A contemporary fairy tale with a dirty, sexy twist! ABSOLUTE PLEASURE is a modern, sinfully seductive take on Cinderella.Meet Hunter Wilder, a man who doesn’t believe in happily-ever-after’s. Cursed by loss, he’s a closed book with an emptiness he can’t escape. Until he meets her.Elaina “Elle” Darien may be gorgeous and driven, but her story is more than it appears. The death of her father left … death of her father left her with a wicked stepmother intent on sabotaging the business her parents worked so hard to create. She’s a damsel who may be in distress, but is in no desire of a prince.
When one enchanted night of all-consuming and absolute pleasure brings two damaged souls together, will this Cinderella take a chance on her happy ending, or will they watch their fairy tale disappear at the stroke of midnight?
(ABSOLUTE PLEASURE is a STAND-ALONE, second chance fairy tale romance. No cheating. No cliffhangers)
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A retelling of Cinderella, this was an awesome story! The main characters, Hunter and Elle, are so easy to fall for and at the same time, it was so easy to really dislike the secondary characters. You know something is up with the step-mother and step-sisters but I did not see that coming. This whole story kept me turning the pages because I NEEDED to find out what they had done. Towards the end, I ran through all sorts of emotions…anger, disbelief, sadness and finally joy!!!! Loved, loved, loved this story and I’m hoping for maybe a story in the future for one of the secondary characters. What? You think I’m gonna say which one? LOL Think again! Just get the book and read it and you’ll see what I’m talking about!!!
Contemporary fairytale romance is one of my literary weaknesses. I just can’t get enough these days. Erika Wilde’s spin on Cinderella is deliciously sexy, and a fast, fun read.
Elle is the sterotypical overworked and underappreciated stepdaughter, but she’s got backbone and heart. When she meets wicked and charming Hunter, she sheds her mantle of responsibility for one magical and erotic night…a night neither can forget.
Hunter, well, if you like hot, brooding heros, he’s practically perfect. And the elusive Elle might just be the woman he needs to thaw his heart.
Absolute Pleasure by Erika Wilde is a hot and sexy take on the Cinderella story. Elaina aka Elle is trying to keep her deceased parent’s Real Estate company afloat. Her wicked stepmother is bleeding her dry. When an Invitation to a ball comes up Elle is left out till her fairy godmother hooks her up. At the ball she meets her Prince Charming aka Hunter. What started out as a one night stand turned to be more for both Elle and Hunter. I enjoyed this story. Elle and Hunter were great together and the sex was really hot and steamy. A true fairy tale with some spice. 4.5 stars for me. Looking forward to the next story. Curious as to what fairytale the author will use for her inspiration.
I absolutely loved the modern take on this classic fairy tale. Hunter is the perfect dirty Prince Charming to Elle’s heartbreaking damsel in distress Cinderella. The steamy scenes are hot and the overall storyline is absolute perfection!
Hunter Wilder isn’t exactly Prince Charming, but he does come to Elle’s rescue at a charity ball. When Elle’s stepmother purposely left off her name on the RSVP list and she was about to be turned away, Hunter steps forward and claims her as his date which leads to a night they both wouldn’t soon forget. Hunter doesn’t normally do long term relationships, but Elle makes him forget every reason why he shuts people out.
However, Elle didn’t have time for a relationship in her life so the morning after she quickly flees Hunter’s apartment, abandoning one of her shoes behind. Hunter isn’t about to let Elle off the hook quite so easily, but he does have his work cut out for him in tracking her down. You see, Elle wasn’t on the guest list, nor had they exchanged last names the night before and it just so happens that Elle hadn’t even her given full first name.
Can Prince Charming find his Cinderella again? Or will Ella’s wicked stepmother win in this twisted tale?
It may have been done before, but never with such panache. Gabriella and Hunter are a new breed of fairy tale. Dark, naughty and emotionally exhilarating. Wilde has a found a way to remind mature hearts to keep a hint of that beautiful vulnerabilty that we tend to shy away from shine through. Absolute Pleasure is a new beginning for an almost forgotten friend. The presentation may be different, but the message remains just as powerful.
