A Fashionable Indulgence A Society of Gentlemen Novel Society of Gentlemen Series Book 1 edition by KJ Charles Literature Fiction eBooks
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In the first novel of an explosive new series from K. J. Charles, a young gentleman and his elegant mentor fight for love in a world of wealth, power, and manipulation.
When he learns that he could be the heir to an unexpected fortune, Harry Vane rejects his past as a Radical fighting for government reform and sets about wooing his lovely cousin. But his heart is captured instead by the most beautiful, chic man he’s ever met the dandy tasked with instructing him in the manners and style of the ton. Harry’s new station demands conformity—and yet the one thing he desires is a taste of the wrong pair of lips.
After witnessing firsthand the horrors of Waterloo, Julius Norreys sought refuge behind the luxurious facade of the upper crust. Now he concerns himself exclusively with the cut of his coat and the quality of his boots. And yet his protégé is so unblemished by cynicism that he inspires the first flare of genuine desire Julius has felt in years. He cannot protect Harry from the worst excesses of society. But together they can withstand the high price of passion.
And look for the enticing Society of Gentlemen series by KJ Charles
THE RUIN OF GABRIEL ASHLEIGH | A FASHIONABLE INDULGENCE | A SEDITIOUS AFFAIR | A GENTLEMAN’S POSITION
Don’t miss any of the captivating Sins of the Cities novels
AN UNSEEN ATTRACTION | AN UNNATURAL VICE | AN UNSUITABLE HEIR
Praise for A Fashionable Indulgence
“If one Regency rake isn’t enough for you, check out A Fashionable Indulgence, a rollicking tale from the deft pen of K. J. Charles. I’ll read anything she writes!”—New York Times bestselling author Kate Pearce
“Charles has built a reputation for tight, enthralling plots.”—Publishers Weekly
“I will go out on a limb and say I enjoyed this more than the Magpie story. Gasp! Yes I said it.”—Reviews by Jessie Wave
“The kind of story that you want again and again.”—Love Bytes
“A wonderful start to a new series. Harry and Julius are so likable and incredibly sweet together.”—Joyfully Jay
“A Fashionable Indulgence has more than piqued my interest in all things A Society of Gentlemen has to offer and I am eagerly anticipating future installments. For now, allow me to give this latest 2015 favorite five-plus stars.”—Bookaholics Not-So-Anonymous
Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
A Fashionable Indulgence A Society of Gentlemen Novel Society of Gentlemen Series Book 1 edition by KJ Charles Literature Fiction eBooks
KJ Charles is an amazing author. I know this. Many people know this. It's a fact. I've just finished my 3rd time through The Magpie Lord series and also Jackdaw, which is one of my all time favorite stories. Read my review on that one!! However, after reading this one again, I find myself NOT caught up in the plot or story or much of anything. I find my mind wandering and I don't gravitate towards it like I did the other books. It's an adequate story with enough detail but it's strung together with M/M sex that goes on in WAY too much detail and for WAY too long!!! I know how gay sex works. Hell, I know how most sex works but if I wanted to read STROKE fiction, this wouldn't be it. WAY too much detail about WAY too many intimate details for me to enjoy. A hand goes here, a lip goes there and .... I know how it happens. I do. But I have to SKIM and SKIM and then I've missed a critical detail about something that was buried in PAGES and PAGES of sex ergonomics and then..... just stop, already. Apparently this is for a different crowd. I've read it twice and although the story is great and it's well written, it's NOT the type of story I want to read. Sometimes sex is best alluded to and not described in PAINSTAKING detail!! Read her other stories. The Magpie Lord series and Jackdaw are amazing novels. This one is of a different nature and for ME, that wasn't a great thing. Great writer, good story, not my scene. It's a 2.5 story that I upgraded to a 3 because of how well she writes. But she fails in content.Product details
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A Fashionable Indulgence A Society of Gentlemen Novel Society of Gentlemen Series Book 1 edition by KJ Charles Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
I wish I knew what to say about this book... and that about sums it up. I'm left with an "I don't know" kind of an attitude.
KJ Charles did a brilliant job capturing the feel of the era. That aspect is very well done and I appreciated and enjoyed that element of the storytelling. I liked the both the MCs and many of the side characters... I liked many of the elements of the plot... I never skimmed or felt bored...
On the other hand, I was never really all that emotionally invested. I did bond with the characters and I cared what happened to them, but... *shrugs* I never really ached. I never got butterflies. I never held my breath in anticipation or fear or excitement. I never felt YES! or NO! or PLEASE! It was easy to step away to do other things and I never felt anxious to get back to it.
3.5 stars. I usually round up, but to earn 4 or more stars from me, I need to feel depth of emotion. For me, that just didn't happen.
This is one of those stories that you need to stick with, because in the end you will appreciate it and the nuances and details. I really enjoyed this book, and I love KJ Charles' writing. Her ability to add layers of depth to the men she is writing about is stellar. Way above par in the industry. I was first introduced to her writing with The Magpie Lord--which quite frankly, everyone who enjoys MM fiction needs to read. Since then, I've been an utter fan.
This story is so completely different, yet equally wonderful. Since there are so many reviews to the plot of the book, I'll just give the overall of my reading experience. The growth of both of the male protagonists is slow to develop, making it that much more realistic. Harry fights against the ideals he was raised to believe, yet become entranced with the trappings of uppercrust London society. In all honest, isn't that the way life would really be? It's easy to eschew money and comfort to say you'd go back to living in poverty, but that is fiction, isn't it? That's easy writing. The growth and decisions Harry has to make for himself as well as the care he has for his lover, Julian, is what makes this book fantastic--because as a reader you can see how torn up you'd be making a decision like that for yourself.
