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Wow - this was spicy!
It was a fun distraction but not something I would purchase for the library. It was a bit too graphic for my patrons who ask for RA.
“Flirty Sexy Love” are three short spicy, hot stories in one novella written by Evelyn Montgomery. If you enjoy spice from the first sentence with a little bit of plot mixed in then pick these up! These stories would be fantastic to have on hand if you want a change of pace or if you’re in a reading slump and want to spice things up. I am interested in reading more from Evelyn Montgomery, especially if she expands these stories into a full book.
Thanks to the author, Evelyn Montgomery, and NetGalley for the ebook ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.
Flirty Sexy Love by Evelyn Montgomery is a book split into two sections; the first section and main body of the book contains three erotic romance short stories, which really get the blood pumping and excites the reader from the imagery used. The second part of this book is some sneak peek taster chapters of thirteen other romance novels. The majority of this review will discuss the three novellas, but we will cover the thirteen taster novels briefly in order to provide a holistic account of the book.
I really enjoyed this book; the three short stories were amazing and really added value to the novella! These were probably some of the best erotica I have ever read as it does not go over the top with background description, very much focus on the here and now and is very quick to get to the sexual activity. The actual sexual activity contains fantastic use of both language and imagery, making it an intensely enjoyable experience for both the characters and the reader. The characters take risks during their sexual intercourse, which adds to the element of thriller and excitement. This is also an incredibly gripping read with reasonably short chapters which further add value to the novellas. It's also worth mentioning that having one amazing erotic short story is good, but having three erotic short stories is spoiling the reader with excitement!
There is not much I can criticise about the three short stories as they were written to a very good level, which kept the reader hooked throughout. Each short story was also very different, which is pleasing to the reader. The one thing I would say is that it would have been nice if these short stories were slightly longer; maybe to convert them into novellas in their own right as they have much potential and would really help develop both the story and the sexual element. I would definitely encourage Montgomery to experiment with some standalone erotic novellas to develop more of a story but also to maintain the intense excitement from the sex scenes.
The thirteen taster chapters presented at the end of this book were very varied. There was a mixture of romance in the real-world setting as well as pure fantasy, showing that Montgomery has great overall talent as a writer, being able to write such a diverse collection of romance/erotic books. I enjoyed reading these tasters, and some of them made me want to continue reading them. However, I think thirteen was probably far too many tasters as they introduce you to the story but go no further; they leave you on a cliffhanger. This is a good technique when not overused, as I would argue it is here. The reader does not want what seems like half of the novella to be full of the first chapters of thirteen further novels, which contain no sex, excitement, or development. It would have been much wiser to perhaps not include any more than five tasters, which may have allowed the three short stories to be further developed. Alternatively, if Montgomery wanted to keep the thirteen sneak peeks, it could potentially be smart to include two or three between each of the short stories so they are not all one after the other and would also break up the short stories, which may have added further value to the novella, as somewhat of a palate cleanser.
Altogether, I was initially stuck with what to rate this book as the three short stories made this novella worthy of a really high rating, but the thirteen sneak peeks really took away much of the value of the book as they currently are. However, I have decided to maintain the higher rating of 4 stars as this is a very good, exciting and gripping novella which I really enjoyed and would definitely recommend. I look forward to potentially reading more of Montgomery's books. I would like to thank both NetGalley and Evelyn Montgomery due to the book being independently published which I think is great, for providing me with an Advanced Reader Copy of this book in return for an honest book review.
My expectations were low going into the story, but I wasn’t expected to feel turned off the whole time. None of the characters had chemistry and I was overall disappointed.
Three very short sexy stories. They were enjoyable. Just the amount of plot and spice for short stories.
This is a novella with three short stories. Even though these are short stories, they felt really rushed. In my opinion, the second story was the best out of the three. I wish the second story was a bit longer and I think it has the potential to be a good novel.
