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Venus Rising #1
The Venus School
Eager to learn more about herself and embrace her submissive fantasies, Jessica enrolls at The Venus School with every intent of excelling at the pleasure-centered program. But when she discovers just how attracted she is to her instructors, her dedication to expanding her horizons wavers. Fortunately, both Justin and Chris consider Jessica a star student and teacher’s pet, and each of them seems intent on winning her for himself.
When Jessica unexpectedly falls for both men, she decides to ace their Menage A Trois course. But will she be forced to choose between them when it’s finally time to graduate?
Editor’s note: Venus School is a high-heat romantic adventure that contains elements of MF, MFM, and FF. It’s the first installment of the Venus Rising series and is intended to be read and enjoyed first. Proceed with caution (or excitement)!
When Jessica unexpectedly falls for both men, she decides to ace their Menage A Trois course. But will she be forced to choose between them when it’s finally time to graduate?
Editor’s note: Venus School is a high-heat romantic adventure that contains elements of MF, MFM, and FF. It’s the first installment of the Venus Rising series and is intended to be read and enjoyed first. Proceed with caution (or excitement)!
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 8, 2012
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When not in front of her computer writing, she can be found sewing her next project, hanging out with friends, or wandering the grounds of the Maryland Renaissance Festival.
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November 23, 2019
If only i had a school like The Venus School of Sex when i was younger.....
I would’ve loved exploring my needs,my desires for all they teach there!
Knowing this is only the first part,knowing Jessica is introduced to it all by men she knows....
.....and knowing they hide behind an alias and a mask as they have their wicked way with her....
I can’t wait to hear what Chris and Justin will have to do to make her see how much they love her.
How much they want her to be part of their menage a troi.
I enjoyed the introduction to this special school,a lot!
And i wíll be taking the follow-up classes,thank you!
I would’ve loved exploring my needs,my desires for all they teach there!
Knowing this is only the first part,knowing Jessica is introduced to it all by men she knows....
.....and knowing they hide behind an alias and a mask as they have their wicked way with her....
I can’t wait to hear what Chris and Justin will have to do to make her see how much they love her.
How much they want her to be part of their menage a troi.
I enjoyed the introduction to this special school,a lot!
And i wíll be taking the follow-up classes,thank you!
December 7, 2018
HAVE I WRITTEN AN IN-DEPTH REVIEW ABOUT AN EROTIC ROMANCE? Well, I don't know how much depth any of my reviews have, but also YES, IT'S LONGER THAN USUAL BECAUSE GOLDEN ANGEL IS MY NEW QUEEN AND I SHALL BOW TO HER.
I'm bumping up a star because I've decided to write a review for the Venus Quartet as a whole. Why, you ask? When I started the first book I was intrigued, but by the time I finished the series I was obsessed, needy and, I'll admit, a little bit aroused.
Aroused by all the kinky sex, you may think. You would be wrong!You wouldn't. But what's hotter than a Dom, or even TWO Doms?
A well-written story about the many conflicts of getting into an openly unconventional relationship.
What can I say? I like a good plotline more than any fluid or power exchange.
A recurring problem in my relationship with BDSM is that anyone who is comfortable writing kink usually likes to write a lot of it. I am fascinated by the extra factor domination brings into the Romance genre, but I still want a romance-driven story. I don't care if it's between a white, straight, white-collared, cis man and woman—or a purple, one-eyed, gender-fluid alien with lots of tentacles and a metal-loving dove shapeshifter. Or, in this case, three people who all work at a company I STILL DON'T KNOW WHAT IT DOES AFTER READING ALL THE BOOKS.
Golden Angel is the answer to my needs. Like a knight in a tight corset and stiletto heels, she gives me a story that is about so much more than a woman experimenting the wonders of being dominated by multiple partners. Or even the often-romantized story of a vanilla female falling in love with two hot Doms. Golden Angel gives me the struggle of having to out your unconventional private life.
Jessica, Chris and Justin's story runs almost parallel with Hilary and Liam's, the secondary couple, and it shows a stark contrast. Both relationships start in the BDSM scene and engage in the lifestyle, but while everyone around Hilary and Liam is happy they've found happiness, even the most open-minded people is the triad's life are doubtful they can make it. In Angel's words, light BDSM is seen better than a three-way relationship in conventional society. This is something I'd never thought about, because I've honestly never met someone in a commited, exclusive triad and most fiction authors tend to gloss over this fact to focus on the kink or outside conflicts.
Not only do they have to face the trouble of the people closest to them not understanding how the relationship could possibly work, unlike most people who can keep to themselves what they do or don't do behind the metaphorical bedroom's door, the triad constantly has to out itself.
How can you keep your romantic life private when your mother asks you if you're dating someone? When you want to take your relationship to the next level and move in together? When they tell you to bring your partner to Christmas dinner with your family, or a friend's birthday party? Or, even worse, when people who don't actually know you at work find out and won't stop gossiping and throwing you dirty looks?
