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Three Over Par
Wild, hot, addictive sex….
After seeing one too many patients die regretting the things they haven’t done, nurse Lucy Seymour realizes she’s been making the same mistake. So when Robbie, the sexy golf instructor, makes his move, she responds with uninhibited passion, telling him there’s nothing she won’t try. Long sessions of foreplay lead to thrills and fantasy fulfillment…until Lucy sees Daniel, the greenkeeper, watching them. Watching her. And then Daniel does more than just watch…he joins them.
Can it lead to love?
Lucy might be exploring all of her secret fantasies, but her reality is that she’s a one-man woman…and for her, that man is Daniel. But what does Daniel really want? Lucy or the fantasy?
After seeing one too many patients die regretting the things they haven’t done, nurse Lucy Seymour realizes she’s been making the same mistake. So when Robbie, the sexy golf instructor, makes his move, she responds with uninhibited passion, telling him there’s nothing she won’t try. Long sessions of foreplay lead to thrills and fantasy fulfillment…until Lucy sees Daniel, the greenkeeper, watching them. Watching her. And then Daniel does more than just watch…he joins them.
Can it lead to love?
Lucy might be exploring all of her secret fantasies, but her reality is that she’s a one-man woman…and for her, that man is Daniel. But what does Daniel really want? Lucy or the fantasy?
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June 27, 2010
After a patient dies regretting too many things in her life, nurse Lucy Seymour vows not to live with regrets. She wants to live life to the fullest and die knowing she really lived. She finds excitement with her golf pro teacher and when the greenskeeper, Daniel joins in on the fun, she begins to wonder what really makes her happy.
From the very first of this book, the sexual energy is high. Lucy is the sole storyteller--telling it all in first person. She is recounting back on her times with the Pro, Robbie, and how she came to love Daniel.
Although a very erotic book, it also delves into the deeper meanings of why Lucy has chosen the path of two men and how she really feels about it as well as the difference between love and lust. Is she still a good girl? Is it really what she wants in life? Can she risk her heart in such an erotic situation?
This was a very quick, hot read. It goes just deep enough to add romance to the erotic story.
This book contains: menage a tois (M/F/M), anal sex, oral sex, voyeurism.
From the very first of this book, the sexual energy is high. Lucy is the sole storyteller--telling it all in first person. She is recounting back on her times with the Pro, Robbie, and how she came to love Daniel.
Although a very erotic book, it also delves into the deeper meanings of why Lucy has chosen the path of two men and how she really feels about it as well as the difference between love and lust. Is she still a good girl? Is it really what she wants in life? Can she risk her heart in such an erotic situation?
This was a very quick, hot read. It goes just deep enough to add romance to the erotic story.
This book contains: menage a tois (M/F/M), anal sex, oral sex, voyeurism.
August 20, 2010
Before deciding to start this book I read the blurb and thought: "Wow this one will be a really hot fast read. Totally up my alley!" But what I got was not what I expected. I imagined an erotic menage with 2 hunky guys and a woman who knows how to enjoy herself. Okay yes, we have hot smex nearly non-stop, dirty talk, menage and voyeurism, but I also found a story about a desperate search for happiness and how to fulfill your craving for real love, even in a situation like this.
The story is told out of Lucy's POV. Lucy works as a nurse in nursing home and nearly daily observes one of the worst things that can happen to someone. She has to helplessly watch how some residents wither away, abandoned by their family and left to die alone. Her heart bleeds for them but she is unable to do more than give her compassion and love. She really takes too much of work home with her and suffers from the emotional strain such a job evokes. I could completely relate to this situation because my mother works in this job for 23 years now and I often saw what it does to your soul.
We also have Robbie, the Pro. He's Lucy's golf teacher and the one who brought this whole story into motion. He seems to be the dirty sex god. He is wicked and enjoys everything you can think of. He shows Lucy what pleasure is and pushes her more with every lesson. At first, I didn't like him very much. He is hot but at some times I just wanted him to be silent and shut his dirty mouth. But it's more to him than you see at first and even he found a little place in my heart at the end.
