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joyousreads132's review against another edition
1.0
WARNING: Mature review for a mature book.
Oh my. What have I gotten myself into?
I polished off this book in no time; not because it’s darn right addictive, or I couldn’t put it down. It’s because I skipped a whole slew of pages. Which parts did I skip, you ask? The sex scenes. Say, what?! For real, yo.
The gist: Kimber wanted to learn about the three-way play that Jesse McCall is into. Jesse McCall is a childhood friend turned pop star sensation that Kimber has been in love with since forever. She’s 23, a virgin – because all this time, she saved herself for Jesse (gag). But first, she needed some education; that’s where Deke and his cousin, Luc comes in.
Deke has been lusting after Kimber since she was seventeen. So when Kimber walked in to Luc’s house asking for a jaw-dropping favor, it’d only make sense that he’d say, “f*ck, yeah!” But Deke saw all the wrongs that could happen if he did and gave Kimber an impromptu lesson right then and there along with some harsh words to remember the moment by. Long story short, Kimber ran off in search of another willing pair to give her the education she needed. Well, Deke would not stand for it. So he took her back and signed on as one of her teachers. These types of things are never easy and no one walks away scot-free. This has disaster written all over it.
The rant: Good golly, Miss Molly. Who saves their virginity for a guy whom you know is a skeeze and is into three-ways? Seriously, who does that? And in any case, how the hell do you expect to keep your virginity if you wanted a lesson in ménage? This book went past ridiculous. About 70% of this novel is sex – which, I didn’t mind but OMG, the sex was torture. Deke was always encumbered with self flagellation and overwhelming guilt afterwards. He was so intense before, during and after the act that I don't know how he could've possibly enjoyed it!
Reading this book is like watching porn: all sex, no plot (not that I'm an expert on porn, per se). The story line is weak at best, and the conflict is manufactured in a way that it felt more like a filler than anything else. There was a little made-up added suspense, which was in no way suspenseful but predictable to say the least.
VERDICT: I don’t get the appeal of ménages and I don’t think I ever will. I’m terminally selfish and am not very welcoming to the idea of sharing – especially in that sense (smirks). And this is why this book didn’t work for me. I skipped the sex scenes because honestly, I couldn’t stand it. Most of the time, I was grossed-out. But that's just me and my personal preference. I’m hoping the rest of the books in this series wouldn’t have such an adverse affect. Otherwise, the remaining four books that I have will remain unread in my shelves.
Oh my. What have I gotten myself into?
I polished off this book in no time; not because it’s darn right addictive, or I couldn’t put it down. It’s because I skipped a whole slew of pages. Which parts did I skip, you ask? The sex scenes. Say, what?! For real, yo.
The gist: Kimber wanted to learn about the three-way play that Jesse McCall is into. Jesse McCall is a childhood friend turned pop star sensation that Kimber has been in love with since forever. She’s 23, a virgin – because all this time, she saved herself for Jesse (gag). But first, she needed some education; that’s where Deke and his cousin, Luc comes in.
Deke has been lusting after Kimber since she was seventeen. So when Kimber walked in to Luc’s house asking for a jaw-dropping favor, it’d only make sense that he’d say, “f*ck, yeah!” But Deke saw all the wrongs that could happen if he did and gave Kimber an impromptu lesson right then and there along with some harsh words to remember the moment by. Long story short, Kimber ran off in search of another willing pair to give her the education she needed. Well, Deke would not stand for it. So he took her back and signed on as one of her teachers. These types of things are never easy and no one walks away scot-free. This has disaster written all over it.
The rant: Good golly, Miss Molly. Who saves their virginity for a guy whom you know is a skeeze and is into three-ways? Seriously, who does that? And in any case, how the hell do you expect to keep your virginity if you wanted a lesson in ménage? This book went past ridiculous. About 70% of this novel is sex – which, I didn’t mind but OMG, the sex was torture. Deke was always encumbered with self flagellation and overwhelming guilt afterwards. He was so intense before, during and after the act that I don't know how he could've possibly enjoyed it!
Reading this book is like watching porn: all sex, no plot (not that I'm an expert on porn, per se). The story line is weak at best, and the conflict is manufactured in a way that it felt more like a filler than anything else. There was a little made-up added suspense, which was in no way suspenseful but predictable to say the least.
