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Possuída
Possuída - Durante cinco anos, Sapphire tem sido a amante mais preciosa do Rei de Sari. Independente até o fim, ela se nega a ser dominada por outro homem. Contudo, seu caminho cruzou-se com o orgulhoso e arrogante Wulfric, príncipe do reino rival DAshier, um homem perigoso para ela em todos os sentidos.
Filha do oponente mais poderoso de Wulfric, Sapphire é uma guerreira letal e altamente qualificada nas artes da sensualidade - a combinação perfeita para seduzir Wulfric. Uma união duradoura é impensável, contudo há um acordo: eles devem passar uma noite juntos, e então partir. Mas o desejo fala mais alto que a razão e a atração explosiva que surge entre os dois vai abalar as estruturas de suas vidas para sempre...
Sylvia Day, autora de maior sucesso no gênero erótico, cujos livros já foram publicados em mais de 40 países, traz mais um best-seller de tirar o fôlego de seus leitores. Quem suspirou com Obstinada, Desejada , Incontrolável e Dominadas não pode deixar de ler Possuída.
Filha do oponente mais poderoso de Wulfric, Sapphire é uma guerreira letal e altamente qualificada nas artes da sensualidade - a combinação perfeita para seduzir Wulfric. Uma união duradoura é impensável, contudo há um acordo: eles devem passar uma noite juntos, e então partir. Mas o desejo fala mais alto que a razão e a atração explosiva que surge entre os dois vai abalar as estruturas de suas vidas para sempre...
Sylvia Day, autora de maior sucesso no gênero erótico, cujos livros já foram publicados em mais de 40 países, traz mais um best-seller de tirar o fôlego de seus leitores. Quem suspirou com Obstinada, Desejada , Incontrolável e Dominadas não pode deixar de ler Possuída.
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First published June 2, 2009
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121 books122k followersAcclaimed for her signature emotionally charged storytelling and the psychological complexity of her characters, Sylvia Day is a number one bestselling author in twenty-nine countries, with translations in forty-one languages and over twenty million copies of her books in print. Day is the #1 New York Times, #1 USA Today, #1 Sunday Times, #1 Globe and Mail, #1 Der Spiegel, and #1 international bestselling author of over twenty award-winning novels, including six Sunday Times, ten New York Times and thirteen USA Today bestsellers. Visit the author at sylviaday.com
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August 19, 2017
Los libros de Sylvia Day son eroticos, pero en este libro eso es prácticamente lo único que hay, llegando a ser repetitivo. Está ambientado en un mundo futurista del cual se conoce muy poco.
Aquí lo importante en el libro: Sapphire fue la concubina favorita del rey de Sari, una guerrera altamente entrenada, conocedora de las artes sensuales y, por demás, preciosa. Wulfric es el príncipe heredero de D'Ashier, reino rival de Sari, es el encargado de las fuerzas armadas, peligroso, enigmático y, como no, el hombre más hermoso que ha visto Sapphire.
Estar juntos es imposible debido a la rivalidad entre sus reinos, pero desde que se ven no pueden luchar contra la inmensa atracción.
En otras palabras blah, blah, blah... perdida de tiempo
Aquí lo importante en el libro: Sapphire fue la concubina favorita del rey de Sari, una guerrera altamente entrenada, conocedora de las artes sensuales y, por demás, preciosa. Wulfric es el príncipe heredero de D'Ashier, reino rival de Sari, es el encargado de las fuerzas armadas, peligroso, enigmático y, como no, el hombre más hermoso que ha visto Sapphire.
Estar juntos es imposible debido a la rivalidad entre sus reinos, pero desde que se ven no pueden luchar contra la inmensa atracción.
En otras palabras blah, blah, blah... perdida de tiempo
December 16, 2012
Seriously, where is the sequel??
March 4, 2017
“Te necesito en mi vida para ser feliz. Es tan sencillo y tan complicado como eso.”
Los libros de Sylvia Day son eroticos, pero en este libro eso es prácticamente lo único que hay, llegando a ser repetitivo. Está ambientado en un mundo futurista del cual se conoce muy poco.
Aquí lo importante en el libro: Sapphire fue la concubina favorita del rey de Sari, una guerrera altamente entrenada, conocedora de las artes sensuales y, por demás, preciosa. Wulfric es el príncipe heredero de D'Ashier, reino rival de Sari, es el encargado de las fuerzas armadas, peligroso, enigmático y, como no, el hombre más hermoso que ha visto Sapphire.
Estar juntos es imposible debido a la rivalidad entre sus reinos, pero desde que se ven no pueden luchar contra la inmensa atracción.
En otras palabras blah, blah, blah... Perdida de tiempo
Los libros de Sylvia Day son eroticos, pero en este libro eso es prácticamente lo único que hay, llegando a ser repetitivo. Está ambientado en un mundo futurista del cual se conoce muy poco.
Aquí lo importante en el libro: Sapphire fue la concubina favorita del rey de Sari, una guerrera altamente entrenada, conocedora de las artes sensuales y, por demás, preciosa. Wulfric es el príncipe heredero de D'Ashier, reino rival de Sari, es el encargado de las fuerzas armadas, peligroso, enigmático y, como no, el hombre más hermoso que ha visto Sapphire.
Estar juntos es imposible debido a la rivalidad entre sus reinos, pero desde que se ven no pueden luchar contra la inmensa atracción.
En otras palabras blah, blah, blah... Perdida de tiempo
July 23, 2012
Story Rating 4 Stars
Romance Rating 4 Stars
Character Rating 4 Stars
Heat Rating 5 sizzling Stars
Action Rating 4 Stars
Overall Rating 4 Stars
Once again Sylvia Day wrote one HOT SCORCHER of a book. There's just something about her Sex/Loves scenes that I'll never get enough of. They are very raw and extremely sexual. OK so I really liked the story but LOVED the heat, hahahahaha. No really the story was very good too and both the H&h very good characters. You could really feel the need these two had for each other throughout the story. I also liked the world that Sylvia made up for this futuristic romance, she added some really good and imaginative elements. This story was fast pace and had some good action scenes that kept me interested all the way through. I look forwards to continuing this series but I have a feeling I'll be waiting for a while.
Romance Rating 4 Stars
Character Rating 4 Stars
Heat Rating 5 sizzling Stars
Action Rating 4 Stars
Overall Rating 4 Stars
Once again Sylvia Day wrote one HOT SCORCHER of a book. There's just something about her Sex/Loves scenes that I'll never get enough of. They are very raw and extremely sexual. OK so I really liked the story but LOVED the heat, hahahahaha. No really the story was very good too and both the H&h very good characters. You could really feel the need these two had for each other throughout the story. I also liked the world that Sylvia made up for this futuristic romance, she added some really good and imaginative elements. This story was fast pace and had some good action scenes that kept me interested all the way through. I look forwards to continuing this series but I have a feeling I'll be waiting for a while.
July 5, 2016
¡Qué historia tan pobre! Sexo, sexo y más sexo. Un contexto del que no sabemos nada, conflictos previsibles, con potencial, pero nada desarrollados y solucionados en un par de páginas. Y sexo, sexo y sexo.
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August 23, 2019
I am just not into it. Sylvia Day is hit-or-miss for me. I've been trying for three months, but I just don't want to read it anymore.
