(Hardcover in Dustjacket) Chosen for their escapism, indulgence and pursuit of the erotic, these stories explore the sensual and sexual yearnings of a woman who is sexy, provocative, and strong-minded—even if she keeps it under cover. In typical Agent Provocateur style, sex is brought out of the bedroom and paraded brazenly in front of us in a way that we cannot avoid it—nor do we want to. Themes explored range from “Ritual” a portrayal of illicit passion, through “Afraid of the Dark”, a tale of strange erotic experiences in a dark room with a willing onlooker, to an unexpected threesome in New York in “The Lecture”, to a frank confession of sex in a crowded bar in “Control”. A heady blend of fantasy and reality they are chosen for their literary merit and their erotic content—and most importantly—for their ability to turn on men and women. “Chicer than chick lit, classier than black lace…sexy short stories bound to steam up your bedroom windows.” (Stella magazine). “It’s as if the authors have eavesdropped on our own private confessions, plumbing the depths of our deepest, darkest, sexiest secrets. A red hot melange of erotica – with really good writing – married to sensuality and fantasy.”V