Eloisa James writes historical romance novels with a contemporary perspective on sex . Rating: What was considered fun to read in the 1980s is n't necessarily considered fun to read now , and thus the bodice-rippers of the '80s went the way of that decade 's aggressive shoulder pads and crumpled leg warmers . 3.0 `` Bodice-rippers '' : 1980s romance novels where lusty males tore women 's blouses .
Eloisa James writes historical romance novels with a contemporary perspective on sex . Rating: 3.0 `` Bodice-rippers '' : 1980s romance novels where lusty males tore women 's blouses .