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Charlotte Symonds

Author of SEX for FUN

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Works by Charlotte Symonds

SEX for FUN (2015) 5 copies
Until One Day (2014) 4 copies

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SEX FOR FUN STORY LINE:

First I must say, do not let the title scare you, author Charlotte Symonds has not converted to erotica. You will find Sex For Fun, a wonderful romance, filled with intense emotions, discoveries, renewals, awakenings, and fun.

Olivia is hitting the big three O. Beautiful, talented, and alone, she wants all the things everyone wants; love, security, and respect. However, after finding her fiancee in flagrante delicto, Olivia's best friend, Jude, thinks she needs a one-night-stand to get her back in the groove. Can Olivia participate in a one-night-stand which is definitely not in her normal romance comfort zone?

Meeting a handsome hunky stranger on her morning run, offers the perfect opportunity to put into practice Jude's advice. Can Olivia step out of her normal relationship comfortable zone of ordinary and safe to try something new and different? Does Olivia have the courage to reach out with both hands for what she wants? Is Olivia up for the adventure of a life-time?

Have a seat, grab a glass or cup of your favorite beverage and enjoy Sex For Fun. After all, sex is always better when it is fun.

SEX FOR FUN CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:

I found author Charlotte Symonds' story-line delightful, and her character's caring, warm, and realistically believable. Most noteworthy, was the fact Ms. Symonds did not have to sale this story with explicit or graphic sex. The story-line and her talent for development of the story and characters was all that was necessary to craft a solid book. Ms. Symonds enmeshed the reader in each tastefully written romance scene. Ms. Symonds' talent brings emotion and respect to the forefront. Furthermore, I found myself sighing a lot; Graham is very sigh worthy.

Also, I found the ex-fiancee's character development was skillful. I found his character similar to the rooster in the chicken-house as Ms. Symonds reveals his true character. Ms. Symonds has the ability to infuse each character with the characteristics required for each scene.

Ms. Symonds skillfully created a story which aptly shows we should never settle in life, but go for the gusto. Ms. Symonds skillfully produced a book which highlights the human need for love, respect, and desire. The pacing of the book never lagged or bogged down; I found myself anxiously turning each page for further developments. Also, I felt the story-line had a fairy-tale quality, which we all love in life and literature. As always, Ms. Symonds penned a heart tugging ending which had me in tears.

In concluding the review of Sex For Fun, I found a well-written and developed story-line which will leave you feeling emotionally satisfied and entertained. Though the book contains love scenes, they are tasteful touching scenes. Also, the author brought all the threads together to create a first class emotionally satisfying story-line which will touch your heart. I found Ms. Symonds' writing style was clear and refreshing, and the story flowed seamlessly from beginning to end.

SEX FOR FUN RECOMMENDATION: 5 STARS

In conclusion, I recommend this book to anyone who loves an richly entertaining romance. The author's talent shines in this book as she portrays the emotions and characteristics of love and respect. Furthermore, Ms. Symonds' books have a permanent place on my keeper list.

Final Note: I received this book from author in return for an honest book review. All book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion; consequently, all book reviews on line, on my blog and under my name are my opinion.
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vera_mallard | Oct 5, 2016 |
"The heart can bear a tremendous amount of pain and still hold an abundance of happiness. as you experience more of life's intense pleasures and extreme depths of despair you will learn just what the heart can hold."

STORY LINE:

Every well written book should invoke intense emotion in the reader. Author Charlotte Symonds has penned such a book. This is an intense emotional love story filled with drama, humor, loneliness, love, the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. The story is presented in the first person view of the main two characters in alternating chapters. This gives the reader insight into the main characters and their thoughts and feelings. Good girl Marissa and worldly Hans meet and the attraction is immediate. Marissa, a virgin, had almost given up on finding Mr. Right. Upon meeting Hans, she realizes this is something special.

What follows is a whirlwind romance with a surprise gripping ending which will remain with you long after you finish the book. Come along with Marissa, Hans and friends as they explore their emotions and find life waiting in the wings.

CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, AND DEVELOPMENT:

Author Charlotte Symonds masterfully developed the plot and pace in this book. I found I could not read this book fast enough to satisfy my thirst for the next development. The pace was smooth and seamless as Ms. Symonds wove the threads of her story together. I experienced a marathon of emotions reading this story; I laughed, sighed, cried, and then sighed some more. Ms. Symonds knows how to grab the reader and enmesh them into the story-line. I hated to say goodbye to the characters in this story; I came to feel they were good friends.

This is a deeply romantic emotional love story. The characters are likeable and believable with all the frailties, hurts, and faults we possess as humans with hearts that can hurt, break, heal, and love.

The love scenes in this story were extremely well done without having to rely on explicit or graphic sexual descriptions to convey the love and respect felt. Ms. Symonds did not have to sale this story with sex, the story-line and her talent for development of the story was all that was needed to craft a winning story-line. The love scenes were tasteful and touching. I could feel the intense emotion and love involved in each scene.

This is a well-written solid book which show cases Ms. Symonds' talent as a writer. I did not see the ending coming; it was quite a surprise. My thoughts as I read the last word was: Oh my, what a heart wrenching story of love and life!

RECOMMENDATION: 5 STARS

I do not hesitate to recommend this book to anyone that loves a solid well-written book which will remain in their thoughts long after they have read the last word. I love books that invoke intense emotion in the reader and this is one of those wonderful books. I will reread this book again and again; it will have a place of honor on my favorites shelf.

I received this book from the author in return for an honest book review. Book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion; book reviews on line under my name and on my blog are my opinion.
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