You think your Thankgiving dinners are awkward? Have you tried telling your conservative father you're moving in with two guys? Didn't think so.
Does this series have loads of kinky sex? Of course. It starts with the female lead going to the sex version of a summer camp. But as the story moves along, and a lot of very diverse pleasure is had, you start to care about the characters. You smile when Justin goes into domestic kitchen mode, and you rage when Chris' family refuses to speak to him. And when Jessica's dickhe doesn't know how to use ex-boyfriend calls her a slut, you want to slowly kill him with a spoon.
Thankfully, Mistress Olivia is there to punish any misbehaving ass.
Note to self: Do not google Domme-related images. Or maybe do.
This series is not without its faults, mostly because it's self-published and one of the author's first, if I'm not wrong. There are some spelling mistakes and, on a more personal level, I was not into some word choices.
As far as plot complexity goes, it is still an erotic romance. You will not find the answer to life here, but you might just find an engaging, fun read and a very promising foundation for the Stronghold series.
I think we should change tall for in a two-people relationship, because there are some freakishly tall people. But we might need to double human for good measure because we all know there are different levels of human.
I'm bumping up a star because I've decided to write a review for the Venus Quartet as a whole. Why, you ask? When I started the first book I was intrigued, but by the time I finished the series I was obsessed, needy and, I'll admit, a little bit aroused.
Aroused by all the kinky sex, you may think. You would be wrong!
What can I say? I like a good plotline more than any fluid or power exchange.
A recurring problem in my relationship with BDSM is that anyone who is comfortable writing kink usually likes to write a lot of it. I am fascinated by the extra factor domination brings into the Romance genre, but I still want a romance-driven story. I don't care if it's between a white, straight, white-collared, cis man and woman—or a purple, one-eyed, gender-fluid alien with lots of tentacles and a metal-loving dove shapeshifter. Or, in this case, three people who all work at a company I STILL DON'T KNOW WHAT IT DOES AFTER READING ALL THE BOOKS.
Golden Angel is the answer to my needs. Like a knight in a tight corset and stiletto heels, she gives me a story that is about so much more than a woman experimenting the wonders of being dominated by multiple partners. Or even the often-romantized story of a vanilla female falling in love with two hot Doms. Golden Angel gives me the struggle of having to out your unconventional private life.
Jessica, Chris and Justin's story runs almost parallel with Hilary and Liam's, the secondary couple, and it shows a stark contrast. Both relationships start in the BDSM scene and engage in the lifestyle, but while everyone around Hilary and Liam is happy they've found happiness, even the most open-minded people is the triad's life are doubtful they can make it. In Angel's words, light BDSM is seen better than a three-way relationship in conventional society. This is something I'd never thought about, because I've honestly never met someone in a commited, exclusive triad and most fiction authors tend to gloss over this fact to focus on the kink or outside conflicts.
Not only do they have to face the trouble of the people closest to them not understanding how the relationship could possibly work, unlike most people who can keep to themselves what they do or don't do behind the metaphorical bedroom's door, the triad constantly has to out itself.
How can you keep your romantic life private when your mother asks you if you're dating someone? When you want to take your relationship to the next level and move in together? When they tell you to bring your partner to Christmas dinner with your family, or a friend's birthday party? Or, even worse, when people who don't actually know you at work find out and won't stop gossiping and throwing you dirty looks?
You think your Thankgiving dinners are awkward? Have you tried telling your conservative father you're moving in with two guys? Didn't think so.
Does this series have loads of kinky sex? Of course. It starts with the female lead going to the sex version of a summer camp. But as the story moves along, and a lot of very diverse pleasure is had, you start to care about the characters. You smile when Justin goes into domestic kitchen mode, and you rage when Chris' family refuses to speak to him. And when Jessica's dick
Thankfully, Mistress Olivia is there to punish any misbehaving ass.
Note to self: Do not google Domme-related images. Or maybe do.
This series is not without its faults, mostly because it's self-published and one of the author's first, if I'm not wrong. There are some spelling mistakes and, on a more personal level, I was not into some word choices.
As far as plot complexity goes, it is still an erotic romance. You will not find the answer to life here, but you might just find an engaging, fun read and a very promising foundation for the Stronghold series.
I think we should change tall for in a two-people relationship, because there are some freakishly tall people. But we might need to double human for good measure because we all know there are different levels of human.
February 5, 2020
This is not my usual read but the narrator was good.
This is a heated read with a fairly in deeply story. It’s heavily weighted with adult material but it’s enjoyable. The Venus school of sex is for the open minded. Not like Jessica’s ex who made her feel uncomfortable about her needs. The school offers a variety of classes and students are encouraged to live the lifestyle that will satisfy their fantasies. Two of the tutors live close to Jessica. She doesn’t know it but they both have their eyes on her. This book is about fun and games. This is a continuous story which isn’t over yet.
ARC or competition win I can’t remember which but my review is my own and honest.
