they were fighting the same enemy, raising the stakes even higher, and Zeke would do anything ... even kill ruthlessly ... to keep Taylor safe.

Would that be the final nail in the coffin that buried their relationship six feet under?

357 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 14, 2020

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Linzi Basset

128 books810 followers
Author pseudonyms - Isabel James, Kimila Taylor

“Isn’t it a universal truth that it’s our singular experiences and passion, for whatever thing or things, which molds us all into the individuals we become? Whether it's hidden in the depths of our soul or exposed for all to see?”

Linzi Basset is a South African born animal rights supporter with a poet’s heart, and she is also a bestselling fiction writer of suspense filled romance erotica books; who as the latter, refuses to be bound to any one sub-genre. She prefers instead to stretch herself as a storyteller which has resulted in her researching and writing historical and even paranormal themed works.

Her initial offering: Club Alpha Cove, a BDSM club suspense series released back in 2015, reached Amazon’s Bestseller list, and she has been on those lists ever since. Labeling her as prolific is a gross understatement as just a few short years later she has now been published thirty-nine times; a total which fails to take into account the three other published works of her alter ego: Isabel James who co-authors—nor does it include the five additional new works marked for imminent release.

“I write from the inside out. My stories are both inside me and a part of me so it can be either pleasurable to release them or painful to carve them out. I live every moment of every story I write. So, if you're looking for spicy and suspenseful, I'm your girl... woman... writer... you know what I mean!"

Linzi believes that by telling stories in her own voice, she can better share with her readers the essence of her being: her passionate nature; her motivations; and her wildest fantasies. She feels every touch as she writes, every kiss, every harsh word uttered, and this to her is the key to a never-ending love of writing.

Ultimately, all books by Linzi Basset are about passion. To her, passion is the driving force of all emotion; whether it be lust, desire, hate, trust, or love. This is the underlying message contained in her books.

Her advice: “Believe in the passions driving your desires; live them; enjoy them; and allow them to bring you happiness.”

Find her also on amazon.com/author/isabeljames in a collaboration of emotional and spiritual tales of discovery written in rich prose.
Click on her website at: www.linzibassetauthor.com where you will find upcoming information about new releases, and excerpts from her books. Subscribe to her newsletter and join her on Twitter @LinziBasset or say hello on Facebook.

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1,477 reviews25 followers
July 15, 2020
I wish I could put into words how much I love this series. Each book is so unique and this one is no exception! I devoured Zeke’s story! When he unexpectedly meets Taylor at the airport, sparks fly and he knows he wants her. But when Taylor discovers who he is, she thinks maybe he is her ticket to see Peyton, her best friend. But can she convince him? There may be only one way, and Taylor isn’t sure she is ready for that!

Zeke, while stern, is a lovable character and Taylor, a strong woman, are perfect for each other. He pushes her limits and she pushes right back! These two have sizzling chemistry to the point my fingers burned as I turned the pages! You just can’t help but fall in love with both of them!

