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Loving on the Edge #1.5
Still into You
Three days, no rings...
Seth and Leila used to have trouble keeping their hands off each other. Passion, desire, love—it was all there. Yet, eight years after their whirlwind marriage and kids, they’ve settled into a life where choosing Letterman over Leno is considered a wild night.
Seth knows things need to change. But when he hears his wife call into a relationship radio show and admit she’s been tempted to cheat, he realizes how far off course they’ve gotten. He comes up with a dramatic plan. Three days. No rings. He’ll take Leila to The Ranch, a resort where any sexual fantasy can be had, and give her the freedom to have whatever or whomever she wants.
However, Seth doesn’t intend to simply stand by and watch other men fulfill Leila’s dark desires. He has a lot more bad boy in him than his wife suspects and he knows there’s only one man who can give her what she needs. Now he has to show her why that man is him.
Seth and Leila used to have trouble keeping their hands off each other. Passion, desire, love—it was all there. Yet, eight years after their whirlwind marriage and kids, they’ve settled into a life where choosing Letterman over Leno is considered a wild night.
Seth knows things need to change. But when he hears his wife call into a relationship radio show and admit she’s been tempted to cheat, he realizes how far off course they’ve gotten. He comes up with a dramatic plan. Three days. No rings. He’ll take Leila to The Ranch, a resort where any sexual fantasy can be had, and give her the freedom to have whatever or whomever she wants.
However, Seth doesn’t intend to simply stand by and watch other men fulfill Leila’s dark desires. He has a lot more bad boy in him than his wife suspects and he knows there’s only one man who can give her what she needs. Now he has to show her why that man is him.
100 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 5, 2012
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Roni Loren
45 books3,552 followersRoni wrote her first romance novel at age fifteen when she discovered writing about boys was way easier than actually talking to them. Since then, her flirting skills haven’t improved, but she likes to think her storytelling ability has. She holds a master’s degree in social work and spent years as a mental health counselor, but now she writes full time from her cozy office in North Texas where she puts her characters on the therapy couch instead. She is a two-time RITA Award winner and a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author.
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June 6, 2012
So, long awaited and devoured in one sitting but a nice satisfying little appetiser for Melt Into You, Roni Loren’s next full length novel to be released next month.
This is the story of Seth and Leila. Leila is Jace’s (from Crash and Melt Into You) little sister. She and Seth got together when they were still at college. She was a virgin, he a little more experienced. They were very much in love but she fell pregnant. He stood by her despite the disapproval of his family and they married and made a life together.
Now, seven years on, they’re in a rut. They function as man and wife, mother and father but never seem to really see each other and sex has become a once a week vanilla missionary position horizontal shuffle duty and, now, even that is fading away, the spark completely extinguished. Their priorities have shifted from each other to mortgage payments and careers.
Seth feels he needs to do something, he loves Leila after all, and is galvanised into action when he accidentally overhears Leila calling a talk radio station to confess that she almost strayed with her new client, Kade. Mmmmm, Kade. Sorry, where was I??
Jace advises Seth to take Leila to The Ranch, a high end BDSM retreat, every room equipped with shackles and restraints. They start to play and all goes well, at first until Seth gets a call from his boss and tries to put an end to the weekend. So, this is decision time – what takes priority – their careers and mortgage payments or the future of their marriage?
I very much enjoyed it – it’s definitely BDSM lite despite the club setting, nothing very hardcore. It’s a sweet story – Seth and Leila’s love for one another is obvious and this is all about reigniting the fire in their relationship which had become buried under the weight of their responsibilities.
Jace is up next in Melt Into You and I really hope that Kade gets his own novel sometime soon. Happiness is a warm sadist, after all!!!
4 stars contemporary/ erotic romance
This is the story of Seth and Leila. Leila is Jace’s (from Crash and Melt Into You) little sister. She and Seth got together when they were still at college. She was a virgin, he a little more experienced. They were very much in love but she fell pregnant. He stood by her despite the disapproval of his family and they married and made a life together.
Now, seven years on, they’re in a rut. They function as man and wife, mother and father but never seem to really see each other and sex has become a once a week vanilla missionary position horizontal shuffle duty and, now, even that is fading away, the spark completely extinguished. Their priorities have shifted from each other to mortgage payments and careers.
Seth feels he needs to do something, he loves Leila after all, and is galvanised into action when he accidentally overhears Leila calling a talk radio station to confess that she almost strayed with her new client, Kade. Mmmmm, Kade. Sorry, where was I??
Jace advises Seth to take Leila to The Ranch, a high end BDSM retreat, every room equipped with shackles and restraints. They start to play and all goes well, at first until Seth gets a call from his boss and tries to put an end to the weekend. So, this is decision time – what takes priority – their careers and mortgage payments or the future of their marriage?
I very much enjoyed it – it’s definitely BDSM lite despite the club setting, nothing very hardcore. It’s a sweet story – Seth and Leila’s love for one another is obvious and this is all about reigniting the fire in their relationship which had become buried under the weight of their responsibilities.
Jace is up next in Melt Into You and I really hope that Kade gets his own novel sometime soon. Happiness is a warm sadist, after all!!!
4 stars contemporary/ erotic romance
June 24, 2012
A- rating...
My Review:
This was a really interesting book. You don't find many erotic books (at least not that I've noticed) that deal with married couples who have reached the staid period of their relationship. I have to say that I find this kind of book really exciting. It's nice to see a couple who really love each other rekindle their romantic flames.
In this book, Seth and Leila have been married for 8 years. They got married when she was 19 and he was 21 when she became pregnant. He's been her only lover. Before her, he was a musician with all the wild-oats that entailed. He had and lived those wild single days, but put them behind him when he got married to Leila. Unfortunately, their very vanilla sex life has become a bit staid for both of them. The romance is definitely gone.
