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The Bucket List #1
The Bucket List: Part One
When drunken best friends Lucy and Amber write down their list of ten erotic things to do before they die – their Bucket List – quiet, reserved Lucy never suspects that wildcat Amber has plans to bring some of their craziest sexual fantasies to life.
Unknown to Lucy, Amber has secretly arranged for her to be the ‘model’ at a demonstration party for adult sex toys. Shy at first, Lucy is reluctant to take part, but after a few tantalizing icebreakers, she soon forgets her inhibitions and joins the action that holds more than a few surprises for everyone.
Unknown to Lucy, Amber has secretly arranged for her to be the ‘model’ at a demonstration party for adult sex toys. Shy at first, Lucy is reluctant to take part, but after a few tantalizing icebreakers, she soon forgets her inhibitions and joins the action that holds more than a few surprises for everyone.
50 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2013
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August 10, 2016
It is a testament to the excellent writing of Annie Oakfield that The Bucket List part one is as sexy as it is - not to mention her wild imagination. I was following the new publications at Steam ereads at the time and I confess the thought of erotica centered around a women's only sex toy party wasn't a premise I was expecting to be that exciting, particularly because I had attended some of these gatherings in my past and they were giggly and fun, but erotic? No.
Boy was I wrong. Annie Oakfield is a fine writer for one, so that makes a very big difference when approaching any subject matter. She takes her time too, despite the short length of this novella, to expand into eroticism, which is the heart and soul of a good erotic novel, but particularity necessary when the subject matter is unusual. This all helps the reader build to the burn (so to speak) and work their way into an erotically charged scenario that is really more about absorbing experience rather than titillation.
Quiet, reserved Lucy lives with sexy wild Amber. They're room mates who occasionally provide for each other benefit-wise, though one senses Lucy might like something a little more from Amber who seems to enjoy teasing everyone, male or female. When a shy , but wild underneath woman attaches herself to an extrovert, it is often a set up to facilitate some action they don't have the talent to create for themselves. Not only does Annie Oakfield know this about her protagonist Lucy, but Amber knows it too, and steps in to provide access to secret fantasies Lucy doesn't even like to admit she has.
One night when drinking they create a 'Bucket List' of erotic experiences, a 'dumb things I gotta do before I die' list. Lucy coquettishly thinks this is all fun, but to her horror, Amber starts setting up each scenario. My understanding (and hope) is that the future novels will continue with this premise. Book one is Lucy's fantasy of being the try out model at a sex toy party filled with women, and the rest is... as they say, history.
The relationship between the two women, emphasized at the start of The Bucket List is underplayed for the rest of the novella, but one assumes this will be the long running theme that works through the other stories. The sexual premise is unusual, and therefore the sexual writing becomes very interesting, transporting the reader into a world they might not have experienced before. This is part of the purpose of erotica, (like all good literature) to transport the reader into an experience they may not have had, and in fact may be intrigued by, but have no intention of having. With such lovely writing, the novella is not only a physical pleasure, but also a well written one. Below is an example of a sentence from the start that I loved:
"My jeans were draped over the back of a nearby wicker chair, the empty legs hovering over my walking boots like a deflated version of myself."
This is the quality of image and sentence deceptively simple, but lovely sentence structure one can expect, and it brings Lucy and Amber alive.
I am currently reading the second in the novella series, and will review when done. This first is a strong recommendation from me.
Boy was I wrong. Annie Oakfield is a fine writer for one, so that makes a very big difference when approaching any subject matter. She takes her time too, despite the short length of this novella, to expand into eroticism, which is the heart and soul of a good erotic novel, but particularity necessary when the subject matter is unusual. This all helps the reader build to the burn (so to speak) and work their way into an erotically charged scenario that is really more about absorbing experience rather than titillation.
