Book Overview
Real Pleasure Can't Be Taken. . . Granddaughter of a renowned courtesan, Maybelle de Maitenon has no interest in her grandmother's school in London where gentlemen receive instruction--in the art of seduction. Her only desire in life is to remain independent, free from men and the shackles of marriage. But when Maybelle lays eyes on Edmund Worthington, the Duke of Rutherford, at a soir?e, and hears of his scandalous reputation, she decides he's the perfect person for her to have a tryst with no strings attached. . . It Must Be Given. . . Unbridled passion has again muddied Edmund Worthington's family name. After his very public dalliance with the strikingly beautiful and sensual Maybelle, his mother insists he marry her. But much to the Duke's surprise, Maybelle scoffs at his proposal. Never has he encountered such a brazen--and maddeningly irresistible--woman. But when Maybelle's grandmother falls ill, forcing Maybelle to take over the operation of her school, Edmund devises a plan to make her his. He enrolls in the school, where no one other than Maybelle must give him expert lessons in carnal pleasure. . . "A smart and sexy story by a wonderful new author. I loved it!" --Cheryl Holt, USA Today Bestselling Author
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1420104489
ISBN13:9781420104486
Release Date:September 2008
Publisher:Zebra Books
Length:342 Pages
Weight:0.40 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 4.2" x 6.7"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Sexy and Laugh Out Loud Funny
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book and read it...I was not disappointed. For her debut book --- Delilah had me in stitches; I never laughed so hard in all my life when reading some of the scenes. The sexual tension between Edmund and Maybelle was so well written you could just feel it. The sex scenes were well written. Edmund's mother the Duchess was so down to earth and ruled her son with a firm but loving hand....I loved the way Edmund listen to his mother. Maybelle's grandmere was a woman before her time. Get comfy on your couch or favorite reading chair and kick back and enjoy a light-hearted funny read. I can't wait to read Hawksford story next. I'm looking forward to reading more books by her.
HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Sinfully delicious!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
It is only on occasion that I read a book in its entirety, but I read MISTRESS OF PLEASURE in one sitting. This book offeres a unique premise where the head-mistress of the School of Gallantry teaches men the art of seduction. I was surprised by how emotionally connected I became to Edmund and Maybelle as well as the other characters in the story. This was a fun, witty read, laced with tons of sexual tension and wicked play.
Pure Pleasure!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I read this book R E A L L Y SLOW! I simply didn't want it to end. It sounds corny but the book was pure pleasure. It wasn't the same old romance book-it dared to be funny, sensual and warm without sacrificing the plot or content of the book. I fell in love with the main characters but the others were so appealing that I wanted their stories to be told immediately. I wanted to be a part of that classroom SO BADLY! This book sizzles. And you laugh (out loud) and you sigh (out loud) too. These characters are appealing. The sex (OH YEAH)- cigarette please. such a refreshingly sensual read. Kudos to Delilah Marvelle. I can't wait to get my hands on her other students, ahem books! This is one author I will be haunting the bookstores for.
Funny and sexy, with real characters
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I saw Delilah read from her new book in Port Townsend this weekend, and I read "Mistress of Pleasure" in 3 sittings! The characters' motivations and psyches are quite real, the pace is streamlined, and the romantic tension begins almost at once--and keeps building from there. There are laugh-out-loud moments throughout, and the romantic scenes are well-written and satisfying. and hot! I can't wait to read the next one in the series.
Orignal and whoa hot and happy
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is a very intruiging book. It manages to lace more than a usual level of sensuality into a very interesting and funny story. I was in stiches during many of the scenes, especially between the hero and the students. The author has created a fantastic amount of tension, a remarkable heroine, and a yummy hero. The School of Gallantry? Sign me up.... and my Boyfriend too. I won't give you a play by play of the plot, I think the excerpt does a good job. But if you want to be fanning yourself and get a nice dose of comedy at the same time, Mistress of Pleasure will do the trick.
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