SHADES OF DARK. Linnea Sinclair (sequel to GABRIEL'S GHOST)
paperback [Sci-fi Romance] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [August]
(July 29, 2008) $6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

This is one of the rare titles that tell it all. SHADES will take you through darkness and light and a little bit of madness. We again follow the tale of Captain Chaz Bergren and her lover Gabriel Ross Sullivan, a rare human "Kyi-Ragkiril". Their travels will take you to renegade gen labs, abandoned space docks and the inner most of the "human" heart and soul with its shades of dark. Ms Sinclair will introduce you to new friends and new fiends -- Monsters of the soul and Angels of the heart. So if you like anguish, true love or just a good bar fight, you are sure to enjoy "SHADES OF DARK". For me, all of Ms Sinclair's books, in any form, are keepers! Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle Paperbacks

SHADES OF DARK. Linnea Sinclair (sequel to GABRIEL'S GHOST)
paperback [Sci-fi Romance] Reviewed by Cy Korte [August]
(July 29, 2008) $6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

You’ll find reports from Sully’s ghost ship and the crew of the KARN are now available in SHADES OF DARK! SHADES OF DARK continues the story of Sully and Chaz about 3 months after GABRIEL'S GHOST.  This continuation of their story is fulfilling from all aspects - relationships, politics and space adventure is mixed with love, suspense and action.   The crew of the KARN learns the Federation is falling apart when they rescue Chaz's ex-husband and the action escalates from there. We meet some new players and loose some old friends in this war. Meanwhile, someone from the crew is betraying them and emotions are high. Gabriel [Sully] and Chaz continue to share something special and their Kyi-psi link is growing - while they still have differences of opinion and sometimes separate agendas. The prince of the Kyi-Ragkiril appears as friend and mentor, but he has an agenda of his own that might prove more dangerous to Sully and Chaz than the traitor on their ship.   SHADES OF DARK is just so-o-o-o go-o-o-od! I LOVED IT! If you liked GABRIEL'S GHOST, this sequel is a MUST! (And I hear the publisher was smart enough to request more from this world as the rebellion continues -- woo-who! book futures are lookin' good!) Reviewed by Cy Korte For eBookIsle.net

From Dead to Worse. Charlaine Harris (Sookie Stackhouse - Southern Vampire Mystery #8)
Hardcover (Paranormal Novel) Reviewed by Cy Korte [May]
(May 6, 2008) $24.95 BI PRICE: $19.96  [Order It!]

Accepted as part of Louisiana’s supernatural community because of her talent and past events, Sookie Stackhouse is still cautiously finding her way. While working as a barmaid with a semi-regular routine, she has friends who bring her into their world by asking for help. Political intrigues and power plays in the "regular" and "supernatural" societies make her feel occasionally helpless, but rarely hopeless. Sookie again chooses to "do the right thing" and aiding those in need even if it may cost her life. There are signs of a were-war coming involving her ex-boyfriend, Alcide. The leader of the local vampire community Eric Northman has difficulties of his own that are coming to her doorstep and she might have to allow them in. Meanwhile, she finds relatives she didn't know existed and Quinn, her shifter boyfriend seems to have disappeared. Ms. Harris mixes friends and fiends in a sometimes violent tale in a conventional Louisiana setting. Sookie Stackhouse is a big-hearted woman with character that a reader will care about and respect. The supporting characters may be varied in personalities and powers but all are intriguing. Although this book is the 8th in the series, this is the first book by Charlaine Harris I have read and I can tell you that even with events hinted at through the story, the story was complete without reading the previous books. I will also say that now I wish to read the rest of this series to fill out characters and past events mentioned. I am looking forward to the next Sookie Stackhouse story and I can certainly see why it is being made into HBO's TRUE BLOOD series. Reviewed by Cy Korte For eBookIsle.net and PNR REVEIWS

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ONE WRONG STEP. Laura Griffin
paperback [Romantic Suspense] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [May]
$6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

Celie Wells’s ex-husband is dead and he was driving her car when he died. The FBI and assorted other agencies are now looking into this "traffic accident". News reporter John McAllister -- Boo! Hiss! -- is the only one on her side. Or is he only after the "big story"? Who was her EX on the run from? Is she safe or has he lead them back to Celie? What was more at risk, her heart or her life? John had seen his fill of blood on the crime desk watch and now all he wanted was some nice quite politics. Celie had won John's attention at her rape trail years before and He did not want her to go through this alone. If only he could get her to trust him. For those who enjoy romantic suspense, ONE WRONG STEP gives readers a smoothly written story with some great plot twists; not all is as it seems. Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle Paperbacks

