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Masters of Ménage #3
Their Virgin Concubine
The country of Bezakistan – renowned for its wealth and the beauty of its deserts
Piper Glen is thrilled when Rafe and Kade al Mussad ask her to visit their country on a business trip. Madly attracted to both, the virginal secretary knows that neither of her intensely handsome bosses desires her. But every night she dreams of having them both in her bed, fulfilling her every need.
Rafe and Kade have finally found the perfect woman in Piper. Sweet and funny. Intelligent and strong. Before they can reveal their feelings, the brothers must fulfill an ancient tradition. Every sheikh must steal his bride and share her with his brothers. They have thirty days to convince Piper to love them all forever.
The country of Bezakistan – notorious for its danger…
Sheikh Talib al Mussad knows his villainous cousin seeks to take his throne. If Talib and his brothers fail to convince the beautiful Piper to love them, all will be lost. After meeting Piper, he knows he would risk everything to possess her heart.
Khalil al Bashir has long coveted his cousin’s rule. Without a bride to seal their birthright, his every wish will come true. If Piper falls for them, he will lose everything but Piper can’t love them if she’s dead…
Piper Glen is thrilled when Rafe and Kade al Mussad ask her to visit their country on a business trip. Madly attracted to both, the virginal secretary knows that neither of her intensely handsome bosses desires her. But every night she dreams of having them both in her bed, fulfilling her every need.
Rafe and Kade have finally found the perfect woman in Piper. Sweet and funny. Intelligent and strong. Before they can reveal their feelings, the brothers must fulfill an ancient tradition. Every sheikh must steal his bride and share her with his brothers. They have thirty days to convince Piper to love them all forever.
The country of Bezakistan – notorious for its danger…
Sheikh Talib al Mussad knows his villainous cousin seeks to take his throne. If Talib and his brothers fail to convince the beautiful Piper to love them, all will be lost. After meeting Piper, he knows he would risk everything to possess her heart.
Khalil al Bashir has long coveted his cousin’s rule. Without a bride to seal their birthright, his every wish will come true. If Piper falls for them, he will lose everything but Piper can’t love them if she’s dead…
296 pages, ebook
First published September 8, 2012
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Shayla Black
150 books9,994 followersShayla Black is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than 100 contemporary, erotic, paranormal, and historical romances. Her books have sold millions of copies and been published in a dozen languages.
As an only child, Shayla occupied herself by daydreaming, much to the chagrin of her teachers. In college, she found her love for reading and started pursuing a publishing career. Though she graduated with a degree in Marketing/Advertising and embarked on a stint in corporate America, her heart was with her stories and characters, so she left her pantyhose and power suits behind.
Shayla currently lives in North Texas with her wonderfully supportive husband, her daughter, and two spoiled tabbies. In her “free” time, she enjoys reality TV, gaming, and listening to an eclectic blend of music.
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As an only child, Shayla occupied herself by daydreaming, much to the chagrin of her teachers. In college, she found her love for reading and started pursuing a publishing career. Though she graduated with a degree in Marketing/Advertising and embarked on a stint in corporate America, her heart was with her stories and characters, so she left her pantyhose and power suits behind.
Shayla currently lives in North Texas with her wonderfully supportive husband, her daughter, and two spoiled tabbies. In her “free” time, she enjoys reality TV, gaming, and listening to an eclectic blend of music.
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November 5, 2019
The story of cinderela (Pandora) and her harem, the three princes (Al Mussad brothers) of Bezakistan who need to find a wife soon otherwise they will lose their throne. Kade was definitely my favourite because I always liked men with a good sense of humor.
Happy story, everyone is happy, the end is happy, lots of smiles. What else do you need to escape for a few hours?
If it wasn't a menage, it would probably have been be a Harlequin Presents' book.
My favourite quote from the book:
"Don't worry. If you spill your wine (on the plane seat), they just buy you a new plane"
Happy story, everyone is happy, the end is happy, lots of smiles. What else do you need to escape for a few hours?
If it wasn't a menage, it would probably have been be a Harlequin Presents' book.
My favourite quote from the book:
"Don't worry. If you spill your wine (on the plane seat), they just buy you a new plane"
November 20, 2014
Will I never learn my lesson with this series? Another book that had potential but was poorly executed.
Even if the premise was more than ridiculous, (A sheik and his two prince brothers, by law, must share one bride and the oldest brother must be married by his 35th birthday or lose the crown to his villainous cousin - not one of the princes), I could've gotten past that if only the authors would've had better character development . . . or something.
Seriously why does it always seem in these books with three dudes that two of them are just an accessory for the one the author focuses on the most?
And I find it a little insulting that the authors felt that they needed to westernize this three Middle-Eastern men in order for them to appeal to readers. Even if they had an English mother to go with their four fathers, I think they'd still be more strongly influenced by the culture they were raised in.
As for the heroine, she's another instance of author(s) claiming that their heroine is highly intelligent, but not showing it in her thoughts. Actually, her feelings of inadequacy and clumsiness were not in the least bit endearing. But I guess I never was the type of female to think the disaster that was Bridget Jones was cute.
But whatever, now I have to decide whether or not to get sucked into reading the fourth book of the series. The blurbs sound good, but you can never judge a book by its blurb. Alea was a sad character in book 3, so her getting a HEA in 4 would be nice.
Even if the premise was more than ridiculous, (A sheik and his two prince brothers, by law, must share one bride and the oldest brother must be married by his 35th birthday or lose the crown to his villainous cousin - not one of the princes), I could've gotten past that if only the authors would've had better character development . . . or something.
Seriously why does it always seem in these books with three dudes that two of them are just an accessory for the one the author focuses on the most?
And I find it a little insulting that the authors felt that they needed to westernize this three Middle-Eastern men in order for them to appeal to readers. Even if they had an English mother to go with their four fathers, I think they'd still be more strongly influenced by the culture they were raised in.
