"A love story with erotic features. Not a pure erotic novel." Shortly after Emma's cheating boyfriend leaves her, she decides to regain her self-worth by going with her friend to the House of Temptation, a combination discotheque and swingers club. Emma has only a faint idea of what to expect, but she most certainly didn't anticipate meeting the most desirable bachelor in the city there. With his irresistible, secretive charm, he manages to seduce Emma. Everything could be so perfect, if only his equally attractive brother hadn't shown up suddenly to reveal James's dark past. This collection of novellas contains the first and second parts of the thrilling and tantalizing erotic series.
My heart belongs to books and love. That's why I prefer to write love stories and erotic novels with happy endings. I love music, live in Berlin, and like quick-witted and self-confident protagonists. Already as an adolescent, I wrote short stories and novels. In 2013, I realized my dream and published my first erotic love story "Love and Fire" under the penname Miranda J. Fox (don't worry; that's not really my name). Since then, a large audience has been enjoying my books, and I am always thankful to live my dream and to entertain you with my nonsense. I hope this will continue ;) When I'm not writing, I use every free minute to read.
3.5 gripping, promising yet a tad frustrating stars......
(I previously read and reviewed part one of this book, but since the author sent me PART 2 as an arc asking for an honest review this is now my updated review to encompass both parts 1 & 2)
So Part 1- well sometimes all a girl wants is a quickie right? And the first part of this novella may have only been 56 pages but it definitely grabbed my attention and turned out to be a quick, fun and HOT read. The basic story began with Emma, who, after being cheated on by her boyfriend, decides to attend the local swingers club; 'House of Temptation', looking for a little fun, but getting much more than she bargained for when she meets club owner; James Carter;
"at only, twenty-four years of age, James was the richest bachelor in the city."
Ill be honest Ive always found short novellas like this one difficult to rate because there is only so much story you can pack into so few pages. So for part one I decided upon 3 stars because what I did read, I enjoyed and for me it was the beginning of what I hoped would develop into a great erotic story. I would have loved it to be longer so we could see greater character development, learning more about Emma's backgrounds and motives, and therefore I could have formed more of a emotional connection with the lead female. A few more chapters would also have allowed me as a reader to see where the story line is going to take us in the future and maybe allowed for a little more drama. I suppose I felt that just as I was getting into the first part of story, it ended!! I did however, really enjoy the authors writing style, and as I said before the potential was there for a great follow up.
So then along comes part two and the author wastes absolutely no time in throwing us back into Emma and James' lives. I have to say the start of this second part totally had me gripped and furiously turning the pages to delve further into the story. I absolutely loved the whole 'cat and mouse' feel to their budding relationship, I loved Emma's initial reluctance and determination to not merely be another notch on the HOT and loaded club owners James' bedpost and I loved James' cocky, arrogant attitude......totally reminded me of another HOT, ARROGANT BILLIONAIRE ALPHA MALE!!!!
And then the end happened......
So all in all I really enjoyed both parts to this story and I'm eager to read more.........so why the 3.5 stars and not higher? Well for me there were a few minor frustrations, most of which were based on character decisions, (I have issues with some characters who can't make up their frigging minds even when I feel the truth is flipping obvious!!!!) .....
......But alas I don't really want to delve too much into these issues because I'd hate to spoil the story and I feel it's up the reader ti make up their own minds. What I will say is the sudden ending for this part had me nearly flinging my iPad through the air.....but on a really positive note this goes to show you how much I was engrossed in what turned out to be a HOT, STEAMY, INTRIGUING......YET AT TIMES FRUSTRATING AS HELL story.......so why not give it a try and see what you think!
*Review copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Confused is an understatement to what I'm feeling right now, I'm rounding this book to 4 steamy stars!!
In book one we met James and Emma, it was too short but full of potential and we're left knowing that they're going to spend the weekend together to get to know each other... here's my review for book one: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
So while book one is intriguing and left me wanting more but in a way of come on do it already, what's lying underneath though?
So book two We start with them enjoying each others company doing normal things such as watching films which is really unknown to James his lifestyle is full of partying, drinking, women you name it James has done it. This is where the book turns, James has a younger brother Eric he's getting involved in James business trying to split what James and Emma have, this book is packed with lots of twists and turns more involvement with new characters, learning about James past and I was left at the end feeling.....
