Sensual Romance

The following titles are sensual romances of bone-melting passion, and enduring love. Stress is on intriguing storylines, sexy heroes & lusty heroines, relationships, and sultry love scenes. If you prefer novels that are explicitly sexual throughout, browse through our selections in Chick Lit: Erotica for Women. 

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Libertine's Kiss by Judith James
HQN Books, August, 2010; ISBN-10: 0373775059

Abandoned by his cavalier father at a young age, William de Veres grew up knowing precious little happiness. But William has put the past firmly behind him and as a military hero and noted rake, he rises fast in the ranks of the hedonistic Restoration court. Though not before he is forced to seek shelter from a charming young Puritan woman…

The civil wars have cost the once-high-spirited Elizabeth Walters her best friend and her father, leaving her unprotected and alone. She flees an unwanted marriage, seeking safe haven, but what she finds is something she never expected. When her kindness and her beauty bring her to the attention of William, and then the king, she will have a choice to make. After all, can a notorious libertine really be capable of love?

"... on the whole her sense of period was superb, enabling me to immerse myself in what I found to be an excellent historical romance. And it’s nice to see a period other than the Regency in a novel. Keep it up, Ms. James." —Lynne , Erotica Readers & Writers Association
Available at: Amazon | Amazon UK

Knight of Passion by Margaret Mallory
(All the King's Men series)
Forever, June 2010; ISBN-10: 0446559865

Renowned beauty Lady Linnet is torn between two desires: revenge on those who destroyed her family or marriage to her childhood sweetheart Sir James Rayburn. One fateful night, she makes a misguided choice: she sacrifices Jamie's love for a chance at vengeance.

Jamie Rayburn returns to England in search of a virtuous wife-only to find the lovely Linnet as bewitching as ever. Their reckless affair ignites anew, even hotter than before, although Jamie vows to never again trust her with his heart. Then just as Linnet begins to make amends, she's tempted by one last opportunity to settle old scores. But a final retribution could cost her Jamie's love - this time forever.

"Ending the series off on a strong note, Margaret Mallory’s tale of second chances and everlasting love makes this medieval a rare and not-to-be-missed treat.

Ms. Mallory’s talent first caught my attention when I was urged to read her debut, Knight of Desire. Quite aware of my aversion to medievals but knowing my tastes, a trusted friend assured me that I would enjoy this particular medieval. Well I did. I enjoyed it a lot. So that is how I became hooked on All the King's Men series and Ms. Mallory’s knack for telling a beautiful love story regardless of era or setting. "  —Beverley, featured review for The Season
Available at: Amazon | Amazon UK

Love In The Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas
St. Martin's, July 2010; ISBN-10: 0312605390

As a lover of animals and nature, Beatrix Hathaway has always been more comfortable outdoors than in the ballroom. Even though she participated in the London season in the past, the classic beauty and free-spirited Beatrix has never been swept away or seriously courted…and she has resigned herself to the fate of never finding love. Has the time come for the most unconventional of the Hathaway sisters to settle for an ordinary man—just to avoid spinsterhood?

Captain Christopher Phelan is a handsome, daring soldier who plans to marry Beatrix’s friend, the vivacious flirt Prudence Mercer, when he returns from fighting abroad. But, as he explains in his letters to Pru, life on the battlefield has darkened his soul—and it’s becoming clear that Christopher won’t come back as the same man. When Beatrix learns of Pru’s disappointment, she decides to help by concocting Pru’s letters to Christopher for her. Soon the correspondence between Beatrix and Christopher develops into something fulfilling and deep…and when Christopher comes home, he’s determined to claim the woman he loves. What began as Beatrix’s innocent deception has resulted in the agony of unfulfilled love—and a passion that can’t be denied.

“Aside from creating wonderfully alluring characters in Cam and Amelia, Kleypas shows sexual tension, sensitively handles prejudice, and expertly weaves in a bit of the supernatural to round out a tale that is pure delight. Cam and Amelia’s romance is well-paced and is a pleasing balance of wit and passion. Their relationship is…riveting from beginning to end.” —Romance Reviews Today
Available at: Amazon | Amazon UK

Tall, Dark and Wolfish by Lydia Dare
Sourcebooks Casablanca, May 2010; ISBN-10: 1402236956

In Lydia Dare's debut trilogy, Regency England has gone to the wolves!

He's lost the most important part of himself... Lord Benjamin Westfield is a powerful werewolf-until one full moon when he doesn't change. His life now shattered, he rushes off to Scotland in search of the healer who can restore his inner beast, only to find she's not at all what he expected.

She would make him whole, if she could... Young, beautiful witch Elspeth Campbell will do anything to help anyone who calls upon her healing arts. Then Lord Benjamin shows up, and she suddenly discovers she may need him even more than he needs her.

"Tough, resourceful, charming women battle roguish, secretive, aristocratic men under the watchful eye of society in Dare's delightful Victorian paranormal romance debut." —Publishers Weekly (Starred review)
Available at: Amazon | Amazon UK

Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah Maclean
Avon, March 2010; ISBN-10: 0061852058

A lady does not smoke cheroot. She does not ride astride. She does not fence or attend duels. She does not fire a pistol, and she never gambles at a gentlemen's club.

