Review: Real people in an interesting situation
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 25, 2013
When many people think of erotic literature, pornography comes to mind.  While there are some books out there that read like Debbie Does Dallas, many are honest to goodness novels with well-developed characters and good story lines.  The best erotic tales are the ones whose characters rise above the cliché story that has perfect looking characters navigating fantastic careers in a beautiful city while wearing designer duds.  Author Blair Erotica has managed to produce a compelling short story that builds to something more than just sex.Jezebel is a published poet who is confident and straight-forward.  She acknowledges that she's no beauty, but uses a flattering wardrobe and fit physique to play to her strengths.  Men definitely find her captivating.  Robert, a young erotic photographer, is immediately drawn to Jezebel when she walks into his studio.  He begins to lure her into a sensual mood with his camera all while masking his attraction to the slightly older woman.  The two have been partnered together by their publisher to collaborate on an artistic work that uses both their talents.  In order to fully understand the inner workings of the model, Jezebel must make herself vulnerable to the photographer by showing a side of her that readers haven't been exposed to.  Jezebel knows this will help boost book sales for her poetry, but is unsure if baring mind, body, and soul is worth it.This was a fantastic short read with interesting characters.  I could almost visualize myself sitting in Robert's shabby warehouse studio watching the sophisticated Jezebel contemplate what she should do.  And, Robert's description of the quintessential young artist who is ordinary and intriguing at the same time was the perfect contrast to the poet.  The two had a great chemistry, supporting the idea that opposites do attract.  The writing style reminded me of Tobsha Learner, author of Quiver.  Like her short stories, Blair Erotica created real people in interesting situations.This was a great introduction to a new erotic author.