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Being Wicked
In "Willful Surrender," Lilly, stowing away in her brother's carriage, stumbles into a world of pure carnal pleasure with the help of a notorious rake, and in "Willing Seduction," a lonely widow, disguised as a courtesan, engages in a torrid affair with her brother's best friend. Original.
215 pages, Trade Paperback
First published February 1, 2009
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June 8, 2009
Rating: 3.5 / 5
Hot, hot book, but also rather one-dimensional. I didn't think it was bad in any sense, but it wasn't what I'd hoped it would be. If it'd been a bit longer with more development, I think I would have liked it much more. It gets high points for sex, but the romance and character development was lacking.
Being Wicked is a historical erotic romance set in England, 1828. It tells a dual-romance, focusing on two pairings instead of the typical one. Lilly Grey is an innocently raised young woman who has been hearing things about her brother that worry her. So one night she sneaks into the blanket box of his carriage and arrives at his destination along with him. She's shocked to realize that not only does he associate with known rake Vincent St. Jerome, but that he was going to an orgy part.
Grace Wentland is a widow whose dreams of love and a happy marriage were shattered by a husband who introduced her to the sinful side of life. She'd loved Oscar, but he'd made her believe love and connection were impossible. Still, since his death, she has missed the sensual feast she'd experienced as his wife. So one night a friend convinces her to attend an orgy party...where she's shocked to run into her childhood friend Winston Greyton.
Lilly's and Grace's paths intersect at the party and Grace encourages Lilly to open her mind, to see what, in Grace's jaded mind, life is all about. To understand that people are human with human needs. Lilly does just that and that night becomes something she never expected with St. Jerome as her guide. For Grace, the night breaks down walls she'd erected over the years and she finds a man who can fulfill all her needs.
Whew! This book is definitely a sizzler. Lots and lots of sex of just about every kind. It's definitely not a book for those with vanilla tastes. There's just a lot of different stuff going on sexually, not always involving the main characters. Afterall, the story did feature an orgy party, so there were scenes describing what others were doing. So beware if you're considering reading this one. You have to have a tolerant kink level to get through it.
Which I do. And the sex was definitely steamy, but it also took over the story. The entire book takes place over maybe a day and half, two days max, and with so much sex the characters didn't have much time to interact on a everyday level. Which didn't matter too much for Grace and Winston since they were childhood friends. But for Lilly and Vincent, I had some trouble buying into their romance.
They never talked at all about themselves, their lives. Nothing. Just a tour through the orgy, some foreplay and sex and a little while later, engaged they were. It just felt very shallow. I like my romances more developed than that. I want to feel like the characters have a sense of each other before committing and I didn't get that from Vincent and Lilly. Plus it didn't help that it seemed like Grace got more page time than Lilly. It was disappointing overall. I think it the book had been longer and spread out over a longer time period, it would have really helped the overall story.
But I did for the most part enjoy Grace and Winston. They had some hot chemistry and there was a better emotional bond between the two. The seemed to make the perfect pair when it came to their needs. I think I actually would have preferred the story be solely about them.
So in the end, I think I'd give this book a 5 for super hot sex, but maybe only a 2.5 for romance and character development. If your looking for just a really hot, kinky story to read, then this one might suit you. But if you want a story that's more well-rounded, this one may end up disappointing you.
WARNING, this book contains: explicit sex and language, references and description of an orgy party (with a lot of varied scenes...think kinky here), references to wife-sharing, virgin deflowering, anal sex, shaving, bondage, dominance/submission, spanking, some light f/f action, references to golden showers, exhibitionism, voyeurism, a toe-fucking scene...you get the picture, right?
Hot, hot book, but also rather one-dimensional. I didn't think it was bad in any sense, but it wasn't what I'd hoped it would be. If it'd been a bit longer with more development, I think I would have liked it much more. It gets high points for sex, but the romance and character development was lacking.
Being Wicked is a historical erotic romance set in England, 1828. It tells a dual-romance, focusing on two pairings instead of the typical one. Lilly Grey is an innocently raised young woman who has been hearing things about her brother that worry her. So one night she sneaks into the blanket box of his carriage and arrives at his destination along with him. She's shocked to realize that not only does he associate with known rake Vincent St. Jerome, but that he was going to an orgy part.
Grace Wentland is a widow whose dreams of love and a happy marriage were shattered by a husband who introduced her to the sinful side of life. She'd loved Oscar, but he'd made her believe love and connection were impossible. Still, since his death, she has missed the sensual feast she'd experienced as his wife. So one night a friend convinces her to attend an orgy party...where she's shocked to run into her childhood friend Winston Greyton.