As for the heroine, she's another instance of author(s) claiming that their heroine is highly intelligent, but not showing it in her thoughts. Actually, her feelings of inadequacy and clumsiness were not in the least bit endearing. But I guess I never was the type of female to think the disaster that was Bridget Jones was cute.
But whatever, now I have to decide whether or not to get sucked into reading the fourth book of the series. The blurbs sound good, but you can never judge a book by its blurb. Alea was a sad character in book 3, so her getting a HEA in 4 would be nice.
May 28, 2025
I have been enjoying this series, this book included! There's intrigue and suspense, heartache, sizzle, and so much sass! Piper Glen brings the sheikh, Tal al Mussad, and his brothers Kade and Rafe to their knees. Of course, she promptly creates a mini disaster, living up to her nickname, Pandora. I love how she puts them each in their place, time and time again. At the same time, they show her love, patience, and dominance, where appropriate.
I liked the narrator, Serena Daniels. I look forward to enjoying the next book soon. Very soon.
Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
I liked the narrator, Serena Daniels. I look forward to enjoying the next book soon. Very soon.
Story: 4 stars
Narration: 4 stars
January 20, 2015
3 Hot-as-Hell stars - ฮอตมากๆ เรต 20+ ยังน้อยไป อ่านแล้วความดันพรุ่งปรี๊ดดดดด ความฮอตให้ 5 ดาว เนื้อเรื่องให้ 2 ดาวพอ เพราะมันช่างเพ้อฝันและแฟร์รี่เทลล์มากเลยเล่มนี้ จากหญิงสาวธรรมดาต้องกลายเป็นภรรยาของสามีทั้งสามคน แต่ก็ตามมาตรฐานของ Shayla คือต้องมีพระเอกคนนึงที่มีบาดแผลทางจิตใจจนยอมรับความรักของนางเอก(ผู้น่าสงสาร)ไม่ได้ ซึ่งที่จริงก็รักมาก อารมณ์ประมาณรักนะแต่ไม่แสดงออก ดังนั้นชายอีกสองคนจึงต้องทำให้พี่ชายของพวกเขายอมรับนางเอกให้ได้ พลอตแบบนี้แทบจะก็อปเล่ม Their Virgin Captive มาเลยแหละ
แต่เราจะบ้าตายจริงๆกับตรรกะแปลกๆบางอย่างของตัวละครในเล่ม โดยเฉพาะทัลที่รักไพเพอร์ แต่ก็จะให้คนอื่นรู้ไม่ได้ เพราะไพเพอร์จะตกอยู่ในอันตรายจากพวกหัวรุนแรง มันก็วนไปวนมาตรงนี้แหละเกือบทั้งเล่ม เนื้อเรื่องแทบจะหมุนรอบอีตาทัลคนเดียวเลยนั่นแหละ จนเคดและราฟกลายเป็นตัวประกอบไปเลย
ตอนท้ายอีก ตอนที่ผู้ชายทั้งสามมาหาไพเพอร์และขอโทษเธอ เธอก็เล่นตัวเป็นพิธีนะ แล้วพูดว่า "Yes.Yes.Yes.I love you all so much.Please kiss me." ... เรานี่แทบจะทำ kindle หลุดจากมือ จากนั้นก็หัวเราะในความบ้าของนางเอก สามวิที่แล้วเธอยังคร่ำครวญเสียใจเพราะจะไม่ได้พบหน้าผู้ชายของเธออีก พอผู้ชายโผล่มาหาเธอ อารมณ์เรานี่พลิกจากหน้ามือเป็นหลังมือเลยเชี๊ยะ 555
เล่มนี้อ่านเอาฮอตเป็นพอ ตอนแรกหวังว่าเนื้อเรื่องจะฟู่ฟ่าหรูหรากว่านี้ แต่ที่ไหนได้ วนไปวนมาตรงจุดเดิมๆจนแทบไม่มีอะไร แต่เราสนใจเล่มหน้านะ เจ้าหญิงกับองครักษ์ทั้งสาม ...
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แต่เราจะบ้าตายจริงๆกับตรรกะแปลกๆบางอย่างของตัวละครในเล่ม โดยเฉพาะทัลที่รักไพเพอร์ แต่ก็จะให้คนอื่นรู้ไม่ได้ เพราะไพเพอร์จะตกอยู่ในอันตรายจากพวกหัวรุนแรง มันก็วนไปวนมาตรงนี้แหละเกือบทั้งเล่ม เนื้อเรื่องแทบจะหมุนรอบอีตาทัลคนเดียวเลยนั่นแหละ จนเคดและราฟกลายเป็นตัวประกอบไปเลย
ตอนท้ายอีก ตอนที่ผู้ชายทั้งสามมาหาไพเพอร์และขอโทษเธอ เธอก็เล่นตัวเป็นพิธีนะ แล้วพูดว่า "Yes.Yes.Yes.I love you all so much.Please kiss me." ... เรานี่แทบจะทำ kindle หลุดจากมือ จากนั้นก็หัวเราะในความบ้าของนางเอก สามวิที่แล้วเธอยังคร่ำครวญเสียใจเพราะจะไม่ได้พบหน้าผู้ชายของเธออีก พอผู้ชายโผล่มาหาเธอ อารมณ์เรานี่พลิกจากหน้ามือเป็นหลังมือเลยเชี๊ยะ 555
เล่มนี้อ่านเอาฮอตเป็นพอ ตอนแรกหวังว่าเนื้อเรื่องจะฟู่ฟ่าหรูหรากว่านี้ แต่ที่ไหนได้ วนไปวนมาตรงจุดเดิมๆจนแทบไม่มีอะไร แต่เราสนใจเล่มหน้านะ เจ้าหญิงกับองครักษ์ทั้งสาม ...
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December 22, 2016
"With shaking hands, she walked to the shower."
October 29, 2018
Umm 2 principes y 1 jaque, curioso, curioso. En general mucho más drama del necesario, los principes son adorables pero Talib me saca de quisio.
September 12, 2012
First and foremost I want to say "I loved this book"
Now on to my review. This is the third book in the series which can be read as a standalone although a few cameo appearances do occur from characters from previous installments but only superficially and do not meaningfully affect any part of the book.