This book seemed very real to me. I thought both characters were portrayed beautifully especially their individual desolation about where their marriage is going. Neither one of them wants to give up, but neither one of them know what to do to save things at this point either. This isn't a simple, go live a fantasy and everything works out perfectly kind of book. Things are a lot more rocky and real than that, which I liked. I liked that the author made this realistic while at the same time, it was incredibly hot. Really just a fabulous read!
My Review:
This was a really interesting book. You don't find many erotic books (at least not that I've noticed) that deal with married couples who have reached the staid period of their relationship. I have to say that I find this kind of book really exciting. It's nice to see a couple who really love each other rekindle their romantic flames.
In this book, Seth and Leila have been married for 8 years. They got married when she was 19 and he was 21 when she became pregnant. He's been her only lover. Before her, he was a musician with all the wild-oats that entailed. He had and lived those wild single days, but put them behind him when he got married to Leila. Unfortunately, their very vanilla sex life has become a bit staid for both of them. The romance is definitely gone.
This book seemed very real to me. I thought both characters were portrayed beautifully especially their individual desolation about where their marriage is going. Neither one of them wants to give up, but neither one of them know what to do to save things at this point either. This isn't a simple, go live a fantasy and everything works out perfectly kind of book. Things are a lot more rocky and real than that, which I liked. I liked that the author made this realistic while at the same time, it was incredibly hot. Really just a fabulous read!
August 26, 2012
Another great one from Roni Loren!! I'm just loving her Loving on the Edge series, and this installment was a sexy, sweet, heart-warming read.
I actually felt drawn more to Seth in this story for some reason, he was such a hard-working and loving husband who was willing to do anything to keep his wife happy. It bothered me that after busting his ass to give Leila everything she ever dreamed of, it was suddenly his fault that he worked so much. Yeah, I get that he just wasn't there for her, but she should have known that he was just trying to move up in the world so she could live the life she used to be privileged to. So I guess I resented her character a bit and felt sorry for the hot husband of hers who was willing to let her stray just to keep her happy!!
I loved how Seth turned on the sex appeal when they were at the ranch, he was just plain hot!!! The way their story plays out was great, too, Loren added just the right amount of jealousy and heartbreak to have me hooked to the very end. Definitely recommend this one to the romance fans out there!!
I actually felt drawn more to Seth in this story for some reason, he was such a hard-working and loving husband who was willing to do anything to keep his wife happy. It bothered me that after busting his ass to give Leila everything she ever dreamed of, it was suddenly his fault that he worked so much. Yeah, I get that he just wasn't there for her, but she should have known that he was just trying to move up in the world so she could live the life she used to be privileged to. So I guess I resented her character a bit and felt sorry for the hot husband of hers who was willing to let her stray just to keep her happy!!
I loved how Seth turned on the sex appeal when they were at the ranch, he was just plain hot!!! The way their story plays out was great, too, Loren added just the right amount of jealousy and heartbreak to have me hooked to the very end. Definitely recommend this one to the romance fans out there!!
June 6, 2012
FREAKIN' LOVED THIS!!!! It was short, but very sweet and of course with a whole lotta smexy going on (yes, yes, we ALL know, that's usually my favorite bit)! The idea of a husband and wife who have lost their way and managed to find it back through rediscovering their sexuality with each other was so beautifully written, that i actually said 'AWWWWWWWW' at the end! Job well done again, Ms Loren and all the more, i CANNOT WAIT for Jace's story; Melt Into You!!!
June 20, 2012
I liked this book but I don't think I did it justice.
I had not long finished a book with a similar storyline but that story and characters was much better executed and had the emotion that this book seemed to lack for me.
It was still a good read and who knows, maybe I would have enjoyed it more if I didn't have the book I had just read to compare it to
I had not long finished a book with a similar storyline but that story and characters was much better executed and had the emotion that this book seemed to lack for me.
It was still a good read and who knows, maybe I would have enjoyed it more if I didn't have the book I had just read to compare it to
June 29, 2012
This may be a quick read, but it doesn't skimp on the emotion and characterization. Brava, Roni; you've done it again!
May 9, 2014
I'm not convinced they have a HEA.
June 23, 2012
I love a good story about couples who are already established but are having some problems. Roni Loren brings out the big guns in this book that left me dripping in passion and pulling for them to make it.
The book opens with Seth and Leila having been married for eight years. They were truly in love when they met in college, but she got pregnant after they used an expired condom. Leila was a virgin at the time and never really go to sow her wild oats. Now eight years later, she is still very much in love with her husband, but life has gotten boring and she never sees her husband.
Seth never regretted marrying Leila. He put his artistic dreams to bed and became a manager. When her rich parents accuse him of getting her pregnant for their money, he thumbs his nose at them and works hard to support his family. He wants to be the man who deserves Leila, working crazy hours in the hopes of making a down payment on their dream home.
When Seth hears his wife admit on a radio show that she almost cheated, he realizes their marriage is in deep trouble. So he orders his wife to give him three days to save it. Those three days, their wedding vows are on hold, so she may explore and find everything she desires. And he hopes letting her go free she will choose to come back to him.
Wow! There is a lot going on in this book that hits home with married couples where the spark has dimmed but the love is still there. Two people in a rut not really talking to each other and growing apart on what they want and need in their relationship. While I would have never taken my spouse to a sex resort and put away my vows to just learn if I will come back to where it began. There is a ménage scene that was so hot, but right afterwards the ramifications came flying from both parties. She wanting to explore more with him trying to figure out how he could have been so turned on watching her with another man.