If you are looking for a well-written book, with characters that take time to develop and figure their lives out, this book is for you. Enjoy... I know I did ;)
... or lull you into what would be a false sense of comfort.
Danger, fear, and violence – the potential for and realization of – are inescapable results of suppression. Something always gives way. This is true on societal and personal levels. This novel is an examination of both. It’s an examination of the many different forms of expression and decisions made while living a reality filled with these things. While trying to survive. While struggling to do more than just survive. While wanting to love and live as the person one is meant to be, especially when it doesn’t conform to the accepted norms. Poverty, inequality, and repression influence many a decision, especially when it’s between life and death, literally and emotionally. This is early nineteenth century England at its tony best and abject worst.
Shall we begin?
Right from the get-go, I liked Julius. He’s hyper aware of everything, extremely intelligent, doesn’t hesitate to share his biting wit, and is loyal to his friends. Despite all of this, he’s living a life partially blocked, partially broken.
~ * ~ Julius glanced down at his chest with some satisfaction. His waistcoat, in satin of a delicate pink hue shot with apricot streaks and embroidered with silver thread, was a masterpiece. It flattered his slim build, its dawn shades complemented his pale blond hair delightfully, and best of all, it caused almost physical distress to his friends. ~ * ~
Harry is intelligent, quick to thought and action, especially when involving those he cares about, and is so very exhausted from years of barely surviving. He might be smack dab in the middle of the protests against increasing inequality in early nineteenth century England, but that doesn’t fill your table or your belly, or afford him the truths within his heart.
Enter his cousin Richard.
~ * ~ Actually, I hoped you would do it.”
Julius blinked, startled. “I? Do what?”
Teach Harry how to comport himself. How to dress. Help him find his place.”
“Make your revolutionary into a gentleman? Bear-lead a radical cub? I?” ~ * ~
Little did any of them know where everything in this endeavor would lead.
There is a lot bubbling beneath Julius’s confident air. There’s even more below Harry’s widespread uncertainty. Neither should underestimate the other. The refreshing thing? Sometimes they don’t and the results are bright, entertaining, and meaningful. They both start to realize what’s really going on with each of them, in their individual lives and the one that maybe, possibly, they’re working towards together.
~ * ~ He (Harry) was, in fact, enjoying himself. And, God rot it, so was Julius. ~ * ~
This was probably the last moment when things remained simple, at least on the surface.
For as much as Harry and Julius are the centerpieces of this story, all of the supporting characters are just as well described and fully realized. Silas and Richard hold the power positions, if you will. While Francis, Ash, Dominic (his is a powerful place, as well, for different reasons), cousin Verona, Gideon (that Gideon *shakes fist*), Cyprian, Ballard, and so many others make up the moving pieces that bring this world to robust life.
Julius + Harry = complex, passionate, imperfect, humorous, and bone-deep needful connection.
~ * ~ ”I’ve spent the evening in the best clubs in the land, and nobody’s thought twice about. You’ve turned me into a gentleman. And I’m drunk, and I feel like celebrating in a bloody ungentlemanly sort of way.” ~ * ~
* Insert fake pout that morphs into a knowing leer here.
Look, the crux of it is this someone who was made to break free of the norm, who doesn’t fit the accepted positions within society, what do they do? What path do they choose? Can they draw a new one, digging that first step in the dirt towards an as yet unexplored way? Is it possible? And will those he’s come to count on and love be there with him, for him? Is it worth the price?
It’s surreal, amazing, and feels like a perfect fit when someone comes along and, not only reminds you of who you are but, begins to show you what else you can be.
~ * ~ But more, it was Harry. It was the sense that at last someone was at his shoulder again, on the inside. ~ * ~
Humor, love, mistakes, family, friendships, suffering, great injustice, death, murder, politics, surprises, anger, forgiveness, mayhem, and fun. All at the hands of KJ Charles’ writing. Surriusly? As if there’s a choice here. Read it! And if you are on the fence or don’t normally read historicals, forget that and read it! The detail is delicious, important without being overdone, and all used to paint a fully realized vision of this world.
Bonus at the end, there’s a scene from book two, A Seditious Affair. I’m already grinning.
KJ Charles is an amazing author. I know this. Many people know this. It's a fact. I've just finished my 3rd time through The Magpie Lord series and also Jackdaw, which is one of my all time favorite stories. Read my review on that one!! However, after reading this one again, I find myself NOT caught up in the plot or story or much of anything. I find my mind wandering and I don't gravitate towards it like I did the other books. It's an adequate story with enough detail but it's strung together with M/M sex that goes on in WAY too much detail and for WAY too long!!! I know how gay sex works. Hell, I know how most sex works but if I wanted to read STROKE fiction, this wouldn't be it. WAY too much detail about WAY too many intimate details for me to enjoy. A hand goes here, a lip goes there and .... I know how it happens. I do. But I have to SKIM and SKIM and then I've missed a critical detail about something that was buried in PAGES and PAGES of sex ergonomics and then..... just stop, already. Apparently this is for a different crowd. I've read it twice and although the story is great and it's well written, it's NOT the type of story I want to read. Sometimes sex is best alluded to and not described in PAINSTAKING detail!! Read her other stories. The Magpie Lord series and Jackdaw are amazing novels. This one is of a different nature and for ME, that wasn't a great thing. Great writer, good story, not my scene. It's a 2.5 story that I upgraded to a 3 because of how well she writes. But she fails in content.
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