Flying in Shadows by RT Wolfe

April 5, 2013 By 34 Comments

Cover_Flying In Shadows

Flying in Shadows by RT Wolfe
Publisher: Self
Genre: Contemporary, Suspense
Length: Full (313 pgs)
Heat: Spicy
Rated: 5 Stars
Review by Poppy

From the time she was a little girl, Rose Piper was sure of two things: she wanted to work with animals and she wanted to win the heart of her best friend, Andy Reed.

Now the most sought-after conservation biologist in the Northeast, she’s trying to convince herself that one out of two isn’t bad.

Andy spent most of his life following his dream of becoming a builder. Now a successful land developer, he has returned to Black Creek to win the girl he has loved since high-school and hurt too many times: Rose
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But efforts to keep their love together turn dangerous when a decades-old secret brings a murderer out of hiding, sending the pair running for their lives.

With stupendously good character building, RT Wolfe hooked me from the first line, completely invested me in Rose and Andy and made me love them so much, I couldn’t help but keep turning pages to find out what happened to them.

With a far heavier accent on romance than mystery, Flying in Shadows has turned out to be one of the best books I’ve read this year. The first half or so of the book is all about Rose and Andy growing up together. Sounds kind of dull, right? No at all. I hung on every word. Truthfully, I think the author could give classes on creating the kind of characters a reader will love so much, they’d be happy to read about them hanging wallpaper. When Rose is jealous, I felt jealous. When she and Andy kiss for the first time, I all but felt the caress. When hearts are broken, mine shattered right alongside them.

Though the book includes a murder right at the start, the mystery is layered in just a little here and there and doesn’t dominate until the last few chapters. And, though I chose to read this book because I’m a huge fan of romantic suspense, I didn’t feel at all cheated. In fact, I have every intention of going back to buy the first book by the author, Black Creek Burning, and am praying that the next book is about Duncan (it is, right, Ms. Wolfe? Please say yes… ). I’m such a fan, she’s an auto buy.

As mentioned, this is the second book in the series, and while I have a feeling I might have read about some characters from the first book, I didn’t feel as though I was missing anything. This book very easily stands alone.

So, if you like a book with strong, real, three dimensional characters, a completely enjoyable plot, a touch of mystery and a ton of heart, I highly recommend Flying in Shadows. I sincerely doubt you’ll be disappointed.

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Hotter Than Ever by Elle Kennedy

April 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment

HOTTER
Hotter Than Ever by Elle Kennedy
Publisher: Samhain Publishing
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Full length (340 pages)
Other: M/F, M/M, M/F/M, Menage, Anal Play
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Tulip

When you land in hot water, swim for safety—or let the fire burn.

Claire McKinley has just experienced every bride’s nightmare. The groom is a no-show, and now she must face five hundred guests alone. Furious and humiliated, Claire seeks help from the most unlikely candidate—her almost-brother-in-law, who promptly whisks her away to his apartment in San Diego, where she can recover her pride in peace and quiet.

Dylan Wade is no fan of Claire’s, but no way can he leave the jilted bride in her time of need. Bringing her home seems like a good idea—until he remembers his new roommate. Dylan’s relationship with Aidan is…complicated. And with Claire thrown into the mix, life becomes even more…complicated.

Claire is blindsided by her attraction not only to Dylan, but also to Aidan, a man she’s just met. Soon they’re caught up in an all-consuming sexual storm they can’t fight even if they wanted to. Yet Claire wonders if it can last, or if she’s just setting herself up for more heartache.

The title says it all with this book. Hotter Than Ever is definitely the best story yet in the sexy Out of Uniform series from Elle Kennedy. Claire is the jilted bride- left at the alter by her spineless fiance. Dylan is the best man- brother of the groom- left holding the bag of crap that is explaining his brother’s last minute change of heart. Aidan is the “other” guy:  Dylan’s lover and housemate. He’s a charismatic charmer with a hot body and a seductive gaze.
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Claire was stunned when her groom ran off minutes before their wedding. Even more shocking was his brother Dylan’s suggestion that she lick her wounds at his apartment in San Diego. The pair had a mutual animosity that was based on misconception. Claire is one of the few people who knows about the important secret Dylan is keeping about his intimate relationship with his housemate, Aidan.

Aidan is sexy as sin and intuitive as hell. Love and hate are kissing cousins…and he realizes way before Dylan or Claire that they are attracted to each other. That’s okay because he wants them both, and it’s not like he and his guy haven’t shared women before. It takes a few days, and a serious intervention from Aidan, before the bickering pair get to the root of their anger. It seems that people and situations aren’t always what they seem.