May 29, 2009
Sapphire is the royal concubine of the King of Sari. Sapphire was trained in the art of seduction at the Sensual Arts School. Because of the drawn out war between Sari and the D’Ashier colony, Sapphire never thought she would become a concubine because to own one was a luxury most could not afford. Sari and D’Ashier have been enemies for two centuries ever since D’Ashier started a revolution where they could be free of Sari. Even after the war ended between the two, there is still a deep animosity that will not go away. Sapphire was very lucky, for she became the possession of King Gunther.
Sapphire warms the King’s bed every night because he loves her so and will have no other. He even turns away from his Queen Brenna who is expected to give Sari an heir. Brenna loves the king deeply and would love nothing more than to get rid of Sapphire permanently, but she can’t because many adore Sapphire.
Brenna finds out that Wulfric the Crown Prince of D’Ashier has been captured. Perhaps then her husband will see her worth and turn to her instead of Sapphire when the time is right for her to present the prince to her husband. Brenna comes up with a plan. She allows Sapphire to go into retirement and will be moved to the outskirts of the capital. She will have her every wish granted due to her service to the king. Sapphire accepts, overjoyed to be free. What Sapphire doesn’t know is that Brenna has sent the wounded Wulfric to Sapphire’s new home as her servant.
Wulfric’s people think he is dead and has no choice to serve Sapphire until he can find a way to escape. Soon Wulfric would love to serve Sapphire in a specific way. Sapphire finds herself addicted to Wulfric’s touch but knows she cannot keep him. She enjoys her freedom and refuses to be another man’s plaything. Wulfric won’t take no for an answer and will have Sapphire, body and soul. Sapphire longs for Wulfric’s touch but when he escapes and takes her to his home to be his forever, she must figure out a way to escape him, because their love is not meant to be and could start another war where innocent lives will be lost.
In the mood for a great story with excellent world building and smoldering love scenes that will have you drooling? IN THE FLESH is the perfect read for all these needs. Livia Dare has written a wonderful erotic fantasy tale with two characters who steam up the pages. The passion and sex Sapphire and Wulfric share is some of the steamiest encounters I have read this year. These two have become an addiction for one another.
Wulfric is very much an alpha male who won’t be denied the woman he feels completes him. Sapphire won’t allow Wulfric to walk all over her and their interactions lead to some interesting discussions and fighting between the two. These fights lead to some fulfilling outcomes that always end with both being sweaty and satisfied.
IN THE FLESH is a sexy fantastic fantasy story.
Sapphire warms the King’s bed every night because he loves her so and will have no other. He even turns away from his Queen Brenna who is expected to give Sari an heir. Brenna loves the king deeply and would love nothing more than to get rid of Sapphire permanently, but she can’t because many adore Sapphire.
Brenna finds out that Wulfric the Crown Prince of D’Ashier has been captured. Perhaps then her husband will see her worth and turn to her instead of Sapphire when the time is right for her to present the prince to her husband. Brenna comes up with a plan. She allows Sapphire to go into retirement and will be moved to the outskirts of the capital. She will have her every wish granted due to her service to the king. Sapphire accepts, overjoyed to be free. What Sapphire doesn’t know is that Brenna has sent the wounded Wulfric to Sapphire’s new home as her servant.
Wulfric’s people think he is dead and has no choice to serve Sapphire until he can find a way to escape. Soon Wulfric would love to serve Sapphire in a specific way. Sapphire finds herself addicted to Wulfric’s touch but knows she cannot keep him. She enjoys her freedom and refuses to be another man’s plaything. Wulfric won’t take no for an answer and will have Sapphire, body and soul. Sapphire longs for Wulfric’s touch but when he escapes and takes her to his home to be his forever, she must figure out a way to escape him, because their love is not meant to be and could start another war where innocent lives will be lost.
In the mood for a great story with excellent world building and smoldering love scenes that will have you drooling? IN THE FLESH is the perfect read for all these needs. Livia Dare has written a wonderful erotic fantasy tale with two characters who steam up the pages. The passion and sex Sapphire and Wulfric share is some of the steamiest encounters I have read this year. These two have become an addiction for one another.
Wulfric is very much an alpha male who won’t be denied the woman he feels completes him. Sapphire won’t allow Wulfric to walk all over her and their interactions lead to some interesting discussions and fighting between the two. These fights lead to some fulfilling outcomes that always end with both being sweaty and satisfied.
IN THE FLESH is a sexy fantastic fantasy story.
March 15, 2014
The plot of this book is thin and it stumbles all over the place trying to make sense. The characterization of the characters was also all over the place and sometimes didn't even make sense. There was so much sex, like way too much sex, and so repetitive. It was also the only interaction that main couple had, every single interaction devolved into sex and it got ridiculous when they profess their supposed undying love for reach other when everything revolved around sex. I guess I was expecting a bit much when I hoped that this book would at least make some sort of sense.
July 5, 2010
*******Update 07/04: On second re-read I found myaself appreciating this book a little bit more...So 4 stars it is.*******
King of Sari's favorite concubine (and by the same king's proclamation his karisette - one true love), Sapphire is released after five years of service with a great retiring plan. A house of her own, no need to search for a new protector, and fourteen men at her very beck and call.
Unfortunately one of those men is none other than the crown prince of D'Ashier, Wulfric, who's been tortured almost to death and suddenly finds himself captive of the beguiling beauty. A beguiling beauty who also happens to be the ex mistress of his greatest enemy and the daughter of Sari's national hero.
The thing is, fate seldom chooses wisely, and these two people, supposed to be enemies, soon finds themselves battling an attraction and passion so strong impossible to be denied, knowing full well, their union is doomed from the very start...
I have rather mixed feelings about this book. I absolutely adored Sapphire. This concubine/warrior woman literally stole my heart. She was strong, determined, stubborn to just the right degree, and fiercely protective of the people she regarded as hers. Even of a man who was a complete stranger, and her enemy to boot. Even when she didn't know Wulfric, she went with her instincts (which were never wrong) and put her very life, and the life of her family, on the line...It was a great portent of things to come.
So here you have this fierce warrior and seasoned courtesan, trained in the arts of the senses, trained to keep he body and mind detached, yet she could melt at the merest "right" touch.
This duality was beautifully portrayed, both in dialog and description.
I was a bit disappointed in Wulfric, to be honest. I felt there was quite a few things left out, but I guess that's to be expected - this is the first book in the trilogy.
I just wasn't convinced about his change of mind and his "true" feelings. The description he gave his father was heartwarming indeed (he needed her to feel), and he was thankfully rather quick in voicing the three important words that are supposed to soothe all woes in Romancelandia, but there was still something off. Unfortunately, the sex (this story had plenty of it - whopping 11 scenes crammed into 300 pages) didn't reflect the change in the guy. He still seemed more like a beat in rut than a man in love.
Also, the whole obsession thing went a bit too far for my tastes. Not only it started to get a bit silly with two members of royalty obsessed with one tiny woman - did she sweat drugs or something? - but also it dragged on for too long.
The story, crammed in between the sex scenes (which in my opinion contributed too little to the plot and were getting a bit repetitive toward the end) was wonderful. I loved the futuristic spin on the Romeo and Juliette theme. The action-y climax was wonderfully executed and it was great to finally see Sapphire kick some ass (you go girl!).
