When Sleeping Beauty was published, it was chosen by the Romance Writers of America and Romantic Times as one of the top 10 books of the year. It also received a starred review in Publishers Weekly. A steamy retelling of the well-known fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty uses the classic children's story as springboard to a very adult quest. The beautiful courtesan Coco Wilde is famous for her ability to keep the wealthiest men in 19th-century London hanging on her every smile. But she maintains a careful emotional detachment from all admirers. When she meets Sir James Stoker, however, the raven-haired Coco is attracted by his radiant smile and dangerous eyes. Determined to capture her, James must find out how to break the spell of indifference Coco has pulled around herself. As the passion between Coco and James awakens, Sleeping Beauty heats up with the intensity of their love making. Vivid images, tumultuous emotions, and exotic settings add to the drama of their sizzling romance. For more thrills, look for Judith Ivory's Beast.
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"A wonderful, refreshing romance between an older woman (ex-courtesan) and a younger man (celebrated explorer). Their character growth arcs resonate true to character. This is not your stereotypical romance. Highly recommended read. " — Mg (5 out of 5 stars)
"A wonderful, refreshing romance between an older woman (ex-courtesan) and a younger man (celebrated explorer). Their character growth arcs resonate true to character. This is not your stereotypical romance. Highly recommended read. "
" Highly enjoyable tale. Wish there were more "experienced" heroines out there; it's a nice change of pace in Romance books "
" I don't think there is anything wrong with the story. I just was not able to get interested in it, so could not finish the book. "
" When I am bored reading a romance novel, there is definitely a problem. "
" When I checked this book out from the library I was in a hurry and thought I had grabbed the original story of Sleeping Beauty. I was unpleasantly surprised to find a romance novel. I really don't care for straight romances. "
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