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I have never read and book like this and wanted to try at least one, but the m/m/f just wasn't for me. I did like all the characters, the mysery elements, and the heat was smoking.
This was a decent book to pass the time with. The story is smooth flowing, there are moments of witty dialogue and I enjoyed the way both Dukes encouraged Sophia to explore her sexuality with them separately before engaging her together.
I will say there was an element of the paranormal woven throughout this story as well that may turn off readers who aren't into that sort of thing, but on the whole I felt it added to the story rather than distract from it. I also enjoyed the way nothing was "wasted" in this story - meaning every character mentioned was mentioned for a reason.
My one complaint is that I wish it had been longer, and had addressed one glaring question - what does the future hold for these relationships? Obviously her husband is going to want an heir and a spare to secure the line, so where does that leave the other partner? Does he find someone else to share? Does their relationship continue after she conceives? Does she ever conceive or is she unable to? These were the questions I most wanted answers to (but that's just me).
On the whole I do believe this story may appeal to those who enjoy the more erotic historical novels.
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
This was a quick and dirty read. The journey was fabulous and I was happy with the chemistry between the characters.
Very quick read, I liked the story line, although I wish it had been a longer story with more conflict between the dukes and Lady Sophia before everything works out.
This review is based on a galley copy from netgalley, courtesy of the publisher. All opinions are my own.
Lady Sophia Hodges is different from other young ladies of the ton. In Two Dukes are Better Than One, not only does she have a little of her mother’s psychic gift, but she has an unusual taste in reading materials.
Thinking because of her interest in the occult means she will never marry, she obtains a manuscript which she believes is about life in a convent. It is, not the typical convent life which is described, however.
Awaiting a rendezvous with a widow at a ton party, The Duke of Kendall, Cromwell Stone, accidentally finds himself in the library. He is then surprised when a young woman comes into the room as well.
Told that the room was haunted, Sophia tries to make contact with the spirits within. Thinking that the spirit is that of her mother, she apologizes for reading the raunchy manuscript.
Flustered at meeting the Duke, she has no defense against his interrogation. She tells him about the manuscript. And how she was excited about the section where a nun is taken by two men at the same time.
Kendall knows immediately that this woman must be his wife. Having for years kept up the pretense of a feud between himself and Huxley Brigmore, Duke of Bedford, Kendall has instead been sharing mistresses with Bedford.
Shocking But So Enticing
This is a certainly one of the steamiest reads I’ve had in a long time. If my kindle didn’t explode into flame.
At first blush, one would think that this would be a coercion situation. But the author, Lorna James, has masterfully written all of the characters ensuring that nothing is done without the utmost pleasure and consent.
If you have some wrinkles and some particularly challenging laundry, this will certainly steam them out. It is an extremely well-written book without being vulgar in the slightest even given the content.
Reviewed for LnkToMi iRead in response to a complimentary copy of the book provided by the publisher in hopes of an honest review.
While looking for an easy sexy read involving MFM I decided to give this book a try. It sounded like fun and I was intrigued to see how one would write this genre in an historical era.
It was a fast read and there were some very hot scenes but for me the part that caught my interest is the interaction between Cromwell Stone and Huxley Brigmore. Trying to figure these two out occupied my thinking throughout the whole book.
Lady Sophia was a unique character and at times she appeared to be naive to the times she lived in. The introduction of the two men wanting her and how they kept pressing her to new experiences was handled with finesse.
I would of liked the plot a little more developed but it was enough to hold my interest.
Boring and not at all what I was expecting. Don’t bother..
It is a good story but it's slow and lacks the sizzle I usually get from this author. It is a historical romance but the wording is off for the period.
I enjoyed this book. I found the characters, story and historical erotica a great escape and quick read. I am looking forward to reading other books from this author.
To say I haven't read erotica in a long time and this is my first one back into the genre, it was gooood. The scenes were great but I just wish there was more to the actual plot, like the ending for instance. Still a brilliant book nonetheless!
I received a free copy of Two Dykes are Better Than One in exchange for an honest review. The cover and title of the book was intriguing. This book actually had a plot with a story. Overall, it was a quick and easy read, and I would recommend it to friends and family.
This was a breezy erotic novella but I wished it was a little longer to flesh out the characters more. I liked Sophia’s interest i tarot and the supernatural that gave depth to the plot.
such an erotic read and one i'll have to keep my eyes out for more books
I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
In the quest to complete challenges, I chose this book for my menage category. It was a little dirty, though frankly not too dirty and light. There was an attempt at a plot to keep the book moving along and the sex scenes actually stayed quite fresh. Considering this was erotica, I think that can be an impressive feat.
My usual issues with erotica exist. I don't understand the relationship between the two men. I understand Sophia's attraction to them, sure, seductive and powerful. How are they best friends though? Why? What benefit does this relationship have to Huxley & why can he afford to forego heirs? (And frankly, the historical aspect of this had very little to do with the book|) My usual issues with menage exist. I have trouble understanding the dynamic and why it works well for the three of them. Yes, Huxley was sweeter, and yes, Stone was more wicked...
All in all, an entertaining enough read about a "lusty virgin" and the two dukes who show her ecstasy. (Note also, this was a novella.)
So-so book. Passed the time but I wouldn't put it on my must read or read again list. The female character in it was a bit of a brat and the two men were definitely brats. I just couldn't find any redeeming features in any of them. Also, I can't believe that only one person ever copped that the three of them were involved - they weren't exactly trying to hide their goings on. Meh - it was a diversion but not great. Sorry.
This was a fun read, many twists that kept the book entertaining. The SEX WAS AMAZING. Will look for this author and look forward to reading more from her.
I liked the concept of an historical erotic romance set in London during the 1800's. Very taboo to have a menage relationship during that time so I was excited to read this story. But this story was just ok for me. The little mystery and the whole tarot card and spiritual stuff that the Sophia was involved in was a bit much to me. The story was definitely sexy and I really liked the characters, it just seemed like the story was a bit too short and kind of felt rushed at times.
*I voluntarily read an advance copy of this book*
This has to be the more erotic historical romance I have ever read. While I anticipated that a bit when picking up the book, I was surprised by the extent it went to. While this novella was thoroughly engrossing, the conflict of the story was weak. There was no motive for the actions that occurred, at least not to me.
As a novella, it was a quick read, as in I finished it in a matter of 3 hours, but I feel that if more plot had been put into the story it could have been better and longer.
I feel that the relationship between the dukes definitely could have been fleshed out more. It all seemed so superficial, it was hard to like any of the characters.
Overall, if your looking for a very erotic, mindless read, this could work, but otherwise nah.
New to this genre of fiction and did not know what to expect. I felt the story moved too fast in some area and left me hanging in others. I look forward to reading more from this author
Hot historical ménage romance.
Humorous imagery by talk, with a historically seducing story.
You won't stop reading until the end.
So enjoyable.