I absolutely LOVED this book. It's my first from this author and I am now hooked. The book does have tons of sex but it also has so much more. I found myself emotionally invested in the characters and actually teary eyed at some parts.

I've already finished the next book this weekend and can't wait for the 3rd one. ( )

This book was amazing and it will definitely stick with me for a long time. The concept behind it was unique and quite frankly, genius. Riya is a young woman doing research for her website. This research isn't normal research though... She puts her body and emotions on the line. Heading to random guys houses and helping them overcome their fears is her goal. Each guy she visits, she leaves better off. She takes into consideration their deepest fantasies and makes them come true.



Let's talk about the guys...

Sean was my favorite. He was the sexy business man with a sexual side. The connection between him and Riya is undeniable and when they left one another my heart broke. He reminded her of her father though and I am sure that played a big part in her fixing him up with his assistant.



Victor was the awkward, shy country boy. He was a true momma's boy and Riya broke him out of his shell. She showed him that his body was just fine and she made him into a confident man.



Joshua brought fun and carefree energy to the book. Reading his chapter was edgy... The whole time I was like oh I shouldn't be into this, but I so am. The Author wrote it so you felt risqué and in the moment.



Lucas was a burley outdoors man. He was a true gentleman and I loved his chapter. Riya helped Lucas and his sons in a huge way.



Ricardo, the sexy police officer and Latin lover was a breath of fresh air. I loved the dancing and how he earned the love of his ex back. Riya really put herself out there for him. She sacrificed her body for him and showed a real care. Not to mention the motorcycle sex was hot!



Max & Micah doted all over Riya. They were kind, compassionate, and amazing lovers. They tended to her wants and needs and treated her like a queen. Let's be real here... Every girl dreams of living this scenario.



Bobby was psycho and strung out. I was glad to see the suspense he brought to the book, but he is one messed up male.





I was surprised and a tad upset by who Riya ended up with... but I do not blame her one bit.



This book took me on a ride of emotions. I laughed, cried, and felt as if I were living in Riya's shoes. I recommend this read to everyone looking for a book with a unique, sexy storyline. ( )

WOO this book was STEAMY!

Ok, that said... What a strange and crazy trip! Riya had more balls than I would ever had, and more fun too, I bet! Though I'm not unhappy with the way the book ended, I was sure hoping it would go a different way. *sigh*

I am really becoming a big fan of Shayne. I like that her books are hot, fun and (at times) heartbreaking all at once. ( )

the barter system is about a woman named riya who embarks on a research project that requires her to except applications from men who are willing to let her stay with them and have sex with them. after spending time with each man she discovers more about her sexuality and ends up leaving abit of her heart with each of them.
it is a good story written well, has alot of sex in it, love and laughs it is a heart wrencher in places and may make you cry a little.it did me.
each of the characters pull you in and make you want to keep reading. after reading this i was sad that it ended but glad the way it had. good read for anyone who likes abit of erotica. ( )