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Arouse

Book 1 in the series:Spiral of Bliss

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'Arouse' by Nina Lane is a mature romance novel that delves into the trials faced by a married couple, Olivia and Dean, as they navigate through discovering new aspects of each other. The story focuses on the complexities of relationships post the 'happily ever after' phase, portraying real problems that test the strength of their love. The book is filled with realistic emotions, intricate character development, and beautifully written flashbacks that highlight the deep connection between Olivia and Dean. The narrative explores themes of trust, loyalty, and the struggles of maintaining a strong bond amidst challenges.

Characters:

The characters, Olivia and Dean, are deeply layered, showcasing both vulnerability and strength as they navigate their marriage's challenges.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is emotive and passionate, utilizing dual perspectives to deepen the narrative.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a married couple facing emotional turmoil due to secrets and trust issues, with flashbacks revealing their past love.

Setting:

The setting is contemporary, grounded in the reality of a married couple's domestic life and emotional landscape.

Pacing:

The pacing is initially slow but picks up as emotional conflicts intensify, though it may feel prolonged at times.
Adhesive sandcastles, flip-flops, and smiling suns cover the windows of the shops lining Avalon Street. The bed-and-breakfasts are filled with guests, and boats dot Mirror Lake like stars in the sky. ...

Notes:

The main characters are Olivia and Dean, a married couple going through ups and downs in their relationship.
Dean is a medieval history professor who is very attentive to Olivia.
Olivia had a difficult past that made her cautious about love and vulnerability.
The story features multiple flashbacks illustrating the couple's history and how they fell in love.
A pregnancy scare triggers a major emotional crisis for the couple.
The narrative alternates between Olivia's and Dean's perspectives, providing depth to their relationship.
The series consists of five books, all centered on Olivia and Dean's marriage and challenges.
Readers felt the depiction of marriage was realistic, showing that love requires ongoing effort.
There are many intimate scenes, which some readers found excessive after a point.
The author, Nina Lane, emphasizes the fragility of love and the impact of secrets in relationships.
The book explores themes of trust, communication, and emotional growth within a marriage.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for Arouse are medium, as the story involves themes of emotional turmoil, trust issues, and infidelity, which may be sensitive for some readers.

Has Romance?

There is a high presence of romance in Arouse, as it follows the emotional and physical connection between the married couple, exploring both their conflicts and reconciliations.

From The Publisher:

"Be ready to feel every single emotion possible." -TotallyBooked Blog

A brilliant professor. An innocent student. An intense love that could save or destroy them both.

❤️

They promised each other a sweet, hot forever. But a promise isn't enough.

After escaping the demons of her past, college student Olivia Winter finds shelter in the arms of handsome, captivating professor Dean West. Though Dean is struggling with his own family battles, he wants nothing more than to claim the shy, sweet Liv as his own.

As he draws her into lessons about desire, trust, and love, the spark between them ignites into a firestorm. And their desperate need for each other grows into an unbreakable bond.

Then one simple question provokes an alarming chain of events that threatens to rip them apart forever.

Liv and Dean would never lie to each other...until they do.

They would never betray a trust...until they do.

They would never be apart...until they are.

★★★★★

Welcome to the Spiral of Bliss. Liv and Dean's everlasting romance will melt your heart and enchant you with the power of a love that is more than love.

The first three books in the Spiral of Bliss series can be read as a complete trilogy

AROUSE

ALLURE

AWAKEN

You can also enjoy the full story of Liv, Dean, and their Mirror Lake friends and family in the following order:

AROUSE

ALLURE

AWAKEN

ARRIVE

BREAK THE SKY

ADORE

ALWAYS

★★★★★

"This series is brilliant." -Vilma's Book Blog

"This book right here is why I love to read...and did I mention the super-hot hero who calls his woman 'Beauty'?" -Sugar and Spice Book Reviews.

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About the Author:

USA TODAY bestselling author Nina Lane writes hot, sexy romances and spicy erotica. Originally from California, she loves traveling and thinks St. Petersburg, Russia is a city everyone should visit at least once. Nina also spent many years in graduate school studying art history and library sciences. Although she would go back for another degree if she could because she's that much of a bookworm, she now lives the happy life of a full-time writer. Nina's novel ALLURE, Book Two in the Spiral of Bliss series, is a USA TODAY bestseller, and THE EROTIC DARK hit #1 on Amazon's Erotica Bestseller list. Find out about Nina's latest news and books at www.ninalane.com or join her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NinaLaneAuthor and Twitter at www.twitter.com/NinaLaneAuthor

 
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