Jennifer Lynne returns today to give us a glimpse of the fourth book in her Gods of Love series, Immortal Seduction. Keep reading to get a taste of this book, as well as the rest of the series, along with my impressions of it. Make sure to fill out the form for your chance to win an Amazon GC and other fun swag too!
Firefighters Ashur, Kieran and Hugh are damaged men. A tragedy that took the life of their colleague has left them scarred, both physically and emotionally. Love and power are nothing to them but empty words.
Hoping to reignite their mother’s passion for life and love, the erotes bring these mortal men to Aphrodite’s attention.
But with the blackness inside Ash, Kier and Hugh becoming ever deeper, will it take more than the power of a goddess to save them? And if she loses that battle, how will she rediscover the path to healing for her own emotionally damaged heart?
EXCERPT:
Her perfume filled his nostrils and a strange roar in his eardrums slowed his thinking until he couldn’t concentrate, couldn’t do anything except sip from her proffered well of moist sweet nectar when he leaned in to take the kiss. Her lips were both spicy and sweet at the same time. The taste was exotic and new, and it blended perfectly with the familiar whiskey-laced breath of his friend as Hugh joined them in a three-way kiss like none he had ever experienced before.
Time ceased to exist as he dipped into her mouth and supped. The ever-present vestiges of his anguish receded as hunger took its place. Desire. Craving. That was all he knew, especially when her moan vibrated across the back of his throat. First one, then the other of them plunged with a tongue here, nipped there with eager teeth. He sucked at the fullness of her bottom lip and felt in turn the delicate flicker of her tongue as she rasped it across his own.
Demanding, then asking. Dominating, then pleading. The dance went on and he couldn’t tell who was in control. Or out of it. He didn’t care. If she wanted to be in charge, that was okay by him. He would happily go wherever she led.
Her body was as soft as it had promised to be, and yet somehow hard and unyielding. Earlier she’d been wearing a white dress, but now she was naked between them. How was that possible? He groaned and heard an answering sound erupt out of Hugh before his friend leaned down to take one of her long pink nipples into his mouth. Blindly he reached out and grappled the other breast, weighing its enticing heaviness in his palm.
Slow this down. Catch our breath.
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MY IMPRESSIONS OF HIS BOOK:
Jennifer Lynne's Gods of Love series continues with mom, the goddess Aphrodite, feeling as if she's lost that loving feeling after the death of her love long ago. Her sons have found happiness and love in the mortal world and after much searching have found just the man to make her feel powerful again....if only he weren't so grief stricken and sworn off sex in honor of the one he lost. Aphrodite will have to use any means necessary to help him heal and bring him back to the lovers still here. Along the way she learns surprising things about humans, and herself, and the difference between lust and love in a super steamy story ranging from m/f, m/m, and ménage couplings.
Ashur has always been the responsibility one even as a child. People have looked up to him and tried to emulate him has he's a formidable presence. Young firefighter Aiden in fact chose his career because of his adoration for Ashur and it's his death that drives Ashur to a low point of darkness and inner turmoil. Ashur hates himself for his one moment of perceived irresponsibility and tortures himself by shutting himself off from happiness. Even his fellow firefighters, and lovers, are unable to help him as they're dealing with their own grief. Hugh has always been the calming influence but is left frustrated by constantly being turned away while Kieran has sought refuge in a bottle and willing bedmates. Their once tight and loving group has been torn asunder. Aphrodite uses her mythical abilities to remind Ash that happiness still exists and that in the arms of loved ones he can honor what Aiden and they all once had and can still have. They finally accept their grief and are much stronger because of Aphrodite's embrace.
Ms. Lynne nicely combines magical abilities with reality in a story where the men easily accept the special nature and abilities of Aphrodite unquestioningly. The sexual interludes morph from sensual to intense in a fast build-up that surprisingly allows the hidden grief to come through. The male characters were appealing but I would've loved to have a more in-depth view of them as these strong yet silent types, with scars both inside and out, are a particular favorite of mine. Aphrodite on the other hand, with her mythical nature, was hard to relate to. The issues she was going through paled in comparison to that of Ashur and the boys after all. Though the ending felt rushed with only a hint of future happiness I still found this another satisfying installment in Ms. Lynne's mythological series and look forward to the next story in this unique series.
My rating for this is a B+
*I received this book from the author for review in exchange for my honest opinion.
Jeannie yearns for the return of passion in her marriage. Jake craves new excitement in the form of another man in a way that will not upset the balance of his marriage nor his undying love for his wife. Pothos, the god of sexual yearning, is one of the erotes and an aspect of Eros, the Olympian god of desire.