The trio began a relationship that was based on lust but it soon turned into something so much deeper. Then bam !!! Soon as they recognize the importance of what they’ve found…conflict starts hitting from all different directions. The triad get some serious flak with major fallout to deal with. You know I can’t tell you what happened. And don’t get me started about that low-down dirty fiance of Claire’s. Suffice it to say…that jerk was in serious need of a butt kicking.

The sexual tension between these three players was amazing. My favorite love scenes were the steamy M/M; Kennedy has a flair for putting on the smexy. The writer outdid herself on those fabulous oral scenes and amazing anal, but it was the way she put the emotions into them that put the story on a romantic level. Aidan had this thing about looking into Dylan’s eyes and holding his hand…it put a smile on my face and a gasp on my lips. The three-ways were just as strong. Splendidly erotic and perfectly choreographed. One on one action was spectacular, with each guy using his own perfect technique for seducing Claire. Kennedy had me panting right along with Claire, as Dylan and Aidan corrupted her with their seductive wiles.

This book had loads of goodness going on all over the place. A wonderful relationship grew between Claire and her men. They started out as a fling, then it grew into a romantic relationship with a close friendship. They looked for ways to be there for each other, and when they chose being together over everything else I felt that it was meant to be.

Then there was the close friendship between the SEAL friends and the easy acceptance that came with it. This brought an even deeper enjoyment to the story and I couldn’t get enough of it. In fact, I’m already thinking ahead to at least one more SEAL left to get his story. Hurry up, Ms. Kennedy, and introduce some new hot SEALs for me to drool over.

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Love Match by Regina Carlysle

April 4, 2013 By 2 Comments

LOVE
Love Match by Regina Carlysle
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave
Genre: Contemporary
Length: Short Story (45 pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Dogwood

Attending her college reunion is just the tonic Chloe Wells needs to bring a little spark to her life, but she never anticipated the pure, unadulterated, panty-drenching lust she experiences when bumping into the man she loved back in the day. Talk about fireworks! Talk about sizzle! She loved him once and he walked away. Her analytical mind says no to taking another chance, but her sex-starved body says yes, yes, yes!

The moment former tennis star Michael “Ace” Banner sees sweet, sexy Chloe again, he’s ready to serve up a weekend of hot sex and wicked seduction. His greatest regret was leaving her all those years ago, but now he’s ready to play for keeps. A rematch? Hell yeah. Winning is within reach—and the trophy is Chloe’s heart.

This is definitely not the first book by Ms. Carlysle that I have reviewed. Why? Quite simply because she is one of my favorite writers!

Regina Carlysle continues to amaze me with her imaginative tales and entertaining reads. Even the short tales that she spins are full of combustible sizzle and fun romance.  Ms. Carlysle will continue to reign as one of the number one “romance writing queens” where my kingdom of books reside.

Chloe Wells, widowed for two years is a single mother now. She decides to take some time for herself by attending her ten year college reunion and catching up with old friends. She finds her heart in a flutter however when one of those old friends turns out to be her ex-boyfriend and ex-tennis star Michael “Ace” Banner.

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One of my favorite type of romance stories are the ones where long-lost loves are finally reunited. This book definitely did not disappoint me!  I can honestly say that I will hold this story in my favorites folder as a “return to and re-read” when I need a quick reminder that love can be rediscovered.

I love the way that Ms Carlysle lays out the characters of her books. I got the full picture of the main love interest personalities by her wonderfully worded, detailed descriptions.

We have the hunky, tall and handsome ex-tennis star who is sweet and hot and still in love with Chloe. I fell in love with Ace right away because I could feel the chemistry described in this book right off the bat.

And then we have sweet Chloe who has faced some tough obstacles in life.  As a widowed, single mom with the insecurities one faces making their life all about their children, she finally takes a little time for herself to connect with old friends. She is strong yet vulnerable and I could not help but pull for her “happily-ever-after” from the very beginning of this tale.

This story flowed effortlessly and I found myself smiling throughout the book. If you are searching for a good story to warm the heart and stir the libido then I think this might just might be a story that you would enjoy as much as I did.

