A Little Burlesque
Sapphic secrets abound at the little burlesque house by the sea, and it'll take more than slippery fingers to bring them to the surface. In A Little Burlesque, Madame Mireille's ocean-side parlour, Les Trois Dames Jouissantes, is one of the last houses holding to the tenets of classic burlesque. They specialize in raunchy comedy sketches, undulating fan dances, chorus lines and, of course, the striptease. In post-war Maritimes, Madame's burlesque house enjoys notoriety thanks to an all-female cast combining the smart with the sensual. It was this reputation that attracted the troupe's two newest members. Ginger the saucy redhead has been around the block a few times. She might come on strong, but she's a master of the comedy striptease. Orchid is young, new to the stage, and embodies all that is innocent--or so she'd have you believe! This print edition also includes the short sequel, Burlesque Beauties. When Orchid catches Petra performing in a saucy burlesque show, all those leering eyes bring out the jealous beast in her. What could possibly heal the rift? If Petra joins her by the seaside, will Orchid realize there are certain gifts burlesque beauties only give each other? Historical lesbian romance with an erotic edge.
About This Book
A Little Burlesque is a fiction romance novel by Giselle Renarde, first published in 2015 by CreateSpace. It runs 182 pages. Readers can expect forced proximity; scorching heat; a emotional and cozy tone.
At a glance
- Genre
- Fiction
- Trope
- Workplace Romance
- Heat
- Scorching
- Mood
- Emotional
- Published
- 2015
- Length
- 182 pages
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- In a post-war coastal town, an all-female burlesque house becomes a stage for hidden desires and sensual awakening.
- Fans of historical sapphic romance
- Readers who enjoy burlesque and performance art
- Sensual
- Features Workplace Romance
This may not be ideal if…
- Readers seeking 'clean' or 'closed door' romance
- Readers looking for high-fantasy settings
- Short length may limit depth of world-building
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Erotic Romance
Pairing: F/F
Power balance: Dynamic
Age gap: Ginger is described as having been 'around the block' while Orchid is 'young' and 'new to the stage'
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Moderate comfort, high tension, moderate humor, and a satisfying emotional payoff.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Very high
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
May not suit
Recommended audience: Adult
Content Guidance
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of the post-war Maritimes, A Little Burlesque follows the lives of the performers at a notorious all-female burlesque parlour. While Ginger brings experience and sharp wit to the stage, the seemingly innocent Orchid hides secrets of her own. As they perform their raunchy comedy and fan dances, the lines between their stage personas and their private lives begin to blur, leading to unexpected connections and a test of their loyalties.
Central Conflict
Navigating the tension between public performance and private identity within the high-stakes environment of a professional burlesque troupe.
Setting
A seaside burlesque house (Les Trois Dames Jouissantes) in the post-war Maritimes, Canada.
Themes
Strengths
- Unique historical setting in the Maritimes
- Strong focus on the artistry of burlesque
- Sensual and evocative writing
Consider before reading
- Short length may limit depth of world-building
- Post-war setting details may be subtle
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Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
Which theme — Tipping the Velvet — resonated most strongly with you, and why?
- 3
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 4
Did the emotional payoff feel earned by the story's buildup?
- 5
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 6
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 7
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 8
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
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- Last reviewed:
- August 30, 2026
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- CreateSpace
- Published
- 2015
- Length
- 182 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781508787709
- ISBN-10
- 1508787700
A Little Burlesque: quick answers
- Who wrote A Little Burlesque?
- A Little Burlesque was written by Giselle Renarde.
- When was A Little Burlesque published?
- A Little Burlesque was first published in 2015 by CreateSpace.
- What genre is A Little Burlesque?
- A Little Burlesque is a fiction romance novel, with forced proximity.
- How many pages is A Little Burlesque?
- A Little Burlesque is 182 pages long.
- How spicy is A Little Burlesque?
- EIKNA rates A Little Burlesque as scorching heat.
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