It’s October, which means the spooky season has begun! To get you in the mood, I am matching up some of your favourite monstrous characters with a hot romance.

Dracula

Is your favourite monster a bloodsucking vampire? Then I would recommend Bride by Ali Hazelwood. This hot and horny romance follows a dangerous alliance between Vampyres and Weres (aka werewolves) in the form of a political marriage. Misery Lark finds herself forced into marriage to the Were Alpha, Lowe Moreland, but was this peacekeeping alliance doomed from the start? Bride is the perfect read for lovers of biting and knotting, as well as readers who enjoy a bit of political intrigue with their smutty romances.

Frankenstein’s Monster

Are you a Frankenstein fan? Well, if you find a man-made monster enticing, then I would recommend Bad Guy by Ruby Dixon. This science fiction romance follows a clone built to be the fiercest of gladiators, but Crulden doesn’t want to win fights; he wants to claim the human slave who cleans his cell. But Mina wants her freedom, so what is a bad guy to do? This romance has a twisted male love interest and a good mix of smut and bloodshed. 

Ghostface

Do you prefer your love interests to stalk you in the night and chase you through the woods whilst also maintaining a quirky sense of humour? Then Navessa Allen’s Lights Out is perfect for you. Aly has a thing for masked men, but when her favourite thirst trap maker, The Faceless Man, posts a video from inside her house, she has to decide just how far her kink goes. This book is equal parts witty and steamy. I especially recommend the audiobook.

Jason

Lastly, for our slasher fans who love a bit of violence with their smut. I recommend Wicked Pursuit by Katee Robert. This novel is inspired by the fairytale Red Riding Hood, and follows Ruby, a mob princess who lives life dangerously, but what is she to do when she acquires a stalker who will kill anyone who touches what is his? This novel is very short on plot but full of smut! 

You can find all of this week’s recommendations on online retailers like Booktopia or Amazon. And if my recommendations have left you thirsting for some monstrous roleplay, you can find the stunning escorts available this week here.

Novelty sex toys can be lots of fun, and the most common kind are rose-shaped clitoral stimulators. But are they as good as they look? Well, I’ve tested one and here are my thoughts!

Aesthetics

This is where rose toys get top marks. They are so cute to look at! The design is simple and elegant. They are pretty easy to clean, as they are usually made from silicone, and the top section is often removable so you can reach all the nooks and crannies. You can even buy versions now that have a ‘stem’ which works as a G-spot stimulator or have egg vibrators attached (these don’t look as nice, in my opinion).

Size

The size of the rose toy is another bonus! They are quite small, so fit nicely in your hands and are easy to store. Also, most versions come with at least two different sizes for the head to fit different types of clits. So if you travel a lot or are short on space, this would be a great toy for you.

Stimulation

Now this is where the rose toy falls behind. For a newbie to clitoral stimulators, this would be great. I’ve found the vibrations to be pretty light to medium, so it still feels nice but isn’t super overwhelming. They are also very easy to use, with only a couple of buttons, and once you turn it on, you can just move it around your clitoris until you find the perfect spot for you. You can also use the vibrations to tease other parts of your body or those of your partner. However, if you have used other stimulators and often use higher settings, this might not work for you. 

Overall, rose toys are a great first toy and a really good choice if you are looking for something small and compact. You can find a range of rose toys on online retailers such as Lovehoney or Amazon. If you would like to try out your new rose toy with great company, you can see all the escorts available this week here.

Are you a gamer looking to spice up your sex life? Well, we have done some digging and worked out which video games are the best to play when your partner tries to distract you. There’s nothing worse than almost defeating a tough enemy only to lose concentration as your partner moves their mouth or hands in that way that makes your toes curl. So here are Harlots’s hot game recommendations

First-Person Shooters

Our first recommendation is first-person shooters like Call of Duty & Halo. The campaigns for these games aren’t usually very challenging, so it’s not a huge problem if you get a little distracted, but they are pretty violent, which may kill the mood. If you are an exhibitionist, you may enjoy playing in online multiplayer and hiding your pleasure. Just make sure you have your mic set to push-to-talk so you don’t scar an unsuspecting stranger.

Metroidvanias

Next up are Metroidvanias. Metroidvanias are action-adventure games that are non-linear and require you to obtain certain tools or abilities to unlock new areas or overcome obstacles. The term Metroidvania comes from two games that use these core ideas, Metroid and Castlevania. My preferred metroidvania is Hollow Knight. These games are usually more challenging than a first-person shooter, so require more concentration during certain puzzles or challenging fights but when just traversing the world, you can just sit back, relax and let yourself enjoy what your partner is doing to you.

Roguelites

If you are worried about the consequences of dying in your video game, then roguelites might work for you. Roguelites are RPGs that are often dungeon crawls, where you collect benefits on each run. When you die, these benefits can be used to permanently upgrade your abilities or items. This way, if you get too distracted in the throes of passion, you won’t completely destroy your progress. My personal favourites are Hades and Hades II, which are both fun and have hot character art. 

Simulations

Lastly, for our cozy gamers, I’d recommend simulation games. Farming sims are usually pretty relaxed, and if you get distracted, you’ll only lose a day in-game and maybe a small amount of resources. My favourite farming sims are Stardew Valley and Coral Island. Otherwise, you could try a dating sim to get you in the mood. These are usually point-and-click adventures, or if not, have very few time-sensitive tasks, so if you lose yourself to your partner’s machinations, it’s not going to ruin your dating chances. A big bonus of dating sims is also the hot artwork that will definitely help set the mood. My top two dating sims are Date Everything and Dream Daddy. 

Most of the games I’ve discussed can be found on Steam or on the PlayStation and Xbox stores. If you would like to test your concentration, come on down to Harlots!