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Twice is not Enough
After several disastrous engagements, Lady Minerva Peters is an expert at suppressing her own needs. Only in the darkness of night does she give in to her wanton desires with a fantasy lover.
In the middle of a crowded ballroom, she learns her father is not yet ready to let her fade into spinsterhood. Humiliated, she ducks into a dark alcove only to find out she's not alone. Her hiding spot is occupied by a captivating stranger. Before she can escape, the two become voyeurs to another couple’s sexual rendezvous. The atmosphere heats up and so does her body, especially with the tempting offers whispered in her ear.
Will Minerva deny her needs once again or will she embrace the anonymity of their seclusion and finally explore her basic impulses and the startling attraction to the compelling mystery man?
**Originally released in January 2011, the title has been expanded and now contains a bonus epilogue.**
In the middle of a crowded ballroom, she learns her father is not yet ready to let her fade into spinsterhood. Humiliated, she ducks into a dark alcove only to find out she's not alone. Her hiding spot is occupied by a captivating stranger. Before she can escape, the two become voyeurs to another couple’s sexual rendezvous. The atmosphere heats up and so does her body, especially with the tempting offers whispered in her ear.
Will Minerva deny her needs once again or will she embrace the anonymity of their seclusion and finally explore her basic impulses and the startling attraction to the compelling mystery man?
**Originally released in January 2011, the title has been expanded and now contains a bonus epilogue.**
88 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 11, 2011
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Emma Lai
25 books39 followersEmma likes nothing more than a challenge. First, she tackled the male-dominated field of engineering. Next, she expanded her understanding of the world by studying international relations. Finally, her husband dared her to use her experience and knowledge and devote herself to writing. She accepted his challenge and has been writing ever since.
Writing keeps Emma sane. Her characters demand their stories be told and nag her incessantly until she complies. The characters are very insistent about her remaining faithful to their individual adventures. As a result, Emma writes a range of genres and levels of heat. She never knows what the next set of characters will demand!
Writing keeps Emma sane. Her characters demand their stories be told and nag her incessantly until she complies. The characters are very insistent about her remaining faithful to their individual adventures. As a result, Emma writes a range of genres and levels of heat. She never knows what the next set of characters will demand!
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April 30, 2012
Sizzling hot love scene in the library, but not much besides that. I found my mind wondering several times and some of her terms were way too modern for the time period.
October 6, 2017
William was an ass for unceremoniously shoving Minerva off his lap to land in a heap on the floor then stood up and stalked to the other side of the gazebo.
It could be forgiven if abruptly stood up because he got shocked by her words or something surprised him or he heard someone approaching and afraid of getting caught.
It could be forgiven if abruptly stood up because he got shocked by her words or something surprised him or he heard someone approaching and afraid of getting caught.
April 9, 2014
This is a straight historical erotic romance--a time period isn't given, but I'm guessing at least Regency, possibly Victorian since the ton are mentioned and in full force. My cup of tea! The first part of the story is told in a back and forth assessment. William speaks with Lord Peters (Minerva's father) about a horse he wishes to sell, while speculating on what sort of woman he wanted as wife and Minerva was speculating on how to get her father to stop matchmaking, but also on her fantasy lover as compared to every other guy in the room. It was kind of an amusing tennis match showcasing the similar thoughts that both were thinking about.
William wanted a wife who could (in no particular order): manage his younger sister, wealthy enough that he didn't have to worry she was after his money and passionate enough that in bed they'd be on fire. Minerva wanted a husband who wouldn't just cave to her demands, wasn't after her money and set her blood on fire. I liked that neither one them focused solely on how 'attractive' their fictional spouse would have to be, for them it was more about chemistry.
The library scene, which takes up a large chunk of plot and page, was blazingly hot. William and Minerva, not knowing who the other is exactly, were almost perfectly in tune with each other as they spied (unintentionally) on the Markham's tryst. I do have to wonder at the size of the library though, the Markhams couldn't see either of them, but Minerva made quite a few references that made me wonder just how far (or close) she was.
