The third book in the compelling Esri series brings the battle between those who live in Esria and the humans in our world ever closer to being lost by us, unless two brave individuals can accomplish the highly improbable. Pamela Palmer lets readers experience many daring escapades right along with her engaging hero and heroine, where nothing is certain until the final moment.

While most of humanity does not even realize they are about to come under the control of the Esri, a group of beings hidden in a location that somehow exists in Earth’s plane, there are an informed few who will do what it takes to keep this threat from ever spreading . Though Charlie Rand knows his upcoming mission may be his last, he would willingly forfeit his life if there is even a slight chance he can stop the Esri from being able to come through the gates that have been closed for many years but are now starting to once again open. The Esrian princess, Ilaria, may be able to keep her people from entering into our world, and he has vowed to bring her back if she can be freed from those holding her captive.

Since Charlie was once a Navy SEAL, he hopes his training will prove useful during the risky mission. When he receives unexpected help from Tarrys, a former slave to the Esri, he quickly comprehends her assistance will be needed in the extraordinary environment. There will be a number of obstacles to overcome before these two can even get close to where the princess is being held, and some are physical while others will be exceedingly emotional.

A paranormal story by Pamela Palmer is fascinating at all times. Any supernatural aspects are creatively original, and their uniqueness grabs the interest of the reader from the start and keeps you thoroughly entertained during every scene. The Esri series is particularly distinctive in who wants to control humans and where they reside. In A WARRIOR’S DESIRE, the fight for the human race heats up in earnest as time is running out and both sides are determined to be the victor. Charlie is definitely a hero in numerous ways, from his ability to fight for what he believes to the manner in which he responds to Tarrys on several levels. Although he is a seasoned military soldier, he can understand the need to hand over command of any undertakings if he is not qualified. I loved seeing a petite woman give him directions, and every situation where this occurred is depicted with such honest reactions. While Charlie may not have wanted to let his heart become involved in the mission and keeps telling himself to remember this fact, the way he interacts with Tarrys on quite a few occasions proved his mind was not always listening, especially when his hormones take them on a sensuous journey. The life she has led as a slave is explained with much clarity, and I certainly admired her courage in coming back to Esria. Neither of these two gives up easily, and I can only hope there would be someone like them around if an incident like this would actually take place. The locale of the story is told with an abundance of colorful descriptions, making me envision each moment to the fullest. The ending perfectly sets up the last book in the series, where the conflict between these two groups will finally be decided. A WARRIOR’S DESIRE is magically captivating plus emotively romantic.

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The Trackers series returns to its original world of Native American shapeshifters whose premise originated from a Lakota legend. Jenna Kernan gives the Skinwalker heroine in this fascinating story much to overcome before true happiness can be hers, and the life of the Spirit Child hero is in just as much turmoil.

When Bess Suncatcher comes upon a human who died in an unnatural way, she fears the California forest where she often lives may include an unknown predator. As a Skinwalker who can turn into a raven, she takes pride in watching over the animals in the area so she plans to make certain they are not in danger. As she goes to investigate and hopefully learn what happened, Bess realizes someone else is also there to check out the body.

Although Cesar Garza never wanted to be a Soul Whisperer, it is one of the talents he possesses and he uses this skill to learn what caused someone to die. Although his kind does not trust Skinwalkers and are not to interact with them, he cannot get all the answers he needs to solve the death and reluctantly asks Bess to help him. As they work together to discover any possible facts in order to save others from harm, Cesar begins to see Skinwalkers in a new light.

