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Pure Sin Trilogy #3
Love Shared
Witnessing my best friends fall in love has been wonderful. I never thought about it until now. Crystal and April have found their happily ever after, but what about mine? I’ve dated my fair share of men, but none of them were love material. I work hard and play just as hard, but I want more after seeing love unfold right before my eyes.
Two men come into my life and shatter my world. One man is a beast who wants to push my boundaries and my body to new heights. The other wants to show me the love that I’ve been craving. How can I choose when they share my heart?
This book is a dark romance and contains themes that aren't suitable for anyone under the age of 18. Please check the author's note in the eBook for content warnings before reading.
Two men come into my life and shatter my world. One man is a beast who wants to push my boundaries and my body to new heights. The other wants to show me the love that I’ve been craving. How can I choose when they share my heart?
This book is a dark romance and contains themes that aren't suitable for anyone under the age of 18. Please check the author's note in the eBook for content warnings before reading.
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Thetta James
20 books127 followersI've been a book lover for as long as I can remember. Stories have a way of expanding the mind, making you question, what if? Four years ago, I stepped into the Book World as a blogger, and from that passion, The Erotic Book Review was born.
While I enjoy all genres, I'm especially drawn to Romance with a kinky edge. I believe that following your passion unlocks creativity and endless possibilities. There's something magical about taking readers on a journey, pulling them so deeply into a world that they feel every emotion, every moment. That love for storytelling led me to write, and now, I have the joy of sharing my words with others. I hope readers enjoy them as much as I love bringing them to life.
I live in North Georgia with the love of my life, my husband of over 30 years. When I’m not writing or reading, you’ll find me solving puzzles, meeting new people, learning about different cultures, watching football, or binge-watching my favorite shows.
One quote I live by.."Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”
While I enjoy all genres, I'm especially drawn to Romance with a kinky edge. I believe that following your passion unlocks creativity and endless possibilities. There's something magical about taking readers on a journey, pulling them so deeply into a world that they feel every emotion, every moment. That love for storytelling led me to write, and now, I have the joy of sharing my words with others. I hope readers enjoy them as much as I love bringing them to life.
I live in North Georgia with the love of my life, my husband of over 30 years. When I’m not writing or reading, you’ll find me solving puzzles, meeting new people, learning about different cultures, watching football, or binge-watching my favorite shows.
One quote I live by.."Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”
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October 1, 2022
This is one of those times I really wish I was better at putting how I feel in words. This book was a fantastic read, this book touches on so many type of relationships and from friendship to business to love to s3x
It touches on female empowerment not only in the world but also s3xual
This story is well written and an easy and captivating read. I loved Chasity and Lance’s story and Gio was swoony and I may have a book crush on him
It touches on female empowerment not only in the world but also s3xual
This story is well written and an easy and captivating read. I loved Chasity and Lance’s story and Gio was swoony and I may have a book crush on him
September 5, 2022
Omg!! I’m crying!! So many emotions are running thru me after reading this. On so many levels I am Chass! The last over 3 years since my husband died has taught me what I didn’t have. Decades being married doesn’t make for happiness! Now trying to find the right person to give everything to is so much like what you’ve written. I think right here, right now my eyes are open and I know what I deserve. Thank you dear sweet friend!! This story IS AWESOME!!
Some of the excerpts from the book might provide insight and empowerment!
“Unrequited love is a love that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. He’s like a thief in the night that stole my heart only to shatter it into a million pieces. The imminent storm that I don’t want to take cover from.”
“I’m not willing to risk my heart for someone who can’t see how much I love them. No matter how much my heart wants me to wait and give him time, my head and now my body is ready to move on.”
“Instead of clearly communicating, I assume that women will fall in line with what I want. That’s not how it works. Women don’t always follow cues and although it is possible, it can be hard for some to have a physical relationship and not get their heart involved.”
“I need someone to be the sunshine after the rain. Someone who will allow me to be vulnerable in times of uncertainty. Who will be there when I’m broken and just being in his presence heals me.”
I finished and I can’t even tell you how emotional I am! Chass is so relatable! I see myself and my emotions in her and how she lives and loves. The story also gives me hope that all of us can find it! The naughty was there but it was also very inspiring!! Thank you for the journey all 3 of these women have taken us on but this last one got me big time!! Thank you Thetta!! Congratulations and a job well done!! 🥰😘❤️
September 6, 2022
What an incredible journey Thetta James takes you on! Filled with so much emotions! Chass and Lance heat up the pages which included some sizzling moments! The friendships, love, and wisdom warmed my hearts! Definitely had some unexpected surprises or should I say scorching! Such a wonderful and heartwarming ending ! Awesome read!
October 4, 2022
I absolutely love Chassity’s story. Her pure explanation of how she feels with each encounter and situation she is involved in really gives me clarity. I felt every emotion she felt. The writing was so fluid and the character interactions so realistic, I couldn’t wait to read more.
Having read books 1 and 2 of the Pure Sin trilogy, I was already involved in the lives of these three friends. Learning about Chass’s history made it all complete. The epilogue settled my inquisitive side but also had me wondering about their new directions in life.
Bravo Thetta!!
Having read books 1 and 2 of the Pure Sin trilogy, I was already involved in the lives of these three friends. Learning about Chass’s history made it all complete. The epilogue settled my inquisitive side but also had me wondering about their new directions in life.
Bravo Thetta!!
