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Wanting Mr. Cane (Cane #1) Kindle Edition
It was love at first sight when I met Mr. Cane. He was handsome, broody, tattooed, and rich. For years, he’s been mine. He just didn’t know it.
I wasn’t expecting to fall in love with him, or for him to want me in the ways that he did. None of it was ever supposed to happen, but after all we’ve done together, it’s too late to turn back now. A once harmless crush had blossomed into so much more.
CANE
When we first met, she was just a kid - my best friend’s daughter. A sweet, young girl with a big heart. But now, she’s a young woman who knows what she wants, and all she wants is me.
I’ve tried holding back, pretending the connection meant nothing, but my sweet candy cane made it impossible. If anyone finds out, I’ll be ruined. I’ve worked too hard to lose everything I’ve built. But there’s just something about her that tempts me, making me want to sacrifice just about anything to have her.
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"Wanting Mr. Cane is a scrumptious morsel of forbidden love dusted in sugary, sexy urgency. Ms. Williams has written a not-so-conventional couple that I was rooting for right away. This story had me hungry for more, long after I turned the last page." - USA Today bestselling author Dylan Allen
"Tempting, thrilling, and tantalizing. Only Shanora could straddle the perilous line between forbidden and young love, and weave a well-written, complex story." - Calia Read, author of The Surviving Trace
"Forbidden, kinky, sexy, and absolutely hot in every retrospective. That's what Shanora Williams writes in all her down right sexy romances that will have you wanting for more..." - CristiinaReads
"Shanora Williams is the QUEEN of Taboo Romances. I looovvvee a good taboo story and she never ever disappoints. Wanting Mr. Cane is a swoonworthy romance that you will not put down once you start." - Sherita, Goodreads Reviewer
"Forbidden romance at it's finest, this story will hook you from the start and have you panting through to the final page!" - Hot KU Romance Dani
"There is no question in my mind that Shanora Williams is the queen of the older man/younger woman scenario." - MJ, Amazon Reviewer
"I took no time to get pulled into this story. Zero. I'm not usually into the taboo, father figure, much younger woman type of story but I can't help but absolutely love them every time Shanora Williams writes them!" - Jennifer, Goodreads Reviewer
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Product details
- ASIN : B07DK2BBTM
- Publisher : Platinum Queen Press, LLC
- Accessibility : Learn more
- Publication date : June 5, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 3.6 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 316 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 4 : Cane
- Best Sellers Rank: #10,627 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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About the author

Shanora Williams is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her versatile voice, diverse characters, and high-stakes love stories. Whether grounded in reality or set in a magical world, her books explore connection, chaos, and the kind of love that lingers long after the last page. When she isn’t writing, she’s deep in family life, binge-watching her favorite shows and movies, working out, or getting cozy with a book. She lives near Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband and three sons.
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI couldn’t put this book down, and the spice was pretty consistent throughout the book! Then there’s the character that isn’t who they seem, it’s a great read! I’m rooting for everything to work out!
- Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI'm seriously surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. it was the perfect read for my down time from large deeply investing reads. I like a good taboo read that's well executed and not cringe. I'm excited to see what comes next.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseFirst time I’ve ever been so pissed off at a book but damn this was a good read. Quinton Cane, you will always be famous.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2022Format: KindleVerified Purchasethis is a GENEROUS three stars! she was down so bad I wanted to vomit!!!!! like girl stand up I- i can’t read about female vulnerability bro idk, i need to unpack that blah blah blah whatever. i was so annoyed with them that I couldn’t even enjoy the smut :( AND THATS THE WHOLE REASON I READ IT!!!? like it’s just a no! something ab the writing just… and i don’t think i even like any of the characters but anyway, imma continue because kelly is unhinged and that really caught my attention I guess
- Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2018Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseI was introduced to Shanora William's books by my cousin. Since we both have a DEEP love for forbidden romances she urged me to check out Dear Mr. Black. After I finished that book, I just knew that Shanora had a knack for writing forbidden romances. I STILL wasn't prepared for Wanting Mr. Cane! When I say that this book has absolutely engulfed me (in the best way possible) this week I'm NOT exaggerating. When a book hooks you in so completely that you get attached to secondary characters almost as much as the primary ones, you've got yourself a good book!
Kandy and Cane's (isn't it PERFECT!) story is full of emotion and pure sexy goodness. Cane is an inked up millionaire who just so happens to be Kandy's father's best friend. Now, I don't want to say too much because this book is one you need to unfold page by page, but, one of my favorite elements of this story is the banter that goes on between Cane and Kandy. You truly get to watch as their relationship builds and the angst that comes along with every secret randevu. The tension in this book is HOT. The sex in this book is freaking unbelievable. The characters are phenomenal!