This is a heated read with a fairly in deeply story. It’s heavily weighted with adult material but it’s enjoyable. The Venus school of sex is for the open minded. Not like Jessica’s ex who made her feel uncomfortable about her needs. The school offers a variety of classes and students are encouraged to live the lifestyle that will satisfy their fantasies. Two of the tutors live close to Jessica. She doesn’t know it but they both have their eyes on her. This book is about fun and games. This is a continuous story which isn’t over yet.
ARC or competition win I can’t remember which but my review is my own and honest.
June 2, 2021
Interesting but
I never thought the day would come when I say reading smut was tedious. The scenes were steamy but I got tired I had to start skipping. If you can make it till the end of this book you'll enjoy it. I'll be reading the second book I just hope it doesn't feel tiring as this
I never thought the day would come when I say reading smut was tedious. The scenes were steamy but I got tired I had to start skipping. If you can make it till the end of this book you'll enjoy it. I'll be reading the second book I just hope it doesn't feel tiring as this
October 23, 2014
This was my second book about a sex school. However, my first one was simply how to be a good submissive. This was an all around how to to give and get from and to your partner with a twist of bdsm. Great sex scenes. Read all the books in this series in a week. Left me wanting more. Loved the character development and story concept. Great read!
January 14, 2020
I've heard great things about Golden Angel's erotic romances and have been wanting to try her books for a while so when I was offered a chance to review the Venus Rising Boxset I couldn't resist diving into this series. The boxset contains all 5 Venus Rising stories but I'm going to review them all individually as I go, along with a series overview when I've read them all.
The Venus School is all about getting to know the main character Jessica and watching her explore her sexual fantasies by enrolling for a two week course at the Venus School for Sex. Students get to choose what lessons they'd like to take part in, everything from sensual touching and massage, masturbation through to anal sex and/or menage with anything else you can think of in between. There are plenty of experienced instructors around or students are welcome to practise together after classes so as you can imagine this is a book with multiple partners and a huge amount of kinky sex.
Jessica has never had much of a chance to explore her fantasies, her ex-boyfriend made her feel dirty for wanting to try out things like spanking but staff and students at the school are all so open and happy about their own kinks that it gives her the freedom to explore things she'd never considered before. I'm all for stories where sex as seen as something positive and fun rather than something to be ashamed of so I really liked the open atmosphere. We get to know Jessica quite well in this first instalment but while she's spent time exploring with Justin and Chris they're still a bit of a mystery so I'm looking forward to getting to know them both better as the series continues.
I don't tend to read a lot of erotic romance with quite this much partner swapping but I have to admit this was one of the hottest books I've read in absolutely ages so I'm really looking forward to diving into Venus Aspiring. Justin and Chris have a lot of explaining to do if they're going to get Jessica back on side but I have a feeling it won't be too hard to bring her around to their way of thinking.
The Venus School is all about getting to know the main character Jessica and watching her explore her sexual fantasies by enrolling for a two week course at the Venus School for Sex. Students get to choose what lessons they'd like to take part in, everything from sensual touching and massage, masturbation through to anal sex and/or menage with anything else you can think of in between. There are plenty of experienced instructors around or students are welcome to practise together after classes so as you can imagine this is a book with multiple partners and a huge amount of kinky sex.
Jessica has never had much of a chance to explore her fantasies, her ex-boyfriend made her feel dirty for wanting to try out things like spanking but staff and students at the school are all so open and happy about their own kinks that it gives her the freedom to explore things she'd never considered before. I'm all for stories where sex as seen as something positive and fun rather than something to be ashamed of so I really liked the open atmosphere. We get to know Jessica quite well in this first instalment but while she's spent time exploring with Justin and Chris they're still a bit of a mystery so I'm looking forward to getting to know them both better as the series continues.
I don't tend to read a lot of erotic romance with quite this much partner swapping but I have to admit this was one of the hottest books I've read in absolutely ages so I'm really looking forward to diving into Venus Aspiring. Justin and Chris have a lot of explaining to do if they're going to get Jessica back on side but I have a feeling it won't be too hard to bring her around to their way of thinking.
November 28, 2017
This is one of the first books Ms Angel has published. I first read this story on another site, but it wasn't this flashed out.
The idea of a school to explore your sexuality(of your own free will) is really fun. You can do so much with it and Ms Angel really did! We meat Jessica who goes mostly to prove to herself that being a bit(or a lot) kinky is not weired or dysfunctional. She learns to appreciate her body and not to be afraid to look for what she needs, even if it's not the norm.
The book is mostly about having really great sex, but we do see some character development, mostly of Jessica. The 2 male leads are less fleshed out and I think we'll get to know them better in the next book. They have a lot of groveling to do!
All in all it was a fun introduction to this couple and series and I can't wait to start book 2 next :D O can't wait to see how they try to get back in her good graces.
The idea of a school to explore your sexuality(of your own free will) is really fun. You can do so much with it and Ms Angel really did! We meat Jessica who goes mostly to prove to herself that being a bit(or a lot) kinky is not weired or dysfunctional. She learns to appreciate her body and not to be afraid to look for what she needs, even if it's not the norm.
