WET
Ruth Clampett
Genre: Adult Romance
Release Date: September 8, 2015
Hi Everyone! My name is Paul and I’m a recovering sex addict…
Paul McNeill loves sex. Good sex. Bad sex. Oral sex. Any kind of sex. You name it; he loves it. But Paul’s biggest passion is his greatest flaw. As a recovering sex addict, he’s been abstaining and managing his addiction for over two years. Now, all he wants is to fall in love and find that certain someone he can settle down with.
But when he finds himself on his knees on Elle Jacoby’s damp lawn, he knows there’s going to be trouble. Elle quickly becomes Paul’s biggest challenge yet. She’s instantly set him ablaze while he begs to be hosed down. As he gets to know her more, the flames burn even hotter.
How can he resist a hot divorcee who’s amped up to have all the fun she’s missed?
Stand-alone story-no cliffhangers. Warning: for mature audiences only.
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This book was not at all what I expected and it blew every expectation out of the water. Another author recommended this book to me and warned me that it was not going to be what I thought it would be. I took that warning very lightly and basically disregarded it. As I began to read this book, I was captivated by such a well written and intriguing story. What I expected never happened and instead this story takes something interesting and gives it authenticity, character, and depth of feeling. Wet is a story about a recovering sex addict and a woman who is looking for physical affirmation and relationship, wherever she can get it and whenever the mood strikes. These two are quite opposite on the spectrum of sex and it was fascinating to watch them interact and strike up an unlikely friendship.
Paul was wonderful. This man had lived a life that almost destroyed him and he made a desperately needed change. There is still a struggle to fall into old habits but he has the will to be more and he is well on that road to a new life of control. I love how this story toes the line of what is acceptable and learning to define to whom it is acceptable. Paul is strong, stronger than he himself realizes, and when he is put to the test, we see his true character. I have never really read a story about a sex addict. I have always been hesitant for some reason. Ruth does an incredible job of humanizing Paul and his struggle but also showing the reader that he is more that his addiction. Yes, it is a part of his life but it does not control it. The constant push and pull was well balanced and eye opening. I love who Paul is and the transformation and confidence he has in this story.
Elle is hilarious. This woman has no off switch and is unapologetically who she is. Sure, sometimes her actions reflect a deeper pain and hurt. But she learns to embrace who she is in every way, creating a fascinating woman that can be understood and admired. Her sex drive is off the charts, both in regards to her need and her reaction to what has happened. Elle’s actions make complete sense. At first you think she is just a horny divorcee, but as you learn more about who she is, you understand her motivations. She has been run through the mud and she needs the confidence that owning her sexuality provides. I loved watching her learn the balance and her identity as her own person.
The relationship between these two is spot on. As I read this book, I found myself thinking that there is so much talk of sex but not nearly as much action as I had anticipated. I honestly wonder at what my expectations were when starting this story. I guess I thought it would be overrun with sex and the needs to fulfill the urge and so on. But instead there is a sexual tension you can feel as you read and talk about sexual needs but overall it was really clean in comparison to what I was expecting. This once again proves that you should not judge a book by it’s cover or synopsis. The chemistry is incredible between Paul and Elle. Their friendship is foundational to who they are and what they need. These two enter into a relationship emotionally without realizing they have crossed that line. I loved seeing how they fell in love with each other, never anticipating the outcome of what was happening.
Wet is an amazing story. It has everything that makes a great book. There is passion, humor, intrigue, and a fabulous story line. The characters are well developed and real. They are flawed and dealing with their issues but there is change, hope, and an inevitable peace with who they are. The romance is beautiful, transforming from a friendship into something real and lasting. Ruth is a fabulous author, one who is able to share a story that is equal parts realistic and hoped for. I am excited to dive into more from Ruth Clampett and fall in love with her other stories. Don’t miss out on Wet. It will surprise you and make you smile.