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The Sharp Edge of Bliss

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'The Sharp Edge of Bliss' by Sorcha Black is a love story that delves into the complicated relationships between Blaise, Avery, and Star. The book narrates the journey of three broken individuals finding their own version of happily ever after, with intense scenes that are consensual and hot. The story follows Star, a sex worker hired to be a companion to Blaise, as she navigates her role as the bridge between the two men who start to show her that she has worth beyond her body. The narrative is written from Star's point of view, providing insight into her world view and the complexities of the relationships she forms.

Characters:

The characters are deeply nuanced, with Star serving as a transformative force among the two men, who each grapple with their inner complexities.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is emotionally engaging and deeply insightful, encapsulating the protagonist's perspective while balancing darkness with moments of hope.

Plot/Storyline:

The story features a sex worker who becomes a pivotal figure in the lives of two men, exploring themes of love, transformation, and survival in dark circumstances.

Setting:

The setting combines urban grit with the romantic complexities of the characters' lives, reflecting the dark themes of the narrative.

Pacing:

The pacing allows for gradual character development and tension, creating a reflective and engaging reading experience.
“I know what I’m doing,” I assured him, realizing partway through that he would infer sass from my tone that I definitely didn’t mean. He’d trained the sass out of me hard and fast in the early days, ...

Notes:

The main character, Star, is a sex worker who has a strong sense of self and insight despite her circumstances.
The title 'The Sharp Edge of Bliss' reflects the painful yet beautiful nature of love in the story.
Star is hired to help Blaise, but the complex dynamics create a love triangle with Mr. Rathburn.
Most of the narrative is from Star's point of view, which adds depth to her character and the story's tension.
Star, initially submissive and lacking self-esteem, evolves into a clever and observant character.
The story explores themes of love, desire, and coping with trauma through the unique perspectives of its characters.
One of the male leads is implied to be an assassin, adding intrigue to the story's plot.
This book includes BDSM elements and is categorized as dark romance, but all actions are consensual.
Character development plays a significant role, as Star helps Blaise connect with Rathburn.
The story intertwines humor with darker themes, maintaining a balance that keeps readers engaged.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

There are high content warnings for themes including forced prostitution, BDSM elements, and elements of dark romance.

Has Romance?

The Sharp Edge of Bliss prominently features a romance that is central to the narrative.

From The Publisher:

Two emotionally unavailable men are in love with each other and don't want to admit it.One is an alphahole.The other may be a hitman.As for me, I'm the escort who's been hired to fix things between them.This wasn't in my contract.This book contains dark themes, graphic sex scenes, kink, and violence.

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