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TouchStone for play (Story of Us Trilogy Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Sydney Jamesson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 444 ratings
USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR - AMAZON #1 LITERARY ROMANCE, SUSPENSE

Separated by Time. United by Fate. Saved by Love...

Charismatic and sexy Ayden Stone is a multi-talented media mogul by day and playboy by night, seducing and discarding women, seeking only sexual pleasure without commitment. He is looking for the love of his life, but is settling for stand-ins—then Fate intervenes.

A chance meeting with shy school teacher Elizabeth Parker triggers a passionate reaction in him that he cannot explain. Unable to help himself, he is drawn to her by a kind of gravitational force. Up close, he recognises her charm and beauty and is consumed by the idea that they have met before.

Unschooled in the art of seduction, Elizabeth begins her journey of sexual awakening, allowing Ayden to steer her towards deep and dangerous waters, unaware of their fateful connection.

With great passion comes heartbreak, threatening their relationship and testing its limits. A dangerous figure from Elizabeth’s past returns, desperate to take back what is 'his'.

Elizabeth Parker is about to be found, but will she be bound by her destiny or by her demon…

The Story of Us is an epic story of love, loss and redemption. A modern day fairy-tale full of passion, unspeakable secrets and suspense.

Note: These books have been written by an English author and, as such, some spellings and some grammatical structures may seem unusual or incorrect to American readers.

148,000 words of seduction and suspense.
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" I was captivated from the very beginning. 5 Crazy Ass Stars!!" - Crazy Daisy Book Whore

"Beautiful twist for a modern day fairytale! One beautifully put together love story that will have you trying to turn the pages long after it is finished." - Renee Entress's Book Blog

"It is writing at its best, it sings to you like a song." - Books and Beyond Fifty Shades

"5 Hot and Sexy Stars!!! I FLOVED this book from beginning to end. Ayden totally ranks in my top book boyfriend list." ~ Book Babes and Boyfriends

"A Love Story Like No Other! Sydney Jamesson has hooked this reader and I can't wait for more!" - An Open Book Blog

"I give this novel FIVE stars and HIGHLY recommend to anyone who loves a beautiful fairy tale but with a whole lot of heat!" - Kez's Korner

"What a ride!Just wow! The story of Ayden and Elizabeth is a beautiful emotional roller coaster." - Amazon Reviewer

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Sydney Jamesson is an English teacher by day and bestselling author of romance by night. She is nocturnal by nature and loves nothing more than staying up late, listening to music and being inspired to write. She has always scribbled things down; in her home is one enormous waste paper basket full of discarded phrases, opening lines and pieces of dialogue that have hit her like lightning in the middle of the night or whilst parked up at a set of traffic lights. Her bestselling trilogy, The Story of Us is available worldwide, and she's thrilled to continue Ayden Stone and Beth Parker's epic love story in The Story of Us Series: Into the Blue.#1 Amazon Romance, Suspense
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00CW6FNXO
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ S J Publishing; 2nd edition (January 4, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 4, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.1 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 413 pages
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Sydney Jamesson is a USA Today bestselling author by night and an English teacher by day. She is nocturnal by nature and loves nothing more than staying up late, listening to music and being inspired to write. She has always written creatively; in her home is one enormous wastepaper basket full of discarded phrases, opening lines and pieces of dialogue that have hit her like lightning in the middle of the night. Her USA Today bestselling trilogy, THE STORY OF US sold worldwide, and she has been thrilled to continue Ayden Stone's and Beth Parker's epic love story in The Story of Us Series: Into the Blue, featuring Blue Genes, Blue Hearts and Blue Moon.

More recently, Sydney has focused on psychological suspense. THE DARKEST CORNERS was her first venture into the new genre: a complex love story filled with lots of angst, emotional scenes and edge of your seat suspense as a single father and a troubled young woman confront their deepest, darkest fears together. The twists come thick and fast and the ending is unforgettable!