WHAT THE FUCK?????
sorry to swear guys but there is a serious BIG cliffhanger at the end, Emma's safety is at risk without giving much away it had more of a mafia feel to it. And so many unanswered questions, I will tell you I am seriously pissed of with James but at the same time I do think he's trying to keep Emma safe. This one kept me on my toes especially at the end and Miranda what I want to know is how many books are we getting here? whens book three out I need more information and I NEED it now!!!!!
My thoughts I did start reading this not really knowing where the author was taking this, then half way through I couldn't stop till I finished I was on the edge of my seat and I do need more.... It's full of suspense with the steam not what I was expecting at all. The writing was easy to understand and flows pretty well and I do think this author is one to watch in the future as she sure has gripped my attention on this one.
James Sexy, HOT, seductive, secretive, intriguing.
Emma Niave, confused, vulnerable, feisty yet loving.
An enjoyable but short read....
Arc kindly given by the author in exchange for an honest review
Inhalt: »Eine Liebesgeschichte mit erotischen Elementen. Kein reiner Erotikroman«
Als Emma von ihrem Freund betrogen und kurz darauf verlassen wird, beschließt sie mit ihrer Freundin ins Haus der Versuchung zu gehen, einer Mischung aus Diskothek und Swingerclub, um ihr Selbstwertgefühl aufzubauen. Emma hat nur grobe Vorstellungen von dem, was sie erwartet, doch sicher rechnet sie nicht damit, dem begehrtesten Junggesellen der Stadt über den Weg zu laufen. Mit seiner anziehenden geheimnisvollen Art gelingt es ihm, Emma zu verführen, und alles könnte perfekt sein. Würde nicht plötzlich sein ebenso attraktiver Bruder auftauchen und James dunkle Vergangenheit aufdecken.
Meine Meinung: Zusammen gefasst ist die Grundidee ganz in Ordnung, aber irgendwie kam mir es doch so vor, dass Emma sehr leicht manipulierbar ist und das war sehr übertrieben zu viel des guten gewesen. Emma die keinen ihre Gedanken über ihre Handlungen macht; James, der denkt, dass er mit Geld alles machen kann was er will und genauso geht es den Bruder rüber. Irgendwie sind alle Charaktere sehr übertrieben oberflächlich.
Fazit: Dennoch ein gutes Buch, was aber noch sehr aufbaufähig ist.
Die Protagonistin Emma hat eigentlich die Schnauze voll von Männern, denn sie wurde betrogen und verlassen. Ihre beste Freundin möchte die traurige Emma ablenken und überredet sie zu einem Mädelsabend. In dem angesagten Swingerclub findet Emma ihre Ablenkung, um genau zu sein, die heißeste Ablenkung die sich jeder nur wünschen kann…
Miranda J. Fox gehört zu den Autoren, deren Geschichte ich als Ebooks oder Bücher gerne verschlinge. Manche Ebooks müssen sogar im Nachhinein mein Bücherregal schmücken und nicht nur wegen der tollen oder perfekten Geschichte, sondern, weil man als Leser die wert- und anspruchsvolle Arbeit noch mehr schätzt. Die anspruchsvollen Covers hinterlassen bei mir immer einen hoffnungsvollen Eindruck auf die Geschichte selber.
Wer kleine Geschichten mag und Shades of Grey verschlungen hat, ist bei dieser Kurzgeschichte genau richtig gelandet. Es gibt Verletzungen und Hoffnungen, was wird am Ende siegen? Gerade, weil im 2. Teil James Bruder Eric auftaucht und damit die positiven Erkenntnisse wieder zunichte macht. Was ist wahr von der schrecklichen Vergangenheit. Hat James dies wirklich auch alles getan, aber warum streitet er es ab? Beim Lesen entstehen viele Fragen, aber sie werden von der Autorin hilfreich beantwortet und machen die Kurzgeschichte damit perfekt.
James ist ein gutaussehender, reicher und junger Casanova. Jedoch wirkt er keineswegs arrogant oder selbstverliebt, sondern hat sogar eine romantische Seite. Der Protagonist scheint der Typ Mann zu sein, den Frau nur schlecht oder selten von der Bettkante stürzen würde.
