Lucky 13: Thirteen Tales Of Getting Lucky [Paperback]

Sommer Marsden (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 9, 2009

Couples, three ways, hook-ups, masturbation that might end in death - today's sex scene is anything but boring. From a man who meets his fantasy woman for some "light bondage" to the escapades of a sex toy selling sexpert. It's all here and then some. Sommer Marsden has assembled some of her finest. A three way with the boss from hell, a hook up that's only supposed to last one night but turns into so much more. Featuring some of the author's favorites such as: She Looked Good In Ribbons, Underpass and Pause¾Lucky 13 brings you a baker's dozen of filthy tales to satisfy every naughty urge.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Baby, this one is hot, hot, hot!(A) sizzling collection of stories-filled with all the wholesome goodness that erotica has to offer. There are ample descriptions of emotions and sensations that make the graphic sex scenes more vivid for the best vicarious joyride. There are also some unexpectedly tender and even heartwarming moments in the more romantic stories. All in all, this one is too much of a good thing and I'm giving this one two thumbs up." -MRS. GIGGLES - 90/100!

"Ms. Marsden truly brings an exquisite collection of erotica to the table with Lucky 13. All thirteen stories left this reader breathless and wanting more..." -Amanda at Manic Readers, 4/5 STARS!

"Sommer Marsden-s skill as an author is in her ability to depict living breathing human beings and make them interesting, exciting and entertaining. The fact that she chooses to write in the erotic genre means that we lucky readers get to see these vibrant individuals enjoying the complexities of a passionate and carnal existence. If you enjoy well written erotica, and you want to get lucky with your choice of reading material, it-s a safe bet to pick Lucky 13." - Ashley Lister, Erotica Revealed

"Lucky 13: Thirteen Tales of Getting Lucky Author Sommer Marsden is a writer I consider to be one of the top storytellers in the erotica genre, and she-s just getting started. She is one I-m watching closely. This collection is 13 of her hits, and highly recommended" - Violet Blue, author --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

About the Author

Sommer Marsden's work has appeared in dozens anthologies and on numerous websites. Some of her favorite books include I is for Indecent, J is for Jealousy, L is for Leather,Spank Me, Tie Me Up, Whip Me, Ultimate Lesbian Erotica '08, Love at First Sting,Open for Business, Tasting Her, Hurts So Good and Yes, Sir. She is also writes The Seekers novellas for Eternal Press and is the author of The Anniversary Party for Whiskey Creek Press Torrid. She lives in Maryland and keeps her alter ego to herself. Not really. She had a big mouth and knows how to use it. She has many addictions and has no intentions of getting help for any of them. They currently include red wine, writing smut, long walks, the downward dog position, emails, blog hopping, and biscotti. You can reach her at [e-mail] or visit her at SmutGirl.blogspot.com to keep up with her dirty ramblings.

Product Details

• Paperback: 182 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace (March 9, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1441497099
• ISBN-13: 978-1441497093
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #566,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Sommer Marsden has been called "...one of the top storytellers in the erotica genre" (Violet Blue), "Unapologetic" (Alison Tyler) and "...the whirling dervish of erotica" (Craig J. Sorensen).

Her erotic novels include Long Lost, Big Bad, Hard Lessons, Learning to Drown, Lucky 13 and The Best of Sommer Marsden. Sommer currently writes erotica and erotic romance for Xcite Books, eXcessica, Ellora's Cave, Pretty Things Press, House of Erotica and Resplendence Publishing. The wine-swigging, dachshund-owning, wannabe runner author writes work that runs the gamut from bondage to zombies to humor.

Sommer's short works can be found in over a hundred (and counting) erotic anthologies. Her short stories have also been included numerous adult and romance magazines--both in print and online.

Visit Sommer at Unapologetic Fiction by visiting http://sommermarsden.blogspot.com or find her on Twitter (@sommer_marsden).

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Got Lucky, May 14, 2009

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Oh you pretty thing... (Hollywood, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lucky 13: Thirteen Tales Of Getting Lucky (Paperback)

Sommer Marsden knows how to tell a story. The fact that her stories are sexy is an added bonus--but even without the sex, the pieces hold together tight, leaving memories that linger. Her dialogue is dangerously good. You feel as if you're sitting right next to her characters, eavesdropping. But the descriptions are what really pull you in:

*He was staring at my mouth. At my bottom lip. I bit it. It was dirty fighting. I knew it. But I did it anyway. I would fight dirty if I had to for just one night with a man who wanted me. Wanted to f-ck me without consuming me. Or breaking me down. Who was secure enough to simply want me--and then take me.*

The book contains 13 frisky tales. My favorites were Pause, Masturbation 101, Underpass, and She Looked Good In Ribbons. But every single piece resonated with me.

From the upbeat to the offbeat, from the dark and dirty to the "God help me, just do me" -- this anthology is sure to please.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get Lucky!, May 13, 2009

By 

Wade Beauchamp - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lucky 13: Thirteen Tales Of Getting Lucky (Paperback)

I've been a fan of Sommer Marsden for a few years now, and this collection is perfect for longtime admirers and newcomers alike. Just like her characters, Ms. Marsden understands implicitly that our biggest sex organ is our brain. Her stories aren't simply white-knuckle thrill ride sex, although that's certainly there in spades, but instead she knows exactly how and when to sucker-punch you right in the heart. "She Looked Good In Ribbons" is still my favorite erotica story of all time. "Open All Night", "Fresh Meat" and "Mrs. Polenesi" are all in my Top Ten as well, but every single entry in this compilation is worth the price of admission. If you like smarts with your smut, do yourself a favor and get lucky with Sommer.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An unalloyed batch of excellent stories from Sommer, August 28, 2010

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Jvstin "Paul Weimer" (Circle Pines, MN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lucky 13: Thirteen Tales of Getting Lucky (Kindle Edition)

Ms. Marsden's talents first came to my attention because of her frequent appearance in the anthologies edited by Alison Tyler. Again, and again, the name would crop up, always tied with a story that had strongly developed characters, were sizzling hot, and understood that the fastest way to arouse anyone of any gender or sexual orientation was to engage the organ everyone has in common--the brain.

In Lucky 13, Sommer gets a chance to show off her stuff in a solo context, bringing together thirteen of her stories for your pleasure:

Pause

Underpass

Confessions of a Sexpert #1: Sally Mae

Masturbation 101

Open All Night:Claire

Confessions of a Sexpert #2: Mr. Winkler

Fresh Meat

Mrs. Polenesi

She Looked Good In Ribbons

Paper or Plastic?

Kissing Me Sexy

Beautiful Rita

For Tonight

In this collection of thirteen stories, meet Noelle, whose infidelity will tug at your heart, as well as your arousal. The darkly powerful relationship between Jared and Brenda. The special customer service Lissa gets from Chad. The melancholy encounter between Alyssa and West in She Looked good in Ribbons, possibly my favorite story of the thirteen. The sizzling office threesome in Fresh Meat. And more.

As I expected, hot sex and well developed characters together have combined into a powerful collection of Sommer's work, and this serves as a good sampling of her oeuvre, style, and the buttons she likes to push. Like me, anyone who has encountered Sommer's work elsewhere will find more of her excellent work here, this time unalloyed by other writers. Sometimes, you want to devour just one writer's style and passion, and this anthology allows you to explore Ms. Marsden's work in that way.

Sometimes the thing's we're forced to wait for are the very best things. And sometimes, waiting is severely overrated. Try Sommer's work sooner, rather than later, and you will see what I mean.