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Cursed as an infant with a lack of physical and emotional gravity, Prince Efrosin can’t keep his feet on the ground or his head out of the clouds. Laughing his way through life, he’s never been weighed down by love and lust.
Then one fateful day, his tenuous tie to the earth is severed and he blows away on the wind. He’s rescued by Dmitri, a handsome young woodsman who suffers from a mysterious curse of his own, and the two strangers are irresistibly drawn together. Experiencing sex and love for the first time, they dive into a delightfully sensual and passionate affair.
But the evil witch who cursed them is planning her ultimate revenge. Efrosin and Dmitri must fight to find their fairy tale ending and live happily ever after.
This is a retold fairy tale with an erotic twist. Previously published as Earthly Desires.
This is a previously published edition of ISBN 9781626227422
Then one fateful day, his tenuous tie to the earth is severed and he blows away on the wind. He’s rescued by Dmitri, a handsome young woodsman who suffers from a mysterious curse of his own, and the two strangers are irresistibly drawn together. Experiencing sex and love for the first time, they dive into a delightfully sensual and passionate affair.
But the evil witch who cursed them is planning her ultimate revenge. Efrosin and Dmitri must fight to find their fairy tale ending and live happily ever after.
This is a retold fairy tale with an erotic twist. Previously published as Earthly Desires.
This is a previously published edition of ISBN 9781626227422
86 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 29, 2012
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February 16, 2024
This was a very lovely fairy tale. Efrosin is very adorable in his light way. I didn't understand it at first, silly me ... but then when it finally clicked, it was really absolutely wonderful. I didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
When he meets Dmitri ... oh so great. The two of them together are terrific and there were some very nice sex scenes, also awesome how they can't keep their hands off each other so much.
“I hope you intend to ravish me, because I have always imagined it would be quite fun to be ravished. No one’s ever tried it with me, alas.”
Efrosin frowned a little and licked his mouth. “You taste like dirt. It’s delicious, though I’ve never enjoyed the taste of dirt before. How odd.”
“You taste like clouds,” Dmitri said, hoping it was a compliment. ⛅️🤩⛅️
That being said, this is not a smutty story, I think plot and romance and sex and then love are perfectly balanced and provide a really good story that also leaves a very satisfying smile at the end.
Sooo, why no better rating? I didn't like the interruptions to the actual plot at all. A book that I could have read in maybe an hour has now taken me weeks, WEEKS, because the stories in the story have thrown me off the flow every time. Grmpf, very annoying. I understand that you have to include the why somehow, but it really bugged me immensely.
When he meets Dmitri ... oh so great. The two of them together are terrific and there were some very nice sex scenes, also awesome how they can't keep their hands off each other so much.
“I hope you intend to ravish me, because I have always imagined it would be quite fun to be ravished. No one’s ever tried it with me, alas.”
Efrosin frowned a little and licked his mouth. “You taste like dirt. It’s delicious, though I’ve never enjoyed the taste of dirt before. How odd.”
“You taste like clouds,” Dmitri said, hoping it was a compliment. ⛅️🤩⛅️
That being said, this is not a smutty story, I think plot and romance and sex and then love are perfectly balanced and provide a really good story that also leaves a very satisfying smile at the end.
Sooo, why no better rating? I didn't like the interruptions to the actual plot at all. A book that I could have read in maybe an hour has now taken me weeks, WEEKS, because the stories in the story have thrown me off the flow every time. Grmpf, very annoying. I understand that you have to include the why somehow, but it really bugged me immensely.
July 13, 2018
Definitely a different fairytale. I found that I did not like Efrosin for the majority of the book and I wish I had a few more pages seeing him changed other than just the epilogue. But it was a quick read and enjoyable.
August 15, 2012
4.25 stars
"Once upon a time, there was a kingdom at the edge of what was and what could never be ..."
I have a soft heart for fairy tales (that is why I watched "Once Upon A Time" season 1 religiously) -- and my, what a lovely fairy tale this one is. It has a cursed prince, a cursed woodsman, and a path to love and happily ever after.
Efrosin is a prince who is cursed for lacking gravity, physically and emotionally. Known as The Light Prince, Efrosin doesn't understand any 'heavy' emotion. He doesn't understand sadness, grief, loneliness -- he often inappopriately reacts to those by laughing or giggling. The only emotion he has is the airy kind. Efrosin does feels different in the water, because the water prevents him from floating away.
Dmitri, on the other hand, is burden with heavy emotion. Cursed by a witch on his birth that he cannot leave the land he lives in, Dmitri feels very lonely. Especially after his parents die. He can only dream about faraway land. He is bound to the earth and gravity his only friend.
When Efrosin is blown away by the wind and ends up in a tree, Dmitri rescues Efrosin. And what follows is the story on how Efrosin finds his gravity, Dmitri finds his freedom, and the two men finds love. Awwwwwww.
The two characters are very different and yet very captivating. Efrosin and his almost childish innocence, as he cajoles Dmitri to ravish him. Dmitri is more quiet -- he seems to be quite flabbergasted by the prince. I even enjoyed reading the ravishment part, I didn't skipped the scenes! Reading about Efrosin who tastes like clouds and Dmitri who tastes like earth is wonderful.
“And you will ravish me, won’t you? Once we’re on the ground. You promised. You’re so handsome, and your hands are so big. I’m aquiver at the thought of you on me, in me, touching me—”
“Oh my God,” Dmitri choked. “Do you speak to everyone who gets you down from trees this way?”
The writing is so beautiful -- very fairy tale like. And of course we have that grand finale, where sacrifice is made before Efrosin and Dmitri can find their way to be together, just like any other fairy tales: Snow White bites the apple, Cinderella turns back to her poor self at midnight, Prince Phillip must slays the dragon -- and in this one, Efrosin must saves Dmitri from death, as the prince also discovers the meaning of grief and true love. The scene is so powerful and I'm choked with emotion. But of course, true love prevails. The epilogue is sweet, and I'm all feeling fuzzy inside ...
I read that this is a new series from the two authors, and I honestly cannot wait to read what other fairy tales that they will write.
PS: See also the great review from Anne-Marie of this book, right here.
"Once upon a time, there was a kingdom at the edge of what was and what could never be ..."
I have a soft heart for fairy tales (that is why I watched "Once Upon A Time" season 1 religiously) -- and my, what a lovely fairy tale this one is. It has a cursed prince, a cursed woodsman, and a path to love and happily ever after.