This book doesn't have your standard HEA, but more of a HEA tied in with a nice cliffy leading into the next book. There is so many loose ends left after this book, that it's almost imperative to read the second...And of course to make certain the HEA stays a HEA.
King of Sari's favorite concubine (and by the same king's proclamation his karisette - one true love), Sapphire is released after five years of service with a great retiring plan. A house of her own, no need to search for a new protector, and fourteen men at her very beck and call.
Unfortunately one of those men is none other than the crown prince of D'Ashier, Wulfric, who's been tortured almost to death and suddenly finds himself captive of the beguiling beauty. A beguiling beauty who also happens to be the ex mistress of his greatest enemy and the daughter of Sari's national hero.
The thing is, fate seldom chooses wisely, and these two people, supposed to be enemies, soon finds themselves battling an attraction and passion so strong impossible to be denied, knowing full well, their union is doomed from the very start...
I have rather mixed feelings about this book. I absolutely adored Sapphire. This concubine/warrior woman literally stole my heart. She was strong, determined, stubborn to just the right degree, and fiercely protective of the people she regarded as hers. Even of a man who was a complete stranger, and her enemy to boot. Even when she didn't know Wulfric, she went with her instincts (which were never wrong) and put her very life, and the life of her family, on the line...It was a great portent of things to come.
So here you have this fierce warrior and seasoned courtesan, trained in the arts of the senses, trained to keep he body and mind detached, yet she could melt at the merest "right" touch.
This duality was beautifully portrayed, both in dialog and description.
I was a bit disappointed in Wulfric, to be honest. I felt there was quite a few things left out, but I guess that's to be expected - this is the first book in the trilogy.
I just wasn't convinced about his change of mind and his "true" feelings. The description he gave his father was heartwarming indeed (he needed her to feel), and he was thankfully rather quick in voicing the three important words that are supposed to soothe all woes in Romancelandia, but there was still something off. Unfortunately, the sex (this story had plenty of it - whopping 11 scenes crammed into 300 pages) didn't reflect the change in the guy. He still seemed more like a beat in rut than a man in love.
Also, the whole obsession thing went a bit too far for my tastes. Not only it started to get a bit silly with two members of royalty obsessed with one tiny woman - did she sweat drugs or something? - but also it dragged on for too long.
The story, crammed in between the sex scenes (which in my opinion contributed too little to the plot and were getting a bit repetitive toward the end) was wonderful. I loved the futuristic spin on the Romeo and Juliette theme. The action-y climax was wonderfully executed and it was great to finally see Sapphire kick some ass (you go girl!).
This book doesn't have your standard HEA, but more of a HEA tied in with a nice cliffy leading into the next book. There is so many loose ends left after this book, that it's almost imperative to read the second...And of course to make certain the HEA stays a HEA.
December 31, 2020
Not a book I expected from ms day. A good book and one that I wanted to read and couldn't put down once I started it.
A book that starts off with a story line that surprised me but turns out good in the end.
A book that starts off with a story line that surprised me but turns out good in the end.
December 21, 2017
Wait... there's a sequel right?..... RIGHT?!!
June 24, 2022
3.5 stars.
Good Futuristic romance about a prince H, and the favorite concubine(h) of his enemy(king of another area).
Loved the beautiful, strong, curvy h.
Loved the jp H.
Loved the angst.
But it did have too much sex!
Safety spoilers
No virgins.
The h was the favorite concubine of the king for 5 years before the MCs met.
1 descriptive love scene with the om at the beginning before the MCs meet. She has a healthy sex drive and did have orgasms with the om-the king- who also loved her.
No cheating. Once they’re together, it’s only each other for them.
Good Futuristic romance about a prince H, and the favorite concubine(h) of his enemy(king of another area).
Loved the beautiful, strong, curvy h.
Loved the jp H.
Loved the angst.
But it did have too much sex!
Safety spoilers
No virgins.
The h was the favorite concubine of the king for 5 years before the MCs met.
1 descriptive love scene with the om at the beginning before the MCs meet. She has a healthy sex drive and did have orgasms with the om-the king- who also loved her.
No cheating. Once they’re together, it’s only each other for them.
June 2, 2009
In the Flesh by Livia Dare
Futuristic Romance- June 2nd, 2009
4 stars
Theirs is a dangerous, forbidden love.
Sapphire is a trained concubine renowned because she holds the love of the King of Sari. For her, the King is a job and she can never love him because he only sees her as a possession. She does not regret becoming a concubine but has discovered that she does miss her independence. When the jealous Queen of Sari retires her and gives Sapphire her own palace, she is at first joyous. Freedom to live and be her own person is a pleasure she will never take for granted again. However, Sapphire does not realize that the Queen actually intends to punish her by bestowing upon Sapphire a male concubine that will endanger her life and that of her family.
Wulfric is the Crown Prince and mortal enemy of the King of Sari. When he is captured, tortured and finally given to serve the renowned concubine Sapphire he is outraged. All he can think of his is his hatred and a way to escape. Wulfric’s plan is to seduce Sapphire, use her, and ruthlessly gain his freedom. But Sapphire is more than he expects and he finds himself respecting her and wanting things he knows he should not. He has never before met a woman with the strength of character to match his own. He finds Sapphire an aphrodisiac he can’t live without. Wulfric’s finds himself making excuses to stay despite the peril.
For Sapphire, Wulfric is completely different from the King of Sari. He values her opinion and treats her as an individual plus it doesn’t hurt that his sensual skills rival her own! A heady combination indeed.
As Sapphire and Wulf find themselves unwillingly attracted to each other, both know their love is forbidden. But they cannot bear to be parted. Both are caught in an impossible situation especially since Sapphire’s father is the highest commanding officer under the King of Sari. Their love is a betrayal of family and kingdom.
Livia Dare has written an amazing story in a futuristic landscape that is a compelling and fascinating. The love between the 2 star crossed lovers is a delight for the senses. I was particularly interested in Sapphire. It would have been nice to learn more about Sapphire complex history such as her decision/training to become a concubine and her combat training. My favorite part of the story is how Livia Dare portrays Wulfric. He is clearly an alpha male yet he accepts Sapphire as she is and allows her freedom to be herself. He is confident enough in himself that he does not feel the need to dominate her. The only thing I found slightly strange was the abrupt, somewhat rushed ending. I wish more time had been spent on the conclusion. However, the author will release 2 more books which will hopefully reveal more of the world and characters she has created. I highly recommend this story for those who love paranormal and futuristic romances with some very racy scenes! I thoroughly enjoyed this sensual story.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
Futuristic Romance- June 2nd, 2009
4 stars
Theirs is a dangerous, forbidden love.
Sapphire is a trained concubine renowned because she holds the love of the King of Sari. For her, the King is a job and she can never love him because he only sees her as a possession. She does not regret becoming a concubine but has discovered that she does miss her independence. When the jealous Queen of Sari retires her and gives Sapphire her own palace, she is at first joyous. Freedom to live and be her own person is a pleasure she will never take for granted again. However, Sapphire does not realize that the Queen actually intends to punish her by bestowing upon Sapphire a male concubine that will endanger her life and that of her family.