Quiet, reserved Lucy lives with sexy wild Amber. They're room mates who occasionally provide for each other benefit-wise, though one senses Lucy might like something a little more from Amber who seems to enjoy teasing everyone, male or female. When a shy , but wild underneath woman attaches herself to an extrovert, it is often a set up to facilitate some action they don't have the talent to create for themselves. Not only does Annie Oakfield know this about her protagonist Lucy, but Amber knows it too, and steps in to provide access to secret fantasies Lucy doesn't even like to admit she has.
One night when drinking they create a 'Bucket List' of erotic experiences, a 'dumb things I gotta do before I die' list. Lucy coquettishly thinks this is all fun, but to her horror, Amber starts setting up each scenario. My understanding (and hope) is that the future novels will continue with this premise. Book one is Lucy's fantasy of being the try out model at a sex toy party filled with women, and the rest is... as they say, history.
The relationship between the two women, emphasized at the start of The Bucket List is underplayed for the rest of the novella, but one assumes this will be the long running theme that works through the other stories. The sexual premise is unusual, and therefore the sexual writing becomes very interesting, transporting the reader into a world they might not have experienced before. This is part of the purpose of erotica, (like all good literature) to transport the reader into an experience they may not have had, and in fact may be intrigued by, but have no intention of having. With such lovely writing, the novella is not only a physical pleasure, but also a well written one. Below is an example of a sentence from the start that I loved:
"My jeans were draped over the back of a nearby wicker chair, the empty legs hovering over my walking boots like a deflated version of myself."
This is the quality of image and sentence deceptively simple, but lovely sentence structure one can expect, and it brings Lucy and Amber alive.
I am currently reading the second in the novella series, and will review when done. This first is a strong recommendation from me.
July 7, 2013
this was a very quick read. ok, it was only like 70 pages, but it is one of the best books that i have read this year. I was in a book slump and this brought me out of it.
this book is about 2 best friends. Lucy and Amber. One night after getting drunk on wine they made a list of things they wanted to do before they kicked the bucket. They weren't things you would normally write down. Lucy and Amber do share a sexual relationship. Amber is always planning this parties where there are tons of men and Lucy gets to have to way with the men and also Amber.
today was different. Amber made her wear certain close and painted her face. she looked like a cat. She noticed a room full of women. She was chained to the chair so she couldn't move her arms. Amber told her she was going to love tonight. All the girls hugged her individually and told her sexually comments that involved "kitty". Amber finally told her they were going to fulfill one of the things there wrote on her list.
Amber hosted a sex toy party. All of the "toys" were used on Lucy. Needless to say this book was very erotic. IT went into great detail about how to use certain toys and a bunch of girls joined in on the fun. there was more excitement that went on in the book but i am not going to ruin it for you. this book to me is a must read. i cannot wait to read the second part to the book.
I got this book from steam e read in exchange opinions of this book.
this book is about 2 best friends. Lucy and Amber. One night after getting drunk on wine they made a list of things they wanted to do before they kicked the bucket. They weren't things you would normally write down. Lucy and Amber do share a sexual relationship. Amber is always planning this parties where there are tons of men and Lucy gets to have to way with the men and also Amber.
today was different. Amber made her wear certain close and painted her face. she looked like a cat. She noticed a room full of women. She was chained to the chair so she couldn't move her arms. Amber told her she was going to love tonight. All the girls hugged her individually and told her sexually comments that involved "kitty". Amber finally told her they were going to fulfill one of the things there wrote on her list.
Amber hosted a sex toy party. All of the "toys" were used on Lucy. Needless to say this book was very erotic. IT went into great detail about how to use certain toys and a bunch of girls joined in on the fun. there was more excitement that went on in the book but i am not going to ruin it for you. this book to me is a must read. i cannot wait to read the second part to the book.
I got this book from steam e read in exchange opinions of this book.
August 11, 2014
The bucket list by Annie Oakfield is, so far, the closest I've read to matching the publishers name: Steam eReads.
Imagine being blindfolded, restrained and while dressed in very little, led into a room where you can sense a number of people but you don't know who they are or how many are watching you.
How would that make you feel? Excited? Horrified? A delightful mix of both?
