ARC Book Review | One Dirty Night
- Wyvness
- Oct 26, 2023
- 3 min read
A scorching cocktail of passion, secrets, and a sizzling love triangle that'll leave you burning for more.
One Dirty Night by Pepper Winters
Publication Date: October 10, 2023
Publisher: Independently Published
Read Date: October 2, 2023
Genre: Romance
Pages: 242 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Synopsis
“If you came here to get mauled, Ella…I’m very willing to bite.”
The night of my birthday looked as boring as the rest of my life. Sitting on my own, trying to avoid my insanely gorgeous but horribly mean flatmate, all while waiting for him to leave so I could have a party for one…if you know what I mean.
But that was before I almost crashed on the way home when a big top rolled into town. Before I locked eyes with the hottest guy I’d ever seen swinging a sledgehammer in the rain. Before I read the flyer promoting the newly erected circus. A circus that wasn’t the usual garish carnival…oh, no…this one was most definitely not for children.
Not unless you counted bondage, fantasies, and one dirty night full of heinously deviant fun.
Only problem was…my flatmate decided to get his freak on too. He saw me as I agreed to spend the night with the owner of said depraved circus…and he made me an offer I couldn’t refuse.
Both.
Together.
I get to be owned by two men, not just one.
I get to live out my wildest fantasies and teach Nicholas Davis a lesson for all those stony scowls and disdainful glances he’s given me.
He can have me for one night.
He can make me crawl, beg, and take me in any way he chooses.
But he has to share.
That is his penance.
And I mean to make him suffer…
Review
Pepper Winters invites readers into a world of spicy encounters and complex relationships with "One Dirty Night." Ella, Hunter, and Nicholas make for a captivating trio, but their interactions are far from ordinary.
The chemistry between the characters is palpable, especially during the explosive night they share. It's a steamy read that fans of intense romance will undoubtedly appreciate.
Ella Fitzgerald, our courageous yet conflicted protagonist, is a character who sparks empathy from the very beginning. Her decision to attend the enigmatic event at "The Spectacle of Secrets" sets the stage for a night of passion, desire, and self-discovery. Hunter Dickson, on the other hand, is a mysterious and alluring figure who exudes charm and seduction. His presence throughout the night adds an electrifying dynamic to the story.
Nicholas Davis, while a significant character, evoked a different set of emotions. Unlike the fiery connection between Ella and Hunter, Nicholas's presence felt cold and detached. His involvement in their night together added a layer of complexity and tension, making the story more riveting.
Despite the explicit nature of the scenes, my reading experience was occasionally hampered by the incessant inner monologue of Ella. Her thoughts are described in minute detail, sometimes feeling overwhelming and repetitive. The constant focus on her inner dialogue disrupted the overall flow of the story.
One aspect that shines in Pepper Winters' writing is her ability to craft scenes of intense passion and desire. These moments are both sensual and evocative, creating a vivid portrayal of the characters' encounters. The tension between the characters adds depth to the narrative, keeping the reader engaged.
While I found the explicit scenes riveting, they often felt overshadowed by Ella's constant introspection. This aspect of the book occasionally made the pacing feel uneven.
In conclusion, "One Dirty Night" is a recommended read if you're into steamy encounters with a touch of kink and don't mind the extensive inner monologue. It's a book that adds an extra layer of spice to the genre and offers a unique reading experience.
I'd like to extend my gratitude to Pepper Winters and Valentine PR for providing the ARC, allowing me to explore this compelling tale. "One Dirty Night" is a spicy and intense read that will surely appeal to fans of passionate, intricate romance stories.
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