One hundred percent delicious with zero calories, let yourself be tempted by our chocolate-infused delights. These bite-sized erotic treats are guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning tastes.
Best friends become more, beauty is tamed by the beast, a music festival turns erotic, strangers collide, shy lovers go wild, roommates break down barriers, and a chance encounter at a holiday party leads to sapphic delights.
Something for every taste.
Elevator shenanigans, mythic lovers, well-dressed hunks, hungry coworkers and birthday surprises, Chemical [se]X Volume Two delivers the goods.
Oleander Plume plans on living until she is 100, so the fact that she didn’t start writing until the age of 50 doesn’t bother her at all.
Her short stories have been featured in best-selling erotic anthologies from Cleis Press and Riverdale Ave Books. Horatio Slice: Guitar Slayer of the Universe, published by Go Deeper Press, is Oleander’s first (but hopefully not last) full-length novel.
When Oleander isn’t writing, you can find her creating art, dabbling in graphic design, or hanging out with her wonderful family in Chicago, Illinois.
What a magical volume. Every story so beautifully done. So many gorgeous descriptive pieces. If you like variety in your erotica this is a great book. Plenty of taboo subjects. Angora Shades ‘Beast’ is stunningly beautiful. Deserves a full novel by itself. Lay eggs Renault’s Fairy story is simply magical in every way. Sally Bend’s Vanilla Frosting would encourage any man to want to partake of those magic chocolates. Every story is brilliant. Personal taste means you will like some more than me. However they are all simply delicious. Five pulsing shooting stars!
An interesting and varied anthology, with the fourteen stories linked by one of more characters indulging in, and enjoying the consequences of, aphrodisiac chocolate.
A very potent aphrodisiac, too... This is very much an erotica anthology!
This is rather like a quality box of chocolates – you can dip in and enjoy each, but you’ll find one or more which make you feel ‘hmmmm... nice’.
I thought all the stories were well-written and found them engaging. Despite the common theme, they were varied and imaginative.
A collection of themed stories may not be to everyone’s taste, and I admit I had concerns myself before buying this book.
However, these authors managed to use the same ingredient—aphrodisiac chocolates—and still come up with their own recipe to produce a wide range of stories. They say variety is the spice of life, and these stories are certainly varied. And spicy.
I found some of the final dishes tastier than others, but they’re definitely all worth digesting. My personal favourite was Elevator Confidential, but I also really enjoyed Because She Hates Me.
Anthologies like this one are a great way for readers to search out new and exciting authors, and this collection has a box full of them.
You know that’s a trick question, right? Because why should you ever have to choose? For one thing, everyone knows that sex and chocolate go together like Laurel and Hardy – peanut butter and jelly – Batman and Robin – hamburgers and fries – love and marriage – okay, scratch that one! Certainly, erotic stories featuring chocolate aren’t exactly new. The sensual decadence of good chocolate almost naturally suggests other varieties of pleasure. Consuming chocolate can be used as a kind of foreplay, one form of indulgence leading to another.
But what if chocolate actually had aphrodisiac properties? A secret ingredient that reliably kindled irresistible lust? This is the unifying premise of Chemical [se]X 2: Just One More, a new erotica anthology edited by Oleander Plume, Dr. J. and Mischa Eliot, and published by Passion Works Press. Each of the thirteen authors represented in this delicious collection starts with this basic assumption – aphrodisiac chocolates that actually work – and explores the repercussions.
You might think this common plot element would lead to a sameness among the stories. On the contrary, the tales in Chemical [se]X 2 present a wide range of voices, situations and especially, sexual orientations. In “Beast”, Angora Shade creates an uptight, perfectionist heroine whose careful plans for an outdoor seduction disintegrate in the face of pure, literal, animal passion. In Sally Bend’s “Vanilla Frosting”, a dominant male uses the aphrodisiac sweets to pry his shy twink roommate out of the closet and into his bed. Ria Restrepo’s protagonist gets stuck in an elevator in “Elevator Confidential”, with the much older man she’s desired for decades – plus a convenient supply of the wickedly lust-inducing chocolates. F. Leanora Sullivan uses a company wine and cheese – and chocolate – event to break through the barriers between a career woman and her annoying co-worker in “Team Building”. Dr. J and Mischa Eliot pen tales of sizzling lesbian lust in “My Blu Valentine” and “Because She Hates Me”. I particularly enjoyed the characters in the latter story, a butch biker chick and her trouble-prone femme housemate, each of whom believes she’s hated by the other. Oleander Plume gives us a gorgeous homoerotic encounter between a famous black athlete and his skillful Hispanic tailor in “Well-Suited”. There are indeed times when being dressed is sexier than being naked.