October 6, 2022
Chass... one of three best friends since college. She has enjoyed their closeness and second sense they have for each other. She has watched her two friends go through much, overcome, then succeed in life and love. She is happy for them and hopes it's her turn now! Her work goals are coming to fruition! She's getting to the point where she could see herself in a more permanent commitment. She decided to ask Lance, whom she is falling for, what she should do. After all, she just knows he feels what she does for him...doesn't he?
Lance... he's enjoying life, taking things day by day with Chass. He told her from the beginning he wasn't in it for the long haul. He never allowed himself that option! It wasn't his thing! He learned from his past. His goals dictate no long term commitments. He encouraged Chass in her goals the way he thought she wanted. The only problem was he's not sure now that's what he can live with.
This story touched on many emotions, some even mirrored my own life. I felt Chassity's longing, her disappointment as well as her sexual enlightenment. I could even commiserate with Lance and his emotional upheaval! I felt for Gio and his internal struggles. I didn't want the story to end but Thetta knew how to make it happen just right! I know you'll enjoy it as much as I did!!
On a side note...I listened to her music playlist at the end of the book! I could feel each song and know how it was engaged in the story with each character's emotions. Took it over the top!
I can hardly wait for her next endeavor!!
Lance... he's enjoying life, taking things day by day with Chass. He told her from the beginning he wasn't in it for the long haul. He never allowed himself that option! It wasn't his thing! He learned from his past. His goals dictate no long term commitments. He encouraged Chass in her goals the way he thought she wanted. The only problem was he's not sure now that's what he can live with.
This story touched on many emotions, some even mirrored my own life. I felt Chassity's longing, her disappointment as well as her sexual enlightenment. I could even commiserate with Lance and his emotional upheaval! I felt for Gio and his internal struggles. I didn't want the story to end but Thetta knew how to make it happen just right! I know you'll enjoy it as much as I did!!
On a side note...I listened to her music playlist at the end of the book! I could feel each song and know how it was engaged in the story with each character's emotions. Took it over the top!
I can hardly wait for her next endeavor!!
November 15, 2022
I've been thinking about how to write this review for several days but have come up empty for the right words to sum up the goodness that Love Shared is without saying too much but now my time is up so here we go. Thetta James is brilliant with word building, and creating a world that I got lost in from the jump, not to mention the kicker of female empowerment of these friends. Chass has been watching her best friends find love, and while she's over the moon happy for them, she still longs for it herself. There's a man named Lance, and they're perfect for each other, plus they light the sheets on FIRE, but Lance (while wonderful in his own way) makes questionable decisions that may or may not have him losing Chass. And that's all I'll say about that because I wanted to say less LOL! I'm telling you, the minute I opened this story, I was fully immersed in this world, and didn't move until I devoured every last page as there's so much more to it, so don't pass it up! By the way, I hope that a super hot man gets his own story (hint hint) because I need more of him! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
September 17, 2022
The final book in this amazing series - delivered!
Love Shared - Lance & Chassity’s story, it was real, raw and an epic explosion of emotions.
It takes time for Lance to see and accept what he always knew and felt, but the big question for him - Is it too late?
Gio, Lance's best friend, business partner and sharer of sexual partners is a hot Italian who is not afraid of his feelings but is surprised by his insta-love for Chass, the connection between him and Chass is smokin'hot!.
Mixed feeling throughout this story, I wanted to shake and slap Lance, at one point I was rooted for Gio & Chass because he is looking for his HEA. However, it ended how it should have, an ending that made me smile but also feel lost and sad to say goodbye to Crystal, April & Chassity,
This book is another page turner, well written and contains some very, very hot sex scenes #BONUS.
Love Shared - Lance & Chassity’s story, it was real, raw and an epic explosion of emotions.
It takes time for Lance to see and accept what he always knew and felt, but the big question for him - Is it too late?
Gio, Lance's best friend, business partner and sharer of sexual partners is a hot Italian who is not afraid of his feelings but is surprised by his insta-love for Chass, the connection between him and Chass is smokin'hot!.
Mixed feeling throughout this story, I wanted to shake and slap Lance, at one point I was rooted for Gio & Chass because he is looking for his HEA. However, it ended how it should have, an ending that made me smile but also feel lost and sad to say goodbye to Crystal, April & Chassity,
This book is another page turner, well written and contains some very, very hot sex scenes #BONUS.
September 6, 2022
Wow, Wow, WOW! My heart is bursting. Loved Shared is the perfect ending to the Pure Sin Trilogy. It's beautifully written. I became invested in the characters from the previous books. Three friends who would do anything for each other...and they do. Chassity's story is perfection! Lance and Gio! What woman wouldn't want all the sexiness these two swoony men bring into her life? The connection between the characters is incredibly seductive and passionate. But finding her true love is powerful and romantic. Lance and Chassity's connection is unstoppable. Their story was dynamic and their romance was both sexy and endearing. A beautiful and emotionally charged relationship. So good. So perfect. Everything I wanted and more...except a story for Gio? Perhaps? Seriously, this is a must-read!
September 6, 2022
There are just no words have fantastic this story is. I think most people can all relate to Chass. Feeling like you’re on the outside watching all your friends fall in love and wondering when it will my turn. Chass loves Lance and wants a relationship with him. Lance is not sure what he wants or how he feels. When he introduces Chass to his best friend Gio will he realize that he loves Chass and wants a relationship or will she fall in love with his best friend? Or will Chass learn more about herself and decide to walk away from them both? Opportunities arise and changes are coming for all the girls. This is the perfect ending to the trilogy.
October 12, 2022
'Why does love put you in danger of losing yourself?'
