The Lady's Tutor

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Summary: COULD'VE BEEN BETTER
Review: Let me state that this book can be used as a good example of the potential of erotic romance, when it comes to love scenes. Schone does a wonderful job with the sexual tension between Ramiel and Elizabeth. From the honest and erotic dialogue to the loves scenes, the writer uses all five senses and allows the reader to understand the tantalizing sensations the couple experienced.

However, my rating is based on a few drawbacks. First of all, there is nothing more disappointing while reading a story than to become annoyed with the protagonist. The character of Elizabeth annoyed me. One of the reasons is because of her reactions to the major events in her life. I'll try to explain without spoiling too much of the novel.

Her reactions to the most horrible events in her life seemed a little too unbelievable. This is mainly because these events weren't discovered until late in the novel. Perhaps if these happened earlier, the first night she spent with Ramiel could have been more acceptable. Something else: there was a scene where she ingested some poison. When she first wakes up after being poisoned, what's the first thing she does? She has sex with Ramiel. Of course, the explanation for this was she was poisoned with Spanish Fly, and the only thing that could rid her of the toxic was plenty of fluids and hot sex. Uh-huh.

I realize this story occurs in a different era and place, but if I had experienced the same circumstances as Elizabeth (especially the issue with her sons), sex would be the last thing on my mind at that moment.

The other elements that were introduced in the book--homosexuality, pedophilia and child abuse--didn't receive enough attention because they were introduced too late. These are major and traumatic issues that should have been discovered earlier in the book, and perhaps the last few chapters could have been more plausible. These issues weren't treated with the proper attention. As a result, when she discovers the truth about her husband and the identity of his lover, it was just too much for the reader to take in, especially so late in the novel (and by the way, I felt the identity of the lover was COMPLETELY unrealistic). Her reaction was quite underrated, underplayed and unbelievable.

Regardless of these faults, I would still probably recommend this book. There are still some great things in this novel, particularly the wonderful connection between Ramiel and Elizabeth.

Rating:
Summary: WHOA!
Review: I loved the scenes between Elizabeth and Ramiel and especially loved Ramiel but toward the ending I was put off with the content that I won't give away dealing with the husband and the "lover". I thought it was a little too much for the novel. I was fine with the original story regarding the husband and his secret but the scene that is toward the end was just a little nausating because of who it involved. Though the writing is superb and it got me to learn more on the Arabic language which I love hearing. Still, I think it was a little over the top but still excellent.

Rating:
Summary: Sexy, Romantic, and Surprisingly Well-Written
Review: In an effort to reconnect to her distant husband, Elizabeth daringly requests Ramiel to tutor her on the art of sexually pleasing a man. The tutorial sessions are conducted with a book, pens, and paper because Elizabeth has no intention of pleasing a man other than her husband. The "stimulating" dialogues between teacher and student ignite delicious sexual tension that steadily builds throughout the novel.

Elizabeth has an inner core of independence, passion, and wit, and after their first meeting, Ramiel only has eyes for her. He wants her to love her body, and he wants her to freely express her true self; he wants to shield her from all pain and make everything "right" for her.

The writing is excellent because Schone confides in the reader and reveals her characters' secrets along the way. Suspense builds steadily until the biggest secrets are revealed, and the story ends with an incredibly erotic and romantic "bang."

I would highly recommend this book to erotic romance readers. The only disclaimer is that some readers may not be able to handle the "biggest secrets" about Elizabeth's political family. Although some... were extremely put off by these "secret events," I found them to be integral to the story line, and therefore, not too bothersome.

There is courage, love, and healing in this story, and the "good," honest characters ultimately overcome the "bad," cold-hearted, deceitful ones. Therefore, if the reader is willing to overlook Schone's inclusion of some brief objectionable scenes, this book will be a very enjoyable read.

Rating:
Summary: Read it now.
Review: I bought this book based on the recommendations I read here, just finished it in one 5-hour sitting (while at work, no less!), and have to add my own. Another review says there is only one erotic scene, and that's at the end...only if she is unable to find words erotic! One of the most erotic seductions I've read, and I really liked the character. Sorry if it's too "dark" for some readers...I think tribulations just make a story real...