One point I loved that I loved also in another book, was how the hero goes through the heroines books to find out what she truly desires and then goes about trying to make some of their fantasies come true. But both of the characters have to deal with what happens when fantasies become realities.
When something comes up on the weekend, both Seth and Leila must decide if staying married is what need to happen. Will their love conquer all or will this end their marriage forever?
It's a hard look into how relationships grow apart when you least expect it and how one couple deals with getting it back to what they want and need. I loved this book from beginning to end. I only wished it was a full length novel. I would have loved to delve deeper into their marriage after their realizations came to light and where it truly went after the book was done.
All I can say is I was blown away. A very true look into marriage, how it develops, fantasies being met and the depth each is willing to go to only to save their love and marriage. A must read!
The book opens with Seth and Leila having been married for eight years. They were truly in love when they met in college, but she got pregnant after they used an expired condom. Leila was a virgin at the time and never really go to sow her wild oats. Now eight years later, she is still very much in love with her husband, but life has gotten boring and she never sees her husband.
Seth never regretted marrying Leila. He put his artistic dreams to bed and became a manager. When her rich parents accuse him of getting her pregnant for their money, he thumbs his nose at them and works hard to support his family. He wants to be the man who deserves Leila, working crazy hours in the hopes of making a down payment on their dream home.
When Seth hears his wife admit on a radio show that she almost cheated, he realizes their marriage is in deep trouble. So he orders his wife to give him three days to save it. Those three days, their wedding vows are on hold, so she may explore and find everything she desires. And he hopes letting her go free she will choose to come back to him.
Wow! There is a lot going on in this book that hits home with married couples where the spark has dimmed but the love is still there. Two people in a rut not really talking to each other and growing apart on what they want and need in their relationship. While I would have never taken my spouse to a sex resort and put away my vows to just learn if I will come back to where it began. There is a ménage scene that was so hot, but right afterwards the ramifications came flying from both parties. She wanting to explore more with him trying to figure out how he could have been so turned on watching her with another man.
One point I loved that I loved also in another book, was how the hero goes through the heroines books to find out what she truly desires and then goes about trying to make some of their fantasies come true. But both of the characters have to deal with what happens when fantasies become realities.
When something comes up on the weekend, both Seth and Leila must decide if staying married is what need to happen. Will their love conquer all or will this end their marriage forever?
It's a hard look into how relationships grow apart when you least expect it and how one couple deals with getting it back to what they want and need. I loved this book from beginning to end. I only wished it was a full length novel. I would have loved to delve deeper into their marriage after their realizations came to light and where it truly went after the book was done.
All I can say is I was blown away. A very true look into marriage, how it develops, fantasies being met and the depth each is willing to go to only to save their love and marriage. A must read!
June 4, 2012
Although the cover felt like I am headed for a erotic novel, its definitely a contemporary romance..of the sweet kind.
Seth and Leila are happily married to each other for eight beautiful years and have two kids. But, now their marriage is dying, before their very eyes. Will this couple, who came across so many problems and faced it together, find their love again?
This novel is less than 100 pages, so I can't spill the plot and spoil the thrill for you. But, you got to trust me on this - again - and try it. Its great! But, to assure you, I just want to say some more things about this couple.
Seth: This former high school sweetheart fell in love with Leila, a rich art student. He transformed his roguish behaviors to good ones, in order to be a deserving person to the innocent Leila. With two kids now, this guy works endlessly to give his family everything. He loves Leila more than everything else.
Leila: The once cute and innocent girl, Leila, is pregnant, even before she finishes her college. Although thrown out of her family, Leila doesn't care. This is the kid of Seth, the only one she loved..of course, she couldn't care for being an outcast to her own family. She marries Seth and moves from being rich to living a average life. She is satisfied and happy with her life, so long as Seth cares for her.
You want to know how such two wonderful characters can come to the stage of breaking their marriage? No, they definitely didn't cheat each other in any way. So, how? Come on, guyz! Read it!
The author has made it very clear that she has a great talent of weaving tales and presenting it in a great way. I definitely need to try more books from this author to confirm her talents (or enjoying more of her writing).
Realistic, sweet and adorable romance! Recommended!
Seth and Leila are happily married to each other for eight beautiful years and have two kids. But, now their marriage is dying, before their very eyes. Will this couple, who came across so many problems and faced it together, find their love again?
This novel is less than 100 pages, so I can't spill the plot and spoil the thrill for you. But, you got to trust me on this - again - and try it. Its great! But, to assure you, I just want to say some more things about this couple.
Seth: This former high school sweetheart fell in love with Leila, a rich art student. He transformed his roguish behaviors to good ones, in order to be a deserving person to the innocent Leila. With two kids now, this guy works endlessly to give his family everything. He loves Leila more than everything else.
Leila: The once cute and innocent girl, Leila, is pregnant, even before she finishes her college. Although thrown out of her family, Leila doesn't care. This is the kid of Seth, the only one she loved..of course, she couldn't care for being an outcast to her own family. She marries Seth and moves from being rich to living a average life. She is satisfied and happy with her life, so long as Seth cares for her.
You want to know how such two wonderful characters can come to the stage of breaking their marriage? No, they definitely didn't cheat each other in any way. So, how? Come on, guyz! Read it!
The author has made it very clear that she has a great talent of weaving tales and presenting it in a great way. I definitely need to try more books from this author to confirm her talents (or enjoying more of her writing).
Realistic, sweet and adorable romance! Recommended!
June 16, 2012
This review was posted at Under the Covers
4.5 Stars
OK people, it's official! I am a Roni Loren fan! You know when you read that first book by a new to you author and you LOVE it and then you think to yourself, maybe that was a lucky book. Well I can honestly say I just love Roni Loren's writing style.
