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Lingus

by Mariana Zapata · 356 pages · Published April 2014
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3.83 / 5 across 25K ratings
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ (4/5)

A funny, steamy Adult contemporary romance built around porn star hero, nerdy heroine, unlikely pair. 356 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Funny. Steamy. Fun.

Funny Steamy Fun

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Content notes

Sexual Content
Porn Star Hero
Nerdy Heroine
Unlikely Pair
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
70%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
4/5
Core elements
Genre
Contemporary Romance
Comedy
Moods
Funny
Steamy
Fun
Key Tropes
Porn Star Hero
Nerdy Heroine
Unlikely Pair
Ending
Satisfying
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How spicy is Lingus?

Spicy (4/5) — explicit content is a significant part of the story.

Who would enjoy Lingus?

Readers who love funny and steamy stories with porn star hero and nerdy heroine. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is Lingus?

A funny, steamy Adult contemporary romance built around porn star hero, nerdy heroine, unlikely pair. 356 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for Lingus?

Content notes include: sexual content. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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