Also, this story is not just about Zeke and Taylor, it is so much more than that. Each book has an air of mystery and intrigue that will keep you captivated and on the edge of your seat! I highly recommend this book and series! Absolutely incredible!
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I've existed for the past century doing the lowly jobs the Family assign me. Reeling from the loss of yet another mortal lover, I jump at the chance to climb the ranks and leave my grief behind. This is the opportunity to be someone, perhaps even to find someone to remain as my loving companion as I face down eternity. I don't expect Fate to throw a curveball in the form of Shannon, a person so pure, I can't help but fall head over heels for him. Unwilling to sully Shannon with the knowledge of our kind, I find I'm also unable to make myself let him go.
When I'm called to meet Arrakus, the being from the Void who Made my Father, I discover that this second chance isn't everything I thought it would crack up to be. Assuming the life of the dead too soon River Montgomery was one thing, Bonding physically and mentally to a shape-shifting Kraken was quite another. Keeping Shannon safe is my priority, though, and I know one thing won't change, no matter what. I'll do anything, anything at all, to save him.
Warning: These books are for adult readers who enjoy stories where lines between right and wrong get blurry. High heat, twisted and tantalizing, these are not for the fainthearted.
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725 reviews15 followers
July 11, 2020
Zeke is the 6th book in the Castle Sin series by Linz Basset. It is a dark suspense, and romantic story of Zeke and Taylor. Also full of hopes and dreams and their Dom/sub relationship.
Zeke is such a caring and loving man. He is looking for that woman who he can trust and who will trust him. He’s simply gorgeous with his blonde hair, gray eyes, muscles, and narrow hips. All the ladies want to scene with him.
But he has his eyes on Taylor. A woman who he met in DC. She’s sassy as hell. He loves her curvy body, round hips, blue eyes. And he saw her as a submissive as she reacted to his dominant side.
Taylor thought she could escape her troubles on their island but found herself falling for Zeke. While the men are fighting the Order, Taylor is fighting her feelings and emotions. Yes he’s making her want him but can she give up her other life? She’s afraid to commit herself completely to the relationship until Zeke gives her no choice. Now it’s her turn to decide what she really wants. 💜
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915 reviews12 followers
July 15, 2020
The meeting and matching of Zeke and Taylor is near perfect. Zeke loves the curvy lady that needs dominating and to keep her at Castle Sin, he needs her to sign a binding dom/sub contract. Master Dragon is exactly what Taylor needs and wants but there is a complication. Come to find out, they are both fighting the same enemy. The sex and kinks are plenty at Castle Sin's dungeons and Taylor's BFF Peyton is there with her dom, Stone, Master Eagle. There is danger and attempts on Taylor's life, there are friends and enemies where at times, your not sure who is what. Without revealing who and what, someone gets his due, someone appears very surprisingly and a couple find their true destiny in a heartwarming revelation. I hope the Castle Sin stories continue forever, but know that's unreasonable.
There is at least one more though, Alexa just might get her Dom as Master Fox has no permanent sub, yet. 😁
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236 reviews6 followers
July 14, 2020
Zeke is as amazing as the whole series is. Zeke and Taylor are a match made in heaven. Their attraction and bond is steaming hot. I devoured this. You will feel so much reading this: passion, sadness, love, adrenaline, wanting to see what happens next. You feel like part of the story that pulls you in. I absolutely love everything about this series: the characters, the story, how the Sinclair’s find their sub/ soulmate. Each book has so much depth, excitement, love, action, thrills. Linzi Basset always gives us such amazing books that we can’t put down. I cannot recommend this enough. You will love this as much as I have. Your heart will race and you will a crave more. Castle Sin is a must, must exciting, mesmerizing, steamy series.

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3,643 reviews28 followers
July 15, 2020
Linzi Basset really amped up the drama with Zeke. There is lots of heart pounding action and nail biting suspense with some definite edge of your seat moments. Don't worry though, there are lots of steamy scenes to titillate you. The Sinclairs continue their quest to destroy SPEONUS but at what cost?

Zeke Sinclair was completely unprepared for the feisty blonde bombshell that wormed her way into the middle of his heart and his life. Taylor Banks is driven and focused with no time for love or a man in her life. Then along comes Master Dragon and all bets are off. She resists and he persists.
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419 reviews4 followers
July 15, 2020
The Castle Sin saga continues as it started, building towards a suspenseful crescendo while coiling your stomach with both nervous and sensual tension. Each Master is dominant yet in a way that is uniquely matched to the submissive they choose. And if I have learned anything, once a Sinclair sets his eyes on you, nothing you can do will change the ultimate outcome. It’s all over but for the passion and tears. But the oh so sizzling journey is worth it. All of the puzzle pieces are on the table, perhaps; and I wait squirming and with bated breath for the next release.
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429 reviews12 followers
July 15, 2020
Linzi has done it again. Castle Sin is now one of my favorite places to go in the book world. This is another action packed, sexy as hell page turner. Zeke and Taylor have an explosive chemistry, even if she wants to deny it. He is her in at Castle Sin but he won’t make it easy on her. What Sinclair would?! Will she be able to let down the walls she has built and share herself for happiness? Or will the danger following her keep from a life filled with happiness with an amazing man? You will have to dive into this amazing book. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
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232 reviews1 follower
July 16, 2020
Book 6 in the the castle sin series, certainly does not disappoint. Linzi has done it again what a wonderful read. Here we meet Zeke and Taylor, meeting at the airport there is a definite spark between them this spark soon turns into an inferno. This story is amazing in true Linzi style there is mystery and thrills as well as taking you on a roller coaster of emotions. Another fantastic edition to a wonderful series.
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1,958 reviews147 followers
July 12, 2020
This tale absolutely devastated me...Danton, my heart is broken 💔
Zeke and Taylor meet under delicious circumstances. And it quickly becomes apparent that Master Dragon is enamored.
Zeke's story is beautiful and devastating at the same time. The inner turmoil and battle with Taylor. And the wonderful joy of giving in to a Dom's demands, breath taking.
Another fantastic story Linzi!
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221 reviews1 follower
July 21, 2020
Before I could write my review I had to, just had to go back and re-read...
Talk about a roller-coaster of emotions; the struggle between 'what ifs' ... the fears and wanting to be your own man at 18 with a dominant big brother, who only wants the best for you and a man you look up to coming to your rescue ... you sit on pins and needles waiting to see what happens. I literally had to hold my breath in just the first few chapters. then go forward to current day and the Master's of Castle Sin, are one big family, looking out for each other, suffering from a major loss to that structure; the emotions you feel from the pages are heart wrenching, some funny, some you want to reach into the pages and beat on the Masters. The LOVE that is felt is deep; Can Zeke find his forever, can he get her to see she is it for him, that he will protect her thru all the dirty gritty drama...can love concur all?? Guess you'll have to read it yourself to find out - I know I'll read many times more to feel what is breathed from each page.
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536 reviews5 followers
July 21, 2020
Awesome book!!