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Kira, Daughter of the Moon by Beth Trissel

April 2, 2013 By 15 Comments

KIRA
Kira, Daughter of the Moon by Beth Trissel
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Genre: Historical
Length: Full Length (336 pgs)
Heat Level: Spicy
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Poinsettia

Logan McCutcheon returns to colonial Virginia after seven years in the hands of Shawnee Indians. But was he really a captive, as everybody thinks? He looks and fights like a warrior, and seems eager to return to those he calls friends and family.

Kira McClure has waited for Logan all those years, passing herself off as odd to keep suitors at bay–and anyone else from getting too close. Now that he’s back, he seems to be the only person capable of protecting her from the advances of Josiah Campbell and accusations of witchcraft. And to defend the settlers against a well-organized band of murderous thieves.

Ms. Trissel has done it again!

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Kira is certainly a spirited young woman. She wants to live her life on her own term, but that proves to be much more difficult than she ever imagined. Logan is the only man Kira has ever loved and she is determined not to marry anyone else. Kira goes to extreme measures to ensure that no one else wants to marry her. While her odd way of behaving has successfully kept unwanted suitors away, it has also ensured that people have a hard time believing her when she is actually telling the truth.

Kira’s brash behavior frequently gets her into some interesting situations. I couldn’t help but laugh the first time that Logan and Kira meet. Kira is alone in the woods when she sees someone coming toward her. Before Kira realizes who Logan is, she makes an ill fated attempt to hide that had me smiling and shaking my head.

Logan is the perfect man for Kira, but he is also deeply conflicted. Logan claims that he belongs with the Shawnee, but it is very clear that he still harbors strong feelings for his old home and community. I have a feeling that Logan and Kira are going to face a very tough decision concerning where they are going to make their home. Logan has found a new family among the Shawnee, but Kira desperately wants him to reclaim his family’s old homestead. Will they ever find a place where they both truly belong?

I have been a fan of Ms. Trissel’s work for years. Kira, Daughter of the Moon completely lived up to every one of my expectations. I highly recommend this wonderfully written tale to anyone who loves historical romance.

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Candy Apple by Tielle St. Clare

March 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment

APPLE
Candy Apple by Tielle St. Clare
Red Panty Diaries, Book 3
Publisher: Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.
Genre: Contemporary, Paranormal
Length: Full Length (152 pages)
Other: M/F, Ménage, Spanking, Voyeurism
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Lotus

Tasha has heard the tale of the cursed wedding dress since she was young. Now it’s her turn. Unlike her friends, who somehow each ended up with two men, Tasha knows she’s destined for one man—someone a little bland and boring, no doubt, but she’s okay with that. She puts on the dress to prove her fiancé is that man only…the dress doesn’t respond to him.

However, it sure reacts to the sexy stranger in the elevator, leaving her standing there wearing nothing but candyapplered panties. One night of incredible sex leads her to believe the dress has done its job. Imagine her surprise when it responds to another man—a badboy firefighter and cousin to the man from the elevator.

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A dress that falls off when the wearer is near her true love??? That should save us from kissing lots of frogs during our search for Prince Charming!

Tasha thought the cursed wedding dress would prove that Jason was her true love, but it didn’t fall off which was what it should have done if he was the person she was meant to be with. She ran out of his apartment and into an elevator with Nathan, a guy from Jason’s office, when the dress fell off. Then it fell off again for someone she thought was Nathan. She is the owner of two bakeries, but Jason, a businessman, does not believe that she is smart enough to interact socially with his peers. What a jerk, I thought, and it was his loss since he didn’t see what an amazing person Tasha is.

Nathan is a straight-laced businessman, but that’s where his resemblance to Jason ends. Nathan has some quirkiness including a thing for bright, candy apple red things including his car and Tasha’s red panties. Nathan’s cousin, Kiah, is a macho firefighter who also falls for Tasha. The two of them have a sizzling, constant tug of war over Tasha, who does not mind sharing after her initial consternation when she realized that Kiah wasn’t Nathan.

I enjoyed reading about how Nathan, Kiah, and Tasha worked things out between themselves in Candy Apple. There’s a bit of exhibitionism that goes with the voyeurism, all part of a very hot read that I highly recommend. Ms. St. Clare kept my interest with her fast paced story that includes many sexy scenes that sent my heart rate soaring. May your search for true love go as well as Tasha’s!

