Review: The Happy Couple
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 28, 2013
Seth & Amber: 3 in 1 Edition (Exclusive Bonus Story) (A Seth & Amber Erotic Tale) by Nathan L. Flamank is a compilation of 3 novellas, plus a bonus short story. It is a journey shared with Seth and Amber, a couple married for 10 years, who have no children, but have many dear friends. Amber is a veterinarian and Seth is a writer who has recently gained success with one of his books. They live in a renovated barn in the country. By all accounts, Seth and Amber are basically average people, living an ordinary life. They deeply love each other and express it openly, passionately, and without shame. They celebrate Seth's birthday where he receives a gift from Amber of a coupon book which changes both of their lives by opening them up to new experiences. While most of the experiences are surprising and enjoyable, occasionally they are also shocking and distasteful to the characters and perhaps to the reader as well. The couple later celebrate Amber's birthday where Seth goes to great lengths to give his wife a birthday she will never forget. Seth does not tolerate Amber's peeking to see her gift before it was revealed. But Amber has a few surprises for Seth, too.I originally intended to read another book, Rage Against the Machine, by Nathan L. Flamank because I adore murder mysteries. However, I was compelled to read this one first because quite frankly, I also enjoy getting out of my box once in while to explore new things. I was delighted to discover characters who in many ways could be anyone on the street. They do not have perfect lives, but they love each other. Together, they share what life has to offer them with an open mind. Sometimes they enjoy the experience and other times they do not. Nathan L. Flamank handles some of the taboo activities the couple experiences with remarkable skill. While not everyone will enjoy reading about those activities, the author explains in the book's forward the purpose behind his inclusion of those taboo activities and how he intends to handle them in future Seth & Amber books. Nathan L. Flamank's talented writing ability allowed me to enjoy the book as a whole and I look forward to meeting Seth and Amber again.