Seven Deadly Sins Series by Laura Cooper

It was a fresh start, and as a recent graduate from the Charleston School of Law, it was a way to pad her resume with a high powered New York Law firm. But most of all, it was away from him. The last thing she needed was another relationship, especially since her devastating break up with her master, Benton Frazier. Burned one too many times, this submissive was ready to put her past behind her. She just never figured on Carlton. Liz could have easily taken a local job offer in Charleston... moreIt was a fresh start, and as a recent graduate from the Charleston School of Law, it was a way to pad her resume with a high powered New York Law firm. But most of all, it was away from him. The last thing she needed was another relationship, especially since her devastating break up with her master, Benton Frazier. Burned one too many times, this submissive was ready to put her past behind her. She just never figured on Carlton. Liz could have easily taken a local job offer in Charleston. However, since her brother waited for her to graduate, it was now his time to pursue his fashion career in New York City. Now that her parents were gone, Palmer was all she had. Everything seemed to be falling into place until she met him. Now, all she can think about is Carlton. Carlton was dreamy. Handsome, rugged, and well dressed. Deep brown eyes the color of chocolate, and the silken voice with a hint of an English accent that simply drove her crazy. But she soon finds out that Carlton is much more than he appeared to be. Although not her first choice, New York did offer her a way to pad her resume while her brother completed his education. Besides, getting away from her relationship with Benton Frazier was just what the doctor ordered. less

In the first part, LUST, young attorney Liz Martin had just moved to New York with her brother Palmer. They’d both had a tumultuous few years and were ready to put the past behind them and start fresh. But when Liz meets British born Carlton Michaud she’s swept off her feet and begins to worry that he could never provide the dark desires she still craves. ENVY begins as Carlton makes a bold move and introduces Liz to his best friends and partners... moreIn the first part, LUST, young attorney Liz Martin had just moved to New York with her brother Palmer. They’d both had a tumultuous few years and were ready to put the past behind them and start fresh. But when Liz meets British born Carlton Michaud she’s swept off her feet and begins to worry that he could never provide the dark desires she still craves. ENVY begins as Carlton makes a bold move and introduces Liz to his best friends and partners. It’s a giant step for a man who detests paparazzi and public life. But Liz has already discovered that Carlton isn’t the only Senior Partner who’s sleeping around. She hates cheaters more than anyone! Her previous boyfriend of eleven years had been caught red handed too, getting away from that ass had been one of the main reasons she so eagerly agreed to move to New York. But the office has a new case and when Carlton asks her advice on a local Charleston Law Firm to partner with she has no choice but to recommend Frazier, Rice, Rutledge and Calhoun. Enter Benton Frazier, smart ass attorney and Liz’s former cheating dom boyfriend. He’s come to New York under the veil of smoothing out some rough edges regarding the Charleston Ports and Webster Shipping Company but Liz knows why he’s there. He’s there to claim his property…her. No matter how much she despises him she can’t escape the desires that build within her when he’s near. It isn’t really Benton she wants, she wants Carlton to dominate her but she can’t seem to find a conversation that starts with, “hey would you mind whipping me?” On a rare moment alone in Carlton’s apartment Liz stumbles into a room that contains Carlton’s own little secrets. Now she knows he enjoys sexual play, but still how to approach it? As Carlton becomes green with ENVY over her comfort level with Benton Frazier, Liz struggles to keep her past from the man she loves. less

When the case involving Webster Shipping gets out of hand Liz and Carlton must head to Charleston to find a way to resolve this issue. Either that or Carlton’s firm will lose one of its biggest clients. But their new found love for one another comes with some issues of its own, for instance they can’t seem to keep their hands off one another. No location is too taboo for these two lovers. Their gluttonous need for one another is boundless in this third episode of The 7 Deadly Sins... moreWhen the case involving Webster Shipping gets out of hand Liz and Carlton must head to Charleston to find a way to resolve this issue. Either that or Carlton’s firm will lose one of its biggest clients. But their new found love for one another comes with some issues of its own, for instance they can’t seem to keep their hands off one another. No location is too taboo for these two lovers. Their gluttonous need for one another is boundless in this third episode of The 7 Deadly Sins. Next week a sudden sad turn of events in Carlton’s life puts him face to face with the family he left behind in Worcester, England. Now it’s Carlton’s turn to show Liz what shagging means in his home country! less