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Interested in the foreign rights for Sydney's books? You can contact her via sjpublishing@virginmedia.com

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Customers praise the story for its suspenseful plot and passionate love story. They find the book easy to read and well worth their time. The writing quality is praised as beautiful and well-crafted. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and the use of multiple character perspectives. They enjoy the steamy scenes and emotional content, which often moves them to tears or laughter.

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60 customers mention "Story quality"49 positive11 negative

Customers find the story engaging with a suspenseful plot and passionate love story. They describe it as a beautiful fairy tale with steamy scenes that grip their hearts. The book has a good plot and strong secondary characters.

"...This romance/erotica novel captures my attention right from the start, engages me throughout, and leaves me wanting/needing TouchStone for Giving...." Read more

"...The use of mild BDSM as their love relationship intensifies is incredibly erotic, yet unique because of the qualities of each well-developed..." Read more

"...and engaging characters, and a gripping plot, with some unpredictable twists, which is further developed in books 2 and 3, which are also great reads..." Read more

"I really wanted to like this story. It had a good plot and strong secondary characters, but it was so very predictable, unrealistic and boring...." Read more

42 customers mention "Readability"42 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it an engaging story that keeps their interest throughout. The book is described as a good, intense read that is worth purchasing.

"...TouchStone for Play is such a compelling and successful story thanks to Ms. Jamesson's lyrical and articulate writing...." Read more

"...twists, which is further developed in books 2 and 3, which are also great reads. Well worth reading if you enjoy this type of novel." Read more

"What a fantastic 5 star read!! I love this story. This book moved me to tears many times, laughter at other times...." Read more

"...stars are strictly for Sydney Jamesson's writing style because it is excellent. I will give Sydeny credit where it's due...." Read more

31 customers mention "Writing quality"28 positive3 negative

Customers find the book well-written with descriptive love scenes and sex scenes. They appreciate the author's ability to tell the story with her amazing storytelling skills. The book is an easy read with interesting and engaging characters.

"...The story is beautifully written, [sex] scenes are descriptively and beautifully crafted, and the plot is intricately laid...." Read more

"...The love scenes in TSFP are very descriptive and realistic, but are also very tender and powerful...." Read more

"First installment of an intense, erotic romance. Well written, well developed, interesting and engaging characters, and a gripping plot, with some..." Read more

"...Ms. Jamesson is a wonderful writer. She develops her characters with such detail and emotion...." Read more

29 customers mention "Character development"26 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the well-developed characters and appreciate the story being told from three different points of view. They find the characters strong, solid, and relatable. The portrayal of motivation and emotion within the characters is appreciated.

"...The portrayal of motivation and emotion within the characters, as well as the chemistry the author develops between them, should capture the reader..." Read more

"...Well written, well developed, interesting and engaging characters, and a gripping plot, with some unpredictable twists, which is further developed..." Read more

"I really wanted to like this story. It had a good plot and strong secondary characters, but it was so very predictable, unrealistic and boring...." Read more

"...She brings the characters and scenery to life. Ayden and Elizabeth seem to be real people that the reader can identify with...." Read more

10 customers mention "Emotional content"7 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the emotional content of the book. They find the story moving, with moments of laughter and tears. The characters are described as intense yet tender, with a soft, vulnerable side.

"...scenes in TSFP are very descriptive and realistic, but are also very tender and powerful...." Read more

"...She develops her characters with such detail and emotion.I could picture exactly what they were wearing, the exact location they were at...." Read more

"...The introductory book to their story is emotional, explosive and will leave you holding your breath in anticipation of where the story is going next." Read more

"...and the end had the same affect as the beginning but this time it was traumatic, I could feel the fear that Elizabeth is feeling when she comes face..." Read more

10 customers mention "Steamy content"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content in the book. They say the scenes are romantic and follow intense sex scenes.