CALL OF THE HIGHLAND MOON. Kendra Leigh Castle
paperback [Shapeshifter Romantic Suspense] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [May]
$6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

Take one female book store owner (you'll love visiting "Bodice Rippers and Baubles"!); add one injured were-wolf (highland male, of course) and throw in various really bad guys and then you can experience the CALL OF THE HIGHLAND MOON! Poor Gideon, during a fight for leadership of the pack's hunting ground; he is drawn by a mystifying scent. This is not the right time to find a mate! Gideon is injured in a fight with other weres and ends up at Carly's back door -- still as a wolf. Carly, who is looking for a "nice dog" takes him in. Carly is too worried about sales and taxes to want more than a new dog. The next morning she find a naked highlander in her bed, who-weee! Snow storms and villains trap the two together. Oh, did I tell there is a bakery involved? Family and friends keep the plot twisted and fun. For those who love reading romance and shifters will want to read CALL OF THE HIGHLAND MOON! Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle Paperbacks

Heart of the Wolf. Terry Spear
paperback [Shapeshifter Romantic Suspense] Reviewed by Cy Korte [April]
$6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

Saved from a wildfire as a child-pup by Devlyn, Red werewolf Bella is adopted into a pack of Gray werewolves. When the new alpha, Volan tries to force her to become his mate, Bella goes into hiding. Werewolves age 1 year for every 30 human years, so her exile has been a long one. Bella is still in love with Devlyn, but knows he will not leave the pack. Even if they did, Volan would come after her destroying anyone who stood against his claiming her. When she scents it is a werewolf responsible for killing local women, Bella searches the woods in her wolf form. Distracted, Bella is unaware of the danger until she is tranquilized and brought to the zoo. Bella must escape the zoo before the moon fades and she becomes human, unable to shift back to her wolf form for several days. Meanwhile, news of a rare female red wolf in captivity reaches not only Volan's pack, but the local red werewolves looking for a mate... and the chase begins. Devlyn is not ambitious in wanting to be pack alpha, although he is willing to fight for Bella. He comes to take her back to her adopted pack but when she explains the werewolf killings, he agrees that they need to solve the case to maintain the secret of lupus garou's existence. As if Devlyn and Bella don't have enough trouble with lupus garou politics and danger, they have the zookeeper hot on the trail of the missing red wolf. Bella is independent but a realist which makes an interesting alpha heroine. Rather than following the popular trend with multiple shape-shifting types, this book focuses on Wolf packs as lupus garou. I enjoyed that for lupus garou, there are "nationalities" as well as packs. There is enough humor and hot romance to balance the suspense and information in the storyline. HEART OF THE WOLF is an enjoyable romantic suspense and shape shifter story you won't want to miss. Reviewed by Cy Korte For eBookIsle.net

DAGGER-STAR. Elizabeth Vaughan
paperback [Fantasy] Reviewed by Cy Korte [April]
$7.99 BI Price: $6.40 [Order It!]

Rain fell as Red Gloves and her sword-sister, Bethral, came out of the bog to knock on the door of the only shelter in the area. Josaih begrudgingly offers them the barn with his goats. When he walks in while Red Gloves is washing, he sees her dagger-star birthmark. Red Gloves is a mercenary and follows the ‘Way of the Twelve’ rather than Lord of Light and Lady of Laughter; so rejects his statement that she is the Chosen of Palins that prophecy says will reunite the kingdom. Josaih is more than a goat-herder and there is more to the prophecy than being born with a dagger-star birthmark. Although Red Gloves and Josaih have no paranormal talents, we meet Elves, priests and High priestess of Palins, Mages and wild magic. Bethral, who got Red to take this quest for adventure, finds her own fate unfolding with events. Red Gloves is as aggressive and insolent as you would expect of a mercenary and grief-stricken Josaih begins to heal as the battle strategy unfolds. The fast-action story and the adventure is captivating. The wonderful world and variety of characters make this a book you will find hard to put down. DAGGER-STAR is on the same world as the Warlands Trilogy, but involves different kingdoms and characters. Except for a storyteller offering to tell the Tale of Xy, there is no connection. Although after you enjoy reading this story you may wish to read her other titles.  The story has the same writing style of developing relationships, quests and subplots with lots of action.   If you had put the 'Warland' trilogy on your keeper shelf, you will want to put this one on your April must-buy list. Reviewed by Cy Korte for eBookIsle.net

DAGGER-STAR. Elizabeth Vaughan
paperback [Fantasy] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [April]
$7.99 BI Price: $6.40 [Order It!]