Emotions are at the heart of a paranormal story by Jenna Kernan. While there is plenty of action amongst the many diverse characters, it is what they feel that really touches the reader and makes a link to certain individuals very strong. From the time Cesar and Bess are first met to their final scene together, any emotions felt are visibly conveyed through their reactions, whether spoken or only shown through a physical response. This couple has a multitude of conflicting thoughts about each other, and quite a few of these differences cause them heartache and to even question points of view they have held for many years. Ms. Kernan makes any arising dilemmas faced by Cesar and Bess extremely plausible, as every set of circumstances comes across as conceivable according to their way of life. All abilities belonging to these two seem as though they could actually occur, as each capability is presented is such a believable way. The electrifying attraction felt by them for the other is portrayed with much sexual tension and eventually expressed with fervently enthusiastic desire. Any scene in the story is always described with detailed vividness to let the reader know exactly how a locale or the characters appear at that moment, and this helps to make the whole book even more enjoyable. There is a Skinwalker featured in this story who has yet to find someone to love, and I really hope Tuff gets to tell his story next. SOUL WHISPERER enchants with innovative scenarios and a cast of unforgettable characters.

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Two spirited yet lonely beings are featured in the latest Draicon werewolf book, and this couple has numerous obstacles to overcome before their happiness can become lifelong. Bonnie Vanak has created a suspenseful plus emotional story for her destined couple in THE SHADOW WOLF, where secrets are harbored and dreams are too often fleeting.

Most Draicon werewolves look down on shadow wolves like Megan Moraine and her two young cousins, so they were held prisoners and scorned because of their ability to become invisible. The three were able to escape and are now fleeing to New Orleans where they believe there is a Draicon who will help them. Unfortunately, they do not get far before Gabriel Robichaux manages to find them.

Since Gabriel is an Enforcer, a group where its members hunt their own kind, he is supposed to turn them in for the bounty and Megan at first fears the worst for herself plus her cousins. She has always had hopes of shadow werewolves being seen as equals to any other shape-shifting wolf, but she thinks the one holding her destiny in his hands is just like those who kept her a prisoner for many years. However, Megan gradually comes to comprehend there is much about Gabriel she does not know and what she has heard about the merciless werewolf may not be factual either.

There is originality in every Draicon werewolf story by Bonnie Vanak. The plots are cleverly creative with diverse characters whose traits are unique to them and have not been seen in other beings like them. Ms. Vanak has a talent for having her werewolves possess abilities like none before them, thus making her tales innovative and always engrossing. Both Gabriel and Megan have their own distinctive skills, and the story definitely became more interesting when these previously unknown capabilities are used. These two have loads of secrets they want to keep unexposed, and these issues of not trusting others with this concealed information lead to more than a few emotional entanglements between them. When they confront one another, the scenes are packed with various sentiments where their feelings are repeatedly conveyed with much honesty and directness. Still, it is difficult for them to be completely open to anyone, and this vulnerability causes heartache time and again. Ms. Vanak certainly made this couple delve deep within themselves for answers, and any revelations are depicted with sincere reactions. Gabriel and Megan have so much love to give yet have not let anyone close until now, and they express the longing they feel with immense caring fueled by explosive heat. There are several scenes where physical threats are very real, and how these two escape is often inventive. The two young girls are engaging, and they only add to the story without ever being a distraction. While most of the characters have already had their own books come out, there are still a few who need to tell readers more about themselves and I look forward to them getting a chance in the future. THE SHADOW WOLF is an imaginative paranormal tale where the characters emotionally affect you and the suspense is intriguing.

A short novella is also included in the book, and here is a link to my review about this fascinating story and appealing couple: cataurl.com/WKHDf

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The fifth book in the Mythica series is exceedingly original as it takes several myths and creates a very believable tale entwining the lives of these legends. There is innovativeness and much skill by Stephanie Draven in crafting these stories filled with constant fascination.

After Ray Stavrakis is able to break out of the Syrian prison where he has been held for two years, his main thought concerns proving the accusation that he worked with the enemy is false. He is a dedicated U.S. soldier, regardless of his heredity, and he wants the person who made the allegation to pay. While Ray was incarcerated, he was somehow given the mysterious power of controlling the mind of others plus can even change into a Minotaur. These capabilities allow him to learn the name of one of his torturers, and she now lives in Las Vegas.

Although Layla Bahset is a psychologist and enjoys aiding those who suffer troubling quandaries, she has a big problem of her own. It seems she has no recollection of her life before coming to Las Vegas two years ago, so she cannot recall the man who she has just encountered nor can she answer his demanding questions. Ray keeps watching Layla as he knows the information he wants is somewhere in her mind, and he comes to realize he is not the only one pursuing her. They both want to learn the truth about what has happened to them and why, but uncovering the reality may come with a steep price.