VERDICT: I don’t get the appeal of ménages and I don’t think I ever will. I’m terminally selfish and am not very welcoming to the idea of sharing – especially in that sense (smirks). And this is why this book didn’t work for me. I skipped the sex scenes because honestly, I couldn’t stand it. Most of the time, I was grossed-out. But that's just me and my personal preference. I’m hoping the rest of the books in this series wouldn’t have such an adverse affect. Otherwise, the remaining four books that I have will remain unread in my shelves.
ccoleman813's review against another edition
3.0
In the second installment of Wicked Lovers, Decadent, we follow the menage trio of Deke, Luc, and Kimber.
With the arrival of Kimber to learn the ways of menage to please another man, it quickly becomes more to Deke and Luc.
Problem lies with a troublesome past of Deke's that he isn't able to have a woman all to himself. In my opinion, he is very whiny. For being such a strong man/bodyguard, his emotional capacity is nill. He becomes terrified of wanting Kimber all to himself because he's never been in any sort of relationship with a woman by himself before, but he doesn't want to share Kimber with anyone anymore. Including his best bud/cousin, Luc.
Emotions run high when Kimber and Deke both decide to split off from Luc, and poor Luc is still falling for the idea of what Kimber can represent.
I've never read a menage with this situation before. I'm sure it isn't completely out of the question but I can honestly say I didn't like that plot. All the menage books I've read have been solely about sharing. Never that one wanted out. Though I understand the reasoning and such, I was a bit let down by that twist.
I really love menage books. I love the understanding and feelings the groups have for one another, the love they have for one another, and fear of leaving someone out. Sadly, this just wasn't one of my favorites, but that's ok. It definitely won't stop me from continuing the series or from me reading more of Shayla Black. I love her work and I'm eager to complete this series!
With the arrival of Kimber to learn the ways of menage to please another man, it quickly becomes more to Deke and Luc.
Problem lies with a troublesome past of Deke's that he isn't able to have a woman all to himself. In my opinion, he is very whiny. For being such a strong man/bodyguard, his emotional capacity is nill. He becomes terrified of wanting Kimber all to himself because he's never been in any sort of relationship with a woman by himself before, but he doesn't want to share Kimber with anyone anymore. Including his best bud/cousin, Luc.
Emotions run high when Kimber and Deke both decide to split off from Luc, and poor Luc is still falling for the idea of what Kimber can represent.
I've never read a menage with this situation before. I'm sure it isn't completely out of the question but I can honestly say I didn't like that plot. All the menage books I've read have been solely about sharing. Never that one wanted out. Though I understand the reasoning and such, I was a bit let down by that twist.
I really love menage books. I love the understanding and feelings the groups have for one another, the love they have for one another, and fear of leaving someone out. Sadly, this just wasn't one of my favorites, but that's ok. It definitely won't stop me from continuing the series or from me reading more of Shayla Black. I love her work and I'm eager to complete this series!
cristianaseqsan8's review
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
sueotwell's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this menege read... I like to read taboo type erotica books and enjoy Shayla Black's work.
halcyon_rising's review against another edition
2.0
I skimmed this book mostly.
I agree with another reviewer: it's (more than) a bit unrealistic for a virgin who hasn't seen a guy in 5 years to seek out 2 guys to teach her all about threesomes so she can finally be with a guy who doesn't even like her and, again, she hasn't even seen in 5 years.
I agree with another reviewer: it's (more than) a bit unrealistic for a virgin who hasn't seen a guy in 5 years to seek out 2 guys to teach her all about threesomes so she can finally be with a guy who doesn't even like her and, again, she hasn't even seen in 5 years.
kesh757's review against another edition
5.0
Steamy read!
Even though I felt the truth around what happened to Heather dragged on far longer than I would have liked, I really enjoyed the passion between Deke and Kimber.
Even though I felt the truth around what happened to Heather dragged on far longer than I would have liked, I really enjoyed the passion between Deke and Kimber.
majic's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
mrhaveries's review against another edition
4.0
I loved the mix of male characters! their personalities were so great and a tall kick ass heroine... it was good and fun in several ways.
jadesil12's review against another edition
1.0
Un Error // A Mistake
1 Estrella es demasiado puntaje para este intento de novela erótica.
La sinopsis parecía prometer algo meramente entretenido, pero ni a eso llegó. Digamos que la historia de una joven que pedía ayuda a dos hombres para que la entrenaran en el mundo de los menages con el solo objetivo de estar lista para su eterno crush no es para tirar cohetes, pero aún así esperaba que fuese menos predecible y con diálogos más astutos. Peeeero NO.