The book is mostly about having really great sex, but we do see some character development, mostly of Jessica. The 2 male leads are less fleshed out and I think we'll get to know them better in the next book. They have a lot of groveling to do!
All in all it was a fun introduction to this couple and series and I can't wait to start book 2 next :D O can't wait to see how they try to get back in her good graces.
November 4, 2019
Please sign me up
If this school was real, I would certainly be signing up as a student. This author has an uncanny knack for having her characters take on a life-like quality where you really feel you are in the room with them. Her ability to use descriptors to promote better visualization and an emotional connection with her characters is phenomenal. I know that some areas of the school are not for everyone, myself included, but keep in mind that it is a school to allow experiences and personal growth. I really enjoyed the relationship between the three main characters. The only thing I would have wished for is no cliffhanger. But I have faith that these three will find their HEA by the end of book four. Regardless, I can't wait to see what happens in the next book.
If this school was real, I would certainly be signing up as a student. This author has an uncanny knack for having her characters take on a life-like quality where you really feel you are in the room with them. Her ability to use descriptors to promote better visualization and an emotional connection with her characters is phenomenal. I know that some areas of the school are not for everyone, myself included, but keep in mind that it is a school to allow experiences and personal growth. I really enjoyed the relationship between the three main characters. The only thing I would have wished for is no cliffhanger. But I have faith that these three will find their HEA by the end of book four. Regardless, I can't wait to see what happens in the next book.
November 4, 2019
Honestly I have some mixed feelings on this one. I liked the premise of the Venus School but quite frankly sometimes I wish that the main characters would have just kept things between themselves, meaning Jessica, Mr. Flood and Mr. Fire. The "study sessions" with other characters seemed a little too much for someone who claimed to be as inexperienced as Jessica did. This book does end on a cliffhanger so I'm looking forward to where things go next for our trio.
February 10, 2019
Want a school where You May never want to graduate? This is it! Way hot - the whole series.
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August 5, 2021
Wow.
Wow.
Wow.
Not for the faint of heart!!
The story is average, the characters get a bit annoying but if you want 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 this is all in! 🥵
Wow.
Wow.
Not for the faint of heart!!
The story is average, the characters get a bit annoying but if you want 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 this is all in! 🥵
June 30, 2022
Lmao this was such trash and not well written but I loved every second of it 😂
March 26, 2022
A few things:
I will never look at the word "Juices" the same way.
It was interesting and new and it took my breath away every so often.
It is straight up 🌽
It might even have been a little too much for my taste (I know!!)
What the actual FUCK was that ending.
Anyway, four stars for the smut 🤩
I will never look at the word "Juices" the same way.
It was interesting and new and it took my breath away every so often.
It is straight up 🌽
It might even have been a little too much for my taste (I know!!)
What the actual FUCK was that ending.
Anyway, four stars for the smut 🤩
March 12, 2022
It’s just 🌽 the whole fucking thing.
and I’m okay with that
and I’m okay with that
January 12, 2020
This is such a dirty read. Warning there is lots and lots of sex in this book with multiple partners. If you have issues with casual sex, explicit descriptions of sex, and every pairing under the sun then this isn't the book for you.
If your like me and you love a good dirty read you will love this book. It book one of four. All the stories are interconnected. This is a m/f/m menage book.
Golden Angel has a way of weaving together really hot scenarios where the characters insecurities, desires, fears, love, respect and much more are examined. Jessica's story is the main arc but you also get to see the evolution of Fire and Flood and their friendship. This book does end on a cliffhanger but the whole series is available so you can just keep reading.
When I first picked this title up I wasn't sure what to expect or if I'd enjoy the story. I ended up really loving reading about Jess exploding past her boundaries into a whole new life.
If your like me and you love a good dirty read you will love this book. It book one of four. All the stories are interconnected. This is a m/f/m menage book.
Golden Angel has a way of weaving together really hot scenarios where the characters insecurities, desires, fears, love, respect and much more are examined. Jessica's story is the main arc but you also get to see the evolution of Fire and Flood and their friendship. This book does end on a cliffhanger but the whole series is available so you can just keep reading.
When I first picked this title up I wasn't sure what to expect or if I'd enjoy the story. I ended up really loving reading about Jess exploding past her boundaries into a whole new life.
November 1, 2019
I thought that this was a good read and an intriguing start to this quartet. With a plot that feels fresh, likable characters, tons of sizzling heat and some enticing twists along the way, this book is well worth reading and it will have you eager for book #2. This is my honest, independent review.
June 3, 2018
This was my first Golden Angel book but definitely won't be my last. It sucked me in from the first page and ended leaving me wanting more. It is not only sexy and steamy but sweet and intriguing too. Don't think I have read a book quite like this one. I can't wait to see what happens next!
January 10, 2022
This reader has mixed feelings about this novel.