Emma ist im Gegensatz zu James eher schüchtern und zurückhaltend, kommt aber sehr sympathisch rüber. Ihr fällt es schwer sich dem Protagonisten zu nähern, besonders als deren Bruder Eric ins Spiel kommt.
Wer auf Erotik und auf gut gebaute Kerle steht, der kann mit diesem Buch nichts falsch machen. Miranda J. Fox hat mit diesem Buch eine heiße Schiene aufgebaut, denn ich konnte dieses Buch nicht so schnell aus der Hand legen. Wie geht es weiter? Was passiert als nächstes? Und dann war es doch zu Ende und Band 3 musste ganz schnell her.
Buchinfos: Titel: Love and Fire Autor: Miranda J. Fox Seiten: 246 Buchart : TB Verlag: - Bestellcode: 978-1490351032 Erhältlich : 06 / 2013 Kosten : € 7,49 Alter: - Buchrichtung: Erotischer Roman Vorgängerbände: - Folgebände: Love and Fire - Stunde der Wahrheit Love and Fire - Eric (Einzelband)
Verfilmung: -
Inhalt: Als Emma von ihrem Freund betrogen und kurz darauf verlassen wird, beschließt sie mit ihrer Freundin ins Haus der Versuchung zu gehen, einer Mischung aus Diskothek und Swingerclub, um ihr Selbstwertgefühl aufzubauen. Emma hat nur grobe Vorstellungen von dem, was sie erwartet, doch sicher rechnet sie nicht damit, dem begehrtesten Junggesellen der Stadt über den Weg zu laufen. Mit seiner anziehenden geheimnisvollen Art gelingt es ihm, Emma zu verführen, und alles könnte perfekt sein. Würde nicht plötzlich sein ebenso attraktiver Bruder auftauchen und James dunkle Vergangenheit aufdecken. Dieser Sammelband beinhaltet den ersten und zweiten Teil der prickelnden und spannenden Erotik-Reihe.
Meine Meinung: Das Buch ist ein Erotikroman also wisst ihr ja schon was der größte Bestandteil des Buches ist ;) Emma trifft James in einem Swingerclub und verbringt eine heiße Zeit mit ihm unter der Dusche, aber Emma flüchtet. Sie weiß nicht wer James ist , den er ist der begehrteste Junggeselle der Stadt . Emma läuft ihm wieder über den Weg , James will ihr Interesse an ich wecken, aber Emma will das nicht, sie will erobert werden und so legt sich James ins Zeug. Dann taucht Eric auf, James Bruder, der sagt Emma etwas über James das ihre Welt ins Schwanken bringt.
Die Geschichte so ist gut und lässt sich gut lesen. Die Schriftgröße ist auch groß und erleichtert das lesen. Wer solche Geschichten mag sollte sie lesen, da das Ende nicht so ist wie ich es gerne hätte, muß ich auch Teil Drei lesen ;)
I have previously read and reviewed part one. Here's a recap:
You've been dumped by your cheating boyfriend...you have moped around feeling sorry for yourself for the last few weeks...what are you to do? Let loose with your best friend and the swankiest club in town owned by the hottest and richest eligible bachelor in town.
And that is just what Emma did and a hot time she did have! James, the owner of the club, shows Emma a moment of passion that leaves her confused and self deprecating. Emma makes a conscious choice to move on and pretend it never happened...But fate seems to have something else in store.
Part two we see the beginnings of a relationship between Emma and James. He is slowly trying to woo her with his charms...but that is quickly quashed when in enters the prodigal brother Eric...who is determine to disrupt and destroy anything good that James may have going in his life.
Who can Emma trust? Is James who he says he is? What truths does Eric have about James? What should Emma believe? What lies ahead for Emma? What has she gotten herself mixed up with?
Loving this story, with the way this story ends I really cannot wait to see what Ms Fox will bring to the table with Part three!