"...resolve and move past their pasts, which often precede or follow hot and steamy sex. The mild BDSM only intensifies the very hot and sexy scenes...." Read more

"...Delicious hot and steamy scenes!!!..." Read more

"Steaming hot, romantic, a fantasy of a love story that is sure to sweep you away...." Read more

"...The sex scenes are sensual and steamy with mild BDSM...." Read more

6 customers mention "Talent"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the author's writing talent evident. They appreciate the mystery stories with intelligent characters like Dan as a villain and Beth as an intelligent, educated woman with a good mind.

"...Beth is an intelligent, educated, and beautiful woman with a mind of her own...." Read more

"...I recommend TSFP without reservation. It reveals the raw talent of an independent, self-published author with incredible potential...." Read more

"...Sydney Jamesson is a gifted author who paints with words and phrases so if one reads carefully, one picks up "bread crumbs" that will guide the..." Read more

"...The storytelling was done well and the author definitely has talent, but I didn't feel drawn to either of the main characters...." Read more

15 customers mention "Pacing"9 positive6 negative

Customers have different views on the pacing. Some find it engaging and relaxing, with vivid imagery that awakens their senses. Others feel the book drags on and is hard to keep up with.

".../erotica novel captures my attention right from the start, engages me throughout, and leaves me wanting/needing TouchStone for Giving...." Read more

"I really don't get all the four and five star reviews. This book was so freaking slow!..." Read more

"...Their love is fast and furious and very sexy. But there are dark parts of their past that may rip them apart...." Read more

"...and I may go on to read the rest of the series, but I felt a little bit like it dragged and I was skimming parts...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT book, beautifully crafted
    Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2014
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    TouchStone for Play is the first book in the Story of Us Trilogy by Sydney Jamesson. It is a masterfully crafted story that expertly balances love, lust, romance, and suspense. The novel tells the story of an English grammar school teacher Beth Parker and a powerful CEO Ayden Stone. The intense attraction between the two characters is evident right away in the book and carries throughout the story.

    Beth is an intelligent, educated, and beautiful woman with a mind of her own. She articulates and communicates through words and through her eclectic collection of music. She is level-headed and mature, which makes her very real and relatable to me. Ayden is a successful CEO of an international media corporation who is self-assured, assertive, and sexy. What I enjoy most about Ayden is how multi-dimensional he is. Throughout the story, we witness both his powerful CEO self as well as a vulnerable man lost and confused at how to approach his relationship with Beth. Ayden Stone expresses his point of view throughout the story and slowly reveals his character. Ayden is not afraid to show his vulnerability when it comes to Beth and his love for her.

    Beth and Ayden each has their own past that complicates the development of their relationship. But what's amazing about the story is watching them help each other resolve and move past their pasts, which often precede or follow hot and steamy sex. The mild BDSM only intensifies the very hot and sexy scenes. But the passion and love they have for each other will melt your heart!

    TouchStone for Play also has a villain that always lurks in the dark with a very sinister motive. What special about the novel is how Ms. Jamesson includes this shadowy figure by writing in his POV. She skillfully brings him to life with her descriptive writings and it really chilled my bones when I was reading Dan's thoughts, which really shows how dangerous and crazy Dan Rizler is.

    TouchStone for Play is such a compelling and successful story thanks to Ms. Jamesson's lyrical and articulate writing. The story is beautifully written, [sex] scenes are descriptively and beautifully crafted, and the plot is intricately laid. I just really enjoy how the story flows and speaks to me. I can SEE the story play out in front of me, which doesn't happen very often for me. I was swooned by Ayden's charm right away and Sydney has said Henry Cavill was her inspiration for Ayden Stone, so how can you NOT be?! After reading this book, Ayden Stone will be one of your favorite Book Boyfriends! I promise!
    This romance/erotica novel captures my attention right from the start, engages me throughout, and leaves me wanting/needing TouchStone for Giving. I highly recommend this book to everyone! And I definitely suggest listening to Beth and Ayden's music along while reading. It will enhance your reading experience! It did for me!
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  • Paula Radell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love and Fear in London
    Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2013
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    We all know that most contemporary romance stories have common elements, and it's often tempting to compare one with another. However, what makes a novel (or a series) truly stand out is how each author builds the story and its characters. The portrayal of motivation and emotion within the characters, as well as the chemistry the author develops between them, should capture the reader within the first few pages. TouchStone for Play, by indie author Sydney Jamesson, captured me in the first few paragraphs and held me until its cliffhanger ending. What a ride.

