This author opens the doors on a woman exploring her sexual fantasies with a man she instinctively trusts. But soon she realizes that she might have misplaced that trust when she finds out that he hasn't been completely honest with her.

Mortal Sensations by Allyson James
Seeing her high school dream guy at the wedding of her friends, Madison knows that she still is in lust with Thomas. Thomas feels desire for Maddie and wants a second chance to offer her a night of sexual pleasure to replace the memories of their one and only disastrous date as teenagers.

This was an interesting read. Very quick with a good storyline that felt a little rushed. This story had a lot going on and really needed to be longer to do justice to all the different facets of the story. I loved the addition of Alexi and all he brought into their play.

Dungeon Dreams by Sheri Whitefeather
Kendra has been having erotic dreams of a room outfitted with BDSM equipment. Upon arriving at James' bed and breakfast, called the Bonswa Inn, she is drawn to James and tells him about her dreams. He shows her the attic that looks almost exactly like the room in her dreams.

This story was the most simplistic with the focus on the sex between Kendra and James. They fought falling in love by reminding themselves that what they were experiencing was just lust. I didn't feel a connection with either character but it was obvious they connected with each other.

All three stories are centered around the legend of a fountain in the courtyard with a saying inscribed on it meaning "All that you wish." Legend says anyone who tosses a coin in the fountain will have their sexual wish fulfilled. As part of the voodoo charm of New Orleans, the fountain was a great centerpiece to build each story around. I enjoyed the book overall, but the Nikita Black story shines with great characters and a well developed plot.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Explicit

Reviewer: Lisa Freeman
June 8, 2010