Review: Short, Sexy Romp
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 08 19, 2011
Sexy, audacious younger man tempts a lonely widow. This isn't a battle of wills, this is a sweet yet spicy story of an affair that leads to deeper attachment. Lady Julia Renwick is portrayed as a nice lady who wants some hot love action and is willing to take risk to attain it. The younger man, the Earl of Bedingfield, is a well-done rakish sort with sensitive, caring side who gives her a gentle push into temptation. The whole story is imbued with a good historical feel. Julia's actions and thoughts are believable for a widow of her time; she doesn't come across as anachronistic in her manner. The way the affair transpires was also believable and suited the times.Ms. Erickson's writing clear and deep in character perspective and sounds historical without being flowery, awkward or wordy. The love scenes are sexily written and infused with plenty of emotion right from the start. Their attraction is instant, steady and overt. The sex happens early and there is no conflict over it. Julia and Bedingfield want the affair and do not hide it from each other. There's mild tension over Bedingfield's vast sexual expertise and Julia's relative lack of experience. Later some conflict arises over Julia's doubts and insecurities about the age difference. These conflicts are worked out in a way that is believable and satisfying.It is a light, straightforward love affair story that turns into a HEA. A very enjoyable quick and sexy read with just the right touch of romance.Originally posted at The Long and Short of It Romance Reviews