Well, for our two female lead characters, it unleashed a torrent of sexual excitement. It pushed boundaries, sure, but the reward was worth it for Amber and Lucy (Kitty).
What delights were to be had in this sizzling F/F erotic tale you ask? Well, considering there was but one solitary male character, I will leave it up to your own wild imagination for the details of Amber's adult toy party. (Or you could pick it up already!!)
The length of this story is what let it down for me. The shortness (70 pages) meant that there was a lack of depth and detail that would have sky rocketed this into 5 star territory had it been there. Several of the scenes were somewhat similar, in terms of 'excitement' and how the women showed it.
That small issue aside, if you're after a smoking hot, short story to get your blood boiling, The Bucket List: Part one should be on your list!
I look forward to delving into the rest of the escapades with Amber and Lucy.
**Note: I was provided with an electronic copy of this book in return for an honest review**
Imagine being blindfolded, restrained and while dressed in very little, led into a room where you can sense a number of people but you don't know who they are or how many are watching you.
How would that make you feel? Excited? Horrified? A delightful mix of both?
Well, for our two female lead characters, it unleashed a torrent of sexual excitement. It pushed boundaries, sure, but the reward was worth it for Amber and Lucy (Kitty).
What delights were to be had in this sizzling F/F erotic tale you ask? Well, considering there was but one solitary male character, I will leave it up to your own wild imagination for the details of Amber's adult toy party. (Or you could pick it up already!!)
The length of this story is what let it down for me. The shortness (70 pages) meant that there was a lack of depth and detail that would have sky rocketed this into 5 star territory had it been there. Several of the scenes were somewhat similar, in terms of 'excitement' and how the women showed it.
That small issue aside, if you're after a smoking hot, short story to get your blood boiling, The Bucket List: Part one should be on your list!
I look forward to delving into the rest of the escapades with Amber and Lucy.
**Note: I was provided with an electronic copy of this book in return for an honest review**
March 28, 2013
The Bucket List by Annie Oakfield **5 stars** A Steam Reads romance
This story is about two woman, lifelong friends who would do anything for each other. Lucy is shocked when her BFF Amber decides she needs some excitement in her life starting with completing the things on her bucket list. What ensues is a very steamy and sexy romp through Lucy's fantasies.
I have to say I rather enjoyed this story. It wasn't your normal F/F erotica. It had a few sexy twists and surprising turns I was not expecting overall. What I liked most about this book was it was different and as much as the sex was really hot you could see how much these friends cared for each other. Amber truly wants whats best for Lucy. It was sexy, steamy and hot but it was also funny and cute. I would definitely recommend this book.
Adriana D'Apolito
Adriana/Ana
juliesbookreview.blogspot.com
This story is about two woman, lifelong friends who would do anything for each other. Lucy is shocked when her BFF Amber decides she needs some excitement in her life starting with completing the things on her bucket list. What ensues is a very steamy and sexy romp through Lucy's fantasies.
I have to say I rather enjoyed this story. It wasn't your normal F/F erotica. It had a few sexy twists and surprising turns I was not expecting overall. What I liked most about this book was it was different and as much as the sex was really hot you could see how much these friends cared for each other. Amber truly wants whats best for Lucy. It was sexy, steamy and hot but it was also funny and cute. I would definitely recommend this book.
Adriana D'Apolito
Adriana/Ana
juliesbookreview.blogspot.com
June 12, 2013
This is a hot little novella, sexy and stylish. The premise is beautifully simple - friends hit the vino and make a list of their fantasies...and start to carry them out. It's an easy read, expertly executed. The author handles sexy scene after sexy scene without too many 'gasping and trembling' clichés. The writing is as fresh as the characters. You could spend hundreds of pounds on sex toys or you could read this book. Ok, you could do both. It flows, it zips along; a good, professional piece of sexy writing.
April 21, 2013
This is a delightful read. It's well-written and very erotic. I hope there will be sequels soon!
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