While in many cases the notorious chocolates lubricate (so to speak) relationships between acquaintances, in some stories they bring strangers together. “For the Record” by Kristi Hancock is an example. The company responsible for the aphrodisiac chocolates (“Acme”, just like in the Road Runner/Coyote cartoons!) is testing their efficacy. A woman who volunteers finds herself nearly out of her mind with sexual need, so much so that she picks up the first guy she meets. However, her zipless fuck partner has his own secrets. Rachel Woe’s “Making Waves” gives us a warm-hearted but transient encounter between a middle-aged, overworked hotel housekeeper and a barely-twenty rich kid, a brief connection that nevertheless changes them both.
“Come Away with the Sweet Fairies” by Jayne Renault and “Season’s Change” by Delilah Night are two of the most unusual tales in the collection. The latter is a lusty revisit to the myth of Persephone. The former is set at an outdoor midsummer festival called Kablamfest, reminiscent of Woodstock or Burning Man, where sexual fluidity and magic reign. It brought me back to the days of my youth, before AIDS or terrorism or global warning, when sex was pure joy no matter who happened to be your partner.
I haven’t mentioned every story; I want to leave some for you to discover on your own. Overall, this is a fun collection that manages to transcend what might seem a rather narrow theme to provide a delightful diversity of characters, perspectives and orientations. Every story is well-written, and the editing is superb. The manuscript I read was labeled as an uncorrected proof, but it was much cleaner than many published books I read. In the entire 144 pages, I noticed only one minor typographic error. And as an editor myself, I would notice mistakes if they were there.
Unfortunately, I happen to be allergic to chocolate. This anthology gave me a vivid sense of what I’m missing!
An erotica anthology with stories centered on the theme of chocolate? One of the sexiest substances known to humanity? Sounds awesome! With stories by some of the best erotica writers going? Let’s just say it wasn’t difficult to get me to read this book…
Once I got going, it turned out there is one small twist: this isn’t any old chocolate in the stories, it’s an aphrodisiac chocolate, one with a special ingredient, ‘Chemical X’, a substance with the power to make those who eat it both incredibly aroused, and immediately attracted to people nearby. A dangerous substance in the wrong hands? Probably. But luckily, the authors in this collection use the power of their delicious chocolate for good, bringing together characters who just needed a little nudge, something to make them aware of their true feelings for each other. The result is a bunch of fun, fast-paced stories, with cute set-ups topped off with hot, breathless, and unashamedly energetic sex.
It is obvious some care went into the story selection. First off, they’re all good. All of them are well written, and on top of that, the book is edited to a very high standard. The fourteen stories contain a well-balanced mixture of points of view (six are in first person, eight in third) and sexualities (there are two lesbian stories and two gay male stories, along with nine heterosexual couple stories and a bisexual group sex story). Most of the stories feature friends, roommates, or colleagues, secretly lusting after each other, with the chocolate acting as a catalyst. Some of the others have strangers meeting and lusting after each other, with the chocolate being thrown into the mix in a variety of clever ways.
The stories? As I’ve said, they’re all good. I’ve highlighted a few favorites below (in order of appearance), but honestly, there is no bad writing in this collection. The Friend Zone, by Oleander Plume is fun, and it introduced the theme of the collection nicely. I loved My Blue Valentine, by Dr. J. It’s the first of the two lesbian stories, and very sexy, heaping on the mutual attraction long before the chocolates arrived on the scene. Elevator Confidential (by Ria Restrepo) features a younger woman and an older man trapped in an elevator. It’s a fun read, and super sexy too. Because She Hates Me (by Mischa Eliot) is the second lesbian story: I liked the set-up, with roommates who are attracted to each other, but aren’t aware of it. Well Suited is Oleander’s Plume’s second story in the collection, it’s one of the gay male stories, and it’s very well written. Tilda’s Chocolate Delight (by Wednesday Noir) was sweet, with a couple who were nervous with each other, but both wanting to take their relationship to the next step—the chocolates helped nicely! Finally, I liked the way Making Waves (by Rachel Woe) made me like the characters more and more as it went along. It was another one with lots of lust before the chocolates appeared on the scene, and another one with some great sex once the characters got down to it! It also had an ending I really liked. That’s half the stories right there, but the great thing about this collection is how consistent it is: the editors (Oleander Plume, Dr. J., and Mischa Eliot) have done a fantastic job in bringing together these stories.
I absolutely loved this book, a second helping off the most delicious chocolatey erotica... Mmm mmm mmm You know you're in safe hands with these writers and I adore how each one dealt with the theme of the aphrodisiac candy x
Sure, you may think that you’ve read everything, especially from a themed book series. But believe me when I say that you haven’t. Believe me when I say that there are scenarios in Chemical [se]X2: Just One More that I would never, not in a million years, have imagined, and that I’m so very happy that these 13 writers have enlightened me in truly debauched ways. What this collection succeeds at most is its inventiveness, its well-roundedness, and its commitment to delivering in bright, bursting colors characters and scenes that take Oleander Plume’s original idea of aphrodisiac chocolates to the next level. Some of these stories will stay with me for life. I can’t recommend enough.
I love chocolate and I adore smut, so when asked to read and review this collection of erotica from some of my favorite smut Goddesses, I decided to take a detour on my EroticAdventure.