At the end of the book are several previews of other books. If you're looking for a quick steamy read, then this might work for you.
A spicy and steamy collection for romance shorts. All were enjoyable, flirty reads. I enjoy reading shorter romances, so this was perfect.
If you are looking for a book with spice, this is it. I'm not a fan of the cover, but OMG the smut was definitely there in all 4 books. Definitely recommend.
Flirty Sexy Love was a fast paced and super sexy erotic novella. If you’re looking for a collection of short stories to cure a reading slump look no further. This sexy collection was the perfect addition to a cold winters evening.
Hot Hot Hot, 3 short quick reads with bonus reads at the back.. Each short story is three chapters and you will read them fairly quickly. I didn't bother reading the short bonus reads at the end as I felt it was just one chapter of each and I would want to read them all.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC. This was a fairly spicy set of stories. With the cover I expected more of that spice though.
This is a novella with three short stories. Each story has only three chapters and still has a minimal plot.
1. Better than expected, meet cute (or not), and kind of a second chance
2. Serendipity & the Thirteenth Floor, a second-chance romance
3. Hot for Teacher & The Kama Sutra, student-teacher romance
These are really short stories, but they are very spicy. I didn't expect to actually enjoy them, and these novellas are honestly good for passing some time. This can be read in less than two hours, I think, and readers will still get flirty, sexy, and *filthy* steamy scenes. 🥵
Mmmm pensavo meglio ho letto diverse novelle ma anche se novelle purtroppo non mi hanno dato nulla... Per me non superano il 3 perché dovevano essere più sviluppati anche racconti brevi
A great read, very well written with 3 stories and 11 sleek peaks. Great characters with great chemistry and the right amount odpf spice.
The three stories were a lot of fun to read. There was the expected spice but more than that there was real character development & engaging stories.
4.5/5 ⭐️s
This is advertised as a palette cleanser and it worked great as that! I loved these short, spicy stories. Once in a while, things changed or time jumped a little abruptly, but when you’re working with very limited pages, I get what the author was doing. It always worked after a second of acclimation. Really enjoyed these, lots of fun!
This will warm you up on a cold winter day! Short stories pack a punch.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for access to this ARC.
Dirty & spicy just as promised.
These novellas are HOT.
I definitely recommend and would totally read more by these authors esp if they are additional novellas. There isn’t a whole lot of substance or character development but it’s a quick sexy read so all of that other stuff wasn’t really necessary.
If you’re down for the spice…these are pretty nice.
The collection of short stories offered a delightful escape into worlds brimming with intrigue and passion. The narrative craftsmanship was commendable, as each tale unfolded with a perfect balance of spice and heat, leaving a lasting impression. The characters were vividly portrayed, and the pacing kept me hooked from beginning to end.
What I particularly appreciated was the variety within the stories; each one brought a unique flavor to the overall experience. The author's ability to create a captivating atmosphere and evoke genuine emotions added depth to the reading journey.
As a reader, I found myself fully immersed in the plot twists and turns, eagerly anticipating what each new story would unveil. The brevity of the tales worked to their advantage, providing a quick yet fulfilling escape. It's a testament to the author's skill that even within the limited space of short stories, a compelling narrative with well-developed characters was masterfully crafted.
In conclusion, this collection is a literary treat for those seeking a brief but intense respite from reality. The combination of engaging storytelling, well-drawn characters, and a touch of spice makes it a highly recommended read for anyone looking to savor the art of concise storytelling.
Thank you Netgalley and publishers for allowing me to read this ARC. This trio of short stories is encompassed in one place for your enjoyment. These are made up of 3 chapters each. From the first line of Better Than Expected I was enthralled.
With the first two having no names and just nicknames, I was almost confused when the third had a name.
Theres not much plot though there is a lot of spice following this novella with the ending having sneak peaks for other novels.
I enjoyed the ease of reading this and having a little binge.
Was released on 18/12/2023.