Wulfric is the Crown Prince and mortal enemy of the King of Sari. When he is captured, tortured and finally given to serve the renowned concubine Sapphire he is outraged. All he can think of his is his hatred and a way to escape. Wulfric’s plan is to seduce Sapphire, use her, and ruthlessly gain his freedom. But Sapphire is more than he expects and he finds himself respecting her and wanting things he knows he should not. He has never before met a woman with the strength of character to match his own. He finds Sapphire an aphrodisiac he can’t live without. Wulfric’s finds himself making excuses to stay despite the peril.
For Sapphire, Wulfric is completely different from the King of Sari. He values her opinion and treats her as an individual plus it doesn’t hurt that his sensual skills rival her own! A heady combination indeed.
As Sapphire and Wulf find themselves unwillingly attracted to each other, both know their love is forbidden. But they cannot bear to be parted. Both are caught in an impossible situation especially since Sapphire’s father is the highest commanding officer under the King of Sari. Their love is a betrayal of family and kingdom.
Livia Dare has written an amazing story in a futuristic landscape that is a compelling and fascinating. The love between the 2 star crossed lovers is a delight for the senses. I was particularly interested in Sapphire. It would have been nice to learn more about Sapphire complex history such as her decision/training to become a concubine and her combat training. My favorite part of the story is how Livia Dare portrays Wulfric. He is clearly an alpha male yet he accepts Sapphire as she is and allows her freedom to be herself. He is confident enough in himself that he does not feel the need to dominate her. The only thing I found slightly strange was the abrupt, somewhat rushed ending. I wish more time had been spent on the conclusion. However, the author will release 2 more books which will hopefully reveal more of the world and characters she has created. I highly recommend this story for those who love paranormal and futuristic romances with some very racy scenes! I thoroughly enjoyed this sensual story.
Reviewed by Steph from the Bookaholics Romance Book Club
October 13, 2013
* ARC provided in exchange for an honest review*
This book was previously released back in June 2009 under a Pseudonym of Sylvia Day's - Livia Dare. It's since been re-released in the US on the 24th September 2013 and in the UK on 24th October 2013.
If you are a regular reader of Sylvia Day you will know what to expect in terms of the sexual content of this book. Like all Sylvia Day books, In The Flesh is HOT! Incredibly sensual, explicit, evocative and utterly addictive.
It is set in a futuristic world in which sex for nothing more than pleasure seems to be a core belief of society.
Concubines are highly thought of and valued and undergo years of training before taking up their positions.
Both sexes can serve and throughout the course of their careers they can achieve great wealth and position in society.
What I struggled with in this world was the fact that rich, powerful men had a harem of women and their wives were basically expected to just deal with it.
The King of Sari is in love with his prized concubine Sapphire and refuses anyone elses bed but hers - including his poor wifes!
Sapphire doesn't reciprocate the Kings feelings, feels sorry for the Queen and basically craves more from her life. She is more than happy when the Queen of Sari - to cut a long story short - has her retired.
Retirement in the life of a concubine - at least a successful one like Sapphire - means wealth, independence - freedom.
Sapphire is a very strong woman. She is loyal to those she cares about and feels an instant affinity for Wulf which she doesn't want to feel on account of him being an enemy prince, thus making anything between them impossible without one - or both - of them losing everything.
Wulfric is commanding, ruthless, slightly arrogant, highly intelligent and sexy as hell!
He knows what he wants and he wants Sapphire.
He is conscious of the possible consequences of pursuing Sapphire but he sets about finding work-arounds so that he can have her.
He lets nothing stand in his way and is the driving force in everything that happens between them.
There is plenty of action to go along with the sex 'n' romance.
Lot's of nice twists and turns. Plenty of intrigue.
Overall it is a really enjoyable read.
My only complaint is that the ending leaves loose ends hanging and I'd expect another book to round them off but considering it was originally published years ago it doesn't look likely to happen... Or maybe the fact it has been republished under Sylvia Day means another book will be forthcoming? I guess we'll have to wait and see, but I'll be disappointed if there is not.
I guess to sum it up I'd say that it doesn't steal your soul the way the Crossfire books do but it is definitely on par with Day's regency works, so I definitely recommend!
4 out of 5 stars
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This book was previously released back in June 2009 under a Pseudonym of Sylvia Day's - Livia Dare. It's since been re-released in the US on the 24th September 2013 and in the UK on 24th October 2013.
If you are a regular reader of Sylvia Day you will know what to expect in terms of the sexual content of this book. Like all Sylvia Day books, In The Flesh is HOT! Incredibly sensual, explicit, evocative and utterly addictive.
It is set in a futuristic world in which sex for nothing more than pleasure seems to be a core belief of society.
Concubines are highly thought of and valued and undergo years of training before taking up their positions.
Both sexes can serve and throughout the course of their careers they can achieve great wealth and position in society.
What I struggled with in this world was the fact that rich, powerful men had a harem of women and their wives were basically expected to just deal with it.
The King of Sari is in love with his prized concubine Sapphire and refuses anyone elses bed but hers - including his poor wifes!
Sapphire doesn't reciprocate the Kings feelings, feels sorry for the Queen and basically craves more from her life. She is more than happy when the Queen of Sari - to cut a long story short - has her retired.
Retirement in the life of a concubine - at least a successful one like Sapphire - means wealth, independence - freedom.
Sapphire is a very strong woman. She is loyal to those she cares about and feels an instant affinity for Wulf which she doesn't want to feel on account of him being an enemy prince, thus making anything between them impossible without one - or both - of them losing everything.
Wulfric is commanding, ruthless, slightly arrogant, highly intelligent and sexy as hell!
He knows what he wants and he wants Sapphire.
He is conscious of the possible consequences of pursuing Sapphire but he sets about finding work-arounds so that he can have her.
He lets nothing stand in his way and is the driving force in everything that happens between them.
There is plenty of action to go along with the sex 'n' romance.
Lot's of nice twists and turns. Plenty of intrigue.
Overall it is a really enjoyable read.
My only complaint is that the ending leaves loose ends hanging and I'd expect another book to round them off but considering it was originally published years ago it doesn't look likely to happen... Or maybe the fact it has been republished under Sylvia Day means another book will be forthcoming? I guess we'll have to wait and see, but I'll be disappointed if there is not.
I guess to sum it up I'd say that it doesn't steal your soul the way the Crossfire books do but it is definitely on par with Day's regency works, so I definitely recommend!
4 out of 5 stars
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December 12, 2013
Another super scorching hot read from the ultimate author in erotic fiction! For five long years Sapphire has been the King of Sari's most treasure concubine.
But once that wonderful feeling of freedom hits she is dead set on never ever again being controlled again.
But when she comes face to face with Wulfric and his sensual games she becomes a warrior trapped in a war and the only way out is to surrender.
I simply loved, loved, loved this books and it's characters! The author tied it all in together so stunningly that it truly felt as if I was inside the book living the dreams!
Captivating, heartstopping and so romantic it brought me to my ever loving reading knees with joy.
The author also did a truly wonderful ending , she gave me the happy ending but also left me hanging, which let me know that the next book will be coming and it will be a for sure winner.
I highly recommend this read for anyone and everyone who loves a good hot steamy romance with lots of twists and turns. I was captivated from the very first line.
This author has once again proven why 50 shades is as thing of the past for 100 shades of Sylvia Day is far better and delivers time and time again!
