Love Me Like You Do: The Complete Five Senses Series

The Five Senses #1-5

by Minx Noir

The Five Senses Series, combined for the first time!

Discover why readers are calling this journey back to happily ever after "Smoking hot and so good!"

Six weeks. Five senses. One chance.

When an attorney at a rival firm alerts Paul that his wife has been searching for a divorce lawyer behind his back, his whole world shatters. But, truth be told, the signs were there; he’d just ignored them. With both of their daughters now in college out of state, Laken is restless and lonely. And Paul–who’d once been a doting husband–is truly married to his career.

But when faced with losing the love of his life, Paul concocts a plan. Combining the five senses with Laken’s love of romance novels, he sets out to make her fall for him all over again, reigniting a spark that sets their hearts–and bed sheets–afire.

Not intended for readers under eighteen years of age. Content warning: there will be kinks! Food play, voyeurism, exhibitionism, BDSM, primal... to name a few.

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Ebooks, Contemporary Romance, BDSM

273 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 21, 2023

About the author

Author of delectable romance that will whet more than just your... palate.

Reviews

[Jennifer Gibson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Laken and Paul are a mid 40s couple of the brink of divorce. Laken is a bored housewife and Paul is a partner at a law firm specializing in divorce cases. Paul’s worst enemy lets him know that his wife has contacted him about filing for divorce and Paul is given a chance to redeem himself.

This book is only smut. There is some story, but it’s 98% sex. There’s all sorts of different situations and kinks represented but honestly it just got boring towards the end. It was just a bit too long, the main characters seemed a bit immature for their ages.

[cloudy · Rating 5 out of 5]

i've been impatiently waiting this series of novellas to be complete before i finally read them because i was too curious about the concept of sexually exploring the five senses to pick this up and experience them separately. and what an immersive experience this was. how engaging; all my senses were awakened, as if i was in the pages. i am in love with marriage in crisis, it would seem. this trope, the smut, the angst, perfection. i can't wait for the next collection of novellas.

[Whit · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sometimes I decide to pick a book without reading any details and that’s what I did with this one. Let me tell you… I was not disappointed!!! Holy Rollers. It’s been a while since I stumbled upon such spiciness. If you’re into smut, this one’s for you.

[Brielle Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love, love love this book! I discovered Minx Noir on Amazon Stuff Your Kindle Day and they have quickly become one of my favorite authors!

I was introduced to this book when it was a series of novelettes (The Five Senses) when I got the first book on Stuff Your Kindle Day. Each novelette was sexy, intriguing, intimate, and everything under the sun. I was finally able to read the fifth part when reading the complete collection in Love Me Like You Do.

Love Me Like You Do follows Laken and Paul, a couple in their 40s, who seem to have lost their spark over the years. Laken believes that she is no longer happy in her marriage and makes the decision to begin the divorce process with her husband's rival law firm. Though the rival lawyer would love nothing more than to handle Paul's divorce and beat him in the courtroom, he breaks his attorney-client privilege by going to Paul and letting him know that his wife is seeking divorce advice. Paul takes this information as an opportunity to spice things up and save his marriage.

I thoroughly enjoyed watching Laken and Paul reignite their flame and rediscover the reasons that they love each other. There was a lot of sexual exploration, giving us lots and lots of spicy!

If I could critique anything, I wish there was just a tiny bit more story. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely appreciated the smut (which is the main reason I picked up this book), but seeing a little more into their life would have added the perfect touch.

I always tell people that I am not a fan of third-person POV, but the writing in this book was so captivating that it didn't bother me in the slightest. I was so invested in the story that nothing else mattered.

Sometimes I just need a book that is fast-paced and extremely spicy to get me out of a slump, and this book definitely hit the spot.

[Lucile *:･ · Rating 4 out of 5]

♡ Tropes:
• Marriage in trouble
• Second chance at love
• MCs in their forties
• Kinky
• Food play
• Voyeurism
• Public play
• Five senses involved
• Plan to make her fall back in love with him
• Dual POV (1st person)

♡ This story... I first read it as little novelettes, and each time I was dying to read the next book. I absolutely fell in love with them! I won't say I'm not a fan of troubled marriages, but I haven't read many of them. But this one? It definitely became my favourite marriage in crisis story EVER!!!

♡ I fell in love with them throughout the whole book, I felt everything they did, it was like I was living in it. And that? That feeling? That's what I LOVE about a book. To be able to feel, to connect with the characters. And the damn hot scenes were just the icing on the cake!!!!

