Struggling to make a living on his own, a sea-loving young man sinks all his worldly worth into a small cruise boat. He lucks into chartering the vessel to some wealthy ladies, who become very generous clients - along with two of their daughters.
A Story in the Laresa World Universe
(Follow-up to "Deified", completing Nathifa's tale) Laresa and Nathifa are living a quiet, simple life among their newly adopted people, but Laresa is troubled. Recent events have eroded her ability to brush off that she is Djinn, and thus a slave. Being so close to Nathifa, only recently freed from the bonds of the Djinn herself, is a source of turmoil for Laresa as well. The village also faces danger as "Those who live outside the light" stalk the peaceful community.
So far, fourteen-year-old Lily's sexual experiences have been limited to solitary nocturnal explorations and some unrequited crushes on both boys and girls at her school. When she first meets Zoe and Liam Mitchell, she's thrilled by both their beauty and their uninhibited sexuality. If only she could be more like them...
Young minds are being counseled against the abuse of illegal substances. Society should be appaluded for instituting such advice. The intent here is not to argue against this counsel. It is also not to criticize the fine police forces that are employed in the free world. They are charged with a truely difficult task and are doing their best to keep society free from dangerous criminals...And they do a damn outstanding job !
While on a road trip during the fall season, a mother and son visit a mysterious festival and confront their deepest, most forbidden desires. / (Reviews)