This is not your childhood Cinderella. It was fun to find the hints at the original fairy tale, especially when the characters themselves pointed it out throughout the story. But Gabrielle(Elle) is living the life of Cinderella. When her stepmother and step sisters exclude her from the biggest ball of the year, Elle’s friend convinces her she should go. As she is being denied entrance, Hunter comes out to rescue her. She leaves a lasting impression on Hunter and he has to find her. Elle is very cautious because of how she has been treated since losing her father. But Hunter does not let that stop him from getting his girl. The way he is so understanding and so protective makes him so swoon worthy. But that twist, really brings everything to light and Hunter is right there by Elle’s side through it all. This story captured my heart and soul. A love a happy ending, but one that does not come easy, is even sweeter.
Lia Langola brings this story to life. Her voice has a wide range to keep the characters separate and easy to follow. Her male voice is smooth and not forced. Ms. Langola brought out the protective and strong characteristics of Hunter. Elle was narrated exactly as I imagined her. It is so easy to get lost in Ms. Langola’s narration. Every book she narrates, I feel as if I am a part of the story.
This is book #2 in the series and Hunter Wilder’s story based on a Cinderella theme.
On the night of the Wilder Way charity ball, Hunter overhears a woman and her daughters talking about a woman who was as the door trying to talk her way into the ball. Intrigued by her beauty, Hunter approaches his security person and says that the sexy stranger is his guest. Surprised by the twist of fate, Elaina “Elle” Darien agrees to go with the handsome Hunter Wilder but will only tell him that her name is Elle. Things quickly escalate between Elle and Hunter and the next thing Elle knows she is quickly sneaking out of his apartment early in the morning, even forgetting one of her shoes.
Hunter is pissed. Never has he had a woman ditch him….especially without finding out her whole name or her phone number. Something about Elle has stirred him in ways that haven’t happened in a long time. It takes a little digging but Hunter is finally able to find her. The problem is is that many things are going on in Elle’s life and she just doesn’t have time for a man when she is trying to keep her company afloat and her step-mother at bay. When Hunter pushes for time with Elle she finally relents and starts to see what her happiness should look like. Just when her life is starting to look up, her evil step-mother comes charging back in trying to ruin her life. Even though Elle doesn’t feel like she needs a Prince Charming she sure is glad when Hunter comes to her rescue and finally finds a way to give her her happy ever after.
I really enjoyed these two. It was fun seeing Hunter have to work for the girl he wanted. It was also fun seeing Elle as a strong willed female and finally getting the life she deserved.
Terrific Story & Narration Captivating & SpicyHot!
Absolute Pleasure
Dirty Sexy Fairy Tales, Book 2
By: Erika Wilde
Narrated by: Lia Langola
I thoroughly enjoyed this book it is an imaginative take on the classic fairytale Cinderella. Erika Wilde did a great job making it her own, adding her own twists and raising the heat level to smoking hot. Elaina “Elle” Darien is left to run her family’s business after here father passes away, she is stuck living with her evil stepmother and stepsisters. Elle was invited to attend the “Wilder Way Ball” but her stepmother took the RSVP and left her out. Her friend convinces her to go but since she was not on the guess list she was not going to be let in, that was until her Prince Charming comes to her rescue. Hunter Wilder saw what was happening at the entrance, he also overheard what the evil Stepmother and Sisters were saying about Elle, so he made her his guest. She introduces herself as just “Elle” and that is what he calls her. The two hit if off right away, she too busy working, trying to save the family business so she is not looking for anything more than their one night together. But Hunter wants more and is determined to get what he wants. I loved how their story plays out, it is well plotted and there is never a dull moment. There is plenty of drama, a bit of angst, some great twists and turns and a smoking hot romance. Erika Wilde, thank you for this great story and emotional rollercoaster ride.
