Behind Closed Doors

by Alina Reyes

Book Overview

Behind Closed Doors is a novel in two halves, one presenting the adventures and perspectives of a woman, the other those of a man. The reader decides which gender role to play and which paths of the plot to pursue by choosing from a group of doors. Following the author's suggestions, the reader designs the architecture of this erotic hall of mirrors and is hypnotically drawn into a carnival of decadent delights.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802135056
• ISBN13: 9780802135056
• Release Date: June 1997
• Publisher: Grove Press
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

an interesting take on the 'choose your own adventure' style

I didn't think that this book was too cutesy...actually, the 'choose your own adventure' style made it more feel more approachable to me. I enjoyed reading both the section for men and for women and found it intriguing, sexy, and fun. I lent it to a friend who was turned off by the mention of anal sex in the book, but I think it is pretty tame as far as sex stories and erotica go. I got it off the bargain shelf and it was totally worth the $...I paid for it.

Choose your own (erotic) adventure

Alina Reyes has won the reputation of being a literary voice in erotic fiction. Her books are poetic and provocative at the same time. Having read The Butcher, I know that Reyes writes her sensuous stories with a touch of magical realism. She has done the same thing with Behind Closed Doors.This book is broken into two sections. It is shown from the female and male perspective. You enter the Kingdom of Eros -- a labyrinth of erotic adventures that you experience by choosing which door to enter. There is no real plot in this novel, except that there are lots of quirky symbolism in the chapters -- or rather, doors. I particularly enjoyed "The Man at the Window." I love its symbolic message. This is a great and entertaining book. You should not, however, take this book seriously. Despite the symbolism, Behind Closed Doors is meant to be a fun and sensuous read. Enjoy!

Great for sharing with someone.

My husband & I had 3 hours before our connecting flight left for our honeymoon. While checking the racks at the airport bookstore, I came across this very unique book. Hours have never passed so slowly, as we each took turns "opening doors" and discovering what turned the other on. Yes, so many parts of the book are cliche and just plain silly, but for us, it made it easier to read, laugh at and enjoy sharing with each other.