Exit to Eden Review

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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Cry to Heaven Review

Cry to Heaven

Published: 12, September 1982

Author: Anne Rice

Genres: Adult, Family, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, LGBTQ+, Psychological, Saga, Thrillers, Vampire

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Cry to Heaven Summary

The Review:

Anne Rice's magnificent historical tale "Cry to Heaven" shows the beauty and selfishness of the human spirit when it is entangled in a torturous political and sociological web. I couldn't put this book down and couldn't forget it - there's a lot to think about. The conclusion was clever and surprising. Anne Rice's depictions of old Venice and other classical Italian towns are as rich and dense as a tapestry.

I had no idea what to anticipate when I picked up this book, but I was immediately taken in and carried along in this tumultuous tale, unable to do anything else until I completed it.

As I followed Tonio through the horror that became his reality, I sobbed, ranted, and wanted to shout aloud. The author has the ability to make you experience the characters' emotions, become the character, and envision yourself in the scene, as she has done so many times in the past.

You take on the role of a Venetian, smelling the canals, seeing the architecture, and feeling the winds. In this novel, she really outdid herself. You see Tonio grow from a lonely small child to a promising adolescent with a bright future, only to plunge into the worst night of his life as he discovers everything he knows is a lie and loses everything he ever had but his voice.

As his circumstances break him down, he must learn to reach out to others around him, his new "family," and trust them, develop in his new job, flourish, and eventually become the "man" he is intended to be.

This was a fantastic book to read! The tale, as well as the depth of the characters, pulled me in from the first page and held me captivated until the last. Tonio was such a charming, if not troubled, character that it was impossible not to feel affection for him while also feeling sympathy for him.

The inner fortitude he possessed to traverse such tragedies at such a young age and yet shine brilliantly in the world was nothing short of amazing!!!

Guido was another extremely charming character, and the castrati's agony and misery for their abilities and art seemed unfathomable. Guido, like Tonio, went through hell and came out the other side loving, motivating, and absolutely admirable.

The love story between these two eunuchs and the other characters was engrossing, moving, and romantic, while also being sensuous, if not downright hot at moments.

Their need to be loved despite what had been done to them and society's contempt for them truly moved me.

Anne Rice has such a talent for weaving these lovely individuals into the fabric of history that the novel is a page-turner that any reader will find enthralling and thoroughly delightful!

Maestro is a fair descriptor for such a brilliant tale-teller, despite the fact that it is largely a musical term. Please do yourself a favor and read this great and moving story.

The surroundings of 18th century Italy are gorgeous in this tale, which was so well written. I could almost envision myself there, hearing, seeing, and smelling the noises, colors, and fragrances of the time period.

Her characters are so well-drawn that I felt as though I actually knew them. Above all, the storyline is fantastic, a tale of adventure, vengeance, and the quest to find one's own identity.

Not to add a fantastic conclusion that had me riveted to my seat. Regrettably, I've discovered that her Vampire and Witch books often hide this book. This book, in my opinion, is superior to them.

Forget about vampires and witches for a moment and sample this little-known treasure. Ironically, despite the fact that this work has been published for more than twenty years, no one I question has read it, and some have never heard of it.

Many of my acquaintances claim that they have always seen the book on the shelf but have never wanted to read it. But, after reading it, I was glad I did because of what I discovered, and it is now my little secret, which I encourage you to read as well.

Anne Rice did her homework and presented the fictitious characters in a historically accurate environment, as she constantly does. The book spends a lot of time talking about singing and the joys and problems that come with it.

These characteristics, as well as the descriptive descriptions of gorgeous places in Italy, appealed to me. You should be aware that this book contains a significant amount of homoeroticism.

That part became a bit of an irritant to me. But to be honest, I believe that real art should occasionally make us uncomfortable. In this work, author deftly conveys the sense of unease. I also felt that there was a long, drawn-out build-up to the book's climax, which arrives at the very end with little descending action.

It's possible that this is one of the best novels I've ever read. No one writes as meticulously as Anne Rice. This isn't a tale about vampires. There's nothing here about the occult or witches.

It revolves around a young nobleman who was castrated by his brother/father in order to prevent him from getting something (I feel mentioning it may be considered as a spoiler.) This is a book you will not be able to put down.

Final Thoughts:

I wasn't anticipating a novel like this after reading all of her vampire stories. It was based on true historical events. It kept a terrific plot thread going. If you enjoy historically accurate, well-written fiction, I strongly advise you to read it. If you favor her vampire novels, though, you will probably not enjoy this.