I listened to the audiobook version, Lia Langola is a wonderful narrator and voice artist. She brings the characters to life, giving each their own voice and personality. She does a great job portraying the characters and projecting their emotions into her performance. She sets a perfect tone for the story, adds a dramatic flair, which enhances the story another level. She is an entertaining storyteller and a pleasure to listen to. Lia Langola, thank you for this great listen
Elle is a strong independent woman who’s fighting to keep her family business afloat while her stepfamily of leeches does their best to thwart her at every turn. Hunter immediately won my heart when he stepped in to save Elle from humiliation. Their spark was instantaneous. Resulting in a very steamy night that neither one of them can forget. This modern day spin on Cinderella will take you on an entertaining ride filled with lies, secrets, and betrayal. It kept me enthralled until the very end.
Holy hotness….. this story was nothing short of an explosive, sexy Cinderella fairytale retelling that will have you fanning yourself from the heat between these two characters. Hunter has had his share of tragedy and never wanted to put his heart on the line again, until his eyes landed on Elle. Elle has no time for a serious relationship with all the chaos in her life, until one seductive, charming man entered her life….. Hunter. What happens when these two realize that they can’t live without each other??? Guess you’ll need to read this beautiful love story to find out!
I enjoyed a lot this book and like the tittle says, this is a ‘Dirty, sexy fairy tale’, a modern Cinderella story.
Hunter and Elle are very appealing characters and after spending and one night stand, they can’t forget each other. They’re both afraid to have a relationship and a lot of problems but they’ll will find out that they need each other more than they think.
Extremely sexy and steamy scenes. Hunter is a dominant male that likes to be in charge in the bedroom. He also is very proud and fond of his brother and sister that will tease him and help him with anything he needs. Elle in a modern working girl that needs a night out forgetting all her problems and her horrible family and in a fairy tale ball, she and Hunter’s world will collide.
I like the secondary characters a lot, Maddox and Tempest look pretty cool and their stories are worth reading too.
Ella is just trying to keep the business afloat after her father died since her step-mother and even step-sisters are spending money faster than its coming in. Receiving an invitation to the Wilder Ball she finds out her step mother has removed her names from the RSVP. Her best friend Penelope acting as her fairy godmother gets her to the ball. Little does Ella know her Prince Charming is right inside! So enjoy having Hunter find his Cinderella and the live these two can have!
I really wasn’t sure how much I would love Absolute Pleasure as it was a Cinderella retelling, and until now the movie Ever After was my only positive look at Cinderella. Erika Wilde totally and completely blew me away with Absolute Pleasure!
I loved grouchy Hunter Wilder when we first met him, and couldn’t wait to meet the woman who in one night pretty much brought him to his knees. Elaina “Elle” Darien was everything I hoped for and more for Hunter. She is so very strong and I loved her for Hunter.
Hunter and Elle had such amazing chemistry. Like OMG smoking hot, steam up my kindle screen chemistry. Hunter is all Alpha and in charge and Elle just seemed to blossom when they were together. I seriously loved Hunter wanted to take care of Elle, yet gave her space if needed.
Elle’s step-mother Helena might have been even more evil than the one in Cinderella, and her step-sisters Gwen and Claire honestly didn’t seem much better at first. I was so glad when the step-sister I didn’t hate came forward to help out Elle when really needed.
Absolute Pleasure was so amazing I literally re-read it as soon as I finished reading it the first time. It hit on all my favorite things in a contemporary romance. I loved both Maddux’s and Hunter’s stories so much and can’t wait to read Tempest’s story. Erika Wilde is one of my go-to authors for sexy, hot, emotional romances, and she totally delivered with Absolute Pleasure in the very best way.
Rating: 5 Stars (A)
Review copy provided by publisher
This book will grab you hook line and sinker because it’s a fun entertaining twist on a classic fairytale.
This is book 2 in the Dirty Sexy Fairy Tales and it starts at the Wilder Fairy Ball, Ella is turned away at the door because her evil stepmother conveniently left her off the RSVP, Hunter steps in to save the day and that’s when this fairytale comes to life…….