Wow!! A totally awesome story with everything in it to keep you reading non stop!! Mystery, suspense, action and then plenty of hot sexy parts included. A sassy sub and a very strong Dom have some amazing chemistry between them. I definitely recommend reading this book!
Profile Image for E. Leta Davis.
900 reviews3 followers
July 24, 2020
I love all of Ms. Basset's books!

Each and every one is a joy to read. She creates characters that you can't help caring about. Her plots and story lines are phenomenal. Her kink scenes are amazingly - she is still the mistress of discipline. She is one of my favorite authors. The only problem with finishing her books is now I have to wait for the next one :0(
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325 reviews3 followers
February 17, 2021
The more we go into the series, the more intense and unsettling the roller coast is. Like Zeke a lot, Taylor a bit less but the plot is getting better with each book and let’s be honest I can’t wait to hop I to Shane’s story now. Talented out author a real taste for particularly elaborate revenge 😎🖤
394 reviews2 followers
May 23, 2022
Quick Negotiations

Zene saw immediately what he wanted when he waited at the airport, a feisty female arguing with a staff member about her canceled flight, after ear dropping he offered to help, he had a plan, which may back fire, that you will find out later which way it went.
Great book and recommended
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862 reviews3 followers
July 19, 2020
Riveting

Another wonderful book in this series. The way the author explores these relationships and builds them is so captivating, along with the suspense keeps you glued until the end
157 reviews2 followers
July 21, 2020
Just love this series❣️

Zeke or Master Dragon was a Dom. Taylor Banks was an attorney. What a story this book is! This book will keep you reading as the passion, love,sex, and fear keeps you turning the pages. A five star book and ten star Author❤️❤️.
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5,086 reviews5 followers
September 27, 2020
3 stars

I'm a huge fan of this author but struggled with this book. I didn't connect with the story or the characters. Even though this wasnt my favorite, I will look for more from this author in the future.
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Author 33 books723 followers
January 22, 2021
Exciting Read

Lots of drama throughout, can't believe it's almost the end of the series. The plotline gets twistier with every book.
622 reviews12 followers
May 26, 2021
Hot and steamy and worth the read!!
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3,786 reviews
July 23, 2022
Awesome awesome Read