And lets not forget the third person in this story: Daniel. I always knew Daniel is a name you can whisper with utter love and adoration, thanks to Dr. Daniel Jackson from Stargate. This Daniel is exactly like that, without the super-intelligence and the aliens. He's adorable and I fell in love with him from the first kiss. His character comes to live more from his actions and gestures than from his words, which aren't many. My heart started to flutter like Lucy's did and I desperately wanted them to get their HEA, even more when it seemed to be nearly impossible because of how everything started.
I also really loved how the story was told. We start our journey with Lucy telling us about what happened so far. She remembers how everything started and shows us the important situations, the memories she will never in her life forget. This gave Three Over Par an even more personal touch. It's like reading a diary and I think perhaps that's why I was teary eyed more than onces. At the end we catch up with her story and experience everything together with her. I was as nervous as Lucy and I think I never in my life felt so much for characters of a novella. I won't tell you more but I can say this story will leave you with a smile on your face.
Three Over Par is something very special for me. It combines a wonderful erotic story with so much emotion it will leave you wanting more. Mrs. Brunet is definitely an author I will watch very closely, in a non-stalkerish way and her next release will be on top of my TBR for sure.
The story is told out of Lucy's POV. Lucy works as a nurse in nursing home and nearly daily observes one of the worst things that can happen to someone. She has to helplessly watch how some residents wither away, abandoned by their family and left to die alone. Her heart bleeds for them but she is unable to do more than give her compassion and love. She really takes too much of work home with her and suffers from the emotional strain such a job evokes. I could completely relate to this situation because my mother works in this job for 23 years now and I often saw what it does to your soul.
We also have Robbie, the Pro. He's Lucy's golf teacher and the one who brought this whole story into motion. He seems to be the dirty sex god. He is wicked and enjoys everything you can think of. He shows Lucy what pleasure is and pushes her more with every lesson. At first, I didn't like him very much. He is hot but at some times I just wanted him to be silent and shut his dirty mouth. But it's more to him than you see at first and even he found a little place in my heart at the end.
And lets not forget the third person in this story: Daniel. I always knew Daniel is a name you can whisper with utter love and adoration, thanks to Dr. Daniel Jackson from Stargate. This Daniel is exactly like that, without the super-intelligence and the aliens. He's adorable and I fell in love with him from the first kiss. His character comes to live more from his actions and gestures than from his words, which aren't many. My heart started to flutter like Lucy's did and I desperately wanted them to get their HEA, even more when it seemed to be nearly impossible because of how everything started.
I also really loved how the story was told. We start our journey with Lucy telling us about what happened so far. She remembers how everything started and shows us the important situations, the memories she will never in her life forget. This gave Three Over Par an even more personal touch. It's like reading a diary and I think perhaps that's why I was teary eyed more than onces. At the end we catch up with her story and experience everything together with her. I was as nervous as Lucy and I think I never in my life felt so much for characters of a novella. I won't tell you more but I can say this story will leave you with a smile on your face.
Three Over Par is something very special for me. It combines a wonderful erotic story with so much emotion it will leave you wanting more. Mrs. Brunet is definitely an author I will watch very closely, in a non-stalkerish way and her next release will be on top of my TBR for sure.
January 11, 2011
This book is built on the premise of living life to the fullest, never live on the sidelines for fear inaction will lead to regrets. For nurse Lucy Seymour, this is the message she receives from her elderly dying patient and immediately takes steps to change the course of her life. From that inspiring idea comes a story that is sexy and full of angst with a love triangle that steams up the golf course.
Lucy starts out as a very likable woman who doesn't want to die a bitter old woman who missed out on a satisfying relationship. To find what she thinks she's missing, she starts an affair with her golf tutor Robbie. While she likes him, it's an affair that only occurs on the golf course. Realizing she wants more, the day she spots grounds keeper Daniel, is the day she allows him in on the fun. From their first kiss, she knows he's special. But any interactions with him in the real world leave him turning away from her. So to keep him, she believes she has to keep up her regularly scheduled golf course rendezvous. But soon, reality gets to be too much and the fantasy becomes the roadblock to happiness. In the end, Lucy learns the most important lesson of all...the truth will set you free and trusting in your heart is what really leads to happiness.
