Review: Autumn After Dark for The Lotus
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 27, 2013
I'm not sure where to even start with my thoughts on this one. The first book was an eye opening experience for me in regards to what the life of a super model is like. While there were some moments in the first book that my brows went up to my forehead, nothing really shocked me. And let me note for the record, I'm not that kind of girl that's easily shocked. In fact, I liked the direction the first book was taking. This book...was a bit out there.So, I'll start with where things left off in the first book. Katie's step-father, Daniel, whom she was in love with, passed away and now things are bit unsettled among the family. Katie is set to inherit some of his estate and his biological daughter, Caroline, is having some trouble with that. They head over to France to get things settled and there Katie meets Victor. It's clear that they have some pretty intense chemistry from the start, but Victor has some interesting ideas on relationships. He's definitely into Katie, but he also wants her to help him build his business. His business...basically a secret sex club that's on a yacht. There's an abundance of drugs and every sexual fantasy you can imagine. While, Katie is familiar with a lot of this, some of the things she experiences are new to her. Maybe I'm wrong, but I feel like she struggled a bit with some of the bizarre. She really cares for Victor and vice versa, but yet they have these massive orgies. I think that's the part I struggled with the most. If you truly love someone, why would you want to share them? So, are they really in love? I suppose we shall see. Victor wants to take their relationship to the next level, but someone from her past resurfaces and I think Katie's going to have to make some tough decisions.I have to point out that not all the sex was all that out there to me. The first time Katie and Victor are together was pretty damn hot. And I admit, the scenes between Katie, Emily, and men were pretty incredible. I think it was because there was an intimacy involved in those scenes that made it appealing. I also admit that there was a part of me that hope that Katie would end up with Arnaud.I suppose I could go on more about the details of the book, but I feel like my mind is a blur of sex, drugs, and orgies. There were threesomes, holes filled in every available slot, and even some girl on girl action. Seriously, it was intense. So, how can I rate it a 4? Here's why...I still feel some compassion for Katie. I think she's a good person who got stuck in this chaotic life. She wants to be loved and wants to love someone completely. Plus, I'm still totally fascinated by this lifestyle. It's so far out of the realm of my reality, so it's interesting to me. I'll definitely read the next book. I need to know where things will go from here. If you're looking for a true Erotic Novel and you have an open mind, check this series out!