Because Anne Rice's vampire series receives so much attention, this book is sometimes neglected. A lovely, compelling narrative about the victory of the human spirit over something higher than man.

A romantic story of a mentor and student's classical love, as well as a boy's path to manhood, which is cut short by physical castration, and his ascent, victory, and change.

Anne Rice's words, which carry us to 18th century Venice, Naples, and Rome for this amazing odyssey of wrath and forgiveness, seem to breathe the past once more.

Despite the fact that the novel concludes on a happy note, tears welled up in my eyes. Take a chance on this one. It is well worth the time you will have to devote to fully comprehending it. It was a terrible period in our history, but one that ought to be remembered.

Synopsis:

“In a sweeping saga of music and vengeance, the acclaimed author of The Vampire Chronicles draws readers into eighteenth-century Italy, bringing to life the decadence beneath the shimmering surface of Venice, the wild frivolity of Naples, and the magnetic terror of its shadow, Vesuvius. This is the story of the castrati, the exquisite and otherworldly sopranos whose graceful bodies and glorious voices win the adulation of royal courts and grand opera houses throughout Europe. These men are revered as idols—and, at the same time, scorned for all they are not.

Praise for Anne Rice and Cry to Heaven

“Daring and imaginative . . . [Anne] Rice seems like nothing less than a magician: It is a pure and uncanny talent that can give a voice to monsters and angels both.”—The New York Times Book Review

“To read Anne Rice is to become giddy as if spinning through the mind of time.”—San Francisco Chronicle

“If you surrender and go with her . . . you have surrendered to enchantment, as in a voluptuous dream.”—The Boston Globe

“Anne Rice is eerily good at making the impossible seem self-evident.”—Time”

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Rating: 90/100

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Beauty's Kingdom Review

Beauty's Kingdom

Published: 21, April 2015

Author: Anne Rice – (As) A. N. Roquelaure

Book 4 of 4: Sleeping Beauty

Genres: Adult, BDSM, Contemporary, Erotic, Fantasy, Fiction, Gothic, Horror, Literature, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction

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Beauty's Kingdom Summary

The Review:

In Beauty's Kingdom, Anne Rice brings Beauty's journey to a close in a very exciting way. This was a surprising departure from the prior chapters, but it was still gripping. With an open mind, exploring the 'Kingdom' and discovering an alternate lifestyle that generates unexpected ideas is straightforward.

I was relieved to find that the author did not attempt to cling to the past in this final installment of the Sleeping Beauty series. I thought the unique ways she tackled the Kingdom and its inclinations were interesting, and it was a terrific way to wrap off Beauty's journey. I really liked how the subject of consent was addressed. Overall, this is a fantastic work of erotica.

I enjoyed reuniting with all of the characters and learning more about the supporting cast. Throughout, it has a courteous tone. To understand what I'm talking about, you'll have to read the entire series.

The last ten percent is a little strange. I mean, I was into it, but it was unexpected and didn't fit with the rest of the plot. I wish that had been looked into deeper, expounded upon, and explored.

I have to confess, no matter what genre she envisions, she's right on top. Anne Rice takes the magnificent world of Sleeping Beauty full circle, whether it's the witches of Mayfair, the isle of sensuous delight in Exit to Eden, or the Vampire Chronicles of her beloved Lestat.

This fourth volume in the Sleeping Beauty series is a must-read for fans of the Sleeping Beauty legend. The characters from the Sleeping Beauty Series return to finish their sensual adventures, which combine a fantasy story with raw eroticism.

Each character's love story intertwines with the others to form a 'family.' Any inquiry of "what happened to him/her" is pushed to the forefront. The author tells a love story that defies all expectations, limits, and constraints. Hot, spicy, sensuous, and adorable all at once. You'll experience the love in Beauty's Kingdom and realize that love is just love.

The dreaded subject of comparison has reared its ugly head once more. You won't want to start this book if you believe 50 Shades of Grey is too hazardous but surely well-written since you have no concept of what amazing writing is!!!

Although I haven't read much erotica, these works appear to capture the core of what the genre is or should be. Sexuality isn't depicted in a simplistic manner; rather, its complexity is examined.