A quick read that moves along at the perfect pace with characters you will certainly fall in love with, it’s a hot and steamy twist on one of the best loved fairytales and it should certainly be on your TBR list. A love story full of emotion with just a hint of mystery make this a great read.
Since her father’s death two years ago, Elle Darian and her evil, evil, evil stepmother Helena are co-owners of the family real estate business. But Helena and her daughters Gwen and Claire – the evil stepsisters – are bleeding the company dry. Elle’s boyfriend had dumped her soon after her father passed away, and I’m afraid to say he did the right thing: Elle is a wet noodle. Elle is supposedly a businesswoman yet she doesn’t seem to do anything constructive to curb her step-family’s spending while the business is going bankrupt. I found it disheartening to see such a weak heroine; she had no personality, no backbone, she is the epitome of the damsel in distress and remains that way until the very end.
Fairytale retellings are far from my favourite tropes, yet I had loved the previous book, Total Surrender. There was a solid plot, great character development, excitement; it was a wonderful surprise. ABSOLUTE PLEASURE, a Cinderella retelling, has precious little besides dirty talk and sex, and the flimsy plot ends on farfetched twists and dubious decisions. There was also considerable time spent on recapping the events of the first book.
Darian Commercial Realty’s top agent Penelope – a minor character who acts the part of the fairy godmother – is a complete delight; I loved her right away. The fabulous Tempest, the Wilder sister, steals every scene she’s in, and apart from his occasional crudeness, Hunter is a great character. He was indeed Elle’s knight in shining armour, because it seemed she could even hardly think for herself. I can honestly say that I had never encountered such a helpless female in any contemporary romance before. She’s not even TSTL, she’s too passive for that! The sex scenes are very hot and well written, but this book was a huge disappointment for me after Total Surrender.
Naughty Cinderella inspired tale
The next fairy tale inspired story by Erika Wilde is finally here….woohoo
Hunter finds his Elle at the annual Wilder Way Charity Event. While Maddux his brother is dealing with vengeance against the man who murdered their parents…he gets a little distracted with the stunning Elle. Convincing her to a night of debauchery, she slips away the next morning without leaving her name and digits Hunter is determined to find her and make her his
Loved this story and I can’t wait for Tempest’s story next
ARC for honest review with no compensation
Absolute Pleasure is book 2 in the Dirty Sexy Fairy Tales series by Erika Wilde about modern day Cinderella and her Prince Charming…
Elaina “Elle” Darien, beautiful, driven and a damsel in distress. Her father’s death has left her with a wicked stepmother and step sisters and trying to turn the family business around…when an invitation to the Wilder Way Ball arrived her stepmother send the RSVP back without Elle’s name added…
Hunter Wilder, strong, handsome, sexy billionaire doesn’t believe in love and HEA as he has suffered to many loses in his life. While attending the Wilder Way Ball he overhears some ladies talking trash about a beautiful woman waiting to enter the ball except she is turned away…no way that is happening on his watch…
What starts as a hot one night liaison ends up being more that either could ever imagine…but will it end with a HEA? Only time will tell…
I thoroughly enjoyed this modern take on the Cinderella fairy tale. The story line grabbed me right away and kept me turning the pages until the end anxiously waiting to see how the book would end. I loved Hunter’s character. He was such a strong hero who really treated Elle with such love and care. It is such a talent when the author is able to have a good hero and heroine who balance so well, which these two did. The story was fun, sexy and ended so well. I can’t wait for the sister’s happy ever after!
This book is about Hunter Wilder and Elaina Darien and it’s an amazing story. I love that the story start at the Wilder Gala fairy tale ball because I was intrigued what happened with Hunter when I read book 1 of this series. I love this story, as always is romantic, steamy with a little suspense and fun to read. Now I’m anxious to read book 3 in the series. I received a free arc copy of this book in exchange of my honest review.
Love this series so much and this book is the second one and its even better. These two were so great that I loved them immediately. I was so hooked on this story from start to finish and loving everything about it and the whole fairytale retelling what an added bonus. It was really well written.