Menagerie [Paperback]

Lara Santiago (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 23, 2008

MENAGERIE [Erotic Sci-fi/Multiple Partner Romance] What's a girl to do with five hot guys who need her for their sexual survival? Create a weekly schedule. Accidentally transported to an alien spaceship, Valerie Thornhill inadvertently volunteers to be a virtual sex slave for five men. A shortage of females and her blatant curiosity aboard the alien vessel conspire and set fate in motion. The fact that the five are sexy and attractive is helpful when she learns the term of service is three years. Forbidden to show favoritism within her unusual household for the duration of the long trip, Valerie still can't help falling in love with the most intriguing one of her male harem. The fact that she is apprehensive about his demeanor and overall size only heightens her desire for him. When the aliens discover Valerie's indiscretion, the ultimate price for her desire may jeopardize the return trip to Earth for all of them. ** OUTSTANDING READ: A+/5: "Menagerie by Lara Santiago is unlike any book I have ever read. Erotic and original, this sci-fi story grabs you from the first page and keeps you thoroughly involved until the last word. Ms. Santiago has come up with an alien story unlike any other and her imaginative style, world building and strong heroines, who always have a touch of humor, never cease to entertain. Ms. Santiago weaves a story so steamy you'll need to sit on a block of ice to keep from overheating! Each of these men is more alpha and sexy than the next. The heroine is strong, funny and would make a great best friend. I really loved this book and it has earned a spot on my keeper shelf. Trust me you definitely need to pick up a copy of Menagerie. But remember I did warn you that it is so sizzling you'll feel like you're sitting in a sauna." --Lynda, Simply Romance Reviews ** 5 Flags: "WOW! Fantastic! Titillating, sexy, and OMG it's unfair that one woman can be catered to by so many men. Well, Lara, without being told, you've added another one to my keeper shelf. I could not put it down until I finished it. The lack of sleep was worth it! Can't wait for the next one." --Melisa, Euro-Reviews ** 5 Cherries: "Oh My Goodness! I LOVED this book! I've come to expect quite a bit from Siren Publishing and their authors since we started reviewing their books...and I have to say that Lara Santiago doesn't disappoint. I was sucked in from the beginning and was loathe to put this book down. even to feed myself! I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end, and was intrigued by how Lara Santiago brought about the happy ending that made me smile, and will no doubt do the same for you. Menagerie is a gripping, unique offering of the Sci-fi/Fantasy variety that will leave you hoping for more from this amazing voice in erotic romance." --Viscaria, Whipped Cream ** "This book has multiple partners, some bondage, and explicit sex. It is very well written and I enjoyed every minute of it. I was rooting for Valerie all the way. Valerie's behavior on the alien ship reminds us of the little troublemaker we all have inside. By the end of this story I was wishing for that happy ending that I felt they deserved. This book was so descriptive, it felt like a movie playing in my head." --Breia Brickey, ParaNormalRomance

Editorial Reviews

Review

Outstanding Read: A+ "Menagerie by Lara Santiago is unlike any book I have ever read. Erotic and original, this sci-fi story grabs you from the first page and keeps you thoroughly involved until the last word.  Trust me you definitely need to pick up a copy of Menagerie. But remember I did warn you that it is so sizzling you'll feel like you're sitting in a sauna." --Lynda, Simply Romance Reviews

5 Flags: "WOW! Fantastic! Titillating, sexy, and OMG it's unfair that one woman can be catered to by so many men. Well, Lara, without being told, you've added another one to my keeper shelf. I could not put it down until I finished it. The lack of sleep was worth it! High marks, hon! Can't wait for the next one." --Melisa, Euro-Reviews

5 Cherries: "Oh My Goodness! I LOVED this book! Menagerie is a gripping, unique offering of the Sci-fi/Fantasy variety that will leave you hoping for more from this amazing voice in erotic romance." --Viscaria, Whipped Cream

4 Stars: "Menagerie is a delightfully entertaining, emotional, and romantic tale about a sexual arrangement amongst an alien ship. Ms. Santiago has created a fabulous and exciting adventure. Where can I sign up for this kind of sexy alien encounter?" --Tallyn Porter, Just Erotic Romance Reviews

4 Hearts: "Great dialogue and some hilarious one-liners add to this entertaining story. I recommend Menagerie as a fun, entertaining, and sexy book to read." --Abi, The Romance Studio

"It is very well written and I enjoyed every minute of it. I was rooting for Valerie all the way. By the end of this story I was wishing for that happy ending that I felt they deserved. This book was so descriptive, it felt like a movie playing in my head." --Breia Brickey, ParaNormalRomance

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 212 pages
• Publisher: Siren Publishing, Inc. (July 23, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 160601188X
• ISBN-13: 978-1606011881
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #698,837 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing futuristic romance with a big twist!, October 19, 2008

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Bookaholics Reviewer (Bay Area, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Menagerie (Paperback)

Menagerie by Lara Santiago

Oversize trade paperback release date: July 23, 2008

4 Stars

This book is an amazing futuristic romance with a big twist! The entire premise is a fun and highly erotic ride.

Valerie Thornhill is accidentally transported onto a spaceship where she must become a sex slave to 5 different men for 3 years! Each man has a very different personality and all of them are very attractive.

Valerie cannot help falling in love with one of the men! She is torn by her `duty' and any preference in her behavior which can undo the companionship of the group.

The different men and Valerie's growing dilemma make for HOT reading. It was surprising to discover which male Valerie gradually grew to love and her anguish over feelings she cannot control. I was touched by the relationship with her preferred lover. At first he seemed one-dimensional, but as Valerie grew to care for him, so did I!

Lara Santiago pulls you into her world. Her writing is deceptively clever as I never saw the surprise ending! If you are looking for a quick read with entertaining turns, this is the book. Another satisfying futuristic romance by Lara Santiago!

Reviewed by Steph at Bookaholics Romance Book Club

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Menagerie, September 10, 2008

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This review is from: Menagerie (Paperback)

Valerie Thornhill's day can't get any worse. First she wakes up and finds herself looking at a man who is blue. Then, Mr. Blue had the audacity to tell her that she has to have sex with five different men in order to save their lives. Valerie has been abducted by aliens. Taken to their world, she is told that for the duration of her time on the spaceship she is to service five men sexually for five years. If she decides not to have sex with the men who pick her, they could die. She figures she will make a schedule and go about her duties without emotion. She doesn't count on the fact that she will want and desire each individual man, and she should, equally. Therein lies Valerie's problem. One of the men has become more than a scheduled liaison -- he has become the man she loves.

Good heavens above Menagerie made me squirm! From beginning to end I wanted to BE Valerie. Each male in her harem was deserving of love and I found myself individually loving every one of them. Add in the plot twist at the end and my heart smiled for a story well told. Menagerie is unlike any alien book I have ever read and the heat is out of this world. I will read Menagerie over and over.

Talia

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprising Ending...Like Finding Out Darth Vader was really Luke's Father, October 26, 2008

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SocialReader "Voracious Reader" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Menagerie (Paperback)

Even though menage doesn't take me by surprise anymore -I've read so many erotic titles that I'm admittedly jaded, but Menagerie made this cynical soul sit up and take notice!

It was refreshing to see five males with five distinct personalities and ALL of them alpha! I cannot tell you how many MATE menage plots I've read and become turned off when one of the males comes off slightly beta or too sensitive.

Menagerie was nicely paced, the futuristic world well developed and the plot out of the norm. So much so that I couldn't put it down after cracking the first page...and thank goodness I didn't because I would have never guessed the surprising TWIST at the end. In my humble opinion it was like the time when I found out Darth Vader was really Luke's father!