“The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty” by Anne Rice is a dark and erotic retelling of the classic fairy tale that follows the awakening of the Sleeping Beauty princess. Narrated by the talented actress and voiceover artist, Katherine Kellgren, the audiobook immerses the listener into a world of BDSM, submission, and sexual awakening that is not for the faint of heart.
The story picks up where the original fairy tale ends, with Prince Charming kissing Sleeping Beauty and breaking the curse that has kept her in a deep slumber. However, instead of waking up to her happy ending, Sleeping Beauty is whisked away to a kingdom ruled by the sadistic Queen Eleanor, who has a taste for sexual dominance and a desire to train Sleeping Beauty in the ways of submission. What follows is a journey of sexual exploration and self-discovery, as Sleeping Beauty is stripped of her identity and given a new name – Beauty – before being subjected to the Queen’s twisted games. She is trained to serve and pleasure her new masters and mistresses, both male and female, and pushed to her limits with each encounter.
Despite the controversial and explicit content, Rice’s writing style is captivating and immersive, and Kellgren’s narration enhances the experience even further. She delivers the sensual and erotic scenes with a breathy and sultry tone, bringing the characters and their desires to life in a way that is both alluring and unsettling. At its core, “The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty” is a story about power dynamics, consent, and the exploration of one’s sexuality. It is a book that challenges societal norms and conventions, and is not for everyone. The BDSM themes and explicit scenes may be triggering or uncomfortable for some readers, but for those who enjoy erotic fiction and dark fairy tales, this audiobook is a must-listen.
In conclusion, “The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty” is a daring and provocative retelling of the classic fairy tale that explores themes of power, submission, and sexuality in a way that is both unsettling and alluring. The narration by Katherine Kellgren is superb, and her delivery of the sensual and erotic scenes is sure to leave a lasting impression on listeners. If you’re looking for a boundary-pushing and immersive erotic fiction, this audiobook is definitely worth checking out.
