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Rejected by the ton, Olivia lives quietly in the countryside, hiding from her past. What she doesn’t expect are the robust activities of her maid who does much more than help her lady undress. Olivia never knew being with another woman could be so fulfilling. As Olivia learns about this new side of herself, she receives a visit from an old friend who challenges her to explore even more of her sensual side.
Jason has been in love with Olivia for years. Tired of her hiding, he vows to win her love. He enlists the aid of four friends who want to introduce Olivia to their lustful way of life.
Having multiple partners was not something Olivia would have thought of but the group helps her move past her inhibitions and discover pleasures she never dreamed existed.
Inside Whether they’re making love outdoors or getting naughty in the library, these six lovers pull out all the stops when it comes to each other.
A Romantica® historical erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
160 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 28, 2014
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December 15, 2020
This book can be summed up with a classic AO3 tag: "porn with minimal plot." And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that; it's a fun, light read if that's what you're looking for.
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CONVERSION : 8.8 / 15 = 3 stars
Prose: 6 / 10
Characters & Relationships: 8 / 10
Emotional Impact: 4 / 10
Development / Flow: 7 / 10
Setting: 4 / 10
rep:
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CONVERSION : 8.8 / 15 = 3 stars
Prose: 6 / 10
Characters & Relationships: 8 / 10
Emotional Impact: 4 / 10
Development / Flow: 7 / 10
Setting: 4 / 10
July 29, 2014
This review originally posted on thebookvixen.com at
http://www.thebookvixen.com/2014/07/b...
Why I Read This Book: I was curious how the author would handle the setup described in the blurb.
In a Nutshell: I have issues with this one. The steamy sex scenes are good.
The Set Up: Olivia is a young miss isolated in the country who begins sexual adventures.
What I Liked: I found this book to be short, to the point. With the “point” being lots of sex. I thought the sex scenes were very hot.
What I Didn’t Like: And my issues with this book start with all the sex. The sex starts almost right away and is on just about every page of the book. I didn’t get any sense of build up or anticipation. Olivia would be aroused by someone and then have sex with them—male or female. I didn’t get any sense of flirting or building sexual tension. I just got Olivia’s “I want him/her” and then sex. No anticipation of “where will this lead?”, “are they attracted to me too?”.
My biggest issue with this one is I’m missing the “why”. Why did Olivia suddenly start having sex with everybody after four years locked away in the country? She’s recovering from a scandal that forced her to leave London. Why did all this start four years afterward?
And why did Jason decide to come to the country for Olivia after all this time? I read one reference like “it was time” for her to be his or something but that’s it. I need more than that. And why did Jason and his friends have their arrangement? I don’t remember any explanation of why they became friends and started their “activities”. I definitely could have used more backstory. I have a lot of unanswered questions.
And for me, this was missing emotional involvement. Olivia has sex with all these people but I didn’t sense any emotional connection. But she falls immediately in love with Jason after seeing him again and just for a few days. And is instantly comfortable with his friends without knowing anything about them. I don’t remember any post-intimacy chatting or anything like that where they’re sharing secrets or dreams—no getting to know each other at all besides having sex.
A small point—there were plenty of sexy times between the women and the men and women but not between the men. I would have liked to read about the men being intimate.
Overall Impression: I can’t recommend this one if you’re looking for a fully developed, emotion-charged read. Sexy times—yes; emotion and romantic feelings—no. If you’re looking for a read with multiple partners (including male/male) with more substance, I recommend Jayne Rylon’s Powertools series. The books are contemporary, not historical. But I thought those books had more story and emotional connections along with the sexy times.
My rating: 1 1/2 frogs
http://www.thebookvixen.com/2014/07/b...
Why I Read This Book: I was curious how the author would handle the setup described in the blurb.
In a Nutshell: I have issues with this one. The steamy sex scenes are good.
The Set Up: Olivia is a young miss isolated in the country who begins sexual adventures.
What I Liked: I found this book to be short, to the point. With the “point” being lots of sex. I thought the sex scenes were very hot.
