Let's talk dirty books
Untamed Highlanders, Book #1
Heat Factor: Thought it was going to be totally innocent. Was totally wrong.
Character Chemistry: Do pieces of cardboard have chemistry?
Plot: Woe is me, I must marry for $$$
Overall: zzz
Shout out to Tina, an early reader of our blog, for the recommendation!
Heat Factor: The vast majority of the sex is extremely sordid
Character Chemistry: Distinct power imbalance
Plot: The realities of a May-December romance
Overall: This book is not for the faint of heart
Scandal and Scoundrel, Book 1
Heat Factor: Lots of cunnilingus. I can get behind this.
Character Chemistry: “We don’t even like each other!”
Plot: She needs a ride to Mayfair, so she stows away in his carriage. And ends up going all the way to Cumbria. Whoops. (Basically: Almost to Scotland. We all know what happens when you go to Scotland in Regency Smut.)
Overall: A really fun read, despite some of the “No YOU deserve better” nonsense that occurs.
The Ravenels, Book 4
Reviews of previous books in The Ravenels series: Book 1, Book 2, Book 3
Heat Factor: Moderate level of historical romance-style heat
Character Chemistry: Sort of an odd couple, but they’re very committed to each other
Plot: Spinster surgeon finds love, become embroiled in government conspiracy
Overall: Come to while away a few pleasant hours, not to be blown away
The Marriage Game, Book 10
Heat Factor: They’re pretty proper. They do jump in the sack after they’re engaged.
Character Chemistry: The holding each other at a distance while also becoming more intimate was kinda sorta cute.
Plot: “Please rescue me, my love. My life is a hot mess.”
Overall: If you like high drama, this isn’t for you. If you like low key stress, this is probably a good fit.
