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Mastering the Virgin #2
Partners
Friends and Masters
James is a Dom. Michael loves women. As friends of years, working the clubs, it seems that little can come between them. Until that is, James is offered the chance to 'Buy a Virgin'. Will their friendship survive the strains this causes, and what will happen when Michael meets James' 'purchase'? A story of BDSM, Ménage Erotic Romance Explicit adult content. for mature readers only. Approx 17,000 words
81 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 1, 2023
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Simone Leigh
190 books1,755 followersSimone Leigh is a writer of intelligent, romantic steamy fiction. Her red-hot thriller, ‘Target’, won the Reader Voted #BestBook Award in the ‘Inks and Scratches’ Summer Splash Book Awards.
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Although English, Simone has lived in Spain for the last few years. Here, she divides her time between working on her tan, decorating her beautiful villa, writing hot romance and thrillers, and swimming naked in her swimming pool.
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Although English, Simone has lived in Spain for the last few years. Here, she divides her time between working on her tan, decorating her beautiful villa, writing hot romance and thrillers, and swimming naked in her swimming pool.
According to one internet troll, she is 'beyond redemption'...
Visit her website to claim a FREE book and lots of other freebies and giveaways.
https://www.simone-leigh.com/
Follow Simone on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/perfumepetal...
Follow Simone on BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/simon...
And for those following the 'Buying the Virgin' story, here's a link to a 'Suggested Reading Order' for the books.
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February 14, 2022
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Slechtste-romannetjes-lijst nominatie!
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December 26, 2019
James Wants Michael Involved With Him And Charlotte To Ensure He Doesn't Push Her Too Far, But Michael Is Torn.
This book tells the story from James and Michael's POV. It is heavy on the erotica, but the storyline is engaging.
This is part two of eighteen in the Mastering the Virgin series (collectively known as Mastering Charlotte). In part one, James, an older dominant and recently divorced after over twenty years of marriage, and Michael, an easy-going, gorgeous man for whom women line up, became fast friends. Their friendship survived a four year business loan as well as seven years of clubbing and sharing women. But one email sent James in pursuit of a fantasy that Michael didn't approve of, putting their friendship in jeopardy. Despite Michael's protestations about ethics and morals, James attends the auction with the goal of purchasing one week with the beautiful and innocent Charlotte, a stunning twenty-two year old redhead, as a treat to himself for winning the big city renovation project that he coveted for seven years.
Book two opens with James winning Charlotte. Michael's voice in his head nearly had him walk away from the bidding, but he is convinced now that the small fortune he spent to win Charlotte actually spared her from a horrible fate with one of the others bidding. Again to appease Michael, he is gentle and considerate, although given how much he paid he does feel entitled to enjoy Charlotte without guilt. When James learns that Charlotte needed the money to attend college, he knows it isn't enough to get her all the way through, so he proposes that he arrange an opportunity for her to sell access to other men, whom he approves, while at the same time fulfilling another fantasy of his - to watch her with others and for others to watch them.
James calls Michael after his first night with Charlotte, explaining that he has her and why he went through with the auction. He wants Michael involved to ensure he doesn't push her too far, but Michael is torn. He hates the idea of paying for Charolotte. He doesn't want to see a young innocent taken advantage of. The story ends with the promise of a dark turn and the consequent uncertainty it brings.
This story is about the partnership eventually formed by James and Michael when Michael finally accepts what James has done. They are two very different bachelors who somehow balance one another out. James - divorced, introverted, and older, is father to an adult daughter roughly Charlotte's age. Jaded, he had turned off all emotion until he met Charlotte. With her, he feels tenderness for the first time in decades. Michael, conversely, is an extrovert. He is in touch with his feelings and has empathy for others. He witnesses Charlotte's adoration of James and a softening in James when he speaks with her that is unlike anything he had witnessed before. With Michael's youth, good looks, and professional success, he has no shortage of women to choose from, but he recognizes immediately that Charlotte is as special as James claims her to be.
James and Michael's story of partnership is a quick read. The POV alternates between James and Michael. The writing is engaging but does contain errors. It would benefit from a good scrubbing. The plot is intriguing. The story about the partnership between two men who share is an interesting angle. The characters are nicely developed given the length, although it would be nice to learn more about Michael. I rate this book four stars.