While I like a story with steamy interludes, I don't like when those interludes interfere with the substance of the storyline. The more interludes Lucy had, the less respect I had for her and what she thought she was looking for. She started thinking that by being with both men at once she wasn't being a good girl. And I tended to agree with her because she was basically using Robbie to be with Daniel. We don't even learn anything substantial about Robbie until the very last chapters, he barely even talks until the end. Daniel too is a bit of a mystery because of Lucy's manipulations. They don't really talk until the end of the story either which leaves them feeling like strangers no matter how many interludes they had together. Because of not knowing very much about them as individuals, you don't feel very invested in their relationship and therefore their ending isn't totally satisfying. This one-sided feeling is mostly due to the book being written in the first person, but I think the author should've enlightened the reader to the male characters a bit more because as it stands they end up looking like props to Lucy's enlightenment.
Upon finishing this story I had hoped for a more heartwarming feeling. Once a person reaches enlightenment you expect to feel a rush of happiness for them. Instead, I just felt frustrated. I was frustrated that the two male characters were used and a bit mad that Lucy didn't really feel guilty about the situation. I had hoped for more well-rounded characters to draw me in to the story more. At the end of the day all I got was sex, when what I wanted was substance. This doesn't stop me from wanting to read more by this author though. Her female character was strong and went after what she wanted while the interludes were satisfyingly steamy which leads me to feeling hopeful for the author's next book.
Lucy starts out as a very likable woman who doesn't want to die a bitter old woman who missed out on a satisfying relationship. To find what she thinks she's missing, she starts an affair with her golf tutor Robbie. While she likes him, it's an affair that only occurs on the golf course. Realizing she wants more, the day she spots grounds keeper Daniel, is the day she allows him in on the fun. From their first kiss, she knows he's special. But any interactions with him in the real world leave him turning away from her. So to keep him, she believes she has to keep up her regularly scheduled golf course rendezvous. But soon, reality gets to be too much and the fantasy becomes the roadblock to happiness. In the end, Lucy learns the most important lesson of all...the truth will set you free and trusting in your heart is what really leads to happiness.
While I like a story with steamy interludes, I don't like when those interludes interfere with the substance of the storyline. The more interludes Lucy had, the less respect I had for her and what she thought she was looking for. She started thinking that by being with both men at once she wasn't being a good girl. And I tended to agree with her because she was basically using Robbie to be with Daniel. We don't even learn anything substantial about Robbie until the very last chapters, he barely even talks until the end. Daniel too is a bit of a mystery because of Lucy's manipulations. They don't really talk until the end of the story either which leaves them feeling like strangers no matter how many interludes they had together. Because of not knowing very much about them as individuals, you don't feel very invested in their relationship and therefore their ending isn't totally satisfying. This one-sided feeling is mostly due to the book being written in the first person, but I think the author should've enlightened the reader to the male characters a bit more because as it stands they end up looking like props to Lucy's enlightenment.
Upon finishing this story I had hoped for a more heartwarming feeling. Once a person reaches enlightenment you expect to feel a rush of happiness for them. Instead, I just felt frustrated. I was frustrated that the two male characters were used and a bit mad that Lucy didn't really feel guilty about the situation. I had hoped for more well-rounded characters to draw me in to the story more. At the end of the day all I got was sex, when what I wanted was substance. This doesn't stop me from wanting to read more by this author though. Her female character was strong and went after what she wanted while the interludes were satisfyingly steamy which leads me to feeling hopeful for the author's next book.
September 19, 2011
Three Over Par by Cathryn Brunet
* I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Lucy makes a promise to a dying patient that she would live her life and not have any regrets. After a particular hard week at the Nursing Home, Lucy’s decides to take advantage of the opportunity before her. The golf pro puts the moves on her during her lesson and things will never be the same again.
