Just don't be put off by the prologue, which is a little confusing at first--it will all make sense as you keep reading. The author creates a richly built fantasy world. Rain is both king of the fey and soul-linked to the tairen (powerful winged cats). His people (both the fey and the tairen) are dying. To save them, he must find his truemate, the one woman meant for him. I would characterize this book as both epic fantasy and paranormal romance. Just so you know, the story doesn't end at the end of the book. It continues in "Lady of Light and Shadows." (I get the sense that the two were originally meant as one book, but were published separately to keep the page-length more manageable. Each book is about 400 pages. But I love a long, page-turner of a book that gives me my money's worth, which these do.) Now that I've fallen in love with Rain and Elly and their world, I can't wait to read more. According to blurb at the end of "Lady of Light and Shadows" two more books are due out later this year. I can't wait. (I say again, I can't wait. Alas, I must.) If you gobble up books like I do and love fantasy romance, then you won't be disappointed here.

I am so grateful this wonderful historical writer decided to try her hand at writing contmeporary romace. This is her second, a sequel of sorts to her first. It was amazing!!!! Emotionally wrenching, incredibly hot, and moments of tenderness so sweet it'll make your heart ache. I adore this book and author!!!

Finally! Romantic Suspense with real romance! It's become so rare these days.

When my fifteen year old niece handed me this book and said "you'll like it", I had my my doubts. This book had an amazing message to send to teenage girls, it lets them know that they are not alone no matter how much it feels like they are. It hopefully sends across the message that there are always people willing to lesten, if they are willing to talk. Which is something everyone needs to hear (especially young girls, right?). Not only did Ms. Dessen manage to send this message in a heartfelt manner, she gave the story the closest thing to an HEA I have seen in a YA novel.

Has anyone put these books on the pedestal yet? I absolutely love them. Love, love, love them. Yes, I am gushing. And yes, they are about werewolves and vampires and the fae, which is so very popular in romance right now that it's hard to distinguish one series from another. But this series stands out from the others. The books center around Mercedes Thompson who is a walker (a Native American magical being that can shift into a coyote). I love reading such a strong female lead. In many ways she is an outsider: She works a nontraditional female job (she is an auto mechanic) and was raised by werewolves (there are no other walkers that she knows of). This makes her a great observer (the books are written in the first person). Her status also means she is nonaligned and able to interact freely among the various supernatural communities (a good setup for sequels). There are three books so far: "Moon Called," "Blood Bound," and "Iron Kissed." (I love this series so much that when "Iron Kissed" was published, I reread the first two books first.) There is also a related story, "Alpha and Omega," in the anthology "On the Prowl," which is about a secondary character from "Moon Called." (Charles's story continues in "Cry Wolf," which is due out later this year. I can't wait to read it.) The author, Patricia Briggs, really does her research for these books, and as a reader, I appreciate that so very much. From all I've read, she really gets the nature and biology of wolves and the historical folklore correct. So far, and very important, the momentum and storytelling have been sustained in each book. The author has not slacked off or gotten complacent in the plot, characters, or writing. That also makes me want to keep reading this series, I hope she keeps it up. One final note: With such a crossover of romance and SF/F these days, I don't know in which section of the bookstore these books get shelved, but if you love romance and find them in SF/F, don't discount them (and fantasy readers don't discount them if you find them in the romance section). They are worth a read (and even a reread).

Okay, I know. I raised the last Argeneau book, too. But this one topped it. All I can say was it was the absolute perfect wrap-up of the three-month book trio. I was surprised by the twists and who the villain turned out to be. No spoilers from me, though. Just loved this book! I highly recommend the whole series. Very entertaining.

She has created a world that is so complex and compelling that I cannot stay away! I tired because as a Christian I wanted to repulsed by the idea of an angel falling in love with a demon in the first book, but the story line was so intriguing I kept coming back. So I read the second book, I just fininshed the third and I am madly in love with this series, I could not put this book down! HOORAY FOR MELJEAN BROOK!

I almost didn't buy the book because of the "traditional" barechested cover. Glad I did; one of the best historicals I've read. It's keeper.

This is so unusual for me. I never read menage books and rarely ebooks, but this one was a lovely surprise. It was hot and romantic both. The love between Ross and Suni is sweet and real. Plus I couldn't resist a story with a hot firefighter!