Efrosin is a prince who is cursed for lacking gravity, physically and emotionally. Known as The Light Prince, Efrosin doesn't understand any 'heavy' emotion. He doesn't understand sadness, grief, loneliness -- he often inappopriately reacts to those by laughing or giggling. The only emotion he has is the airy kind. Efrosin does feels different in the water, because the water prevents him from floating away.
Dmitri, on the other hand, is burden with heavy emotion. Cursed by a witch on his birth that he cannot leave the land he lives in, Dmitri feels very lonely. Especially after his parents die. He can only dream about faraway land. He is bound to the earth and gravity his only friend.
When Efrosin is blown away by the wind and ends up in a tree, Dmitri rescues Efrosin. And what follows is the story on how Efrosin finds his gravity, Dmitri finds his freedom, and the two men finds love. Awwwwwww.
The two characters are very different and yet very captivating. Efrosin and his almost childish innocence, as he cajoles Dmitri to ravish him. Dmitri is more quiet -- he seems to be quite flabbergasted by the prince. I even enjoyed reading the ravishment part, I didn't skipped the scenes! Reading about Efrosin who tastes like clouds and Dmitri who tastes like earth is wonderful.
“And you will ravish me, won’t you? Once we’re on the ground. You promised. You’re so handsome, and your hands are so big. I’m aquiver at the thought of you on me, in me, touching me—”
“Oh my God,” Dmitri choked. “Do you speak to everyone who gets you down from trees this way?”
The writing is so beautiful -- very fairy tale like. And of course we have that grand finale, where sacrifice is made before Efrosin and Dmitri can find their way to be together, just like any other fairy tales: Snow White bites the apple, Cinderella turns back to her poor self at midnight, Prince Phillip must slays the dragon -- and in this one, Efrosin must saves Dmitri from death, as the prince also discovers the meaning of grief and true love. The scene is so powerful and I'm choked with emotion. But of course, true love prevails. The epilogue is sweet, and I'm all feeling fuzzy inside ...
I read that this is a new series from the two authors, and I honestly cannot wait to read what other fairy tales that they will write.
PS: See also the great review from Anne-Marie of this book, right here.
December 27, 2012
I love Fairytales and this is definitely one, it's written like the ones I read as a child, just with a lot more sex..yep, a lot more!
Efrosin is a cursed Prince, cursed to not be bound by gravity. He literally floats away but as if that isn't bad enough he is also not capable of deeper emotions.
He might appear happy, but as we find out he really isn't. During an unfortunate incident where he is on his way to float out of the earth's atmosphere he gets stuck in a tree and is rescued by Dimitri.
Dimitri has his own curse and he is terribly lonely but the arrival of Efrosin changes both of them.
Since this is a Fairytale so of course the bad witch can't let them be happy and there has to be sacrifices made..just because she really is a bitter person and it makes for more drama.
But it's a Fairytale so you know it's going to have a HEA!
Efrosin is a cursed Prince, cursed to not be bound by gravity. He literally floats away but as if that isn't bad enough he is also not capable of deeper emotions.
He might appear happy, but as we find out he really isn't. During an unfortunate incident where he is on his way to float out of the earth's atmosphere he gets stuck in a tree and is rescued by Dimitri.
Dimitri has his own curse and he is terribly lonely but the arrival of Efrosin changes both of them.
Since this is a Fairytale so of course the bad witch can't let them be happy and there has to be sacrifices made..just because she really is a bitter person and it makes for more drama.
But it's a Fairytale so you know it's going to have a HEA!
June 10, 2017
2.5 Stars
Just like the blurb says, Efrosin and Dimitri finally find that special person in the other. How will they overcome their curses, and to what lengths will they go to for love?
A bit absurd. A lot silly. Sexy and touching with a classic fairy tale set up and the requisite happily ever after.
Just like the blurb says, Efrosin and Dimitri finally find that special person in the other. How will they overcome their curses, and to what lengths will they go to for love?
A bit absurd. A lot silly. Sexy and touching with a classic fairy tale set up and the requisite happily ever after.
November 25, 2015
What an incredibly sweet fairytale of 2 cursed boys.
We have sweet romance, the I-cannot-live-without-you love, and an evil witch to complete the story.
We have sweet romance, the I-cannot-live-without-you love, and an evil witch to complete the story.
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January 13, 2016
3 Stars
Completely ridiculous, yet utterly delightful - what all good fairy tales should be.
Completely ridiculous, yet utterly delightful - what all good fairy tales should be.
January 15, 2016
This book just about killed my OCD. Not the book as much as finding out it is a series after reading Rise: A Gay Fairy Tale first which is really book two! I read out of order! OMG!! Anyway...
I thought this was very cute, very sexy, very funny and a very well done Fairy Tale.
I thought this was very cute, very sexy, very funny and a very well done Fairy Tale.
March 23, 2016
Okay, so I get why some people aren't huge fans of this one, but any time a book can make me laugh with the same content that makes me want to ugly cry? That's something.
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July 11, 2016
*** 2.5 Stars ***
Well written and imaginative, but Blake & Andrews created a thoroughly unlikable MC... on purpose. I didn't quite how I was supposed to come to care for his character and find him worthy of Dmitri. :(
Well written and imaginative, but Blake & Andrews created a thoroughly unlikable MC... on purpose. I didn't quite how I was supposed to come to care for his character and find him worthy of Dmitri. :(
August 2, 2012
I am a sucker for fairytales and this one had a fascinating premise: a prince cursed with weightlessness.
It is not so much the lack of gravity that intrigues but what lies beneath: a lack of emotion and depth of feeling. Efrosin, the prince, is not capable of love and therefore neither of sorrow nor compassion. The only sensations he experiences are giddy joy and gleeful terror. All of his good cheer makes him something of an innocent who is plagued by selfishness and irresponsibility. Yet it is hard to resent him for it, his laughter charms others into forgiving the indifference in his words. Perhaps all this obliviousness to feelings is a blessing in disguise since he has no notion that he leads a tragically lonely life.
Enter Dmitri, who is all too aware of what it means to be cursed into a lonely existence. His sole hope is to encounter a rare wanderer to brighten his day for a brief instant. His sudden encounter with beautiful Efrosin is therefore like a vision of heaven, which strikes a deep chord with Dmitri. He battles with his conscience and is faced with the choice to surrender to desire or to honour (and return Efrosin to his Kingdom). Suffice it to say, without revealing more, that our two men discover what it means to love. A multi-layered and sometimes moving journey.
