Steamy, character-driven, and refreshingly emotional - this book is perfect for fans of unconventional love stories and those who love to see typical romance tropes turned upside down. Stein crafts a tight-knit group of friends with real vulnerabilities and scorching chemistry, all set against a clever, seductive premise. If you appreciate character growth, complex friendships (especially between women), and want your romance with an extra dose of sass and steam, you’ll be glued to these pages.

Who May Not Like This Book:

If you’re not into explicit scenes or prefer slower-burn romance with less focus on group dynamics and kink exploration, this book might not be your cup of tea. Some readers found the second half to be all about sex, with a couple of confusing emotional turns and an ending that leaves things a bit unresolved. Those looking for tidy conclusions or minimal steam might want to look elsewhere.

A daring, erotic, and surprisingly heartfelt story that’s all about self-discovery, complicated friendships, and breaking the mold - perfect for adventurous romance readers looking for something a little different.

About:

'Telling Tales' by Charlotte Stein is a captivating story revolving around four college friends who reunite after several years when a beloved professor leaves his home to them. The book delves into the dynamics of their relationships, particularly focusing on Allie, Kitty, Wade, and Cameron. As they spend a month together in the professor's house, unresolved feelings, sexual tensions, and personal revelations come to the surface. The narrative is driven by deep, complex characters and a plot interwoven with erotic elements and intimate revelations. The writing style of the book is described as natural, flowing, and engaging, with a focus on character development and steamy love scenes.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed and complex, each dealing with their own issues and growth, particularly in relation to their sexual identities.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by a natural flow and vivid descriptions, enhancing the emotional and sexual depth of the characters.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around four college friends who reunite in a house gifted by their professor, leading to the exploration of their past and evolving sexual dynamics.

Setting:

The setting is an old professor's house in the country, providing a nostalgic and intimate backdrop for the characters' reconnections.

Pacing:

The pacing builds gradually, creating tension that peaks with explicit scenes, effectively intertwining emotional growth and physical intimacy.

In my head, I fucked him the first opportunity I got. I didn’t wait for some perfect time, some perfect place, some perfect convergence of events. I just kissed his sweet mouth right in the middle of ...

Notes:

The book features four college friends who reunite after years apart.

The main characters are Allie, Kitty, Wade, and Cameron.

The story revolves around their summer stay in a house given to them by a professor.

Allie has long had feelings for Wade, but finds herself drawn to Cameron.

Cameron is portrayed as a repressed jock who struggles with his sexual identity.

The narrative includes a mix of character-driven drama and steamy romance.

The friends share their dirty stories, which heightens sexual tensions among them.

Kitty, the fun-loving character, supports Allie's sexual awakening.

The story explores themes of friendship, sexual identity, and self-discovery.

The book contains graphic sexual scenes, including threesomes and orgy moments.

Many readers appreciate the complexity of the characters and their relationships.

The author, Charlotte Stein, is known for writing complex, sensitive male characters.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book includes content warnings for explicit sexual content, themes of domination, and potentially uncomfortable sexual scenarios.

Has Romance?

The book is highly romantic as it explores deep emotional connections and sexual tensions between the characters.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

One Steamy Reunion

Back in college, Allie and her friends used to come up with the wildest stories. When a professor bequeaths his mansion to Allie and three other former students, it's the chance they've all been looking for to get back together. But there's more than friendship bubbling beneath the surface...

As secrets are revealed and relationships rekindled, the stories get dirtier and the stakes get higher. And now Allie's realizes that she isn't quite sure who she wants...fun-loving Wade or quiet, restrained Cameron. Neither has been honest about their feelings, and now they have the chance to act on all of the tales that ignite their most primal desires.

"I devoured this like a chocolate bar...This is a book I feel I will read over again."-Lucy Felthouse, author of Raising the Bar (The Edge Series)

2011

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240 pages

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Telling Tales

Charlotte Stein

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