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Red Velvet

Red Velvet is a memoir in three parts by former call girl Lisa Lou.Lisa's memories are funny, poignant but above all, compassionate and we see the courtesan's life through a unique and frequently sardonic point of view.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 208 pages

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