Review: So much more than just erotica
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 22, 2013
In terms of erotica & heat, this book was wonderful. I say this although I don't share kinks with the characters. Frankly, the sex was written with so much passion that it was easy to get caught up in, regardless of whether I'd ever want to partake of those activities.I was drawn in immediately by the sexual tension & how fun the dialogue was. Intelligence & humor were everywhere. Also, the main character was so easy to relate to in many ways & was very likable.This book was had surprising depth of emotion & intelligence. I loved the intimacy & the insightful psychological aspects dealt with. The main characters were so observant. They really listened, saw & cared about each other. When they opened up & shared, they helped each other grow, embrace who they really were as well as who they needed to be.I loved how the D/s lifestyle was expressed in a new way. It was shown as a tool to explore yourself, your relationships & your world. It was also used as an outlet to channel needs that may interfere with or hold you back in other areas of your life. That insight was very interesting & even educational.Communication was stressed & observed in a fresh new way, as well. I loved how Dmitri insisted that he be told of any issues rather than being snapped at, glared at, etc. I realized how in life, people tend to hold back their feelings/thoughts. Instead, they'll act in ways that are not helpful to themselves or others.How often do you actually learn something useful & important (other than maybe some sexual techniques) from a book that's primarily erotica? This book was a cut above the rest. I actually feel like this book will help me in life.I recommend this book to open-minded, intelligent people.