I received a free advance copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book tells the story from James and Michael's POV. It is heavy on the erotica, but the storyline is engaging.
This is part two of eighteen in the Mastering the Virgin series (collectively known as Mastering Charlotte). In part one, James, an older dominant and recently divorced after over twenty years of marriage, and Michael, an easy-going, gorgeous man for whom women line up, became fast friends. Their friendship survived a four year business loan as well as seven years of clubbing and sharing women. But one email sent James in pursuit of a fantasy that Michael didn't approve of, putting their friendship in jeopardy. Despite Michael's protestations about ethics and morals, James attends the auction with the goal of purchasing one week with the beautiful and innocent Charlotte, a stunning twenty-two year old redhead, as a treat to himself for winning the big city renovation project that he coveted for seven years.
Book two opens with James winning Charlotte. Michael's voice in his head nearly had him walk away from the bidding, but he is convinced now that the small fortune he spent to win Charlotte actually spared her from a horrible fate with one of the others bidding. Again to appease Michael, he is gentle and considerate, although given how much he paid he does feel entitled to enjoy Charlotte without guilt. When James learns that Charlotte needed the money to attend college, he knows it isn't enough to get her all the way through, so he proposes that he arrange an opportunity for her to sell access to other men, whom he approves, while at the same time fulfilling another fantasy of his - to watch her with others and for others to watch them.
James calls Michael after his first night with Charlotte, explaining that he has her and why he went through with the auction. He wants Michael involved to ensure he doesn't push her too far, but Michael is torn. He hates the idea of paying for Charolotte. He doesn't want to see a young innocent taken advantage of. The story ends with the promise of a dark turn and the consequent uncertainty it brings.
This story is about the partnership eventually formed by James and Michael when Michael finally accepts what James has done. They are two very different bachelors who somehow balance one another out. James - divorced, introverted, and older, is father to an adult daughter roughly Charlotte's age. Jaded, he had turned off all emotion until he met Charlotte. With her, he feels tenderness for the first time in decades. Michael, conversely, is an extrovert. He is in touch with his feelings and has empathy for others. He witnesses Charlotte's adoration of James and a softening in James when he speaks with her that is unlike anything he had witnessed before. With Michael's youth, good looks, and professional success, he has no shortage of women to choose from, but he recognizes immediately that Charlotte is as special as James claims her to be.
James and Michael's story of partnership is a quick read. The POV alternates between James and Michael. The writing is engaging but does contain errors. It would benefit from a good scrubbing. The plot is intriguing. The story about the partnership between two men who share is an interesting angle. The characters are nicely developed given the length, although it would be nice to learn more about Michael. I rate this book four stars.
I received a free advance copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 22, 2018
James ultimately wins the auction for Charlotte at an astronomical sum to become her "Master" for the week. After discussing some of what he expects of her, he also gives her the option of making more money for college by arranging to share her with several men. Explaining it is by her choice only. James assures her she will be tested to her limit but he would be in control and wouldn't let anything serious happen to her. Charlotte agrees making James not just her buyer but her protector as well.
Michael is gentler with women than James and a better judge of people. He's against the idea James being involved with this auction until he finds out who some of the other participants are. When James proposes Michael become involved as a third to make sure her safety word comes into play in case it becomes too much for Charlotte, he ultimately agrees.
Oh what a wonderful scenerio Simone Leigh has created. Both in BDSM scenes and human emotions. You won't want to miss the second book in the "Mastering the Virgin" series.
Michael is gentler with women than James and a better judge of people. He's against the idea James being involved with this auction until he finds out who some of the other participants are. When James proposes Michael become involved as a third to make sure her safety word comes into play in case it becomes too much for Charlotte, he ultimately agrees.
Oh what a wonderful scenerio Simone Leigh has created. Both in BDSM scenes and human emotions. You won't want to miss the second book in the "Mastering the Virgin" series.