5/5 star review
" Freedom comes at a cost"
*Copy provided by Penguin Books South Africa
December 21, 2018
4 Stars
King of Sari's favorite concubine is Sapphire. She’s been his one and only concubine for 5 years. The major problem with that is the King needs to produce an heir and he has no desire to bed his Queen.
Wulfric “Wulf” is the Prince of D'Ashier and is captured during an ambush at the borderland between D’Asheir and Sari.
The Queen insists the King give up Sapphire because it’s hindering the production of an heir. Sapphire is released from her contract, retired, and given a home of her own. This is when a beaten, almost dead, Wulfric is “given” to Sapphire as a gift from the Queen. Only the Queen was hoping the “gift” would be the death of Wulfric. She was using this to impress the King and show she can be an asset to him.
Only the gift fails and the relationship between Wulf and Sapphire is anything but acrimonious. In this story almost everyone in authority (Whether it’s D’Ashier of Sari) are against their desire to be together.
Liked the story overall. Would have liked a bit more content and a little less sex. No, I’m not a prude. Yes, I read stories that are smutty. I simply found myself skimming many of the sex scenes just to get back to the story.
King of Sari's favorite concubine is Sapphire. She’s been his one and only concubine for 5 years. The major problem with that is the King needs to produce an heir and he has no desire to bed his Queen.
Wulfric “Wulf” is the Prince of D'Ashier and is captured during an ambush at the borderland between D’Asheir and Sari.
The Queen insists the King give up Sapphire because it’s hindering the production of an heir. Sapphire is released from her contract, retired, and given a home of her own. This is when a beaten, almost dead, Wulfric is “given” to Sapphire as a gift from the Queen. Only the Queen was hoping the “gift” would be the death of Wulfric. She was using this to impress the King and show she can be an asset to him.
Only the gift fails and the relationship between Wulf and Sapphire is anything but acrimonious. In this story almost everyone in authority (Whether it’s D’Ashier of Sari) are against their desire to be together.
Liked the story overall. Would have liked a bit more content and a little less sex. No, I’m not a prude. Yes, I read stories that are smutty. I simply found myself skimming many of the sex scenes just to get back to the story.
September 23, 2024
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July 18, 2013
Wow, this was a really hot and well-written book!!! Although there were many graphic scenes, somehow I didn't mind because it was woven seamlessly within the plot and is very much connected with the obsessive feelings the two leads harbor for one another.
Loved the strong h who spoke her mind and wasn't afraid to butt heads with the H when the situation calls for it. I also loved the conflicting emotions the H harbored and how possessive/obsessive he was over her: Even the possibility of the h being a spy couldn't deter his overwhelming need for her and to keep her by his side. He wanted to be with her so much (very alpha about it too, my fave) and wouldn't allow anyone to get in his way, not even her...swoon!
Loved the strong h who spoke her mind and wasn't afraid to butt heads with the H when the situation calls for it. I also loved the conflicting emotions the H harbored and how possessive/obsessive he was over her: Even the possibility of the h being a spy couldn't deter his overwhelming need for her and to keep her by his side. He wanted to be with her so much (very alpha about it too, my fave) and wouldn't allow anyone to get in his way, not even her...swoon!
July 8, 2016
Review on In the Flesh by Sylvia Day:
- started with a 20 pg prologue (!!!)
- writing was great
- the first few chapters were great
- it went downhill when the love interest Wulf turns out to be an anti-feminist asshole, manipulating Sapphire (protag) into having sex
- Sapphire's agency and independence is robbed. There are only a few glimpses of her being a badass warrior.
- internalised misogyny
- sex scenes started off great but became repetitive, boring and blocking the progress of the plot
- stupid & disposable characters, convenient for the main leads to get their way
- the amount of romance/sex undermines the high stakes
Verdict: like any Sylvia Day book, I liked the writing but the plot and characters turned out to be disappointing.
- started with a 20 pg prologue (!!!)
- writing was great
- the first few chapters were great
- it went downhill when the love interest Wulf turns out to be an anti-feminist asshole, manipulating Sapphire (protag) into having sex
- Sapphire's agency and independence is robbed. There are only a few glimpses of her being a badass warrior.
- internalised misogyny
- sex scenes started off great but became repetitive, boring and blocking the progress of the plot
- stupid & disposable characters, convenient for the main leads to get their way
- the amount of romance/sex undermines the high stakes
Verdict: like any Sylvia Day book, I liked the writing but the plot and characters turned out to be disappointing.
November 3, 2013
I was given an advance copy of this book for my honest opinion. In The Flesh, Sylvia Day's romantic forage into science fantasy is deliciously sexy and enticing. I was a bit unsure about what to expect as I began reading this book, but it's another Sylvia Day masterpiece. Katie or Sapphire as she is more widely known, concubine of one king and now lover to Prince Wulfric. Highly trained in combat skills by her father, a general in the King's army, Katie is a seductress and a magnificent warrior. I loved her character. And then there's Prince Wulfric . Mmm another winning male character from Ms. Day. Love the storyline and can't wait to find out what happens next.
August 19, 2014
I thought I'd enjoy this book, but no. The male protagonist is so possessive and the relationship Sapphire and Wulfric have comes across as an abusive one. He treats her really badly and less than a human being. I just couldn't finish this book. If we Wulfric hadn't of been such a prick, I might have enjoyed it a bit more.
May 8, 2012
I really enjoyed reading this short story. The author kept me invested in the outcome in this inventive new world.
July 9, 2010
An ambush-attack on Wulfric when he accompanies a patrol to the borderlands between D'Ashier and Sari and a devious plan of a jealous Queen bring Wulfric and Sapphire together. Wulfric is offered to Sapphire as a servant when the Queen forces her husband to relieve Sapphire from her duties as his concubine. When they find out their respective identities, things get complicated. Wulf returns to his homeland but finds out he can't live without Sapphire and takes her with him against her will. The time they spend together in D'Ashier brings them closer together and their initial passion grows into love. But there are many obstacles in the form of mercenaries out for blood, the war between their kingdoms and a jealous monarch and jilted lover.
Katie "Sapphire" Erikson has been the preferred concubine of the King of Sari for five years and he fell in love with her from the first moment he saw her. Sapphire doesn't reciprocate these feelings and feels awkward towards the Queen who truly loves her husband but must endure his feelings for Sapphire. Sapphire yearns for her freedom and recognition as an individual. Her time as the King's concubine feels like confinement because she is not able to speak her mind or follow her desires and wishes. She is confident, outspoken and smart. She is not only skilled in the amorous ways. When it comes to combat and battle strategies she also has knowledge and skill. She is tough and strong but deep inside she is vulnerable. Her feelings for Wulf take her by surprise and make her feel uncomfortable at first.
Wulfric "Wulf" Andersson is the Crown Prince of D'Ashier. He is ruthless, intelligent, cautious and meticulous. There is truly nothing anti-hero about him. He is the epitome of an honorable warrior hero who is alpha to the core. The moment he sees Sapphire he is under her spell and his feelings confuse him. Before Sapphire women were meant to enjoy temporarily and he didn't commit to one woman alone. Sapphire evokes deep feelings in him. Feelings he has trouble dealing with because of the situation between their kingdoms. One thing I definitely liked about him was how he refused to address Katie as Sapphire after he found out her true name and kept calling her by it. He refused to acknowledge the name another man had given her and this scored big points with me. Wulf's declaration of his love for Katie to his father literally made me cry, it was so beautiful.
The physical chemistry between Wulf and Sapphire is fierce. Their mutual desire sets this book on fire. Their passion leaps of the pages and in the midst of all the extremely hot love scenes, Dare delivers a plot that is unpredictable and fitting the characters and the romance.
Though Sapphire and Wulf and their courtship take center stage in this book, there is enough room for some intriguing and complementing secondary characters such as Gunther and Brenna, King and Queen of Sari. The despair in Brenna of loving someone who loves someone else is palpable in the scenes where Brenna, Sapphire and Gunther appear, especially in the beginning of the book. Other important secondary characters are Sapphire's parents: Grave and Sasha Erikson. The warm relationship between Sapphire and her parents is a delight to read. Contrary to many novels portraying difficult, strained parent-child relationships this one oozes love and warmth. Wulf's relatives, his father Anders and his brother Duncan, are a bit less warm and loving, both of them possessing this cruel, mean streak but in the end the bond between them turns out to be just as strong as Katie's with her parents.
Sometimes it's really great to go into a book unknown, unprepared and totally without expectations. This was one of those times and what I received was a book able to put erotic fantasy romance on my reading map. Combined with the Sci-Fi touch and feel I got a taste of a genre that I don't read regularly. Although I'm not really a Sci-Fi kind of girl (at least not with my reading) I really liked it. It's a nice mix of fantasy, futuristic and historical elements and the book totally caught me off guard. To be honest I am not an avid reader of fantasy, not even fantasy romance but I must admit I have to readjust that statement after reading IN THE FLESH. Maybe that is because it had all the elements I appreciate in other subgenres of romance. The writing was masterful, it was fast-paced, it had suspense, it had humor and it had a love story that was excellently told. And on top of all that it had elements I really wasn't expecting.
Livia Dare’s approach of concubines is one that is rare in the romance world. They are prized, revered and respected. The way she combined this outlook with some scenes that made me think of the romances I read when I just discovered this genre made it a refreshing and original book. There were scenes where Wulf would portray a true conquering warrior with Sapphire as his captive. These scenes brought back memories of the romance novels from back when I was a young girl and read those books with a pounding heart and all flustered. Since then I've become an experienced enough romance reader to recognize and appreciate a great romance novel when I read one and this was definitely that. Furthermore IN THE FLESH was very erotic. Because I went into the book knowing only that it was a fantasy romance I wasn't prepared for the rather explicit love scenes. They were a nice and unexpected treat and an addition to the intriguing and fast-paced plot. A lot happens in the book, keeping me entertained from the first to the last page. I was surprised in a good way with every chapter. I loved the characters, I loved the plot and I melted at the "kidnapping scene" where Wulf takes Sapphire to D'Ashier.
Livia Dare had a surprise for me at every turn. There were moments I thought I knew where she was going with the story but then she'd throw in something totally unpredictable. IN THE FLESH is a perfect mix of great characterization, action and old school romance. It is lush, emotionally gripping and definitely red hot. She has created an elaborate world that has a lot of potential for future books of this trilogy. I am glad I had the pleasure to review this book as an ARC for ROOB because with IN THE FLESH she has given me a very promising and intriguing first installment of a trilogy that is in a genre I would never have discovered on my own: erotic fantasy romance. I'm extremely curious as to where she is taking this trilogy. The end left me with a touching HEA but also with many unanswered questions about how things will proceed.
Quotes:
He sensed she was a kindred spirit, a primitive creature like himself in a world that had long ago evolved and been tamed.
Only when her hands fell to her sides and her legs hung limp over his shoulders did he desist and rest his cheek against her thigh with a breathless chuckle of masculine triumph. As her senses drifted back into awareness, Sapphire resigned herself to the truth. She was in deep trouble.
Katie "Sapphire" Erikson has been the preferred concubine of the King of Sari for five years and he fell in love with her from the first moment he saw her. Sapphire doesn't reciprocate these feelings and feels awkward towards the Queen who truly loves her husband but must endure his feelings for Sapphire. Sapphire yearns for her freedom and recognition as an individual. Her time as the King's concubine feels like confinement because she is not able to speak her mind or follow her desires and wishes. She is confident, outspoken and smart. She is not only skilled in the amorous ways. When it comes to combat and battle strategies she also has knowledge and skill. She is tough and strong but deep inside she is vulnerable. Her feelings for Wulf take her by surprise and make her feel uncomfortable at first.
Wulfric "Wulf" Andersson is the Crown Prince of D'Ashier. He is ruthless, intelligent, cautious and meticulous. There is truly nothing anti-hero about him. He is the epitome of an honorable warrior hero who is alpha to the core. The moment he sees Sapphire he is under her spell and his feelings confuse him. Before Sapphire women were meant to enjoy temporarily and he didn't commit to one woman alone. Sapphire evokes deep feelings in him. Feelings he has trouble dealing with because of the situation between their kingdoms. One thing I definitely liked about him was how he refused to address Katie as Sapphire after he found out her true name and kept calling her by it. He refused to acknowledge the name another man had given her and this scored big points with me. Wulf's declaration of his love for Katie to his father literally made me cry, it was so beautiful.
The physical chemistry between Wulf and Sapphire is fierce. Their mutual desire sets this book on fire. Their passion leaps of the pages and in the midst of all the extremely hot love scenes, Dare delivers a plot that is unpredictable and fitting the characters and the romance.
Though Sapphire and Wulf and their courtship take center stage in this book, there is enough room for some intriguing and complementing secondary characters such as Gunther and Brenna, King and Queen of Sari. The despair in Brenna of loving someone who loves someone else is palpable in the scenes where Brenna, Sapphire and Gunther appear, especially in the beginning of the book. Other important secondary characters are Sapphire's parents: Grave and Sasha Erikson. The warm relationship between Sapphire and her parents is a delight to read. Contrary to many novels portraying difficult, strained parent-child relationships this one oozes love and warmth. Wulf's relatives, his father Anders and his brother Duncan, are a bit less warm and loving, both of them possessing this cruel, mean streak but in the end the bond between them turns out to be just as strong as Katie's with her parents.
Sometimes it's really great to go into a book unknown, unprepared and totally without expectations. This was one of those times and what I received was a book able to put erotic fantasy romance on my reading map. Combined with the Sci-Fi touch and feel I got a taste of a genre that I don't read regularly. Although I'm not really a Sci-Fi kind of girl (at least not with my reading) I really liked it. It's a nice mix of fantasy, futuristic and historical elements and the book totally caught me off guard. To be honest I am not an avid reader of fantasy, not even fantasy romance but I must admit I have to readjust that statement after reading IN THE FLESH. Maybe that is because it had all the elements I appreciate in other subgenres of romance. The writing was masterful, it was fast-paced, it had suspense, it had humor and it had a love story that was excellently told. And on top of all that it had elements I really wasn't expecting.
Livia Dare’s approach of concubines is one that is rare in the romance world. They are prized, revered and respected. The way she combined this outlook with some scenes that made me think of the romances I read when I just discovered this genre made it a refreshing and original book. There were scenes where Wulf would portray a true conquering warrior with Sapphire as his captive. These scenes brought back memories of the romance novels from back when I was a young girl and read those books with a pounding heart and all flustered. Since then I've become an experienced enough romance reader to recognize and appreciate a great romance novel when I read one and this was definitely that. Furthermore IN THE FLESH was very erotic. Because I went into the book knowing only that it was a fantasy romance I wasn't prepared for the rather explicit love scenes. They were a nice and unexpected treat and an addition to the intriguing and fast-paced plot. A lot happens in the book, keeping me entertained from the first to the last page. I was surprised in a good way with every chapter. I loved the characters, I loved the plot and I melted at the "kidnapping scene" where Wulf takes Sapphire to D'Ashier.
Livia Dare had a surprise for me at every turn. There were moments I thought I knew where she was going with the story but then she'd throw in something totally unpredictable. IN THE FLESH is a perfect mix of great characterization, action and old school romance. It is lush, emotionally gripping and definitely red hot. She has created an elaborate world that has a lot of potential for future books of this trilogy. I am glad I had the pleasure to review this book as an ARC for ROOB because with IN THE FLESH she has given me a very promising and intriguing first installment of a trilogy that is in a genre I would never have discovered on my own: erotic fantasy romance. I'm extremely curious as to where she is taking this trilogy. The end left me with a touching HEA but also with many unanswered questions about how things will proceed.
Quotes:
He sensed she was a kindred spirit, a primitive creature like himself in a world that had long ago evolved and been tamed.
Only when her hands fell to her sides and her legs hung limp over his shoulders did he desist and rest his cheek against her thigh with a breathless chuckle of masculine triumph. As her senses drifted back into awareness, Sapphire resigned herself to the truth. She was in deep trouble.
February 16, 2019
Just not my cup of tea. Too much animalistic sex and not enough substance. I listened to the audio and the narrator is very good. Happy reading/listening!
January 13, 2020
SIMMERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR HOT HOT HOTTTTT
April 1, 2020
One of my favorites
I don't usually like sci-fi but I make an exception for this one. Sylvia's writing is seamless just as any veteran writer with a good editor should be! I truly love Wulf and Sapphire's story the way they are dedicated to each other but also their love and loyalty to their countries shows the depth of their character. You get to feel a whole range of emotions throughout the telling of this story so you never get bored! It's really sad that there's not a part two because so many of the characters are likeable that you kinda want to know more about them :)
I don't usually like sci-fi but I make an exception for this one. Sylvia's writing is seamless just as any veteran writer with a good editor should be! I truly love Wulf and Sapphire's story the way they are dedicated to each other but also their love and loyalty to their countries shows the depth of their character. You get to feel a whole range of emotions throughout the telling of this story so you never get bored! It's really sad that there's not a part two because so many of the characters are likeable that you kinda want to know more about them :)
June 16, 2019
Originally Reviewd on Bewitching Bibliophile
This was a fantastic sci-fi read, a romance I didn't know I needed until I was reading it. This takes place in a world that is technologically advanced but still a bit archaic in its societal structures, revolving around Kingdoms at war and all the political intrigue that comes with that.
The Kingdoms ar war have been at it for centuries all stemming from one section of the country rebelling and forming its own country and the former country not accepting them as a separate country even though the other countries in their world have accepted it as such. With the Kingdoms ar war, there are people trying to bring them down, kidnappings, twisted plotlines that include jealous lover and all they will do to bring their obsessions to heel. A good majority of this also stems from a King's obsession and the consequences of that obsession.
I didn't realize the pages were flying by, because I was so captivated by the story. This was a romping good read that had all the political intrigue, mystery, and delicious sex anyone could want. Filled with memorable characters like Kate/Sapphire who is a member of the King's Harem. This makes her the most desirable women in her country where being a Courtesan is a highly respected position. The daughter of the most famous Courtesan and the King's most trusted advisor is a woman who is well schooled in all the arts of being desirable. She's however not as happy as she could be because she's no longer being challenged in her position and she wants what her parents have; a close and intimate relationship with a partner or partners who see her as more than Sapphire.
Kate/ Sapphire is a phenomenal character, who was well rounded and strong without being harsh or lost in either side of her character. Wulfric was a future King trapped behind enemy lines. He becomes intrigued by the woman who has rescued him and wants to know more about her. A man used to being obeyed in all things he's struggling to keep his character in check when he realizes he's further from home than he thought and also being made to be subservient to another.
Kate was a politically astute character who engendered loyalty because she was so genuine. Wulfric was fantastic because even after all he'd been through was unbowed in who he was and what he wanted. Their chemistry was off the charts. I loved their battle of wills and how their story unfolded.
I loved how the world was unfolded without it being an information dump. The glimpses of the differences between Kingdoms and how cultural differences can really set up relationships for success of failure was great to see. The story just drew you in, it's filled with so many plot twists, evil characters & jealousies. I was stunned when it ended and I realized all of this happened in less than 300 pages. I loved that this gave you a great ending for this book but was left in a way that if she ever felt like it a sequel could be written. I'm personally in the bandwagon of more, please!!
★★★★1/2☆
RECOMMENDATIONS
Cyberevolution Series by Kaitlyn O'Connor
Happy Reading my loves,
This was a fantastic sci-fi read, a romance I didn't know I needed until I was reading it. This takes place in a world that is technologically advanced but still a bit archaic in its societal structures, revolving around Kingdoms at war and all the political intrigue that comes with that.
The Kingdoms ar war have been at it for centuries all stemming from one section of the country rebelling and forming its own country and the former country not accepting them as a separate country even though the other countries in their world have accepted it as such. With the Kingdoms ar war, there are people trying to bring them down, kidnappings, twisted plotlines that include jealous lover and all they will do to bring their obsessions to heel. A good majority of this also stems from a King's obsession and the consequences of that obsession.
I didn't realize the pages were flying by, because I was so captivated by the story. This was a romping good read that had all the political intrigue, mystery, and delicious sex anyone could want. Filled with memorable characters like Kate/Sapphire who is a member of the King's Harem. This makes her the most desirable women in her country where being a Courtesan is a highly respected position. The daughter of the most famous Courtesan and the King's most trusted advisor is a woman who is well schooled in all the arts of being desirable. She's however not as happy as she could be because she's no longer being challenged in her position and she wants what her parents have; a close and intimate relationship with a partner or partners who see her as more than Sapphire.
Kate/ Sapphire is a phenomenal character, who was well rounded and strong without being harsh or lost in either side of her character. Wulfric was a future King trapped behind enemy lines. He becomes intrigued by the woman who has rescued him and wants to know more about her. A man used to being obeyed in all things he's struggling to keep his character in check when he realizes he's further from home than he thought and also being made to be subservient to another.
Kate was a politically astute character who engendered loyalty because she was so genuine. Wulfric was fantastic because even after all he'd been through was unbowed in who he was and what he wanted. Their chemistry was off the charts. I loved their battle of wills and how their story unfolded.
I loved how the world was unfolded without it being an information dump. The glimpses of the differences between Kingdoms and how cultural differences can really set up relationships for success of failure was great to see. The story just drew you in, it's filled with so many plot twists, evil characters & jealousies. I was stunned when it ended and I realized all of this happened in less than 300 pages. I loved that this gave you a great ending for this book but was left in a way that if she ever felt like it a sequel could be written. I'm personally in the bandwagon of more, please!!