On the last night of winter this couple's distinctive yearning has called to Pothos, and by the power of the erotes, he intends to rekindle the flame of Jake and Jeannie's passion in a night of desire that will be the ultimate platinum anniversary gift.
And when the gods of love decide your marriage needs a boost, they never do it by halves.
Platinum Passion is the first in the Gods of Love series of stand-alone novellas that have the erotes as a common theme.
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Thirty-two year old Gina is forced to confront her fears when she attends a high school reunion. Born into a male body, she spent her childhood and teen years living as a boy, and she has only now returned in an effort to put the past behind her so she can begin to live life without the continuing fear of loneliness and rejection.
A god of sexual desire on the edge of burnout
Himeros is one of the erotes, an aspect of Eros, and as such it is his duty to answer the call of sexual desire whenever a human needs him. But he has been living among humans too long and his energy has waned. When he decides to accept one last call he finds a woman who is unique. A woman who answers his own call and offers everything he desires. A woman who understands the whole human experience, from every perspective. Has he finally found the one with whom even a god of desire could find fulfillment? Forever, after all, is a long time to be alone.
A god of sexual desire on the edge of burnout
Himeros is one of the erotes, an aspect of Eros, and as such it is his duty to answer the call of sexual desire whenever a human needs him. But he has been living among humans too long and his energy has waned. When he decides to accept one last call he finds a woman who is unique. A woman who answers his own call and offers everything he desires. A woman who understands the whole human experience, from every perspective. Has he finally found the one with whom even a god of desire could find fulfillment? Forever, after all, is a long time to be alone.
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Ella is in love with her best friend Kade. But her love has not been returned, and when bisexual Kade shows no signs of becoming romantic towards her, she decides to call a halt on her unrequited love and accept an invitation to a celebrated sex club.
Kade is distressed when the woman he is beginning to see as more than a friend decides to visit Secrets before he can tell her how he feels. He follows her into the club and witnesses her at play with the enigmatic Anteros, a sexy god-like man who seems to know exactly how to satisfy her innermost cravings. But Anteros also feeds the hidden desires within Kade. How can he admit his feelings for Ella when he’s not sure he can commit with his whole heart?
Anteros is one of the erotes, an aspect of Eros and the ancient Greek god of requited and unrequited love. He has heard the call of these would-be lovers and intends to show them that friendship can sometimes be the best place to kick start a lasting romantic relationship.
But love cannot flourish unless it is returned, and how will he convince Kade – a man who occasionally enjoys other men – that he can be true to the woman he loves? What will happen to this couple when the night ends and they return to the real world outside the door of Secrets?
Has one of the gods of love finally taken on a challenge he cannot fulfill?
Kade is distressed when the woman he is beginning to see as more than a friend decides to visit Secrets before he can tell her how he feels. He follows her into the club and witnesses her at play with the enigmatic Anteros, a sexy god-like man who seems to know exactly how to satisfy her innermost cravings. But Anteros also feeds the hidden desires within Kade. How can he admit his feelings for Ella when he’s not sure he can commit with his whole heart?
Anteros is one of the erotes, an aspect of Eros and the ancient Greek god of requited and unrequited love. He has heard the call of these would-be lovers and intends to show them that friendship can sometimes be the best place to kick start a lasting romantic relationship.
But love cannot flourish unless it is returned, and how will he convince Kade – a man who occasionally enjoys other men – that he can be true to the woman he loves? What will happen to this couple when the night ends and they return to the real world outside the door of Secrets?
Has one of the gods of love finally taken on a challenge he cannot fulfill?
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Jennifer Lynne lives in Melbourne, Australia, and writes short contemporary erotic romance, mostly with paranormal/fantasy elements.
When she’s not writing what her family and friends call “porn for chicks” and what she prefers to call “super-hot romance for intelligent readers”, she is working in the admin day job, running around after two teenage daughters and trying to find time for her lovely new husband of one year.
Jennifer is published with Red Sage and Breathless Press. Over the past 18 months she has also embarked on an indie journey with the publication of her GODS OF LOVE romance series featuring erotic Greek gods and modern-day mortals in need of sexual healing.
Website and Blog: http://www.
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Amazon: http://www.amazon.
When she’s not writing what her family and friends call “porn for chicks” and what she prefers to call “super-hot romance for intelligent readers”, she is working in the admin day job, running around after two teenage daughters and trying to find time for her lovely new husband of one year.
Jennifer is published with Red Sage and Breathless Press. Over the past 18 months she has also embarked on an indie journey with the publication of her GODS OF LOVE romance series featuring erotic Greek gods and modern-day mortals in need of sexual healing.
Website and Blog: http://www.
Facebook: https://www.
Twitter: http://www.twitter.
Amazon: http://www.amazon.
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