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For a series called the Virgin King series it was quite erotic. The first book with features the prince of Egypt, Cesarean, he wasn't very virginal. For the entirety of the book Caesarion was pretty hard up for sex, his body was burning for it. He was ashamed of what it meant for him and his social standing. Not to mention what his bodily fluids did to his bed partners. He had a harem even if he never was penetrated. He lusts after his childhood friend and personal guard Aidan but is kind of in a situation where he can't and won't voice what he really wants.

When war comes to his door and his mother is otherwise occupied. He is advised to flee but rejects it in favor of trying to get troops together to save the city. When he's told he is viewed unfavorable by the citizens Caesarion decided to ventures out to find out more about why the citizen sees him as unworthy. He takes Adrian with him. During his little outing he is almost raped. Things quickly progress from there since this is such a short read. The enemy shows up, Caesarion needs a vassal, and the enemy marches into the city of Alexandria.

The story has four parts or chapters but for such a short read it wasn't rushed and didn't really skimp on details. Readers get to know Caesarion, his plight with his own body, the desperation and desires he feels (both with his body and with the situation with his kingdom). Along with his feelings readers also get to see a little of Aidan's feeling and what he desires.

The non consensual sex or rape can be a problem for some so if that turns you off you might want to skip this read. But if you don't mind it, do give it a read it was pretty interesting.

A free copy was provided to me in exchange for an honest review.