The idea of a school, which teaches about sex in a nonjudgmental way, is great. That this "school" is divided into classes of like Basic Intercourse, etc. even better (in fact, the section of the novel in which Jessica and her instructor pair off during Basic Intercourse was well written and could be used as a manual for (first?) lovemaking).
On the other hand, it seems like some of the novel's sections on various sexual positions and types of sex are written by a whole other person. Passages seem somewhat crude as if written from a man's point of view. This reader has read enough erotica (The Story of O, Anne Rampling's Beauty series, Tiffany Reisz's Original Sinners, etc.) over the years and if written by a woman tends to be erotic without crudeness.
Yet, there was once a book this reader happened to find and read, which was written by a man and it was frankly crude and vulgar in the descriptions of the sex act(s). If the passages were written in the sections from either Chris's or Justin's perspectives, this reader would have understood, but from Jessica's perspective?? Yet, time and time again as the novel continued, Jessica's feelings and emotions seemed like they changed to a more "male" (Yes, this sounds sexist, and it is.) language.
While the story was basically light-hearted about the racy sexual adventures of Jessica and her two "special to her" instructors introducing her to all the sexual acts she wanted to explore during her two weeks at the school, this flipping back and forth between sweetness and bawdiness was disconcerting at times.
Yes, there were many fun things about this story, and now there are several sequels to follow up what happens next to the trio. Will Jessica pick Chris or Justin exclusively, or will they continue to share her sexually, making their relationship a menage a trois?
Be forewarned, it is full of sexual scenes of all kinds, very spicy scenes with the language to go with it.
Lots of typos (misused words and/or extraneous words based on context) which could easily have been avoided with another set of eyes or another re-read by the author. Too many What-the-tuck trends (lots of winks, tucking, etc.), but that may be just this reader's issue.
The idea of a school, which teaches about sex in a nonjudgmental way, is great. That this "school" is divided into classes of like Basic Intercourse, etc. even better (in fact, the section of the novel in which Jessica and her instructor pair off during Basic Intercourse was well written and could be used as a manual for (first?) lovemaking).
On the other hand, it seems like some of the novel's sections on various sexual positions and types of sex are written by a whole other person. Passages seem somewhat crude as if written from a man's point of view. This reader has read enough erotica (The Story of O, Anne Rampling's Beauty series, Tiffany Reisz's Original Sinners, etc.) over the years and if written by a woman tends to be erotic without crudeness.
Yet, there was once a book this reader happened to find and read, which was written by a man and it was frankly crude and vulgar in the descriptions of the sex act(s). If the passages were written in the sections from either Chris's or Justin's perspectives, this reader would have understood, but from Jessica's perspective?? Yet, time and time again as the novel continued, Jessica's feelings and emotions seemed like they changed to a more "male" (Yes, this sounds sexist, and it is.) language.
While the story was basically light-hearted about the racy sexual adventures of Jessica and her two "special to her" instructors introducing her to all the sexual acts she wanted to explore during her two weeks at the school, this flipping back and forth between sweetness and bawdiness was disconcerting at times.
Yes, there were many fun things about this story, and now there are several sequels to follow up what happens next to the trio. Will Jessica pick Chris or Justin exclusively, or will they continue to share her sexually, making their relationship a menage a trois?
Be forewarned, it is full of sexual scenes of all kinds, very spicy scenes with the language to go with it.
Lots of typos (misused words and/or extraneous words based on context) which could easily have been avoided with another set of eyes or another re-read by the author. Too many What-the-tuck trends (lots of winks, tucking, etc.), but that may be just this reader's issue.
July 31, 2022
I bought this quartet of books almost four years ago, so I felt it was time to get around to reading them. Venus School was a solid 3.5 stars for me, and I'm hoping the second book, Venus Aspiring, makes up for some of the elements that were lacking for me in this one.
Whilst I found all three MCs to be pleasant enough I just felt that we never really got to know them in any real depth. The reason for this, and my biggest issue with the book, was that a good 70 - 80% of it revolved around sex scenes. I expected a fair few of them, given the synopsis of the book, but the sheer volume of them meant many were superfluous and did nothing to move the story forward. They were there for titillation and erotic value only and ended up making the book feel a lot longer than it was. In the end, I found myself skipping a fair fewchapters sex scenes in my hunt for some actual plot.
I felt the sex scenes with Nick were unnecessary and they left a bad taste in my mouth. I really didn't want to read about OM/OW action, not when I'm meant to be convinced of the connection between Jessica, Chris and Justin. For me, they held no value and I have no idea what their purpose was within the story.
Despite that, the writing, the smattering of story that was to be found between all the sex and the ending were enough to convince me to continue with the series. Hopefully, the next book will have the plot and pace that was missing from this one.