The Sheik of Bezakistan and his two brothers are on the hunt for a concubine and find her in one Piper Glen, an employee of the Black Oak Oil Co. located in Texas, USA. In the age old tradition of their ancestors it is necessary to kidnap their chosen and keep her for thirty days at which point she can decide to be their bride or terminate the relationship. They successfully get her to their palace and proceed to show her the benefits of having three men in her bed. But. There are those who don't want to see a successful royal marriage occur and feel justified in using whatever means possible to get Piper to renounce the three and reject them when the thirty days are up.
I absolutely love the writing style of these two authors. They have a way of writing a suspense adventure tale with awesome erotic scenes that blew me away. This was a modern slant on the fairy tale kidnapping of women by desert sheikhs of the past that was sweet yet addictable. The instant attraction that occured between the central characters and their inability to keep their hands off each other kept me on the edge of my seat waiting for the three to get to the good stuff as those darn authors kept me hanging with the start/stop bedroom scenes, but, it was so worth it when it finally happened.
Additionally, there is an adventure/suspense format to this tale with a story line twist that features factors in play that don't want the four to have their HEA ending. The obvious source is not as clear cut as is first revealed so trying to guess how the ending would play out gave this book added appeal.
Lastly, I do want to mention that the erotica scenes, which are m-f-m-m are HAWT, delicious, and sensual, with BDSM elements of the sugarkink quality that enhanced the story instead of seemingly to be inserted into random parts as an afterthought.
I do see the set-up for the next book in this series which means this series will continue and hope Piper, Talib, Kadir, & Rafiq will make an appearance when Alea's story is told.
Now on to my review. This is the third book in the series which can be read as a standalone although a few cameo appearances do occur from characters from previous installments but only superficially and do not meaningfully affect any part of the book.
The Sheik of Bezakistan and his two brothers are on the hunt for a concubine and find her in one Piper Glen, an employee of the Black Oak Oil Co. located in Texas, USA. In the age old tradition of their ancestors it is necessary to kidnap their chosen and keep her for thirty days at which point she can decide to be their bride or terminate the relationship. They successfully get her to their palace and proceed to show her the benefits of having three men in her bed. But. There are those who don't want to see a successful royal marriage occur and feel justified in using whatever means possible to get Piper to renounce the three and reject them when the thirty days are up.
I absolutely love the writing style of these two authors. They have a way of writing a suspense adventure tale with awesome erotic scenes that blew me away. This was a modern slant on the fairy tale kidnapping of women by desert sheikhs of the past that was sweet yet addictable. The instant attraction that occured between the central characters and their inability to keep their hands off each other kept me on the edge of my seat waiting for the three to get to the good stuff as those darn authors kept me hanging with the start/stop bedroom scenes, but, it was so worth it when it finally happened.
Additionally, there is an adventure/suspense format to this tale with a story line twist that features factors in play that don't want the four to have their HEA ending. The obvious source is not as clear cut as is first revealed so trying to guess how the ending would play out gave this book added appeal.
Lastly, I do want to mention that the erotica scenes, which are m-f-m-m are HAWT, delicious, and sensual, with BDSM elements of the sugarkink quality that enhanced the story instead of seemingly to be inserted into random parts as an afterthought.
I do see the set-up for the next book in this series which means this series will continue and hope Piper, Talib, Kadir, & Rafiq will make an appearance when Alea's story is told.
July 19, 2016
All of these "captive virgin" books are the same...Fun, smexy goodness.
Who hasn't fantasized about being in a hot man meat sandwich with all the fixings? Well, these books give that to you. In spades.
Try not to hurt your head with particulars like believability and reality. There's not much of that...but there's a ton of sex, a little light BDSM, and a whole lot of testosterone.
Who hasn't fantasized about being in a hot man meat sandwich with all the fixings? Well, these books give that to you. In spades.
Try not to hurt your head with particulars like believability and reality. There's not much of that...but there's a ton of sex, a little light BDSM, and a whole lot of testosterone.
November 14, 2015
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This book surprised me. I was expecting to be completely put off by it due to my jumping book 2, but I have realized that you can read each individually and make sense of all stories, at least a bit; they have stuff in common. FMMM. But I have yet to find a book with similar plot somewhere, but yes, this is the first (or second) I have found that follows such a line.
Piper wants to save the world with clean energy, and harboring a powerful crush on a faceless man from across the world. It all, might turn her world upside down. She is a klutz, she's shy, she's intelligent, she's a virgin (duh, that's the title of the book anyway!), and she's crazy to settle to being her desired version of herself. She might get her wish! Without mentioning the two hot stuff that went to collect her into a stealing marriage without her knowledge. There are twists you might already acknowledged from the first two chapters without knowing. Tal, Rafe,and Kade will make a whole lot of mess within lies and true feelings that you'll want to punch them for their naïveté and lack of... something. You gotta read it.
There is also some power advice within, such as this one:
The quadruple POV will make any dual POV lover weak in the knees. Yup! That's your high, if you are like me. Also, surprisingly, this book didn't feel forced.
This book surprised me. I was expecting to be completely put off by it due to my jumping book 2, but I have realized that you can read each individually and make sense of all stories, at least a bit; they have stuff in common. FMMM. But I have yet to find a book with similar plot somewhere, but yes, this is the first (or second) I have found that follows such a line.
Piper wants to save the world with clean energy, and harboring a powerful crush on a faceless man from across the world. It all, might turn her world upside down. She is a klutz, she's shy, she's intelligent, she's a virgin (duh, that's the title of the book anyway!), and she's crazy to settle to being her desired version of herself. She might get her wish! Without mentioning the two hot stuff that went to collect her into a stealing marriage without her knowledge. There are twists you might already acknowledged from the first two chapters without knowing. Tal, Rafe,and Kade will make a whole lot of mess within lies and true feelings that you'll want to punch them for their naïveté and lack of... something. You gotta read it.
