Highest Bidder is the fifth novel by Sara Cate that’s part of the Salacious Players’ Club series.
At the time of publishing this guide, this story was available on Kindle Unlimited.
Here’s more about the book, along with our free Dirty Dozen downloadable discussion question guide for your spicy book club.
Book description
He’s not just rich…he’s filthy rich.
When I started working at Salacious Players’ Club, I never expected to end up on the auction block ready to grant a date to the highest bidder.
This club is not really my scene. I’m not the kind of girl rich guys take home. I’m more a piano playing, van-living, free spirit kind of girl.
So when Ronan Kade, the richest man at the club, puts down over a hundred grand for my time, how can I tell him no?
But he’s too old. Too rich. Too cocky.
And oh yeah…he once dated my mother.
Except he doesn’t know that. He has no idea who I am.
One date turns into a trip to Paris. And an offer to live with him in his penthouse. Then a promise to take care of me.
Before I know it, I’m calling this silver fox my daddy.
Ronan Kade only bid on one date, but I think he’s winning much more than that.
Can we overcome the years between us to find happiness?
And will he find it in him to forgive me when he learns the secret I’ve been keeping?
Highest Bidder book club discussion guide
**PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS DISCUSSION QUESTION GUIDE MIGHT INCLUDE SPOILERS**
We’ve provided the Dirty Dozen below; twelve spicy and intriguing questions to spark discussion and help you uncover the spine-tingling depths of the story.
The Dirty Dozen
Foreplay – Warm Up Questions
1. What’s the overall spice level? 1 (Not Spicy) – 10 (Spiciest Thing I’ve Ever Read)?
2. How does the spice level compare to the other books we’ve read together?
3. Daisy gives a classic book lover answer when asked her favorite—listing genres, moods, and categories instead of one title. What’s your “comfort book” and why? Would it tell a potential lover something important about you?
The Spicy Bits – Gettin’ Down and Dirty with the Plot
4. Ronan wrestles with whether he’s “overreacting” by wanting to protect Daisy from van life. Did his protective streak come off as caring, controlling, or something in between? Where’s the line between gallant and overbearing?
5. He literally throws her over his shoulder at one point. Dominant moves like this can be hot—or humiliating. Did this moment work for you as a reader? Would you rather throw or be thrown?
6. What’s the most deliciously reckless decision either character makes in the book? Did it heighten the tension or feel like a red flag?
7. “I’ve stopped seeing his age… I just see him.” How well did the book explore the age gap between Daisy and Ronan? Did it feel authentic and romantic, or like wish fulfillment?
8. Daisy explores a kink that includes calling Ronan “Daddy”—not because of their history, but as a way to meet an emotional and physical need they both share. How did this dynamic land for you—as intimate, edgy, or something else entirely? (All perspectives welcome—let’s keep it respectful and open-minded.)
9. Daisy admits Madame Kink intimidates her, and she doesn’t feel worthy of that level of confidence. Have you ever been around someone like that—someone who seems to own their power? How did the book handle themes of self-worth and comparison?
10. Daisy realizes she loves Ronan—deeply, not just lustfully—after what feels like a very short time. Is that believable in their context? Can love that fast be real, or is it just a product of intense circumstances?
11. “Maybe that’s what love is—feeling unworthy and astonished…” This line hit hard. Have you ever experienced a love that felt this overwhelming, like you had to rise to deserve it? Or does that idea sound exhausting?
Aftercare – Final Thoughts
12. The final rule—Big risk, big reward—ties into Daisy’s healing journey. She commits to not faking recovery. What did you think of the way the story tackled trauma and personal growth? Did it feel earned?
Bonus: What questions do you have for the author? If you could dog-ear a page with a question for the author, what would it be?
Please feel free to use this post as a starting point for your spicy book club discussion questions and use the comments below to share your thoughts and insights about the book. You can also get a free downloadable copy of the discussion guide using the button below.
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