⚠ Be sure to check the TW before reading this book. The topics discussed are not for everyone. Respect your boundaries if you think this book might trigger you. ⚠

♡ I would also like to thank the author and Netgalley and for sending me an ARC of this super book!! ♡

[Micky Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy Hotness! This is erotica done right! It's spicy, spicy, spicy with no cheating and all happily consensual fun! A married couple in their 40's finds that they have grown apart and in a desperate attempt to bring the marriage back inline, the husband sets out to woo his wife using the 5 senses and all the bedroom aerobics that he can think of. Although, to be fair, most of the aerobics take place everywhere but in bed! The story is well plotted out, the characters are believable and relatable, but the spice is where the true entertainment of the story is at! This was my first book by this author, but I must say that based on this book that it absolutely won't be my last. I've never given a pure erotica story a 5 star rating before as they are often entertaining, but lacking in any substance. I have to say that this book earned all 5 stars and then some, but if you aren't into graphic bedroom aerobics with super high heat levels then you need to find another book!

[Steve Cripwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

When an attorney at a rival firm alerts Paul that his wife has been searching for a divorce lawyer behind his back, his whole world shatters. But, truth be told, the signs were there; he’d just ignored them. With both of their daughters now in college out of state, Laken is restless and lonely. And Paul–who’d once been a doting husband–is truly married to his career.
But when faced with losing the love of his life, Paul concocts a plan. Combining the five senses with Laken’s love of romance novels, he sets out to make her fall for him all over again, reigniting a spark that sets their hearts–and bed sheets–afire.

Well, I suppose that’s one way to save a stagnant marriage. This is not for the prudish or faint-hearted. It’s a good old erotic romp. Well written and paced, and quite a good read. There is a lot of description of senses, feelings, and downright lust. If it’s your reading thing then it’s pretty good. It was a bit too descriptive for my taste hence only three stars.

[Geneva Roa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you NetGalley and author Minx Noir copy in exchange of my review.

"Six weeks. Five senses. One chance.

When an attorney at a rival firm alerts Paul that his wife has been searching for a divorce lawyer behind his back, his whole world shatters. But, truth be told, the signs were there; he’d just ignored them. With both of their daughters now in college out of state, Laken is restless and lonely. And Paul–who’d once been a doting husband–is truly married to his career.

But when faced with losing the love of his life, Paul concocts a plan. Combining the five senses with Laken’s love of romance novels, he sets out to make her fall for him all over again, reigniting a spark that sets their hearts–and bed sheets–afire."

This is the complete copy of the Complete Five Senses Series. This is very very spicy. The husband wooing his wife using the 5 senses. I thoroughly enjoy reading this book. Read at your own risk.

[Tinsy ✿ · Rating 5 out of 5]

So, I got my hands on an ARC of this book, and I gotta say, it was a blast from start to finish! I usually go for darker romance stuff, but this one was a bit lighter. Still, it brought the heat – seriously, it was spicy! 🌶️ 🥵

Paul, the main character, was dreamy as heck. Tattoos on his neck and knuckles, fitting suits, and the way he talked about Laken – total book boyfriend material. And the things he did to win her back? Oh, boy. He's like an alpha guy with a golden retriever personality for his girl. Weird combo, but it worked.

My only gripe? I could've used a bit less steamy stuff to make room for the why behind Laken going for a divorce. That part felt kinda skimmed over, and I wanted more deets.

Overall, it's a solid read, like 4.5 stars solid. Just wished there was more backstory. If you're into spicy yet sweet stories, this one's for you!

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very well written and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, I couldn't get enough of the story. The intimate and intense scenes throughout the book will have you on the edge of your seat. Our main characters, Laken and Paul Hayward, share what we all dream of, a personal and intimate connection and understanding of each other. When one takes it for granted, they don't even wait to begin to address the issue and change their relationship for the better. I loved how closely they listened to each other. Seeing them fall back in love with each other will make you cry, smile, and then giggle. 4.5 out of 5 stars. 5 out of 5 spice.

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[Debra Gaynor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Me Like You Do: The Complete Five Senses Series
The Five Senses #1-5
A marriage starts out with romance, sparks and a bit of sizzle but as the years go by the flame begins to dwindle. Paul realizes he is losing his wife. He had once been a affectionate and loving husband but over the years he has transferred his focus to his career. Faced with losing his wife who he truly loves he knows he must come up with a plan to show her how much he loves her. She has always been a fan of romance novels and he intends to use that to make her fall in love with him again.
This tale is hot and steamy. There is a lot of sex…nothing wrong with that. It is sure to get the juices flowing. This is true erotica and a lot BDSM. Fantastic read.

[Catherine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Laken has become disillusioned by her marriage to Paul. Working as a divorce attorney he is spending more and more time in the office and their marriage and relationship has taken its toll. Laken deicide's its time to move on and goes to a rival attorney to start the ball rolling for a divorce..
Breaking rules, her attorney tips off Paul. He realises that Laken is the only woman for him. To save his marriage he must show his wife what they mean to each other and awaken the sexual side of them.
This is book is steamy. But it also has a storyline. I certainly enjoyed it and got a little hot under the collar.
Many thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to see an ARC

[Adrianna Heaney-velu · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Love Me Like You Do” by Minx Noir is a book about repairing a broken marriage. When Paul is told his wife is filing for divorce, he is determined to make her fall in love with him again. Laken is lonely now her children are out of the house, and she just dreams of the life and love she once had. Paul’s plan to woe his wife is to use all five senses to reignite the sparks of their love.