Stephanie Draven is at her imaginary best in the Mythica series. The brilliant blending of modern day facts with legendary fables results in stories that not only entertain but capture your every thought. From the very first paragraph to the last sentence, I was totally enthralled in each happening to the hero and heroine in DARK SINS, DESERT SANDS. Whether they are entangled in discovering secrets from their pasts or experiencing an emotional incident, every single detail comes across as emotively convincing and draws you even more into their complex lives. So many unknowns are in the story, and those pertaining to the history of Ray and Layla are gradually divulged with often startling answers. Ms. Draven has certainly come up with unique background for these two, and her reasons for these circumstances are extremely inventive. The Mythica series is not like anything I have ever read before, and its distinctiveness has kept me engrossed during each of the previous books, too. Ray and Layla both make a number of insightful remarks throughout the story, and the truth of these statements really touched me with their profoundness. Their sincere feelings also frequently come to the surface though they try to keep them under control, and these moments are poignant time and again. The intensity of the desire they take pleasure in when passion overrules their control is fervently sensual yet particularly caring with tender compassion. There are several secondary characters who play large parts in the story, and they contribute rewardingly whenever they are present. DARK SINS, DESERT SANDS is a creative paranormal novel packed with imaginative characters and intriguing scenarios.

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Seeing two dissimilar supernatural beings as the main couple is always compelling because this usually causes conflicts, and THE VAMPIRE’S SEDUCTION is packed with a multitude of contradictory beliefs which lead to inner clashes and even despair. Cynthia Cooke has constructed a spellbinding premise for her beings whose powers will be tested by the desire in their hearts.

When Nicholai came to New York City, he wanted to discover what had happened to others in his vampire clan as they had all disappeared. He believes witches are responsible for the vampires who have gone missing, and he has come to a bar with plans to pick out a single witch and get her to help him in retrieving his lost friends, even if he has to use seduction to achieve his goal. The one he chooses is Mari Saguna, who has known about her birthright for only a few months.

Mari had come to the bar to try out what she has been taught in a special school for witches, but meeting up with Nicholai quickly teaches her there is more to be learned as her powers of persuasion do not seem to work on him. When he keeps showing up in her life, she starts believing the connection they both feel just might be something lasting until secrets about her blood are revealed. As the battle between vampires and witches escalates, Nicholai and Mari come to understand more truths must be uncovered before either can actually be happy.

There is originality in a paranormal tale by Cynthia Cooke, and this creativity is apparent during many cleverly carried out scenes in THE VAMPIRE’S SEDUCTION. From the background heritage of the various beings featured in the story to the traits they possess to how they feel about others, Ms. Cooke brings her fresh ideas to life with much inventiveness and keeps you interested in their current lives plus whatever the future may bring. While the basic beliefs about vampires and witches may be incorporated into the storyline of THE VAMPIRE’S SEDUCTION, there are numerous aspects that come from the mind of the author and make the book more enjoyable. Nicholai is an engaging vampire, as he is appealing on a sexual level while he is also intelligent and even has concerned feelings when it comes to someone for whom he cares. As for Mari, she is just as smart and they have several discussions where their banter is sharp with quick comebacks. She is a compassionate person and her thoughtful assistance showed how she put others before herself, as some of the situations she faced put her in imminent danger. Although I liked watching this couple spar with each other, I found the scenes where passion was the focal point to be just as mesmerizing with all the lusty heat between them. Nicholai and Mari also feel devastated at times because of physical suffering or emotional anguish, and these situations are depicted with a great deal of genuineness and honest feelings. There is an additional short story included that was formerly a Nocturne Bites release, and it gives the reader another taste of the world Ms. Cooke has crafted. THE VAMPIRE’S SEDUCTION is an enthralling story filled with emotional decisions, passionate desires and riveting paranormal scenarios.иконописikoni

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