Minerva's backstory has a sort of dark humor to it, I was expecting something far worse from the way that Minerva worried over it, though in the ton I can see why it would be embarrassing and humiliating. William is given a much broader stroke--he's American, he has a sister prone to forming bad alliances and he hates gloves. I think what I enjoyed most about the story was that Minerva realized that it wasn't just the pleasure he gave her, but also the fact that he listened to her. He seemed to truly value her opinion and took her fears seriously. William in turn was the sort of man who would welcome Minerva's intellect and 'horse-crazy' self.
William wanted a wife who could (in no particular order): manage his younger sister, wealthy enough that he didn't have to worry she was after his money and passionate enough that in bed they'd be on fire. Minerva wanted a husband who wouldn't just cave to her demands, wasn't after her money and set her blood on fire. I liked that neither one them focused solely on how 'attractive' their fictional spouse would have to be, for them it was more about chemistry.
The library scene, which takes up a large chunk of plot and page, was blazingly hot. William and Minerva, not knowing who the other is exactly, were almost perfectly in tune with each other as they spied (unintentionally) on the Markham's tryst. I do have to wonder at the size of the library though, the Markhams couldn't see either of them, but Minerva made quite a few references that made me wonder just how far (or close) she was.
Minerva's backstory has a sort of dark humor to it, I was expecting something far worse from the way that Minerva worried over it, though in the ton I can see why it would be embarrassing and humiliating. William is given a much broader stroke--he's American, he has a sister prone to forming bad alliances and he hates gloves. I think what I enjoyed most about the story was that Minerva realized that it wasn't just the pleasure he gave her, but also the fact that he listened to her. He seemed to truly value her opinion and took her fears seriously. William in turn was the sort of man who would welcome Minerva's intellect and 'horse-crazy' self.
March 21, 2011
Miss Minerva Peters is known as an ice princess among the ton. She dreams of a fantasy lover, but doesn't believe she'll actually find him – until William Abbott enters the picture.
Set in historical England in the heyday of the ton, Mr. William Abbott is an American who has business dealings with Lord Peters, Minerva's father. They are talking at a local party when William spies a woman who heats his blood. He decides to follow her.
Minerva Peters ducks into a small room only to discover it's occupied by an amorous couple. Soon she finds herself in the arms of her fantasy lover. Will Minerva discover that fantasies really do come true?
Lai's writing is sharp, capturing an authenticity of the time period. The reader feels like a fly on the wall when Minerva gives into her fantasy.
The story's plot is steady, thrumming along at a nice pace. Lai's love scenes capture a pure, raw, explosive passion that is fanned into a sensual flame. The ending feels a little rushed, but satisfies.
"Twice is not Enough" is a delightful erotic romp for a rainy Saturday.
Set in historical England in the heyday of the ton, Mr. William Abbott is an American who has business dealings with Lord Peters, Minerva's father. They are talking at a local party when William spies a woman who heats his blood. He decides to follow her.
Minerva Peters ducks into a small room only to discover it's occupied by an amorous couple. Soon she finds herself in the arms of her fantasy lover. Will Minerva discover that fantasies really do come true?
Lai's writing is sharp, capturing an authenticity of the time period. The reader feels like a fly on the wall when Minerva gives into her fantasy.
The story's plot is steady, thrumming along at a nice pace. Lai's love scenes capture a pure, raw, explosive passion that is fanned into a sensual flame. The ending feels a little rushed, but satisfies.
"Twice is not Enough" is a delightful erotic romp for a rainy Saturday.
August 15, 2014
3.5 Stars. A fairly well written short novella. As with most novellas there is just not enough time for sufficient character development. The plot was cute. The dialogue was a little inconsistent. Enjoyable, but average.
March 18, 2011
This is a great read! It is the perfect mixture of class and heat.
Minerva is a multi-layered character and William is just yummy.
I think Regency or Victorian era readers will love this one!
Minerva is a multi-layered character and William is just yummy.
I think Regency or Victorian era readers will love this one!
June 28, 2014
I enjoyed this one. Full review to come
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