There is also some power advice within, such as this one:
"Do not be afraid to try. Do not be afraid to fail. Be afraid to simply exist never knowing either the high of success or the low of failure.”
The quadruple POV will make any dual POV lover weak in the knees. Yup! That's your high, if you are like me. Also, surprisingly, this book didn't feel forced.
February 20, 2013
2.5 stars from me.
I will keep this short.
Not sure what I thought of the story. I didn't really like how the characters were developed.
I swear it seems the whole book happened over the course of like maybe 3 weeks? Perhaps not even that long I'm too frustrated with this book for my review to even make any sense. Ugh!
Okay I didn't keep this short :P
I will keep this short.
Not sure what I thought of the story. I didn't really like how the characters were developed.
I swear it seems the whole book happened over the course of like maybe 3 weeks? Perhaps not even that long I'm too frustrated with this book for my review to even make any sense. Ugh!
Okay I didn't keep this short :P
July 15, 2015
This menage romance had a really interesting premise. The Sheikh had been tortured years ago, and, for realistic reasons, chose forever after not to fall in love. Unfortunately, the backwards laws of their strange country required the Sheikh to be married by his 35th birthday, and he and his brothers had to share a wife. So he chose a wife for them that he liked, but who he didn't think he would love. He chose a woman he spoke to over the phone and computer, but never met in person. She really, really liked him, too, and he never told her he was the Sheikh.
The heroine is a brilliant economist who has had a hard-working life. She never got around to having sex, because she had to take care of her little sister when they were orphaned when she was 18. She finds out she has to go to the strange country, and she looks forward to meeting her long-distance friend. She met the Sheikh's brothers, who are hot, and she decides they are the ones to have her first sexual experience with. She doesn't know they are taking her to their home for all of them to marry her.
It continues like this. It is a bit crazy, a lot fun and a lot hot. I liked all the characters, especially the heroine. She is smart and strong. I really enjoyed it.
The heroine is a brilliant economist who has had a hard-working life. She never got around to having sex, because she had to take care of her little sister when they were orphaned when she was 18. She finds out she has to go to the strange country, and she looks forward to meeting her long-distance friend. She met the Sheikh's brothers, who are hot, and she decides they are the ones to have her first sexual experience with. She doesn't know they are taking her to their home for all of them to marry her.
It continues like this. It is a bit crazy, a lot fun and a lot hot. I liked all the characters, especially the heroine. She is smart and strong. I really enjoyed it.
April 9, 2015
Interesante jeje bueno no me gustó lo del BDSM porque me tiene harta ese tema y Tal me tenía harta con su negación, Kade y Rafe están bien, esos dos se complementaron bien en la relación con Piper.
Bueno, Piper estoy entre me gustó y no, es que me daba bronca que fuera tan condescendiente, me hubiera gustado que los haga sufrir más sobretodo a Tal porque
a veces la trataba mal pero estaba como si nada y ella lo aceptaba.
Me gustó el final pero me hubiera gustado más acción con Khalil y sufrimiento para Tal jaja.
No está mal el libro, entretiene y bueno está muy bien escrito como todo lo de Shayla!
Http://ClaryWayland.blogspot.com
Bueno, Piper estoy entre me gustó y no, es que me daba bronca que fuera tan condescendiente, me hubiera gustado que los haga sufrir más sobretodo a Tal porque
a veces la trataba mal pero estaba como si nada y ella lo aceptaba.
Me gustó el final pero me hubiera gustado más acción con Khalil y sufrimiento para Tal jaja.
No está mal el libro, entretiene y bueno está muy bien escrito como todo lo de Shayla!
Http://ClaryWayland.blogspot.com
October 15, 2012
I liked this book but I could have loved it. It just ended and I was like "That's it?" I can't stand it when they don't have an epiloge it really pisses me off. There wasn't as much sex scenes as the previous book but they were def steamy. I like this series. I'd love it if they did a book with Alea and the bodyguards. You could sense that something was up with them. So any way decent quick read. Love the brothers.
September 28, 2013
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March 9, 2018
Aquí definitivamente los personajes tienen sus momentos, en algunos son unos genios y en otros unos idiotas, pero igual vale por ciertas escenas más que interesantes que se forman con eso.
Piper es una mujer que parece dulce y maleable al principio, pero pronto los hermanos al Mussad se dan cuenta que no es tan así, y ella sabe darles pelea.
Las situaciones dramática no me resultaron tan llegadoras como las anteriores de la saga, pero tienen sus méritos al poner en evidencia a los ex SEAL que son guardaespaldas personales del jeque, y que espero ver pronto en una historia de esta saga.
A esta altura es más que probable que me sepa la fórmula de la trama, pero la historia me entretuvo como para leerla en dos días y no alargarla por semanas, jaja. Probablemente las siguientes entregas terminen conquistándome, exclusivamente si los personajes me gustan bastante.
Piper es una mujer que parece dulce y maleable al principio, pero pronto los hermanos al Mussad se dan cuenta que no es tan así, y ella sabe darles pelea.
Las situaciones dramática no me resultaron tan llegadoras como las anteriores de la saga, pero tienen sus méritos al poner en evidencia a los ex SEAL que son guardaespaldas personales del jeque, y que espero ver pronto en una historia de esta saga.
A esta altura es más que probable que me sepa la fórmula de la trama, pero la historia me entretuvo como para leerla en dos días y no alargarla por semanas, jaja. Probablemente las siguientes entregas terminen conquistándome, exclusivamente si los personajes me gustan bastante.
October 11, 2012
The country of Bezakistan – renowned for its wealth and the beauty of its deserts
Piper Glen is thrilled when Rafe and Kade al Mussad ask her to visit their country on a business trip. Madly attracted to both, the virginal secretary knows that neither of her intensely handsome bosses desires her. But every night she dreams of having them both in her bed, fulfilling her every need.
Rafe and Kade have finally found the perfect woman in Piper. Sweet and funny. Intelligent and strong. Before they can reveal their feelings, the brothers must fulfill an ancient tradition. Every sheikh must steal his bride and share her with his brothers. They have thirty days to convince Piper to love them all forever.