My first book by Thetta James and it will definitely not be my last.
Real, raw and full of passion! This is hot smut with a lot of heart!
Chass has no time for long-term relationships. Her passion for her work is the only thing that matters and she's determined to not let anything or anyone get in the way of that.
'But a girl has to orgasm right?' And nothing beats raw satisfying sex with no strings attached and no feelings involved. Until she falls in love that is. And when the love isn't reciprocated because the guy is just as business minded as she is, and even more reluctant to tie up those strings, Cass suddenly finds herself on a one way street to a hell lot of heartache.
Unless she finds the strength to walk away from the only man who holds the key to her heart.
This book is, true to its title, about pure sin and love shared. And it all starts with amazing sex. Depraved and decadent, fulfilling and empowering. But it is by far not only about sex. It is about fantasies fulfilled and feelings acknowledged, hearts broken and put together again. And the best part of it all, it feels real.
Great characters and smoking hot sex, topped with a good measure of feeling and written in a nicely flowing seductive prose, this little tale is one for any steamy romance fan out there.
It's sexy, classy and seductive.
It's a little steamy treat.
My first book by Thetta James and it will definitely not be my last.
Real, raw and full of passion! This is hot smut with a lot of heart!
Chass has no time for long-term relationships. Her passion for her work is the only thing that matters and she's determined to not let anything or anyone get in the way of that.
'But a girl has to orgasm right?' And nothing beats raw satisfying sex with no strings attached and no feelings involved. Until she falls in love that is. And when the love isn't reciprocated because the guy is just as business minded as she is, and even more reluctant to tie up those strings, Cass suddenly finds herself on a one way street to a hell lot of heartache.
Unless she finds the strength to walk away from the only man who holds the key to her heart.
This book is, true to its title, about pure sin and love shared. And it all starts with amazing sex. Depraved and decadent, fulfilling and empowering. But it is by far not only about sex. It is about fantasies fulfilled and feelings acknowledged, hearts broken and put together again. And the best part of it all, it feels real.
Great characters and smoking hot sex, topped with a good measure of feeling and written in a nicely flowing seductive prose, this little tale is one for any steamy romance fan out there.
It's sexy, classy and seductive.
It's a little steamy treat.
October 4, 2022
I wish I could express myself better, this book really did its job at closing a trilogy. Chass is such a strong and independent woman, and I love that she realized it. She put aside her huge need of love from Lance and remembered who the freak she was. All three women have gone threw so much, but they always remain set in their goals and never give up. This book had some scenes that where on fire!!! But what I loved the most is how Chass loves herself and what a bad mamajama she is! Lance and Gio are just out of this world amazing with chass and I so wished they could have all just stayed together ahahaha.
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💫*•💜... MY 5-⭐ REVIEW...💜•*💫
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LOVE SHARED, book three in the Pure Sin Trilogy by author Thetta James
GAH! EEP! WOWZA! I'M ALL IN! What a way to end the Pure Sin Trilogy! Love Shared, the final book in the Pure Sin Trilogy by talented author Thetta James is a 5-🌟 ROMANCE TRIFECTA. Not only that, it's also double the pleasure, double the fun!
I ate it all up, one delicious word at a time. It's a one sided romance between a man and a woman. (Or is it?) It's a romance between a woman and two men. (Umm Hello! Sign me up! ) It's also a romance between three women. (I loved the romance between these friends and I wished they were all friends of mine too.) And for good measure the author throws in a bromance between best friends. (I mean who doesn't love a bromance? Their bond is tighter than Spanx.) Got to love all that! And…… I…… did!
If you've read the first two books in The Pure Sin Trilogy, you may remember meeting Chass, who is best friends with April and Crystal, the heroines from books 1 & 2. This trio of friends are nothing short of fiercely loyal, loving, supportive and protective of each other and their bond is unfreakingbreakable. Even their significant others know this and accept it for what it is.
Chassity/Chass Price is our beautifully strong and independent heroine who has always been infatuated with clothing. Her ultimate dream is to become a fashion designer. For now, she's perfectly happy with being a buyer in the fashion industry where she gets to travel to the most beautiful places in the world like Milan for fashion week.
Chass is in love with a man she can never have a normal relationship with. He has told her he would never fall in love or be in a committed relationship. She's accepted that. They are exclusive but not committed. She knew from the beginning that it would be like this but she didn't know how hard she would fall for the man of her dreams.
To quote the book, “Unrequited love is a love that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy.”
Lancelot/Lance Jones is our hot as hell Hero who makes Chass's toes curl and weak in the knees. Lance owns and runs the adult club, Pure Sin. A safe place for adults to play out their kinkiest fantasies. That's where he meets the one woman he can't get enough of, yet keeps himself detached and at a distance emotionally. Sadly, a past relationship has skewed Lance's perception about what love and relationships are all about. He refuses to fall in love or be in a committed relationship. But don't you fret, Lance is a sexy, sultry self assured man in charge as well as being comfortable in his own skin and projects these strengths in business and in the boudoir.
Giovanni/Gio De Luca is the swoony, luscious 6'4" sex on a stick Italian god from Italy who is also Lance's best friend and silent business partner. He would do almost anything for Lance. Lance needs to keep Chass at an emotional distance and fears things are changing. That has Lance reaching out to Gio who he has invited to participate in a sexual encounter of the hottest kind and it's an offer he can't refuse. Gio is secretly fighting his feelings about Cass. He would never betray Lance… or would he?