Mercenaries Red Gloves and her companion, Bethral are lost in the rain and have traveled through a mud field and are NOT in a good mood. In Red's world there is only one rule "if you see Red without her gloves run very fast. Josiah is a man who has lost everything and lives in exile with a herd of goats. He lives in the only shelter for miles on an old battle field that used to be his home. Finding mercenaries knocking on his door late during a rainy night was NOT an auspicious meeting. When he sees the birthmark, he tells Red Gloves of the prophesy saying a person with the Dagger-Star birthmark will restore peace. Although she initially rejects the prophecy, fate brings these three together in a fight to over turn the reigning lord and his mage. I loved the Warlands Trilogy and waited impatiently for Ms Vaughan's new book. DAGGER-STAR more than met my expectations! Ms Vaughan has introduced a whole new cast of characters and magical creatures who you really must meet. Just remember, take heed of the gloves. Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle Paperbacks

LET SLEEPING ROGUES LIE. Sabrina Jeffries
Paperback [Regency Romance] Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield [Mar]
$7.50 BI Price: $6.00 [Order It!]

Madeline Prescott is desperate to prove her father's innocence and squelch the scandal attached to his name. Madeline's father, a physician, had used nitrous oxide on a patient and was blamed for her death by some people in their small community. Madeline hopes to gain the assistance of the foremost authority on the use of nitrous oxide, Sir Humphry Davy, to prove her father's innocence. Madeline, who was forced to leave her small village because of the scandal, has taken a teaching position at Mrs. Harris's School for Young Ladies. When Anthony Dalton, Viscount Norcourt, arrives seeking to enroll his niece in the school, it seems like the answer to Madeline's prayers. Because Anthony attends nitrous oxide parties and knows Sir Humphry Davy, Madeline hopes to get Anthony to introduce her to him. Unfortunately, Anthony, who is considered a rake, must change his ways in order to gain custody of his niece and take her away from his abusive aunt and uncle. However, Madeline is determined and has a plan. LET SLEEPING ROGUES LIE, the fourth book in the School for Heiresses series, is an enjoyable regency romance with many humorous moments and wonderful characters. The prologue to the book adds greatly to the development of Anthony's character. It gives great insight into what makes Anthony tick and shows the abuse that has turned him into a rogue. Madeline, on the other hand, is no wilting flower-- she has control issues. In fact, I was a little irked that it took so long for her to come clean with Anthony. Madeline has to learn how to trust and give up some control to those she loves. I greatly enjoyed the witty banter between Madeline and Anthony and found myself chuckling on occasion. I found the historical information about nitrous oxide very interesting. It is always good to learn something, while being entertained. All in all, LET SLEEPING ROGUES LIE is a great regency romance with a yummy, tortured hero. I highly recommend it. Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield

LOST SOULS. Lisa Jackson
Hardcover [Thriller] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [Mar]
$20.00  BI Price: $16.00   [Order It!]

Kristi Bentz's chosen profession is "True Crime". Well, it will be once she gets the right case to write about. All Saints College is losing co-eds, nobodies whose loss will go unnoticed. All Saints' new teacher is Jay McKnight. Hurricane Katrina had washed out years of work at his crime lab; so a sabbatical doing a new job looked good to him. Missing nobodies, mysterious shadows and a surprise student will “liven up” his class. Vampires and missing girls, old lost loves and new clues make a wining combination in Ms Jackson's new book. This plot has twists and turns on a clue. And it is still true, people are not always what they seem to be no the surface. So, cuddle in a warm chair and never mind the bad weather this spring. Like March weather, Ms Jackson will in turn chill your blood and warm your heart in LOST SOULS. Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle

Evermore. Lynn Viehl (Darkyn #5)
Paperback [Paranormal] Reviewed by Mippy Carlson [Mar]
$7.99 BI Price: $6.40 [Order It!]