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Desert Rice by Angela Scott

March 25, 2013 By 8 Comments

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Desert Rice by Angela Scott
Publisher: Evolved Publishing (206 pgs)
Genre: Contemporary, Young Adult
Length: Full
Age Recommendation: 16+
Rated: 5 Stars
Review by Poppy

Samantha Jean Haggert is a beautiful twelve-year-old girl, but no one knows it. All they see is an awkward boy in a baseball cap and baggy pants. Sam’s not thrilled with the idea of hiding her identity, but it’s all part of her brother’s plan to keep Sam safe from male attention and hidden from the law. 15-year-old Jacob will stop at nothing to protect his sister, including concealing the death of the one person who should have protected them in the first place–their mother.

Sam and Jacob try to outrun their past by stealing the family car and traveling from West Virginia to Arizona, but the adult world proves mighty difficult to navigate, especially for two kids on their own. Trusting adults has never been an option; no adult has ever given them a good reason. But when Sam meets “Jesus”–who smells an awful lot like a horse–in the park, life takes a different turn. He saved her once, and may be willing to save Sam and her brother again, if only they admit what took place that fateful day in West Virginia. The problem? Sam doesn’t remember, and Jacob isn’t talking.

Stunning. Disturbing. Touching.  Raw.

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They aren’t always the most endearing of people. They do things that are frustrating, dishonest, and heart-rending. But they always love each other, and they always determine to make a life for themselves. Jacob’s first and only real goal in life it to take care of his sister. As we learn the truth of what happened, we understand what drives him so frantically to keep her safe.

Sam doesn’t remember what happened to put them in the place where they are. And she’s remarkably typical for a girl her age, except that she’s dressing and acting as a teenaged boy. No punches are pulled in this book; there is language, graphic situations and more. Even something like Sam’s first period are described so clearly I was cramping up right there with her.

Thankfully, all is not bleak here. Eventually they meet a good-hearted man and his girlfriend who take them under their wings, but even that doesn’t go smoothly.

This isn’t a book for light reading. It’s one you will think about long after you finish and wonder if this is how it truly is for some kids out there. It’ll make you grateful for your rather normal life and will cause you to count your blessings, no matter how small.

Reading Desert Rice is a life-changing experience and I’m glad I was able to read it.

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Undone by Sara Humphreys

March 25, 2013 By 1 Comment

UNDONE
Undone by Sara Humphreys
The Amoveo Legend Series
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Genre: Action/Adventure, Contemporary, Paranormal
Length: Full Length (265 pgs)
Heat Level: Sensual
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Peppermint

She’s Far From Human…

With her secret race of shapeshifteres embroiled in civil war, all Marianna Coltari wants is to stay far from controversy. Even so, when her overprotective brother insists on hiring his human friend Pete as her bodyguard, Marianna is furious.

Does She Dare to Love One?

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Finally, an author has written a story about a shifter female finding a human mate. You find in so many paranormal stories a human female and a shifter male lead that I found it refreshing to see the opposite in this story. On top of that, the author found a way to have a strong shifter female without emasculating Pete, the hero in Undone. While it may be questionable at times on who can win physically, it is clear to me that Pete is every bit an alpha male even if he cannot turn into a ferocious bear.

Marianna is a character that I quickly fell in love with. She has a spice for life that you just don’t see in many stories. While she can certainly be a reckless party girl, she also bears a lot of weight on her shoulders from various places such as her Amoveo blood, family, friends, and enemies – whether they be forthcoming are hidden in the shadows. While at first I saw some of her behavior as reckless, as I learned more about her I discovered that she needs a way to let her hair down to keep from crumbling under all the pressure placed onto her. She also discovers that she can depend on Pete to help lift some of that burden as well.

Pete is an awesome man; he is the ultimate good guy. He clearly wants to make life better for those around him. It’s one of the attributes that made him a good cop previously and a good bodyguard/babysitter for Marianna. He has a way of seeing situations differently than the average human which makes him a true asset to the Amoveos and humans. One characteristic that I absolutely adore is his ability to push back. He never sees himself as weak especially when surrounded by preternatural beings, but instead analyses a situation and figures out how to make it work for him. This quality was truly enduring and makes me have a special appreciation for him.

I am a long time fan of this series and have truly enjoyed seeing the progression of not only the storyline but also the author’s ability. While all of the previous stories have been entertaining, I can see the progress that the author has made in finding a way to connect with her audience by painting a picture so clearly, it makes me forget the world around me. Many times I found myself so enthralled, that I had to shake my head just to jostle myself out of the Amoveo world and tend to the real world.