You know the old saying, sharing is caring? Well, let me tell all you romance lovers out there that in the pages of Love Shared, sharing is caring alright and holds an entirely different meaning. It will open up possibilities for some and cause problems for others. But what I will say is this, it will singe your book pages and quite possibly your fingertips, overheat your ereader and leave you in a lazy euphoric, lust filled and sated state of mind. Believe you me, sharing is caring has never been so hot! But, will it come at a price? Hmm, good question, but sorry not sorry, my drooling lips are sealed.
Lance can be cold at times and Chass chooses to ignore those traits because she believes she can change his way of thinking and is bound and determined to clear the cobwebs from his eyes. Lance and Chass are perfect together. It was like they were made for each other. But Lance is too stubborn to see what he has with her.
I really did like Lance. But I will say that Lance infuriated me at times. I found myself now and then wanting to flog the stubbornness right out of him. I wanted to shake some sense into him. Lance is stubborn and detached at times. He needs to think before he speaks. He's steadfast in his decision to keep an emotional distance. That's where the problem lies. His stubborn side gets in the way and clouds his judgement. Here's a teaser for you.
“Instead of clearly communicating, I assume that women will fall in line with what I want. That’s not how it works. Women don’t always follow cues and although it is possible, it can be hard for some to have a physical relationship and not get their heart involved.”
It has to be said that author Thetta James knows how to superbly pen a beautiful romance. I'm always impressed with how well her stories flow. She keeps her romances real and relatable and I appreciate that. All her books keep me fully engaged throughout their entirety. Love Shared is no different.
And the icing on that cake? She creates and writes some of the best sexy, kinky, and downright sizzling hot SEXYTIME scenes. The unbelievable red hot scorching sexytime had my overstimulated and overheated girly bits stand up and take notice. I swear, had I not been arguing with my significant other I would have gladly engaged in an afternoon delight or two!
Even the toughest of women can reach their limits when it comes to unrequited love and fighting for a love that will never become anything more than sex. Sometimes a slap in the face and a good ugly cry can make all the difference in how you see things. A conversation has Chass second guessing her "relationship status".
Here's another teaser for you.
“I’m not willing to risk my heart for someone who can’t see how much I love them. No matter how much my heart wants me to wait and give him time, my head and now my body is ready to move on.”
When new opportunities present themselves, Chass has some decisions to make that could change the direction of her life and relationships. A reaction from someone helps her make those difficult decisions that could very well land her in the arms of another.
What happens when you take the blinders off and see color instead of black and white standing right in front of you? Everything changes in an instant. Everything makes sense. Or does it? Will it open the eyes of one man who now realizes that he can have a romantic relationship and love again? Or will the newly discovered truth be too much, putting regret in its place? Will Chassity end up with the man of her dreams or will she move on to someone who could actually love her?
Those are more great questions and I've got less answers from yours truly. No spoilers allowed.
Favorite funny passage:
It was a battle of wills because no matter how I internally screamed “down girl” at my cooch, she betrayed me and danced to the beat like Michael f*cking Jackson.
In Love Shared, love comes in many forms. When you deny yourself of love because of the past, it can change you into a hardened empty shell of who you used to be. You're unable to see what's right in front of you and you risk losing the best thing that's ever happened to you. When you embrace love, that's when the magic happens. It's reborn into a living breathing thing.
There's tons of loving goodbyes, bittersweet heartache as well as, you guessed it, more sexytime that is hotter than volcanic lava that will leave a mark on you.
This trilogy is now complete and I'm so sad to say my goodbyes to each couple. I've been riding alongside each couple and cheered, cried and rejoiced, along with so many other emotions. It's an emotional series, for different reasons. I'm hoping there will be a spin off of this trilogy. I mean Gio most definitely needs his own happily ever after. Wink wink to the author! 😘😘😘
So, go on, get up and go get Love Shared as well as book 1 & 2 and let the sun shine through so you too can see the color of love. 💜💜💜
Although I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book, I also pre-ordered my own copy.
💫*•💜... MY 5-⭐ REVIEW...💜•*💫
.•*(¸.•*´🤍`*•.¸)`*•.💜¸.• *(¸.•* 🤍 ´*•.¸)*•.
LOVE SHARED, book three in the Pure Sin Trilogy by author Thetta James
GAH! EEP! WOWZA! I'M ALL IN! What a way to end the Pure Sin Trilogy! Love Shared, the final book in the Pure Sin Trilogy by talented author Thetta James is a 5-🌟 ROMANCE TRIFECTA. Not only that, it's also double the pleasure, double the fun!
I ate it all up, one delicious word at a time. It's a one sided romance between a man and a woman. (Or is it?) It's a romance between a woman and two men. (Umm Hello! Sign me up! ) It's also a romance between three women. (I loved the romance between these friends and I wished they were all friends of mine too.) And for good measure the author throws in a bromance between best friends. (I mean who doesn't love a bromance? Their bond is tighter than Spanx.) Got to love all that! And…… I…… did!
If you've read the first two books in The Pure Sin Trilogy, you may remember meeting Chass, who is best friends with April and Crystal, the heroines from books 1 & 2. This trio of friends are nothing short of fiercely loyal, loving, supportive and protective of each other and their bond is unfreakingbreakable. Even their significant others know this and accept it for what it is.
Chassity/Chass Price is our beautifully strong and independent heroine who has always been infatuated with clothing. Her ultimate dream is to become a fashion designer. For now, she's perfectly happy with being a buyer in the fashion industry where she gets to travel to the most beautiful places in the world like Milan for fashion week.
