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In "The Red" by Tiffany Reisz, Mona, a gallery owner facing financial ruin, is offered a deal by a mysterious Englishman named Malcolm. The deal involves Mona being his toy for a year in exchange for valuable artwork to save her gallery, The Red. The story unfolds through a series of erotic encounters inspired by artistic masterpieces, blurring the lines between reality, fantasy, and desire. As Mona navigates this debauched journey, she discovers aspects of her own sexuality and emotions, leading to a transformational experience that challenges her perceptions of love and art.
Originally it was called Red’s because a man named Red owned the place and for no other reason. Mona’s mother, however, said the name came from the 1920s when The Red was a speakeasy. So many people w... - #2
The Scarlet Pimpernel is a classic tale of intrigue and romance set during the French Revolution. The story follows the daring adventures of the mysterious Englishman known as the Scarlet Pimpernel, who rescues condemned individuals from the guillotine, while being pursued by a ruthless French agent. The novel is filled with espionage, suspense, and drama, all revolving around the elusive hero and his noble cause. Written in a theatrical style with outrageous intrigue, the book captures the essence of heroism and selfless acts in a time of turmoil and revolution.
The narrative unfolds through the lens of various characters, providing insights into their inner lives and motivations. The plot twists and reversals keep the reader engaged, although some find them predictable due to the book's influence on genre fiction since its publication. Despite the simplistic view of historic events and the florid writing style, The Scarlet Pimpernel remains a captivating read that offers a satisfying tale of good versus evil, heroism, and true love.
ASURGING, SEETHING, murmuring crowd of beings that are human only in name, for to the eye and ear they seem naught but savage creatures, animated by vile passions and by the lust of vengeance and of h... - #3
'Mad Dog & Englishman' by J.M. Hayes is a mystery novel set in a small Kansas town, following Sheriff English and his half-brother Mad Dog as they navigate quirky characters and unusual situations. The book combines elements of slapstick humor with serious acts of crime, creating a unique blend of comedy and suspense. The writing style is described as capturing the rural setting of Kansas with humor and wit, while maintaining a light tone even in the face of danger.
Summer in Benteen County, Kansas, is a season possessed of all the gentle subtlety of an act of war. Winter, of course, is no better, but the memory of frosts and blizzards and winds that begin to suc...