Because this what the first romance novel, the steamy kid, did I have ever read, I thought it good- the characters were well-defined and the costumes and setting were indeed as rich as Ms. Small's reputation Expects. HOWEVER, now, after my "vast" experience With These stories, I found it empty. It Seemed as if She was more interested in the steamy sex than in any plot, Although a little intrigue at the end helped to sweeten the bitter taste in my mouth. Aurora and Valerian's attraction is more animalistic than burning, and Aurora's response When She Was Being Practically raped by him was a bit repulsive.