In this short story she managed to catch my interest from the very first page, and that's without having any knowledge about the characters in this story (at least not that I can remember) from the previous book.
Seth and Leila dated in high school and then she got pregnant. He did the right thing and they got married. Now eight years later it seems that their marriage might need some help. He's been working long hours to give her what she was used to growing up. She is craving the love and attention from the boy she fell in love with.
I think this story touches on something that happens to most couples, falling into routines and the rut of daily life. But it's also about the self discovery that Leila goes through. Being so young when she became a wife and a mother, she never had the opportunity to explore what she wanted. But now Seth is giving her that chance and learning some things he likes as well that he never thought he would. Making their bond only stronger.
We also get introduced to two very sexy Doms that I just can't wait to read more about, especially Master Van. He just seems deliciously wicked and tender and caring at the same time.
But let me warn you....this is one hot little short story! If you haven't read this series, do yourself a favor and go get it now!
4.5 Stars
OK people, it's official! I am a Roni Loren fan! You know when you read that first book by a new to you author and you LOVE it and then you think to yourself, maybe that was a lucky book. Well I can honestly say I just love Roni Loren's writing style.
In this short story she managed to catch my interest from the very first page, and that's without having any knowledge about the characters in this story (at least not that I can remember) from the previous book.
Seth and Leila dated in high school and then she got pregnant. He did the right thing and they got married. Now eight years later it seems that their marriage might need some help. He's been working long hours to give her what she was used to growing up. She is craving the love and attention from the boy she fell in love with.
I think this story touches on something that happens to most couples, falling into routines and the rut of daily life. But it's also about the self discovery that Leila goes through. Being so young when she became a wife and a mother, she never had the opportunity to explore what she wanted. But now Seth is giving her that chance and learning some things he likes as well that he never thought he would. Making their bond only stronger.
We also get introduced to two very sexy Doms that I just can't wait to read more about, especially Master Van. He just seems deliciously wicked and tender and caring at the same time.
But let me warn you....this is one hot little short story! If you haven't read this series, do yourself a favor and go get it now!
June 10, 2012
The premise of a couple weighed down by the responsibilities of everyday life definitely appealed to me. The main characters are a married couple that have put sex on the back burner for so long, the flame has flickered out. In an effort to save their marriage, they turn up the heat big time.
This is a novella, so conflict and resolution had to be woven together fast and tight - which I think overall Loren does well. Despite the limited number of pages, there were several bumps in the road to make the resolution feel like something that the characters struggled to earn. On the other hand, the resolution was incomplete in that some final choices were left in limbo...I hope the couple can stay true to the decisions they arrive at by the end of the novel so they can follow through to their happy ever after rather than a simple happy for now.
An enjoyable read that is quick yet satisfying.
This is a novella, so conflict and resolution had to be woven together fast and tight - which I think overall Loren does well. Despite the limited number of pages, there were several bumps in the road to make the resolution feel like something that the characters struggled to earn. On the other hand, the resolution was incomplete in that some final choices were left in limbo...I hope the couple can stay true to the decisions they arrive at by the end of the novel so they can follow through to their happy ever after rather than a simple happy for now.
An enjoyable read that is quick yet satisfying.
June 9, 2012
I love this story...so many of these stories are about a couple's first meeting, or getting back together, but rarely are they ever--or any romance for that matter--about a committed couple hitting a rough patch and learning how to find that spark again. Learning how to fall back in love with your spouse. This book shows that. I loved the fresh take on seeing two people who love each other from the beginning that just let life get in the way...something so many of us can relate to. Kudos, Loren :)
July 7, 2012
Loved it! I love how the dynamics were kept real... actual married couples would have trouble sharing. No matter how kinked you want to get, real life would kick in and make you go "Wait a minute!" And those reactions were woven in expertly, and kept me believing. Excellent story, and I'm really enjoying moving through the different characters in each book, getting to know a little about each one as I go. Looking forward to MELT INTO YOU next!
June 12, 2012
STILL INTO YOU was a smart and sexy read full of emotion. I desperately wanted a happy ending for Leila and Seth and the book delivered.
I devoured the book in one sitting. I can’t wait for Ms. Loren’s next book!
I devoured the book in one sitting. I can’t wait for Ms. Loren’s next book!
June 11, 2012
Loved it! I can't wait for Melt Into You. The teaser chapters did their job!
June 22, 2012
Great short story to read while waiting for Melt Into You! Read it in one night. I love how all of the characters are connected in this series. And love the repeat appearance of Jace ;)
July 1, 2012
Roni Loren’s Still Into You made for a sexy, heart-felt and fun read that was quick and a great little treat while waiting for Melt Into You.
Seth and Leila met in college and married after Leila found out that she was pregnant. Seth has spent the last eight years of their marriage trying to prove to his wealthy father-in-law that he is worthy of his daughter, working hard to earn a corporate position at his job and finally be able to afford the life his wife is use to. What Seth didn’t realize was that all work and no play have almost cost him the one thing he was working so hard for – his wife and kids. It’s only after a night of Leno instead of sex and an awkward moment catching his wife in the shower that Seth realizes just how far he and Leila have drifted apart. Determined to spice things up for them, Seth turns to his brother-in-law and owner of the adult store, Wicked. But when he hears his wife calling into a radio show admitting that she almost cheated Seth knows that he has to take drastic measures if he hopes to save his marriage.
Leila doesn’t know what to do. She loves her husband deeply but he is never around anymore and lately she has found herself wanting things she knows that she can never share with him. In college Seth was the bad-boy in a band whose passion set her on fire. But somewhere along the way he lost that edge and now, she can barely remember what he looks like with the lights on. When another man shows her an interest that her husband hasn’t shown her in years, Leila is tempted and that scares her more than anything.