Lucy enjoys her weekly encounters with the golf pro but they don’t compare to when Daniel joins them. With their first kiss, she fell in love with him. He is her sole focus when the three of them are together and she cherishes each encounter. With each passing week she falls deeper in love with him and thinks he feels the same way towards her.
She is puzzled by his attitude outside the golf course though. When he comes to the nursing home to take his grandmother to lunch, he seems polite but distant towards her. She begins to think she is reading more into their encounters than is really there and makes a decision that will change all three of their lives.
The primary focus of the book is the relationship between Lucy and Robbie (the Pro). It’s all about sex with them while they are together on the golf course. They take advantage of every opportunity they have and enjoy each other, even adding Daniel as a third later on. It’s just sex to Lucy but Robbie has fallen in love with her. The underlying story is the love that Lucy feels for Daniel and the ups and downs that is their relationship.
Lucy is a kind hearted person that wears her heart on her sleeve. She is a good nurse and cares deeply for her patients, maybe too much sometimes. She takes the advice of one of them and decides to live life to the fullest with no regrets. She wants a traditional relationship with Daniel but she is afraid that if she ends the weekly golf lessons that she will lose him too.
The book was a little distracting to me. The story is told from Lucy’s point of view but jumps around some so I would get lost at times. The main thing that distracted me was the language used, don’t get me wrong it didn’t hurt the story any though. I just found it a little stilting and hard to get used to every time she used the word arse.
The author did redeem herself with the ending however. I love how the three of them put everything on the line for love. Robbie did what he did out of love for Lucy, even though he knew how she felt about him. Lucy laid it all on the line with Daniel afraid of how he would respond but knowing this was her one chance at happiness.
Overall I give Three Over Par 3 Flaming Hearts.
* I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Lucy makes a promise to a dying patient that she would live her life and not have any regrets. After a particular hard week at the Nursing Home, Lucy’s decides to take advantage of the opportunity before her. The golf pro puts the moves on her during her lesson and things will never be the same again.
Lucy enjoys her weekly encounters with the golf pro but they don’t compare to when Daniel joins them. With their first kiss, she fell in love with him. He is her sole focus when the three of them are together and she cherishes each encounter. With each passing week she falls deeper in love with him and thinks he feels the same way towards her.
She is puzzled by his attitude outside the golf course though. When he comes to the nursing home to take his grandmother to lunch, he seems polite but distant towards her. She begins to think she is reading more into their encounters than is really there and makes a decision that will change all three of their lives.
The primary focus of the book is the relationship between Lucy and Robbie (the Pro). It’s all about sex with them while they are together on the golf course. They take advantage of every opportunity they have and enjoy each other, even adding Daniel as a third later on. It’s just sex to Lucy but Robbie has fallen in love with her. The underlying story is the love that Lucy feels for Daniel and the ups and downs that is their relationship.
Lucy is a kind hearted person that wears her heart on her sleeve. She is a good nurse and cares deeply for her patients, maybe too much sometimes. She takes the advice of one of them and decides to live life to the fullest with no regrets. She wants a traditional relationship with Daniel but she is afraid that if she ends the weekly golf lessons that she will lose him too.
The book was a little distracting to me. The story is told from Lucy’s point of view but jumps around some so I would get lost at times. The main thing that distracted me was the language used, don’t get me wrong it didn’t hurt the story any though. I just found it a little stilting and hard to get used to every time she used the word arse.
The author did redeem herself with the ending however. I love how the three of them put everything on the line for love. Robbie did what he did out of love for Lucy, even though he knew how she felt about him. Lucy laid it all on the line with Daniel afraid of how he would respond but knowing this was her one chance at happiness.
Overall I give Three Over Par 3 Flaming Hearts.