The country of Bezakistan – notorious for its danger…
Sheikh Talib al Mussad knows his villainous cousin seeks to take his throne. If Talib and his brothers fail to convince the beautiful Piper to love them, all will be lost. After meeting Piper, he knows he would risk everything to possess her heart.
Khalil al Bashir has long coveted his cousin’s rule. Without a bride to seal their birthright, his every wish will come true. If Piper falls for them, he will lose everything but Piper can’t love them if she’s dead.
Oh how I have looked forward to each installment in the Masters of Ménage series. Each book has been a treat to read and the way they work in the romance genre tropes of the “80’s is a delight! I especially looked forward to this book for several reasons. The glimpses we caught of the brothers in previous installments whet my appetite sure but it is the time honored “sheik’s kidnapped bride” trope that I was giddy about. When I first started reading Harlequin, Silhouette, and Zebra Historical books at the tender age of 11, “sheik’s kidnapped bride” books were my absolute favorite. Something about the thought of a dashing man sweeping me across the desert on a stallion…anyway…I digress.
Today I am here to talk about Their Virgin Concubine. This book is just as good as the first two, although I did like it just a teensy bit more for the aforementioned reasons. I loved the character of Piper and even found she was a bit of a kindred spirit. I too have been known to create chaos wherever I go although my nickname (given to me by my kids) is a bit more contemporary: Bella. So I totally empathized with “Pandora”. I loved her adorable clumsiness. And let’s not even get me started on the fabulously sexy al Mussad brothers. They are enough to make any girl drool. The evil cousin was devious and cruel. I wanted to take him out myself. I found myself yelling at the book several times, especially when Piper was trusting enough to take tea with Khalil.
I am constantly amazed at how Shayla Black and Lexi Blake manage to take the old and make it new and exciting to read. I am never disappointed by one of their stories. It makes me giddy when I see their names on a book. So, for gosh sakes, if you haven’t already read this book, what the heck are you waiting for!?
Piper Glen is thrilled when Rafe and Kade al Mussad ask her to visit their country on a business trip. Madly attracted to both, the virginal secretary knows that neither of her intensely handsome bosses desires her. But every night she dreams of having them both in her bed, fulfilling her every need.
Rafe and Kade have finally found the perfect woman in Piper. Sweet and funny. Intelligent and strong. Before they can reveal their feelings, the brothers must fulfill an ancient tradition. Every sheikh must steal his bride and share her with his brothers. They have thirty days to convince Piper to love them all forever.
The country of Bezakistan – notorious for its danger…
Sheikh Talib al Mussad knows his villainous cousin seeks to take his throne. If Talib and his brothers fail to convince the beautiful Piper to love them, all will be lost. After meeting Piper, he knows he would risk everything to possess her heart.
Khalil al Bashir has long coveted his cousin’s rule. Without a bride to seal their birthright, his every wish will come true. If Piper falls for them, he will lose everything but Piper can’t love them if she’s dead.
Oh how I have looked forward to each installment in the Masters of Ménage series. Each book has been a treat to read and the way they work in the romance genre tropes of the “80’s is a delight! I especially looked forward to this book for several reasons. The glimpses we caught of the brothers in previous installments whet my appetite sure but it is the time honored “sheik’s kidnapped bride” trope that I was giddy about. When I first started reading Harlequin, Silhouette, and Zebra Historical books at the tender age of 11, “sheik’s kidnapped bride” books were my absolute favorite. Something about the thought of a dashing man sweeping me across the desert on a stallion…anyway…I digress.
Today I am here to talk about Their Virgin Concubine. This book is just as good as the first two, although I did like it just a teensy bit more for the aforementioned reasons. I loved the character of Piper and even found she was a bit of a kindred spirit. I too have been known to create chaos wherever I go although my nickname (given to me by my kids) is a bit more contemporary: Bella. So I totally empathized with “Pandora”. I loved her adorable clumsiness. And let’s not even get me started on the fabulously sexy al Mussad brothers. They are enough to make any girl drool. The evil cousin was devious and cruel. I wanted to take him out myself. I found myself yelling at the book several times, especially when Piper was trusting enough to take tea with Khalil.
I am constantly amazed at how Shayla Black and Lexi Blake manage to take the old and make it new and exciting to read. I am never disappointed by one of their stories. It makes me giddy when I see their names on a book. So, for gosh sakes, if you haven’t already read this book, what the heck are you waiting for!?
March 31, 2014
INSATIABLY SEDUCTIVE---ADVENTURE, MYSTERIOUSLY FANTASTIC, JOY-RIDE!! 20 STARS!
**WHO WOULDN'T LEAP INTO THE UNKNOWN w/3 RAVISHINGLY, FAMISHED ALPHA-MALES!**
Piper Glen, an ordinary, lonely klutz, who's a researcher for Black Oak Oil, is whisked off to an exotic foreign land, full of mystical intrigue, secrecy, and above all unadulterated passion with three of the most sought-after men on the planet.
Crown Prince's, of Bezakistan, Rafiq, Kadir, & Talib al Mussad, must secure their birthright, capture a concubine and seduce her for a complete month. By the end of that time period, hopefully she will be willing to marry all three of them. However, time is running out, six months to be exact, and Tal must choose quickly, for if he doesn't his evil/conspiring cousin Kahlil, will try to overturn parliament, and abolish what is considers a barbaric practice for acquiring a wife/queen.
Piper is this uncorrupt angel, a Diamond-in-the-Ruff, who the al Mussad men lustfully desired upon as no one else. She is their Pandora, who was bestowed upon them. Will Rafe, Kade, & Tal, convince Piper to stay and help rule their country? Or will the pressure of fulfilling a role she might not be ready for, drive a wedge between them all? Also, there is deception and treachery at every turn, who can be trusted to protect royalty?
