Antonia’s Bargain
Kate PearceHistorical erotic romance
Available from Ellora's Cave
ISBN: 9781419908989
January 2007
| After the suicide of his wife, Lord Gideon Harcourt finds that he avoids emotional entanglements by using men for his pleasure. An evening spent at one of his favorite brothel and gaming houses leads him to discover a female disguised as a male. He is so intrigued he finds himself desiring to get to know her better.
Antonia is an heiress in need of a husband but after seeing the life her mother lived wants to avoid the marriage bed. She does not want a companion that only wants her for her money or wants a woman to serve as a brood mare. The best plan she has come up with so far is to enter the world of men and see them when they are not trying to impress her. She had not counted on meeting someone like Gideon who immediately sees through her disguise. Gideon agrees to introduce her to the world of men for allowing him a chance to seduce her. She agrees as long as she remains a virgin throughout his instructions. Gideon wonders about Antonia’s fear of marriage and pregnancy. He finds that the more they are together the more he desires her and wants more. He must help her to overcome her fears if there is to be a future together for them. Antonia’s Bargain is a sexy fast paced historical romance that is sure to entertain the readers. It brings the time of regency England to life through the eyes of a female exploring the male world. Gideon introduces Antonia to the ways of young men seeking entertainment. Nothing is forbidden, from pleasures of the flesh to gamboling, Antonia will see it all. Readers will delight as Antonia reacts to these new experiences and how her reactions affect Gideon. This is highly erotic romance where all aspects of pleasure are described. Numerous scenes too hot to describe here for the readers will excite and stimulate the imagination. Lovers in every combination and in every position will frequent this story. The readers will enjoy the fact that during a time of such strict social rules a woman explores the freedom that comes with being born male. The romance between Gideon and Antonia must move beyond the fears and troubles of both their past. Their histories touch the heart and let the reader understand what has shaped their fears. These characters find in the other someone that understands them and accepts their needs and desires when others would judge them negatively. Together they find a type of healing that opens their heart to love. Readers are encouraged to add Antonia’s Bargain by Kate Pearce to their reading list. This creative and highly passionate romance is sure to be enjoyed by all.
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Reviewer: Anita |