I’m demanding when it comes to my erotica, like a Femme Domme with a flogger and an itch to make a pretty boy (or girl) cry. I want my sexy filth smart, full of wit and character, and focused on the sensuality of the experience, not the money shot. Magic, too. I’m a sucker for sex magic.
Chemical [se]X 2: Just One More delivers on all fronts. The 14 stories in the collection revolve around mouth-watering treats that are rumored to contain a powerful aphrodisiac. It’s a thoughtful, clever way to weave together stories from a group of authors who are each powerful wordsmiths with their own unique style.
Phew, what can I say about this anthology? It was one of two erotica books I took away on holiday with me and I was so glad to be given an advanced copy to enjoy. At first while I was reading, I had my sensible “reviewer” head on, making plans that I would pick out one or two stories that really had me going, but that fell apart with the first story. Each one got me going, each one got me hot, each one had me touching myself. I seriously had to have a break after every story. Don’t believe me? Download a free sample from Amazon and you’ll see what I mean.
So can I pick out the strongest ones? Honestly, no. But I do have some favourites for various reasons. Jayne Renault’s “Come Away with the Sweet Fairies” gets a special mention for inclusion of a non-binary character and also for an amazing description of a decadent, fun, slightly trippy orgy. “Vanilla Frosting” by Sally Bend was so unbelievably naughty…well, you have to read it. I adored “Team Building” by F. Leonora Solomon, and this was the story that had me looking over my shoulder on the beach just in case anyone was watching how squirmy I was getting. And then there’s Mischa Eliot’s lesbian erotica, “Because She Hates Me” – the story includes an absolutely kick ass lesbian who I desperately want on my side if I’m ever in trouble.
I really enjoyed this collection a lot. The stories are very diverse in subgenre and gender-matching, but uniformly good in quality. Short, fun, snappy and intense, I like how they played in very different ways with the theme of the anthology Particularly praise to: "Because she hates me" by Mischa Eliot, for the fun dynamic between the two girls (Kerry is... scrumptious), and the nice gradual increase in heat (very very yummy scenes!). The hilarious and tantalizing scene in "Elevator Confidential" by Ria Restrepo where Jackie recounts her back story with her old professor. And "Vanilla Frosting" by Sally Bend, a seriously sweat-inducing MM story with an unusual structure, very hot and fast at first and then all along, and finding a sweet tender connection in the surprise ending. Bravo to all.
“What would you do with a piece (or a box) of truly aphrodisiac chocolate?”
That is the basic question informing each of the stories in this fun, erotic anthology. Chemical [Se]X2 features 14 bite-sized tales (pun intended…I’m so sorry), each of which answers the question with its own unique spin--whether fairy tale, contemporary, fantastical--and with a variety of pairings and multiples.
I will say, read the first story first, as it sets up the theme. Other than that, I’m not going to describe each story here, because so much of the fun in reading this collection is in the anticipation. I loved discovering what the next story would do with the very specific prompt, and I truly enjoyed seeing the sexy and imaginative ways each of these talented authors pulled it off. Every entry is written to the very high standards one would expect from this group of pros, so find your perfect reading spot, pour your favorite beverage, and let them take you along for a hot, sweet ride.
Chemical Sex2 is a super-hot erotica collection that offers a little something for everyone. The common theme is aphrodisiac chocolates (is anything more decadent?) that flip the sexy switch for those who indulge in the sinfully delicious chocolates. There are many different pairings – straight, gay, beast, god – so a little something for everyone. The stories are short and well developed. My favorite is by author Ria Restrepo, who writes the sizzling tension of a forbidden match in a stuck elevator. Well done.
A collection of erotic stories with two common themes sex & chocolate. Several authors came together to give us several steamy stories set in various scenarios. There is literally something for everyone. I enjoyed each story, but I think Beast is my favorite. It was different from what you would expect to find when you think of erotica.
Each author paints a steamy, orgasmic tale that will leave you ready for more. I'm going to go back and read Volume 1 to see where Oleander Plume's idea originated. I recommend you grab your copy of both, your partner, some chocolate and call it night.
What a delicious collection of short stories! I didn’t love all of the stories, but each one was a fascinating read. What a collaboration of talent. I will follow each one of them.
The best things about this anthology: diverse group of talented writers, full spectrum coverage, covers contemporary to fantastical, really something for everyone! The writing it top notch and the stories are fantastic. Really makes me wish I had me some of those sexy, sassy chocolates.
it was brilliant exciting thoroughly enjoyed each story was exciting and enticing to read I could not put the book down until I had read the whole book. I would highly recommend this book and can't wait for the next. thank you so much for letting me read and review this book. this review has been done of my own honest opinion.
When I review a story, it is always about how I do or do not like the story. I have not been trained as to what IS a good story. I read stories to relax, and enjoy Some people consume alcohol to relax; some people have a need to use spicy language.
In the first chapter of this story, there was so much of both, that I could not relax enough to get to the actual story.
If you enjoy alcohol, and spicy language, you may enjoy this story.