PS - I'm glad this author no longer seems to use the term "his meat" quite so frequently. I kept picturing a guy waving a barbecued sausage around 🤣🤣🤣
Whilst I found all three MCs to be pleasant enough I just felt that we never really got to know them in any real depth. The reason for this, and my biggest issue with the book, was that a good 70 - 80% of it revolved around sex scenes. I expected a fair few of them, given the synopsis of the book, but the sheer volume of them meant many were superfluous and did nothing to move the story forward. They were there for titillation and erotic value only and ended up making the book feel a lot longer than it was. In the end, I found myself skipping a fair few
I felt the sex scenes with Nick were unnecessary and they left a bad taste in my mouth. I really didn't want to read about OM/OW action, not when I'm meant to be convinced of the connection between Jessica, Chris and Justin. For me, they held no value and I have no idea what their purpose was within the story.
Despite that, the writing, the smattering of story that was to be found between all the sex and the ending were enough to convince me to continue with the series. Hopefully, the next book will have the plot and pace that was missing from this one.
PS - I'm glad this author no longer seems to use the term "his meat" quite so frequently. I kept picturing a guy waving a barbecued sausage around 🤣🤣🤣
November 2, 2019
Omg I need more. I can't wait for what's next I'm the series involving Jessica, clint, and justin. This ended on a mini cliff but I'm gonna practice patience and wait for what's next. This is a manage with mild bdsm and some butt play.
February 27, 2022
LEGIT palate cleanser if you want something really quick and easy to read.
March 11, 2021
The Venus School is a clever construct whereby the author is able to cram a lot of sex into a short story; but it is clever and the reader does not tire of the action because of the structure. Jessica needs to explore her sexuality and the unlikely school allows her to do this, but her experience is complicated when she develops feelings for two of her teachers. If you are not offended by menage et trois or BDSM I think you will enjoy this. There are another two stories to follow.
October 23, 2019
Title: The Venus School
Author: Golden Angel
Format: Audio
Narrator: Roxanne Hill
Genre: Erotic Romance
Standalone: Nope - Ends on a cliffhanger
Part of a Series: Book 1 of 4 in the Venus Rising series
POV: Mostly Jessica, Justin and Chris but some omnipotent narrator
Steam Level: Kindle Melting
3.5/5
I'm bumping this down because of the cliffhanger. If you're looking for panty-melting hot exploration of sexuality from self-love to M/F to F/F and MFM with light BDSM then The Venus School does this fabulously. It was sexy, hot and erotic with an open exploration of sexuality. If you're looking for a complete story with an HEA, then not so much.
I received this audiobook for free from Audiobook Obsessions. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Author: Golden Angel
Format: Audio
Narrator: Roxanne Hill
Genre: Erotic Romance
Standalone: Nope - Ends on a cliffhanger
Part of a Series: Book 1 of 4 in the Venus Rising series
POV: Mostly Jessica, Justin and Chris but some omnipotent narrator
Steam Level: Kindle Melting
3.5/5
I'm bumping this down because of the cliffhanger. If you're looking for panty-melting hot exploration of sexuality from self-love to M/F to F/F and MFM with light BDSM then The Venus School does this fabulously. It was sexy, hot and erotic with an open exploration of sexuality. If you're looking for a complete story with an HEA, then not so much.
I received this audiobook for free from Audiobook Obsessions. This is my honest and voluntary review.
June 24, 2019
OK WOW, there is literally sex on every page, however the story warrants that and honestly I was looking for a more smutty read this time so all boxes checked. I did actually savor this one a bit doling out the smut in doses so it would last longer.
There is an actual story and plot to this so it makes the reading more enjoyable.
Jessica is at a two week boot-camp for sexual education. Howto have it, how to be better at it, how to be more ready for it. There are classes for basic touch, oral, basic sex, and even some for a few kinks, even a yoga class to help you stay limber. All the instructors wear masks, no only does this hide their identity, but it also gives them a bit more authority, setting them apart from the students a bit.
Now I would not say there was cheating in this story b/c none was really with someone not at the camp, there are a lot of partner changes. I think Jessica had sex with at least 5 different guys. So that was interesting. And even more interesting is the lack of condoms use or even mentioned, not once. So there must have been some rules going into the school that are not mentioned.
This is told predominantly from Jessica's POV, there are a few times it jumps over to the two guys/instructors that have a thing for her. And twice, it switches to POV from the office all three of the main characters work at. Those ones threw me, it took me a while to realize the switch and even understand why.
This story covers a few days before her time at the school and a few days after. The next in the series will follow more of her life outside of the school and I'm looking forward to seeing that.
I do think it is funny she thinks she has to pick one. They are obliviously fine in a threesome so why would she have to pick?
There is an actual story and plot to this so it makes the reading more enjoyable.
Jessica is at a two week boot-camp for sexual education. Howto have it, how to be better at it, how to be more ready for it. There are classes for basic touch, oral, basic sex, and even some for a few kinks, even a yoga class to help you stay limber. All the instructors wear masks, no only does this hide their identity, but it also gives them a bit more authority, setting them apart from the students a bit.