Chass is in love with a man she can never have a normal relationship with. He has told her he would never fall in love or be in a committed relationship. She's accepted that. They are exclusive but not committed. She knew from the beginning that it would be like this but she didn't know how hard she would fall for the man of her dreams.
To quote the book, “Unrequited love is a love that I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy.”
Lancelot/Lance Jones is our hot as hell Hero who makes Chass's toes curl and weak in the knees. Lance owns and runs the adult club, Pure Sin. A safe place for adults to play out their kinkiest fantasies. That's where he meets the one woman he can't get enough of, yet keeps himself detached and at a distance emotionally. Sadly, a past relationship has skewed Lance's perception about what love and relationships are all about. He refuses to fall in love or be in a committed relationship. But don't you fret, Lance is a sexy, sultry self assured man in charge as well as being comfortable in his own skin and projects these strengths in business and in the boudoir.
Giovanni/Gio De Luca is the swoony, luscious 6'4" sex on a stick Italian god from Italy who is also Lance's best friend and silent business partner. He would do almost anything for Lance. Lance needs to keep Chass at an emotional distance and fears things are changing. That has Lance reaching out to Gio who he has invited to participate in a sexual encounter of the hottest kind and it's an offer he can't refuse. Gio is secretly fighting his feelings about Cass. He would never betray Lance… or would he?
You know the old saying, sharing is caring? Well, let me tell all you romance lovers out there that in the pages of Love Shared, sharing is caring alright and holds an entirely different meaning. It will open up possibilities for some and cause problems for others. But what I will say is this, it will singe your book pages and quite possibly your fingertips, overheat your ereader and leave you in a lazy euphoric, lust filled and sated state of mind. Believe you me, sharing is caring has never been so hot! But, will it come at a price? Hmm, good question, but sorry not sorry, my drooling lips are sealed.
Lance can be cold at times and Chass chooses to ignore those traits because she believes she can change his way of thinking and is bound and determined to clear the cobwebs from his eyes. Lance and Chass are perfect together. It was like they were made for each other. But Lance is too stubborn to see what he has with her.
I really did like Lance. But I will say that Lance infuriated me at times. I found myself now and then wanting to flog the stubbornness right out of him. I wanted to shake some sense into him. Lance is stubborn and detached at times. He needs to think before he speaks. He's steadfast in his decision to keep an emotional distance. That's where the problem lies. His stubborn side gets in the way and clouds his judgement. Here's a teaser for you.
“Instead of clearly communicating, I assume that women will fall in line with what I want. That’s not how it works. Women don’t always follow cues and although it is possible, it can be hard for some to have a physical relationship and not get their heart involved.”
It has to be said that author Thetta James knows how to superbly pen a beautiful romance. I'm always impressed with how well her stories flow. She keeps her romances real and relatable and I appreciate that. All her books keep me fully engaged throughout their entirety. Love Shared is no different.
And the icing on that cake? She creates and writes some of the best sexy, kinky, and downright sizzling hot SEXYTIME scenes. The unbelievable red hot scorching sexytime had my overstimulated and overheated girly bits stand up and take notice. I swear, had I not been arguing with my significant other I would have gladly engaged in an afternoon delight or two!
Even the toughest of women can reach their limits when it comes to unrequited love and fighting for a love that will never become anything more than sex. Sometimes a slap in the face and a good ugly cry can make all the difference in how you see things. A conversation has Chass second guessing her "relationship status".
Here's another teaser for you.
“I’m not willing to risk my heart for someone who can’t see how much I love them. No matter how much my heart wants me to wait and give him time, my head and now my body is ready to move on.”
When new opportunities present themselves, Chass has some decisions to make that could change the direction of her life and relationships. A reaction from someone helps her make those difficult decisions that could very well land her in the arms of another.
What happens when you take the blinders off and see color instead of black and white standing right in front of you? Everything changes in an instant. Everything makes sense. Or does it? Will it open the eyes of one man who now realizes that he can have a romantic relationship and love again? Or will the newly discovered truth be too much, putting regret in its place? Will Chassity end up with the man of her dreams or will she move on to someone who could actually love her?
Those are more great questions and I've got less answers from yours truly. No spoilers allowed.
Favorite funny passage:
It was a battle of wills because no matter how I internally screamed “down girl” at my cooch, she betrayed me and danced to the beat like Michael f*cking Jackson.
In Love Shared, love comes in many forms. When you deny yourself of love because of the past, it can change you into a hardened empty shell of who you used to be. You're unable to see what's right in front of you and you risk losing the best thing that's ever happened to you. When you embrace love, that's when the magic happens. It's reborn into a living breathing thing.
There's tons of loving goodbyes, bittersweet heartache as well as, you guessed it, more sexytime that is hotter than volcanic lava that will leave a mark on you.
This trilogy is now complete and I'm so sad to say my goodbyes to each couple. I've been riding alongside each couple and cheered, cried and rejoiced, along with so many other emotions. It's an emotional series, for different reasons. I'm hoping there will be a spin off of this trilogy. I mean Gio most definitely needs his own happily ever after. Wink wink to the author! 😘😘😘
So, go on, get up and go get Love Shared as well as book 1 & 2 and let the sun shine through so you too can see the color of love. 💜💜💜
Although I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book, I also pre-ordered my own copy.