The book has second chance tropes, marriage, erotica, etc. The book was good, just a little repetitive sometimes. I did like both Laken and Paul’s characters; they are both compassionate and adventurous people. I gave it a 3 out of 5 stars.

[Duvlina Ann Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Me Like You Do by Minx Noir is such a addictive book to read. This book is about a marriage couple who trying to right their marriage.

This book have a high sexual tension, BDSM, plenty of explicit spicy scenes, marriage problem, angst, heart breaking moments and tears. This book really hooked me up. Every spicy scenes are detailed, well written and long. I love everything about the BDSM scenes in this book. There's a lot of kinks such as food play, voyeurism, exhibitionism, bondage and more. And I love how the characters solve their marriage problem with all they can.

I'll definitely be waiting for more books from Minx Noir and I'm really need to read next book.

[quillsandpages · Rating 4 out of 5]

😅😅 This book is on another level of spicy. I read Spice but this was too much for me..lol!!!.I skipped so many parts just because of that. Don't get me wrong I am not saying the book was not good. It was good like really good. I am sure some people will love all the spice in there.

The book was well-written and all the ladies who love spice would enjoy that a lot.

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[SassypantsReading · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well, this hit a little close to home for me. The blurb drew me in. A man trying to save his marriage that’s on the brink of divorce? I was all in. I wish it was a bit more realistic though. I wish saving a marriage was as easy as lots and lots of bedroom time. It kind of made me sad that that was the solution. But maybe that’s my own hang up. The book was hotter than hot, though it was quite redundant.

I received an advance review copy of this book and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Amanda Wallace · Rating 4 out of 5]

The MMC in the story is Paul, who is a middle aged attorney and the FMC is Laken, who is an unhappy wife seeking the help of a divorce attorney to end their marriage. Paul gets wind of what she is planning and is set on stopping it. Paul sets out to win his wife back using the five senses and a whole lot of spice. The story is more smut than plot and I'm totally here for it. I definitely enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others.

[Marina Filipović · Rating 5 out of 5]

This should be a manual for men!!!!

Incredibly good! The perfect amount of spice, kink and love!
I honestly have no words of praise for how good this book is! I seriously consider this as a manual for men, both young and older! I will definitely keep this book in top 5, and maybe give it to my partner to read it!!! 😁
Seriously do not miss this book! And read it with your partner definitely!!!

[Anna Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

Holy Hotness! This is erotica done right! It's spicy, spicy, spicy with no cheating and all happily consensual fun. As Laken and Paul's marriage on the verge of divorce they decided something needed to happen and Paul’s thought process was to completely and utterly woo his wife using the five senses and all the bedroom aerobics in his favor!

In reality is this the right thing to do? Who knows. Everyone is different and this was just a purely steamy erotic love bomb!

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a re-read, done immediately after I finished the individual copy of book 5 😂 I’ve thought about Paul and Laken every day since I read book 1, and it’s safe to say that I’ll continue to think about them every day now that the series is complete. The Marriage-in-crisis trope gets me every single time, but this one will stick with me forever.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Layken had a perfect life.

She had a gorgeous sexy husband, beautiful home, and two successful grown children. Layken was lonely. It's been a long and agonizing process but she knows that she needs more of a purpose than stay at home housewife. She has to plan for the future, her future, without Paul.

[Ratebookswithashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a cute idea for a book! Husband and wife are struggling in their marriage and the husband decides to try and woo his woman and win her back by doing something special for her in each of the five senses! LOTS of smut but also a very good storyline!

[Lauren Sexton · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️


This was a random Amazon “stuff your Kindle” purchase… and I wasn’t expecting the level of spicy! 🥵 It was juicy but with enough story to support it! I hope every lonely housewife has a Paul that wakes up and decides his wife and marriage are worth fighting for.

[Lacey Hammond · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF at 47%. It’s just soooo boring. There’s no substance, no connection to their story, just…nothing. I wanted to read about a couple fighting against divorce and reconnecting. But disconnection can’t be fixed by sex alone like this author seems to think it can.

[Fabelle Savoie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Although the spice was top tier, I found the story was lacking, and there was a lack of communication that just made it seem unreal. I was not able to be captivated by the story and found myself bored for the most part.

[Katherine Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

The smut scenes were definitely a plus in this book but I just wish there was a little more story.

[Stacey Winton · Rating 2 out of 5]

I think this book is good if all you want to read is smut. I needed more plot to enjoy the story more. The story just didn't seem very realistic.

[CR · Rating 2 out of 5]

This very short collection of stories was not for me. They all seemed very stilted and I just didn't care about anyone. The story was kind of meh and just didn't grasp me at all.

[The_5ft_reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Laken wants a divorce, and Paul's not about to let that happen ...... I loved loved loved laken and Paul, a marriage broken, put together again , and finding each other again!

[Lesley · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5 ⭐️

Could also be called How to Revive a Marriage 101