I can’t believe that the nicest book I have is chock full of smut!
I had read about Susie Bright’s X – The Erotic Treasury and it sounded really nice, but now that I have my hands on it, I am in awe. I mean, I have like a million books of erotica and not one of them is even a hardcover book. This beautiful book is housed in a slipcase with a die-cut X. The book itself is covered in red cloth with a gorgeous abstract flower pattern. I almost feel like I shouldn’t touch it, but books are for reading and this is one that you’ll really enjoy.
This book is incredibly attractive, but I’m old enough to know that looks aren’t everything. Not surprisingly, considering the editor, this collection is outstanding. The author’s list is a virtual who’s who of erotica and includes pieces from R. Gay, Carol Queen, Rachel Kramer Bussel, and Bright herself. You’ll find stories that make you laugh, test your boundaries and, most importantly, turn you on.
One story that really sticks out in my mind is Night Train by Martha Garvey. I always remember the stories I’m surprised by – that teach me something new about myself. This is a really short story about hot NYC public transportation sex. After being denied an invite home by his new acquaintance, Joe takes charge on the train and they both get exactly what they want and need. The description of the physical encounter (including handcuffs!) is hot, but the insight into their emotional states is what really makes this story great.
Susie Bright is one of those women I feel can do no wrong. I was inspired by her as a young woman’s studies major a decade ago and continue to be all these years later. Plus, I have to applaud any one who had a hand in creating On Our Backs, the first womens sex magazine.
Besides being an awesome collection of erotica, I see this tome from Chronicle Books as a tribute to Bright and all of the good work she has done. If this isn’t the perfect gift for anyone who loves to get lost in a sexy story, I don’t know what is.