September 7, 2022
There are just no words have fantastic this story is. I think most people can all relate to Chass. Feeling like you’re on the outside watching all your friends fall in love and wondering when it will my turn. Chass loves Lance and wants a relationship with him. Lance is not sure what he wants or how he feels. When he introduces Chass to his best friend Gio will he realize that he loves Chass and wants a relationship or will she fall in love with his best friend? Or will Chass learn more about herself and decide to walk away from them both? Opportunities arise and changes are coming for all the girls. This is the perfect ending to the trilogy.
September 14, 2022
LOVE SHARED! The third and final book in the PURE SIN Trilogy.
Although this book is shorter and more fast-paced than the other two... it is THREE TIMES electrifying!
Chassity - Strong, independent, and fierce in her career, but when it comes to love, she wears her heart on her sleeve... a hopeless romantic (in my eyes).
Lance - Fuck Me! Sex on a stick 🔥🔥🔥 A man that is set in his ways. He is passionate, caring, and a fucking master in the bedroom... or dungeon, but closes his heart to love.
So what happens when one heart is out there for the taking, but the other keeps theirs at a distance? You invite an Italian stud to join in on the kinky fuckery!
Gio! A tall cup of hotness that isn't afraid to show all his heart has to give. Take his compassion and mix it with heart and soul, then throw in a hot as fuck Italian accent and he will make your panties drop!
These three together are an inferno 🔥 the level of heat would make the devil himself blush.
All of my emotions were peeled away one layer at a time. There was no downtime for my emotions in this book, the author made me feel with every turn of the page. The chemistry is off the charts, but the love and passion between all of the characters soar above the heavens.
I loved the first two books in this trilogy, but... LOVE SHARED is by far my favorite of the three!
Thetta James once again flew me to the stars with an epic story ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kudos to you Ms. James, you nailed it!
Although this book is shorter and more fast-paced than the other two... it is THREE TIMES electrifying!
Chassity - Strong, independent, and fierce in her career, but when it comes to love, she wears her heart on her sleeve... a hopeless romantic (in my eyes).
Lance - Fuck Me! Sex on a stick 🔥🔥🔥 A man that is set in his ways. He is passionate, caring, and a fucking master in the bedroom... or dungeon, but closes his heart to love.
So what happens when one heart is out there for the taking, but the other keeps theirs at a distance? You invite an Italian stud to join in on the kinky fuckery!
Gio! A tall cup of hotness that isn't afraid to show all his heart has to give. Take his compassion and mix it with heart and soul, then throw in a hot as fuck Italian accent and he will make your panties drop!
These three together are an inferno 🔥 the level of heat would make the devil himself blush.
All of my emotions were peeled away one layer at a time. There was no downtime for my emotions in this book, the author made me feel with every turn of the page. The chemistry is off the charts, but the love and passion between all of the characters soar above the heavens.
I loved the first two books in this trilogy, but... LOVE SHARED is by far my favorite of the three!
Thetta James once again flew me to the stars with an epic story ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kudos to you Ms. James, you nailed it!
September 14, 2022
Sometimes a book comes along that touches you in a way where it takes a piece from you. In this case there were three . The Pure Sin Trilogy by Thetta James tugs on your every emotion leaving you dizzy in the process.
It centers around three best friends and the trials and tribulations they not only had to face in life but in love .
Book 3 . Loved Shared Is Chassitys story.
Chassity, at a young age, knew exactly what she wanted to do with her life and stopped at nothing to make her dreams come true. Her perseverance and never say never attitude is one of her strengths but also her biggest downfall especially when it comes to love. When she loves, she loves hard and falls deeply. No is not a word in her vocabulary. She needs to be in control of every situation so when a 'kink in her chain' by the name of Lance comes along, it disrupts who she set out to be. Control is lost by the slightest touch from Lance. Promises she made to herself are broken, as the mere thought of him consumes so much of her she barely recognizes herself.
After a failed marriage, Lance vows never to be in a serious relationship again. He craves his freedom, and he wishes to remain unattached by not allowing anyone to get too close to him. His feelings are under lock and key, even the countless futile attempts by Chassity doesn't chip away at his iron exterior.
A mutual agreement to remain exclusive to only each other in the bedroom keeps their bodies safe but what about their hearts? Can two people with explosive chemistry and compatibility really leave their feelings at the door? Can intimacy not lead way to love?
Chassity is not ashamed to admit her love of sex and expressing herself in the bedroom. She will stop at nothing to show Lance how much he means to her and agrees to a threesome with his best friend and business partner , the sexy and swoony Gio from Milan.
Gio makes Chass feel things that Lance never did. He showed parts of his heart that Lance kept hidden. Where there is a void looking into Lances eyes, she can see the depths of his soul in Gios. He doesn't try to hide how she makes him feel but savors and worships her body like she is the most beautiful creature in the world. He devours her essence and longs for her with a passion she had only hoped would come from Lance. Sometimes she felt she could see something flicker in Lances eyes and just for a fraction of a second see his true feelings just for it to disappear in a blink of an eye.
"How can I choose when they share my heart".
Falling for Gio wasn't in th cards. Where Lance only had built a wall, Gio has an open door. Can she move on from Lance and open herself to Gio? Can she deny the unadulterated chemistry flowing between her and Gio and accept it is what it is with Lance ?
From the second I opened book one in the trilogy I became invested in these characters. I read slow, knowing that one day their stories would come to an end and Crystal, April, and Chass would have to forge their own paths and follow their hearts to their happily ever afters. Thetta James could not have ended the series in a more phenomenal way! Happy tears flowed in the most bittersweet kind of way. I can't accept this is the last I hear from them..and Gio.Maybe it's not the end but I'll see you later ? 😏
It centers around three best friends and the trials and tribulations they not only had to face in life but in love .