What I Didn’t Like: And my issues with this book start with all the sex. The sex starts almost right away and is on just about every page of the book. I didn’t get any sense of build up or anticipation. Olivia would be aroused by someone and then have sex with them—male or female. I didn’t get any sense of flirting or building sexual tension. I just got Olivia’s “I want him/her” and then sex. No anticipation of “where will this lead?”, “are they attracted to me too?”.
My biggest issue with this one is I’m missing the “why”. Why did Olivia suddenly start having sex with everybody after four years locked away in the country? She’s recovering from a scandal that forced her to leave London. Why did all this start four years afterward?
And why did Jason decide to come to the country for Olivia after all this time? I read one reference like “it was time” for her to be his or something but that’s it. I need more than that. And why did Jason and his friends have their arrangement? I don’t remember any explanation of why they became friends and started their “activities”. I definitely could have used more backstory. I have a lot of unanswered questions.
And for me, this was missing emotional involvement. Olivia has sex with all these people but I didn’t sense any emotional connection. But she falls immediately in love with Jason after seeing him again and just for a few days. And is instantly comfortable with his friends without knowing anything about them. I don’t remember any post-intimacy chatting or anything like that where they’re sharing secrets or dreams—no getting to know each other at all besides having sex.
A small point—there were plenty of sexy times between the women and the men and women but not between the men. I would have liked to read about the men being intimate.
Overall Impression: I can’t recommend this one if you’re looking for a fully developed, emotion-charged read. Sexy times—yes; emotion and romantic feelings—no. If you’re looking for a read with multiple partners (including male/male) with more substance, I recommend Jayne Rylon’s Powertools series. The books are contemporary, not historical. But I thought those books had more story and emotional connections along with the sexy times.
My rating: 1 1/2 frogs
July 29, 2014
I read the book “Mia” by the same author, and loved it. When I saw this book was out, I couldn’t wait to read it. If you like, erotica without bondage and masochism, as I do, you couldn’t find a better book. If you are inclined to skim to the hotspots, be prepared to read this book in one sitting. This book is nonstop erotic action from the first chapter to the last page.
The description of people and objects, the language, and the mores of the characters create an astounding picture of times long past. I swear; I would have donned a frock coat and pantaloons to be there. How James melded the historical flavor with so many erotic scenes, I’ll never know. The protagonist, Olivia, enters the story unsure and naïve. It was great (insert hot) to watch Olivia’s timid ways peeled away, layer by layer. Olivia’s maid, Sandy, (oh my) deserves a book of her own. The author could have filled the entire book with scenes between Olivia and Sandy, and that book, would deserve five stars.
Wait until you read the part where the other characters arrive to meet Olivia, and she… Oh no, I don’t do spoilers! However, things get hot fast, really fast.
Beyond the terrific sensual content, this book is incredibly well edited, superbly polished, and spoken. Each character had a distinct personality, and each personality meshed perfectly with the story.
A polished diamond plucked from among the rough stones of my “to read” list, this book is easily a five-star read for fans of erotica.
Postscript: Why wasn’t I invited to play Pharo?
The description of people and objects, the language, and the mores of the characters create an astounding picture of times long past. I swear; I would have donned a frock coat and pantaloons to be there. How James melded the historical flavor with so many erotic scenes, I’ll never know. The protagonist, Olivia, enters the story unsure and naïve. It was great (insert hot) to watch Olivia’s timid ways peeled away, layer by layer. Olivia’s maid, Sandy, (oh my) deserves a book of her own. The author could have filled the entire book with scenes between Olivia and Sandy, and that book, would deserve five stars.
Wait until you read the part where the other characters arrive to meet Olivia, and she… Oh no, I don’t do spoilers! However, things get hot fast, really fast.
Beyond the terrific sensual content, this book is incredibly well edited, superbly polished, and spoken. Each character had a distinct personality, and each personality meshed perfectly with the story.
A polished diamond plucked from among the rough stones of my “to read” list, this book is easily a five-star read for fans of erotica.
Postscript: Why wasn’t I invited to play Pharo?
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