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- Title: ‘Friends’ – ‘Mastering the Virgin’ Part One: A BDSM Ménage Erotic Romance
- Author: Simone Leigh
- Narrator: Brian Meslar
- Length: 01:30:28
- Version: Abridged
- Release Date: 02/05/2019
- Publisher: Findaway Voices
- Genre: Erotica, Modern
- ISBN13: 9.78E+12
There’s something about a good audiobook that feels like a companion on a long road trip—like a voice whispering secrets as the miles slip by. I’ve listened to tales of love, loss, and liberation in the most unexpected places: beneath the star-strewn skies of the Atacama Desert, where García Márquez’s magical realism danced with the surreal dunes, or on a weathered porch in Oaxaca, where a grandmother’s voice wove stories into the twilight. So when I stumbled upon ‘Friends’ – ‘Mastering the Virgin’ Part One: A BDSM Ménage Erotic Romance by Simone Leigh, narrated by Brian Meslar, I was ready for a journey—though I’ll admit, I wasn’t quite prepared for where this one would take me.
Picture this: two friends, James and Michael, bachelors roaming the neon-lit wilds of the club scene. James, a Dom with a commanding presence, and Michael, a lover of women in all their complexity, form an unlikely duo. Their carefree existence shifts when James is offered a provocative chance—to buy a virgin. It’s the kind of premise that sounds like it could veer into cheap thrills, but Leigh spins it into something more: a tale of power, desire, and the tangled dance of human connection. The audiobook experience, clocking in at a brisk yet immersive listen, unfolds like a late-night confession shared over mezcal in a dimly lit bar.
This story hit me on a personal level, stirring memories of my own travels. I remember a night in Lisbon, sipping ginjinha with a local who told me about a love affair that blurred the lines between freedom and possession. His voice had that same raw, unguarded quality I found in Leigh’s characters—people who wear their desires like badges, unafraid to chase what sets their souls ablaze. Listening to ‘Mastering the Virgin,’ I couldn’t help but think of those fleeting, electric moments when you meet someone who shifts your orbit, when the air crackles with possibility. Leigh captures that sensation perfectly, her prose dripping with heat and intention.
The themes here are bold—BDSM and ménage aren’t just window dressing; they’re the pulse of the story. James’s dominance isn’t a caricature but a carefully drawn trait, rooted in control and care, while Michael’s charm balances the dynamic with a playful edge. The virgin, Charlotte, isn’t a passive figure either; she’s a spark waiting to ignite, her journey just beginning in this first installment. It’s erotica, yes, but it’s modern erotica—unapologetic, layered, and emotionally charged. Leigh doesn’t shy away from the explicit; she dives in, painting scenes you can almost feel—the brush of leather, the heat of skin, the weight of a gaze. For mature listeners, it’s a feast of sensation, though it’s not for the faint of heart.
Now, let’s talk about Brian Meslar’s narration, because an audiobook experience lives or dies by its voice. Meslar brings a gravelly warmth to the tale, like a seasoned storyteller leaning in close. His pacing is spot-on, letting the tension build without rushing the intimate moments. You can hear the shift when James takes charge—Meslar’s tone deepens, authoritative yet smooth—or when Michael’s flirtations lighten the mood with a hint of mischief. It reminds me of that Oaxacan grandmother, the way she’d pause just long enough to let a story breathe, drawing you deeper. The audio quality is crisp, no distractions, just pure immersion. And here’s a perk: this audiobook’s available free through some platforms, making it an easy entry into Leigh’s sultry world.
That said, it’s not flawless. The brevity—about an hour—left me hungry for more, which is both a strength and a tease. Part One sets the stage but doesn’t fully resolve, a deliberate hook for the series that might frustrate listeners craving closure. And while Meslar’s narration shines, there were moments I wished for a touch more distinction between characters’ voices—James and Michael blur together at times, their dialogue relying heavily on context rather than vocal shift. Still, these are minor quibbles in an otherwise captivating listen.
How does it stack up? Think of it as a spicier cousin to something like Tiffany Reisz’s ‘The Siren,’ where power dynamics and sensuality reign, though Leigh’s focus on ménage adds a unique twist. It’s less introspective than Reisz, more visceral—like a shot of tequila versus a slow-sipped wine. For fans of modern erotica, it’s a must-listen, though it sidesteps the philosophical depth of, say, Anaïs Nin’s work in favor of raw, immediate pleasure.
I’d recommend this to anyone who’s ever felt the pull of forbidden desire—or who just loves a damn good story told with guts. It’s perfect for a solo drive through winding roads or a quiet night when you want to lose yourself in something bold. For me, it’s a reminder of why I chase stories: they take you places you’d never dare go alone.
Reflecting on it now, ‘Mastering the Virgin’ feels like one of those hidden histories I love unearthing on the road—a tale that’s both personal and universal, whispered in the dark. It’s not just about the BDSM or the ménage; it’s about what happens when people dare to rewrite their own rules. And isn’t that what travel, and life, is all about?
Until the next tale calls us down the road, Marcus
Marcus Rivera