★★★★1/2☆
RECOMMENDATIONS
Cyberevolution Series by Kaitlyn O'Connor
Happy Reading my loves,
April 7, 2025
Gifted her own castle by the queen, the heroine knows that's because she is a threat to the kingdom. As a favorite to the King, the heroine threatened the monarch so she was removed from the picture. This is suitable to the heroine however, as she longs for freedom and the oppressive obsession of men and their desires. In her new house, she feels hope for the future. Then she discovers that one of the soldiers sent to protect her is not a soldier at all but rather the Prince of the rival Kingdom. Horrified firstly by the condition of his abused body and secondly by her desire for the enemy, the heroine is determined to see him removed from the household. But once he awakens he is far more dangerous. It's a fine line she walks as this Prince was gifted to her by the queen for a reason and until she discovers what that reason is, the man is a threat.
The hero never knew he could feel so addicted to a female before. He is a Prince. Women throw themselves at him and he's never been the type to remember one body from another.... until he meets this woman. She is not the most beautiful but she possesses a very special kind of allure. It's in her lush body under the gowns she wears. It's in her soft voice and intelligent eyes. It's in her danger skill with a knife. Everything about her. Even, yes, the forbidden is like a drug to him. They play of game of master and servant but both know that things are far more dangerous. The chemistry between them, the fact that they can't seem to stay away from each other, all these things scream that this relationship is far more than a standard courtship. But the hero is a Prince, destined to lead his people. She is a former concubine favored by his enemy and lusted after by every man to encounter her. Still, when the hero must return home, he kidnaps her because to be without her is impossible. She puts up a fight but eventually succumbs to her passionate desire for him. Despite his father, the Kings disapproval, despite her refusal to be another man’s plaything, despite they standing on opposite sides of a war, the hero refuses to accept that he must live without her. To have her, to show her his love, he is willing to break every rule and carve his own way to leadership with the heroine at his side.
This could have been a much better book if it lacked that erotic theme. I grew extremely tired of the frequent and predictable sex scenes that existed in nearly every single chapter. I get that this is an erotic romance and that sex is a major part of that genre but I was disappointed because I thought that with a little more time spent of the 'romance' aspect' I would have related more to it. There were brief moments of true heart in this novel. True passion and true love. But it was swallowed up by all the cocks, pussies and other erotic language. I want sex as much as the next healthy female but not when it overshadows the romance and I felt like it did in the case of In the Flesh. The hero was arrogant but I admired him greatly for sticking to his guns and refusing to give the heroine up. Yes, at first he treated her like a possession but he was never completely disrespectful and always she felt that respect and that worship he had towards her. No matter how frustrated she got with him, she could always feel difference between him and the King. He fell in love with her from the first moment he saw her but didn't know it. He never considered himself the type of man to love a woman but the heroine was no ordinary woman. She was fiery and alluring and possesses a very keen ability to make men fall over themselves to either have her in their bed or protect her from harm. She was described as not a radiant beauty but rather a woman in touch with herself and broadcasted strength and feminine sexuality. The issue with this book, despite the erotic genre was the fact that I couldn't understand this setting. It was futuristic yes, but it had a middle Eastern vibe. Some characters were exotic names while the heroine was named Katie. Sometimes the language was foreign, sometimes it would fall back into American slang. Overall, I found this book tolerable but not anything special.
The hero never knew he could feel so addicted to a female before. He is a Prince. Women throw themselves at him and he's never been the type to remember one body from another.... until he meets this woman. She is not the most beautiful but she possesses a very special kind of allure. It's in her lush body under the gowns she wears. It's in her soft voice and intelligent eyes. It's in her danger skill with a knife. Everything about her. Even, yes, the forbidden is like a drug to him. They play of game of master and servant but both know that things are far more dangerous. The chemistry between them, the fact that they can't seem to stay away from each other, all these things scream that this relationship is far more than a standard courtship. But the hero is a Prince, destined to lead his people. She is a former concubine favored by his enemy and lusted after by every man to encounter her. Still, when the hero must return home, he kidnaps her because to be without her is impossible. She puts up a fight but eventually succumbs to her passionate desire for him. Despite his father, the Kings disapproval, despite her refusal to be another man’s plaything, despite they standing on opposite sides of a war, the hero refuses to accept that he must live without her. To have her, to show her his love, he is willing to break every rule and carve his own way to leadership with the heroine at his side.
This could have been a much better book if it lacked that erotic theme. I grew extremely tired of the frequent and predictable sex scenes that existed in nearly every single chapter. I get that this is an erotic romance and that sex is a major part of that genre but I was disappointed because I thought that with a little more time spent of the 'romance' aspect' I would have related more to it. There were brief moments of true heart in this novel. True passion and true love. But it was swallowed up by all the cocks, pussies and other erotic language. I want sex as much as the next healthy female but not when it overshadows the romance and I felt like it did in the case of In the Flesh. The hero was arrogant but I admired him greatly for sticking to his guns and refusing to give the heroine up. Yes, at first he treated her like a possession but he was never completely disrespectful and always she felt that respect and that worship he had towards her. No matter how frustrated she got with him, she could always feel difference between him and the King. He fell in love with her from the first moment he saw her but didn't know it. He never considered himself the type of man to love a woman but the heroine was no ordinary woman. She was fiery and alluring and possesses a very keen ability to make men fall over themselves to either have her in their bed or protect her from harm. She was described as not a radiant beauty but rather a woman in touch with herself and broadcasted strength and feminine sexuality. The issue with this book, despite the erotic genre was the fact that I couldn't understand this setting. It was futuristic yes, but it had a middle Eastern vibe. Some characters were exotic names while the heroine was named Katie. Sometimes the language was foreign, sometimes it would fall back into American slang. Overall, I found this book tolerable but not anything special.
November 9, 2018
The book lacked details on the kind of world it was set. It may be a part of a series that i dont know of, but for first time reader of the author, there is no proper description on what kind of universe or planet they live. It talked about dessert but doesnt really describe a terrain - maybe it set in mars.
There was no foreground to describe the generation or technology the book is meant to be at.
Overall, i wasn’t really so satisfied of the story..i stopped reading for days and tempted not to complete it. But i gave it a chance and decided to just get it over with. But nope, my perception didnt change.
There was no foreground to describe the generation or technology the book is meant to be at.
Overall, i wasn’t really so satisfied of the story..i stopped reading for days and tempted not to complete it. But i gave it a chance and decided to just get it over with. But nope, my perception didnt change.
September 9, 2014
What a great read
This is not the simple girl meets king and they are happy forever after.Sapphire is concubine to one king when she meets a man she believes is a slave. Turns out he is the enemy king and a man she can truly love. Sapphire has to consider giving up everything, her world, her family. She realizes that this is all worth it if she can be the equal of the man she loves. It is not an easy journey.
This is supposed to be a trilogy but it has been five years. At least the story did not end on a cliffhanger.
This is not the simple girl meets king and they are happy forever after.Sapphire is concubine to one king when she meets a man she believes is a slave. Turns out he is the enemy king and a man she can truly love. Sapphire has to consider giving up everything, her world, her family. She realizes that this is all worth it if she can be the equal of the man she loves. It is not an easy journey.
This is supposed to be a trilogy but it has been five years. At least the story did not end on a cliffhanger.
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