I was able to read book one first and although I enjoyed it I really felt like it was too short and it left me hanging. With that being said when I had the opportunity to read book two I reread book one and now two. Ms. Fox did not disappoint in book two. We have James the wealthiest and most sought after bachelor in the city. We also have Emma who is the girl who's been used in the past and is trying to avoid a repeat of heartbreak. Book 2 introduces us to Eric the step brother and quite frankly I'm not sure what to think of him. He tries to break up James and Emma's budding relationship but then on the other side seems to really look after Emma. The only issue I had was the writing at times confused me. For example ""No, I didn't. I said on the right." Emma raised her eyebrows" but it was James who said that. I had to reread a few parts to keep up with who was saying what. We're left at the end of book 2 with a cliffy and I can not wait to read book 3. I really am enjoying the story line and can't wait to see what's next for James and Emmy or Emma and Eric or James and Eric. Once you read it you'll see what I mean.
I received a copy from the author in exchange for my honest review, so here it is. I read part 1 back in August but read it again to remind myself of the story. After Rachel takes Emma to a swingers club and she meets James Carter. Emma runs from him, knows he is bad news. He can't stop trying to get her to go out with him. He even searches and finds out where she works and lives. Finally she agrees to spend the weekend with him and things seem to be going good until his brother Eric shows up. Eric tries to cause trouble for James and James is trying to keep Eric from Emma. Emma doesn't know what to believe is true. There is a lot going on in this one to keep you glued to the pages just to see where it will go next. I wanted to slap James, Eric and Aubrey. They all seem to be lying and who in the hell is Liam? Now Emma has finally that she is going to put James in her past. Can she move on without him? Will James tell her the truth? And what in the hell kinda game are they all playing? Another great part to this series. Looking forward to finding out what happens next!
Wow. I had already read part 1 and couldn't wait to see where the story would go. Part 2 was What the??? I am really confused. This isn't a bad thing. The story is really well written with interesting characters. Part 2 didn't end on a cliff hanger as such but I have like a million questions. I have to read the next instalment. I have found in some books the cliff hanger or the unanswered questions the reader is left with feel forced in the story to make you buy the next book. Not in this case. The story was confusing yet flowed so well. I feel like I'm in the head space of the main character Emma. I think what intrigues me more is the fact that you could leave the story there. There is no hidden meaning and take it all at face value BUT some how it just doesn't sit right with me and yet I have no idea who the good guy is and who the bad guys are. Great Romance novel with a mystery. Lots if fun and really desperate now for more. Read it. Would love to know others opinions of what they think is happening. R
Ok so I am torn, that was awesome but I am left with so many more questions... I am like RRROOOAAARR, and now I have to wait, but by God I hope there is another.
Book 2 picks up with James and Emma starting to date and him taking her to his place. The 2 share an intimate moment that is ruined by one gorgeous man - namely James brother, Eric. Eric turns everything on its head by breaking up James and Emma's relationship then putting himself there for her.
There are so many twists and turns that I found myself questioning whether I had fallen asleep and woken 30 pages ahead. I was like WTF. Thinking I have to read it again to see if I have maybe missed a critical piece of information.
this book saw more characters enter and their involvement in the drama/storyline that is left wide open for more to happen.
My only downfall for this would be finding it difficult to follow who was talking sometimes, and I would have to re-read pages to get the gist. Overall great book, in what I hope will be a long series. But PLEASE Miranda when is the next book?
This novella is getting more and more exciting . So we left Emma finally accepting to have a date with James. This novella thus starts with thair date and what a date. James has all the billionaire accessories : the helicopter, the villa, the antiques and the gadgets. Thanks to the lovely description , we have the impression to visit the house at the same time as Emma. Another element is added to the plot in order to thicken it : James's brother, Eric. He is so devilish ( but is he really? ) and he unveils in a hard way James's past to Emma. Aubrey is also tricky and we are left at the end wondering when we'll have the truth coming for her mouth. The end is heart-breaking for Emma but I have this impression James is protecting her and not playing on her.
**ARC**. Given this book for an honest review. Emma and James have decided to go on a first dates and see where this we'll take them. After meeting in Part 1 and the billionaire James convincing the young Emma that they should give the feelings for each other a try, the roller coaster ride begins. This story has all the ups & downs that a love story should and more important to these types of stories is the great cliffhanger and the end. ( which this one has.). I was glad to have both Parts 1 & 2 to read together because they flow nicely and it reminded me what happen in part 1 since it had been awhile. The cliffhanger was one of the best. What I and even Emma thought was completely changed. Please hurry with the next Part Ms. Fox!