Book 3 . Loved Shared Is Chassitys story.
Chassity, at a young age, knew exactly what she wanted to do with her life and stopped at nothing to make her dreams come true. Her perseverance and never say never attitude is one of her strengths but also her biggest downfall especially when it comes to love. When she loves, she loves hard and falls deeply. No is not a word in her vocabulary. She needs to be in control of every situation so when a 'kink in her chain' by the name of Lance comes along, it disrupts who she set out to be. Control is lost by the slightest touch from Lance. Promises she made to herself are broken, as the mere thought of him consumes so much of her she barely recognizes herself.
After a failed marriage, Lance vows never to be in a serious relationship again. He craves his freedom, and he wishes to remain unattached by not allowing anyone to get too close to him. His feelings are under lock and key, even the countless futile attempts by Chassity doesn't chip away at his iron exterior.
A mutual agreement to remain exclusive to only each other in the bedroom keeps their bodies safe but what about their hearts? Can two people with explosive chemistry and compatibility really leave their feelings at the door? Can intimacy not lead way to love?
Chassity is not ashamed to admit her love of sex and expressing herself in the bedroom. She will stop at nothing to show Lance how much he means to her and agrees to a threesome with his best friend and business partner , the sexy and swoony Gio from Milan.
Gio makes Chass feel things that Lance never did. He showed parts of his heart that Lance kept hidden. Where there is a void looking into Lances eyes, she can see the depths of his soul in Gios. He doesn't try to hide how she makes him feel but savors and worships her body like she is the most beautiful creature in the world. He devours her essence and longs for her with a passion she had only hoped would come from Lance. Sometimes she felt she could see something flicker in Lances eyes and just for a fraction of a second see his true feelings just for it to disappear in a blink of an eye.
"How can I choose when they share my heart".
Falling for Gio wasn't in th cards. Where Lance only had built a wall, Gio has an open door. Can she move on from Lance and open herself to Gio? Can she deny the unadulterated chemistry flowing between her and Gio and accept it is what it is with Lance ?
From the second I opened book one in the trilogy I became invested in these characters. I read slow, knowing that one day their stories would come to an end and Crystal, April, and Chass would have to forge their own paths and follow their hearts to their happily ever afters. Thetta James could not have ended the series in a more phenomenal way! Happy tears flowed in the most bittersweet kind of way. I can't accept this is the last I hear from them..and Gio.Maybe it's not the end but I'll see you later ? 😏
October 3, 2022
There was a time I stopped reading romance novels. But then, I said, why. Love is amazing, and you can live vicariously through amazing writer's words.
This trilogy took me by storm. The emotions! My goodness, I was a wreck, and then I was built back up!
This trilogy is where my relationship with Ms. James begins, and I'm sure we'll have a lasting relationship with stories like Chass'!
I loved it!
This trilogy took me by storm. The emotions! My goodness, I was a wreck, and then I was built back up!
This trilogy is where my relationship with Ms. James begins, and I'm sure we'll have a lasting relationship with stories like Chass'!
I loved it!
October 4, 2022
This is the third book in this incredible trilogy, and this is Lance and Chassity’s journey. Chassity has watched her friends find their significant others, while she wonders when she will get her turn, and then two men come into her life. Lance and his best friend a sexy Italian who is surprised by his instant connection to Chass. This is a well written story which is dark, raw, gritty, and intriguing, with emotions, surprises, and love, which leads to a steamy and heartwarming page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.
October 23, 2022
Girrrllll.....
Let me tell you...
A Standing Ovation being sent to you my friend. You have once again proved all of those people that doubted you as an Author. I for one, knew you would achieve this new adventure, hands down.
This was so damn sexy. Falling for two sexy men... Hum.. I luved the goodbye. Wink. Wink😉
I luved the way you gave the English meaning to all the sexy Italian words.
Keep up the great work.
Much luv going your way..
Let me tell you...
A Standing Ovation being sent to you my friend. You have once again proved all of those people that doubted you as an Author. I for one, knew you would achieve this new adventure, hands down.
This was so damn sexy. Falling for two sexy men... Hum.. I luved the goodbye. Wink. Wink😉
I luved the way you gave the English meaning to all the sexy Italian words.
Keep up the great work.
Much luv going your way..
July 22, 2025
This was my first why choose, and it wasn't at all what I expected. I love that Thetta handled this both sensually and sensitively. I wasn't expecting it to be about love, so that was a really nice twist for me. And that sometimes, people get caught in a rut of not appreciating their partners and taking them for granted. Life found a way to wake Lance up and realise that Chass should be cherished, as should her love for him. Maybe they wouldn't have found their way without Gio. Loved this story, though.
September 28, 2022
What a superb ending to an incredible series. I was so looking forward to Chassity’s story and Love Shared didn’t disappoint. It delivered on the feels and I especially loved the inner conflict that the characters each experienced. Thetta James certainly knows how to hold on to a reader’s attention throughout and the spicy scenes were so incredibly hot! Can’t wait to read more from this author!
October 5, 2022
Though a strong support for her friends in Love Hurts and Love Displayed, Chassity was a bit of an enigma.
Her story is all about unrequited love and having to make life changing decisions.
The least being does she stay with someone that pushes her boundaries but will not commit or move onto someone that can love her.
An excellent end to the Trilogy.
Her story is all about unrequited love and having to make life changing decisions.