March 18, 2015
Okay, here is the thing: I do not golf. My brothers and sister love to golf, but the addiction has not rubbed off on me at all. If the golf pros and grounds men were all this gorgeous, I may consider it…not. Another thing: I knew of many in University that tested out the “back eighth”, but the outdoors just sounded wet and mosquito ridden. That being said, I did enjoy the concept of the book. Lucy is attracted to the Pro, but it is really Daniel that draws her in. She day dreams about him even from the first time with the Pro. The combination of each characters totally opposite manners and personalities is interesting. The fact that Lucy is so open and honest is in direct contrast to the men who are closed off and uncommunicative, except during sex. Then, one can’t stop talking and the other can’t stop touching.
My only critique of this book would be: tell people what you think and feel! Yikes, are there really people in the world that would have sex with another person and not say what they think and feel? Maybe I have been married too long or I am just a straight shooter. I was so glad when Lucy finally put her chips on the table and took her gamble. Life is all about risk and love even more so, you need to put yourself all out there in order to win big. I enjoyed the HEA.
My only critique of this book would be: tell people what you think and feel! Yikes, are there really people in the world that would have sex with another person and not say what they think and feel? Maybe I have been married too long or I am just a straight shooter. I was so glad when Lucy finally put her chips on the table and took her gamble. Life is all about risk and love even more so, you need to put yourself all out there in order to win big. I enjoyed the HEA.
September 13, 2010
Hunter’s Review
Three Over Par is a first person narrative, not something I was aware of before I read this book. I like First Person so it wasn’t a problem for me but I wanted to make the reader aware of this before they buy the book. The protagonist, Lucy, makes a lot of mistakes but she’s very likable and I enjoyed being inside her head for the whole of this book.
Robbie, the Pro, as she refers to him, is a little one-sided but I felt very sorry for him. It’s obvious that he’s in love with her while she only has eyes for Daniel. As for the hero, Daniel, he really shines during the love scenes. He’s kind and gentle with her then while outside of the lovemaking he is, until almost the end, seemingly cold and unfeeling. He really puts Lucy through hell.
Usually, I don’t like books where the hero acts really awfully while the heroine holds onto her hope and all is forgiven at the end. But, Lucy acts foolishly herself so most of Daniel’s behavior is, for the most part, alright.
The love scenes are very hot. Expect threesomes in public. Brunet is a very talented writer who really sucks you in and tugs at your emotions. I enjoyed this short read very much and can’t wait for more from her!
4 Tea Cups!
Three Over Par is a first person narrative, not something I was aware of before I read this book. I like First Person so it wasn’t a problem for me but I wanted to make the reader aware of this before they buy the book. The protagonist, Lucy, makes a lot of mistakes but she’s very likable and I enjoyed being inside her head for the whole of this book.
Robbie, the Pro, as she refers to him, is a little one-sided but I felt very sorry for him. It’s obvious that he’s in love with her while she only has eyes for Daniel. As for the hero, Daniel, he really shines during the love scenes. He’s kind and gentle with her then while outside of the lovemaking he is, until almost the end, seemingly cold and unfeeling. He really puts Lucy through hell.
Usually, I don’t like books where the hero acts really awfully while the heroine holds onto her hope and all is forgiven at the end. But, Lucy acts foolishly herself so most of Daniel’s behavior is, for the most part, alright.
The love scenes are very hot. Expect threesomes in public. Brunet is a very talented writer who really sucks you in and tugs at your emotions. I enjoyed this short read very much and can’t wait for more from her!
4 Tea Cups!
December 2, 2012
Excellent. Unusual take on a m��nage.
August 11, 2013
Excellent. Unusual take on a m������nage.
November 14, 2011
I don't usually read erotica but this book was recommended. I did enjoy the writing and the story but still found a threesome hard to view as romantic - but then again it's erotica - and it was that!
January 23, 2011
Wow, sexy, intriguing, wonder if they'll actually ever make it work once the decided what they want.
August 1, 2014
started and stopped this book forever ago but finally read it.
February 26, 2015
Excellent. Unusual take on a m��_��_��_��_��_��_nage.
August 8, 2017
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