Ripe for Pleasure: League of Second Sons #1    by Isobel Carr Order:  USA  Can Forever, 2011 (2011) Paperback     Reviewed by Wanda Plourde Renowned courtesan Viola Whedon has left the business to write her memoirs. She is a seductress who believes herself incapable of being seduced. But London Lords do not want Viola's memoirs published, and she needs protection. Leonidas Vaughn steps in, on the basis that he be allowed to pleasure her. He wants Viola to beg for his touch, but finds it a lot tougher than he expected. He finds Viola beautiful and refreshing. Leonidas believes that there is a hidden treasure, a prince's ransom for the taking, in the house where Viola lives. He needs to charm his way into her life and her bed, but finds that he cannot resist her. The arrangement is more than he can handle, filled with pleasure and excitement that fulfills his every fantasy. His heart seems to be beating faster than normal, and he finds himself falling more in love every day. Who will protect him? Sexy heat steams from these pages, making you want to turn them slowly and purposefully. I liked the characters, who blended well together (okay more than blended!) If you love romance you will enjoy this saucy little book. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Romance books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews