Exit to Eden
Published: May 1985
Author: Anne Rice – (As) Anne Rampling
Genres: Adult, Erotic, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Mystery, Romance
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Exit to Eden Summary
The Review:
Exit to Eden by Anne Rice is an unconventional novel about realistic, three-dimensional individuals tackling life head-on, much like all the Anne Rampling books I've read. It includes interesting glimpses of exotic real-world destinations, rich living styles, apparently impossible difficulties, and coping with one's most deeply buried phobias, all set against a backdrop of kinky sex and flirting with genuine danger. But at its core, it's a true, heartfelt love affair.
When BDSM wasn't as well-known as it is now, Anne Rice's masterwork. With the notion of a BDSM club built on an island for secrecy, she was much ahead of her time. When this book initially came out, it was a work of fiction; now, it's the titillation factor that draws people in.
It began off as a typical S&M fantasy, and while I like it, I thought the author didn't go far enough with it. The Club's concept is imaginative and visceral, causing your heart to race. Elliot's point of view was very appealing.
I was curious as to why he had come to The Club in the first place. I was curious as to why he wanted to do the things he dreaded the most. The plot then shifted to become a romance book. Despite the fact that I was able to learn about his past and what drives him.
Anne Rice is a fantastic writer. In this book, New Orleans is a character in and of itself. She clearly adores this city, as evidenced by the fact that several of her works are set here.
I admire the breadth of her subject matter and her distinct viewpoint on what inspires individuals and what currents run through their veins. Many insightful things are mentioned in this story, elevating it above typical romantic garbage.
It made me experience a lot of emotions. It caused me to consider things in a new light. The Sleeping Beauty series by Anne Rice features a lot of BDSM, but this novel is different since it has romance.
I'm not going to compare this book to the '50 Shades' series since this book is so much superior in every manner that a comparison would imply that they're on the same level, which they aren't. 'Exit to Eden' is often regarded as "the original" alternative lifestyle romance novel, which means that it flirts with both the BDSM lifestyle and romance, but never really establishes itself in either.
And therein lay both the novel's power and weakness. People looking for wild sex will be disappointed as the book abruptly drop off after the first 4 or 5 chapters, and those looking for romance will be scratching and clawing their way through the monotony of the first half.
I loved both sides of the story, although there was a bit of a grind in the middle when the narrative zigzags from one side to the other. Author did an excellent job establishing her characters, in my opinion.
I don't think this is the sort of book that would appeal to a broad audience, but if you have patience and an open mind, you could find it intriguing. I'm sure I did.
While I enjoy the film adaptation of the novel, it bears only a passing similarity to the book. There are no undercover officers in this novel. The book appeals to me more.
Even though the film was based on the book, it had so much extra screenwriting that it didn't seem like the book at all. That is why, unlike with book-related movies, I am not including a link to the film.
I've read everything she's written. Anne Rice's stories begin with a declaration of love, a declaration of love for her late husband and family.
Another amazing cast of characters may be found in Exit to Eden. Her characters have dimension, her settings have substance, she has interesting relationships, passionate encounters, and she has a lot more.
Thank you, Anne Rice, for letting the world know about your talent. Oh, and for the naysayers, there's always a new train to board.
Anne Rampling (Anne Rice) tells a gripping story of love and desire set in an unusual context. She drags you into a world of unrestricted love and discovery on an island where there are no limits to pursuing forbidden passions.
In the middle of all, a forbidden relationship between Lisa and Elliott blooms suddenly. The rules have been broken and torn apart, and now you must read the rest. The plot and descriptions are rich, Anne Rice's writing engrosses you, and you won't be able to put this book down.
Lisa, also known as the Perfectionist, is a powerful female leader in every facet of the BDSM world, which adds to the book's appeal. However, she has a vulnerable side hidden deep within her that she never intended to share or allow any person to see until Elliott walks up on the island where her BDSM Club is located.
Elliott wants to be a slave and totally embrace the lifestyle. In my opinion, he is avoiding his genuine wants, basically fleeing from being with a woman who makes him love because she makes him think and experience the passion for life that he is attempting to flee from.
When I truly enjoy a book, I read it slowly and put it down to absorb the plot and consider the characters' actions, ideas, and feelings. Exit to Eden wasn't any different. I didn't want it to stop, even yet I wanted to eat it and flip the pages.
How can two individuals become a part of a relationship when one is the leader of the masters and the other is a slave for many others to enjoy? I was afraid Lisa and Elliott wouldn't have their happily ever after.
I wish the author wrote a new novel about The Club or a follow-up to Lisa and Elliott's love story—perhaps about a kid born from the union and how he or she is doing after being raised by sexually free parents. But alas it never happened.
Exit to Eden is the book for you if you enjoy romance with a BDSM twist.
Final Thoughts:
This is the book for you if you prefer reading to viewing porn. It delves deeper into the genuine world of BDSM and doesn't hold anything back. This is a book I'd recommend if you're searching for something a little more graphic and rough around the edges.
This story had me reading nonstop late into the night when I was in bed, but I couldn't sleep because, like Elliott, I was hoping for a happy conclusion despite the fact that none looked to be feasible.
I did my best not to include anything that may be deemed a spoiler. You'll have to read it for yourself to know what I'm talking about. This is what I'll say: Despite his seeming predilection for submission, Elliott Slater is entirely masculine.
He has the ability to make you laugh, grimace, sulk, and cry at the same time. He's a wiseass with a temper, and he's pleasantly free of the conventional baggage that comes with a character in his position in an erotic romance.
He's one of the 10 most enthralling masculine characters I've ever met in fiction. You should meet him for yourself. Elliott Slater, like another Anne Rice protagonist, the vampire Lestat, will not let you down.
Synopsis:
“We all dream of the forbidden, but some of us make those dreams come true....With the same mystery, menace, and intensity as her Vampire books, Anne Rice's Exit to Eden explores the forbidden by taking us to The Club, a vacation paradise where no aspect of sexual pleasure is taboo. Just as The Story of O shocked the '60s by speaking aloud about what had only been whispered, Exit to Eden gives voice to the sexual secrets of the '80s.”
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Rating: 85/100
Recommended: 50/100 Yes.
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