    TouchStone for Play takes place in London, where Elizabeth Parker, a schoolteacher, encounters Ayden Stone, a media mogul, when he is invited to the school as a speaker. Their attraction is immediate, and the relationship takes off like lightening. However, each character is hiding something from the other. For Elizabeth, it's a college trauma that sent her into hiding. For Ayden, it's his driving need to control everything and everyone, with a history of ruthless disregard for other human beings. Ayden takes pride in playing games, in business and in pleasure, viewing his associates as commodities or pawns. Of course, he has had a difficult past that makes him who he is; but the author doesn't focus on that. Instead she brings these two disparate individuals together, then carefully reveals the effects that their secrets have on who they are and how they handle their feelings for each other.

    Love and fear are never far apart in TSFP. The love between Ayden and Elizabeth is sudden, deep, passionate and literally life changing for them both. The fear - and the incredible suspense - comes from two sources. One is the villain, Dan, a stalker from the past who methodically formulates a terrifying plan to make Elizabeth his own. Ayden is also more than capable of eliciting fear, because although he is deeply in love with Elizabeth, there is inherent danger that manifests itself in abrupt mood swings, flashes of temper, and a relentless struggle for absolute control.

    The love scenes in TSFP are very descriptive and realistic, but are also very tender and powerful. The use of mild BDSM as their love relationship intensifies is incredibly erotic, yet unique because of the qualities of each well-developed character. Their exchange of the dominant & submissive roles reveals not only the strength within Ayden and Elizabeth; but also their willingness to allow themselves to be vulnerable, and to trust each other completely in their most intimate moments. This exchange of power, as beautifully described by Ms. Jamesson, is utterly breath taking.

    I found Touchstone for Play to be unique and absolutely riveting. The author's use of two points of view to distinguish the merging story lines is brilliant. The suspense introduced in the story by Dan, the villain, terrified me to the point that occasionally I had to put the book down and walk away. As much as I wanted to keep reading, the sheer terror of that evolving scenario, took me right to the edge of my wits. But each time, I was so captured by the love story that I couldn't stay away. That's powerful writing.

    I recommend TSFP without reservation. It reveals the raw talent of an independent, self-published author with incredible potential. I can't wait for the sequels. I'm not sure that three books will be enough Ayden Stone for me.
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  • Luccia Gray
    4.0 out of 5 stars First installment of an intense erotic romance.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2017
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    First installment of an intense, erotic romance. Well written, well developed, interesting and engaging characters, and a gripping plot, with some unpredictable twists, which is further developed in books 2 and 3, which are also great reads. Well worth reading if you enjoy this type of novel.
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  • Anne P
    3.0 out of 5 stars I really wanted to like it....
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2017
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    I really wanted to like this story. It had a good plot and strong secondary characters, but it was so very predictable, unrealistic and boring. Even with what I'm sure was supposed to be a cliffhanger at the end, I have no desire to download and read the next book. I'm sure I can tell you exactly how it goes without reading it.
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  • Nicola_1202
    5.0 out of 5 stars The start of a series with real potential
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2013
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    I thought I'd give this a go after Sydney Jamesson followed me on Twitter. I try not to have pre-conceived ideas, but I can't help it and was expecting a book that was in a similar vain to many others out there; rich sexy man, quiet inexperienced lady, man is a dominant, lady bows to his every whim. Wrong! Well sort of! Ultimately, it's a love story of how two people can change each other's lives. Yes there are dominant and submissive elements, but we aren't talking paddles and whips here and there are some very surprising character traits...