December 17, 2018
Partner by Simone Leigh is a continuation of Friends in the Mastering the virgin series. This book is again a hot collection of BDSM and sensual love but with constantly revolves around James, Micheal and Charlotte. In the auction after finding the risk for Charlotte, James buys her for highest bidding. Charlotte, 22 years old, virgin, has dreams of going to college and make big, but after suffering a miserably marriage and inappropriate funds for college, she agrees for auction. James claims what he wants, he ask her call him Master and commands to obey his orders and she does but feels something different that he had not felt for a long time. With her consent he shares her with Michael and she explores that. Finally James gives her choice to explore more to the lifestyle of BDSM and she is ready for it. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book and I liked it and waiting to see, how Charlotte makes her way into the world of BDSM in the next book.
October 17, 2017
I enjoyed reading the male POV this particular section. James took into consideration Michael’s words and at the same time he saved Charlotte. In making any dealings further he asked instead of dictating how things would happen. James was himself, but with Michael’s mind he was gentle and compassionate towards her needs. This is so unlike his true Dom alpha male self. He made the experience the best he could and realize he will need Michael to continue to guide him. I’m so glad he did cause it allowed Michael to see for himself that Charlotte was truly ok and her wellbeing was being meet. This is a true partnership in every aspect of the meaning.
July 21, 2024
James as you never seem him be so forbearing and gentle towards a sub.
And here comes Charlotte the intelligent reader... who seems to actually enjoy food. I like her myself.
If I knew any better I would say James was falling in more than desire for lady C.
Michael sometimes seems like he's a eighteen year old with no experience what-so-ever. It actually adorable.
3 Sexy Intellectual Stars.
And here comes Charlotte the intelligent reader... who seems to actually enjoy food. I like her myself.
If I knew any better I would say James was falling in more than desire for lady C.
Michael sometimes seems like he's a eighteen year old with no experience what-so-ever. It actually adorable.
3 Sexy Intellectual Stars.
October 8, 2017
What a ride
James and Michael and Charlotte - together from the guys point of view. Brilliant to read James’ motivation for bidding at the auction and the way he so lovingly attended to Charlotte. Michael’s arrival was the icing on the cake. Loved this point of view - very good read.
James and Michael and Charlotte - together from the guys point of view. Brilliant to read James’ motivation for bidding at the auction and the way he so lovingly attended to Charlotte. Michael’s arrival was the icing on the cake. Loved this point of view - very good read.
January 22, 2018
A very well written short story with a BDSM theme that is well handled and described. This is the second book in this series and they have to be read in order.
The characters are likeable and well described. Very erotic scenes that are amazingly described.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The characters are likeable and well described. Very erotic scenes that are amazingly described.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 14, 2018
Partners: A Tale of Friendship and BDSM Erotic Romance (Mastering the Virgin Book Two) by Simone Leigh was another good quick read. After James bought Charlotte, he introduces Michael to her to see where things could go with them.
February 19, 2020
It was weird and I cringed a lot. I was also laughing during the sex scenes which is not a good sign. Also, the narrator can't do a woman interpretation, it was seriously weird and every time he spoke as Charlotte I cringed. So this is it for me and this series.
August 6, 2020
The second installment of Mastering the Virgin is just as good as the first! The narrator was excellent and the storyline very well written. I totally enjoyed this audio and think many people will too.
November 11, 2017
Erotica at its extreme
Liked it enough to buy all I could find by this author. Too short, too cliff hanger, but truly an intriguing set of series.
Liked it enough to buy all I could find by this author. Too short, too cliff hanger, but truly an intriguing set of series.
March 23, 2020
This instalment of this series is short but steamy and sexy as hell!!
Brilliant read!!
Brilliant read!!
June 16, 2020
2 1/2 stars.
April 4, 2023
I have no words
October 22, 2025
Reads like it’s written by an egocentric, misogynistic male.
Fifty shades of grey did it 100 times better.
Fifty shades of grey did it 100 times better.
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October 30, 2018My second book from this author as pat of a box set. Confirmed that her style is not to my taste.
Lack of characterisation and not even the sex scenes worked for me.
- I like explicit sex in my reading, but for me, it was too much from the guy's POV.
I like hearing about man parts, not lady parts!
Lack of characterisation and not even the sex scenes worked for me.
- I like explicit sex in my reading, but for me, it was too much from the guy's POV.
I like hearing about man parts, not lady parts!
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