Rating:
Summary: I would give this 0 stars if possible
Review: Probably one of the worst books I have ever begun. I never stop reading books mid-way, but just might consider setting this one aside. Can this book be categorised as a romance? Where is the romance? Its just sex. I'm not one of those prudes that gets offended by sex, but this had nothing else! Not going to waste any more time with this book or this author

Rating:
Summary: A great well-written erotic romance
Review: I started with Thea Devine and moved onto Robin Schone, based on the recommendations on Amazon. Last night, I devoured The Lady's Tutor and finished The Lover today. The Lady's Tutor is by far the best well-written AND erotic novel I've read. There is romance, intrigue, suspense, and the sexual scenes were erotic w/o being so explicit and crude. I was hardly breathing during the "tutoring" scenes.

Schone's heroine feels genuine. Elizabeth is a mother, who at the age of 33, is no longer considered desirable in society's eyes. I really enjoyed reading about Elizabeth's sexual awakening, as well as her development into a strong woman, something that is rare in most novels. The plot is engrossing and the characters feel very real. I'll have to break my rule and read it again.!

If you're looking for a erotic story that actually has a plot and characters, I highly recommend The Lady's Tutor.

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Summary: HOMOSEXUALITY and PHEDOPHILIA in romance novel?
Review: I know a lot of people loved this book. After all, erotic love scenes are the latest hype in romance novels. The hotter, the better, right? In The Lady's Tutor, there is only one erotic scene and that is towards the end of the book. It would have been a really great book if the author didn't include homosexuality and phedophilia in what is suppose to be a romance novel. In the Lady's Tutor, the hero was raped by another man. There is a scene portraying man on man sex. It was just too dark and perverted for me. Somehow, i get the feeling that the characters in this book are not meant to be happy forever. I also read captivated and in Schone's novella, The Lady's Pleasure(the hero is the tutor again!), homosexuality is mentioned again. I have nothing against homosexuality - I have a lot of gay friends, but i read romance novels as a means of escape. I think i best stick to my 3 favorite authors - Small, Johnson and Devine.

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Summary: PASSION LEARNED
Review: THE LADY'S TUTOR is an excellent romance lover's read. First, it is very well-written. Then it has a realistic and moving story line. A sexually repressed wife, Elizabeth Petrie, seeks information to make herself more appealing to her husband. But her teacher, Ramiel SaFyre (a man known for his knowledge and prowess), sees more in her and her situation than she realizes. He appreciates that she'll go through his embarrassing tutelage, but he wants the dedication she feels toward exciting her husband to be directed toward himself. The heat in the training sessions where they discuss sexual practices is so steamy that it is easily felt by the reader. Boundaries are crossed and taboos are broken. This is a genuine love story mixed with real passion. The ending is not what the student orginally anticipated ... it's much, much better. Robin Schone is a name to keep in mind.

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Summary: Schone is a powerful new voice for romance
Review: Robin Schone is remarkably successful in transposing modern sexual sensibilities onto Victorian era characters. Her sexual scenes are explicit, and the vocabulary is very blunt. If you are a fan of euphemism and are turned off by candid, almost clinical, love scenes, this book is not for you.

The heroine in this book, Elizabeth Petrie, is the sexually frustrated wife of a prominent politician who has avoided sleeping with her for 12 years. In an effort to woo him away from an imagined mistress and to satisfy her own needs, she asks Ramiel Devington to teach her how to entice and satisfy a man. Ramiel, a notorious sensualist, eagerly undertakes Elizabeth's education with an eye towards getting her into his own bed. The ensuing lessons are are a masterpiece of erotic fiction. Not only is Schone able to build remarkable sexual anticipation, but she does it without the main characters even touching. It isn't until well into the second half of the book that the two get together.

The remainder of the plot is original, but a little overwrought and gothic in my opinion. The secondary characters were well-crafted. Some people may be turned off by the adulterous aspects of Elizabeth and Ramiel's romance. However, I never thought of their relationship that way. By the time Elizabeth strays, I thought it was justified by her husband's brutal rejection and realization that the marriage was effectively over.

All in all, I found The Lady's Tutor to be a remarkable book and would highly recommend it. Nevertheless, it is not a book for everyone, and those with delicate sensibilities should look elsewhere.

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Summary: !! WOW !!
Review: What a book. It is so hot it will burn you. A bit of caution, only atempt to read THE LADY'S TUTOR if you have a cold shower near by. With that said, I highly recomend it.