If you are not a follower of this series you can still enjoy Undone, though you may find certain areas unclear. I appreciate that the author does not go in too many summaries or explanations about characters and conflicts from previous stories. I have always found summaries tedious and downright boring. So some of the group or Amoveo conflicts, such as the counsel breaking up, may baffle a new reader, but Marianna and Pete’s romantic plot will keep anyone more than interested. Plus, if you have not read the series this will be a great time to pick up the previous books as well as this one and I assure you will not be disappointed.

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Shades of Blue by Richard C. White

March 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment

BLUE
Shades of Blue by Richard C. White
Publisher: Musa Publishing
Genre: Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Historical
Length: Short Story (20 pages)
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Astilbe

Caught between a demon and a devil.

One of these days, I’ll learn.

All I had to do was meet a ship and escort a lady to meet her new husband. That seemed simple enough. Maybe my luck was finally changing.

However, I knew my luck was holding steady when I learned about the Black Beast pursing her. Of course, I discovered that after we were on the road. What’s worse, to my surprise, I actually like Lady DuMond. Should I warn her about the fact Baron Charles Azul has a reputation as a lady killer, figuratively and literally?

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How do you outrun a beast that never gives up?

The unnamed narrator of this book certainly has his hands full! It’s difficult enough to travel on horseback over rough roads with a stranger when you’re not worried about her safety. He comes across as a man with little to no experience communicating with members of the opposite sex who come from his social class much less a noblewoman. I imagine that he’d much rather protect someone who doesn’t have such strong opinions about life.

Lady Daphne’s astute description of her impending arranged marriage made me instantly like her. She is understandably wary of marrying a stranger based on what he’s told her about his life in a letter before but is determined to give it her best shot. At times I wished I could view certain scenes from her point of view as she was such an intriguing character.As interesting as the narrator was I actually found myself spending more time wondering about Lady Daphne’s thoughts.

The metaphors were also quite memorable. The most vivid example of the care Mr. White took in painting unforgettable scenes involved a ship called The Alexander violently crashing into a dock in one of the first scenes. I shuddered in sympathy as he described the hull being torn apart by the terrible collision as if it was a living entity.

Despite clocking in at 20 pages Shades of Blue feels like a full length novel. I finished it wishing there could be more to this tale and hoping that Mr. White gives readers another opportunity to get to know these characters better in the future.

Shades of Blue is the perfect choice for anyone who loves surprises. I had a tentative theory about what might happen to Lady Daphne and the narrator early on but learning the truth was as entertaining as revising my predictions along the way!

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Indigo Rain by Taige Crenshaw

March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment

RAIN

Indigo Rain by Taige Crenshaw
Phoenix Intelligence Agency
Publisher: Total-E-Bound
Genre: Paranormal, Contemporary
Length: Short Story (87 pages)
Other: M/F
Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Fuchsia

When the legends of old are told, the life of humanity is tied to a book. And in the book is the resting place of the being that can herald Armageddon or our redemption…

Kalina Erutan does not save anyone. She is usually sent to eliminate the problems. The way she does it is by her own choosing. As an Assassin Agent for the Phoenix Intelligence Agency she lives by a special code of honour. The latest case she takes brings her face to face with her destiny, past and her possible future. Being an Amazonian Warrior she knows what is needed in any battle. Yet this time a wrong decision can mean the end of humanity and all the dimensions beyond.

Ryne Garon is known as the ghost. The most fearsome Assassin Agent until he left and became the co-division head of the tracker unit. His powers as a firebird have saved him and others. Yet when he is faced with the woman who is his destiny he loses all control. No one will stand in his way to claim Kalina Erutan as his own. Not even her aversion to his people. Them being paired together to find the most precious of artifacts that can bring on Armageddon tests all he believes and desires.

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Ryne Garon is known as ‘The Ghost’ who is legend among his former colleagues at the Phoenix Intelligence Agency. Only Kalina can come close to his skill which is tested when they are paired together to find and eliminate a threat.

Indigo Rain is the first book in the Phoenix Intelligence Agency series and it was by far one of the best stories to open the series with. The author, Taige Crenshaw, created a world that easily drew me into it and kept me prisoner until the very last page. I loved how the character of Kalina was no shrinking violet; she was strong and sure of her ability. Of course, she was Amazonian and that in itself screams strength and prowess. Ryne was a firebird and he was definitely an alpha male who challenged Kalina who was an alpha female. Their interaction was hot and exciting not just in the bed but outside of it as well. The humor and banter between the characters kept me waiting for more.

