Artist Sarah Digby has always been a free spirit. Maybe the parties she throws get a little too loud and run a little too late, and maybe her little dog has become something of an unholy terror in the neighborhood, but that certainly doesn't give anybody the right to march into her house and scold her like a naughty child. But Sarah's neighbor Austin Black isn't just anybody, he is a Marine Corps sergeant used to giving orders and having them obeyed. When he finally has enough of her bratty behavior and sassy attitude and takes matters into his own hands, she soon finds herself bare-bottomed over his firm thighs, receiving the first spanking of her life. Afterwards, Austin informs Sarah that from now on he'll be keeping her in line personally. In spite of everything, Austin's dominance leaves Sarah longing for more, and as her submission grows deeper she is surprised to notice that her art begins to flourish like never before. But when Austin makes it clear that he wants her not only as his lover but also as his pet-a pet he will cherish and care for but also train and punish when needed-Sarah is unsure if she is ready to belong to him so completely. Can a girl like her truly surrender her heart to a man who will expect her to kneel at his feet and come when she is called? Publisher's Note: The Marine's Pet is an erotic romance novel that contains spankings, sexual scenes, pet play, BDSM content, anal play, and more. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.