With the sudden death of his father, Carlton is forced to go back to Worcester, England to execute the will. With Liz by his side, Carlton finally has the confidence to face his demon, and her impact on him runs much deeper than just her marriage to the dearly departed. No one could possibly understand the devastation of losing a parent better than Liz, but her presence will require that Carlton come clean about his mysterious past... moreWith the sudden death of his father, Carlton is forced to go back to Worcester, England to execute the will. With Liz by his side, Carlton finally has the confidence to face his demon, and her impact on him runs much deeper than just her marriage to the dearly departed. No one could possibly understand the devastation of losing a parent better than Liz, but her presence will require that Carlton come clean about his mysterious past. Anxiety about meeting someone’s family is bad enough, but when you’re meeting them at a funeral, it’s all the more daunting. To top that off, the vast Michaud wealth is a great deal more than Liz expected. While the butler may look upon Liz Martin as just another in a long line of money grubbers, she quickly wins over Carlton’s family with her Southern charm and quick wit. Carlton’s sister Missy is absolutely smitten with Liz, but her real love lies with another… Ms. Patricia Williams. Enter Kinsley Reynolds Michaud, the sixth and final wife. Liz will come face to face with the woman who ruined Carlton, and if she can resist pushing her eyeballs behind her brain they may actually have a good old South Carolina ‘Put Out.” But Liz has never seen anyone scramble Carlton Michaud before and he backs away from Kinsley as if she’s a leper. As their relationship matures Liz and Carlton must clear the air about some crucial matters. Until now she’s questioned his dominance over her. He’s not very good at it after all. It gets interesting as the two submissives struggle to decide who’s going to hold the whip. less

Carlton is called away to London after his father's funeral, leaving Liz to fend for herself for the week. It doesn’t take long for Liz to discover that things are not quite as they seem in Michaud Manor. She’s left to discover the mysteries of the family on her own. A long walk through the garden leads her to Missy’s “dollhouse” where she’s nearly discovered as Missy and Patricia enjoy a luscious romp at the bottom of the stone steps. But things heat up further when Liz can’t sleep... moreCarlton is called away to London after his father's funeral, leaving Liz to fend for herself for the week. It doesn’t take long for Liz to discover that things are not quite as they seem in Michaud Manor. She’s left to discover the mysteries of the family on her own. A long walk through the garden leads her to Missy’s “dollhouse” where she’s nearly discovered as Missy and Patricia enjoy a luscious romp at the bottom of the stone steps. But things heat up further when Liz can’t sleep. She wanders into Michaud’s office and follows a secret door to the dungeon. As she’s snooping through the kinky details, she’s again interrupted. This time the intruder is the last person she’d expect to see at Carlton’s home. After a shopping excursion with Missy leaves her feeling mysteriously sick she’s taken to the apartment in town. There she discovers that despite all of the warnings, she has indeed underestimated Kinsley Reynolds Michaud. Excerpt - Their frivolous giggles caught my attention; I’m not even sure why I didn’t want them to know I was there, but I adjusted my footing and remained silent. Missy and Patricia were already in a heated embrace by the time I’d noticed their appearance downstairs, I’d been lost in my own little world and now it was most assuredly too late to announce my presence. My voyeuristic curiosity took control, and this time I didn’t even bother resisting. I pressed my face to the crack in the floor and watched with intense interest as the two lovers began their dance. The embrace alone was burning with passion, and the exchange of kisses seemed to magnify the underlying desire they had for each other. Missy rolled Patricia over onto her back as she cuddled next to her on a brightly colored quilt, tracing her fingertips across the pocket of the white button down shirt she was wearing. Her lips pressed against the side of Patricia’s neck, sending her off into a world of moans that jolted me straight past the hormonal hell of my period and into sensual empathy. Missy moved her fingers up Patricia’s neck, gently lifting her jaw to accept her lips and tongue. I was mesmerized; frozen, if for just a moment, and I could almost taste her lipstick myself. My unintentional curiosity fueled my own desires, and I moved my hand inside my shirt once again. Every movement I made, no matter how small, seemed to be so loud I was convinced I was going to wake the dead, or at a minimum give me away. Nevertheless, the two lovers beneath me were apparently so wrapped up in each other, my presence went unnoticed. I gently squeezed my breast, forcing my eyes shut for just a moment as my imagination placed me in Patricia’s position. less

With the return of Carlton imminent, her misplaced trust in Missy may cost her more than just her curiosity. It appears that Kinsley's plan has come to fruition, and Liz is in the most vulnerable position possible. If all that wasn't bad enough, it seems Kinsley and Missy have a new ally in one Benton Frazier... moreWith the return of Carlton imminent, her misplaced trust in Missy may cost her more than just her curiosity. It appears that Kinsley's plan has come to fruition, and Liz is in the most vulnerable position possible. If all that wasn't bad enough, it seems Kinsley and Missy have a new ally in one Benton Frazier. Why is he in England? What is he doing with Kinsley and Missy? Will her loyalty to the relationship with Carlton survive? Once released from her situation, Liz bolts for the more familiar confines of her New York Apartment. It is only when she's away from Carlton and his crazy family can she sort out all her feelings and find her true desire. less

Liz is torn between her love for Carlton and her need for Benton's firm hand. In this last installment she must choose between the two, or give up her pursuit of happiness altogether. And if all that wasn't confusing enough, her feelings for Patricia continue to pull at her. Will her pride allow her to find her solution? Approximately 17,000 words