It's very rare for me to care just as much about a secondary character as I do a primary one. Shanora is able to make you feel and empathize for characters beyond Kandy and Cane which made this book even better. There was truly never a boring moment in this book. The description, the dialogue, the steamy hot sex scenes and the angst all just work together in the most beautiful of ways. Even if you aren't a lover of forbidden romances, this book will still hook you in. It's just that good!
5 out of 5 stars!
Seriously, this book is not to be missed. Shanora Williams knows how to pull you in and keep you there and have you on your toes the ENTIRE way. Add it to your TBR immediately!
- Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020Format: KindleVerified PurchaseMay - December romances aren't really my thing. I find it very unbelievable just a man so "seasoned" would really want someone so young, especially someone he watched grow up. But I understand having a connection with someone that just doesn't make sense. There are a lot of things that are questionable about Quinton Cane, but I'm having a hard time why he wants to hide the things about his family. Their sins are not his. I think Kandy Jennings has a hero worship relationship with Cane. I get giving something so memorable to someone you trust. I'm not sure I developed any type of connection with the characters but the sex was HOT 🔥🔥🔥 It will be interesting to see how it plays out in the future.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2018Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI pretty much just heard about this book a few days ago but in that short time my expectations went from 0-60 in a few seconds flat. Especially after reading the sample chapters from Amazon I immediately knew I had to keep going until I finished, which is basically what happened minus the few hours of sleep I got. It's interesting that I considered this trope weird to me because honestly I don't picture a dad's friend to be hot. But all it takes is one author to change my perspective and I'm amazed how sinfully delicious Wanting Mr. Cane turned out to be.
Shanora Williams has created one sizzling story without it being weird at all. Quinton Cane is best friends with Derek Jennings and they are back to hanging out like no time has past at all. Kandy is 9 at the time and after the initial shock of the tattooed stranger showing up out of nowhere, she accepts Cane and his part of being in the family. As the years go by Kandy's feelings start to change from familial to lustful but she hides them quite well from everyone because no matter what nothing could happen with her and Cane. Until one fateful day the dam between them breaks and everything changes.
Wanting Mr. Cane was written so fantastically that I don't see anyone not wanting him. I love how well spaced out the timeline is and that nothing was rushed, even when the spark was first lit. And despite the age difference I love how well Cane and Kandy meshed without anything being forced or awkward. If you can't already tell how these two are meant to be just look at their names. Unfortunately there are times when obstacles stand in the way and both characters have quite some big ones to overcome. Thankfully there isn't too much waiting around after that dramatic ending and although I don't see how this book will be topped, I just know Shanora Williams will bring it.
Top reviews from other countries
- N. MahoneyReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 18, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars An exciting. passionate first in series.
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseFrom when she is small Kandy has been drawn to 'Mr Cane' However Cane saw her as his best friends little girl and nothing more. That is until Kandy is no longer a girl, she is a woman and Cane can not ignore the attraction that he feels for her, despite the people in their way.
I loved this steamy romance and I admit that at first I was dubious but this is a story of consenting adults with a passionate connection. Yes, he's older and knew her as a child but his attraction is to Kandy is that of an adult man for an adult woman. The big issue is that he's her Dad's best friend and that makes it more taboo. (I would go nuclear if an adult friend of mine was attracted to my daughter- she's an adult but will always be my baby)
So lets examine the important stuff
attraction rating? - Off the hook!
Sexual Chemistry (as adults) - Give me a fan - its hot stuff
plot and pace- Both plot and pace were brilliant. This book had great flow and an interesting, difficult, romantic plot.
I devoured, and thoroughly enjoyed every page and didn't want to put it down and then it ended.... Yes it ended on a cliffhanger! Shanora Williams you have left me with questions. I need answers and I need them now! Thankfully the next in the Cane series is due out on 12th July so it's not too long. Still, I need more!!
For lovers of sexy, romance stories- seriously buy this- you won't be disappointed
- AKReviewed in India on August 13, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Hot hot hot!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis is the book to read if you want it all...Cane! He's the man! After Christian Grey, I thought there was no one who's gonna be as hot but am proven wrong! Can't wait to read the next one!
- KierraReviewed in Canada on February 11, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read!!!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseFirst off this series is a must read!!!! I loved this series from start to finish. This book tells a story about opposites attract, it is a taboo romance but totally worth it. As with any story there are twists and turns and Shanora never disappoints with her incredible and sneaky twists 😂😂. Once you start this series you won't be able to put it down.
- Cali JessReviewed in Canada on August 13, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Age gap
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIt’s is one of the good dramatic age gaps I’ve read and throughout the book it has so much drama and good moments! Could be a little faster pace though in some spots!
- RobReviewed in Australia on February 6, 2023
3.0 out of 5 stars FFS warn it’s a cliffhanger!!
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseGreat story, good character development, but surely somehow authors could let us know it’s a cliffhanger before we buy it!!!