Seth isn’t about to let another man take his wife though and so he packs the kids off to his parents and books three days at The Ranch. Three days, no vows and all of Leila’s fantasies realized; if she doesn’t want to be with him after that he’ll walk away but he’s not about to give up without a fight. Seth is willing to do whatever it takes to get his wife back, even if that means sharing her with another man. Leila reluctantly agrees but what happens after fantasy becomes reality? Will they be able to face the consequences together?
Roni Loren packed a lot of story into a little package with Still Into You. I think that most married couples who have been together through that seven-year-itch are going to be able to instantly relate to this story.
When Still Into You begins I found myself sympathizing with Seth. He knew that Leila was it for him, the end and I loved how he was willing to go to any and all lengths to save his marriage with her. But as the story continues and Seth begins to make a few discoveries about himself I found that I was putting myself in Leila’s shoes and sympathizing with her more and more. It’s never been about the money for Leila; she just wanted the boy she married to return. It was a great look into how two people evolve over their time of marriage. How sometimes, without even meaning too, the relationship can grow stagnant and you begin to take each other for granted. It was a great story of two hearts reconnecting and becoming even stronger than they were before.
I really loved this story. Roni Loren pens the perfect tale of marriage, family, the responsibilities and disappoints that follow and finding that needed spark to keep your marriage going. Roni Loren is fast becoming a must-read erotic romance author for me and I can’t wait to read Melt Ino You now with Jace. I also hope that we see more of Master Van in the continuing stories as well. This book was set up well to read as a stand-alone.
Seth and Leila met in college and married after Leila found out that she was pregnant. Seth has spent the last eight years of their marriage trying to prove to his wealthy father-in-law that he is worthy of his daughter, working hard to earn a corporate position at his job and finally be able to afford the life his wife is use to. What Seth didn’t realize was that all work and no play have almost cost him the one thing he was working so hard for – his wife and kids. It’s only after a night of Leno instead of sex and an awkward moment catching his wife in the shower that Seth realizes just how far he and Leila have drifted apart. Determined to spice things up for them, Seth turns to his brother-in-law and owner of the adult store, Wicked. But when he hears his wife calling into a radio show admitting that she almost cheated Seth knows that he has to take drastic measures if he hopes to save his marriage.
Leila doesn’t know what to do. She loves her husband deeply but he is never around anymore and lately she has found herself wanting things she knows that she can never share with him. In college Seth was the bad-boy in a band whose passion set her on fire. But somewhere along the way he lost that edge and now, she can barely remember what he looks like with the lights on. When another man shows her an interest that her husband hasn’t shown her in years, Leila is tempted and that scares her more than anything.
Seth isn’t about to let another man take his wife though and so he packs the kids off to his parents and books three days at The Ranch. Three days, no vows and all of Leila’s fantasies realized; if she doesn’t want to be with him after that he’ll walk away but he’s not about to give up without a fight. Seth is willing to do whatever it takes to get his wife back, even if that means sharing her with another man. Leila reluctantly agrees but what happens after fantasy becomes reality? Will they be able to face the consequences together?
Roni Loren packed a lot of story into a little package with Still Into You. I think that most married couples who have been together through that seven-year-itch are going to be able to instantly relate to this story.
When Still Into You begins I found myself sympathizing with Seth. He knew that Leila was it for him, the end and I loved how he was willing to go to any and all lengths to save his marriage with her. But as the story continues and Seth begins to make a few discoveries about himself I found that I was putting myself in Leila’s shoes and sympathizing with her more and more. It’s never been about the money for Leila; she just wanted the boy she married to return. It was a great look into how two people evolve over their time of marriage. How sometimes, without even meaning too, the relationship can grow stagnant and you begin to take each other for granted. It was a great story of two hearts reconnecting and becoming even stronger than they were before.
I really loved this story. Roni Loren pens the perfect tale of marriage, family, the responsibilities and disappoints that follow and finding that needed spark to keep your marriage going. Roni Loren is fast becoming a must-read erotic romance author for me and I can’t wait to read Melt Ino You now with Jace. I also hope that we see more of Master Van in the continuing stories as well. This book was set up well to read as a stand-alone.
May 14, 2012
Review originally posted at Ramblings From This Chick
Seth knew his marriage was in a rut. The sexual spark that he and his wife used to feel just isn't there so he decides to make a trip to her brothers sex store to try and spice up their love life. While there he hears his wife on
Seth and Leila used to be hot together. So hot that they couldn't keep their hands off one another. Now eight years into their marriage the spark just isn't there between them. Seth knows they are in a rut, but when he hears his wife call into a radio show and admit that she's been tempted to cheat he knows he must act fast. He loves his wife and he doesn't want to lose her. So he decides to take Leila on a retreat to The Ranch, a resort where any and all sexual fantasies can be had.
Leila loves her husband, but lately she has felt unwanted and not attracted. She knows she doesn't want to lose Seth but something has to change. She's tired of him working long hours at his job and never spending time with her or their kids. When Seth proposes that she take three days off and do whatever she wants with whomever she wants, she can't help but feel a little bit intrigued and hesitant at the same time. While sleeping with another man is kind of exciting, she really just wants to be with Seth. And for the first time in a long time her husband is finally paying attention to her, and not only is he paying attention but the passion they used to have for one another is back. But is it back for good?
I really enjoyed this novella by Roni Loren. She was able to pack so much into her story. I really felt the struggle and pain both Leila and Seth were feeling with trying to find and maintain the spark in their relationship. Roni was able to convey not only the pain they felt but the passion. Oh my goodness, but do these two have some serious passion together. Seth and Leila are way hot together, and I enjoyed watching them reconnect with one another. After finishing this novella, I definitely can't wait to get my hands on more from Roni Loren.