It possessed EVERY SINGLE ASPECT I ENJOY w/reading romance. For example, at times I felt as though I was reading historical with a multitude of sensual, gentle, amorous gratification that was in an abundance within the pages of this novel. The eroticism was beyond a doubt mind-blowing. It was also fascinating, with its seize-the-moment suspenseful action, that had me absolutely captured. My time is extremely precious for I'm constantly around my children; however, this book I couldn't move away from even if I wanted to!
I've been searching for a story-line like this for years, ever since I began writing reviews. I was told by good friends of mine, that when Ms. Black & Ms. Blake write together it is phenomenal, well they were right! IT WAS SPECTACULAR, I WAS BLOWN-AWAY!! I WOULD UNDOUBTEDLY RECOMMEND THIS NOVEL, 20 STARS & MORE!!
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Other Recommendations:
"Colters' Woman (Colters' Legacy, #1)," by Maya Banks
"Brazen," by Maya Banks
"Long Hard Ride, (Rough Rides, #1)," by Lorelei James
"Their One & Only," by Trista Ann Michaels
"Anything He Wants: Castaway #1-4," by Sara Fawkes
**WHO WOULDN'T LEAP INTO THE UNKNOWN w/3 RAVISHINGLY, FAMISHED ALPHA-MALES!**
Piper Glen, an ordinary, lonely klutz, who's a researcher for Black Oak Oil, is whisked off to an exotic foreign land, full of mystical intrigue, secrecy, and above all unadulterated passion with three of the most sought-after men on the planet.
Crown Prince's, of Bezakistan, Rafiq, Kadir, & Talib al Mussad, must secure their birthright, capture a concubine and seduce her for a complete month. By the end of that time period, hopefully she will be willing to marry all three of them. However, time is running out, six months to be exact, and Tal must choose quickly, for if he doesn't his evil/conspiring cousin Kahlil, will try to overturn parliament, and abolish what is considers a barbaric practice for acquiring a wife/queen.
Piper is this uncorrupt angel, a Diamond-in-the-Ruff, who the al Mussad men lustfully desired upon as no one else. She is their Pandora, who was bestowed upon them. Will Rafe, Kade, & Tal, convince Piper to stay and help rule their country? Or will the pressure of fulfilling a role she might not be ready for, drive a wedge between them all? Also, there is deception and treachery at every turn, who can be trusted to protect royalty?
It possessed EVERY SINGLE ASPECT I ENJOY w/reading romance. For example, at times I felt as though I was reading historical with a multitude of sensual, gentle, amorous gratification that was in an abundance within the pages of this novel. The eroticism was beyond a doubt mind-blowing. It was also fascinating, with its seize-the-moment suspenseful action, that had me absolutely captured. My time is extremely precious for I'm constantly around my children; however, this book I couldn't move away from even if I wanted to!
I've been searching for a story-line like this for years, ever since I began writing reviews. I was told by good friends of mine, that when Ms. Black & Ms. Blake write together it is phenomenal, well they were right! IT WAS SPECTACULAR, I WAS BLOWN-AWAY!! I WOULD UNDOUBTEDLY RECOMMEND THIS NOVEL, 20 STARS & MORE!!
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Other Recommendations:
"Colters' Woman (Colters' Legacy, #1)," by Maya Banks
"Brazen," by Maya Banks
"Long Hard Ride, (Rough Rides, #1)," by Lorelei James
"Their One & Only," by Trista Ann Michaels
"Anything He Wants: Castaway #1-4," by Sara Fawkes
February 17, 2013
Bezakistan laws state that The Sheikh, Talib al Mussad and his two brothers Rafe & Kade must steal and live with their chosen bride for 30 days. And she must agree to marry them at the end of the 30 days. They are also running out of time. They have less than 6 months left and an evil cousin will stop at nothing to rule the throne. While I felt that both Rafe & Kade were equally in love with Piper. To me it came across as more of a Talib & Piper story in some ways. Talib had a lot to overcome because of a past kidnapping and what he experienced during that time. Because of those experience's he feels he can never love and will make a point of never loving a woman.
Piper also known as Pandora, because small catastrophe's seem to follow where she goes. Piper has grown up fast in life, when her and her sister lost both parents at a young age. Piper raised her 14 year old sister. Put herself through college and is now helping her sister go through college. She works at Black Oak Oil on a green energy project for Bezakistan. She works closely with Tal, over the phone and through emails not knowing he is actually Sheikh Talib. Talib has sent his two brothers to bring Piper back to their country. But he has no idea what awaits them all. She looks nothing like the mousey grainy picture they have of her. She also is no one's fool. I really loved Piper's character she was smart, loyal, has a great heart and a total klutz!
There were also some very funny lines in this story which I loved. My idea romance book is great characters, locations, romance, sex and humor. This book hit most of those.
This was more than just a love story. There were kidnappings that had taking place and while they suspected one person, you never found out until close to the end of the story, what was really going on. If I had a complaint about the book it would be that they were using ex navy seals for security. And I feel they would have had answers faster and that some of the things that transpired at the state dinner would never have happened at all. Navy seal members are the best of the best. And I also feel the ending needed a little more or at least an Epilogue to wrap things up a little better.
Piper also known as Pandora, because small catastrophe's seem to follow where she goes. Piper has grown up fast in life, when her and her sister lost both parents at a young age. Piper raised her 14 year old sister. Put herself through college and is now helping her sister go through college. She works at Black Oak Oil on a green energy project for Bezakistan. She works closely with Tal, over the phone and through emails not knowing he is actually Sheikh Talib. Talib has sent his two brothers to bring Piper back to their country. But he has no idea what awaits them all. She looks nothing like the mousey grainy picture they have of her. She also is no one's fool. I really loved Piper's character she was smart, loyal, has a great heart and a total klutz!
There were also some very funny lines in this story which I loved. My idea romance book is great characters, locations, romance, sex and humor. This book hit most of those.
