Current Titles
UK Apr 08/US May 08
Portia Da Costa is the undisputed queen of page-turning erotic romances that sizzle with red-hot passion, nail-biting drama and sheer heartstopping emotional intensity! Gothic Heat is a terrific paranormal tale by a supremely talented writer who never disappoints! ~ Julie Bonello, Sensual Ecataromance
"This erotic romance by Ms. Da Costa is one of the best I have ever had the pleasure to read and I am looking forward to reading many more by her!" ~ Regina Paul, Coffee Time Romance
"Filled with an awesome storyline, remarkable characters and some of the most erotic scenes I've ever read, GOTHIC HEAT is my Blue Ribbon favorite of the year!" ~ Amanda Haffery, Romance Junkies
UK Apr 08/US May 08
A fantastic, totally hot read, that I am more than happy to recommend to fellow erotic romance readers. You do not want to miss this one! ~ Regina Paul, Coffee Time Romance
"... more pleasure than you could ever imagine! I've become addicted!" ~ Amanda Haffery, Romance Junkies
Shocking and arousing, GEMINI HEAT heats up the pages in ways you wouldn’t believe. ~ Kate Garrabrant, RRTErotic
25 February 08
contains The Retreat
Portia Da Costa has a deserved reputation for blending erotica and romance into stories that are subtly sensitive and seriously sexy. THE RETREAT is another shining example of her ability to combine sensitivity and sexual excitement with a narrative that is superbly compelling. ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
"THE RETREAT is a wonderful story of blossoming desires." ~ Melissa Kammer, NovelTalk
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Ebook from Total-E-Bound
UK May 08/US Jul 08
contains ILL MET BY MOONLIGHT
"sexy, lusty, juicy, and splendid with color" ~ Dee, Night Owl Romance Reviews
"a pretty amusing - if silly - sex romp that will most likely fit the bill if you are looking for something naughty to read" ~ Mrs Giggles
Night Owl Romance Award 2007 - Second Place
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Recent Print Titles
"With her usual strength of character, sense of fun, and powerfully passionate prose, Portia Da Costa shows us that even the lifeless hearts of the undead can still beat with the stirrings of romance." ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
"Hotbed is a perfect showcase for Portia Da Costa’s inestimable talent." ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
"...this deliciously seductive story...is hard to put down" ~ Romantic Times, 4½ Stars
"a cheeky and very lovely read" ~ Madelynne Ellis, bestselling author of A Gentleman's Wager
"Suite Seventeen contains all Portia's trademark treats from the arousing narrative, a wicked blend of deviant episodes, and an undercurrent of pragmatic and poignant romance." ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
The wonderful Portia Da Costa always writes about characters who are quintessentially English and uncompromisingly realistic and "Glint" is no exception. This story of a young English couple, a quiet seaside beach and a daring, deviant escapade, shows that the typical British summer does have a lot to offer. ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
Recent Ebook Titles
"Object of Desire is like a dream come true and Portia Da Costa is the dream weaver." ~ Jambrea, Joyfully Reviewed
"I like this, I really do." ~ Mrs Giggles
"This story was a quick, steamy little read, and I enjoyed it! Megan's voice is quirky and realistic-I enjoyed being inside her head, experiencing her confusion and increasingly lustful desires." ~ Rhonda Stapleton, Romance Divas Reviews
Other Titles
Portia da Costa is a master at writing spicy, titillating tales about strong women and their men. GOTHIC BLUE is a great paranormal read for those looking for something different in this popular genre. ~ Lacey, Romance Junkies
"Gothic Blue is a spellbinding read that kidnaps and heaves the reader down a rabbit hole and doesn’t let you up for air. It is drugging, mesmerizing and very, very good." ~ Gwen Hayes – Romance Divas Reviews
"Continuum is an intelligent, articulate foray into an erotic world lurking just beneath our civilised society." ~ Ashley Lister, Erotica Readers and Writers Association
Winner of Best Lesbian Sex Scene in the Scarlet Awards 2007
"...witty engaging narrative... strong characters and description so vivid the scenes rise three dimensionally from the page..." ~ Ashley Lister, the Erotica Readers and Writers Association
"Portia da Costa's Entertaining Mr. Stone is a very funny erotic novel... Imagine Kafka in a good mood letting his hair (or pants) down. A great naughty read." ~ Janet Mullany, Risky Regencies Blog
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