The least being does she stay with someone that pushes her boundaries but will not commit or move onto someone that can love her.
An excellent end to the Trilogy.
October 3, 2022
I can’t put into words how much I loved Chassity’s story. I had mixed feelings about Lance, he just ticked me off so much, however I loved and adored Gio and the three of them together were fire. An epic ending to this trilogy and I look forward to reading whatever this author comes up with next.
October 1, 2022
This book is the perfect end of an amazing trilogy. Chass, Lance, and Gio have some eye-opening conversations, as life changes for them all.
October 4, 2022
I finished this book a few days ago and decided to let it sit with me before I wrote a review. Let me say this was the absolute perfect ending to this trilogy. It’s about so much more than a romance between a man and woman. It’s about three friends who are do or die for one another. Don’t we all want friends like that? Chass is so strong and independent, but her heart is another matter. I love Lance but sometimes he ticked me off and Gio? Oh wow. He is perfect. This was such a perfect book and I loved all the characters so much. I love that Thetta writes these strong female characters that are so relatable. She writes in away you can feel the emotions rolling off the pages. It’s a great book and I am so glad I started this trilogy. I’m looking forward to many more books from Mrs. James.
September 7, 2022
I enjoyed reading Love Shared. This book took me through an array of emotions. I was happy when Chass started putting herself first. I couldn't stand Lance. But I'm glad Chass got what she needed/looking for. I guess you can tell I was team Gio. Maybe he'll get a story in the future. I loved the story!!
July 30, 2023
I started reading Love Shared by Thetta James after my 2 year old relationship ended in the end of May and beginning of June. I desperately wanted to read the third book. But I did not know I would be reading it after my heart was broken.
Reading Love Shared, I truly felt every single word of the book. Chassity's relationship with Lance reminded me not only of my relationship with my recent ex boyfriend but also of my parents. I empathized with Chass so much throughout the book. I felt like she was me. I was her. It was like Thetta James saw into what I needed to heal. This book.....I will definitely reread this book if and when I feel like my heart needs that extra help.
Thetta James, thank you. This book is definitely one book I will read over and over until I feel like I have become completely myself again. This book series healed me from everything I didn't know I needed to heal from. Thank you. I cried, I smiled, I lived my whole past and my dreams for the future in these books. THANK YOU FOR YOUR WORDS FOR YOUR TALENT!!!
Reading Love Shared, I truly felt every single word of the book. Chassity's relationship with Lance reminded me not only of my relationship with my recent ex boyfriend but also of my parents. I empathized with Chass so much throughout the book. I felt like she was me. I was her. It was like Thetta James saw into what I needed to heal. This book.....I will definitely reread this book if and when I feel like my heart needs that extra help.
Thetta James, thank you. This book is definitely one book I will read over and over until I feel like I have become completely myself again. This book series healed me from everything I didn't know I needed to heal from. Thank you. I cried, I smiled, I lived my whole past and my dreams for the future in these books. THANK YOU FOR YOUR WORDS FOR YOUR TALENT!!!
January 2, 2023
I loved reading this final book about Chassity! Her two friends are engaged to be married. She’s still single. She’s been exclusively seeing Lance, owner of Pure Sin, for a while. He has been burned before and doesn’t want a relationship, something Chassity is looking for. No matter how hard she tries to make him see she wants to be with him, Lance won’t budge. They even let Gio , Lance’s best friend and silent partner, join in for some fun. Gio is smitten with Chassity right from the beginning. How will this all play out? Will Gio’s feelings for Chassity change the way Lance feels for her? Will Chassity just walk away from Lance for good? How will Gio factor in Lance and Chastity’s relationship in the end? All these questions will be answered. You won’t want to miss a single moment of Chassity and Lance’s story!
March 21, 2023
I am so disappointed with this book and the ending to the series. After the accident it jumps six months ahead, nothing involving Lance's treatment of her while she was laid up, just a few mentions after the fact. It skipped all the details of her life and recovery. Then Gio falls in love with her and she has feelings for him too but she leaves him in Milan, what the hell?! This could have worked as a polyamory story. These girls that are chosen sisters to one another, who have relied on each other for years, sharing everything just up and move away with no emotional breakdowns? Just because Lance finally pulls his head out of his a** and proposes that's how the book is supposed to have a HEA, no way just glossing over the details of this friendship changing so drastically does it feel like a happy ending. This book had the potential to be so much more and it just wasn't.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 30, 2023
Love Shared
What a fantastic read this book was. It is about friendship and love. The characters were awesome. The women were strong individuals and they knew what they wanted. The men or maybe just one needed to get his head together if he expected to have a future with someone who loves him.
I absolutely loved this story. The different scenes at the club added to the romance, and was a big part of the story. Like the title says Love Shared.
Read it yourself and enjoy a great love story.❤️
What a fantastic read this book was. It is about friendship and love. The characters were awesome. The women were strong individuals and they knew what they wanted. The men or maybe just one needed to get his head together if he expected to have a future with someone who loves him.
I absolutely loved this story. The different scenes at the club added to the romance, and was a big part of the story. Like the title says Love Shared.
Read it yourself and enjoy a great love story.❤️
October 9, 2022
This was such a great book. Thetta James knocked it out of the park with this final book in what was such a wonderful series. This book is very well written and will easily captivate the reader. It's packed full of emotions and was very real and raw. Chassity's story was incredible. I loved Lance, but was seriously wondering where his head was at times. It just took him a little longer to figure out what he already knew. I thought this was a wonderful trilogy. Make sure you check it out.
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