The story opens with a great first paragraph in true fairytale fashion. The storytelling is well-paced, however, the flow is in danger of disruption at times with the many (back)stories within the story. The back story of Efrosin and Dmitri are vital but the back story of the four sisters seemed partly a re-telling of Efrosin's back story, so seemed in part superfluous.
The imagery is vivid. Dmitri and Efrosin are well rounded and likeable archetypal characters. Their chemistry and attraction is undeniable. It was the first time I read a fairytale that contained explicit sex and even though it was artfully done and I enjoy a hot romp, I could have done without, which, I realised, is a compliment to the story. Having said that, Efrosin's wantonness and need was fun to read and Dmitri's willingness to meet that need was touching. The road to love of course was the best thing of all. Fairytales are all about symbolism and transformation and it was those elements I liked most in the story.
I have one rhetorical question though: what do clouds taste like? Water, fire and earth can be easily translated into a flavour but clouds?
Overall a good read and a promising start to a fairytale series. I'm eager to read the next one!
I should add that I had not read the original Scottish story which inspired this one and I'm going to read it next. I'm very curious how the two compare.
It is not so much the lack of gravity that intrigues but what lies beneath: a lack of emotion and depth of feeling. Efrosin, the prince, is not capable of love and therefore neither of sorrow nor compassion. The only sensations he experiences are giddy joy and gleeful terror. All of his good cheer makes him something of an innocent who is plagued by selfishness and irresponsibility. Yet it is hard to resent him for it, his laughter charms others into forgiving the indifference in his words. Perhaps all this obliviousness to feelings is a blessing in disguise since he has no notion that he leads a tragically lonely life.
Enter Dmitri, who is all too aware of what it means to be cursed into a lonely existence. His sole hope is to encounter a rare wanderer to brighten his day for a brief instant. His sudden encounter with beautiful Efrosin is therefore like a vision of heaven, which strikes a deep chord with Dmitri. He battles with his conscience and is faced with the choice to surrender to desire or to honour (and return Efrosin to his Kingdom). Suffice it to say, without revealing more, that our two men discover what it means to love. A multi-layered and sometimes moving journey.
The story opens with a great first paragraph in true fairytale fashion. The storytelling is well-paced, however, the flow is in danger of disruption at times with the many (back)stories within the story. The back story of Efrosin and Dmitri are vital but the back story of the four sisters seemed partly a re-telling of Efrosin's back story, so seemed in part superfluous.
The imagery is vivid. Dmitri and Efrosin are well rounded and likeable archetypal characters. Their chemistry and attraction is undeniable. It was the first time I read a fairytale that contained explicit sex and even though it was artfully done and I enjoy a hot romp, I could have done without, which, I realised, is a compliment to the story. Having said that, Efrosin's wantonness and need was fun to read and Dmitri's willingness to meet that need was touching. The road to love of course was the best thing of all. Fairytales are all about symbolism and transformation and it was those elements I liked most in the story.
I have one rhetorical question though: what do clouds taste like? Water, fire and earth can be easily translated into a flavour but clouds?
Overall a good read and a promising start to a fairytale series. I'm eager to read the next one!
I should add that I had not read the original Scottish story which inspired this one and I'm going to read it next. I'm very curious how the two compare.
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September 20, 2015Cursed as an infant with a lack of physical and emotional gravity, Prince Efrosin can’t keep his feet on the ground or his head out of the clouds. Laughing his way through life, he’s never been weighed down by love and lust.
Then one fateful day, his tenuous tie to the earth is severed and he blows away on the wind. He’s rescued by Dmitri, a handsome young woodsman who suffers from a mysterious curse of his own, and the two strangers are irresistibly drawn together. Experiencing sex and love for the first time, they dive into a delightfully sensual and passionate affair.
But the evil witch who cursed them is planning her ultimate revenge. Efrosin and Dmitri must fight to find their fairy tale ending and live happily ever after.
Originally published in 2012 as Earthly Desires.
Then one fateful day, his tenuous tie to the earth is severed and he blows away on the wind. He’s rescued by Dmitri, a handsome young woodsman who suffers from a mysterious curse of his own, and the two strangers are irresistibly drawn together. Experiencing sex and love for the first time, they dive into a delightfully sensual and passionate affair.
But the evil witch who cursed them is planning her ultimate revenge. Efrosin and Dmitri must fight to find their fairy tale ending and live happily ever after.
Originally published in 2012 as Earthly Desires.
August 4, 2019
La bellezza di una fiabia mm! Particolare, mi è piaciuto un sacco! Il principe fatto di aria e con l’amore per l’acqua, il suo compagno predestinato creato dalla terra e il loro amore che crea il fuoco! Fantastico!
October 10, 2018
Not my favorite by these authors. It was different, and a novel premise but maybe not for me.
August 26, 2012
4.5 stars
Review Summary: An engaging fairy tale, it makes a wonderful "feel good" or comfort read.
Review: Once upon a time, there was an m/m romance that with its first paragraph transported me to that magical realm of fairy tales. I'll share that paragraph now, an invitation to join me there:
Efrosin was just as lonely in his palace full of people as Dmitri was in his cottage in the woods. Who wants to play with someone who's always floating away? And, worse, who giggles at the most inopportune things? Because Efrosin had no gravity, he didn't experience or understand deeper emotions like sadness. He was fascinated by it and loved to hear sad stories, especially ones that obviously sadden the teller. But laughing and clapping gleefully at evidence of others' pain is not exactly the best way to win friends.
Dmitri was very much Efrosin's opposite, a solidly grounded young man who clearly felt things deeply. As such, the two were perfect foils for each other, and wonderfully complementary. We all know that when two such people meet, magic can happen. So it's no surprise that it did.
With Dmitri, for the first time Efrosin started to experience gravity, both emotionally and physically. He was a likable character to begin with, but with the onset of some gravity and the resulting character growth, he became even more appealing. One of the changes was that he felt lust, something he'd witnessed in others (it's amazing how few people look up at the rafters when they're engaged in sexy-times; so much for "I'll paint the ceiling beige") but never experienced for himself before. While Dmitri had felt lust countless times, for the first time he got to experience it with another person (a magical experience in itself!).