I also loved that the other female characters like Allure and her sister Harmony were also alphas, in fact all the female characters in this book were as kick ass as Kalina. These types of characters make for an enjoyable read because you as the reader never have a moment of boredom while immersed in their story. The other thing this reader enjoyed was the fact that Ryne would sit back and let Kalina take control, smiling as she handled any adversary she came up against, but always ready to step in at a moments notice if she was in need of help.

Taige Crenshaw created a paranormal world of Firebirds, Amazons, Seers, Vampires and Shadowers who all worked out of a building located on Wall Street in New York City, which I found amusing because she mixed fantasy with reality. Indigo Rain in my opinion is a must read and I look forward to book two in this series.

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Darius by Grace Burrowes

March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Darius by Grace Burrowes
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Genre: Historical
Length: Full Length (378 pages)
Heat Level: Spicy
Rating: 5 stars
Reviewed by Camellia

A story that breaks all the rules…

Darius is a gripping and remarkable tale of desperation, devotion, and redemption from award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes. Her gorgeous writing and lush Regency world will stay with you long after you turn the final page…

With his beloved sister tainted by scandal, his widowed brother shattered by grief , and his funds cut off, Darius Lindsey sees no option but to sell himself—body and soul. Until the day he encounters lovely, beguiling Lady Vivian Longstreet, whose tenderness and understanding wrap his soul in a grace he knows he’ll never deserve…

Negotiating for the creation of a child, time allotted, price, and after-the-fact requirements, make for page-turning, breathtaking reading. Darius is filled with startling events and clandestine agendas.

A beautiful man, an earl’s son no less, selling his ‘services’ is not the usual setup for a Regency romance. It gives pause, but compelling characters, exceptional plotting, and exquisite writing by Grace Burrowes lured me in and captivated me with a riveting, tangled love story that makes one believe that even the flawed and damaged can find redemption with the right incentive.

Darius Lindsey, in his determination to protect and take care of those he loves, engages in activities abhorrent to him. When a hush-hush proposition that can make him independent comes along, he breaks almost all of his ‘rules’ to honor his part of the agreement. What he gets in the bargain far surpasses all he ever hoped for. How Ms. Burrowes creates Darius to be sympatric and understandable makes him come alive. How he copes with extracting himself from his past relationships is amazing. Fighting fire with fire is not easy.
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At age twenty-five, Vivian Longstreet, quiet, compassionate, intelligent, and loyal, lives like an old woman tending her old and ailing husband, the Fourth Viscount Longstreet, William, who is good to and protective of Vivian but is still in love with his first wife, Muriel who is dead. William longs to be with Muriel again. But first he is determined to do right for Vivian and his family name.

Lord William Longstreet is a respected, shrewd politician and maneuvers and manipulates to be sure his heir holds on to the family title and properties. He knows his way around London Society and does what needs to be done to assure Vivian’s independence from a villainous ‘past’ step-father, Thurgood Ainsworthy, a shyster deluxe.

Seeing the metamorphosis of Vivian is like watching the gradual unfolding of a rose. Vivian blooms during the month she is a guest at Darius Lindsey’s home in Kent. Under his tutelage, she learns to dress beautifully, learns how to use her ‘woman weapons’ to get what she wants, and how to protect herself. But most of all she learns the joy, pleasure, and ecstasy of love with Darius who never fails to ‘take care’ of her. She also learns a sad fact. They must be ‘unacquainted’ when her sojourn in Kent is over.

Many of the secondary characters do not have the best interests of Darius and Vivian at heart. Blanche Cowell and Lucy Templeton that Darius deals with for money have ‘turned mean into a hobby’. How he free himself from their clutches creates some nail-biting moments. Thurgood Ainsworthy and his underhanded schemes or closely rivaled by those of Portia who is the wife of Lord Longstreet’s bastard son. Her plans to get her husband legitimized and to become lady of the manor are mind-boggling.

Of course, there are some characters that reach right out and touch the heart like John, Darius’ little relative that is in Darius’ care. It is not hard to see why Darius will go to any length to protect him. Gracie, Darius’ loyal housemaid and the other servants in his home give the reader a close look at Darius’ real personality.

Once I started reading this tale of redemption I didn’t want to put it down. It nurtures the deep belief that there is hope for all humanity even the ‘soiled’ bits and pieces of it. And the old saying that there is a little bit of good in the worst of us and a little bit of bad in the best of us (according to the mores of the society we live in) seems so true.

Grace Burrowes, just like in her Moreland series, enchants with love finding its way even if it has to navigate around a multitude of obstacles that get thrown in its path.

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