It just keeps getting better and better and know I'm off to the next book to see about the Sinclair friend and the President that was killed.
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544 reviews41 followers
August 26, 2020
This is yet another wonderful addition to Ms. Basset's 'Castle Sin' series about Dominants & their chosen permanent submissives. And, as always, this reader settled into this book smooth as silk & found herself deeply invested in Zeke (Master Dragon) & Taylor (heroine) immediately.
Master Dragon is in his late thirties, started his training to be a Dominant at 18 years old to become the Master that he is now, is handsome, muscular, calm, controlled & stern. And to date, no one submissive has tripped his switch to be 'the one'.
Until today.
Until Taylor.
Taylor is a brilliant attorney with her own practice based in Seattle, she's sharp, takes no guff from any man or woman, stands her ground & sticks to her principles. She's focused on her career & her clients & somewhat satisfies her submissive desires at a local club with partial submission to available Doms. And to date, no Dom has ever been entrusted with her true & total submission. Or trust.
Until today?
Until Zeke?
Because Master Dragon is unlike ANY Dom she's encountered before.
And one night stuck in DC together ignites the flames of lust in Master Dragon's chest & in Taylor's carefully constructed wall around her heart & emotions. And Master Dragon is not one to let such a delectable & delicious submissive elude his clutches while Taylor is determined to keep any relationship that develops, temporary.
I loved this one: Zeke was a wonderful Hero, calm, focused, determined. Calm, dominant, steady, protective. And while Taylor was comfortable with her ample curves while dressed, she was very insecure nude. And make no mistake: Master Dragon wanted his 'little one' nude. A lot. And the curves Taylor sought to hide flamed Zeke's intense lust to hold her, kiss her, pet her, 'engage' with her whenever he was with her.
It was a pleasure to read a curvy woman realize just how completely sexy & sensual she was, what a siren her body, her mind, her personality was to the right man. I loved their journey in this story.
And as always, Ms. Basset's writing is excellent, the reader easily forgets they're reading, is drawn into the story, 'sees' where the characters are, 'understands' the emotions they have & why, CARES about them & wants them to succeed against their foe(s), to find peace, happiness & love, together if at all possible.
The Sinclair family of siblings & cousins, as well as their women appear in this one to bolster the emotions, the action & the tension. There is sizzling steam, bitter betrayal, suspense, danger, caring, support, romance & most of all: Love. Love of family, love of friends, love of significant others: established & ptotentially new.
A simply stellar read the reader may sink into & enjoy, savor & in which to delight. I know I did.
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3,028 reviews63 followers
July 20, 2020
Master Dragon is so very delicious!

”I am going to challenge fate, little one. I want you and I’ll be damned if I’m going to let you walk away from me until I’ve had my fill.”

DAMN! Zeke is so delicious. He’s demanding, intense and so very sexy. Just reading a few of his words he had me melting into a giant puddle on the floor. Zeke made my panties combust with his sexy words and domineering ways.

Taylor made me laugh with her feistiness and irritability. She reminded me of myself at times and I could totally relate to her insecurities.

”Thank you but no thank you. I’m nobody’s lollipop to suck on until your ears pop from the sugar rush.”

Zeke and Taylor’s story is filled with intense passion and emotions, with twists and turns that are surprising and shocking. These two have an instant connection and such HOT chemistry that it just oozes off the pages. Zeke is sweet and loving to Taylor but knows just when to push her to get her to love herself more and to bring out her inner sexiness. He does a fantastic job of it.

The story is another phenomenal read by the amazing Linzi Basset. She knows just what her readers want and she knows just how to titillate us and leave us begging for more. I loved everything about this story and now I need to find myself a Master Dragon! Highly recommend.

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Master Dragon is so very delicious!

”I am going to challenge fate, little one. I want you and I’ll be damned if I’m going to let you walk away from me until I’ve had my fill.”

DAMN! Zeke is so delicious. He’s demanding, intense and so very sexy. Just reading a few of his words he had me melting into a giant puddle on the floor. Zeke made my panties combust with his sexy words and domineering ways.

Taylor made me laugh with her feistiness and irritability. She reminded me of myself at times and I could totally relate to her insecurities.

”Thank you but no thank you. I’m nobody’s lollipop to suck on until your ears pop from the sugar rush.”

Zeke and Taylor’s story is filled with intense passion and emotions, with twists and turns that are surprising and shocking. These two have an instant connection and such HOT chemistry that it just oozes off the pages. Zeke is sweet and loving to Taylor but knows just when to push her to get her to love herself more and to bring out her inner sexiness. He does a fantastic job of it.

