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Cuffed by Candlelight: An Erotic Romance Anthology
What do a farmer in the past, a correction and police officer in the present, and a bounty hunter in the future have in common? A desire that won't abide by the rules of engagement. Cuffed by Candlelight is four erotic tales of women bound to uphold the law and obey the rules. But when desire and the rules clash, love and passion ignite with some handcuffs and a little candlelight.
242 pages, Paperback
First published January 15, 2007
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Beverly Jenkins
70 books4,834 followersBeverly Jenkins is the recipient of the 2017 Romance Writers of America Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as the 2016 Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award for historical romance.
She has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award in Literature, was featured both in the documentary “Love Between the Covers” and on CBS Sunday Morning.
Since the publication of Night Song in 1994, she has been leading the charge for inclusive romance, and has been a constant darling of reviewers, fans, and her peers alike, garnering accolades for her work from the likes of The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, and NPR. Her critically acclaimed Blessings series has been optioned for film by John Legend’s and Mike Jackson’s production company Get Lifted, and Hollywood and Broadway powerhouse Deborah Martin Chase.
To read more about Beverly and sign up for her newsletter, visit her at www.BeverlyJenkins.net.
She has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award in Literature, was featured both in the documentary “Love Between the Covers” and on CBS Sunday Morning.
Since the publication of Night Song in 1994, she has been leading the charge for inclusive romance, and has been a constant darling of reviewers, fans, and her peers alike, garnering accolades for her work from the likes of The Wall Street Journal, People Magazine, and NPR. Her critically acclaimed Blessings series has been optioned for film by John Legend’s and Mike Jackson’s production company Get Lifted, and Hollywood and Broadway powerhouse Deborah Martin Chase.
To read more about Beverly and sign up for her newsletter, visit her at www.BeverlyJenkins.net.
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July 19, 2007
Cuffed by Candlelight
The only connecting theme between these three novels is the involvement in law enforcement. Otherwise the stories could not be more diverse. Beverly Jenkins' 'Prisoner' a historical, romantic adventure is set in Kansas in 1884. The heroine, Elizabeth Franklin, found herself abandoned by her husband, William. Six-months after his departure, she finds herself agreeing to marry prisoner Jordan Yancey. The marriage would allow him to be released from prison, while providing her with assistance on her sixty-acre farm. What she does not realize is Jordan will awaken desires in her she did not know existed and their marriage will become more than an arrangement. Ms. Jenkins pens a believable romantic tale with a few unexpected twists. 'Prisoner' will let you know passion is not just a 21st Century phenomenon. I enjoyed the chemistry between Elizabeth and Jordan. It was a very STEAMY and HEATED tale, yet still very romantic. In Katherine Jones' 'Gunns and Roses' boasts more of a contemporary flavor. Stephanie Gunns is a corrections officer who finds herself attracted to Bryant Wilson. Bryant has his own fantasies about Stephanie. The problem is Bryant's brother, Mac, is an inmate at the facility where Stephanie works. She forces herself to stay away from Bryant because she assumes he and Mac must be the same type. However, fate intervenes, Mac ends up dead. Bryant is determined to find out the truth, with Stephanie's help. What follows is a fast-paced, erotically-charged connection between the two. I found the second story between Stephanie and Bryant to be a quite unrealistic, it was way too short a novel with all that took place, for it to be believable. But, hey, that's what romance novels are for fantasy, right?!!! 'Handcuffs Means Never Having to Say You're Sorry' by Gwyneth Bolton is a hip-hop influenced wild ride of a story. Police Officer Tamara Downing is working undercover to bring down Murder Row music's Tommy Coles. Coles' music business is a front for drug activity and prostitution. Just when she is about to close the case, DEA Officer Lance King intervenes. Lance and Tamara's lives have been linked since childhood and he feels a need to protect her. Tamara is not interested because what she wants from Lance has nothing to do with protection. What she is going to find out is Lance has his own plans where she is concerned. Interesting plot, but quite risque and way too much hip-hop influence. But still a readable tale.
The only connecting theme between these three novels is the involvement in law enforcement. Otherwise the stories could not be more diverse. Beverly Jenkins' 'Prisoner' a historical, romantic adventure is set in Kansas in 1884. The heroine, Elizabeth Franklin, found herself abandoned by her husband, William. Six-months after his departure, she finds herself agreeing to marry prisoner Jordan Yancey. The marriage would allow him to be released from prison, while providing her with assistance on her sixty-acre farm. What she does not realize is Jordan will awaken desires in her she did not know existed and their marriage will become more than an arrangement. Ms. Jenkins pens a believable romantic tale with a few unexpected twists. 'Prisoner' will let you know passion is not just a 21st Century phenomenon. I enjoyed the chemistry between Elizabeth and Jordan. It was a very STEAMY and HEATED tale, yet still very romantic. In Katherine Jones' 'Gunns and Roses' boasts more of a contemporary flavor. Stephanie Gunns is a corrections officer who finds herself attracted to Bryant Wilson. Bryant has his own fantasies about Stephanie. The problem is Bryant's brother, Mac, is an inmate at the facility where Stephanie works. She forces herself to stay away from Bryant because she assumes he and Mac must be the same type. However, fate intervenes, Mac ends up dead. Bryant is determined to find out the truth, with Stephanie's help. What follows is a fast-paced, erotically-charged connection between the two. I found the second story between Stephanie and Bryant to be a quite unrealistic, it was way too short a novel with all that took place, for it to be believable. But, hey, that's what romance novels are for fantasy, right?!!! 'Handcuffs Means Never Having to Say You're Sorry' by Gwyneth Bolton is a hip-hop influenced wild ride of a story. Police Officer Tamara Downing is working undercover to bring down Murder Row music's Tommy Coles. Coles' music business is a front for drug activity and prostitution. Just when she is about to close the case, DEA Officer Lance King intervenes. Lance and Tamara's lives have been linked since childhood and he feels a need to protect her. Tamara is not interested because what she wants from Lance has nothing to do with protection. What she is going to find out is Lance has his own plans where she is concerned. Interesting plot, but quite risque and way too much hip-hop influence. But still a readable tale.
February 6, 2015
This book contains 3 stories which all seem to have a law enforcement theme.
Prisoners by Beverly Jenkins (who is one of my favorite authors)receives 5 stars because I loved this story which is very similar to her books based in the 1800's.
Gunns and Roses by Katherine D. Jones receives 3 stars because I did not find the story that believable.
Handcuffs Mean Never Having to Say You're Sorry by Gwyneth Bolton receives 4 stars because I liked the story and I felt for the leading lady.
Overall great, quick reads that leave you wanting more.
Prisoners by Beverly Jenkins (who is one of my favorite authors)receives 5 stars because I loved this story which is very similar to her books based in the 1800's.
Gunns and Roses by Katherine D. Jones receives 3 stars because I did not find the story that believable.
Handcuffs Mean Never Having to Say You're Sorry by Gwyneth Bolton receives 4 stars because I liked the story and I felt for the leading lady.
Overall great, quick reads that leave you wanting more.
July 20, 2008
I normally don't like novella's but I LOVED this one! Each and every story was fantastic!
June 13, 2014
This book has three short stories and the only one I liked was the first one by Beverly Jenkins. I would give her story a 5 and the other two a 3.
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March 25, 2013These stories were very different. I loved the first one because of the setting was back in the 1800`s. But, the other two was ok. I thought that it would live up to the name of the book.
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November 22, 2014Neither of these stories crossed or connected in any way. But all were awesome and worth the time to sit and read. Loved them.
May 29, 2012
Only liked the first of the three stories.
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