What followed was a gloriously raunchy and hedonistic time. It was a little more than I really wanted to read in so short a story, but Efrosin and Dmitri were both so clearly deprived that I could hardly fault them for grabbing the opportunity (and each other). Funny though the Mary Poppinsish (another great fairy tale!) moment was when Efrosin started giggling and rising toward the ceiling, I think it contributed to my not being totally engaged in the sex scenes. I suddenly had "I Love to Laugh" running through my head, along with visions of Ed Wynn, Dick Van Dyke, and Julie Andrews bobbing merrily around the ceiling. Which is entertaining, but hardly sexy!
But that was just one moment in what otherwise felt like a “real” fairy tale, complete with that sense of no-time and all-time, nowhere and everywhere. This story is beautifully written, almost lyrical in its flow, like the fairy tales of yore. Of course, the evil witch came along and presented our heroes with an impossible choice. Without giving too much away, the characteristics and growth of both heroes made it possible for them to save the world and each other, and live happily ever after.
This was a light (ha!), fun, engaging story. Great for a beach read, a comfort read; one of those moments you want something you know will make you laugh, smile, and feel good.
This review was originally posted at Reviews by Jessewave, where I received the book for free in exchange for an honest review.
Review Summary: An engaging fairy tale, it makes a wonderful "feel good" or comfort read.
Review: Once upon a time, there was an m/m romance that with its first paragraph transported me to that magical realm of fairy tales. I'll share that paragraph now, an invitation to join me there:
Once upon a time, there was a kingdom at the edge of what was and what could never be. At the center of this kingdom was a castle, and within this castle was a king. Inside this king was a terribly selfish heart.With me now? Good. Here's the story of a lovely prince with hair of gold and a lack of gravity. Here's the story of a man named Dmitri, who was living in a cottage all alone. Till the one day when the prince met this fellow, and they knew that it was much more than a hunch... (*cough* Sorry, I think my lack of gravitas is Efrosin's fault) ...that something special happened when they were together.
Efrosin was just as lonely in his palace full of people as Dmitri was in his cottage in the woods. Who wants to play with someone who's always floating away? And, worse, who giggles at the most inopportune things? Because Efrosin had no gravity, he didn't experience or understand deeper emotions like sadness. He was fascinated by it and loved to hear sad stories, especially ones that obviously sadden the teller. But laughing and clapping gleefully at evidence of others' pain is not exactly the best way to win friends.
Dmitri was very much Efrosin's opposite, a solidly grounded young man who clearly felt things deeply. As such, the two were perfect foils for each other, and wonderfully complementary. We all know that when two such people meet, magic can happen. So it's no surprise that it did.
With Dmitri, for the first time Efrosin started to experience gravity, both emotionally and physically. He was a likable character to begin with, but with the onset of some gravity and the resulting character growth, he became even more appealing. One of the changes was that he felt lust, something he'd witnessed in others (it's amazing how few people look up at the rafters when they're engaged in sexy-times; so much for "I'll paint the ceiling beige") but never experienced for himself before. While Dmitri had felt lust countless times, for the first time he got to experience it with another person (a magical experience in itself!).
What followed was a gloriously raunchy and hedonistic time. It was a little more than I really wanted to read in so short a story, but Efrosin and Dmitri were both so clearly deprived that I could hardly fault them for grabbing the opportunity (and each other). Funny though the Mary Poppinsish (another great fairy tale!) moment was when Efrosin started giggling and rising toward the ceiling, I think it contributed to my not being totally engaged in the sex scenes. I suddenly had "I Love to Laugh" running through my head, along with visions of Ed Wynn, Dick Van Dyke, and Julie Andrews bobbing merrily around the ceiling. Which is entertaining, but hardly sexy!
But that was just one moment in what otherwise felt like a “real” fairy tale, complete with that sense of no-time and all-time, nowhere and everywhere. This story is beautifully written, almost lyrical in its flow, like the fairy tales of yore. Of course, the evil witch came along and presented our heroes with an impossible choice. Without giving too much away, the characteristics and growth of both heroes made it possible for them to save the world and each other, and live happily ever after.
This was a light (ha!), fun, engaging story. Great for a beach read, a comfort read; one of those moments you want something you know will make you laugh, smile, and feel good.
This review was originally posted at Reviews by Jessewave, where I received the book for free in exchange for an honest review.
June 15, 2016
“It’s quite delightful, except that it’s terrifying. Which is, of course, how so many of the best things are.”
This was cute, funny and steamy. Lately my e-books have been very naughty and I love that, very much! This fairy tale was all kinds of absurd but, well, it’s a tale, right? First of all it has a happily ever after ending which I love. Then it has two wonderful main characters, one a prince and the other a woodcutter. It has all the elements to a wonderful tale of new meetings, love and….SEX, lots and lots of incredible sex.
“This gravity everyone loves so well is rather useless.”
An evil witch has cursed Prince Efrosin on the day of his christening. He has no weight and he doesn’t suffer from gravity. This curse also affects his personality: he is shallow and doesn’t really feel anything but joy even if the things being told to him aren’t happy at all. On the day of his 18th birthday he convinced Geoffrey to take him, kite-style, to take a look around. It is extremely dangerous since the wind can take him easily away to certain death.
“Well, I am very happy to be alive. It would be awfully dreary to be dead.”
Guess what? It happens and our weightless Prince flies away but, luckily, he doesn’t die but end up stuck on a tree only to be found by our woodcutter, Dmitri who at first thought he was seeing an angel falling from the sky. Their meeting is meant to be, fate wants it and I wanted it. At first it was purely physical. Dmitri has been by himself due to his curse that binds him to his land, and Efrosin hasn’t been with anyone ever because nobody has a "weight" on him. Not until Dmitri comes in a rocks his world. Oh my goodness, did they have fun in that cabin in the woods! It was hot beyond measure, one hot scene after the other.
“As your prince, I command you, take me into your home and defile me.”
Being with Dmitri feels different; Efrosin feels things when he is with him, he also feels gravity. This is a thing it hadn’t happened before, not ever, for anyone and Efrosin doesn’t want this to end.
Besides, what on earth could be more romantic than being taken in a hard and desperate manner by my rescuing prince?