The story is another phenomenal read by the amazing Linzi Basset. She knows just what her readers want and she knows just how to titillate us and leave us begging for more. I loved everything about this story and now I need to find myself a Master Dragon! Highly recommend.
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1,999 reviews76 followers
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Blurb:
I've existed for the past century doing the lowly jobs the Family assign me. Reeling from the loss of yet another mortal lover, I jump at the chance to climb the ranks and leave my grief behind. This is the opportunity to be someone, perhaps even to find someone to remain as my loving companion as I face down eternity. I don't expect Fate to throw a curveball in the form of Shannon, a person so pure, I can't help but fall head over heels for him. Unwilling to sully Shannon with the knowledge of our kind, I find I'm also unable to make myself let him go.
When I'm called to meet Arrakus, the being from the Void who Made my Father, I discover that this second chance isn't everything I thought it would crack up to be. Assuming the life of the dead too soon River Montgomery was one thing, Bonding physically and mentally to a shape-shifting Kraken was quite another. Keeping Shannon safe is my priority, though, and I know one thing won't change, no matter what. I'll do anything, anything at all, to save him.
Warning: These books are for adult readers who enjoy stories where lines between right and wrong get blurry. High heat, twisted and tantalizing, these are not for the fainthearted.
685 reviews5 followers
July 18, 2020
Zeke is currently Master Dragon at Castle Sin. When he was younger, Zeke managed to get into numerous difficulties. Danton, a good friend, set aside time and energy to help raise him to be the strong Dominant he is today. Unfortunately, Danton was a passenger on a ship, along with the President of the United States, just as it exploded. Zeke and his cousins are mourning his loss.

Zeke meets Taylor at the airport when their plane to Key West is delayed for at least 42 hours. He offers her a ride in his helicopter. He is entranced and thoroughly taken with her from the very beginning. She fights the attraction, but agrees to accompany him to Castle Sin. She is a headstrong, independent, sassy submissive to Zeke’s powerful, alpha Dominant. He is determined to teach her to love her own body as much as he does.

Although Taylor has been a submissive for a number of years, why is she anxious to find Castle Sin? Is there a danger she is trying to avoid? Is her life in danger? Will Zeke and the other Dominants from Castle Sin be able to help her?

This story is filled with intensity, excitement, political manipulations and eroticism. I cannot believe how carefully the eroticism is interwoven into the political upheaval in a manner that kept me thoroughly intrigued. This is definitely a story worth reading.
132 reviews3 followers
July 20, 2020
Once again Linzi Basset has grabbed our minds with the twists and turns of another story featuring Castle Sin and the Sinclair clan. Of all these sexy doms, Zeke has become my absolute favorite. He knows the type of woman he wants long term in his life and has never settled for less. When he meets a beautiful, sexy, curvy woman at the airport he knows she’s the Sub for hm.

Taylor is trying to get off the grid and away from the men threatening her over a huge case shes been working on. Figuring there is no place safer than Castle Sin she tries to hop a plane to the Bahamas only to have all flights grounded. When the sexy stranger offers her a flight out with him she decides to accept it knowing that Zeke is one of the owners of the place she is trying so hard to get to.

No one can take you on a ride like Linzi, she gives you all the fun, sexy BDSM, and throws in a political drama that keeps you glued to the pages. You get to see more of the men and women from previous books and keep up with everyone’s lives as they continue to live, love, get married and have beautiful babies. This is one series that just keeps you coming back again and again for all the characters.
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224 reviews6 followers
July 15, 2020
Oh my love Zeke and Taylor. This story of heartbreaking, and love. Emotional read. So hot ,sexy at the same time . Zeke and Taylor have amazing chemistry, so hot and satisfying, ya need ice water to cool down . When Master Dragon dominates a sub , all Ya can do hang on for the ride.
Ya love BDSM , suspenseful story, lot sexy heat ? One click on Zeke , be ready to be amazed
because Linzi is a master of story teller way she weaves it together.

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Amazing!!!

Oh my love Zeke and Taylor. This story of heartbreaking, and love. Emotional read. So hot ,sexy at the same time . Zeke and Taylor have amazing chemistry, so hot and satisfying, ya need ice water to cool down . When Master Dragon dominates a sub , all Ya can do is hang on for the ride.
Ya love BDSM , suspenseful story, lot sexy heat ? One click on Zeke , be ready to be amazed
because Linzi is a master of story teller, the way she weaves it together.
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387 reviews
July 17, 2020
Full of suspense, romance and highly entertaining, this book was a real pleasure to read. Zeke's story is Unputdownable. The sparks, the kink, the sassy Taylor. Everything was just perfect. This is by far my favourite book in this series and am already on my second read❤❤
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