This was more than just a love story. There were kidnappings that had taking place and while they suspected one person, you never found out until close to the end of the story, what was really going on. If I had a complaint about the book it would be that they were using ex navy seals for security. And I feel they would have had answers faster and that some of the things that transpired at the state dinner would never have happened at all. Navy seal members are the best of the best. And I also feel the ending needed a little more or at least an Epilogue to wrap things up a little better.
April 13, 2014
There are some really silly premises upon which this book is based but if you can get past them you'll probably enjoy the book, I know I did. I haven't read a 'sheik' book since I was in my 20's when I was quite naive and I honestly didn't think I would ever read another one. If I had read this book back then, it would have rocked my world. Never having intended on reading another one, these 2 ladies 'talked' me into it, kicking and screaming and I loved it, both the K&S and the book. I'm planning on getting the rest of the series as my book budget allows. I've accidentally been reading them out of order, but I've still enjoyed them and didn't have any trouble picking up the story.
This is a lushly detailed book with super steamy sex scenes. I liked the characters and look forward to reading the secondary character's stories, which means they were well written enough to be intriguing to me. The heroine and lead hero were both strong and yet displayed their insecurities also. I'm pretty sure all of us have insecurities in certain situations no matter how confident we may be the rest of the time.
I do wish the 2 princes had been a little more fully realized, it did feel at times that they were just props in the story which is a real shame as I liked them so much in the beginning of the book. I also wasn't very fond of the ending but I can't tell you why I didn't like it without adding spoilers so I'll just say their HEA was a little too easily come by for me based on what went on in the rest of the story.
This book was a great way to spend an afternoon and I'm looking forward to the rest of the books in the series. Once I have them all I'll probably re-read them in the proper order. What a novel idea.
This is a lushly detailed book with super steamy sex scenes. I liked the characters and look forward to reading the secondary character's stories, which means they were well written enough to be intriguing to me. The heroine and lead hero were both strong and yet displayed their insecurities also. I'm pretty sure all of us have insecurities in certain situations no matter how confident we may be the rest of the time.
I do wish the 2 princes had been a little more fully realized, it did feel at times that they were just props in the story which is a real shame as I liked them so much in the beginning of the book. I also wasn't very fond of the ending but I can't tell you why I didn't like it without adding spoilers so I'll just say their HEA was a little too easily come by for me based on what went on in the rest of the story.
This book was a great way to spend an afternoon and I'm looking forward to the rest of the books in the series. Once I have them all I'll probably re-read them in the proper order. What a novel idea.
August 25, 2013
I have to confess that I'm not a big fan of books about Sheiks and that whole thing, but I am a HUGE fan of Lexi Blake and if anyone can get me to like a book about Sheiks and virgins, it would definitely be her. lol Not only did Lexi make me like this book...I LOVED LOVED LOVED it and it is definitely me new favorite of the series by far. lol I just absolutely loved everything about it right from the opening pages.
I was immediately drawn into the story through Rafe and Kade and especially Piper. I just loved her character. I loved her name and the fact that she was so clumsy. She was adorable. Rafe and Kade where so funny and I found myself laughing-out-loud through most of the book at their antics and the banter between the two of them and then with Tal. So much fun!! I loved that Dex had a small role in this book.
I loved how Piper, Rafe and Kade met and that Piper had been talking to Tal for awhile but didn't know it was him. I loved it when they all finally got together and I especially loved that Piper didn't take any crap from Tal and let him control her. Loved the ending.
Another great addition to the series filled with so much laughter and love that I never wanted it to end. Can't wait for more.
***Copy provided by Lexi Blake. Thanks Chloe :) 5 out of 5 rating
I was immediately drawn into the story through Rafe and Kade and especially Piper. I just loved her character. I loved her name and the fact that she was so clumsy. She was adorable. Rafe and Kade where so funny and I found myself laughing-out-loud through most of the book at their antics and the banter between the two of them and then with Tal. So much fun!! I loved that Dex had a small role in this book.
I loved how Piper, Rafe and Kade met and that Piper had been talking to Tal for awhile but didn't know it was him. I loved it when they all finally got together and I especially loved that Piper didn't take any crap from Tal and let him control her. Loved the ending.
Another great addition to the series filled with so much laughter and love that I never wanted it to end. Can't wait for more.
***Copy provided by Lexi Blake. Thanks Chloe :) 5 out of 5 rating
January 9, 2013
I wasn't sure about this one when I picked it up. These brother's kidnap a women to get her to marry them. It sounded a little too far fetched.
I did love how enchanted Rafe and Kade were with Piper. I also loved that Piper is a klutz, and not the most attractive woman in the world, more like a real person. I thought it was funny that Tal had a relationship with Piper, but kept secret just who he was. It allowed him to be a more "normal" person for once.
It was funny how the Black Oak guys responded to Rafe and Kade when they explained just what they wanted with Piper. The new boys got a stern talking to from the old boys and even a little advice, something they should have listened to more.
I was a little surprised what happened with Tal in the past, but can see why he acted the way he did, I just hated that by protecting himself he hurt Piper. It was a good thing that Rafe and Kade were there help soothe things over.
I wasn't real surprised with the events at the end of the book, and figured it was just what was needed to put Tal over the edge to get what he needed.
As I read, I found myself really intrigued by the bodyguards and the princess. I hope they are next up, as I would love to see it happen!
I did love how enchanted Rafe and Kade were with Piper. I also loved that Piper is a klutz, and not the most attractive woman in the world, more like a real person. I thought it was funny that Tal had a relationship with Piper, but kept secret just who he was. It allowed him to be a more "normal" person for once.
It was funny how the Black Oak guys responded to Rafe and Kade when they explained just what they wanted with Piper. The new boys got a stern talking to from the old boys and even a little advice, something they should have listened to more.
I was a little surprised what happened with Tal in the past, but can see why he acted the way he did, I just hated that by protecting himself he hurt Piper. It was a good thing that Rafe and Kade were there help soothe things over.
I wasn't real surprised with the events at the end of the book, and figured it was just what was needed to put Tal over the edge to get what he needed.
As I read, I found myself really intrigued by the bodyguards and the princess. I hope they are next up, as I would love to see it happen!
