The story wasn't that interesting, and I don't have a hard time with lots of sex. This author just didn't display the complexity that I've gotten used to from authors like Robin Schone and Sylvia Day. I'm not talking about plot complexity here, but complexity of emotion and connection. It is possible to have both in a book, but you won't find it in this one. A very "by the numbers" plot.
I picked this book up because it sounded like an interesting story and Sherrilyn Kenyon (whom I like) was quoted on the cover saying "I savored every word!" She may have savored it - but I did not!
"Beautiful c_ _ k" (Drake's anatomy) was used way to much and if Merriam called Drake "incorrigible" one more time...ugh! Overall, there was something about the entire story that just seemed shallow and unrealistic to me. I mean I'm all for changing for the better or gaining some new founded courage, but how a completely shy unaggressive woman who freezes up in conversation, goes to the extremes Merriam did - simply because she heard a gentleman make a *general* comment about "widows & virgins" - I'll never know.
Merriam goes to a madame for private lessons, seduces a complete stranger, and the wrong one at that, then becomes his mistress all in the blink of an eye? OoooK! And all the sex, sex, sex from A to Z pretty much, Merriam takes to like a fish in water. ?|?
Also, there was no resolution between Julian and Drake who had been best friends at one time. Both had falsly accused each other, lived with a strong hate of one another for 8 years, wounded each other physically and financially, yet when the real murderer is discovered, they don't as much as "Oh sorry. Guess we were wrong."
This is Ms. Bernard's 1st novel; she follows up with #2 next year - "Madame's Deception," Madame DeBourcier and Lord Colwick's (Alex, Drake's best friend) story. This is the madame in this book that Merriam goes to for private lessons.
But hey...just MHO. Obviously Ms. Kenyon loved it! Maybe you will too! Enjoy! =)
"Beautiful c_ _ k" (Drake's anatomy) was used way to much and if Merriam called Drake "incorrigible" one more time...ugh! Overall, there was something about the entire story that just seemed shallow and unrealistic to me. I mean I'm all for changing for the better or gaining some new founded courage, but how a completely shy unaggressive woman who freezes up in conversation, goes to the extremes Merriam did - simply because she heard a gentleman make a *general* comment about "widows & virgins" - I'll never know.
Merriam goes to a madame for private lessons, seduces a complete stranger, and the wrong one at that, then becomes his mistress all in the blink of an eye? OoooK! And all the sex, sex, sex from A to Z pretty much, Merriam takes to like a fish in water. ?|?
Also, there was no resolution between Julian and Drake who had been best friends at one time. Both had falsly accused each other, lived with a strong hate of one another for 8 years, wounded each other physically and financially, yet when the real murderer is discovered, they don't as much as "Oh sorry. Guess we were wrong."
This is Ms. Bernard's 1st novel; she follows up with #2 next year - "Madame's Deception," Madame DeBourcier and Lord Colwick's (Alex, Drake's best friend) story. This is the madame in this book that Merriam goes to for private lessons.
But hey...just MHO. Obviously Ms. Kenyon loved it! Maybe you will too! Enjoy! =)
Helpful Score: 3
I did not really like this book. I ordered it based on some excellent reviews and I was pretty disappointed. There is no real development of the relationship between the two characters; their only connection and relationship is physical. If you want a book filled with sex scenes, then get this one, but if you are looking for a touching romance with memorable characters, look elsewhere.
Susan J. (louisiana-susan) reviewed A Lady's Pleasure (Mistress Trilogy, Bk 1) on + 25 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
I was intrigued enough to want to read the next in the series but I do agree with some of the reviews that say too much sex and weak story. I'm all for sex scenes but there seemed to be TOO many. But it was good for a quick read on a Sunday afternoon.
Helpful Score: 1
Very spicey, bordering on erotica. Can't wait to see the next book from this author next year!