Anne Rice is a fantastic writer with a well-crafted plot that has you caught between its legs till the very end! This novel, all four volumes, are written so vividly that you could walk straight into the universe that's been created and freely surrender your body into the hands of these characters, and you'll do it because it'll feel amazing, if not immediately, then very soon! It's a joy to be a spectator in Beauty's universe!

Author praises the glories of human sexuality when released from the shackles of cultural shame in Beauty's Kingdom. All in the kingdom of Bellavalten, including nobles and commoners, are free to explore their sexual roles, whether as masters or nude pleasure slaves, according to the new Queen Beauty's orders.

Thank the Goddesses, Anne Rice is back to prove that erotica can still be a literary art. I was enthralled with the horses galloping down the bridle path, as well as the Public Turntable! Anne Rice's most sensuous invention yet maybe the gorgeous slave Brenn. Just read about it in the book.

Warning: There are spoilers ahead, so go to Final Thoughts. Between the publishing of the last book of the trilogy and the release of this fourth chapter, many years have passed in our world, while just a little more than 20 years have passed in Beauty's world.

Laurent and Beauty have retired and passed their kingdom down to their son. Messengers visit Laurent and Beauty to inquire whether they would be willing to reign her secret country of sensual slavery after the previous queen and her son died while on an ocean cruise.

They agree to preside over what would become known as Beauty's Kingdom on the condition that all erotic service will henceforth be consensual and not limited to the nobles.

The novel is divided into eighteen chapters, each recounted from the perspective of a different character. Beauty is the narrator of five chapters, while King Laurent is the narrator of two.

There are four chapters dedicated to Lady Eva, who was in charge during the queen's absence. The tale moves slowly and without the harshness of the previous trilogy's forced service.

Anne Rice, on the other hand, demonstrates that she can still write persuasively and attractively. It's understandable that some admirers of the original volumes feel unhappy.

Because, this isn't the final installment in the series. It's a more mature author's reflection on the narrative, and it takes her readers on a fresh journey through the environment from a different perspective.

Beauty is no more the submissive that is passive but erotically aroused. She is now the queen, and it is through her vision that the kingdom will be resurrected and given new significance. She is not, however, a dominatrix like the previous queen, and it is this distinction that gives this new book its own life.

This genre calls for lush literary language. The author's decision to base this sensual series on the Sleeping Beauty story has always struck me as incredibly inventive.

In the appropriately called Beauty's Kingdom, the fourth part shifts from considered non-consensual to consenting. While I enjoyed the book, I couldn't help but wonder why the author felt the need to have so many people cry.

And, although I like the sexual freedom of expression, it's impractical to expect all of the characters to be at least bisexual.

Anne Rice, on the other hand, is in a league of her own when it comes to erotica. I wish she'd leaned a little more strongly into the Sleeping Beauty narrative, creating more tension and stakes while still allowing the characters (and the reader) to have fun.

Final Thoughts:

Anne Rice's first three Beauty novels were fantastic. Yes, they all lived happily ever after, and Beauty's Kingdom was a nice addendum to let the reader know what transpired.

While this narrative may not be for everyone, it is a must-have for serious erotica enthusiasts who want to finish the story of Beauty and her friends.

To understand and appreciate this work, I believe it is necessary to have read and appreciated its predecessors. It was an intriguing and entertaining conclusion to the original "Beauty" trilogy for me. Perhaps not as sexual, but still nice. And definitely not un-erotic!

Finally, this novel is not for everyone, including possibly not all enthusiasts of BDSM. Anne Rice has developed an intriguing blend for individuals who enjoy both fantasy and graphic slave and master.

Synopsis:

“Before E. L. James and Sylvia Day, there was Anne Rice: Discover Beauty’s Kingdom, the fourth novel in the bestselling Sleeping Beauty series

Mega-bestselling author Anne Rice, writing as A. N. Roquelaure, returns to the mysterious kingdom of Queen Eleanor in this new chapter of her Sleeping Beauty series. When the great queen is reported dead, Beauty and Laurent return to the kingdom they left twenty years before. Beauty agrees to take the throne, but she insists that all erotic servitude be voluntary. Countless eager princes, princesses, lords, ladies, and commoners journey to Beauty’s realm, where she and her husband usher in a new era of desire, longing, and ecstasy. Provocative and stirring, Anne Rice’s imaginative retelling of the Sleeping Beauty myth will be adored by her longtime fans and new readers of erotica just discovering the novels.

This book is intended for mature audiences.”

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Rating: 90/100

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