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Best Women's Erotica of the Year, Volume 6

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Another great anthology by an expert editor who knows how to present a wide range of stories. Definitely will be looking back at this one. :)

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Another wonderful collection of short exotic stories collected by Rachel and put into a wonderful one stop collection. There is a story for everyone in this collection.

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A great selection of erotica stories, some with a lot of spice!! I always enjoy these anthologies and look forward to many more in the future.

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I cannot begin to describe how much I freaking adored this book! It was spicy, sensual, well-written, and everything I could have possibly expected out of an erotic book! I highly recommend!

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Rachel Bussel's latest work is exciting and superbly entertaining. This advanture story is a must read. As far as the writing style and narration is concerned, it is absolutely fantastic. The way author has wevaed the story with the mastery of writing style and narration, it is truly commendable. Overall, it was a great experience. I highly recommend this work and give it full 5 stars for the writing, narration and overall presentation. Happy Reading.

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Overall a good selection of erotica books. However, some fell flat. A good steamy set of authors. Always look forward to these anthologies.

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As is common with anthologies, this was definitely a mixed bag for me. Overall I enjoyed most of the stories, but for a collection titled “best erotica” I was hoping for a lot more. The variety of stories was fairly good but the sexual dynamics are all pretty similar and I would have loved more variety. I also thought it was rather tame as a whole – almost all the stories were pleasant to read but nothing really got me hot and bothered.

Thank you to NetGalley and Cleis Press for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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These stories were hoootttt! I enjoyed the wide variety of kinks that were explored, whether it was ignoring your partner in the middle of sex or the cheeky heat of companiable masturbation.

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This was my first time to read a volume of collected Erotica, and it won't be the last! Not every story had an HEA, which was different but not disappointing because each ending fit where the character swere and the contained arc of what they were going through. I especially liked that I could read stories from authors I knew (Naima Simone, Olivia Waite, Katrina Jackson and Zoey Castile) and discover new authors and styles (Shelly Bell, Kyra Valentine, Anuja Varghese). My faves were Cabinet of Curiosities by Olivia Waite, Inflated Egos by Evie Bennett, and Cream by Saskia Vogel. Highly recommend for anyone who is in a book slump and needs a quick story to get them excited about reading again.

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With anthologies, I think it really helps to approach them as exploratory and expect some charming and promising introductions while also accepting the likelihood of finding a few lackluster. Overall this anthology was another contribution to an overall fun and sexy classic in the industry. Really loved seeing some Olivia Waite in here especially.

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A good selection of genres. Some were better than others. I enjoy most Erotica but I did find some of the stories were abit flat like they were trying too hard. But a good way to find new authors.
I was lucky enough to receive a copy via Netgalley & the publishing house in exchange for my honest review.

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Some of these were great and I was definitely invested. Some of them were not my cup of tea, but I'm sure they were for someone. I struggle to write reviews for short stories because they're all so different, but this was an entertaining read to say the least!

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I enjoy erotica but this one wasn't for me. The stories seemed disjointed, very little flow, and I had a hard time wanting to continue.

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This is a collection of well-written erotic stories with a little something for everyone. The variety provides a good sampler for those with varied tastes or those who are looking for an intro to the genre.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

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I enjoy reading erotica, and this was no different, but I did feel this was a little blah in the grand scheme of things. I felt like there were some things that, when reading, felt like it was just fluff and almost too clean. I enjoyed it, but would’ve preferred if it was a little spicier!

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The best bits of erotica without the drivvle that usually comes along with it.

A collection of stories that spans the genres. As always with collections, there's a few that just aren't for you but definitely more good than bad in this lot.

My first foray into these collections and although I'm in no rush to look up the back catalogue, I'd definitely read the next edition if I spot it on netgalley.

A good way to find new authors if you find something you particularly enjoy.

**Thanks to netgalley and the publishers for providing a copy of this in exchange for an honest review.

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I read erotic short stories for one reason only - to go along with my lovely vibrator and spend quality time by myself. I have to say some of the stories in the book had too much fluff for my purpose. I can see these stories read as a warm-up, foreplay, for a night with your vibrator.

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This collection of super erotic stories is pure fiyah. My favs...Cooling Off, Inked on My Skin and The Instruction Manual. Each story showcased real life emotions, deep seeded connection and is rich in content and drama. Looking forward to Volume 7.

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I read the previous volume of this anthology and really enjoyed it overall. But there were some stories that didn't particularly interest me much. It's a similar situation with this volume but I must admit that more of the stories were readable for me than previously.
Highlights for me were New Year's Chance, about running into an old crush; Spring Fling, about a unique couple looking to add someone new into their relationship, and Blues, a take on the Little Mermaid story. I also found Inked on my Skin quite an interesting read although I don't get into the tattoo thing at all.

Overall this was another enjoyable collection and I give it 3.5 stars.

Thank you to Netgalley and Cleis Press for sharing an advanced reader copy.

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In keeping with the other installments in this anthology series, Rachel Kramer Bussell has pulled together a diverse and exciting collection of stories. Some of these authors were familiar to me and I read their stories with anticipation, but I was pleased to find that those by authors unknown to me were equally enthralling.
As usual, not every story appealed to me just as not every story will appeal to any reader, but the options here are varied enough that most readers will find several to enjoy.

I don't like to play favorites, but Mia Hopkins and Naima Simone's stories were perfection.

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