I know I didn’t want it to end. This book or I should say short story was lovely. I liked it a lot and it left me wanting for more. The epilogue was excellent, hilarious and absurd, like everything else. Can’t wait to read the other fairy tales in this series.
Observing the sky turning the color of the knight’s bruises after a tournament.
Isn’t this the most beautiful way to describe the sunset?
This was cute, funny and steamy. Lately my e-books have been very naughty and I love that, very much! This fairy tale was all kinds of absurd but, well, it’s a tale, right? First of all it has a happily ever after ending which I love. Then it has two wonderful main characters, one a prince and the other a woodcutter. It has all the elements to a wonderful tale of new meetings, love and….SEX, lots and lots of incredible sex.
“This gravity everyone loves so well is rather useless.”
An evil witch has cursed Prince Efrosin on the day of his christening. He has no weight and he doesn’t suffer from gravity. This curse also affects his personality: he is shallow and doesn’t really feel anything but joy even if the things being told to him aren’t happy at all. On the day of his 18th birthday he convinced Geoffrey to take him, kite-style, to take a look around. It is extremely dangerous since the wind can take him easily away to certain death.
“Well, I am very happy to be alive. It would be awfully dreary to be dead.”
Guess what? It happens and our weightless Prince flies away but, luckily, he doesn’t die but end up stuck on a tree only to be found by our woodcutter, Dmitri who at first thought he was seeing an angel falling from the sky. Their meeting is meant to be, fate wants it and I wanted it. At first it was purely physical. Dmitri has been by himself due to his curse that binds him to his land, and Efrosin hasn’t been with anyone ever because nobody has a "weight" on him. Not until Dmitri comes in a rocks his world. Oh my goodness, did they have fun in that cabin in the woods! It was hot beyond measure, one hot scene after the other.
“As your prince, I command you, take me into your home and defile me.”
Being with Dmitri feels different; Efrosin feels things when he is with him, he also feels gravity. This is a thing it hadn’t happened before, not ever, for anyone and Efrosin doesn’t want this to end.
Besides, what on earth could be more romantic than being taken in a hard and desperate manner by my rescuing prince?
I know I didn’t want it to end. This book or I should say short story was lovely. I liked it a lot and it left me wanting for more. The epilogue was excellent, hilarious and absurd, like everything else. Can’t wait to read the other fairy tales in this series.
Observing the sky turning the color of the knight’s bruises after a tournament.
Isn’t this the most beautiful way to describe the sunset?
April 7, 2014
This was a wonderful fairy tale, witty and whimsical, sexy and silly, surprisingly touching at times, laugh-out-loud funny at others, and when the plot really got rolling, a complete page-turner.
January 15, 2015
A sweet and charming fairytale about two seemingly star-crossed lovers. Inspired and entertaining with a touch of smut for flavor.
July 15, 2012
My friend suggested this book to me when I mentioned that I loved fairy tales made new, especially if they turn gender expectations on their heads. I hadn't anticipated the entire boy-on-boy angle, but, damn, if it wasn't fun. Not to mention really very hot. I've read and enjoyed a few gay books in the past, so it wasn't a total surprise that I liked it, but the graphicness of this book was a huge turn on. I loved that it was two guys instead of the usual girl/boy of most fairy tales. The characters were funny and likable, and I laughed out loud a couple of times, which never happens when I read books. It was just a dang fun, sexy, summer read and I am now on a m/m buying spree! I can't believe I forgot how much I enjoyed gay romances! Sexy, funny, romantic, charming, whimsical, delightful, and so freaking hot!
August 20, 2016
Two popular M/M Romance writers join forces
~2.5~
I can't complain about the quality of the writing. It was fine.
This is probably a decent read if one likes this sort of thing.
I don't think fairy tales are for me.
~2.5~
I can't complain about the quality of the writing. It was fine.
This is probably a decent read if one likes this sort of thing.
I don't think fairy tales are for me.
January 28, 2018
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Questo libro mi ha ricordato molto delle serie che seguivo sulle fiabe, o un libro di fiabe per bambini (non molto bambini, visto che i protagonisti fanno sesso). Insomma un libro che finalmente ci riporta alle favole di quando eravamo piccoli, un dolce rinnovo dell'infanzia.
Dimitri, anch'esso ha una maledizione che lo accompagna e Efrosin accanto a lui riesce a 'neutralizzare' la propria. Come in ogni fiaba, gli opposti si attraggono. E, come in ogni fiaba, c'è una strega cattiva in agguato per rovinare la felicità altrui. Un po' scontato, come ogni fiaba, però è il viaggio che conta. Il finale, aimè un po' frettoloso, ma non guasta alla storia. Il sesso non manca, mi è piaciuto molto come Efrosin impara a sentire e a provare emozioni e sensazioni nuove. Come un bambino che cerca di imparare da un adulto. E' un libro m/m che mescola più elementi e ne fa un insieme molto piacevole da leggere, soprattutto per chi cerca un piacevole pomeriggio. Come sempre, so bene che alcuni non leggono il genere, ma io ci spero sempre. I personaggi sono ben delineati e hanno un carattere fortemente simpatico, non c'è modo di odiarli. Nulla a che vedere con gli antagonisti, loro si che suscitano odio. Non voglio svelarvi troppo, perché essendo un po' fiabesco, vi svelerei tutto e non è quello che voglio. Spero che molte possano ritrova in questo libro la freschezza e la morale di una fiaba...
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Questo libro mi ha ricordato molto delle serie che seguivo sulle fiabe, o un libro di fiabe per bambini (non molto bambini, visto che i protagonisti fanno sesso). Insomma un libro che finalmente ci riporta alle favole di quando eravamo piccoli, un dolce rinnovo dell'infanzia.
Dimitri, anch'esso ha una maledizione che lo accompagna e Efrosin accanto a lui riesce a 'neutralizzare' la propria. Come in ogni fiaba, gli opposti si attraggono. E, come in ogni fiaba, c'è una strega cattiva in agguato per rovinare la felicità altrui. Un po' scontato, come ogni fiaba, però è il viaggio che conta. Il finale, aimè un po' frettoloso, ma non guasta alla storia. Il sesso non manca, mi è piaciuto molto come Efrosin impara a sentire e a provare emozioni e sensazioni nuove. Come un bambino che cerca di imparare da un adulto. E' un libro m/m che mescola più elementi e ne fa un insieme molto piacevole da leggere, soprattutto per chi cerca un piacevole pomeriggio. Come sempre, so bene che alcuni non leggono il genere, ma io ci spero sempre. I personaggi sono ben delineati e hanno un carattere fortemente simpatico, non c'è modo di odiarli. Nulla a che vedere con gli antagonisti, loro si che suscitano odio. Non voglio svelarvi troppo, perché essendo un po' fiabesco, vi svelerei tutto e non è quello che voglio. Spero che molte possano ritrova in questo libro la freschezza e la morale di una fiaba...