Seth knew his marriage was in a rut. The sexual spark that he and his wife used to feel just isn't there so he decides to make a trip to her brothers sex store to try and spice up their love life. While there he hears his wife on
Seth and Leila used to be hot together. So hot that they couldn't keep their hands off one another. Now eight years into their marriage the spark just isn't there between them. Seth knows they are in a rut, but when he hears his wife call into a radio show and admit that she's been tempted to cheat he knows he must act fast. He loves his wife and he doesn't want to lose her. So he decides to take Leila on a retreat to The Ranch, a resort where any and all sexual fantasies can be had.
Leila loves her husband, but lately she has felt unwanted and not attracted. She knows she doesn't want to lose Seth but something has to change. She's tired of him working long hours at his job and never spending time with her or their kids. When Seth proposes that she take three days off and do whatever she wants with whomever she wants, she can't help but feel a little bit intrigued and hesitant at the same time. While sleeping with another man is kind of exciting, she really just wants to be with Seth. And for the first time in a long time her husband is finally paying attention to her, and not only is he paying attention but the passion they used to have for one another is back. But is it back for good?
I really enjoyed this novella by Roni Loren. She was able to pack so much into her story. I really felt the struggle and pain both Leila and Seth were feeling with trying to find and maintain the spark in their relationship. Roni was able to convey not only the pain they felt but the passion. Oh my goodness, but do these two have some serious passion together. Seth and Leila are way hot together, and I enjoyed watching them reconnect with one another. After finishing this novella, I definitely can't wait to get my hands on more from Roni Loren.
May 11, 2012
Seth knew they were in a rut, but he also knew he loved his wife more than life itself. He was willing to try and spice things up by visiting his brother-in-laws sex shop, Wicked, and maybe get a little advice. What he got instead was an earful of a tearful and remorseful Leila calling into a radio talk show and divulging that she had almost slept with another man that night. Devastated, but determined to do what it takes to save what he and Leila have, Seth asks Leila to give him three days, where he's in charge, where their marriage vows don't mean a thing and Leila can decide exactly what she wants.
I have to appreciate a man who is willing to go to any lengths to save his marriage. Seth knew he still loved his wife with every beat of his heart and despite his long hours at work, he needed her and longed for her. And while he intended the weekend to give Leila a chance to "sow her wild oats", it actually gave him a little clarity in what he had pushed aside in order to prove a point to Leila's wealthy father about his worthiness to Leila.
Leila never married Seth for his money. She may have married him because she was pregnant, but she was in love with the boy in a band who was full of passion. She missed the passion and she just plan missed him while he slaved away til the wee hours of the morning and every holiday at a job that was just stringing him along. And while what she and Seth did at The Ranch was hot and fun at the moment, she knew that if Seth could somehow hold onto the passion the had that weekend, things between them would be fine...no matter what.
I loved the story. Seth and Leila's marriage was perfectly written and their struggles with juggling family, responsibilities and still keeping the "spark" in a marriage alive was dead on. Roni Loren is quickly becoming a must buy for me. Can't wait for Melt Into You.
I have to appreciate a man who is willing to go to any lengths to save his marriage. Seth knew he still loved his wife with every beat of his heart and despite his long hours at work, he needed her and longed for her. And while he intended the weekend to give Leila a chance to "sow her wild oats", it actually gave him a little clarity in what he had pushed aside in order to prove a point to Leila's wealthy father about his worthiness to Leila.
Leila never married Seth for his money. She may have married him because she was pregnant, but she was in love with the boy in a band who was full of passion. She missed the passion and she just plan missed him while he slaved away til the wee hours of the morning and every holiday at a job that was just stringing him along. And while what she and Seth did at The Ranch was hot and fun at the moment, she knew that if Seth could somehow hold onto the passion the had that weekend, things between them would be fine...no matter what.
I loved the story. Seth and Leila's marriage was perfectly written and their struggles with juggling family, responsibilities and still keeping the "spark" in a marriage alive was dead on. Roni Loren is quickly becoming a must buy for me. Can't wait for Melt Into You.
June 11, 2012
I read this novella in one day. I love the fact that Jace is featured in this novella a little bit. This story is about Leila and Seth who have been married for almost twenty years. They have two kids, have fallen into a routine and have grown apart. They have probems which they try to work through through out the story. I felt bad for Seth. I thought Seth was a vanilla type of guy but turns out Seth had been a bad boy in college. He just didn't set his priority straight. He's busy working, trying to get a promotion in order to get Leila the house she's always wanted and have their kids go to private school. Leila doesn't feel wanted by Seth anymore. He's the only man she's ever been with. She loves him but feels like they've changed and lost something. She doesn't think they can get what theyve lost back. Leila doesn't feel beautiful or sexy after having two kids. She brushes aside any copliments paid to her. She agrees to away with Seth for three days where Seth is in control of what will happen. He wants to give her fantasies after listening to her on a radio talking to a doctor. She confesses she was tempted to be unfaithful to her huaband. Leila's an interior decorator who has a very sexy client who is also attracted to her. He will meet up with Leila again where he will tempt her again. Seth will have to learn to control his jealousy at The Ranch where Jace calls up a friend to tell him his brother-in-law and sister might show up. He tells Seth he won't mention it to anyone or bring it up to him again. It was nice to see a dominant side of Seth and to see Leila become more confident. This story carries a very good message for women which was nice to see. I loved this story and highly recommend it. They're are some very hot sex scenes.
Love the excerpt at the end of Melt Into You which comes out in July and I can't wait to get my hands on.
Love the excerpt at the end of Melt Into You which comes out in July and I can't wait to get my hands on.
