Praise is the first installment in the Salacious Players’ Club series by Sara Cate.
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 calls me perfect.
His flawless pet.
His good girl.
Broken down and wounded by my emotionally neglectful ex, I wanted someone to tell me I was good enough.
Then, I stumbled into a new job with a boss who brings me to my knees—literally. He has me do things a real secretary would never do.
Emerson Grant tells me I’m more than just good enough.
I’m worthy of his praise.
There are a million reasons why I should stay away. The owner of the Salacious Players’ Club is not just my new boss, he’s twice my age.
And my ex-boyfriend’s father.
With him, I am treasured. I am adored. I am his.
I’m a good girl, but I’m falling for the wrong man.
Emerson Grant knows what he wants—
And he wants me.
So how far will I go to hear his approval?
Praise 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. Knowing what Charlotte knows by the time the offer is made, would you have accepted Emerson’s offer of a “regular secretary” job?
The Spicy Bits – Gettin’ Down and Dirty with the Plot
4. Charlotte is interested in the throne room… what room would you be looking for in the SPC? (No shame, just vibes.)
5.What do you think is the real issue… the age gap or the fact that it’s Beau’s dad?
6. Thoughts on the quote: “I’d rather be Emerson’s pet than Beau’s girlfriend.” Did it hit? Or did it cross a line?
7. Emerson shows up at Sophie’s birthday party uninvited. Was that a grand gesture or a red flag?
8. Did Charlotte find herself or lose herself over the course of the story?
9. Discuss this quote: “I’d rather be someone people deem as depraved or sinful than being narrow-minded and hateful.” How does this tie into the book’s larger message about sex, shame, and society?
10. Were you surprised by how the story explored trust, especially with Charlie’s past and family? Did anything feel particularly real or raw?
11. If you had to create a rule for yourself as a member of the SPC, what would it be? (Fun, spicy, or serious!)
Aftercare – Final Thoughts
12. Did you feel like Emerson and Charlie’s relationship was balanced and healing by the end? Would you read more in this universe?
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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