Ever since the day Jayr gave her human life to save Byrne many centuries ago, she has served as his faithful seneschal. She has been his protector and has seen that his every need is fulfilled...by other women. For even though Jayr has loved Byrne for all this time, their love is forbidden as that between master and seneschal. In his mortal life, Aedan mac Byrne ruled as laird of the mac Byrne clan. He was fierce and battle worn and spilled more than his fair share of English blood in Scotland's fight for freedom. It was during the battle at Bannokburn that Byrne met his fate. Lying in a pit dying, Jayr accidentally stumbles upon him and saves him. From that moment on, Byrne has never forgiven himself for destroying Jayr's innocent life and causing the only scars that mar Jayr's flesh. He can't stop thinking about how she saved his life all those years ago and yet, that was how he repaid her. He's loved her as he's never loved anyone else -- or ever will -- but he knows that their love can never be. Byrne has now grown weary of not only this half-life that he is living, but also as serving as suzerain of the Realm. He plans to have one last tournament in which Kyn lord from around the world will compete; but unbeknownst to them, Byrne plans to offer the winner the position of suzerain of his jardin. Little does Byrne realize that this not only will put his jardin in jeopardy, but Jayr's life, as well. I must admit that when I first started reading this book, I was pretty confused. It had been almost a year since I'd last read Night Lost and I just had a really difficult time getting into the rhythm of the book. However, I know that stems from my own personal issues of having to always read books in order so I'll know what is happening and who the characters are. And therein lied my problem -- I just couldn't remember who Jayr & Byrne were. Actually I guess it's more of a case that I couldn't remember if I was suppose to remember Jayr & Byrne. I love the Darkyn series. The books are dark and erotic and filled with so much intrigue, that I just can't put them down until the last page is turned. Jayr and Byrne are two characters with both so much honor that they have a difficult time transitioning from their original roles as suzerain and seneschal and into the roles of lovers. They've both harbored this deep, passionate love for one another for hundreds of years, yet both were scared of offending the other or having their feelings rebuffed. I still remember picking up the very first book of the Darkyn series, If Angels Burn¸ and just being floored by this fantastic and unique twist on vampirism. Luckily, Ms. Viehl doesn't disappoint me here either. Evermore was a true delight to read. Reviewed by Mippy Carlson For PNR REVIEWS

TIMELESS MOON. C.T. Adams & Cathy Clamp ~ Sazi #6  [RT Top Pick]
Paperback [Shape-shifter Romantic Suspense] Reviewed by Michele Patrykus [Mar]
$6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

For those of us who love shape-changers the Sazi, are a great read. C. T. Adams and Cathy Clamp are back with another tale of The Sazi. Sazi bobcats, wolves, snakes and polar bears, oh my! - It's big cats this time. Josette is one of the old ones and her gift is not just change but she has sight, too. She has the gift of future, past and present sight, and boy that can get confusing! Rich must come back from the dead to save his ex-wife. In order to "retire" from the "agents" one must died. Rich loved Josette many years ago then made a stupid mistake and all was lost. Maybe now there is a chance to save not only her life but their love. Past and future mix with the present to create a new spine-tingling story of the Sazi. Enjoy this and all the Sazi stories by this creative author. I look forward to the next book in the series. Reviewed by Michele Patrykus For Book Isle

Sazi Series: HUNTER's MOON Adams/Clamp MOON's WEB Adams/Clamp CAPTIVE MOON Adams/Clamp HOWLING MOON Adams/Clamp MOON'S FURY Adams/Clamp   TIMELESS MOON coming March 4!

Parallel Desire. Deidre Knight (Midnight Warriors #4)
Paperback [sci-fi] Reviewed by Mindy Lobaugh  [MAR] PEARL AWARD HONORABLE MENTION
List: $6.99 BI Price: $5.60 [Order It!]

This series is filled with non-stop sexy sci-fi action!!! The Midnight Warrior series quite simply, ROCKS! And the 4th book in this series, Parallel Desire by Deidre Knight, is no exception! I recommend reading this series in order because Ms. Knight continues previous characters stories with each book as she evolves other characters/aliens with fascinating plots and intense action. Parallel Desire pretty much picks up where Parallel Seduction left off. Jacob [Jake] Tierny/Scott Dillon is an Antousian/alien and from the future. He currently inhabits the identity/body of Jake Tierny, the man responsible for killing his wife and unborn child. Determined to get answers and then kill the younger Tierny, Jake/Scott chooses to strand himself back in time. Leaving the Refarian base he once called home he continues his search of the younger Jake Tierny in hopes of altering this time line and securing the survival of his younger wife that is now married to his younger self/Scott Dillon. If that isn't enough to weigh a man down, the focus of his mission becomes more and more jaded in a cloud of drunken despair and memories he can't escape. Jared the Refarian King wants Jake/Scott back on the base as the war to protect Earth from the Antousians is heating up. So Shelby Tyler, a Refarian medic, has been sent to retrieve Jake and bring him back. However Shelby is more than happy to take on this mission as she is highly attracted to him. It doesn't take long for the sparks to fly with sexy tension and excitement between the two. Regardless of how simple the mission sounds, the past that each of them drags behind them disrupts the easy return to base. Ms. Knight once again, manages to take the plot of Parallel Desire and amp it up with complexities not only occurring in her primary characters but also in the secondary supports characters. It made the book an amazing read with all the twists, turns and oh yeah, scintillating romance. Here's hoping Ms. Knight continues with this fantastic series and the wonderful thought provoking plots she weaves. Reviewed by Mindy Lobaugh For PNR REVIEWS