Lady Calpurnia Hartwell has always followed the rules, rules that have left her unmarried—and more than a little unsatisfied. And so she's vowed to break the rules and live the life of pleasure she's been missing.

But to dance every dance, to steal a midnight kiss—to do those things, Callie will need a willing partner. Someone who knows everything about rule-breaking. Someone like Gabriel St. John, the Marquess of Ralston—charming and devastatingly handsome, his wicked reputation matched only by his sinful smile.

If she's not careful, she'll break the most important rule of all—the one that says that pleasure-seekers should never fall hopelessly, desperately in love . . .
Available at: Amazon | Amazon UK

The Lady's Tutor by Robin Schone
Kensington Publishing, September 2000; ISBN-10: 0758234759

An education in pleasure: Married young to a man hand-picked by her father, Elizabeth Petre is an ideal Victorian lady. She has borne two sons and endured sixteen years of selfless duty in a passionless marriage. Craving a man's loving touch yet loyal to her wedding vows, Elizabeth is determined to seduce her coldly indifferent husband. She knows of only one man who can teach her the erotic secrets of love.

A lesson in love: The bastard son of an English countess and an Arab sheik, Ramiel Devington was reared to embrace both Western culture and Eastern pleasure. Scorned by society and challenged by prim Elizabeth's request, he undertakes her instruction in the art of sensual delight. But when the lessons become a temptation neither can resist, Elizabeth is forced to choose between obligation and a bold, forbidden passion...

"Though not for the gentle reader, The Lady's Tutor is a marvelous erotic romance that takes the readers on a sweeping adventure into the very heart of sensuality and the nature of passion. Robin Schone combines a highly charged sexual romance with a strong storyline while she tempts, teases and excites readers' imaginations." —Kathe Robin, Romantic Times
Available at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Smooth Talking Stranger by Lisa Kleypas
St. Martin's Paperbacks, March 2010; ISBN-10: 0312351674

Jack Travis leads the uncomplicated life of a millionaire Texas playboy.  He makes no commitments, he loves many women, he lives for pleasure.  But no one has ever truly touched his heart or soul.  Until one day, a woman appears on his doorstep with fury on her face and a baby in her arms.  It seems Jack is the father and this woman is the baby’s aunt. The real mother has abandoned the child to her more responsible sister.  And now, Jack is being called upon to take responsibility for the first time in his life.  With delicious romantic tension, characters so real they walk onto the page and into your heart, Lisa Kleypas delivers the kind of novel that makes you laugh, love; cry and cheer. 

"RITA Award–winning Kleypas’ clever pairing of a testosterone-rich hero and a wonderfully endearing heroine gives her latest romance its irresistibly sexy flavor, while adding fresh zest to her exceedingly successful series of loosely connected contemporary romances, which began with Sugar Daddy (2007). Kleypas’ fans and readers of women’s fiction alike will take to this richly rewarding story of love, commitment, and family." —John Charles, BookList
Available at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Lessons From a Scarlet Lady by Emma Wildes
Signet, January 2010; ISBN-10: 0451228790

The Duke of Rolthven's new wife, Brianna, is the perfect aristocratic bride. So what would society say if they had seen her with a copy of "Lady Rothburg's Advice" —a courtesan's collection of lessons for the boudoir? No real lady should take lessons from a scarlet woman... When his innocent wife suddenly becomes a vixen in the bedroom, the proper Duke is truly astounded by her seductive powers. Following a courtesan's advice might lead to trouble—but will it lead to Brianna's ultimate desire: winning her husband's love?

"Brianna and Colton are wonderful as they seem do it everywhere since he cannot resist the lure of his suddenly seductress spouse. Lighthearted fans will relish this fun Regency romance starring a woman whose sexologist guru is a guide written by a courtesan." —Harriet Klausner
Available at: Amazon | Barnes & Noble

Tempt Me At Twilight by Lisa Kleypas
St. Martin's Paperbacks, September 2009; ISBN-10: 0312949820

Poppy Hathaway loves her unconventional family, though she longs for normalcy. Then fate leads to a meeting with Harry Rutledge, an enigmatic hotel owner and inventor with wealth, power, and a dangerous hidden life. When their flirtation compromises her own reputation, Poppy shocks everyone by accepting his proposal—only to find that her new husband offers his passion, but not his trust.

Harry was willing to do anything to win Poppy—except to open his heart. All his life, he has held the world at arm’s length…but the sharp, beguiling Poppy demands to be his wife in every way that matters. Still, as desire grows between them, an enemy lurks in the shadows. Now if Harry wants to keep Poppy by his side, he must forge a true union of body and soul, once and for all...

"From the first page to the last of her latest Hathaway novel, Kleypas delivers a witty, charming (wait until you meet the animals!), vibrant, sensual love story that takes your breath away. Her unique storytelling shines as she creates situations that elicit powerful emotions. Best of all, just when you think you know what's going to happen, she surprises you in this deep-sigh story." —Kathe Robin, Romantic Times
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