Book title: The Mistress and Her MenAuthor: Minerva Howe
Blurb:When Simon realizes his dearest friend is in real trouble with gambling, whoring and daredeviling, he hits on the perfect solution: provide Matthias with an outlet for his self-destructive urges. While Simon would be more than willing to take on the task himself, Matthias has always fought their “unnatural” attraction.As London’s Mistress of Discipline, Felice Grey wears her independent and scandalous reputation with confidence. She’ll take on Matthias for one night as a favor to Simon—even break her own rules to let Simon watch. She never expected that Matthias’s struggle against his feelings for Simon would touch her heart, or that she’d feel drawn to both men. Especially since Simon’s dominant nature makes it unlikely he’ll bend to her will.Simon, barely surviving the night’s session, withdraws to his country estate in hopes that his two favorite people will find each other. Felice and Matthias must make a decision—let happiness fall by the wayside, or pursue it—and damn the risk.
Excerpt:London 1779 Simon sat in the depths of a smoky gambling hell, his cravat undone, his coat tossed carelessly across a stool near his feet. He knew he presented the very portrait of a debauched noble gambling his night away. That was precisely what he wanted, because he was in the gaming hell as a spy tonight, rather than a full participant.Tonight he was watching his dear friend Matthias wager away every bit of good fortune the man had ever possessed. Indeed, Simon saw a note that no doubt represented every bit of Matthias’s remaining land in the pile of loot at the center of his table. What Simon really wished to do was to go over to that table and wipe it clean with his arm, dramatically saving Matthias from himself. He knew, however, that his friend would not thank him for it, so instead he would wait until a destitute Matthias left to drown his sorrows in whatever drink he might yet afford. Then he would buy all of those notes back from the winners, whether they wished to sell or not. A roar from Matthias brought Simon’s attention back from his thoughts. Matthias’s gaming table spilled over, notes and coins flying.“You’re a damned cheat,” Matthias shouted, and in finally seeing Matthias’s opponent’s face, Simon could not but agree. Lord Chalmsley was, indeed, a terrible cheat. He was also armed with a dagger in his sleeve, which snicked into place against Matthias’s breastbone in less than a heartbeat.“How dare you, sir?” Chalmsley said calmly. “I have beaten you over and over this evening because of your lack of skill, not chicanery.”“That’s a load of shite.” Matthias pressed against the blade until a red spot appeared on his lawn shirt. “Had you nothing to hide you would not conceal a weapon and use it so readily.”Chalmsley backed away slowly. “I only protect myself, you insolent bastard.”“Ah, but I am no more a bastard than you are,” Matthias stated. “Fight me fairly.”“I did. With the cards.” With a flourish of his blade, Chalmsley bent to pick up the notes before stuffing them into his coat. “Good night, all.” Matthias lunged, only to be held back by a few acquaintances. Not an easy task, considering his stature, his heavy muscles. Simon watched him thusly restrained, and the kernel of an idea took hold in his mind. The image of that bright spot of blood crystalized in Simon’s thoughts.Good God, his friend had a death wish. Yes, Matthias had a need to castigate himself. To punish himself for his perceived failures in life. How many times had Simon seen Matthias throw the first punch or toss a note in someone’s face? How many times had the man courted danger to his person simply because he didn’t think he was worthy of his life? He wondered why it had taken him so long to realize that he knew of a solution. Oh, God help him, he might just be able to save Matthias from another night such as this, from giving away his land and his life to fulfill some sort of fatalistic desire.Matthias needed to explore this need for violence, for self-punishment, in a safe place. Would that Simon could become that place, but he knew Matthias would never accept such games from a man, let alone one he considered a close friend. There was someone, though, someone who would give Matthias what he needed.Simon stood, assuming his jacket before he left the room so that Matthias never saw him. He dropped his own blade into his hand when he approached Chalmsley from behind, then pressed the dagger to the man’s ribs. “I’ll take those notes, my lord,” he said, smiling when Chalmsley stiffened. “I would have bought them, but I do abhor a cheat.”
Words: 39,400 words
ALPHA BOOK CLUB REVIEW
Title: The Mistress and Her Men
Series Name: None
Author:Minerva Howe
Genre:Historical Romance, MMF
Stars: 5 Erotic Stars
Heat: Level 5
Author Minerva Howe draws you into this 5 star Historical romance.
Erotic MMF Romance, Two hot Alpha’s
“One night,” Simon agreed, sitting back with one booted foot crossed rudely over the opposite knee. “A whole night, with no arguments. Meanwhile, I shall be allowed to watch.”
This was hot a erotic read. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it.
To help his friend Matthias get out of his gambling debts, Simon offers a one night bet.
This bet entails Matthias giving up all control to Mistress of Discipline, Felice Grey.
This is Simon's chance to get Matthias to admit to his feelings for him.
Felice has always wanted Simon and has agreed to do this favor for him. Simons Dominant nature has always stood in the way of Felice getting what she wants.
Surprisingly after her first night with Matthias Felice finds herself drawn to both men.
Will Simon and Felice both finally get what they want?
When Felice came to them, crawling into the seat of the wing chair to kiss him, Matthias knew he would never recover from this moment, knew that he would be forever changed.
If you enjoy historical erotic romance with a mix of MMF you will definitely want to 1-click this great read from Minerva Howe. I am looking forward to reading more from her. Thank you!
ARC Provided by Alpha Book Club Honest review done by MAustin for Alpha Book Club without influence from publisher or author.
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Stars: 5 Erotic Stars
Heat: Level 5
Author Minerva Howe draws you into this 5 star Historical romance.
Erotic MMF Romance, Two hot Alpha’s
“One night,” Simon agreed, sitting back with one booted foot crossed rudely over the opposite knee. “A whole night, with no arguments. Meanwhile, I shall be allowed to watch.”
This was hot a erotic read. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it.
To help his friend Matthias get out of his gambling debts, Simon offers a one night bet.
This bet entails Matthias giving up all control to Mistress of Discipline, Felice Grey.
This is Simon's chance to get Matthias to admit to his feelings for him.
Felice has always wanted Simon and has agreed to do this favor for him. Simons Dominant nature has always stood in the way of Felice getting what she wants.
Surprisingly after her first night with Matthias Felice finds herself drawn to both men.
Will Simon and Felice both finally get what they want?
When Felice came to them, crawling into the seat of the wing chair to kiss him, Matthias knew he would never recover from this moment, knew that he would be forever changed.
If you enjoy historical erotic romance with a mix of MMF you will definitely want to 1-click this great read from Minerva Howe. I am looking forward to reading more from her. Thank you!
ARC Provided by Alpha Book Club Honest review done by MAustin for Alpha Book Club without influence from publisher or author.
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