I've now read Jacob and Gideon by Jaquelyn Frank and they are quite good. They are a look at Demons from the other side.

This is the only book I've read this year that I raised, maybe I'm getting harder to please. This was such a fun book. It centers around Elvi, who was changed to an Immortal (their preferred title since they aren't really vampire-like). She knows nothing about it except what she has "learned" from the vampire books and movies she and friends have watched. The whole town is in on her secret and friends even advertise to try and find her some "vamp" friends, which is a huge no-no in the immortal world. Enforcer Victor is sent to investigate and what follows is a wonderfully fun romantic tale of friendship. LOL funny at times and very touching, you won't be sorry to pick up this book. But read the entire Argeneau series. They are all well worth your time.

Wow. Just wow. I'm not usually super into paranormal romances, but these have been keepers for me, and I'm eagerly awaiting #4 (or 4.5, I guess...) I'm sucked into the world, the drama of good-vs-evil-vs-"it's complicated". I like how she can write strong male and female leads, who are strong without stomping all over each other, and the falling-in-love is not just an afterthought like so many authors today. Well done!

It's one of the best books I've read this year. A hero to die for and a heroine you can respect. Even if you didn't like her prior book, CLAIMING THE COURTESAN (though I loved it as well), I encourage readers to give this one a try. Dark, compelling, and ultimately satisfying.

Jules has been one of favorite characters in the Troubleshooters series since he was first introduced way back when. I'm so glad he got his HEA. While his story did reel into the sappy at times and I did feel I was being preached at a little, but maybe we need it. I loved Jules and Robin together. Thank you Suz!

During a recent bout of the flu and during recovery I reresd her Heart series and the Summoning Series. I highly recommend this author to anyone who likes fantasy and romance combined.

This is a good first novel by a new historical author - looking forward to the next book.

Whether you're hurling a book or raising it to the pedestal, I always find great honest suggestions and opinions -- either to read a book or to avoid it like the plague. On these pages, I have discovered new books and authors thanks to your pedestal raising suggestions. And I have had my opinion validated when others have thrown a book I hated faster than a major league pitcher. So thanks to all of you. We may not always agree, but I appreciate your candor. You certainly deserve the pedestal.

Oops, I meant to type "with all", not "with out"!

Thank you for not being boring! With out the paranormals saturating the market, I know that, whether I like it or not, at least the series is never dull....Ward doesn't just focus on a)finding the eternal love or b) killing interchangeable enemies....there is an actual world building, characters, a genuine story that's got me hooked like I'm a drug addict...in fact, I actually don't like the female that is going to be Phury's mate, but am I going to pick the book up the moment it drops? yes! Cheers to all!

I got an ARC of this book to review and really loved it. I think its a highly original, dark & sexy story! What do you get when you take… one-month-old Rivka apprentice to Satan’s right hand, and owner of a curse that will cause her to turn Wraith, Paige Darlington. a Shadow Warrior, who’s also Satan Jr.’s most favorite assassin, Jed Buchanan… The most wicked, sexy, hilarious roller-coaster ride to hell and back! It's kind of like Abbott & Costello meets Dark Shadows! place...try it, you'll like it! I sure did.

This is one of the hottest books I've read. I wasn't sure about the threesome aspect, but this writer pulled it off. Yumm on the Hero too!

The author is Shana Abe and this was a wonderful love story about dragon shapeshifters. How cool is that? The descriptions of the dragons flying and fighting are fabulous.

This is one of the best historicals I've read in ages. Jo Goodman writes so well, and the dialogue between her characters seems true to the age but fascinating to our own. The mystery of the plot is good,kept me guessing,and I finished it feeling I had read more than "just" a romance.

Imagine a sexy Spock-like emotionless man, a former Psy elite soldier and assasin with extraordinary paranormal abilities. Because of his training he feels pain every time he touches or feels for the heroine. But he does it anyway because he can't help himself, even though he could die. There you have the most exquisite of conflicts. I loved this book. I'd have to say it's my favorite of the series, and since they are all so strong, that says alot.

Borders had it out early, yippee! I think this is my favorite of the 3. It's the "libertine gets nursed by country mounse" theme but so much more! Great relationship between Lucy and Simon, and Lucy is laser-sharp not TSTL. The conflict is a really, really good one, and quite real for that time when duels were deadly. I will say no more, just get this book!