Lamento haber perdido horas de lectura en esto.
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Granting 1 star for this so called romance novel is being too optimistic.
The synopsis made it look mildly entertaining, but it simply didn't deliver.
I mean, let's be honest, the story of a young woman asking two men to train her in the world of menages with the sole objective of being ready for her all time crush is not something to die for. Even so, I was still hoping it weren't a predictable story, or that the dialogues were witty and fun.
I regret having wasted precious time of reading with this god awful book.
1 Estrella es demasiado puntaje para este intento de novela erótica.
La sinopsis parecía prometer algo meramente entretenido, pero ni a eso llegó. Digamos que la historia de una joven que pedía ayuda a dos hombres para que la entrenaran en el mundo de los menages con el solo objetivo de estar lista para su eterno crush no es para tirar cohetes, pero aún así esperaba que fuese menos predecible y con diálogos más astutos. Peeeero NO.
Lamento haber perdido horas de lectura en esto.
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Granting 1 star for this so called romance novel is being too optimistic.
The synopsis made it look mildly entertaining, but it simply didn't deliver.
I mean, let's be honest, the story of a young woman asking two men to train her in the world of menages with the sole objective of being ready for her all time crush is not something to die for. Even so, I was still hoping it weren't a predictable story, or that the dialogues were witty and fun.
I regret having wasted precious time of reading with this god awful book.
ac223's review against another edition
2.0
Kimber is a virgin and in love with a pop star. At first I thought she was just delusional, but it turns out he is just as delusional as she is. He is famous, with a well known kinky side, and a love of menage. He says she is too innocent for his lifestyle, and she is determined to prove otherwise. She seeks out Deke, an old teenage crush, knowing he can teach her everything she needs to know about menage before Jesse returns from tour. What she doesn't count on is falling for bad boy Deke, who is very clear their relationship is only physical. The first half of the book was interesting.. the second half, not so much. It was all a repeat of the first half. Other than sex, her military father has received threats, some of which include Kimber.
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Jesse McCall is in love with Kimbers innocence. He believes only she can save him from his wicked ways. Kimber finds out she is pregnant, and Deke is less than thrilled. Deke breaks her heart, and she goes to Jesse and her original plan. Once she learns he isn't in love with her, but the idea of her, she gives up on all of it. Luc, the third participant, and Deke's cousin, is thrilled that Kimber is pregnant. He later confirms that he isn't able to have kids, and knew the only way around it, is to hope Deke got someone pregnant so he could raise the child. Jesse's manager turns out to be the person threatening Kimber, because he is positive his feelings for Kimber will ruin his career. He is too old to start over, and decides he has to get rid of her. After a bomb explodes at her fathers home, and Kimber is in danger Deke learns the error of his ways and seeks her out. She later finds out she isn't really pregnant, but they stay together. Once they decide to make a real relationship, Lucas is out on his own. His hopes of fathering a child with some of his bloodline are crushed.
****************** Spoilers/ Recap **************************
Jesse McCall is in love with Kimbers innocence. He believes only she can save him from his wicked ways. Kimber finds out she is pregnant, and Deke is less than thrilled. Deke breaks her heart, and she goes to Jesse and her original plan. Once she learns he isn't in love with her, but the idea of her, she gives up on all of it. Luc, the third participant, and Deke's cousin, is thrilled that Kimber is pregnant. He later confirms that he isn't able to have kids, and knew the only way around it, is to hope Deke got someone pregnant so he could raise the child. Jesse's manager turns out to be the person threatening Kimber, because he is positive his feelings for Kimber will ruin his career. He is too old to start over, and decides he has to get rid of her. After a bomb explodes at her fathers home, and Kimber is in danger Deke learns the error of his ways and seeks her out. She later finds out she isn't really pregnant, but they stay together. Once they decide to make a real relationship, Lucas is out on his own. His hopes of fathering a child with some of his bloodline are crushed.