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Simply Sexual

Book 1 in the series:House of Pleasure

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'Simply Sexual' by Kate Pearce is an erotic Regency romance novel set in 1815 Southampton and London, England. The story follows Lord Valentin Sokorvsky, a former sex slave with insatiable desires, as he marries Sara Harrison, a strong and open-minded woman. The plot delves into Valentin's dark past, their unconventional marriage, and the challenges they face, including dealing with Valentin's traumatic history and maintaining fidelity.

The writing style of Kate Pearce in 'Simply Sexual' is described as explicit, graphic, and darkly sensual. The book incorporates numerous sex scenes, including ménage à trois and same-sex encounters, along with themes of redemption, acceptance, and overcoming past traumas. The story explores the complex dynamics between the characters, especially Valentin and Sara, as they navigate their relationship in the backdrop of London's House of Pleasure.

Characters:

The characters are multi-dimensional, with Valentin grappling with his traumatic past, Sara exploring her sexual agency, and Peter introducing additional layers to the narrative.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style features explicit and graphic prose, interwoven with well-developed characters and engaging dialogues, creating a captivating historical romance.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around the non-traditional marriage between Valentin and Sara, marked by Valentin's traumatic past as a sex slave, while also intertwining themes of trust, sexual exploration, and unexpected twists.

Setting:

The setting is vivid and richly depicted, rooted in 1815 England, particularly focusing on the sensual atmosphere of London’s House of Pleasure.

Pacing:

The pacing is uneven, with a strong start followed by a slower progression in the second half, marked by misunderstandings and less tension.
Sara pressed her fingers to her mouth to stop from gasping as she watched the man and woman writhe together on the tangled bedsheets. Daisy’s plump thighs were locked around the hips of the man who pu...

Notes:

Simply Sexual is a historical erotic romance set in 1815 England.
The main character, Valentin, was kidnapped and sold into sexual slavery in a Turkish brothel as a child.
Valentin marries Sara Harrison, who is portrayed as curious yet innocent about sex.
The book features vivid, explicit sex scenes, including MFM and MM interactions.
Valentin and Sara's relationship develops around exploring trust and sexual desires together.
The secondary plot involves a mystery of someone sabotaging Valentin's shipping business.
The story explores themes of trauma and recovery from past abuse in a romantic context.
The writing is described as engaging, with well-rounded characters that invite empathy from readers.
Reviewers note that while the first half is captivating, the second half suffers from clichés and misunderstandings.
Despite some critiques about its dark themes, many readers found it an emotionally compelling read.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for this book include themes of sexual slavery, abuse, explicit sexual content, and potentially triggering elements related to trauma.

Has Romance?

Yes, romance is a central element in Simply Sexual, as the evolving relationship between the protagonists is a primary focus of the story.

From The Publisher:

Sexual Satisfaction

Ten years as a sex slave in a Turkish brothel left Lord Valentin Sokorvsky with an insatiable appetite for sex. Now the time has come for him to marry, but finding a woman who can satisfy his lustful desires proves a challenge. . .until he meets Sara and all he can think about is having her lie under his rock-hard body, begging him to taste and touch her. . .

Sensual Seduction

Sara Harrison knows she should be shocked and scandalized by Lord Sokorvsky's bold advances, but instead she is secretly aroused by this sensual, seductive man. For beneath her calm and composed manner is a wanton woman who longs for a man's intimate caress. She is most willing to be educated in the art of sensuality, to receive and give pleasure and to succumb to the wild desire that knows no limits. . .

Praise for the Novels of Kate Pearce. . .

"The scenes in Planet Mail were some of the hottest and most erotic that I have ever read." -Just Erotic Romance Reviews

"Wow This story is a veritable inferno of heavily sexual delights." -Coffee Time Romance on Planet Mail

"An exceptional erotic romance." -Love Romances on Eden's Pleasure

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About the Author:

Kate Pearce was born into a large family of girls in England, and spent much of her childhood living very happily in a dream world. Despite being told that she really needed to 'get with the program', she graduated from the University College of Wales with an honors degree in history. A move to the USA finally allowed her to fulfill her dreams and sit down and write that novel. Along with being a voracious reader, Kate loves trail riding with her family, 'western style' in the regional parks of Northern California. Kate is a member of RWA and is published by NAL, Kensington Aphrodisia, Ellora's Cave, Cleis Press and Virgin Black Lace/Cheek.

 
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