Now I would not say there was cheating in this story b/c none was really with someone not at the camp, there are a lot of partner changes. I think Jessica had sex with at least 5 different guys. So that was interesting. And even more interesting is the lack of condoms use or even mentioned, not once. So there must have been some rules going into the school that are not mentioned.
This is told predominantly from Jessica's POV, there are a few times it jumps over to the two guys/instructors that have a thing for her. And twice, it switches to POV from the office all three of the main characters work at. Those ones threw me, it took me a while to realize the switch and even understand why.
This story covers a few days before her time at the school and a few days after. The next in the series will follow more of her life outside of the school and I'm looking forward to seeing that.
I do think it is funny she thinks she has to pick one. They are obliviously fine in a threesome so why would she have to pick?
June 3, 2019
Terrific Story & Audible Listen🎧 🔥Hot & Steamy🔥
The Venus School
By: Golden Angel
Narrated by: Roxanne Hill
Series: Venus Rising, Book 1
This is a great story, it is original and engrossing. Golden Angel is a master at writing erotica and creating interesting storylines that have depth. Her characters are realistic and relatable. I love her plotting and the concept of a school where students explore their own s*xuality to learn more about themselves and what they like and want. Jessica’s ex did a number on her self esteem, at the recommendation of Olivia, a friend from work, she takes a two week course at “The Venus School” to learn more about her sexual preferences. She signs up for lessons of her choice and they are all hot and kinky. The instructors are are hot too, she has an awesome connection with two of them, Mr. Flood and Mr. Fire. Each class covers topic, i.e light BDSM, anal play, menage, self pleasure, basic pleasure and so forth and the classes are hands on, so there is plenty of hot scenes in this book. I’ve met Jessica in Golden Angel’s Stronghold Dom series so it is awesome to get to know her story and how her relationship came about. I am looking forward to the second book in this series. G. Angel, thank you for another great story, everything you write is amazing and entertaining.
I listened to the Audible edition, Roxanne Hill is a wonderful narrator and voice performer. She brings the characters to life, gives each their own voice and personality. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this great listen🎧
Thank you 🎧@AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsessionReviewer
The Venus School
By: Golden Angel
Narrated by: Roxanne Hill
Series: Venus Rising, Book 1
This is a great story, it is original and engrossing. Golden Angel is a master at writing erotica and creating interesting storylines that have depth. Her characters are realistic and relatable. I love her plotting and the concept of a school where students explore their own s*xuality to learn more about themselves and what they like and want. Jessica’s ex did a number on her self esteem, at the recommendation of Olivia, a friend from work, she takes a two week course at “The Venus School” to learn more about her sexual preferences. She signs up for lessons of her choice and they are all hot and kinky. The instructors are are hot too, she has an awesome connection with two of them, Mr. Flood and Mr. Fire. Each class covers topic, i.e light BDSM, anal play, menage, self pleasure, basic pleasure and so forth and the classes are hands on, so there is plenty of hot scenes in this book. I’ve met Jessica in Golden Angel’s Stronghold Dom series so it is awesome to get to know her story and how her relationship came about. I am looking forward to the second book in this series. G. Angel, thank you for another great story, everything you write is amazing and entertaining.
I listened to the Audible edition, Roxanne Hill is a wonderful narrator and voice performer. She brings the characters to life, gives each their own voice and personality. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for this great listen🎧
Thank you 🎧@AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsession #AudiobookObsessionReviewer
December 3, 2019
This book was not what I was expecting. There was a lot of sex. It seemed at the beginning that there was more sex than story line. The ending however does make me want to read the next book.
I listened in audible and I do believe that this story could have benefited from multiple readers, there are 2 male parts as well as the female and sometimes it was confusing as to who's POV we were getting.
This a book about two guys who are best friends and into the same type of kink, they like one of the women they work with who happens to also be interested in kink, or at least learning more about it. These two men are unable to figure out a way to approach said woman, Jessica, but they are involved in a kink school. Jessica and the two men have a mutual friend at work who tells Jessica about the school, she is interested and goes; the friend also tells the two guys that she is going and since they are teachers there they go to teach.
It was interesting to see the relationship blossom between the three of them. Well one on one, there isn't a full on manage until the end of the schooling. I enjoyed the sex scenes, I just thought at one point we were getting more sex than actual story line, which isn't a bad thing and they fit in the story well, but maybe there could have been more story between the sex in the beginning.
Overall I enjoyed this book and was only planning on reading the one, but I will be reading(listening to) the next 3 in the series.
I listened in audible and I do believe that this story could have benefited from multiple readers, there are 2 male parts as well as the female and sometimes it was confusing as to who's POV we were getting.
This a book about two guys who are best friends and into the same type of kink, they like one of the women they work with who happens to also be interested in kink, or at least learning more about it. These two men are unable to figure out a way to approach said woman, Jessica, but they are involved in a kink school. Jessica and the two men have a mutual friend at work who tells Jessica about the school, she is interested and goes; the friend also tells the two guys that she is going and since they are teachers there they go to teach.