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Games of Command. Linnea Sinclair
Paperback [Sci-fi romance] Reviewed by Cy Korte [Mar] PEARL AWARD
List: $6.99 BI Price: $5.60 [Order It!]

After years of war, Keltish Triad and the United Coalition have formed an alliance but will it last? In a world where alliance does not mean friends, will a new threat be discovered to destroy the peace? Branden Kel-Paten, the Admiral commanding First Fleet, has demanded that Captain Tasha Sebastian be stationed on his ship and to get her there he has agreed that some of her crew will join his crew. This includes Tasha's friend, Doctor Eden Fynn, Chief Medical Officer. To complete the cast of the crew on Triad Huntership "Vaxxar" there is Reilly, Eden's fursal and Tank, Sass' fursal. Although Doc Eden wishes to stay on planet to discover what is causing mysterious deaths, Vaxxar has been ordered to capture Pirate Captain Jace Serafino. The pirate is Kel- Paten's long-time enemy, one of the few besides Sass to make him loose his legendary cool. Sass lives up to her name with humor and dialog through- out the story. The telepathic focus in the story compliments the science which is well written. Fans of Star Trek will see its influence in this space opera. GAMES OF COMMAND is a stand-alone book includes science fiction and romance in a balance that will satisfy both genre readers. The emotion, action and suspense will keep you turning pages until the very end and still wish for more. For those who may ask - this is NOT a rewrite of COMMAND PERFORMANCE! Although there are certain similarities, this is a new story albeit with the same characters and similar bones. Reviewed by Cy Korte

THE DOWN HOME ZOMBIE BLUES. Linnea Sinclair [RT Top Pick]
Paperback [Sci-Fi Satire] Reviewed by Cy Korte [Mar] PEARL AWARD HONORABLE MENTION
List: $6.99 BI Price: $5.60 [Order It!]

After reading this book you will forget your preconceived idea of ZOMBIES! For those who enjoyed the movies MEN IN BLACK and MIB II, you will enjoy this book's humor and storyline. Bio-engineered creatures called ZOMBIES were originally designed for protection but have turned murderous and it is up to the Interplanetary Guardian Force to seek and destroy. It's Christmas in Bahia Vista, Florida, USA and Homicide Detective Sergeant Theo Petrakos was not looking forward to the holidays with friends and family match-making efforts. He had one last call before his vacation begins but he wasn’t sure weird was an accurate case description. A strangely mummified body went to the morgue and his responsibility is to take some sort of hi-tech computer equipment to the station. The last thing he expected while making a short stop by his home was the appearance of monster and a sassy pint-size lady warrior coming to his aide. Since the Tresh Border War ended, Commander Jorie Mikkalah is part of the Guardian Force. She is dealing with shipboard politics which includes an ex-lover who has given her questionable evaluation and Captain Pietr who pits one officer against the other. Finding her way on a nil-tech planet whose strange language is similar to Vekran is not the easiest duty, but a friend assigned to Earth has not made contact and she feared he was dead. While attempting to recover the T-MOD and escape from ZOMBIE attack she transports Theo with her to her ship. Although Jorie presents her suspicion that there is more than ZOMBIES on Earth, Captain Pietr is not convinced. After some tactful arguments, the Captain agrees to allow Theo to work with Jorie and her team to resolve Earth's ZOMBIE situation. They soon find the true extent of danger and must work with what and who is available despite regulations. Amidst distress and damage, these unlikely partners discover they are more alike than expected. The fast-paced, unfolding of danger and melding of their efforts builds a believable adventure with a sly humor. The characters respect for duty and chain-of-command and frustration over its limitations as well as snippets showing differences and similarities in their relationships present a well-rounded troop. The humorous perceptions of Earth by Jorie and her rescue team added to the actions and reactions of Theo, his friends, family and neighbors build layers and details that readers will appreciate. For further reader enjoyment, Ms Sinclair has links a video book blurb and the song DOWN HOME ZOMBIE BLUES available for fans who visit her web site. Reviewed by Cy Korte For PNR REVIEWS SEE BOOKS BY LINNEA SINCLAIR

