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Educating Aphrodite
Two years is too bloody long to be abstinent, especially when one is married to the insatiable Earl of Warwick.Countess Alexandra Falkner is desperate to rekindle the passion in her marriage. Unfortunately, she lacks the confidence and experience to accomplish her goal. She solicits the help of sexy hypnotist, Vincent Delacroix, to empower her and teach her the art of seduction. What she gets is an education in temptation that leads her heart astray. Will she lose sight of her goal in Delacroix’s arms? Or dare she risk everything to keep them both?Reader Our sexy heroes aren’t the only two educating the Countess. Alexandra’s new maid has a lesson or two as well.
- GenresHistorical Romance
Kindle Edition
First published January 5, 2011
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About the author
Kimberly Killion
15 books158 followersAward-winning author, Kimberly Killion, has been hailed by Romantic Times Magazine as an author who writes “captivating romance with excellent pacing and characters who are honorable, intelligent and full of humanity.” Her debut book, Her One Desire (Kensington 2008), was nominated for the romance-publishing industry's highest award of distinction, the RITA® Award. Her One Desire won the 2009 Booksellers Best Award for both Long Historical and Best First Book. In addition, Kimberly’s writing received an Award of Merit in the 2009 HOLT Medallion. She was recognized in the 2009 National Readers’ Choice Awards, the 2009 Golden Quill Awards, and the 2009 More Than Magic Contest. Romantic Times Magazine awarded Kimberly’s second Scottish-set novel, Highland Dragon (Kensington 2009), with the K.I.S.S. Award and said this is “a tale to cherish.”
Aside from writing, Killion teaches graphic/web design and serves as the President of the Missouri Romance Writers of America. She lives in Illinois with her husband, two children, a dog, three cats, and two dozen chickens.
Aside from writing, Killion teaches graphic/web design and serves as the President of the Missouri Romance Writers of America. She lives in Illinois with her husband, two children, a dog, three cats, and two dozen chickens.
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April 17, 2014
I'll tell you the truth before I get into the review itself, I was fully ready to be very peeved with Alexandra around page 49 because she quite suddenly became missish. When the story itself is only 55 pages you may see why I got upset. However Killion, in a clever little trick, twisted it around so that instead of remaining peeved with Alexandra I forgave her. Also it explained some inconsistencies I felt.
I almost wish this was longer because the ending twist certainly left me wondering and wishing for more development. Regardless I found the use of hypnotism to be interesting--especially in regards to hypnotizing Alexandra to be more confident and sexual. She seemed almost two women--even as she protested everything Vincent (or Daphne) said to her, she couldn't help herself.
The 'education' of Alexandra was steamy as you could want. Whether its Vincent's course in how to talk dirty or Daphne's course in how to please a man with your mouth, Alexandra definitely was an apt pupil.
In hindsight, after the ending, a lot of small details that stood out to me made a lot more sense. Alexandra's inability to see her son, Daphne's seeming familiarity and position in the house that wasn't really in line with her professed job (as a servant) and even Sebastian's cool indifference to his wife. Like I said, Killion turns it around neatly and gives us a plausible explanation.
Definitely worth giving a shot!
I almost wish this was longer because the ending twist certainly left me wondering and wishing for more development. Regardless I found the use of hypnotism to be interesting--especially in regards to hypnotizing Alexandra to be more confident and sexual. She seemed almost two women--even as she protested everything Vincent (or Daphne) said to her, she couldn't help herself.
The 'education' of Alexandra was steamy as you could want. Whether its Vincent's course in how to talk dirty or Daphne's course in how to please a man with your mouth, Alexandra definitely was an apt pupil.
In hindsight, after the ending, a lot of small details that stood out to me made a lot more sense. Alexandra's inability to see her son, Daphne's seeming familiarity and position in the house that wasn't really in line with her professed job (as a servant) and even Sebastian's cool indifference to his wife. Like I said, Killion turns it around neatly and gives us a plausible explanation.
Definitely worth giving a shot!
April 8, 2011
Lorien's Review
When her husband Sebastian no longer finds her desirable, Alexandra asks the sexy hypnotist Vincent Delacroix to “educate” her. With the help of Delacroix, she’s able to find the strength and passion that once burned inside of her. But when her husband finds out, what will she do?
Educating Aphrodite is a fun, engaging read with likable characters and quick pacing. The story features memorable secondary characters and deliciously hot sex scenes. There’s a nice twist at the end that was completely unexpected, which answer some of my questions.
Between the fantastic setting and sizzling romance, I was drawn into each scene. The chemistry between Alexandra and Delacroix ignites off the page. The story pulled me into their world and left me wanting more. Although the plot was exciting, I wished it had been longer. Other than that, the steamy dialogues and fantastic writing is worth the read.
4 1/2 Tea Cups
When her husband Sebastian no longer finds her desirable, Alexandra asks the sexy hypnotist Vincent Delacroix to “educate” her. With the help of Delacroix, she’s able to find the strength and passion that once burned inside of her. But when her husband finds out, what will she do?
Educating Aphrodite is a fun, engaging read with likable characters and quick pacing. The story features memorable secondary characters and deliciously hot sex scenes. There’s a nice twist at the end that was completely unexpected, which answer some of my questions.
Between the fantastic setting and sizzling romance, I was drawn into each scene. The chemistry between Alexandra and Delacroix ignites off the page. The story pulled me into their world and left me wanting more. Although the plot was exciting, I wished it had been longer. Other than that, the steamy dialogues and fantastic writing is worth the read.
4 1/2 Tea Cups
April 23, 2012
I enjoyed the beginning with Alexandra's timidness and watching her confidence grow each day. Her therapist Vincent, is an interesting man and his methods are very different. I would enjoy having a maid like Daphne. The ending twist I was not expecting and wasn't a fan of. I wished the story was a little longer and the ending more refined.
January 8, 2011
A great short read. Kimberly Killion never disappoints in her writing! There was even a twist ending I didn't see coming.
March 10, 2011
4.5 overall rating. A delicious read with intriguing characters. There's a nice twist near the end of the story. :)
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