It was interesting to see the relationship blossom between the three of them. Well one on one, there isn't a full on manage until the end of the schooling. I enjoyed the sex scenes, I just thought at one point we were getting more sex than actual story line, which isn't a bad thing and they fit in the story well, but maybe there could have been more story between the sex in the beginning.
Overall I enjoyed this book and was only planning on reading the one, but I will be reading(listening to) the next 3 in the series.
March 5, 2018
My Thoughts on The Venus School
This new to me author certainly was introduced to me with a very intriguing book. This might be my first book by her but it won't be my last. While it was very heavy on the descriptions on things like class schedules and detailed step by step of things done in those classes, it also had a very interesting story underneath it all. A woman wanting to explore her more sensual side, especially when not allowed to really explore it in past relationships. Two men who find themselves both interested in the same woman and are presented with the perfect opportunity to get to know her and let her get to know them. I liked the freed the characters really seemed to feel while at this school. I loved all the moments of the main characters really getting to know each other during and between the school course times. It was a very nice concept for a story and I feel like it was done well.
Another thing that was really done well was the narration. This narrator provided the perfect voice to Jessica the leading lady. Young but not high pitched or juvenile. She also pulled off the male character choice of very well.
I plan to jump into book two of this series as soon as possible as the way things were left at the end of this one ensure I need to know more.
This new to me author certainly was introduced to me with a very intriguing book. This might be my first book by her but it won't be my last. While it was very heavy on the descriptions on things like class schedules and detailed step by step of things done in those classes, it also had a very interesting story underneath it all. A woman wanting to explore her more sensual side, especially when not allowed to really explore it in past relationships. Two men who find themselves both interested in the same woman and are presented with the perfect opportunity to get to know her and let her get to know them. I liked the freed the characters really seemed to feel while at this school. I loved all the moments of the main characters really getting to know each other during and between the school course times. It was a very nice concept for a story and I feel like it was done well.
Another thing that was really done well was the narration. This narrator provided the perfect voice to Jessica the leading lady. Young but not high pitched or juvenile. She also pulled off the male character choice of very well.
I plan to jump into book two of this series as soon as possible as the way things were left at the end of this one ensure I need to know more.
January 26, 2020
Jessica wants...no needs to explore her sexuality, dark desires and fantasies. She decides to spend her vacation at The Venus School. Chris and Justin have been attracted to Jessica for a while but haven't managed to get close to her much even though they all work for the same company. Learning that Jessica is going to Venus school, they finally see their opportunity. They will be two of her instructors focusing on BDSM and menage. Jessica has an eye opening, confidence building, sensationally erotic two weeks. She is drawn to both Chris and Justin, Mr Fire and Mr Flood, who give her pleasure and fulfillment beyond anything she ever imagined. More and more she becomes attached and realuzes she could never choose between the two. She also realizes that when the two weeks is over she must return to reality leaving the two men behind. Chris and Justin know beyond a doubt they want Jessica, she's their perfect submissive. Now how to convince her of that in real life. Hopefully their plan doesn't backfire if she discovers their duplicity.
You are in for an erotic treat with this book. It's a "how to" book about learning to have great sex. Great characters, steamy scenes and highly charged emotions add up to an outstanding reading experience.
You are in for an erotic treat with this book. It's a "how to" book about learning to have great sex. Great characters, steamy scenes and highly charged emotions add up to an outstanding reading experience.
May 27, 2018
Sexual Coming of Age You Don’t Want to Miss
Normally, I find books with constant sex in them repetitious, and boring. (How many ways can you describe the same actions, anyway, right?) And while I knew this writer through her WereBunny series - and it must be read! It’s fantastic - I thought I’d give one of her erotic series a try. Since I’m not one for domestic discipline, this one was for me.
And how. Wouldn’t a school like this be awesome? I do. And the heroine of this series gets to go, after she attracts the (secret) attention of two of the teachers there who happen to work at the same company she works at, too. I like how all the characters’ emotions were explored, from her excitement to the mens’ own sensations and camaraderie. And her experiences with *all* the instructors were hot, too. There was some truly hot description happening. *fans self*
There’s something for everyone in this book (MF, MFM, FF - but no MM? Why not? It’d be super-hot with the male leads!)
Normally, I find books with constant sex in them repetitious, and boring. (How many ways can you describe the same actions, anyway, right?) And while I knew this writer through her WereBunny series - and it must be read! It’s fantastic - I thought I’d give one of her erotic series a try. Since I’m not one for domestic discipline, this one was for me.
And how. Wouldn’t a school like this be awesome? I do. And the heroine of this series gets to go, after she attracts the (secret) attention of two of the teachers there who happen to work at the same company she works at, too. I like how all the characters’ emotions were explored, from her excitement to the mens’ own sensations and camaraderie. And her experiences with *all* the instructors were hot, too. There was some truly hot description happening. *fans self*
There’s something for everyone in this book (MF, MFM, FF - but no MM? Why not? It’d be super-hot with the male leads!)
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