November 16, 2014
Decent first 80% of the book, though Tal was a total jerk, and she was waaaaaay too understanding. Last 20% was inexcusable. Why does the woman always have to be understanding and endlessly forgiving? .
I like that she was feisty earlier on the book, but I am really tired of the message from so many authors that for a woman to find and hold true love, she must be so forgiving and understanding and accept all kinds of crappy treatment. It's like the message is that a truly feminine woman deserving of love must be endlessly tolerant of poor treatment because, deep down, the man loves her and is working on real, manly issues.
I like that she was feisty earlier on the book, but I am really tired of the message from so many authors that for a woman to find and hold true love, she must be so forgiving and understanding and accept all kinds of crappy treatment. It's like the message is that a truly feminine woman deserving of love must be endlessly tolerant of poor treatment because, deep down, the man loves her and is working on real, manly issues.
March 5, 2013
So far, my favorite in the series.
It's quite easy to fall in love with the Masters of Menage, I mean, the men in Shayla & Lexi's stories. They are the men of our fantasies, the men who will move heaven and earth to be with their women, the men who will take bullet for their women.
Once again, Shayla and Lexi delivered the goods that make me a menage slut, the steamy sex scenes. They were not just having sex, they were making love. Piper, the female character, was put on a difficult and scary situation but given the same situation, I would also say yes to her men.
Tal's situation is very similar to Gavin in Book 1. Why do the eldest brothers always have the darkest past? I ended up liking them so much despite their angsty behavior with their women.
Again, my only complain is, just like the first book, there is only one scene of their threesome. I hope there was more!
It's quite easy to fall in love with the Masters of Menage, I mean, the men in Shayla & Lexi's stories. They are the men of our fantasies, the men who will move heaven and earth to be with their women, the men who will take bullet for their women.
Once again, Shayla and Lexi delivered the goods that make me a menage slut, the steamy sex scenes. They were not just having sex, they were making love. Piper, the female character, was put on a difficult and scary situation but given the same situation, I would also say yes to her men.
Tal's situation is very similar to Gavin in Book 1. Why do the eldest brothers always have the darkest past? I ended up liking them so much despite their angsty behavior with their women.
Again, my only complain is, just like the first book, there is only one scene of their threesome. I hope there was more!
April 29, 2014
This story was pure fantasy, straight out of the Cinderella fairy tale dressed up in contemporary erotic romance, with a dash of BDSM tossed in for flavoring. I enjoyed it, but I feel a bit manipulated by the fantasy formula. Credibility was stretched at regular intervals, yet still it was a fun read.
There wasn't a great depth of characterization, but I did like the female character in this one. Piper was smart, open to new experiences, and she used common sense rather than excessive pride in dealing with events in the story. She was also over the top perfect, a bit too good to be true. The three male characters were ridiculously wealthy, handsome, and fell in love at the drop of a hat. All in all a rather silly but enjoyable book.
There wasn't a great depth of characterization, but I did like the female character in this one. Piper was smart, open to new experiences, and she used common sense rather than excessive pride in dealing with events in the story. She was also over the top perfect, a bit too good to be true. The three male characters were ridiculously wealthy, handsome, and fell in love at the drop of a hat. All in all a rather silly but enjoyable book.
October 19, 2012
I did not like this and lost my patience with the characters about half way through. The story was too predictable - Piper was completely illogical - her younger sister Hannah has more sense than she does. The princes where indistinguishable and the suspense was weak.
This is Book 3 of the series. In my opinion, Their Virgin Captive is the best of the three.
This is Book 3 of the series. In my opinion, Their Virgin Captive is the best of the three.
July 5, 2013
You have to take these books for what they are - a fun, hot, smexy ride thru a completely unrealistic world where 3 totally hot princes must have the brilliant virgin.
No other woman has ever made these smoking hot uber wealthy men feel what they feel when they are with Piper. Altho one of them has had his heart ripped in pieces and can't get past what happened with a former lover. Can the young, naive, virgin get thru to him?
So, once you get past all that, it was a very quick read that had some hot sex and a plot that kept you interested in its outcome.
Perfect summer read. Enjoy!
No other woman has ever made these smoking hot uber wealthy men feel what they feel when they are with Piper. Altho one of them has had his heart ripped in pieces and can't get past what happened with a former lover. Can the young, naive, virgin get thru to him?
So, once you get past all that, it was a very quick read that had some hot sex and a plot that kept you interested in its outcome.
Perfect summer read. Enjoy!
October 12, 2016
That may have to be my go to meme for romances.
Please see
Their Virgin Hostage Their Virgin Secretary
Rinse and repeat.
I did love Rafe and Kade. Ditch the bdsm-ing brooder.
November 15, 2012
I really don't know why I bother. This entire series is VERY cliche and rather stupid and obviously unbelievable. (Of course she's a virgin who is OK with sleeping with 3 relative strangers right away!) I didn't like the alpha male in this one, what a whiner! The other 2 brothers were barely there... I kept reading the series, because I hate to not finish something, but this is the last one I'm going to try. Probably also the last book I'll try from these authors.
September 21, 2017
I love stories about sheiks and heroines. I think this goes back to all those old Harlequin Presents books that I used to read years ago where most of the heroes were sheiks and damsels in distress. This one had a twist from those books with all the explicit (and hot) sex and bdsm scenes. I actually liked this book much better than the first book in the series - hence the 5 stars.
*****Re-read for the 2nd time*****
Last read on 10/9/2015
*****Re-read for the 2nd time*****
Last read on 10/9/2015
July 30, 2015
In audio
The worst part is how far off topic some one can go in the middle of a sex scene. Truly this emotional angst could have waited until later. What was shaping up to be pretty much the best of the bunch in this series turned because of self loathing. Grrrr
The worst part is how far off topic some one can go in the middle of a sex scene. Truly this emotional angst could have waited until later. What was shaping up to be pretty much the best of the bunch in this series turned because of self loathing. Grrrr
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