June 4, 2012
3.5 stars
I love reading stories where the main characters are already married.Seth and Leila are going through what most married couples experience. Seth is spending most of his time at his job and Leila is feeling neglected. Instead of sitting down and talking to each other about, Seth and Leila are avoiding each other. They're going through their life, as if everything is okay when they both know that things aren't. When Seth finds out that his wife was tempted to cheat on him, he realizes that he needs to do something fast and drastic in order to save their marriage. So he decides a weekend at The Ranch, where Leila can indulge in whatever pleasures she want, will be the key.
I really enjoyed Seth and Leila's story mainly because I could totally relate to them. Life gets in the way and we have a tendency to not put as much effort into our relationship. I loved that both Seth and Leila were willing to do what it takes to make their marriage work. Even though it took Seth a little longer than Leila to get his priorities straight. I don't know if going to The Ranch is the best way to fix a marriage but it seemed to work for them. Seth needed to know that he was the only one for Leila. And Leila needed to figure out if she truly wanted to step outside her marriage.
Still Into You was a great emotional and sexy read. Once they arrived at The Ranch, the sizzle factor went through the roof. Besides the smoking hot sex scenes, there was a great story about two people who love each other trying to find their way back.
I love reading stories where the main characters are already married.Seth and Leila are going through what most married couples experience. Seth is spending most of his time at his job and Leila is feeling neglected. Instead of sitting down and talking to each other about, Seth and Leila are avoiding each other. They're going through their life, as if everything is okay when they both know that things aren't. When Seth finds out that his wife was tempted to cheat on him, he realizes that he needs to do something fast and drastic in order to save their marriage. So he decides a weekend at The Ranch, where Leila can indulge in whatever pleasures she want, will be the key.
I really enjoyed Seth and Leila's story mainly because I could totally relate to them. Life gets in the way and we have a tendency to not put as much effort into our relationship. I loved that both Seth and Leila were willing to do what it takes to make their marriage work. Even though it took Seth a little longer than Leila to get his priorities straight. I don't know if going to The Ranch is the best way to fix a marriage but it seemed to work for them. Seth needed to know that he was the only one for Leila. And Leila needed to figure out if she truly wanted to step outside her marriage.
Still Into You was a great emotional and sexy read. Once they arrived at The Ranch, the sizzle factor went through the roof. Besides the smoking hot sex scenes, there was a great story about two people who love each other trying to find their way back.
July 3, 2012
This is a sexy short which is described as book 1.5 of the Loving on the Edge series but it reads easily as a standalone. Seth and Leila have been married for 8 years but have fallen into routine and rut and are not feeling connected anymore. Seth overhears Leila on talkback radio asking for help after she'd been tempted to cheat and realises that desperate times call for desperate measures. He takes her away for a long weekend to "The Ranch" a sex fantasy resort where anything goes to try and revitalise their connection and save their marriage. The sex scenes were certainly very hot and enjoyable (*fans self*) but I particularly liked that issues about jealousy and communication were covered and that the story was about rebooting their relationship and not just an excuse for a lot of sex scenes. Seth's job is one of the barriers in their relationship - he works very long hours chasing after a promotion which will mean he can finally afford the house Leila wants and he believes she should have (she comes from money, he does not). However, this aspect of the story was left unfinished - while I thought Seth was going to make a change, the reader wasn't told what that would be and that loose end was left dangling in the wind. I did believe that Seth and Leila were well on the path to saving their marriage and I appreciated that the the book didn't pretend that one weekend would fix everything. And, did I say the sex scenes were hot? This is my first Roni Loren book but I think I will be checking out more from this author.
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August 9, 2012
Still Into You is a good way to get a quick taste of Roni Loren's work. (And when you do, you'll want more!) When Seth and Leila fell in love, they couldn't wait to rip each others' clothes off. Now, eight years and two kids later, they'll watch Letterman rather than make love.
Some say that it's not really a romance if the couple is already married (except for mail-order brides and the like) - stories like this prove "them" wrong. As it turns out, both Seth and Leila have been longing for something more than "vanilla sex," but didn't want to bring it up, lest they shock their partner. I love the way this couple fights to stay together, from Leila calling a radio love doc for advice, to Seth unearthing her stash of battered romance novels and reading them to discover what her hottest fantasies might be. The sex is hot, the romance is sweet, and being on the journey as this couple battled to find each other again - or perhaps, really, for the first time - is definitely worth the price of admission.
Some say that it's not really a romance if the couple is already married (except for mail-order brides and the like) - stories like this prove "them" wrong. As it turns out, both Seth and Leila have been longing for something more than "vanilla sex," but didn't want to bring it up, lest they shock their partner. I love the way this couple fights to stay together, from Leila calling a radio love doc for advice, to Seth unearthing her stash of battered romance novels and reading them to discover what her hottest fantasies might be. The sex is hot, the romance is sweet, and being on the journey as this couple battled to find each other again - or perhaps, really, for the first time - is definitely worth the price of admission.
June 5, 2012
Novella’s are never quite long enough. I enjoyed this short, peek into Seth and Leila’s life. Seth and Leila met in college and quickly became parents and got married. Eight years later they have drifted apart. Seth has been working overtime to provide for his family and to prove himself to his wealthy in-laws. Leila has been busy building her interior design business, with the kids, and has started feeling invisible and undesired by her busy husband.
Seth after overhearing his wife say she almost cheated on him takes drastic measure and takes her to The Ranch. He releases them both from the restrictions of their wedding vows for three days. What happens next is a hot, steamy weekend of reconnecting, fantasy fulfillment, and drama.
I liked that neither Seth nor Leila took the easy way out. They both wanted their marriage to work and were willing to try something radical to bring the passion back into their marriage.