Lilly's and Grace's paths intersect at the party and Grace encourages Lilly to open her mind, to see what, in Grace's jaded mind, life is all about. To understand that people are human with human needs. Lilly does just that and that night becomes something she never expected with St. Jerome as her guide. For Grace, the night breaks down walls she'd erected over the years and she finds a man who can fulfill all her needs.
Whew! This book is definitely a sizzler. Lots and lots of sex of just about every kind. It's definitely not a book for those with vanilla tastes. There's just a lot of different stuff going on sexually, not always involving the main characters. Afterall, the story did feature an orgy party, so there were scenes describing what others were doing. So beware if you're considering reading this one. You have to have a tolerant kink level to get through it.
Which I do. And the sex was definitely steamy, but it also took over the story. The entire book takes place over maybe a day and half, two days max, and with so much sex the characters didn't have much time to interact on a everyday level. Which didn't matter too much for Grace and Winston since they were childhood friends. But for Lilly and Vincent, I had some trouble buying into their romance.
They never talked at all about themselves, their lives. Nothing. Just a tour through the orgy, some foreplay and sex and a little while later, engaged they were. It just felt very shallow. I like my romances more developed than that. I want to feel like the characters have a sense of each other before committing and I didn't get that from Vincent and Lilly. Plus it didn't help that it seemed like Grace got more page time than Lilly. It was disappointing overall. I think it the book had been longer and spread out over a longer time period, it would have really helped the overall story.
But I did for the most part enjoy Grace and Winston. They had some hot chemistry and there was a better emotional bond between the two. The seemed to make the perfect pair when it came to their needs. I think I actually would have preferred the story be solely about them.
So in the end, I think I'd give this book a 5 for super hot sex, but maybe only a 2.5 for romance and character development. If your looking for just a really hot, kinky story to read, then this one might suit you. But if you want a story that's more well-rounded, this one may end up disappointing you.
WARNING, this book contains: explicit sex and language, references and description of an orgy party (with a lot of varied scenes...think kinky here), references to wife-sharing, virgin deflowering, anal sex, shaving, bondage, dominance/submission, spanking, some light f/f action, references to golden showers, exhibitionism, voyeurism, a toe-fucking scene...you get the picture, right?
January 3, 2010
I haven't read a historical in ages. Truth be told, it's been years. Why? Because I discovered erotic romance about five years ago and I hadn't come across any historical erotic romance that held my interest.
This book was awesome! I like the different POVs in the story. Seeing the events from several people's POVs made the book feel 'big' and kept my interest. The plot was nicely done - it was simple, but again the multiple points of view made it feel bigger and more complex.
Very nicely done. Lacy's book is making me rethink historical romance in this genre.
This book was awesome! I like the different POVs in the story. Seeing the events from several people's POVs made the book feel 'big' and kept my interest. The plot was nicely done - it was simple, but again the multiple points of view made it feel bigger and more complex.
Very nicely done. Lacy's book is making me rethink historical romance in this genre.
January 16, 2013
It is more erotic than historical romance, as there is really no romance in the story just sex. I enjoyed this genre a lot once but this story did not do much for me. There are 2 couples, Grace and Winston and Lilly and Vincent.
Grace is widdowed and her husband had not been able to have sex with Grace but he liked to watch while she had sex with others. Winston is a friend from her childhood and they get together.
Lilly had stowed away in a their family coach to find out what her brother has been up to when she finds herself in a house of ill rupute and dressed like a wanton when she meets Vincent and they get together.
Of course both of these fellows are rogues and womanisers but in the doing with these ladies they discover they are in love.
Grace is widdowed and her husband had not been able to have sex with Grace but he liked to watch while she had sex with others. Winston is a friend from her childhood and they get together.
Lilly had stowed away in a their family coach to find out what her brother has been up to when she finds herself in a house of ill rupute and dressed like a wanton when she meets Vincent and they get together.
Of course both of these fellows are rogues and womanisers but in the doing with these ladies they discover they are in love.