    I would peg Ayden Stone as a cross between Gabriel Emerson and Gideon Cross (and that's no hardship). He's rich, powerful and sexy, has a reputation to go with it and knows what he wants and goes for it. But there is much more to him and once you start to peel back his layers you discover a complex man who you want to love, cuddle and do many other things with. Elizabeth comes across as the quiet studious teacher, happy to blend into her surroundings but she just needs the right person to help her blossom. I liked her very much, she's realistic, strong-willed and full of surprises.

    Throughout the book you get to know them and understand them in great detail, although I don't doubt there is much more. The way they use music throughout as a way of expressing their feelings makes you think and brings a lovely element. It's passionate, intimate, sensual, touching and erotic but alongside their journey runs a deeper storyline with potentially dreadful consequences. Dan Rizler made my skin crawl. It's a well-written captivating first offering and I can't wait to see where Sydney takes their story next. Definitely one to read.
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  • Belle Brooks
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book is amazing. With its fairytale feel and its classical structure
    Reviewed in Australia on December 12, 2015
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    OMG...Where to start?
    I truly don't know what to say.
    This book is amazing. With its fairytale feel and its classical structure. The words...oh my, the words. The way this author writes is insane. She has you feeling like you are in the room with these characters completely apart of their world, (A fly on the wall). She captures you immediately and makes you fall in love with these characters, it is so refreshing. Elizabeth or Beth and Ayden How I love you two.
    I also love the story within the story this book offers. Twists and turns keep coming and keep you on the edge of your seat. So suspenseful... So perfect.
    The end left my mouth wide open...You just can't end a book like that. But this author did and lucky for me the next book is already out so I dove into that immediately.
    I give this book - a fireworks display - massive 5. Thanks for such an amazing book.
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  • Amazon customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sydney.Jamesson...'for play'...wonderful!'
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2014
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    TouchStone 'for play' book #1 (The Story of Us) by Sydney Jamesson, is an eloquent and sensitively written book, which exudes quality. It follows the attraction and subsequent relationship of a couple from very different backgrounds, both of whom, harbour personal insecurities from their past. `for play', is a romantic love story, between Ayden and Elizabeth. The powerful, confident,media magnet, Ayden, becomes distracted by affairs the heart; from his organised world, by the unassuming Elizabeth. Elizabeth is a relatively reserved English teacher, who has led a sheltered existence in recent years.
    Sensitively written, Ms.Jamesson has utilised her command of language and creative writing, without being overly dramatic, to capture the essence of the imperfections, thoughts and feelings of all of the characters in the book. Ayden and Elizabeth personalities develop during the book capturing their strengths, weaknesses, imperfections and insecurities perfectly for the reader.
    The dialogue between the couple is realistic,humane and funny at times. I loved Ayden's ability to self depreciate in his personal life, for all his power in his pubic one.
    The humorous thoughts, and insightful observations of Beth, made me laugh out loud several times. In my humble opinion, the pitch of language and dialogue between the characters has been pitched perfectly, and I am looking forward to reading `for giving' book two of the trilogy. Hats off to you Ms.Jamesson. TouchStone for play 2: 1 (The Story of Us Trilogy)
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  • Minime
    4.0 out of 5 stars Wem's gefällt...
    Reviewed in Germany on August 24, 2013
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    Okay..schon einmal vorneweg...Die Geschichte ist ziemlich vorhersehbar. Reicher Held, natürlich höllisch gutaussehend, verfällt Heldin, die in der Vergangenheit bereits einiges einstecken musste. Aber wenn man diese "Art" von Büchern mag, dann wird man hier nicht enttäuscht. Meines Erachtens passiert alles ein wenig zu schnell, aber dieser Ayden Stone.....mhhh.....einfach zum anbeißen.... *schmacht*..;)
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  • Margaret Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesomely unusual and thought provoking series.
    Reviewed in Australia on May 23, 2016
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    This was the most fascinating story. It evoked so many emotions. I laughed, cried, groaned and chewed my lips to bits. The concept was devastating and the story written so well. Rivetting reading indeed. Unusual to the max. Highly recommended series.
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