Part 1 of this series drew me in and I could not wait for more. What a surprise I received with the 2nd part in this series. Emma has decided to give James a chance and is excited to go on a date with him. They end up at his home for the weekend and just when Emma is about to give in and move forward with a relationship, James’ brother Eric shows up on his doorstep. The brothers share an unhappy past and Emma is not sure who to believe or whom she can trust. I loved the second part of this story, we got to learn more details about James’ past and Eric is troublesome yet intriguing, can’t wait to learn more about him. My jaw was hitting the floor by the end, I am dying to know what Emma is going to do next! An ARC was given for an honest review.
Holy hell! This book is just simply wow, fucked up! I can't even right now describe how livid I am at James! I truly thought he was the good one! I liked Eric when we first were introduced to his character and now I really like him! But I still don't know who the hell is telling the truth! There are so many secrets that still haven't been revealed and i'm getting so ansy to what is going to happen next because I can't even predicted it!
Again, I'd like to thank Miranda for another chance to read this gripping, amazing story! Thank you for the arc copy! I can't wait to read the next one!!
I was given a copy of this book for an honest review. I loved part 1. When given the chance to read the second part I was so happy. I have to say I wanted to slap some sense into Emma! When it came to James I felt bad for him. When he tried to talk about his past Emma said if he didn't murder or rape anyone she didn't need or want to know. Yet 5 min with some chick and a brother and she's pushed him away. James should be in the story more. So many times I thought we were gonna get more on him. I can't wait for the mystery to be solved. I hope James kicks some ass. Emma better wise up and quick. I can't wait for part three.
I was ask to read this by the author for my review. Well just like part 1 I loved the story. This time around I was happy to see that James and Emma were going to start their relationship but as all good things get started they can also have problems so enters the brother Eric now what is a girl to do? As the story goes on there are more characters brought into it now I find myself going "What why did that happen? Who is this person? What will Emma do? Well in order to find this all out you have to read the book. I will be waiting for the next part to come out so I can find out. Thank you Ms.Fox for a great read so far.
Book provided by the author for an honest review. This was a short book but OMG I didn't want it to end. Carrying on from the first we see Emma taking a chance with James only to be thrown into something else all together. We see additional characters in the second instalment adding to the already suspense filled story but the plot has begun to thicken and just when it gets interesting we need to wait for the next book. This part is gutting as I am now wondering what's coming next, but a really good story which keeps you coming back, I just hope we don't have to wait too long.
Loved this and can't wait for more!!! In part one I thought the story was hot and full of sexual tension but part two was more suspenseful and there were twists and turns on every page. I was on the edge of my seat. I want to believe in James and I still believe that he has fallen for Emma and is just trying to protect her. However, there are still so many unanswered questions! Part 3 can't come fast enough!!!!
So, I liked it. The end? I honestly thought was the best part, it was the strongest part. Sometimes Emma was a bit too.. Soft. "I'm finished with him!" oh "I need to talk to him." That text? Even after the taxi ride, she shouldn't have bothered with him. I thought some parts were a bit too dramatic, when you read it, you'll understand.
All that being said? I can't wait to see what happens next.
ARC provided by the Author for an honest review...
I was fortunate to receive part 1 in August, so now it's on to part 2!
Compared to part 1, I truly felt that I was reading two different books. The interaction between the main characters felt forced and not as natural and spontaneous as they started off with.
Believability and failure to keep my attention was an issue for me until the end.
I would've liked to feel part of the main characters like in part 1.
I was sent this to review after reading the 1st book for her i was then asked to read the second part and oh boy am so glad i now sat n read it Emma and Liam are so made for each other and now an added twist of Eric his half brother i so cant wait fort he next book :)
I was given an arc copy of this book and I am soooo into it !!!Omg!!! Need to know what happens next!! I am in need if the next installment... I have a love for James and Emma I think they make an awesome couple!!!!
Omg! I need book 3 now! It can't end like that. I am furious at James!! Need to read the next one. I really enjoyed this book and I'm really pleased I was asked to read it. Well done!