November 1, 2025
A very interesting book lots of hot sex
October 10, 2011
My Thoughts: Two stories come together as two lives interconnect in one night that will help them find themselves and be friends for life. The people I speak of are Lady Grace Wentland and Lady Lillian. After being in a not so good marriage and now widowed, Grace is finally back out on the town, or how it was known then “ton”, in 1828 England. An old friend convinces her to go to a party and she decides this would be the last Cyprian ball and a chance for one last encounter to salve her sexual delights. Upon arriving she sees Lillian fall from a carriage. Lilly, who wants to prove to the people that they are wrong about her brother, sneaks into the blanket compartment of the carriage and winds up the party. Young and innocent in the ways she is about to see, Grace takes her under her wing and explains she must open her mind. When they part, Grace runs into a friend of her brother’s that she had grown up with and loved. They wind up partaking in the pleasure of sensual and erotic delights while Lily runs into her brother’s traveling companion. To the party, he is St. Jerome, to others, he is known as one of the worst rakes about ton (though some would be surprised by him) and she finds herself attracted to him, letting him guide her in finding her brother and the lure of the night. I have been enjoying Historical Romances lately, but Lacy Danes takes it to the next level by making it Erotic as well. I loved how the stories kept connecting and the different points of views from each character. It was like nothing I have ever read before, but now desiring more. The sex was HOT and lurid, and so erotic you will find yourself panting and getting ideas. The characters draw you in and make you want more for them, not just sex wise, but for them each to find their passion, desires, and happiness. All in all, I enjoyed this book. I have a few more books of Lacy Danes and I cant wait to see what’s in store
July 2, 2011
REVIEW COURTESY OF FALLEN ANGEL REVIEWS (A RECOMMENDED READ):
Lilly has heard some terrible rumors about her brother, and wants to ease her mind by proving that they are false. Lilly hides in her brother's carriage and follows him into a party not meant for polite society. She befriends a woman, Grace, who is able to give her some much needed advice so that she will go unnoticed as being a lady. In her quest to find her brother, Lilly encounters a very intriguing rogue... Vincent St. Jerome, who agrees to aid her in her search. Along the way, temptation is at every corner and Lilly is on the verge of learning something very pleasurable.
Meanwhile, Grace is on an adventure of her own. She is a young widow, who has come along to the party with a friend, in order to find some of the sexual fulfillment she has been missing out on. She never expects to find a man from the past attending... someone she cared for and could have fallen in love with. Grace cannot deny the lust she feels for Winston, and as they explore each others bodies and minds, new feelings begin to surface.
Being Wicked was wickedly entertaining. I loved the two stories and they overlapped at the best moments. All of the characters were very intense, passionate, and relatable... something very key for me, when reading a romance of any genre. Ms. Danes is an awesome example for erotica writers everywhere... even though she is relatively new, she is already making a name for herself. I believe it is because she always has a plot that captivates, strong chemistry between her characters, and love scenes that burn up the pages, among other things. I have read all Ms. Danes' novels to date and have found them all extremely entertaining. I look forward to reading her next masterpiece.
Lilly has heard some terrible rumors about her brother, and wants to ease her mind by proving that they are false. Lilly hides in her brother's carriage and follows him into a party not meant for polite society. She befriends a woman, Grace, who is able to give her some much needed advice so that she will go unnoticed as being a lady. In her quest to find her brother, Lilly encounters a very intriguing rogue... Vincent St. Jerome, who agrees to aid her in her search. Along the way, temptation is at every corner and Lilly is on the verge of learning something very pleasurable.
Meanwhile, Grace is on an adventure of her own. She is a young widow, who has come along to the party with a friend, in order to find some of the sexual fulfillment she has been missing out on. She never expects to find a man from the past attending... someone she cared for and could have fallen in love with. Grace cannot deny the lust she feels for Winston, and as they explore each others bodies and minds, new feelings begin to surface.
Being Wicked was wickedly entertaining. I loved the two stories and they overlapped at the best moments. All of the characters were very intense, passionate, and relatable... something very key for me, when reading a romance of any genre. Ms. Danes is an awesome example for erotica writers everywhere... even though she is relatively new, she is already making a name for herself. I believe it is because she always has a plot that captivates, strong chemistry between her characters, and love scenes that burn up the pages, among other things. I have read all Ms. Danes' novels to date and have found them all extremely entertaining. I look forward to reading her next masterpiece.
April 9, 2013
This book should be read after "What She Craves", due to some mentioning of the same characters from the previous book. This book was a lot better than I expected. For one, the 2 main characters intertwined throughout the whole book. That is 1 reason I enjoy a couple of the series that I read so much. The author did really well on this story. I'm extremely glad that they didn't duplicate continuously. When authors duplicate stories it really irritates me.
June 10, 2012
Just had a hard time getting into this book.
September 7, 2016
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