Seth after overhearing his wife say she almost cheated on him takes drastic measure and takes her to The Ranch. He releases them both from the restrictions of their wedding vows for three days. What happens next is a hot, steamy weekend of reconnecting, fantasy fulfillment, and drama.
I liked that neither Seth nor Leila took the easy way out. They both wanted their marriage to work and were willing to try something radical to bring the passion back into their marriage.
June 17, 2012
Seth and Leila got married young and, after eight years and two kids, their life is in a rut. Seth works hard to provide for his family, but that means Leila's often alone. Their lack of communication is affecting all areas of their relationship, but the first place it rears its ugly head is in their bedroom, where sex has become routine.
When Seth hears Leila call into a radio show to admit she nearly cheated, he knows drastic measures are in order. So he takes her away for a weekend at The Ranch, an S&M retreat.
I loved Roni's Crash Into You, her debut novel which introduces The Ranch, because even though I'm not usually an erotic romance reader her stories have two very necessary ingredients: 1) emotional depth, and 2) damn fine character development.
Still Into You is a novella, but it's amazing how much depth Roni was able to pack in without the story being bogged down in details or backstory.
Roni's stories are a tasty, no-guilt treat!
When Seth hears Leila call into a radio show to admit she nearly cheated, he knows drastic measures are in order. So he takes her away for a weekend at The Ranch, an S&M retreat.
I loved Roni's Crash Into You, her debut novel which introduces The Ranch, because even though I'm not usually an erotic romance reader her stories have two very necessary ingredients: 1) emotional depth, and 2) damn fine character development.
Still Into You is a novella, but it's amazing how much depth Roni was able to pack in without the story being bogged down in details or backstory.
Roni's stories are a tasty, no-guilt treat!
February 25, 2016
Seth and Leila used to have trouble keeping their hands off each other. They had the passion, the fire, the love...everything. After eight years of marriage and kids, everything just fell to the side. Everything became routine, get up, breakfast, come home, Letterman or Leno...That was their life. Seth knows things need to change. When he hears Leila on a talk radio show talking about admitting she has been tempted to cheat, he fears its too late. His idea is to take her to The Ranch. No Rings. No rules. Three Days. However, Seth doesn't intend to simply stand by and watch. He is going to remind her of the man she married.
This is a short novella after Crash Into You. It's very steamy and hot. Even though it is a short story there is so much packed into it. It is a hot little read I enjoyed very much!
This is a short novella after Crash Into You. It's very steamy and hot. Even though it is a short story there is so much packed into it. It is a hot little read I enjoyed very much!
June 26, 2017
What happens when a marriage seems to have run its course? Give up or Give it your all?
Still Into You is a novella that falls between books one and two in the Loving on the Edge series. Like most of the books in this series, it works well as a standalone or out of order.
I love how this author addresses all kinds of relationships in her series. This is a mature marriage on shaky ground. Seth masterfully sets aside his fears and his own desires to make Leila's fantasies come true no matter what and Leila slowly realizes that the fulfillment of her fantasies was closer than she thought.
This was short, spicy, and deeply satisfying in its fully developed plot and characters. It's been a while since I read anything from this series and I am so glad I went back for this short novella. Worth it! If you like spicy and maybe a bit of kink, give this one a go.
Still Into You is a novella that falls between books one and two in the Loving on the Edge series. Like most of the books in this series, it works well as a standalone or out of order.
I love how this author addresses all kinds of relationships in her series. This is a mature marriage on shaky ground. Seth masterfully sets aside his fears and his own desires to make Leila's fantasies come true no matter what and Leila slowly realizes that the fulfillment of her fantasies was closer than she thought.
This was short, spicy, and deeply satisfying in its fully developed plot and characters. It's been a while since I read anything from this series and I am so glad I went back for this short novella. Worth it! If you like spicy and maybe a bit of kink, give this one a go.
June 19, 2012
Reading this book reminded me of why I loved "Crash Into You" so much: Roni Loren can write. The characters are three-dimensional, the conflict crackles on the page, and the style immerses you in the story world. Seth and Leila are dealing with a struggle most of us can relate to: keeping the passion alive in their marriage when the stress and demands of everyday life drain their energy. Seth equates being a good husband with being a good provider, but he doesn't recognize that his long hours at work leave Leila feeling neglected. Like all good novels, this book finds the universal in the specific: by giving us a good story about this fully realized couple, it helps us see ourselves better.
November 10, 2014
It's official. Roni Loren is my favorite erotic romance author. This girl knows how to write a story that is not only smoking hot, but she always brings a realism, an honesty, that tugs at my heart and makes me really care about her characters. I've read all of her books and, even though it's a novella, I have to say this one is my favorite.
These people are REAL. The way they felt, the struggles they faced, the desires they feared... all of it rang true to me. I read the last third of the book with stars in my eyes, my heart was so full of the way they cared for one another. To be able to do that in the length of a novella is pure mastery.
If Roni Loren were to write on a bar napkin, I'd buy it. Nuff said.
These people are REAL. The way they felt, the struggles they faced, the desires they feared... all of it rang true to me. I read the last third of the book with stars in my eyes, my heart was so full of the way they cared for one another. To be able to do that in the length of a novella is pure mastery.
If Roni Loren were to write on a bar napkin, I'd buy it. Nuff said.
June 13, 2012
I loved this story! It's so different and refreshing to read about a married couple trying to liven up their marriage. I really liked getting to know these characters. Loved the outdoor sex scene, very sensual!
I'm pretty new to erotic romance, and Roni is becoming a must read for me. Devoured it in one afternoon, and I cannot WAIT for her next book!
I'm pretty new to erotic romance, and Roni is becoming a must read for me. Devoured it in one afternoon, and I cannot WAIT for her next book!
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