Gabriel's Ghost. Linnea Sinclair
paperback [Sci-fi Romance] Reviewed by Cy Korte [Aug]
$6.99 BI Price $5.60  [Order It!]

In family military tradition, Chasidah 'Chaz' Bergren was a dedicated captain of an interstellar patrol ship. The shock of a railroaded court-martial and sentence of life imprisonment on Moabar had barely set in when she received an offer from a nemesis she thought was dead. Gabriel "Sully" Sullivan was not a ghost, but an intergalactic pirate on a mission of mercy. Sully needs Chaz's help uncovering a deadly plot involving high council members of the empire. Their survival skills and determination are put to the test and on a more personal level, Chaz's trust and growing affection is tested time and time again as one-by-one she learns Gabriel's secrets. Sully is an intriguing mix of authority and power with insecurity that grabs your heart. Chaz is sassy and pragmatic and is comfortable with her feminine disposition. Sully's friend Ren, Chaz's ex-husband Philip and her brother Thad may be secondary characters, but they are not secondary in this quest. The subtle weaving of events into a complex but easily followed plot makes this a book for your keeper shelf. SHADES OF DARK continues the story of Sully and Chaz only months after the ending of GABRIEL'S GHOST.  This sequel coming August 2008, Reviewed by Cy Korte For eBookIsle.net

FELINE HEAT. Madelaine Montagne
New Concepts Publishing [Erotic] Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield [April]
Available @ BOOK ISLE Download $5.50

Kate, whose former boyfriend owed money to a Russian mobster, is forced to pay off his debts by working in the mobster's sleazy club. Kate is terrified when her newest act involves a Siberian tiger and an African lion. After a terrifying first stage appearance with the big cats, Kate decides to release them. Kate opens the cage and the outside door for the drugged cats and leaves. Later when Kate returns, two big, blond men are fleeing from the mob guys and take her captive. FELINE HEAT is a shapeshifter story with many erotic scenes, but I never felt much of a connection to the characters. Kate is too much of a victim and she never really learns to communicate with her significant others. Towards the end of the book, Kate did seem to grow a back bone. I only wish it had come much sooner. Sergei, the tiger shifter, is the most fleshed out character of the two male protagonists, and I enjoyed his character. Unfortunately, poor Silvair, the lion shifter, is given short shrift. I never really got much of a handle on Silvair's character. There are some humorous moments during the rivalry between Sergei and Silvair over Kate which lightens an otherwise dark story. Warning: This book is filled with sex scenes that may offend some readers-- sex in shifted form, forced sex, and multiple partners. Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield For eBookIsle

WHEN DAWN BREAKS. Kaitlyn O'Connor
New Concepts Publishing [Futuristic Erotic] Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield [March]
Available @ BOOK ISLE Download $5.50

Lucifer, a Saitren from the planet Nadryl, comes to Earth seeking aid and to warn of a plague, which threatens his world and will likely affect Earth. Unfortunately, the military, who captures Lucifer, doesn't believe him and arranges for scientists to study him--among these scientists is Nicole. Lucifer is very attracted to Nicole, but she seems to ignore him. Will Lucifer escape in time to save his world, and what of his growing need for Nicole? WHEN DAWN BREAKS is a highly enjoyable, futuristic romance, which has a unique take on demon mythology. Ms. O'Connor creates an interesting, exciting world filled with hot, winged aliens, who have special adaptations used to please women. In my opinion, Nicole could have been less fearful and more assertive, but that is my personal preference. Nicole did grow stronger toward the end of the book, and her character suited Lucifer. There is a great secondary romance between Nicole's fellow scientist and Lucifer's second-in-command, which greatly adds to the story. All in all, WHEN DAWN BREAKS is a great read, which I highly recommend. (The next story of Nadryl is WHEN NIGHT FALLS) Reviewed by Marlene Breakfield For PNR REVIEWS and eBookIsle

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