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July 13, 2020
Ho aspettato con impazienza l'uscita di questo libro, la trama mi sembrava originale ed intrigante e la storia narrata sembrava essere perfetta per una fiaba che associata al genere M/M che adoro rendeva la lettura un must, capace forse di farmi ritrovare la magia provata nel leggere "Bruto" di Kim Fielding . Ho iniziato con gioia la lettura, con ottime aspettative che purtroppo si sono completamente infrante. Sapevo che ci potevano essere delle "lacune" essendo la storia sviluppata come racconto breve e avendo appena 100 pagine, non mi aspettavo certo un approfondimento psicologico nei minimi dettagli viste le premesse però avrei voluto vedere qualcosa almeno! La storia è... inconsistente, leggera come Efrosin potremmo dire, inizialmente sembra quasi non esserci, per dare spazio a parti più erotiche e poi viene ammassata completamente nel finale rendendo tutto simile a un minestrone. I personaggi non sono caratterizzati al meglio e anzi sono piuttosto piatti così come il loro rapporto. Posso capire che non è semplice cercare di creare un rapporto tra i due in 100 pagine ma neanche puoi farmeli limonare allegramente nel giro di neanche 20 paginette senza neanche essersi presentati o detti ciao... seriamente ok che Efrosin non ha gravità sentimentale o come vogliamo chiamarla però Dmitri è un essere umano alla fine e almeno lui dovrebbe avere un po' di senno o almeno poteva avere un minimo di carattere... Vedere due personaggi che interagiscono soltanto saltandosi addosso e che quasi non condividono emozioni o sentimenti in particolare mi ha lasciato triste e molto delusa. Nonostante abbia apprezzato la resa delle scene erotiche descritte molto bene e anche intriganti avrei di gran lunga preferito che non ci fossero state, le avrei sacrificate senza problemi per lasciare quelle pagine alla conoscenza tra i due, alla creazione di un rapporto di amicizia e poi di amore, sarà forse il mio lato romantico a parlare ma mi riesce difficile cogliere la bellezza dello scontatissimo lieto fine di zucchero e cannella se ste due a malapena sanno il nome uno dell'altro. La storia così come i protagonisti è lasciata molto a se stessa, ci vengono buttati addosso frammenti di trama per spiegarci il motivo delle maledizioni dei due giovani e per dare un contentino al lettore più esigente ma il tutto con molta fretta, quasi a voler giustificare il finale e la "liberazione" dei due, avrei voluto vedere un combattimento finale con la strega che ha causato i malefici, vedere i due ragazzi affrontarla e dimostrare il loro amore uno per l'altro invece... il tutto si riduce a una scena ridicola e completamente affrettata e priva di senso che libera come per magia i due protagonisti dalla maledizione... così a caso, qualcuno si chiede il perché di tutto ciò? No! Dov'è finita la strega? No! Se mai potrà tornare a maledire nuovamente i due? No! Non che mi aspettassi il realismo ma... WTF? Non puoi ridurmi 3/4 del libro a sesso,sesso,sesso e poi concludere la vicenda in modo affrettato, ridicolo e no sense! Questa cosa mi ha... deluso... tantissimo! Vorrei poter dire che qualche pagina in più avrebbe giovato alla lettura dando spessore ai personaggi e alla storia ma qui la volontà manca del tutto, non si tratta di una storia sviluppata e affrettata per mancanza di tempo e personaggi descritti frettolosamente per risparmiare pagine, qui proprio manca il senso della storia, se fosse una fan fiction avrebbe sicuramente il tag "Porn with plot" essendo appunto più che una bella favoletta un escamotage per descrivere scene erotiche e aggiungere una storiella per intrattenere e non cadere nel PWP. Quindi, delusione... non mi sento di mettere meno di 3 stelle essendo alla fine una lettura godibile, essendo scritta bene e avendo apprezzato la descrizione delle scene più hot ma rimane un M/M mediocre e che non mi ha lasciato praticamente niente, non ho empatizzato con nessuno dei personaggi trovandoli tutti odiosi, inutili e vuoti, si salva un po' quel povero santo di Geoffry ma solo perché è il meno peggio e anche la storia alla fine è priva di un contenuto che ti spinga anche solo a dire "Wow lo rileggerò di sicuro tra qualche anno" questo libro finirà sicuramente nel dimenticatoio, quasi me ne sono già scordata e avendolo anche comprato mi secca... molto... non mi sento quindi di consigliarlo, leggetelo solo se non avete di meglio o come me ci avete speso i soldi e vi scoccia non approfittare del vostro acquisto in caso contrario potete trovare di meglio
March 13, 2017
tre stelle e mezzo
September 17, 2012
4.5 Kisses
I love fantasy themed romances, so when I had the opportunity to read and review Earthly Desires, I immediately jumped at the chance to do it, and I’m very glad I did. I loved the creative storyline and the characters in this book kept me captivated with the story from start to finish.
When he was a baby, Prince Efrosin was cursed by a witch. He cannot feel emotional or physical pain, and the laws of gravity does not apply to him. Because of this affliction, he must be watched all the time because at any minute he could either float away or somehow get hurt and be unable to do anything about it.
On his eighteenth birthday, Efrosin feels like he needs some adventure in his life, and convinces his manservant to allow him to fly outside as if he were a kite. Reluctantly his manservant ties a rope to his ankle to keep Efrosin from flying away, but when Efrosin is accidently released, he finds himself flying away from the safety of the castle and his kingdom. When Efrosin manages to get caught in a tree, to his delight a handsome woodsman, Dmitri, finds him and saves him.
Dmitri doesn’t quite know what to make of Prince Efrosin. Between his inability to feel pain and not being able to keep two feet on the ground, Dmitri is both captivated and confused by the younger man. Dmitri immediately decides to take Efrosin back to his castle, but the Prince refuses to go, instead he wants to be Dmitri and become a man. Even though Dmitri knows he must eventually take Efrosin back home, he’s unable to deny the Prince and soon the two men find themselves in each other’s arms and falling in love. But, their love is forbidden and Efrosin is not safe outside the castle walls, will they be able to find a way to be together?
Earthly Desires is a sexy story between two unique and interesting heroes. I loved the way the story was told and enjoyed the fairytale-ish theme of the book itself. It’s full of adventure, romance and it highly entertained this reader throughout the entire book. It’s supposed to be the first book in the Tempting Tales series, and I cannot wait to read more of what these two authors have in store for us!
I also really liked both heroes. I couldn’t help but feel sorry for the carefree and careless Efrosin. He’s had to live a sheltered life, and since he doesn’t feel pain or other emotions, there is something quite sad about his existence. I loved the way Dmitri took care of him, and his love helped Efrosin become a whole man again. In the end, both men really thrived on each other’s love and when their story ended, I found myself having a huge smile on my face.
If you are looking for a book with a lot of angst…this is not for you. Yes, there is some angst, but it’s not overly done, but instead the story really concentrates on the love and adventure between Efrosin and Dmitri. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute I read this book. Earthly Desires is highly entertaining and sure to bring a smile on those readers who love a well-told sexy and adventurous romance. This is the first book I’ve read by both of these authors and it won’t be my last! I’m looking forward to reading more by them and I’m anxiously waiting to see what else they have in store in the future. Recommended!
I love fantasy themed romances, so when I had the opportunity to read and review Earthly Desires, I immediately jumped at the chance to do it, and I’m very glad I did. I loved the creative storyline and the characters in this book kept me captivated with the story from start to finish.
When he was a baby, Prince Efrosin was cursed by a witch. He cannot feel emotional or physical pain, and the laws of gravity does not apply to him. Because of this affliction, he must be watched all the time because at any minute he could either float away or somehow get hurt and be unable to do anything about it.
On his eighteenth birthday, Efrosin feels like he needs some adventure in his life, and convinces his manservant to allow him to fly outside as if he were a kite. Reluctantly his manservant ties a rope to his ankle to keep Efrosin from flying away, but when Efrosin is accidently released, he finds himself flying away from the safety of the castle and his kingdom. When Efrosin manages to get caught in a tree, to his delight a handsome woodsman, Dmitri, finds him and saves him.
Dmitri doesn’t quite know what to make of Prince Efrosin. Between his inability to feel pain and not being able to keep two feet on the ground, Dmitri is both captivated and confused by the younger man. Dmitri immediately decides to take Efrosin back to his castle, but the Prince refuses to go, instead he wants to be Dmitri and become a man. Even though Dmitri knows he must eventually take Efrosin back home, he’s unable to deny the Prince and soon the two men find themselves in each other’s arms and falling in love. But, their love is forbidden and Efrosin is not safe outside the castle walls, will they be able to find a way to be together?
Earthly Desires is a sexy story between two unique and interesting heroes. I loved the way the story was told and enjoyed the fairytale-ish theme of the book itself. It’s full of adventure, romance and it highly entertained this reader throughout the entire book. It’s supposed to be the first book in the Tempting Tales series, and I cannot wait to read more of what these two authors have in store for us!
I also really liked both heroes. I couldn’t help but feel sorry for the carefree and careless Efrosin. He’s had to live a sheltered life, and since he doesn’t feel pain or other emotions, there is something quite sad about his existence. I loved the way Dmitri took care of him, and his love helped Efrosin become a whole man again. In the end, both men really thrived on each other’s love and when their story ended, I found myself having a huge smile on my face.
If you are looking for a book with a lot of angst…this is not for you. Yes, there is some angst, but it’s not overly done, but instead the story really concentrates on the love and adventure between Efrosin and Dmitri. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute I read this book. Earthly Desires is highly entertaining and sure to bring a smile on those readers who love a well-told sexy and adventurous romance. This is the first book I’ve read by both of these authors and it won’t be my last! I’m looking forward to reading more by them and I’m anxiously waiting to see what else they have in store in the future. Recommended!
March 30, 2017
3,5 stelle
January 6, 2013
This has to be the most delightfully naughty fairy tale in the whole history of fairy tales involving naughtiness. Efrosin and his innocent exuberance were instantly endearing, and I loved how well balanced he and Dmitri are.
The whole idea of the curse of lightness was fascinating, and I adored the way it was handled. Efrosin could have used the excuse to become truly hearless (like his father?) but somehow managed to be a decent, kind-hearted person underneath the externally-imposed inability to care.
Dmitri's stolid acceptance of his life of solitude, and the cheerful optimism with which he lived his life and hoped for visitors were also wonderfully endearing.
It feels almost dirty saying this about a fairy tale, but the two of them together were deliciously hot! The hopeful, innocent way in which Efrosin makes his delightfully filthy overtures to Dmitri, and the delight they both showed in realizing their feelings (first their lust and then their love) were returned made me melt!
The way in which the curse is broken places this solidly in the Grimm camp of fairy tales that have very dark elements, but even that seemed to fit the curses and the motivation behind them. And like all good fairy tales, the messages in this one are of hope and faith and that goodness and love can conquer all. Lovely story!
Some favorite quotes:
"It's quite delightful, except that it's terrifying. Which is, of course, how so many of the best things are."
"What did his tutor tell him it was called? Ah yes. Lust. It was a rather divine and entertaining sensation, now that he knew it. He thought of how silly and desperate men behaved when consumed by it, and he hoped to be just as silly and desperate, indeed."
"I don't think I've ever been quite this happy. I've been delighted and cheerful and eager and silly and many other things, but this is a different thing altogether. I feel quite full with it."
The whole idea of the curse of lightness was fascinating, and I adored the way it was handled. Efrosin could have used the excuse to become truly hearless (like his father?) but somehow managed to be a decent, kind-hearted person underneath the externally-imposed inability to care.
Dmitri's stolid acceptance of his life of solitude, and the cheerful optimism with which he lived his life and hoped for visitors were also wonderfully endearing.
It feels almost dirty saying this about a fairy tale, but the two of them together were deliciously hot! The hopeful, innocent way in which Efrosin makes his delightfully filthy overtures to Dmitri, and the delight they both showed in realizing their feelings (first their lust and then their love) were returned made me melt!
The way in which the curse is broken places this solidly in the Grimm camp of fairy tales that have very dark elements, but even that seemed to fit the curses and the motivation behind them. And like all good fairy tales, the messages in this one are of hope and faith and that goodness and love can conquer all. Lovely story!
Some favorite quotes:
"It's quite delightful, except that it's terrifying. Which is, of course, how so many of the best things are."
"What did his tutor tell him it was called? Ah yes. Lust. It was a rather divine and entertaining sensation, now that he knew it. He thought of how silly and desperate men behaved when consumed by it, and he hoped to be just as silly and desperate, indeed."
"'What, pray tell, is the equal and opposite cure of your curse? Flight? Height?'
'Death,' Dmitri said. 'It is the only release from the bonds of this world.'
Efrosin's eyes went wide. 'Oh. Well then, let's not talk of that. I rather like you alive and touching me.'"
"I don't think I've ever been quite this happy. I've been delighted and cheerful and eager and silly and many other things, but this is a different thing altogether. I feel quite full with it."
September 12, 2012
3.5
You know you’re in land of magic and strange happenings from the very first sentence of Keira Andrews and Leta Blake’s Earthly Desires.
Once upon a time, there was a kingdom at the edge of what was and what could never be. At the center of this kingdom was a castle, and within this castle was a king. Inside this king was a terribly selfish heart.
The king actually has very little to do with the rest of the story—we’re far more concerned with his son, Prince Efrosin, whose lack of gravity and gravitas has him unacquainted with walking on the ground or with deeper emotions. Growing up unable to feel more than amusement or a sort of gleeful terror, he’s missing out on most of the human experience. He has to remind himself that other people react differently than he does, a lesson drummed into him over and over by his faithful servant Geoffry.
Ever in danger of floating away, Prince Efrosin does sail away on a puff of wind when he turns eighteen, and fetches up in a tree on Dmitri’s land. The complete opposite of Efrosin, Dmitri has been weighted down by too much responsibility and is astonished by this hot young man who laughs at everything. They become lovers, and become a bit more like each other. Efrosin could never become a good king without empathy, and until he has a reason to stop laughing, he’ll never learn it.
There are sweet moments, hot moments, terrifying moments, and a highly satisfying ending for the young men. The explanation for why each of them was cursed is a bit muddled, taking elements from a good half dozen stories and combining them into an evil excess, but gives the pair something to triumph over.
The story is sweet and cute, but not entirely focused; even steady Dmitri can’t seem to care about time when the lives of children are at stake. Still, evil threatens and good must try to vanquish it, even at great cost, and even the curses of the wicked might be averted if one’s heart is pure.
This was a charming light read, and if you’re in a fairy tale + hot sex mood, Earthly Desires might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Copy provided for purposes of review, originally posted at Dark Divas.
You know you’re in land of magic and strange happenings from the very first sentence of Keira Andrews and Leta Blake’s Earthly Desires.
Once upon a time, there was a kingdom at the edge of what was and what could never be. At the center of this kingdom was a castle, and within this castle was a king. Inside this king was a terribly selfish heart.
The king actually has very little to do with the rest of the story—we’re far more concerned with his son, Prince Efrosin, whose lack of gravity and gravitas has him unacquainted with walking on the ground or with deeper emotions. Growing up unable to feel more than amusement or a sort of gleeful terror, he’s missing out on most of the human experience. He has to remind himself that other people react differently than he does, a lesson drummed into him over and over by his faithful servant Geoffry.
Ever in danger of floating away, Prince Efrosin does sail away on a puff of wind when he turns eighteen, and fetches up in a tree on Dmitri’s land. The complete opposite of Efrosin, Dmitri has been weighted down by too much responsibility and is astonished by this hot young man who laughs at everything. They become lovers, and become a bit more like each other. Efrosin could never become a good king without empathy, and until he has a reason to stop laughing, he’ll never learn it.
There are sweet moments, hot moments, terrifying moments, and a highly satisfying ending for the young men. The explanation for why each of them was cursed is a bit muddled, taking elements from a good half dozen stories and combining them into an evil excess, but gives the pair something to triumph over.
The story is sweet and cute, but not entirely focused; even steady Dmitri can’t seem to care about time when the lives of children are at stake. Still, evil threatens and good must try to vanquish it, even at great cost, and even the curses of the wicked might be averted if one’s heart is pure.
This was a charming light read, and if you’re in a fairy tale + hot sex mood, Earthly Desires might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Copy provided for purposes of review, originally posted at Dark Divas.
May 30, 2017
Fiaba in salsa m/m che mescola gli elementi classici (principi, maledizioni, strega cattiva e via dicendo) ad altre novità, rendendola una trama carina, diversa dal solito, pur rispecchiando l’archetipo del genere.
Ad essere sincera, la parte iniziale mi ha un po’ annoiata, ma si riprende bene dal momento in cui Efrosin incontra Dmitri.
Questo protagonista maledetto, incapace di sentire la gravità – sia fisica che emozionale – è curioso, offre degli spunti di riflessione interessanti. Per certi versi, la sua mancanza di reazioni adeguate o il suo provare dolore e non saperlo esprimere è crudele. È una spensieratezza falsata, artificiosa, una vita a metà.
Anche Dmitri è maledetto per ragioni diverse dal principe e come personaggio mi è piaciuto tanto. Insieme poi sono perfetti, in questo cammino iniziatico verso il sesso e l’amore che – si sa – vince su tutto (almeno nelle fiabe).
Lettura non eccelsa, ma consigliata per un paio d’ore diverse dal solito.
Voto: 3.5
Ad essere sincera, la parte iniziale mi ha un po’ annoiata, ma si riprende bene dal momento in cui Efrosin incontra Dmitri.
Questo protagonista maledetto, incapace di sentire la gravità – sia fisica che emozionale – è curioso, offre degli spunti di riflessione interessanti. Per certi versi, la sua mancanza di reazioni adeguate o il suo provare dolore e non saperlo esprimere è crudele. È una spensieratezza falsata, artificiosa, una vita a metà.
Anche Dmitri è maledetto per ragioni diverse dal principe e come personaggio mi è piaciuto tanto. Insieme poi sono perfetti, in questo cammino iniziatico verso il sesso e l’amore che – si sa – vince su tutto (almeno nelle fiabe).
Lettura non eccelsa, ma consigliata per un paio d’ore diverse dal solito.
Voto: 3.5
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